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A lot of dictatorships are using ‘terrorism’ to crack down on opponents

Even if we cannot agree on what ‘terrorism’ is, we should be able to agree on what it isn’t. In this episode, Borealis looks at some recent abuses of the word terrorism and calls on all countries to reject this usage.

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Terrorist deaths are down for the 4th year in a row

Will that continue into 2021?

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Is it really time to take resources away from jihadi terrorists and move them to the far-right?

We need, or so many say, to shift out resources away from the jihadis we have been focused on for 20 years. Should we? What do the data say?

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What is an ongoing trial in Canada teaching us about incels

As a trial in Toronto of a man accused ot running down and killing 10 people in 2018 continues, we are seeing various arguments about both the mental competence of the accused and whether his act could inspire others. Borealis sits down once again with incel specialist Naama Kates to look at what we can […]

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What to do with intelligence ‘whistleblowers’?

We should have ways to talk issues, without airing dirty linen in public. So, what about those who betray intelligence secrets like Jonathan Pollard and Edward Snowden? Borealis looks at better ways to talk about concerns.

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Why can’t we call terrorists what they are?

Militants, militias, insurgents, sects. These are just some of the terms used to describe what are in reality terrorists. Why the variation? In this episode, Borealis weighs in on the terminology used to talk about terrorists.

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China, Russia, Iran and North Korea are Canada’s ‘greatest strategic threat’: CSE report

Canada’s cyber security agency has named China, Russia, Iran and North Korea as the ‘greatest strategic threats’ to Canada’s infrastructure, property and elections.

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No, violent incels are not terrorists

As the trial of Alek Minassian gets underway doubt is raised as to whether he is mentally responsible. Borealis looks at why we should not call violent incels ‘terrorists’.

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Borealis to expand podcasts to more national security issues!

While terrorism is an important issue it is not the only threat we face. To date, Borealis has focused almost exclusively on terrorism but it is time to broaden horizons. In this Quick Hits episode you’ll hear what the new scope is as well as the new name for this short podcast!

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Those advocating the return of foreign fighters are missing a lot

Everyone seems to think Western governments need to drop everything and bring back their terrorist citizens for prosecution. Borealis weighs in, once again, on why this is a bad idea.