Intelligence Leadership in the RCAF

In the second episode of our series with the 1 Canada Air Division, David Perry sits down with LCol Matt Cochrane to discuss his position, the role of the Intelligence branch, and adapting to new technologies and intelligence needs in an ever-evolving defence environment. // Guest bios: LCol Matt Cochrane is Chief of the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance and Division Chief of the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Division in the 1 Canada Air Division. // Host bio: David Perry, President & CEO, Canadian Global Affairs Institute // Recommended Readings: - "Dungeon Crawler Carl" by Matt Dinniman // Defence Deconstructed was brought to you by Irving Shipbuilding. // Music Credit: Drew Phillips | Producer: Jordyn Carroll Release date: 24 April 2026