Inspired by true stories from the Royal Canadian Air Force, Pathway to the Stars: Brushes with Fame is a podcast series inspired by true events from a century of RCAF history.

2024 marks the Royal Canadian Air Force’s centennial, and this season of our podcast series focuses on the themes of belonging in the RCAF, which are prevalent in today’s society. It is produced by Juno-Award-nominated best-selling author Jason Wilson.

Explore other stories of the RCAF in Pathway to the Stars: 100 Years of the Royal Canadian Air Force, a new publication from former RCAF Commander Michael Hood and Honorary Colonel Tom Jenkins now available online and in your favourite bookstore.

Subscribe to Pathway to the Stars: Brushes with Fame on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Pathway to the Stars: Brushes with Fame
Written and Produced by Jason Wilson
Executive Producer: Jeremy Diamond

Episode 1: Phil Marchildon – Pitcher, Gunner, Hero
Featuring the voices of:
Wilf Harrison
Lachlan Llewellyn
Alana Kapell
Jason Wilson
Jeremy Diamond
MC Hansen
Jason Wilson

Recorded at Jessie’s Jazz Cafe, Toronto
Engineered, mixed and mastered by Mauro “MARS” Giammarco

Music was written and performed by Jason Wilson and his band

The series was made possible thanks to the kind support of Air Canada and Veterans Affairs Canada.