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Chantal and Bruce with their thoughts on the new commission in Ottawa town, and what day one told us about how this investigation will unfold. Also by comparison, the final committee hearing into the January 6th insurrection in Washington. And is federalism in Canada dead? And what's Chrystia Freeland up to? It's a full slate with something for everyone. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your comments on everything from EV's (still!) and Danielle Smith to freedom, plus the latest from the Random Ranter. This week the RR and remember he's from the west, has his thoughts on western alienation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce has new Abacus data on how Canadians feel about Covid including what they would do if a new wave threatens the country. That plus the latest on the commission looking into the use of the Emergencies Act, and are the Republicans making a comeback in the US midterms. Lots of smoke, mirrors and the truth in all of that! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the situation in Ukraine tense and Russia’s threats of using nuclear weapons still on the table, could Canada be taking a more active role? Former foreign affairs minister Lloyd Axworthy thinks so and Brian Stewart agrees. Both are guests on The Bridge today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on September 14th. Pierre Poilievre's first meeting with the media didn't go that well for either Poilievre or the media. What should be taken from the encounter? And can anyone win the political long game by attacking the media?And what would an SMT be without a little Donald Trump? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chantal and Bruce on Danielle Smith's win in Alberta and what it means for Canada. Plus, is Pierre Poilievre's social media out of control and if so, who's to blame? Also, the mess at Hockey Canada and will it ever be cleaned up? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last week the RR had his say on the issue of electric vehicles, EVs, and this week we hear the fallout, both good and bad, on Your Turn. But the Ranter isn't done either as he has "take two". Plus lots of your other comments on everything from freedom to Trump to Trudeau and surfing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce is in the UK this week so not surprisingly he has a few things to say about the chaos the latest British Prime Minister finds herself in. Also, a little Donald Trump bashing just to stay consistent. But the big question revolves around electoral reform and whether it will ever happen here, especially after Monday's Quebec election results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's another Brian Stewart Tuesday as the former war correspondent helps us put the various elements of the Ukraine War into context while giving us a little history at the same time. Plus, are the rich really getting richer? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

They’re back! James Moore and Gerald Butts are back by popular demand. The two experienced political observers drop their partisan positions (or sure try) to give us their take. This time the conversation is about what happens and what needs to happen inside a party when a new leader takes power. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce is off for this week's Good Talk but Rob Russo fills in with Chantal. Is there reason for optimism with progress on Truth and Reconciliation? And in a fight between climate change and inflation who wins? Plus the Quebec election is next week and so is the search for a new premier in Alberta. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lots of different questions, comments and ideas this week. Plus the Random Ranter takes a shot at a very popular Bridge topic: EV's! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson with his take on a potpourri of issues that really do the range. A new study on Covid in The US, questions about questions in the media; and wondering about fascism in Italy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Brian Stewart is with us again after a critical week in the war over Ukraine. Threats and counter threats, especially ones involving nuclear weapons, have many people worried, including Brian. Also, today, how steps per day are important but so is the pace you do those steps. Plus the amazing weight of ants. That's right, the weight of ants! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some comments about the destruction of Fiona on Canada's east coast. Plus a new study from Mainstreet Research with results that suggest almost half of Canadians don't trust their media. And then, a feature interview to mark this week's National Day of Truth and Reconciliation on Friday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After much pre-event discussion, the opening round of the Justin versus Pierre match took place and Chantal and Bruce have their scorecards ready. All this at the same time there's chatter about a new civility around Parliament. Any chance of that? All that and a lot more this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lots of comments and opinions from all parts of the country today as you weigh in on the issues of the day. Plus the Random Ranter, (with new music!), has his say too. Enjoy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More than ninety percent of Canadians have had a COVID vaccine in the past 18 months, but will they take another shot? An organized social media campaign and Russian bots seem to be having an impact. Bruce Anderson has thoughts on that and many other SMT issues from polling to Donald Trump and whether Merrick Galand has tipped his hand about an indictment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

He's got his back up against the wall in Ukraine and he's losing some support at home. What options does Vladimir Putin have and will he use them, including nuclear weapons? Brian Stewart is by with his thoughts. Also more on linear versus digital television, and a new study on life "out there"! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The long goodbye for Queen Elizabeth is over with her body now on its way to its final resting place at Windsor Castle. The end of an historic ten-day period since her passing. Today the Bridge deals with that with Andrew MacDougall joining us from London. But today's program also deals with issues surrounding journalism and its coverage of politicians. Andrew, a former Director of Communications for Prime Minister Stephen Harper helps us on that too. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A new IPSOS survey says 60 percent of Canadians want a referendum on whether to keep the monarchy. Really? Good grist for a start to this week's Good Talk. Chantal and Bruce discuss that plus Pierre Poilievre's first week and why is the Quebec election getting so little interest outside the province. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last week was the debut of the Random Ranter, an anonymous contributor from western Canada. It was extremely popular in his first offering so he's back with some thoughts that are bound to receive a mixed response. But being Your Turn, most of the show today is all you -- your thoughts on everything from the death of the Queen to the election of Pierre Poilievre as leader of the CPC. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pierre Poilievre's first meeting with the media didn't go that well for either Poilievre or the media. What should be taken from the encounter? And can anyone win the political long game by attacking the media?And what would an SMT be without a little Donald Trump? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Ukraine story this past few days has been intriguing. Have we reached a turning point? Brian Stewart is back with his insight and research on what's really happening in the war with Russia.Plus, will doing thousands of steps a day help counter dementia? A new study says "yes". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A few comments about the Poilievre win, the royal weekend of mourning, the Ukraine developments, and then a special feature interview. Thomas Sadowski is a face you'll recognize because of his work on television, movies and theatre. But the work he may be proudest of is his humanitarian work and today he has a stark warning about an impending disaster facing certain countries as a result of food shortages. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chantal and Bruce on all things relevant on this day from the death of Elizabeth The Great, to the questions about King Charles, to the Prime Minister's decision to say through the next election and to the winner of tomorrow's Conservative leadership race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Thursday "Your Turn" episode has all the regular features of your comments and ideas, plus the introduction of a new segment -- the Random Ranter with his take on the events of the week. The idea here is to have a little fun but still make a point. He's anonymous, but what we can say is he's from western Canada and he's a keen observer of the political scene. He travels frequently and listens to what people have to say. He's not a broadcaster, in fact like many of you he is often frustrated by broadcasters! So welcome Random Ranter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why do people rarely last more than ten years with any government? Bruce Anderson has his take on today's season opening SMT. And more from Liz Truss to how television networks are reacting to change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The minister of defense on dealing with the Generals, fighting Putin, and what she's learned about leadership. Anita Anand has only been in cabinet three years but in that time has had to deal with the vaccine crisis in one portfolio, and a war that could go global in another. She's received both criticism and praise -- what's it taught her about leadership? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on June 15th. Bruce Anderson has the results of some new data on the relationship between people's trust, or lack of it, in media and government, and how it connects to the rapid growth in conspiracy theories. Some of the data is shocking. Plus some new thoughts on the unfolding story of the final days of the Trump administration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on June 6th. James Moore, Conservative and Gerald Butts, Liberal, continue their very special conversations on The Bridge. Special because they've agreed to keep partisan shots out of the discussion! Today the topic is leadership and the way parties choose their top person. Is it good enough? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce and Chantal join in with some Good Talk about whether the summer has changed anything on the national political landscape. There were great expectations back in June about what needed to happen, but did anything? Also a feisty conversation about the growth of conspiracy theories and their impact on the political dialogue. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on April 25th. If there are two guys who can "bring it" in a non-partisan conversation about Canadian politics it’s these two. One Conservative, one Liberal. Today's topic is Canada on the world stage - is there a common approach and should there be a common approach no matter who is in power? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on February 15th. This is a fabulous and important discussion to have with two normally political foes engaging in a thoughtful, for the most part non partisan discussion about current leadership patterns. Former Conservative cabinet minister James Moore and former Trudeau Principal Secretary Gerry Butts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on June 7th. Brian Stewart on the potential of a global famine because of the Ukraine/Russia conflict. Plus, everything from high gasoline prices to the width of airline seats. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on March 22nd. One of the world's most celebrated historians, Margaret Macmillan, puts the Ukraine war in context -- is it already a world war? And Brian Stewart drops by with his regular Tuesday commentary on what is missing in the coverage of the war. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on June 13th. The former deputy leader of the CPC on the leadership race and what to believe and what not to believe. And, her up-close candid assessment of Pierre Poilievre. Plus some Monday Notes on everything from the accuracy of Covid case counts, to some secrets of your fast food delivery people. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chantal and Bruce take a break from their summer routine to join me for a special summer Good Talk. We touch a lot of bases from the Covid surge and does anyone care; to the battles inside both the Conservative and Liberal parties, to the latest on the January 6th committee. Enjoy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on May 16th. There are many forms of hate and sadly we see that unveiled in different ways and in different places almost every day. It leaves many of us with questions about how we can make a difference in confronting it. Today a story about one woman's attempt to do just that. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on April 26th. At a time when a lot of people are wondering about the changing nature of the media landscape, The Bridge raises some questions. What and who do people trust to get their information? What is truth and who gives it? Author, former journalist and former political advisor Bill Fox is our guest. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on Dec 7th. This is fun. The documentary made from archival film by director Peter Jackson about the Beatles just months before their breakup is rich in content. How rich? George Stroumboulopoulos is our guest in this really fascinating interview about the "fab four". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on April 4th. A special episode featuring an exclusive interview with Canada's Ambassador to the United Nations, Bob Rae. At issue: whether its right to negotiate with a proven liar and war criminal, in this case, Vladimir Putin. Why do it, and if you do, why trust him? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The convoy organizers are back in Ottawa town, and one in five Conservative MP's were there to greet them. What does that mean and how does that play out this summer? Chantal and Bruce are all in for that discussion, plus chatter as Michelle Rempel Garner makes her decision, and the Liberals summer mess continues. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your thoughts, ideas and questions about the issues of the day. We get lots of emails, hundreds of them every week, at The Bridge, with thoughtful, challenging ideas about the stories we cover. Thursday is your day to air them out. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson puts his lens on the committee hearings in Washington into the Jan 6, 2021 insurrection. Is it having an impact and will it make a real difference? Plus, inflation -- what impact does it have on the world of politics? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Those on Parliament Hill who protect parliamentarians have asked those they protect to start carrying panic buttons with them wherever they go. It's yet another sign of the times. Plus Brian Stewart's regular weekly commentary on Ukraine -- this week Brian's focus is on the "resistance" or the "guerilla" warfare the Ukrainians are waging against Russia. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Preet Banerjee is in the house today. One of the country's leading personal financial advisors drops by to help demystify living in a period of rising inflation. From housing to gas to food, what's the best way to handle the situation -- Preet offers some suggestions. Plus some interesting new stats on trust in the media. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After hinting the Liberal's solution for inflation would be in a speech by the finance minister yesterday, observers were left disappointed. Are the Liberals out of ideas and adrift? Chantal Hebert and Rob Russo (filling in this week for Bruce Anderson) have their thoughts on that, plus some analysis on Pierre Poilievre and things Conservative. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Your Turn with letters about everything from aging to conspiracy theories. Your thoughts, comments and ideas about the issues of the day. And as always, you don't hold back. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson has the results of some new data on the relationship between people's trust, or lack of it, in media and government, and how it connects to the rapid growth in conspiracy theories. Some of the data is shocking. Plus some new thoughts on the unfolding story of the final days of the Trump administration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.