The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

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.

Our regular Tuesday check-in with veteran correspondent Brian Stewart about the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Brian sees things in a critical and dire moment for Ukraine as the balance seems to have tipped in Russia's favour. Also today, the challenge of aging, and some opening thoughts on two days of the January 6th committee. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

The finger of blame was pointed directly at Donald Trump last night for the January 6, 2021 insurrection on Capitol Hill. Chantal and Bruce with their take on whether that blame will become the accepted truth. Also the latest on the investigation into the use of the Emergencies Act in Ottawa, and can Pierre Poilievre be caught by his rivals for the Conservative leadership? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our weekly collection of your thoughts about some of the pressing issues of the day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Voter turnout -- it's not just an Ontario issue. Bruce Anderson brings the SMT lens to this story. Also, tomorrow is the start of the prime time January 6th committee hearings -- what to expect? And Boris Johnson -- can he service? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

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.

Are there lessons about Doug Ford's second majority government win? Bruce and Chantal have their thoughts on that. And what's the real reason former finance minister Bill Morneau is dumping on the Trudeau government? Plus, what's behind Pierre Poilievre's twitter finger? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After Buffalo, after Texas and after new gun laws in Canada, it's time for your turn and you certainly deliver. Lots of your letters this week with your thoughts, ideas and comments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Trudeau government moves on handguns as part of its latest firearms policy. How are others not only in Canada but outside the country reacting? Bruce is here with the latest episode of Smoke Mirrors and The Truth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cancelled flights, long delays, and angry passengers. Its chaos for hundreds of thousands of passengers in different airports around the world. It's also Tuesday and our weekly check-in with correspondent Brian Stewart on Ukraine -- it's "grim" for both sides. And Canada's top ten weather facts -- see how many you get right! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How seriously should we take the threat of "monkeypox". Dr Isaac Bogoch is back to help us with that one. Plus are we about to see the return of the supersonic passenger jet? And, whatever happened to the phone booth? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

National security experts say Canada should be re-examining its relationship with the United States -- will we? And Canada's airports are a mess -- why isn't the government doing anything about it? Chantal and Bruce with their Good Talk thoughts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The latest US mass shooting is awful but will anything change? That's just one of the subjects on this week's Your Turn, your thoughts, ideas and comments about the issues of the day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson brings the SMT take to the Bridge's latest discussion about the media and journalism. Britain has only recently started a right-wing brand of cable TV News, but it's not working so far. Just like it didn't work in Canada. So why does it work in the US? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The loss of Andrew Krystal is a loss to his colleagues, but a major loss to his listeners too. Plus, Brian Stewart's regular weekly commentary on the Ukraine War with this week's focus on how POW's are and should be treated. 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 The Bridge: Special with an episode that first aired on May 17th. Some bold statements about how Ukraine can win what was thought to be an unwinnable war against Russia are being made by some top western leaders. Veteran correspondent and our weekly contributor on the Ukraine conflict, Brian Stewart, wonders. whether these are the things that should be said at this time. Plus a mini potpourri on everything from drone mail service to whether calling someone bald is sexual harassment. 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 are focused on two subjects this week -- Ottawa's decision to shut Huawei out of Canada's 5G networks, and Conservatives in Alberta push Jason Kenney out of the premier's chair. What are the implications on both decisions? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Not sure I've ever seen quite the same amount of reaction to a Bridge episode, as was seen by the combination of the Buffalo shootings and the story of one woman's fight against hate in Stratford, Ontario. Your thoughts on those topics dominate Your Turn this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce joins us from Edinburgh, Scotland on the topic of Charles and Camilla's visit to Canada. What can the heir to the throne do to gain affection from Canadians at a time when the future of the monarchy is very much on the minds of many? Plus how the tragic and horrific Buffalo story has injected itself into the Conservative leadership campaign. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some bold statements about how Ukraine can win what was thought to be an unwinnable war against Russia are being made by some top western leaders. Veteran correspondent and our weekly contributor on the Ukraine conflict, Brian Stewart, wonders. whether these are the things that should be said at this time. Plus a mini potpourri on everything from drone mail service to whether calling someone bald is sexual harassment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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.

It was ugly and dangerous ..and Peterborough Police now claim they are investigating who was behind it. Jagmeet Singh was visiting the Ontario city when he was aggressively harassed verbally and threatened physically. Is this the new norm for Canadian politics? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Shireen Abu Akleh may not have been known that much in North America, but she was an icon in the middle east for her coverage, over a quarter of a century, of the Israeli-Palestinian story. Yesterday she was shot and killed covering a protest in the West Bank. Today we remember her, and then as always on Thursdays, Your Turn. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Not exactly a potpourri edition of SMT but close as Bruce Anderson joins in on the conversation you love to hear. The image of Prince Charles reading the Speech from the Throne in Westminster yesterday gives us all reason to pause. Plus a new poll on Ontario, a court decision in Alberta, and Elon Musk on Trump and Twitter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For weeks the world has waited to hear Vladimir Putin give his detailed reasoning for the war in Ukraine. Yesterday they finally heard it when the Russian leader spoke on the May 9th anniversary of his country's defeat of Nazi Germany in 1845. Brian Stewart gives his take on Putin's speech. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The parade of international celebrities continues into Ukraine as the war continues. The Bridge reaches out to leading Ukrainian academic Olexiy Haran for his take on just what's happening. Also, an old recording shows why FDR "hated war". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

If you were looking for a hockey brawl kind of debate amongst those who are competing for the Conservative Party leadership, well then you got what you wanted last night. Bruce and Chantal have their views on what was accomplished and what was not. Also more on the potential Canadian fallout to a major pending US court decision on abortion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A real cross-section of your thoughts on the topics of the day. Plus, if Maradona's old jersey can sell for more than ten million dollars, think of the possibilities. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.