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Two weeks in to the campaign and there's a sense that the Liberals are struggling. Are they? Chantal Hebert and Bruce Anderson on that and a lot more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce is back, with a detailed analysis of Canadian's attitudes on a number of issues surrounding the election. It's only two weeks in but some early trends are developing. We also look at the issue of young voters and just how much of a difference they may make this time. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was a travel day at sea today as we headed south in the Arctic Ocean. But travel days can be a chance to reflect on the history of exploration in the Arctic and there is nothing I enjoy doing more. That plus also watching the Navy go through its drills breaking in a new vessel on its maiden northern voyage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We may not be at the North Pole but in some ways we are at the top of the world. Grise Fjord Nunavut is Canada’s most northerly residential community. It’s an exciting place but one with a difficult history. I bump into an old friend who helps me tell it. And on our election update, they say leaders tours and television ads can make a difference in a campaign. How about lawn signs? You may be surprised. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On our third podcast from the Arctic we meet Chief Petty Officer Ginette Seguin - her story is one you won’t forget. But first a bit of history about Arctic sovereignty — how it started and where it is now. Canada has come a long way. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On Day Two in the Arctic, The Bridge meets two fascinating residents of Pond Inlet who are directly impacted but in very different ways to climate change and Arctic sovereignty. One is a long-time hunter, the other a long-time ranger. Hear their amazing stories on today's show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Bridge heads to the Arctic to see two big issues first hand -- the impact of climate change, and how to handle Arctic sovereignty. Day One is in Pond Inlet before Friday boarding HMCS Harry Dewolf, Canada's first Arctic Patrol vessel. And we don't forget the election as we talk too about the importance of turnout. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chantal Hebert and Bruce Anderson are back with the first Good Talk of the 2021 election campaign. Topics range from the impact of a PC win provincially in Nova Scotia, to how Premier Legault in Quebec may impact how Quebecers vote federally which could impact the final national result, to the power of visual ads whether on TV or online and what the early ones are telling us. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What aren’t we seeing, what aren’t we hearing and what aren’t we discussing as we enter the third day of Canada’s election campaign. That’s the focus on this first segment of the "Reporters Notebook". Veteran political journalists Rob Russo and Althia Raj give a sense of what they see ahead. And a rundown of how the papers played Sunday's election call -- an interesting look at the way the country reacted to the decision. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Our political insiders give us the inside story on the first 24 hours of Canada’s election campaign. What was THE moment if there was one? Did anyone make a lasting mistake? What about the questions to the leaders - were they worthy? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With news that a fourth wave is now underway in Canada, can the Trudeau government risk an election campaign in the midst of it? Along with Bruce Anderson we weigh the possibilities. Also the impact of climate change, child care and China on how Canadians may cast their votes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some good talk about polls and what you need to consider at a time when you may well be bombarded with polls. Its another episode of Bruce Anderson and Smoke Mirrors and The Truth where we also weigh election possibilities as some may be getting cold feet about calling an election when a fourth wave seems possible. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The third and final in our series of interviews with the major national political party leaders. NDP leader Jagmeet Singh talks about everything from the pandemic to the indigenous issue, and also his request of the Governor General not to allow Justin Trudeau an election this summer.Then Chantal Hebert and Bruce Anderson offer their take on the NDP leader's comments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A letter to SMT prompts a description on fairness in our commentary. Bruce Anderson and I have our thoughts on this, and the role it may play in the upcoming election. Plus our take on the Green Party and the NDP. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The election campaign could start in less than a month, so what does Erin O'Toole stand for? The man who leads the Conservatives wants to be prime minister but what do you actually know about what he would do if you gave him the job? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

That promoting vaccine misinformation have taken a big hit with some of their biggest supporters taking to the sidelines. Bruce Anderson is in his regular spot for SMT as we talk vaccine numbers, and also we look at just how big the indigenous issue could be in the upcoming election. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson joins us for the week's SMT with the topic: the election. Everyone is betting it will be called next month, but why? What's the reason? The government hasn't been defeated in Parliament so why now two years before the rules say it should be called? And what are the issues? What's the ballot question? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

**Note: This episode was originally published Wednesday, July 7. Republishing episode due to technical issues.**Mary Simon becomes GG and there's reason to be inspired and celebrate. Also, lots more with Bruce Anderson on polls, politics and vaccines. And of course, radishes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson joins for Smoke Mirrors and the Truth and the agenda is full - radishes, books, borders, election timing AND the Catherine McKenna story, what happens with her departure? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feature interviews with the Minister of Indigenous Services and the Chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. How to navigate the road forward. And how to discover the truth. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The pre-hiatus collection of your letters, thoughts, comments and questions. Lots of topics, and a pathetic attempt at singing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some opening thoughts on the latest tragic news from our history of residential schools.Then a mini Thursday Potpurri --- the devices that monitor your health, and the man behind the Zapruder film. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce joins for a wide ranging discussion on everything from the looming election to vaccines to airports to the Habs. And of course England. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two weeks ago Alberta appeared to be the province with the worst Covid problems. Now its on the verge of being the first to fully reopen. What happened? And is it safe?Dr Lynora Saxinger joins us from Edmonton for this one. Plus a lot more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This is another keeper. Mark his words! Dr. Isaac Bogoch takes us through, point by point, variant by variant, vaccine by vaccines, where we are on Covid 19. It's pretty good.Plus in another segment, how anti-vaxers are trying to undermine and destroy the customer base of restaurants and bars asking for vaccine confirmation from its customers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Remember that old line, "I've never been wrong except that time I thought I was wrong but I was right."? Well this isn't one of those times. I was wrong and here's the proof on The Weekend Special #65 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Potpourri Thursday brings five pretty interesting stories from microchips, to why we hate micromanaging and why Covid may end it, to the new tattoo craze. Enjoy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When the government talks about how those who choose to remain unvaccinated will have to live with a different world of access to the rest of us what does that mean? Bruce and I discuss that. Also, does an attempt to dump the Green Party leader have an impact on a possible election race later this summer? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A feature interview with the minister of public service and procurement, Anita Anand. She was a rookie MP and a rookie cabinet minister when she arrived in 2019, within months she was in charge of buying everything Canada would need to survive the pandemic -- from masks to vaccines. She takes us inside the buying process and also inside what it might be like for Canadians who choose not to get vaccinated. And tells us that 80 percent of Canadians will be fully vaccinated by the end of July. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is fear of the Delta variant being used to force the rush for second doses? And is there a problem with that? Dr Lisa Barrett joins us from Halifax for that discussion. Plus, all that plexiglass separating us -- did it do anything? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The mailbag edition with lots of topics, takes and some tough talk! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A little history, a little geography headlines the Thursday Potpourri. Plus, which country has declared Covid "over"? Are you okay with "smart lamps"? And wait till you hear the latest in Italian cuisine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Vigils are one thing, action is another. Will anything change or is it just "thoughts and prayers" from our political leaders? And Bruice's thoughts on what's going on behind the scenes on some new polling data. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some thoughts on London, Ontario and Kamloops first, then our feature segment today on the debate around the US-Canada border -- should it be reopened? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Clip and save this one. If you have a choice for your second dose, which vaccine should you pick? This is a key question many people are grappling with right now. Including me. Dr Isaac Bogoch gives you everything you need to consider. Also today, the latest updates on work from home, supersonic commercial travel and it's never too old to graduate high school! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Two stories dominated the news and your emails this week -- The Kamloops Residential School, and Vaccine Passports. Lots of thoughts and ideas from you about what to do about both. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

I worry about inflation, do you? If you do where to look and why. And a lot more that relates to oil from the pump, to arctic drilling, to airlines. All this and more on our Thursday potpourri. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Smoke Mirrors and the Truth is the platform for Bruce and Peter to take on the residential schools issue. No holds barred. Also the latest on the election -- and the likelihood now that it will be called in August. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some thoughts about the greatest goalie in the world. Plus the controversial pandemic issue of vaccine passports. Should we or shouldn't we? One of the country's leading privacy experts weighs in. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Residential School issue doesn't go away. And nor should it. Some serious thoughts on why we can't and shouldn't be put behind us. And then Dr Zain Chagla joins us to talk second doses -- why we have to have them and why their delivery seems so slow. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your letters, comments and questions on everything from the Olympics, to work-from-home, to tipping, to a great idea from France. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In less than two months the parade of nations is scheduled to happen in Japan where thousands of athletes from around the world are expected to take part in the Japan Olympics Opening Ceremony. But will it happen? Or will Covid close in down again. That's one of the topics for this Potpourri Thursday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Boris Johnson's top strategist goes all in on condemning Johnson for his handling of the pandemic. Could such an inside attack happen in Canada? Bruce Anderson joins the discussion on this and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

New questions about what happened in Wuhan China in 2019 and whether Covid was caused by a lab accident. And an important interview with Dr. Lisa Barret who raises the question of whether we are protecting vaccines enough. And of course there's always hockey. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your thoughts, comments and questions on everything from golf to UFO's to food rationing coupons. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's a Thursday potpourri like no other. Everything from fears of inflation to worries about new clothing styles (seriously). There really is something for everyone its this collection of the stories missed in the past week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There are two very different ways of looking at who is doing best at rolling out the vaccines - the US or Canada. Bruce Anderson has his take today on Smoke Mirrors and the Truth. And what to make of Avi Lewis and his entry into federal politics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

He's the voice and the face of hockey every night during the Stanley Cup playoffs and today he's on the Bridge giving us his take on how the pandemic has changed hockey. Plus the latest research on what's the safest seat to sit in on an airplane during a pandemic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Learning from the lessons of the summer of 2001. Sharks to UFO's? Plus, an important discussion on second doses and Astra Zenica. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your thoughts and ideas and questions in the 60th edition of our mailbag since the pandemic started. Lots of good "stuff" here again this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.