The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Thursday is what we call a potpourri day and today is no exception. Everything from the Impeachment trial, guns, Covid-19, the Olympics (with an anecdote that may shock you), to whether there is an anti-Conservative bias in social media. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

When January 6th happened, the rioters threatened to "hang Mike Pence". Now that Donald Trump is on trial in the US Senate, Mike Pence's story of that decay is critical, but he isn't talking. It's just one of the topics worth considering in this week's Smoke Mirrors and The Truth with Bruce Anderson joining as he always does each Wednesday from Ottawa. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A year ago the news of the pandemic shut down the travel business. Thousands of Canadian jobs were affected, as were dozens of Canadian companies. Customers were stranded in countries around the world. Today the inside story of how one company moved to repatriate their travelers, and begin the slow process of trying to save their businesses. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lots of questions still persist about vaccines and variants. Today we go to Edmonton for some answers from infectious disease specialist Dr. Lynora Saxinger. And there are some encouraging signs. We also talk about Dan Levy, Lorne Michaels and The Weeknd. And then a very special guest on the late great Christopher Plummer. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Every Friday is your chance to express a view -- your e-mails with your questions, comments and thoughts. Today is no exception with entries from across the country and around the world. And a bonus appearance this week from Abacus Data Chairman Bruce Anderson with fresh out of the field research on how Canadians are getting restless about the government's performance on the vaccine rollout. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A recent LA Times report investigates a number of "incidents" that have aviation experts concerned about how pilots who've been laid off because of Covid are getting "rusty" and suggest this is a safety issue. Just one of the items on this week's potpourri episode ... including a pandemic boom in snowmobile use! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Wednesday and that means "Smoke, Mirrors and The Truth" with Bruce Anderson in his regular slot and joining us for a frank discussion about diplomacy in a covid world, Canada's Ambassador to the United Nations Bob Rae. He's open, frank and pretty laid back. Bob Rae on the Bridge. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A number of new scientific studies are showing that the ice melt underway on our planet is happening at an increasing rate with some absolutely startling numbers being recorded from satellite imagery. But do you care? Is it affecting your life? Author and Public Policy expert Adam Lajeunesse from StFX University in Nova Scotia has the answers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What was really behind the latest travel restrictions imposed by Ottawa, and whatever happened to the excitement surrounding vaccines? Two key stories The Bridge looks at with two special guests -- both who focus on science not politics. Dr Lisa Barret in Halifax and Dr Isaac Bogotch in Toronto. And then for some thing very different, will you need a covid sniffing dog to get you into a Leafs (or Habs, Jets, Senators, Flames, Oilers, Canucks) game? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some changes coming up tomorrow for the Bridge and Peter gives you a sense of what they are and what they aren't! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Special thanks to our listeners for their comments and extra special thanks to Geist Magazine for a great article to read. 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 potpourri day with some very interesting stories -- from the genesis of "Because it's 2015!" to paying for a private vaccine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lots on top here this week with Bruce Anderson -- the GG failure, can Erin O'Toole survive, and should news orgs ban opinion? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We take a gamble on this episode and try something very different. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What is the problem with the vaccine rollout? An expert analysis. 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 Governor-General story -- and then your questions, comments and thoughts for week 45. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

How amazing talent and five minutes on national TV can make you a huge star. Just one of the items in today's potpourri podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Inauguration Day 2021. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why is Nova Scotia doing so well against Covid? We have the answer. And the fascinating history of the Bibles that have been used to swear in US Presidents. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to week #45 and goodbye to President #45. The "art of the lie" is over, or is it? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your questions and comments -- and some interesting and revealing answers, especially the last one! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A little "behind the scenes" in a typical newsroom, one story that's just fun to tell, and one that's important to tell. 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 Smoke, Mirrors and The Truth, the podcast within a podcast, and the question, Is This The Dagger? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Paul Bissonnette, the star of Spittin' Chicklets, hockey's most popular podcast gets us ready on the eve of the new NHL season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus, some encouraging news on the Canadian fight against Covid. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus, some of your thoughts and comments about places we've lost. 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 lots to say Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce, me and former Harper Director of Communications Andrew MacDougall do a deep dive on the meaning of the Trump era. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you lost your favourite restaurant because of the pandemic? Tell me about it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

And why I think Trump is really trying to overturn the election results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lots of good tech talk to wind up a year where tech played such a role. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The podcast within a podcast and its special year-end quiz. Enjoy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The vaccine distribution system ground to a halt in Ontario -- is that leadership? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to week 42 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have a great holiday weekend -- enjoy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's long but fun. Lots of questions and some very different answers! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

And news about this week's contest for a free signed copy of "Extraordinary Canadians"! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus -- Who had the better election turnout, the United States 2020 or Canada 2019? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You pick the best way to describe 2020, and the winner is....? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A new contest for a free signed copy of Extraordinary Canadians calls for your inner Shakespeare! 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.

David Axelrod has seen it all and shares his take on America with Bruce and me on a special edition of the podcast within a podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

And a special word about tomorrow's guest and the latest on the book plates! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lots to talk about as a signature week begins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

More great stories and comments from you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Thursday night potpourri -- starting with some things to be watching for in the night sky that hven't been seen in hundreds of years! And yes, more vaccine news. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

China, Vaccines and Pardons all up for discussion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Thoughts about John Lennon on the day he was shot --- plus a really important interview with Janice Stein about the peace talks about to begin in Afghanistan -- was it worth it that so many lives, including Canadian lives, were lost . Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Welcome to Week 39 and the challenge of getting a tree. But that's not all! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your letters this week were amazing ... so many this is the longest 'bridge daily" so far. Enjoy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

General Rick Hillier is in charge of Ontario's vaccine distribution -- and we ask him some of the key questions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.