The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Week Two of your letters under the title, "What's on your mind". Mostly it's about our differences with our neighbor and long time ally The United States. Plus the Random Ranter is here with his view on what Pierre Poilievre has to say. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Encore episode. We always get letters when we ask for them but never quite like this week. The question was the old fallback --What's On Your Mind? Well, you responded in record numbers, and in all cases they seem to deal with the situation Canada finds itself in with its neighbour, the United States, and specifically its President.. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There seems to be a poll a day recently and while they're each a bit different, there is one common theme. The Liberals are back and the race between them and the Conservatives is very tight. So how are the political pros responding to this? That's the question for Smoke, Mirrors and The Truth panelists Bruce Anderson from the Liberals and Fred DeLorey from the Conservatives. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Talk about a quick trip. In less than 48 hours Prime Minister Carney will talk to Volodymyr Zelensky, meet with President Macron, Prime Minister Starmer and have an audience with the King. Then an Arctic stop on the way home. What can be accomplished and will the pictures all be in campaign ads by week's end? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Day One of the Carney administration reveals a much smaller cabinet, almost half the size of previous ones of late. But is this all about optics or does it really mean a slimmer, more accountable and effective "war" cabinet for the fight ahead? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We always get letters when we ask for them but never quite like this week. The question was the old fallback --What's On Your Mind? Well, you responded in record numbers. The Random Ranter stays single focused too. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Moore Butts combo is back with a big question -- how do you cut government waste and does Elon Musk have the answer? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson and Fred Delorey drop by for a Smoke Mirrors and the Truth episode that deals with what is now a daily issue -- how to deal with the Trump Factor in A Campaign? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Janice Stein's regular Monday visit to The Bridge tackles a number of key foreign affairs issues starting with the impact a new Canadian prime minister will have on the relationship with the United States. It's now Mark Carney versus Donald Trump --- should that make a difference? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In two days, Liberals will have a new leader, and the country will know who their next Prime Minister will be. It's a huge decision and the consequences for the party and the country are significant. That and a lot more on this week's Good Talk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We could be facing a national election in days and at that point control is in your hands. So, here's the question of the week: what qualifications are you looking for that make a good politician? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Encore episode. It was brutal, unprecedented and shocking -- but what happens now? The exchange between Trump and Zelensky with J D Vance playing a supporting role was one for the history books. Dr Janice Stein from the Munk School at the University of Toronto makes her regular appearance to give us her assessment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Canada is in a series of high stakes political races, for party leadership, for an upcoming national election. But is there any focus more important than Donald Trump and the damage he could cause from tariffs and annexation talk? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was brutal, unprecedented and shocking -- but what happens now? The exchange between Trump and Zelensky with J D Vance playing a supporting role was one for the history books Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

So much for Britain's PM Keir Starmer. Given the chance to stand up for Canada with Donald Trump by his side, Starmer instead left Canada, his Commonwealth ally, twisting in the wind. How bad does that look? Does it even matter? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There's no doubt that many Canadians are buying Canadian when they hit the grocery, hardware or clothing stories. But where do you draw the line? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr Janice Stein has been globetrotting again, to Japan, South Korea and Taiwan and she's got some great stories to tell about how the other side of the world is dealing with Trump 2.0. Can we learn from what they're doing? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Enter the Fred DeLorey/Bruce Anderson spin room as we deconstruct elements of last night's French language liberal leadership contender's debate. There were various moments, and especially one, where views differ and they are worth discussing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr Janice Stein has been globetrotting again, to Japan, South Korea and Taiwan and she's got some great stories to tell about how the other side of the world is dealing with Trump 2.0. Can we learn from what they're doing? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Blaming the media is a common tactic when you feel your competition is getting better coverage than you are. Is that why some Conservatives are saying Mark Carney is getting a free pass from the media in his campaign for the Liberal leadership? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The question is simple, "if you were writing to an American friend, what would you say about the current situation between our two countries?" Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

While Canada is being beaten up, and its sovereignty questioned, both by Donald Trump, what are our friends and allies saying? Anything? Why the silence? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Moore Butts combo is back with a big question -- how do you cut government waste and does Elon Musk have the answer? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore of that's the focus of this week's Your Turn and your letters aren't shy. Neither is the Random Ranter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

While Canada is being beaten up & its sovereignty questioned by Trump, what are our friends and allies saying? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Random Ranter is here for his weekly rant -- this week his latest on the Donald Trump situation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore of Trump's National Security Adviser says he doesn't "think" his country has plans to invade Canada. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Also, a feature interview with Jack Wang on his new WW2 novel, The Riveter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Donald Trump's National Security Adviser says he doesn't "think" his country has plans to invade Canada. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The polls suggest it, the Liberals think it & the Conservatives look like they're trying to reposition because of it. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

That's the focus of this week's Your Turn and your letters aren't shy. Neither is the Random Ranter. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore of Bruce Anderson & Fred DeLorey go head to head on tariffs. Keith Boag with his non partisan take. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson and Fred DeLorey go head to head on the tariff issue. Then Keith Boag with his non partisan take. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The trade war between Canada & the US is on, & suddenly, two long-standing friends seem like hard-core enemies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mark Carney is the front runner in the race to replace Trudeau & finally dropped his plans to abandon the carbon tax. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Ranter drops his latest take on the developing trade war between Canada & the US, his view may surprise you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore of is Trump's vision all about American Imperialism & does it compare with the 19th century? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Plus an excerpt from my onstage interview at the Montreal Holocaust Museum with Auschwitz survivor, George Reinitz. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Trump's vision all about American Imperialism, and does it compare with a similar time in the 19th century? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Most cabinet ministers are endorsing an outsider not an insider. How damaging is this for Chrystia Freeland? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Also today one person who doesn't sound that happy -- yup, the Random Ranter! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore of Journalist Matthew Scace on his book, "Jasper on Fire: Five Days of Hell in a Rocky Mountain Paradise". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson & former Conservative campaign manager, Fred DeLorey. Also, Keith Boag, on the Trump presidency launching. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A ceasefire in the Middle East, talks between Ukraine and Russia may soon begin. Canada braces for tariffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This weekend the leadership race will be all set. Carney is in, Freeland should be in by Sunday. What are the impressions so far? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You have strong feelings on this issue of Trump's ramblings about the 51st state Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

An encore of Inauguration Day for Trump and all eyes are on the conflicts between Russia and Ukraine, and Israel and Hamas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Journalist & author Matthew Scace on his new book, "Jasper on Fire: Five Days of Hell in a Rocky Mountain Paradise". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A week from today is Inauguration Day for Trump and all eyes are on the conflicts between Russia and Ukraine, and Israel and Hamas. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Liberals are gathering at the gate, with some entering the race for leadership. Most eyes are focused on Trump's threat of tariffs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.