The Bridgehead

Jonathon looks at MP Jamil Jivani's ongoing response to Mark Carney's Pride Parade attendance, the Liberal backlash, and how this is shifting the overton window. ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon:...

Jonathon analyzes Pierre Poilievre's stance on pride parades and flying the pride flag from Canadian flagpoles. ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7 _________ #cdnpoli #pierrepoili...

Jonathon sits down with MP Andrew Lawton to discuss the Special Joint Committee on Medical Assistance in Dying’s recommendation to indefinitely exclude persons whose sole underlying medical condition is mental illness from eligibility for “MAID.” MP Andrew Lawton gives the inside scoop of what occurred in committee, the report, what it means, and what comes next. ————— You can find Jonathon’s book...

Jonathon looks at why the Liberals can't be trusted when it comes to the passage of Bill C-9 and their removal of the "good faith" religious exemption. Pride has become Canada's new religion. Jonathon discusses the pride flag ceremony on Parliament Hill led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, and how members of the Liberal Party responded to MP Vincent Ho's simple question in c...

Jonathon breaks down some of the reasons why genuine Conservatism seems so rare in Canada - and why the robust debates taking place elsewhere doesn't happen here. Second, Jonathon looks at the next frontier of the sexual revolution: polyamory. He dissects two nearly identical newspieces - one from CTV and the other from Canadian Affairs, demonstrating the push to normalize polyamorous relatio...

Jonathon looks at the new BC Conservative Party leader, Kerry Lynne-Findlay, and what this means for conservatism in BC and in Canada. Next Jonathon looks at a euthanasia horror story out of Ontario where a man was euthanized after a consultation in a Tim Hortons parking lot. Finally Jonathon looks at Pierre Poilievre's response to a question from Billboard Chris about sex changes for minors....

Jonathon speaks with Dr. Hormoz Shariat of Iran Alive Ministries to hear about the situation on the ground for Christians in Iran. You can find Dr. Hormoz Shariat’s ministry at iranalive.org Book Recommendations: “Iran’s Great Awakening: How God is Using a Muslim Convert to Spark Revival” - Hormuz Shariat “Soul by Soul: The Evangelical Mission to Spread the Gospel to Muslims” - Adriana Carranca “I...

Jonathon runs a Q&A session to answer some questions about Canadian politics, from Alberta separatism, to Pierre's leadership, to the state of so-called "MAID" in Canada. If you have questions of your own for a future episode, please submit them through the form below: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/hAWtQ0eNDB Mary Eberstadt's Book: "How the West Really Lost God"...

Jonathon looks at the encouraging Globe and Mail report that the Canadian government may be prepared halt the plan to expand "MAID" for mental illness. Second, Jonathon looks at a big win in the courts for Danielle Smith when it comes to stopping gender transitions for minors. Third, Jonathon looks at Premier David Eby and his embarrassing push for abortion access to distract from the is...

Jonathon speaks with Pastor David Zadok, a Reformed pastor serving a congregation in Israel, to discuss what it is really like for Christians living in Israel. Pastor Zadok discusses his conversion and call to ministry, as well as the assertions from commentators like Tucker Carlson that there is rampant persecution of Christians in the country of Israel. #Israel #Christianity #TuckerCarlson

Jonathon looks at Canadian gender doctor Karine Khatchadourian, who prescribed hormones to youth, and now challenges “medicalizing the majority of youth that are presenting to clinics.” She believes that the psychological benefits of puberty suppression are uncertain. She challenges the Canadian media and political consensus, which portrays “gender-affirming care” as unquestionable and necessary t...

Jonathon points out how Bill C-9 threatens charter rights despite Liberal assurances that it won't affect good-faith discussion of religious texts and worship. Jonathon looks at whether you may actually be considered guilty of "violence" by the Canadian government. In the second story, Jonathon looks at the insidious way that so-called "MAID" deaths are reported in Ontario...

Jonathon looks at the defection of MP Marilyn Gladu's defection to Mark Carney's Liberals and the pushback she has received both from the right and the left.  Second, Jonathon looks at the argument made by Jocelyn Downie in favor of euthanasia. ————— #MarilynGladu #cdnpoli #sarniaontario

Jonathon breaks down the viral NDP convention, the NDP leadership results, and what it signals for Canada's future. ————— You can find “The Bridgehead with Jonathon Van Maren” podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Rumble, or wherever you listen to podcasts. The Bridgehead on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mWXT52Dpaf6QPg7plWJl6  The Bridgehead on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.c...

Should you date someone who is watching pornography? What if your spouse is addicted?  Registered psychotherapist and sex addictions therapist Paul Lavergne joins to discuss porn addiction, recovery, and frequently asked questions about porn use and breaking free. You can reach Paul Lavergne at turningpoint4me@gmail.com or via his website, at turningpoint4me.com For general resources on breaking f...

Jonathon looks at the effect of Canada's euthanasia horror stories on the recent Scotland euthanasia bill and the encouraging Bill 18 put forward by Danielle Smith. Next Jonathon looks at Pierre Poilievre's Joe Rogan appearance and his own comments on euthanasia in Canada. Finally, a quick update regarding Bill C-9 in Canada. ————— You can find “The Bridgehead with Jonathon Van Maren” po...

Prime Minister Mark Carney recently claimed that Canada practices "civic nationalism" rather than the "Christian nationalism" he attributes to the United States. But what does that actually mean for Canada's identity and future? Jonathon examines Carney's remarks in response to Secretary of State Marco Rubio's Munich speech, unpacking the deeper tension between C...

Former MLA and now former school trustee Laurie Throness joins Jonathon to discuss the $750,000 Barry Neufeld fine by the BC Human Rights Tribunal, the state of Canada, and why he resigned as a Chilliwack school trustee. #barryneufeld #lauriethroness #cdnpoli

Former British Columbia school trustee Barry Neufeld discusses his unprecedented $750,000 penalty from the BC Human Rights Tribunal for stating there are only two biological sexes. Neufeld details his eight-year legal battle stemming from his 2017 criticism of the SOGI 123 sex education curriculum. You can support Barry Neufeld at https://rightsandfreedoms.org/support-barry-neufeld #CdnPoli #Barry...

In this in-depth conversation, Jojo Ruba—an advocate with 20+ years of experience in Christian apologetics and pro-life activism—examines the growing threats to religious freedom in Canada. You can find information on the summit here: https://www.freedomsummit.ca/   ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPq...

Jonathon looks at the recently released Epstein files, revealing shocking connections and unsettling facts.  The documents, released by the Trump Department of Justice, expose Epstein’s interactions with high-profile figures, including prominent LGBT activists and billionaires. We explore his communications with individuals such as Tom Pritzker and Jess Ting.  The files also highlight the systemat...

Jonathon looks at the Conservative Party convention in Calgary and the implications going forward. ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7 ————— You can find “The Bridgehead with Jonathon...

Jonathon looks at the recent delay of Bill C-9, the divided American pro-life movement at the March for Life in DC, and another disturbing case from Canada’s euthanasia regime. You can find 4MyCanada here: https://www.4mycanada.com/   ————— You can find Jonathon’s book “How We Got Here,” analyzing our cultural moment, at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU...

Jonathon looks at the court ruling on Trudeau's use of the Emergency Measures Act in 2022 against the Freedom Convoy in Ottawa. Next, he covers the story of a massive book purge taking place in Ontario schools. Finally, he looks at a case where a judge had to intervene to protect an elderly woman with dementia from her husband's death plan. ————— You can find Jonathon’s book “How We Got...

Jonathon analyzes the lack of support among Western nations for the people of Iran, and the apparent hypocrisy from those who recently proclaimed their support for Gazans but aren’t nearly as willing to condemn the Iranian regime.  Next, Jonathon looks at the heartbreaking story of Kiano Vafaeian, a 26-year-old from Ontario who suffered from depression and was approved for euthanasia under Dr. Ell...