The Bridgehead

Jonathon breaks down the politicization of Christian persecution among some political commentators, including Tucker Carlson. Second, Jonathon discusses Donald Trump’s unexpected endorsement of Liberal Party candidate Mark Carney for prime minister. Finally, Jonathon responds to criticisms about the coverage of Mark Carney’s daughter - Sasha Carney - being a “trans activist." Sasha Carney wro...

Mark Carney’s daughter, a trans activist, visited the infamous Tavistock gender clinic in the UK.  Jonathon Van Maren looks at the political implications of this for Canada, from the potential tensions between the PM and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to Pierre Poilievre’s views on gender ideology from here. This week's episode is released earlier than the usual Thursday release due to breaki...

Mark Carney takes over the Liberal Party, Justin Trudeau gives his farewells, and 2 Toronto police officers speak positively about the October 7 attacks while wearing the uniform. Jonathon Van Maren breaks it all down in this episode of the Bridgehead Briefing. ————— You can find Jonathon’s new book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU...

Why are the Canadian Liberals rising in the polls? Are the Conservatives looking at a potential election loss? What about Pierre Poilievre? In this Bridghead Briefing, Jonathon Van Maren looks at the surprising shift in Canadian political polls following Trudeau’s resignation and Donald Trump’s tariff war on Canada. ————— You can find Jonathon’s new book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locati...

Jonathon breaks down the Liberal leadership debates of this past week. He scrutinizes the front-runner candidates, Chrystia Freeland and Mark Carney and their lasting connection to the infamous Trudeau legacy. ————— You can find Jonathon’s new 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/produ...

Jonathon reacts to the funeral of the kidnapped and murdered Jewish Bibas family.

Jonathon Van Maren looks at the missing Hitchens siblings, and how they contributed to the views of both Christopher and Peter Hitchens on the topic of abortion. Included in this episode are clips from public Hitchens debates, as well as Peter Hitchens own comments about his missing siblings. To watch this on YouTube, visit: https://youtu.be/L35EccAhQUU For Further Information: Christopher Hitchen...

Erin Loechner, author of ‘The Opt Out Family,’ sits down with Jonathon Van Maren to discuss the perils of social media and digital culture. Erin shares her journey from being a top social media influencer to completely stepping away from digital culture. Van Maren and Loechner delve into the impact of digital technology on family life, mental well-being, and societal values, making a compelling ca...

Jonathon Van Maren looks at the story of Health Canada's refusal to continue funding some abortion groups. This is an unusual development in Canada worth celebrating. Next, Jonathon looks at the decision of the Dufferin-Peel Catholic School District to uphold their policy against flying the pride flag, resisting what Jonathon refers to as 'cry bullying' from activists. Lastly, he co...

Jonathon Van Maren looks at the personal and political animosity between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.  The discussion highlights the recent tariff threats imposed by Trump on Canada, Trudeau's mediocre attempts to mitigate the economic repercussions, and the impact of their tumultuous relationship on the political landscape of both nations.  With insights from med...

Jonathon had so much fun reading a segment of Trump's executive order on gender that he decided to do a full reading of the entire order. Enjoy. And yes, the bit about a Gofundme for David Attenborough was a joke. ————— You can find Jonathon’s new book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead...

Jonathon looks at the impact of Donald Trump’s inauguration and his executive order affirming that there are only 2 genders - male and female.  Jonathon looks at the changes in public perception, reactions from political figures and the leaders in America leading up to Trump’s inauguration.  Second, he looks at the response from politicians in Canada including Marc Miller, Jagmeet Singh, and Pierr...

Jonathon Van Maren breaks down the addresses of President Donald Trump, VP JD Vance, and prominent pro-life leaders, to the March for Life 2025 in Washington, DC.  This episode highlights the significance of the event, the political dynamics within the pro-life movement, and speeches from influential Republicans about the future of pro-life policies in America. ————— You can find Jonathon’s new bo...

In this Bridgehead Briefing, Jonathon Van Maren looks at 3 stories.  First, the news of Mark Zuckerberg’s dramatic break-up with the Trans movement. Zuckerberg changed policies to allow for increased free speech on Meta when it comes to gender. He has removed “pregnant people” emojis from Meta’s messaging apps, and removed tampon dispensers at Meta headquarters. Second is Pierre Poilievre’s battle...

Jonathon Van Maren looks at the resignation of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the reasons behind it. Through an in-depth analysis, Van Maren examines the series of scandals, political missteps, and controversies that marked Trudeau’s nearly decade-long tenure. Van Maren also explores the Liberal Party of Canada’s dire state, internal rivalries, and the potential implications for Canada’s politi...

Karen Potter joins Jonathon Van Maren to discuss the often overlooked issue of female porn addiction. They discuss the rising rates of addiction among women, the unique challenges they face, and practical steps for recovery and prevention. Karen brings valuable insights from her extensive experience helping people overcome their addictions at Covenant Eyes, and offers hope and solutions for those...

Kai Höss joins Jonathon Van Maren to discuss his familial legacy as the grandson of Rudolf Höss, the Commandant of Auschwitz. Kai Höss speaks about his personal experiences growing up with this dark history, and how that impacted him when he learned about it for the first time.  He tells of his experience taking part in the recent documentary “The Commandant’s Shadow” and his thoughts on the movie...

Jonathon Van Maren looks at the escalating tensions between President-elect Donald Trump and PM Justin Trudeau and what is motivating Trudeau's actions amidst his recent comments about Americans. In the second story, Jonathon looks at Quebec's aggressive secularism, shown in Premier François Legault's shocking proposal to ban prayer in all public spaces. The third story looks at the...

Ayaan Hirsi Ali joins Jonathon Van Maren for a candid discussion about the multiple crises confronting Western Civilization and the launch of her new platform, Courage Media. She reflects on the personal impact of the assassination of her friend Theo Van Gogh, examines the cultural implications of woke ideology, and shares insights on the political forces that led to Donald Trump’s election. The c...

The conflict between Mayor Harold McQuaker of Emo, Ontario, and Borderland Pride continues.  The dispute, sparked by the Ontario Human Rights Commission's ruling against Emo Township for refusing a pride proclamation in 2020, led to the garnishing of the mayor’s bank account after he refused to comply with the tribunal’s demands. Jonathon Van Maren covers the mayor’s courageous refusal to com...

Jonathon Van Maren speaks with scholar, author, and podcast host Spencer Klavan. Delving into his latest book, Light of the Mind, Light of the World: Illuminating Science Through Faith, Klavan explores the intersections of science, faith, and history, providing a counter-narrative to the perceived conflict between science and religion. Topics range from the historical development of scientific ide...

Jonathon Van Maren discusses the recent passing of euthanasia legislation in the UK and its implications for those living with disabilities. He looks at the parallels between euthanasia and historical legislation like the Abortion Act of 1967, and the deceptive narratives pushed by assisted suic*de advocates. Jonathon also looks at the broader cultural shifts away from Christian values in Canada,...

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau dances at a Taylor Swift concert in Toronto while Montreal is rocked by leftist protests and set on fire.  The small Township of Emo in Ontario is forced to pay reparations for not flying a pride flag, and its staff are forced to undergo re-education because of their stance back in 2020. Jonathon Van Maren breaks all of this down in his latest episode of the...

Should you buy a smartphone for your child for Christmas? Yes, if you want their childhood to end. Further reading: Ten Reasons Not to Give Your Kid a Smartphone Smartphones Have Given Your Teen Daughter a Secret Life and its Destroying Her Kids Who Get Smartphones Earlier Become Adults With Worse Mental Health Media Exploitation of Ted Cruz's Daughter Shows Why Kids Shouldn't Have Smart...

Jonathon looks at how the transgender movement and gender ideology influenced voter decisions and contributed to Donald Trump’s sweeping victory in swing states. He examines the Democrat’s internal conflicts, media reactions, and notable figures’ responses, like those of AOC and late-night host John Oliver.  He also looks at the role of Elon Musk’s political evolution following his son’s transitio...