The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Brian Stewart breaks down the story on General Valery Gerasimov  --- who is he? why do his opponents respect him? and could he make a difference in the Russian war with Ukraine?  Plus, an easy way to make a million dollars.  Okay, maybe not that easy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With issues surrounding what you are allowed to read in some American schools, some Canadians may be surprised there are similar issues in Canada.  That's why next month will include "A Freedom to Read" week.  An important discussion on that today with the CEO of the Halifax Public Libraries, Asa Kachan.  Plus, what you should actually believe about expiration dates?  An end bit worth its name! Ho...

For months, Pierre Poilievre has been saying Canada feels like it's broken and it's all Justin Trudeau's fault. Is it?  Chantal and Bruce have their say.  Did Trudeau's cabinet retreat make a difference for that party's future?  And Danielle Smith makes an opening to Ottawa - what to make of that.  Good Talk for this week! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informati...

Your take on a variety of this week's issues from trust in media, to the Dominc Barton interview to the Ranter's Rant on doctors.  And then the Ranter puts his thoughts together on what he thinks his the sorry state of affairs at the NHL. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Liberal Cabinet meets in retreat to plan the year ahead - what's the plan and can it work?  Bruce is by with that and a lot more from tanks to corruption to Trump, it's all here! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In his regular Tuesday commentary on Ukraine, Brian Stewart details why the Ukrainian army so covets the German-made Leopard Two tank and whether Canada will send some of its contingent to the war.  But first a new study on "trust in the media" has some disturbing findings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data f...

He's the internationally known Canadian at the centre of two big stories -- the negotiations that led to the release of the two Michaels, and the controversy over consultancy fees that are leading to a parliamentary committee.  Dominic Barton, Canada's former ambassador to China, and the former global managing partner of McKinsey is our guest for the full show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

Rob Russo sits in for Bruce this week as he joins Chantal for more on health care, and an intriguing suggestion of what Justin Trudeau may be up to with his cabinet.  But leading the show, what does the resignation of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern say about the pressures of leadership? That plus the NDP, and the latest threat to pull the plug on support for the government. Hosted by Si...

You were still on this week about the Ranters suggestion that we all pay higher taxes. But he's moved on by going after doctors.  Seriously.  Also your thoughts on a wide range of issues from Ukraine to Centurions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It happened a few days ago but some interesting moments during an interview Pierre Poilievre had on Winnipeg regional television.  He talks about his press availability and his climate position.  Both reveal to Bruce Anderson more about the kind of leader he is and will be.  Also, more on Bill Morneau and Justin Trudeau. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information...

It's our regular Tuesday commentary from Brian Stewart on the Ukraine-Russia war with new insights on the disarray inside the Russian military.  But first some encouraging news on Covid -- is the expected January surge just a bump?  New evidence in the US suggests it is. Plus, if you've ever been bothered by your employer on your holidays, you'll want to hear this story! Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

With all the attention placed on Ukraine and Russia In the past year, "what are we missing" with developments in the rest of the world?  Foreign affairs analyst Dr Janice Stein takes on a global tour of ten countries we should be watching. And a note on the passing of a journalistic great, Bernard  Kalb. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collec...

Chantal and Bruce explore the new hints that there could be progress between Ottawa and two key provinces on finding a deal on health care for the future.  And, an intriguing new idea from BC on a key issue concerning housing.  Two huge issues for Canadians that register much higher than many of the other topics we often discuss.  Also, Bill Morneau's new book -- is there anything to learn from th...

You pounce on my inability to remember a movie title by pouring in the mail with the answer.  Your Turn on everything from taxes to F-35s, and then The Random Ranter enters the discussion on Ukraine calling on the west to supply the resistance with much better equipment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for...

Bruce Anderson grab-bag from cameras in the House, to the F-35 huge price tag, to Nexus cards to Danielle Smith.  Smoke Mirrors and The Truth and lots to discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Six months after we thought the era of the tank was over, tanks are now what the Ukrainians are begging for .. and it looks like they're about to get them.   Brian Stewart is with us with his regular Tuesday commentary.  Also in this episode, the battle against aging -- is there a new front opening up? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

We may be titillated by Prince Harry but will we be infected by a new wave of Covid? Two interesting topics and you can count on The Bridge to do them both on this Monday. Two great guests two good topics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The former Conservative leader is back and he's got people talking.  Bruce and Chantal have their views on that. Plus, are government-paid consultants taking the place of public servants?  And, is there going to be a cabinet shuffle, and if so, why? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lots of reactions to the Bob Woodward interview on Monday's The Bridge. Plus more of your thoughts on a variety of issues on this week's Your Turn.  And then the Random Ranter with his #1 new year's resolution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson has his take on the Kevin McCarthy mess in the United States. Far from the lock he thought it was McCarthy may have blown his chance to be Speaker, and Bruce sees lessons for all in what's happening.  Also looking ahead to the 2023 challenges for each of Canada's three main national parties. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our coll...

A terrifying moment on Monday Night Football last night left players in tears and embracing their opponents.  And in a little village in Brazil a nation and a world mourns.  Two examples of how sports bring us together.  And Brian Stewart is by with his regular Tuesday commentary on the war in Ukraine -- this week's thoughts focus on the road ahead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pc...

Watergate and Richard Nixon brought him fame, and fifty years later Bob Woodward is still doing the journalism that is chasing another U.S. President.  A wide-ranging interview to kick off another year of The Bridge -- Woodward's take on everything from Donald Trump to the state of the media. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on December 16th. A different kind of year-ender as Bruce and Chantal focus on how 2022 may have changed our sense of democracy, leadership and country.  And yes, we'll still have the predictable best this and that of '22 but we wanted to use most of our time to discuss some of the big issues that make Canada, Canada! Hosted by Simpl...

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on November 25th. Journalists spent a lot of the past weeks covering the convoy commission but was the public actually following the story?  Chantal and Bruce have a lot to say about the commission as it wraps up its major witness phase this week.  What did we learn?  What difference will it make? And the World Cup -- is the real sto...

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on October 12th. Former Conservative cabinet minister James Moore and former Trudeau principal secretary Gerald Butts pick up their conversation again, this time on a year-ender.  Dropping their natural partisanship for our benefit, James and Gerry look at the top stories of the year from the perspective only they can give. Hosted by...