The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on October 3rd. They’re back! James Moore and Gerald Butts are back by popular demand. The two experienced political observers drop their partisan positions (or sure try) to give us their take. This time the conversation is about what happens and what needs to happen inside a party when a new leader takes power.  Hosted by Simplecast...

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on October 24th. Kathleen Petty joins us from Calgary to talk about the new Alberta Premier and Dr Isaac Bogoch calls in from his hospital job to talk about where things really stand on the latest Covid wave.  Plus, some "Good Housekeeping" tips on pumpkin carving.  Seriously. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz...

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 10th. Some truly wonderful and sometimes emotional letters from you, listeners to The Bridge, about what Remembrance Day means to you.  Even the Random Ranter gets in on the act with his thoughts.  It's a special show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and u...

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on November 21st. With the holiday season unfolding in front of us, these are the busiest days for the book-buying business.  The man who used to be the most powerful person in the publishing world, Brad Martin, joins us to talk about the ins and outs of his business.  Also a fabulous story about political opponents who show how thin...

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on September 14th. Pierre Poilievre's first meeting with the media didn't go that well for either Poilievre or the media.  What should be taken from the encounter?  And can anyone win the political long game by attacking the media? And what would an SMT be without a little Donald Trump? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on September 19h. The long goodbye for Queen Elizabeth is over with her body now on its way to its final resting place at Windsor Castle.  The end of an historic ten-day period since her passing.  Today the Bridge deals with that with Andrew MacDougall joining us from London.  But today's program also deals with issues surrounding jo...

 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 Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collectio...

Its year-end time both for you through Your Turn and through the Random Ranter.   And this is a very different Ranter, so get ready! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce’s take on the by election outcome versus the reality of national opinion.  Also should the first ministers sit down on camera and do battle on health care?  And farewell to Jim Carr. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

With the year-end in sight, Brian Stewart's regular weekly commentary on the war in Ukraine takes a twist: questions for him from you.  Including my favourite, "Brian what's your favourite book on war?"  Plus 2022 has been a year of records, we list some of them. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertis...

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 Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

Bruce and Chantal discuss the decision by Pierre Poilievre to scrum with the parliamentary press gallery after months of ignoring them. Why? And debating the Auditor General's power and impact.  Plus when is a Greenbelt green and not grey? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Ranter (should he be formerly known as "Random") has his take on the gun issue and so do you with Your Turn.  Plus a lot of other issues from why red and blue in US politics, to Donald Trump.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Liberals have introduced amendments to their Gun Legislation that have caused major opposition -- was that the plan all along? The Democrats win Georgia -- so what does that mean for Donald Trump? And if you're wondering, we are dealing with the AG's report on COVID spending on Good Talk on Friday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti...

If you thought trench warfare was something for the history books, think again.  Just look at Ukraine.  Brian Stewart brings us his regular Tuesday commentary on the latest on the Russian invasion of Ukraine.  Also a great little story on End bits from the remotest part of the South Atlantic. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

Will and Kate versus Harry and Meaghan.  How serious is the royal battle and what damage will it cause?  And can King Charles do anything to fix it.  And, who cares anyway?  Royal commentator Bonnie Brownlee is our guest. But first a story about Carey Price you probably did not know. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of perso...

Bruce takes liberties and renames the Alberta Sovereignty Act in a lively discussion about the latest apparent blunder by Alberta's new government.  But first Bruce and Chantal discuss new data about Canadian's feelings towards the convoy Inquiry -- did any minds change? Plus, Oath to the King -- yes or no? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our col...

Lots of different issues on your mind this week from the convoy inquiry to safe injection sites to the tasty benefits of SPAM.  And the Random Ranter is back with his take on each of Canada's major national leaders -- he doesn't hold back. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is the Alberta Sovereignty Act all hat and no cattle? Is Ottawa's response just performative?  A classic Smoke, Mirrors and The Truth as Bruce Anderson joins for our regular Wednesday SMT. Plus Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What a difference a year makes.  Remember when autocracies had the edge on democracies -- that was in January.  What about now?  And then Brian Stewart joins with his regular weekly commentary with some news about Poland and its stature in Europe.  Plus "endbits" you won't soon forget. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of per...

There's a story behind that title above and you'll hear it on today's podcast.  As for China, how serious is the situation for China's President Xi and is the world prepared for what might happen?  Plus, new stories about air travel, words of the year, and all-time book-selling leaders.  Sound like SPAM? We have that too! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informatio...

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 story being glossed over? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.co...

Lots of your thoughts on the book business following our episode earlier in the week. Plus the convoy inquiry.  And then The Random Ranter returns with his thoughts on safe injection sites.  He doesn't hold back on a topic that often causes strong feelings. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino tells the convoy inquiry about the moment that was key for him as the Emergencies Act was about to be introduced to end the protest. Also, has Pierre Poilievre's statements on safe injection sites caused him new problems?  Bruce Anderson and SMT has some answers.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collect...