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The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

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The Bridge reflects on the issues of the day, covering topics such as politics, public health, technology, and more. Find out more at https://www.thepetermansbridge.com

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Where Did All The Airplanes Go? And Some Encouraging News On A Vaccine. 12.05.2020 28:22

If you know me you know I Iove airplanes and airliners - so not surprisingly I'm worried about the future for both. And vaccines -- what's the latest? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Would You Rather Work From Home Or At The Office? Lessons Of The Pandemic. 11.05.2020 25:47

Plus, my list of things eight weeks at home have taught me about myself. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Weekend Special #8 - Your Thoughts, Comments and Questions As We Stay Calm and Carry On. 08.05.2020 47:29

Another week of really smart letters from many of you that I get the pleasure of reading for everyone's benefit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What's This Picture Got To Do With A Podcast On The Pandemic -- You Might Be Surprised -- I Was. 07.05.2020 26:51

But first, is there actually serious talk in Ottawa about an election? Beware. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Reopening Debate Is Underway -- But Don't Forget Your Mask! 06.05.2020 31:14

After two days of special podcasts on topics other than COVID-19 it's back to that matter at hand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

"The Only Thing To Fear, Is .... (pause for affect).... Fear Itself. 05.05.2020 24:11

Looking for lessons in crisis leadership? Look no further than 1933. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 5th Is A Day To Remember And Here's Why 04.05.2020 22:57

Seventy five years on, and why the Dutch never forget. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Weekend Special #7 - Your Questions, Comments And Thoughts As We Keep On Carrying On! 01.05.2020 45:38

We're into May now, and your letters keep on coming. My favourite pod of the week! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Getting Masks, Gloves, And Gowns Out Of China -- The Supply Chain Is Finally Starting To Move 30.04.2020 21:14

News on the movement of PPE, Questions for you about school, And a deeply personal story that had me thinking a lot today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gotta Love THESE Snowbirds - Ready To Salute Our Heroes! 29.04.2020 25:30

A new way to thank our front line heroes -- by taking to the skies. Plus, the promised feature interview on whether COVID-19 has given us reason to redefine our relationship with the United States. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Will Covid Kill Cash? Is The Cashless Society Finally Here? 28.04.2020 25:26

And will you ever get on an airliner again -- the difficult decisions ahead for the world's airlines. And how will the planet handle the virus when it hits the poorest countries in the world? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Puck Drops Here -- Or Does It? From The Stratford Festival To The NHL, Reopening Is Difficult. 27.04.2020 29:14

Hockey Night in Podcastland -- a "bridge daily" special which shows just what a jock I am! Joined by my friends John Shannon and Gord Miller. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Weekend Special #6 -- Staying Calm And Carrying On! 24.04.2020 34:39

Another mailbag of great thoughts, comments and questions from you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some Leaders Just Tell The Truth. Period. No Spin, No Lies. 23.04.2020 24:00

She does it again ... straight talk from Angela Merkel. We should all take note. Plus Saskatchewan outlines its reopen plan, and a feature interview on how the charities we depend on are in deep trouble because of the virus crisis. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Was This Poem Really Written During The 1918 Flu Or Are Its Origins Much More Recent? 22.04.2020 25:00

Is she the Poet Laureate of a 1869 cholera pandemic, the 1918 "Spanish flu" or Covid-19? That and thoughts About Returning To School. Plus what is it about "testing, testing, testing" that we still don't get? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Spectacular Sunsets Can Help Soothe The Soul, And We All Need That These Days. 21.04.2020 26:31

A story of how small our world is will start tonight's podcast, and then a special interview on a very different issue that will affect us all. I'm joined by Heather Reisman who runs the Indigo retail chain with about 200 stores across the country. They're all in lockdown but when they and thousands of other stores finally reopen there's a lot at stake and Heather gives us a glimpse into the decis...

Sometimes There Are Just No Words - We Love You Nova Scotia 20.04.2020 25:56

The tragedy in Nova Scotia gives us pause for a moment before we continue our focus on the virus. Tonight, some thoughts on where the virus came from, and a feature interview on how the media has done and is doing its job. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Weekend Special #5 -- Your Questions, Comments And Thoughts As We Stay Calm and Carry On 17.04.2020 39:16

I love your emails and there were lots of good ones again this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Canadian Search For A Vaccine -- You Don't Want To Miss This. 16.04.2020 22:07

Tonight the inside story of a busy research lab in Saskatoon and its part of a world wide race to stop a killer. These people are heroes too. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What Will Our World Look Like After This Is All Over? 15.04.2020 23:52

A lot of people are trying to predict the future these days convinced that what we are witnessing now will change everything about the way we live. Tonight a special discussion about that with someone who studies forecasting, journalist and author Dan Gardner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

Despair, Hope And A Little Laugh ... All Right Here. 14.04.2020 21:46

Half of the country's Covid-19 deaths have happened in long term care facilities exposing a serious problem in the way Canada cares for its elderly. Will this disaster force change? That's the primary focus tonight, but we'll also make room for some hope and a smile. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for adve...

"Just Watch Me" - Is This The Way You Want To See Leaders Questioned During The Coronavirus Crisis? 13.04.2020 28:50

Some leaders, including Justin Trudeau and Donald Trump, are appearing almost daily during the COVID-19 crisis. Others from countries around the world are appearing a lot less. What's appropriate and what do past crises tell us about past practice? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Weekend Special #4 - The Easter Edition of Your Thoughts, Questions and Comments! 10.04.2020 43:51

You never fail me with your great emails and the weekends are for you! Stay healthy, stay safe and stay at home. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After A Month Of This Crisis - How Do You Feel About The Role of Government in Your Life? 09.04.2020 25:57

One of the first major studies of how we are reacting to the Covid-19 crisis sheds some interesting light on how we may be changing our attitudes towards the role of government. One of the study's main analysts is our guest tonight - Bruce Anderson, the chair of Abacus Data. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data...

Really Peter? Albert Speer Left Us An Isolation Idea? 08.04.2020 20:13

We've all been looking at new and constructive ways to pass the isolation time. Who would have thought Albert Speer could pass along something useful? And its time to thank another profession -- think #ThankASeafarer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.