The Bridgehead

Texas father Jeff Younger shares his harrowing experience as his ex-wife transitions their son against his wishes. For over a decade, Younger has battled to save his child from so-called 'transgender medicine' practices, facing legal and personal hurdles. He also discusses broader issues of gender ideology, its impact on society, and the role of state and federal government (including Re...

Theologian and author Dr. Owen Strachan, joins Jonathon to discuss critical theory, the rise of antisemitism on the right & in the church, the allure of authoritarianism, and the rise of what Dr. Strachan calls “the woke right.” You can find Dr. Strachan on X, here: https://x.com/ostrachan  ————— You can find “The Bridgehead with Jonathon Van Maren” podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Rumble,...

Investigative journalists Jennifer Bilek and Brandon Showalter join Jonathon Van Maren to discuss the state of the trans movement in 2025 under the 2nd Trump administration. Jennifer Bilek is an investigative journalist who has tracked the funding of the gender industry for over a decade. She is author of the The 11th Hour, a platform highlighting the connections between technology, transsexualism...

Jonathon explores the unexpected rise in the importance of traditional family values in Alberta, as reflected by recent data from the CBC’s public opinion research poll. Next, Jonathon discusses the gradual extinction of the United Church of Canada, which has aligned more with the sexual revolution than Christianity itself. Finally Jonathon addresses a humorous yet concerning example of mainstream...

Jonathon discusses what children are exposed to during ‘Pride season’ and what their parents and the mainstream media are saying about it. Article links: https://www.huffpost.com/archive/ca/entry/pride-parade-kid-friendly_ca_5d013916e4b0dc17ef03287b?ncid=tweetlnkcahpmg00000002   https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2021/06/29/pride-month-kink-consent/ https://www.cbc.ca/parents/learning/view/7-t...

Jonathon delves into the tragic murder of Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim, and the ideas at play that brought about this cold-blooded attack. Jonathon explores the implications of the chant ‘globalize the Intifada,’ the recent surge in antisemitism, and the troubling acceptance of violence in response to perceived injustice among young people. You can watch the episode going over the Palestine...

Jonathon looks at the chilling parallels between Canada's current euthanasia practices & public rhetoric and those of the Nazi euthanasia regime.  We start with a disturbing story from Quebec involving the treatment of a young disabled woman and explore the frightening rhetoric used by radio commentators Luc Ferrandez and Nathalie Normandeau on 98.5 FM.  As we uncover the broader implicat...

Jonathon delves into how the media obscures critical information, focusing on 3 stories.  First, we look at Jake Tapper and Alex Thompson’s book detailing President Biden’s cognitive and physical decline, and how the press initially covered it up. Second, we look at Margaret Atwood and the media’s use of Orwellian language when it comes to so-called “book bans.” Third, we look at the CBC’s treatme...

Jonathon looks at the future of Canada’s Conservative Party and Pierre Poilievre’s approach in the aftermath of the 2025 election. He looks at recent objections and CPC self-flagellation claiming that the party’s ideological stance and leadership was “too extreme.”  The discussion covers a range of topics, from Canada’s social policies, including issues of gender, LGBTQ+ rights, and abortion, to b...

 Jonathon conducts a post-mortem of the Canadian election and the results that leave many baffled: why were the Liberals just elected for a 4th consecutive term? Jonathon goes over the real reasons for the election results, covers the good news of the election, and looks at what our neighbours to the south are saying about Canadian conservatives. Previous Coverage on Religious Charitable Status: h...

Jonathon looks at the contentious issue of so-called “gender affirming care” for minors in Canada. He discusses the recent guidance from the Canadian Paediatric Society advocating for the affirmation of gender questioning youth, contrasting it with the findings of the Cass Review from the UK and policies in other countries that are scaling back on such treatments. Jonathon also looks at the steps...

There’s an imminent and largely unnoticed crisis facing Canadian churches: the potential removal of religious institutions’ tax-exempt status. Jonathon delves into the recent report from the Standing Committee on Finance and its recommendation to remove charitable status from organizations that exist for the “advancement of religion.” He breaks down the strategies used by the media and activists t...

Mike Schouten, Doug Sharpe, and Scott Hayward join Jonathon for a panel discussion on the 2025 Canadian federal election. The group discusses Canada’s “MAID” regime, the potential removal of charitable status for religious organizations, strategic voting, and whether the Conservatives could even reverse Trudeau’s policies implemented over the last 9 years. Resources: Mike Schouten: https://arpacan...

Jonathon shines a light on an incredibly important and under-discussed issue that no one is talking about: Canada's “MAID” regime and the implications for everyone who knows someone struggling with mental health. Links: Canadian Affairs Article on UN Committee: https://www.canadianaffairs.news/2025/03/30/extremely-concerned-un-tells-canada-to-stop-track-2-maid/ Full UN Committee Meeting: http...

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...