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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 www.thepetermansbridge.com

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The Bridge is available through SiriusXM, through podcasts and through some episodes are available as well on YouTube. We started in the fall of 2019 and today marks a milestone -- twenty million downloads. We're proud of that number and toot our own... more

There have been four floor crossers in four months. One poll shows about 75 % of Canadians want floor crossers to seek re-election, sit as independents, or quit after abandoning the party they ran for during the election. James Moore and Gerald Butts... more

Donald Trump keeps saying the US and Israel are ahead of schedule in their war against Iran. Do they have the strategy? So far that seems in doubt. Dr. Janice Stein from the Munk School at U of T has her take on where things stand during her regular ... more

Donald Trump's miscalculations on the impact of a war in Iran go well beyond the priceĀ of oil, and if the war doesn't end soon, we're all, Canada included,Ā going to feel it.Ā  Bruce Anderson and Chantal Hebert join for the regular Friday Good Talk, wh... more

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Recent Guests

James Moore
Former federal cabinet minister in the Stephen Harper government
Canadian politics
Episode: Moore Butts -- The Impact of Politics in Sports
Gerald Butts
Former principal secretary to Justin Trudeau after the 2015 election
Canadian politics
Episode: Moore Butts -- The Impact of Politics in Sports
Pierre Poilievre
Leader of the Opposition, Conservative Party of Canada
Conservative Party of Canada
Episode: Pierre Poilievre -- The Interview
Jerry Butts
Former Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister
Formerly Liberal Party of Canada
Episode: Moore Butts Encore - How Do You Explain Last Week?
Dr. Adam Lajeunesse
Expert on Arctic and maritime security, Fulbright scholar, and associate professor
St. Francis Xavier University
Episode: Who and What Is Underwater in Canada's Arctic?
Lyse Doucet
BBC's chief international correspondent and author
BBC
Episode: A Wednesday Special ... with the BBC's Lyse Doucet
Brian Stewart
Former foreign correspondent for the CBC and author of 'On The Ground: My Life as a Foreign Correspondent'
Simon and Schuster
Episode: Two Authors, Two Great Books - A Wednesday Special
Halina St. James
Journalist and author of 'The Golden Daughter'
House of Anansi Press
Episode: Two Authors, Two Great Books - A Wednesday Special
Katharine Hayhoe
Professor at Texas Tech University and climate expert.
Texas Tech University
Episode: What Happens To The Fight Against Climate Change Now? - Encore

Host

Peter Mansbridge
Host with extensive experience in journalism, known for his calm demeanor and insightful commentary on political matters.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.3k ratings
  • Epstein episode

    Janice Stein is a clown

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dtmmath
    Canadaa month ago
  • Raj Rousseau

    Another insightful view into Canadian politics from the perspective of three outstanding journalists. I am thankful that Peter Mansbridge continues to contribute to Canadian public discourse.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobbell100
    Canadaa month ago
  • Thoughtful analysis

    Excellent show Peter you are greatly aided by having Chantal and Janice on your podcast šŸ˜šŸ‘

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bfd313@@
    Canadaa month ago
  • Alberta separation

    Dear Ranter…Do you have the courage to criticize Quebec separation?

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Steve Fo
    Canadaa month ago
  • Good Talk

    Excellent Friday afternoon listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kuper345
    Canada2 months ago

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Listeners commend the insightful and informed discussions surrounding Canadian politics and appreciate the depth of analysis provided by the host and guests. Many express gratitude for the engaging format and the diverse perspectives shared, making the podcast an essential part of their understanding of current events.
Critics, however, sometimes mention a perceived bias in viewpoints expressed, indicating a desire for broader representation of opinions. There are occasional remarks on the quality of presentation, particularly about the host's verbosity. Overall, feedback skews positively, highlighting quality discussions and informative content.

Chart Rankings

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Spotify
#92
Canada/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#86
Canada/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#22
Canada/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#2
Canada/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#5
Canada/News
Apple Podcasts
#248
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After the Assassinated Father Comes The Son -- Is It All About Revenge Now?
Q: What should Canada's position be on the Iran war, and how might it end?
Dr. Stein suggests Canada should consider a cautious, values-based stance that weighs allied security commitments and the risk to civilians, while acknowledging the limits of Canada's direct military capabilities in the region; the ending could hinge on a combination of diplomatic pressure, regional power dynamics, and credible signals that avoid escalating to a broader conflict.
Good Talk -- Is It Really A New Pierre Poilievre?
Q: Is the new Poilievre that we're seeing, starting to see, and we saw quite a bit of it yesterday real or is it too soon to tell?
It's too soon to tell because it could have been this change in tone, could have started with the speech at the leadership review convention, and it didn't.
Good Talk -- Is It Really A New Pierre Poilievre?
Q: Was this the same Poilievre you saw a year ago, or is this a new Poilievre and is it a real one?
It's better to have our two large party leaders, national party leaders, talking about the same issue so that voters can have a chance to hear two different ways of thinking about these things.
Your Turn -- Ask Me Anything, Plus The Random Ranter
Q: If you could interview Mark Carney, what's the one big question you would love to ask him?
I'd love to have the opportunity to think about asking him a significant question when I actually interview him.
Your Turn -- Ask Me Anything, Plus The Random Ranter
Q: Do you think there is a pro-liberal party bias in Canadian media?
I do not agree; the Canadian media is not a monolith and operates differently across various companies.

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1. James Moore
2. Gerald Butts
3. Pierre Poilievre
4. Jerry Butts
5. Dr. Adam Lajeunesse
6. Lyse Doucet
7. Brian Stewart
8. Halina St. James

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