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The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

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Feb 12, 2025 • 47min

"We Don't Have Plans To Invade Canada" Well, Isn't That Comforting. - Encore

An encore of Trump's National Security Adviser says he doesn't "think" his country has plans to invade Canada. 
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Feb 11, 2025 • 47min

Smoke Mirrors and the Truth -- The Art of The Pivot?

 Also, a feature interview with Jack Wang on his new WW2 novel, The Riveter. 
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Feb 10, 2025 • 47min

"We Don't Have Plans To Invade Canada"  Well, Isn't That Comforting.

Donald Trump's National Security Adviser says he doesn't "think" his country has plans to invade Canada. 
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Feb 7, 2025 • 52min

Good Talk -- Has Trump Just Put The Liberals Back In The Game?

The polls suggest it, the Liberals think it & the Conservatives look like they're trying to reposition because of it.
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Feb 6, 2025 • 52min

Your Turn -- You Are Angry, But What Are You Going To Do About It?

Listeners express rising frustration with U.S.-Canada trade relations and a desire for greater national sovereignty. Personal stories reveal economic impacts like healthcare concerns and tariffs. Many urge Canadians to engage politically to safeguard their interests amid U.S. political turmoil. Discussions highlight a growing sense of nationalism, calling for support of local economies and interprovincial cooperation. The podcast also critiques absurd political rhetoric and its implications on governance, emphasizing resilience and unity in navigating these challenges.
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Feb 5, 2025 • 42min

SMT - Who Blinked First -- Trump or Trudeau? - Encore

An encore of Bruce Anderson & Fred DeLorey go head to head on tariffs. Keith Boag with his non partisan take.
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Feb 4, 2025 • 43min

SMT - Who Blinked First -- Trump or Trudeau?

Political strategists Bruce Anderson and Fred DeLorey clash over tariffs and trade impacts between Canada and the U.S. They dissect whether Trump or Trudeau blinked first in recent negotiations. Keith Boag provides unbiased insights into the political nuances at play, including the surprising unity among Canadian parties amidst U.S. tensions. The discussion further shifts to Ontario's campaign dynamics shaped by trade issues, highlighting the evolving Liberal leadership race and the complex interprovincial trade challenges facing Canada.
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Feb 3, 2025 • 50min

The Trade War is On -- What's Trump Really Want?

 The trade war between Canada & the US is on, & suddenly, two long-standing friends seem like hard-core enemies.
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Jan 31, 2025 • 52min

Good Talk -- The Trump Tariffs Are Tomorrow -- Or Not

The looming tariffs threaten both Canadian and U.S. economies, paralleling the turmoil of the pandemic. Mark Carney's emerging leadership and carbon tax shifts stir political waters. Jagmeet Singh's uncertain stance poses challenges for the NDP's coherence amid calls for stability. Canada's crucial supply bill faces scrutiny, with high stakes for government funding. Finally, concerns about Canada’s international alliances emerge, highlighting the need for robust strategies to counteract potential isolation.
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Jan 30, 2025 • 51min

Your Turn -- How Do You Get Your News?

The Ranter drops his latest take on the developing trade war between Canada & the US, his view may surprise you.  

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