The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Will we ever get the questions swirling around the allegations against India answered?  And if so, who will answer them?  Bruce is here to try and sort out the key elements of a story that could be with us for quite some time. That plus the early reviews on Parliament's new fall session.

Two new investigations, one by journalists and the other by the UN, tell an ugly story.  Brian Stewart joins us to carefully go through two stories we don't hear much about but are very real.  One engineered by Ukraine, the other by Russia. Plus some opening comments about the Canada/India story.

Six months after her first appearance on The Bridge, Michelle Rempel Garner is back with her latest update on Canada's positioning on AI --  artificial intelligence.  Garner, the Conservative MP and former cabinet minister, is part of a multi-party group trying to prepare Canada for AI. One of the issues, should AI be regulated in Canada?  All that plus some good end bits on today's episode!

The fallout from the Liberal caucus and the potential for a cussfest between the Liberals and the Conservatives. The importance of improving the Liberal Party's game and taking a more aggressive and creative approach. The challenges faced by MPs during summer breaks and the expected mood as the House of Commons resumes. The potential transition of a political figure from attack dog to statesperson.

Topics include affordable housing, climate change effects, abandoned buildings, engagement with audience, politician accountability, book recommendations, and upcoming book tour.

Trudeau's declining support and internal party critics are discussed. Conservative convention impact on Trudeau's image. Trending 'I Will Not Comply' movement on COVID-19 safety measures. Impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden and unique dynamics in American politics.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the strained relationship between Biden and Zelensky, the concerns of an upswing in COVID cases and respiratory viruses, the benefits of multiple vaccines, and the inconsistencies among airlines in setting cabin temperatures.

In this episode, James Moore and Gerald Butts discuss the profitability of division in politics versus the losing strategy of unity. They explore the concept of compromise in leadership and politics, Canada's reputation in international meetings, and the challenges of conveying messages in a polarized society. The episode also touches on meteorological events, global warming, and upcoming topics.

Pierre Poilievre discusses the Conservatives' strong lead in the polls, while political experts Bruce and Chantal analyze the challenges and opportunities for a leader in this position. They also discuss the branding and transformation of Pierre Poetiev and the caution politicians should exercise when using family-related tactics. Additionally, the podcast touches on premiers' concerns over Bank of Canada's interest rates and the economic challenges faced by the bank.

The Random Ranter's return from the summer has him thinking about affordable housing and what may be needed to come up with an answer to a dilemma facing many Canadians. That in the middle of a Your Turn with lots of your thoughts on the housing situation.