The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

The passing of a cultural icon prompted a lot of emotional reactions from across the country this week. A surprising amount considering many mentioned they had never heard of the person whose memory was being marked. And the Ranter begins a three part series on advice for the nation's political leaders. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It is the morning after the day before, or in other terms, the day after the FES, the Fall Economic Statement. Was it a good day or a bad day for the Liberals as they try to climb out of their double-digit deficit to the Conservatives in the opinion polls? Bruce is here for a spirited discussion about that. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Peter Mansbridge and Mark Boulgutche discuss their new book 'How Canada Works' which emphasizes the importance of everyday jobs. They explore the impact of parole board members on public safety and challenge misconceptions. The significance of various professions and surprising facts are also discussed. The importance of recognizing unsung heroes and preserving tradition is highlighted.

Dr Janice Stein is with us again after a weekend of informative discussions at the Halifax International Security Conference. Janice shares with us some of what she heard and what she learned on both the Middle East situation and the war in Ukraine. The road ahead on both is not going to be easy or short. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on the podcast, Karl Tremblay is remembered as a Canadian cultural icon. The hosts discuss the emotional impact of devastating news in Quebec and the universality of Tremblay's songs. They also delve into the divisions within the liberal and NDP parties caused by the Israel Hamas conflict. The challenges of distinguishing real vs fake information amidst rising anti-Semitism are explored. Additionally, the split opinions in newsrooms and speculations on the economic statement and pharmacare are discussed, along with the debate over single payer pharmacare between the Liberal and NDP parties.

Is it the issue of our times or is it the forgotten issue of our times?  Climate change.  You had lots to say about comments we made yesterday on SMT and today you get the Bridge to air your thoughts.  Plus the Random Ranter is by with his take on the "axing the taxing" debate. And some special letters about your feelings on last week's Your Turn on Remembrance Day. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The podcast discusses the changing mood in Ottawa due to recent polls. It explores the struggles of the liberal party and the need for them to improve their competitiveness. The complexity of climate change and its overshadowing by other issues is also examined. The erosion of civility in American politics, attributed to former President Trump, is explored. The changing mood in Ottawa and the role of social media in politics are discussed, along with the upcoming election.

The Israel-Hamas war is in its fortieth day and new information from the Committee To Protect Journalists says 44 journalists have been killed during that time period.  Why is this war so dangerous for journalists?  We'll touch on that plus a series of other wide-ranging issues from climate change to artificial intelligence.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The debate around "pause" versus "ceasefire" continues but meanwhile, people are still dying in the Israel-Hamas war. Janice Stein is with us for what has become her regular Monday briefing on where the conflict stands. Plus her thoughts on a new a study into Canada's role in the Afghan war and why very few people can get their hands on the report. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The podcast discusses the fragility of the NDP's deal and the potential consequences of canceling it. They also explore the pressure on the Liberals and Trudeau, including the potential entry of Mark Carney into politics. The host reflects on a previous episode and announces the upcoming book tour for How Canada Works.