The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

I asked for your stories about your family's connection to Remembrance Day. I wasn't sure what to expect but the emails just poured in. Today's episode is all you, and your stories. These represent some of the best of what you sent but there were lots more that could have easily made the cut! 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 significance of polls in the American context, highlighting Joe Biden's performance. It also covers the importance of voter turnout in recent off-year elections, the diminishing popularity of Sunday morning shows, and the controversy surrounding a politician's appearance on a controversial news show.

It’s an old saying but perhaps truer today than ever. Dr Samantha Nutt from War Child Canada has seen it all in sone of the most desperate corners of the world. And what frustrates her almost more than anything else if the fact that many countries just don’t learn the lessons of our history. She’s our guest for this conversation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Some stunning remarks from the head of the Ukrainian military have analysts around the world wondering whether Ukraine has decided no one can win its war with Russia. At the same time questions are now being raised about whether, in spite of its military advantage, Israel can "defeat" Hamas.  Janice Stein is with us again for her regular Monday visit. 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 heating oil controversy, Trudeau's weakened leadership, public animus towards Trudeau, news fatigue vs. hatred of Trudeau, voter disillusionment, and instability within the governing party.

Why am I not surprised? You had a lot to say about the Trudeau government's decision to change course, for three years anyway, on its carbon tax plan. The Random Ranter joins in too. Plus your thoughts on the Middle East, the CBC, and a lot more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Discussing the repercussions of Trudeau's carbon tax decision, including its fairness and potential consequences. Exploring the strategy of tying government benefits to voting and critiquing Pierre Polioff's leadership. Emphasizing the importance of backing up claims with evidence and addressing the conservatives' lack of a climate change policy.

A major speech by the foreign affairs minister yesterday prompts questions about whether this marks a shift in Canada's overall position on foreign policy.  While most of the attention the speech received was about what Canada wants to see in the current Middle East conflict, there is more to talk about. So we spend a few minutes with former diplomat Colin Robertson on what he takes from what was said by Melanie Joly.  And as promised, a major catch-up on the "end bits" front, from energy, to health care, to pay phones! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Janice Stein is with us again for an important conversation that goes beyond the headlines in the Israel-Hamas war. Context is everything in the Middle East and that’s the goal of this week’s discussion. We start on the mic talked about hostages for prisoners swap. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The carbon tax has been a signature part of the Liberal's climate change policy but last night may have been the beginning of the end of that signature.  Bruce and Chantal have their thoughts on the prime minister's latest move on the energy front and wonder what might be next. That plus another good discussion on the national implications already coming out as a result of Alberta's plan for its own pension plan. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.