The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

With Trudeau by his side, Ukraine's Zelensky says his country's counter-offensive against Russia has begun.  But very little is known about just how the fight is going.  Brian Stewart explains why and assesses what we know so far.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dr Janice Stein is with us again on our regular spin around the world to note the stories we are missing when our focus is consumed only by the major stories of the day.  On today's list, among others, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Iran, Poland, Israel and Haiti.   And then if you are a frequent flier, an "endbit" worth keeping in mind for your next flight. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June is Pride month in Canada but is the story different this year.  Especially when it comes to the link between politics and Pride, the organization representing LGBTQ rights. The question is just how different are we compared to our US neighbours?  Plus a rundown of where the five political parties are on the national landscape as the summer of 23 begins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It was a busy week managing the incoming letter's file as you had a lot to say about Moore-Butts Conversation #9 and particularly the issue of political messaging. There were also some climate change thoughts brought up with comments on the wildfires, and some memories about D-Day. Plus the Random Ranter drops by with some sage advice for all politicians. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the smoke from Canadian wildfires descends on major parts of the United States the debate intensifies about the impacts of climate change.  Bruce is by with his thoughts on that plus the David Johnston affairs, and is Donald Trump about to shed whatever is left of his Teflon image?   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The great correspondent Brian Stewart has been with us almost every Tuesday for the past year.  His commentary has been about Ukraine but today we look back to another famous June 6 and that of course was in 1944, D-Day.  Both Brian and I have been to the Normandy beaches many times and today is all about remembering.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The latest from two political veterans is another winner.  Why do politicians say the things they say -- are they deliberately trying to mirror the views of potential supporters and if so is the message going through a generational change?  Conservative James Moore and Liberal Gerald Butts are back for their last conversation before the summer break. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The RCMP is going to set up special units to protect politicians and senior civil servants. What has the country become that has led to this? Bruce and Chantal have their thoughts on that plus the latest on the David Johnston story and whether he can carry on with his job. Also what to believe about the latest poll showing the Conservatives may have reason to be concerned about their position in their fight for power. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lots of issues from your letters this week starting with an important warning from my trucker friend in the Maritimes.  The forest fire problem in that region could get a lot worse before it gets better.  Also thoughts about our guests this week and one very much in particular. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It looked like the NDP leader was in a political jam criticizing the government while at the same time propping it up.  But someone, maybe Jagmeet Singh himself, came up with a great line to get himself to safe ground.  Bruce does his SMT analysis on that plus the Alberta election and artificial intelligence too.  Lots to listen to this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.