

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge
Manscorp Media Services
The Bridge reflects on the issues of the day, covering topics such as politics, public health, technology, and more.
Find out more at https://www.thepetermansbridge.com
Find out more at https://www.thepetermansbridge.com
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Oct 5, 2022 • 40min
SMT - Is The Voting System Fair?
Bruce is in the UK this week so not surprisingly he has a few things to say about the chaos the latest British Prime Minister finds herself in. Also, a little Donald Trump bashing just to stay consistent. But the big question revolves around electoral reform and whether it will ever happen here, especially after Monday's Quebec election results. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 4, 2022 • 41min
How Do You Respond To A Nuclear Threat?
It's another Brian Stewart Tuesday as the former war correspondent helps us put the various elements of the Ukraine War into context while giving us a little history at the same time. Plus, are the rich really getting richer? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Oct 3, 2022 • 48min
The Moore Butts Conversation #4
They’re back! James Moore and Gerald Butts are back by popular demand. The two experienced political observers drop their partisan positions (or sure try) to give us their take. This time the conversation is about what happens and what needs to happen inside a party when a new leader takes power. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Sep 30, 2022 • 52min
Good Talk - Inflation versus Climate Change, Who Wins?
Bruce is off for this week's Good Talk but Rob Russo fills in with Chantal. Is there reason for optimism with progress on Truth and Reconciliation? And in a fight between climate change and inflation who wins? Plus the Quebec election is next week and so is the search for a new premier in Alberta. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 29, 2022 • 41min
Your Turn - Your Comments, Plus The Latest From The Random Ranter
Lots of different questions, comments and ideas this week. Plus the Random Ranter takes a shot at a very popular Bridge topic: EV's! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 28, 2022 • 43min
SMT - From Covid to The Media To Italy
Bruce Anderson with his take on a potpourri of issues that really do the range. A new study on Covid in The US, questions about questions in the media; and wondering about fascism in Italy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 27, 2022 • 43min
A Misunderstanding Now Could Be Catastrophic
Brian Stewart is with us again after a critical week in the war over Ukraine. Threats and counter threats, especially ones involving nuclear weapons, have many people worried, including Brian. Also, today, how steps per day are important but so is the pace you do those steps. Plus the amazing weight of ants. That's right, the weight of ants! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 26, 2022 • 45min
Picking Up The Pieces
Some comments about the destruction of Fiona on Canada's east coast. Plus a new study from Mainstreet Research with results that suggest almost half of Canadians don't trust their media. And then, a feature interview to mark this week's National Day of Truth and Reconciliation on Friday. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Sep 23, 2022 • 52min
Good Talk -- The First Round: Trudeau vs Poilievre
After much pre-event discussion, the opening round of the Justin versus Pierre match took place and Chantal and Bruce have their scorecards ready. All this at the same time there's chatter about a new civility around Parliament. Any chance of that? All that and a lot more this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 22, 2022 • 52min
Your Turn -- From The Media to the Monarchy, And The Random Ranter Too.
Lots of comments and opinions from all parts of the country today as you weigh in on the issues of the day. Plus the Random Ranter, (with new music!), has his say too. Enjoy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


