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The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

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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

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00:52:29

GOOD TALK -- THE 2025 SUMMER SPECIAL #1

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/07/25

The statistics are pretty impressive. Canadians are staying home or at least they are staying away from the U.S. in this summer of 2025. This doesn't look like a one off, it could become generational. The deadline for a new trade deal between Canada and the U.S. is one week from today, what are the chances? Chantal Hebert and Bruce Anderson are here for our first of the summer's Good Talk specials.

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00:45:35

Moore Butts Conversation -- Does Elon Musk Have The...

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/07/23

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on February 18th. The Moore Butts combo is back with a big question -- how do you cut government waste and does Elon Musk have the answer? James Moore, the former Conservative cabinet minister. Gerald Butts, the former Liberal top strategist, get back together on their long running series here on The Bridge to tackle this question.

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00:47:22

Moore Butts Conversation #18 -- Advice for The Rocky...

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/07/16

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on January 6th. We are living in strange political times where advice is critical. So who better to get it from than the two political pros who visit the Bridge regularly. And today its advice with a twist from former Conservative cabinet minister James Moore and former Liberal senior strategist Gerald Butts. The twist? Their advice for their political foes -- James for the Liberals, Gerry for the Conservatives.

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00:42:32

Moore Butts #17. How Can You Tell When A Parliament...

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/07/09

Today an encore presentation of an episode that last aired on September 30th. Former Conservative Cabinet Minister James Moore and former Liberal insider Gerald Butts get together for another of their popular conversations. This time the issue is the current minority Parliament and whether it can survive much longer. They are very blunt about that question!

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00:47:34

Moore Butts #16 - What Do Politicians Really Think of...

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/07/02

An encore of today's topic revolves around the relationship between politicians and reporters.

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00:54:19

Good Talk -- "Get 'R Done" ... At What Cost? - Encore

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/25

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on June 20th. The rush to get to nation-building projects has seen at least two governments, Ottawa and Queen's Park in Ontario, push for legislation that will speed the process along. That has caused some concern by those who feel the push may be too fast. Chantal Hebert and Rob Russo are here to talk about that and much more.

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00:53:39

Good Talk -- "Get 'R Done" ... At What Cost?

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/20

The rush to get to nation-building projects has seen at least two governments, Ottawa and Queen's Park in Ontario, push for legislation that will speed the process along. That has caused some concern by those who feel the push may be too fast. Chantal Hebert and Rob Russo are here to talk about that and much more.

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00:47:19

Your Turn -- What Are Your Summer Plans?

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/19

On this, the final week before the summer break for The Bridge, your letters about your summer plans. In many ways, the letters reveal how Canadians perceive their homeland in the summer of 2025. Plus, the Random Ranter is here with his latest idea for a better housing plan for Canada.

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00:39:54

What Happens To The Fight Against Climate Change Now?...

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/18

Today an encore presentation of an episode that originally aired on November 19th. A lot of things changed in our world on the night of November 5th when Donald Trump won the US Presidency and began his journey back to the White House. What about climate change? Will concerns about it drop off the radar seeing as many in the new administration are climate deniers? Professor Katharine Hayhoe, an atmospheric scientist who teaches at Texas Tech, makes a return to the Bridge to talk about the latest on

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00:43:16

SMT -- The G7 As Trump Leaves Early

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/17

Trump steals the headlines as he skips out early to deal with the Middle East crisis from home. Does that matter?

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00:44:43

Israel & Iran Attack Each Other, the World Pauses &...

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/16

It's a very dangerous moment as Israel attacks Iran and Iran responds by attacking Israel. What could happen next, and where will it all lead?

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00:52:29

Good Talk -- Did The G7 Just Get Derailed?

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/13

The new Carney government is making a lot of commitments and they all add up, but where's the money coming from to pay for it all?

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00:52:11

Your Turn -- In Honour of Father's

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/12

With Father's Day coming up, your thoughts about your father in particular. The Random Ranter is here too but his message is very different.

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00:47:06

Ladies and Gentlemen, Rick Mercer - Encore

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/11

An encore of Canadian author, comedian Rick Mercer. If he was still doing his famous rants today what and whom would he be ranting about?

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00:42:12

Smoke Mirrors and The Truth -- Carney Ups Defence...

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/10

It's taken a long time, but it looks like Canada is finally going to commit two percent of its GDP to defence spending.

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00:47:21

Is Canada Ready, If It Had To Be, To Go To War?

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/09

With the Ukraine war, the emergence of drones as a major weapon & the demand for new defence spending in the Western alliance, there's a lot to talk about.

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00:52:29

Good Talk -- Carney and Trump -- What's Going On?

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/06

Nothing usually ends well when you get into a relationship with Donald Trump. Just ask Elon Musk.

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00:48:35

Your Turn - What's Your Nation Building Project?

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/05

The prime minister & premiers are seeking national projects that will inspire the country & laying the groundwork for a future powerhouse.

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00:32:26

Comparing The Wildfires in Jasper & Los Angeles - Encore

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/04

An encore of Journalist Matthew Scace on his book, "Jasper on Fire: Five Days of Hell in a Rocky Mountain Paradise".

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00:42:03

SMT - How Real Were All Those Smiles and Hugs...

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge ·

2025/06/03

Spark President Perry Tsergas sitting in this week. Niigaan Sinclair joins to talk history, about the now defunct Hudson Bay Company.

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