The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

With all the attention placed on Ukraine and Russia In the past year, "what are we missing" with developments in the rest of the world?  Foreign affairs analyst Dr Janice Stein takes on a global tour of ten countries we should be watching. And a note on the passing of a journalistic great, Bernard  Kalb. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Chantal and Bruce explore the new hints that there could be progress between Ottawa and two key provinces on finding a deal on health care for the future.  And, an intriguing new idea from BC on a key issue concerning housing.  Two huge issues for Canadians that register much higher than many of the other topics we often discuss.  Also, Bill Morneau's new book -- is there anything to learn from the former finance minister's criticism of his former boss? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You pounce on my inability to remember a movie title by pouring in the mail with the answer.  Your Turn on everything from taxes to F-35s, and then The Random Ranter enters the discussion on Ukraine calling on the west to supply the resistance with much better equipment. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson grab-bag from cameras in the House, to the F-35 huge price tag, to Nexus cards to Danielle Smith.  Smoke Mirrors and The Truth and lots to discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Six months after we thought the era of the tank was over, tanks are now what the Ukrainians are begging for .. and it looks like they're about to get them.   Brian Stewart is with us with his regular Tuesday commentary.  Also in this episode, the battle against aging -- is there a new front opening up? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We may be titillated by Prince Harry but will we be infected by a new wave of Covid? Two interesting topics and you can count on The Bridge to do them both on this Monday. Two great guests two good topics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The former Conservative leader is back and he's got people talking.  Bruce and Chantal have their views on that. Plus, are government-paid consultants taking the place of public servants?  And, is there going to be a cabinet shuffle, and if so, why? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lots of reactions to the Bob Woodward interview on Monday's The Bridge. Plus more of your thoughts on a variety of issues on this week's Your Turn.  And then the Random Ranter with his #1 new year's resolution. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bruce Anderson has his take on the Kevin McCarthy mess in the United States. Far from the lock he thought it was McCarthy may have blown his chance to be Speaker, and Bruce sees lessons for all in what's happening.  Also looking ahead to the 2023 challenges for each of Canada's three main national parties. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A terrifying moment on Monday Night Football last night left players in tears and embracing their opponents.  And in a little village in Brazil a nation and a world mourns.  Two examples of how sports bring us together.  And Brian Stewart is by with his regular Tuesday commentary on the war in Ukraine -- this week's thoughts focus on the road ahead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.