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The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Manscorp Media Services 1478 Episodes Oct 22, 2026

The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge reflects on the issues of the day, covering topics such as politics, public health, technology, and more. Hosted by veteran Canadian journalist Peter Mansbridge, the podcast offers insightful analysis and interviews. It aims to provide a thoughtful perspective on current events.

Episodes

Your Turn -- How Books Have Changed Your Life
Your Turn -- How Books Have Changed Your Life Oct 22, 2026 00:51:52 If this week has proven anything its that Bridge listeners are book readers. Big-time book readers. Also today, the Random Ranter gets his say on the Alberta referendum, and he doesn't hold back. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
100 Questions with No Answers...Yet!
100 Questions with No Answers...Yet! Oct 21, 2026 00:42:57 It's a Wednesday End Bits special. The NY Times has a fascinating piece titled 100 Questions that can't be answered -- yet. We'll review some of them.   Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Reporter's Notebook:  Albertans Reject Separation, But...
Reporter's Notebook: Albertans Reject Separation, But... Oct 20, 2026 00:43:13 The votes are still being counted, but it's clear Albertans, in large numbers, favour remaining in Canada over a second referendum on separation. Althia Raj and Rob Russo discuss how Ottawa is likely to respond to what some might argue is a mixed message. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Putin Owns Trump -- Again
Putin Owns Trump -- Again Oct 19, 2026 00:50:26 This could become a weekly series. Dr. Janice Stein again this week talks about how Russian leader Vladimir Putin somehow convinces Donald Trump to waive sanctions against his country. We'll deal with that, plus what's behind the widespread riots in France. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Good Talk -- "Vote Like Canada Depends On It"
Good Talk -- "Vote Like Canada Depends On It" Oct 16, 2026 00:52:04 The referendum about referendums is just days away in Alberta, and Mark Carney is pulling out all the stops.  There are ten questions on the ballot, not just one, and the results could have a big impact not just on Alberta, but on Canada as well.  Bruce and Chantal with their thoughts on that, plus the latest shot from the ever thoughtful US Ambassador to Canada. Hosted by Simp
Your Turn:  Habits and How To Break Them
Your Turn: Habits and How To Break Them Oct 15, 2026 00:42:58 The topic this week is about habits and how to break them. The most common habit that people have wanted to break over the last fifty years is almost certainly smoking and that was often mentioned this week. But there were more. Also this week, the Random Ranter with his latest rant about Donald Trump. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti
What Does Putin Have On Trump? Seriously, What Does He Have?
What Does Putin Have On Trump? Seriously, What Does He Have? Oct 14, 2026 00:42:46 As Thanksgiving fell on Monday this week, Dr. Janice Stein joins us for her regular weekly conversation on Wednesday this week. The topic is all about Donald Trump's claim that he arranged a ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia...a ceasefire neither country says they were aware of. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of persona
Moore-Butts:  How To Deal With Political Stress
Moore-Butts: How To Deal With Political Stress Oct 13, 2026 00:42:05 I received a number of letters this week from loyal Bridge listeners and viewers on two topics worth exploring. From Albertans worried about being "stressed out" by the referendum in their province and what it may mean for them and the country. And from British Columbians with related concerns about the upcoming BC election and the impact it may have on the rest of Canada. Hosted by Simplecast, an
Good Talk Encore: Should Canada Care What Elon Musk Says?
Good Talk Encore: Should Canada Care What Elon Musk Says? Oct 12, 2026 00:52:43 Encore Episode. The richest man in the world says Alberta and Saskatchewan should pick up their stuff and get out of Canada, presumably to join the United States. It's been quite a week on all that, and Bruce and Chantal are here to discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Good Talk: Should Canada Care What Elon Musk Says?
Good Talk: Should Canada Care What Elon Musk Says? Oct 9, 2026 00:52:23 The richest man in the world says Alberta and Saskatchewan should pick up their stuff and get out of Canada, presumably to join the United States. Bruce and Chantal are here to discuss. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Your Turn: Spring Forward and Fall Back or Forget About It!
Your Turn: Spring Forward and Fall Back or Forget About It! Oct 8, 2026 00:44:27 The annual clock change that most Canadians have done for almost a century may be slowly coming to an end. How do you feel about that?That was the question this week for our listeners, and as usual, they delivered a range of answers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
A Wednesday End Bits Special -- Could Bach Be Your Solution to Better Health?
A Wednesday End Bits Special -- Could Bach Be Your Solution to Better Health? Oct 7, 2026 00:42:00 If you have high blood pressure, have you tried Bach? Or Beethoven, or Pavarotti? Maybe you should, say researchers. That story and more on your Wednesday End Bits special. 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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