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The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

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★★★★★
4.9
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1554 episodes
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English
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No
Date created
2019/08/27
Latest episode
2026/11/09
Average duration
48 min.
Release period
2 days

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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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Is It A New World After Trump's Resounding Defeat?
2026/11/09
How will the world change after the thumping Donald Trump and his Republicans took last week?  Or will it change at all?  Dr. Janice Stein drops by for her regular Monday conversation, and the topics include Trump, Netanyahu, and Poland (that's right, Poland -- Janice really wants you to follow what's happening there!) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Good Talk --  Budget, Midterms, and Byelections
2026/11/06
It's been quite the week ... starting with six byelection calls, ending with a budget, and in the middle, Donald Trump's party crashes in the U.S. midterms.   What does it all mean, and where do things go now?  Chantal Hebert and Bruce Anderson are here with their thoughts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Your Turn on Taxes -- Plus a Special Guest from War Torn Sudan.
2026/11/05
It's Budget Day in Ottawa and after all the lofty rhetoric, Canadians will find out what, in real terms, the document means to them. On today's Your Turn, Bridge listeners get their chance to have their say on taxes -- are they fair? Lots of comments, plus the Random Ranter, on the US midterms. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Emperor Has No Clothes
2026/11/04
Donald Trump and his Republicans were crushed last night. Everything changed last night but what will it mean? Our regular guide to the ups and downs of U.S. politics, Keith Boag is with us again on the morning after the night before. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The U.S. Midterms - Will The Democrats Finally Deliver?
2026/11/03
Americans are voting by the millions today, and while Donald Trump's name is not on the ballot, his legacy may well be. Rob Russo of The Economist and Althia Raj of The Toronto Star are here to discuss that and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
How To Make Canada Secure: Carney's Plan, Can It Work?
2026/11/02
Stein from the Munk School at the University of Toronto joins for her regular Monday discussion. The topic: the new plan for Canada's national security. What is it, and how will it work? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Good Talk -- What's Canada's stake in the US Midterms on Tuesday?
2026/10/30
Last night Donald Trump cancelled his final weekend rallies in the US midterms. Why? How critical are Tuesday's results to the negotiations with Canada? Are we at yet another turning point in the relationship? Lots of questions for Bruce and Chantal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Your Turn -- Ask Me Anything
2026/10/29
It's the final Thursday of the month and as we do each month Your Turn becomes an "Ask Me Anything" session. Your questions about how we do the show and anything else came in and this is my chance to try to answer them. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
A Noble Profession -- Why Our Teachers Should be Admired Not Ridiculed
2026/10/28
The third book by the writing team of Bulgutch and Mansbridge comes out next week and today a preview. My friend and colleague Mark Bulgutch is my guest as we discuss our new book, how it came about, how we wrote it, and what it tells us about Canadian teachers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Moore Butts -- Alberta and BC: What's the Impact on Canada?
2026/10/27
How will the future of Canada be affected by voters from the two westernmost provinces last week? Former Harper cabinet minister James Moore and senior liberal strategist Gerald Butts with another of their conversations. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Elon Musk and His Power -- Should Canada Be Worried?
2026/10/26
Elon Musk has shown his clout with his Starlink and Starshield Satellite systems in Ukraine, so the question is, could he do the same in Canada? Dr. Janice Stein of the Munk School at the University of Toronto is here for her regular Monday conversation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Good Talk -- Playing Hardball and Pointing Fingers.
2026/10/23
Lots of finger-pointing as the week comes to an end -- Danielle Smith tells separatists to get out of her party and Pete Hoekstra tells Canadians to stop interfering with Washington politics. Quite the week for Chantal and Bruce to sum things up on this week's Good Talk. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Your Turn -- How Books Have Changed Your Life
2026/10/22
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!
2026/10/21
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...
2026/10/20
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.

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4.9 out of 5
58 reviews
★★★★★
Non legal person 2026/08/03
Here for the women
The women panelists- all three have such a sharp eye for events, balanced views on cause and effects and love the sharp humour!
★★★★★
Ocotilloist 2026/06/10
5 stars for Chantal Hebert
Bruce and Peter are good, too. But Chantal is the reason to listen.
★★★★★
Ochtapas 2025/05/13
Excellent for Canadians abroad
Peter is an icon, but one that hasn’t let it go to his head. This is the perfect way for a Canadian abroad to stay abreast of Canadian politics. Good ...
★★★★★
Jackal1973 2021/03/31
A Canadian icon!
I truly think of Peter one of Canada’s great newscasters. This podcast is a treat to listen to as someone who grew up tuning in to Peter over the yea...
★★★★★
Disgracedhammerhead 2019/09/11
This is one Bridge to cross daily
As an American who would watch Canadian election returns from the CBC and Peter on CSPAN, following Peter’s retirement I was unsure who I would follow...
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