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- 1155 - Your Turn -- Your Favourite Canadian Holiday Spot
Your choices for the question of the week -- name your favourite inside Canada but outside your own province, holiday spot. Some really terrific answers. Plus the Random Ranter with a really different rant -- don't miss it!
Thu, 28 Mar 2024 - 48min - 1154 - Encore Presentation - Fluke - How Our World Is Swayed By Chance
An encore of a feature interview with the author of an extraordinary new book that explores he world of chance, chaos and why everything we do matters. He's Brian Klaas a university professor in London, England.
Wed, 27 Mar 2024 - 45min - 1153 - The Eclipse is Coming - Are you Ready?
A total solar eclipse will be witnessed in a specific path through Canada on April 8th, and in almost all of the rest of the country, a partial eclipse will be experienced. So what to do, where to be and how to safely watch the eclipse are all good questions and today Science Sam, Dr Samantha Yammine, joins us to answer them.
Tue, 26 Mar 2024 - 40min - 1152 - The Deadly Concert Hall Attack in Moscow... What Happens Now?"
A horrific attack on concert goers in Moscow on Friday night has terrorized Russians and put some difficult decisions in front of Vladimir Putin. Janice Stein joins us to talk about the impact this can have on the Ukraine war; also the latest on Israel-Hamas and some encouraging news about Guatemala. Plus we unveil the question of the week.
Mon, 25 Mar 2024 - 44min - 1151 - Good Talk -- After A Week of Votes and Motions in Parliament, Is Anything Different?
From the Middle East to carbon pricing, but after all the positioning did anything really change? The latest mumbles about whether or not the NDP and the Liberals should get even closer. And some closing thoughts on Brian Mulroney.
Fri, 22 Mar 2024 - 52min - 1150 - Your Turn -- Your Favourite Canadian Book Part Two
So many entries in our "favourite Canadian book" contest that we stretched things into a second week. Plus, this week the Random Ranter on "homelessness".
Thu, 21 Mar 2024 - 51min - 1149 - Encore Presentation - Moore Butts Conversation #14 -- Brian Mulroney
An encore of when Brian Mulroney passed last week so did an era in Canadian politics. Conservative James Moore and Liberal Gerald Butts carry on their non partisan conversations on The Bridge, started in 2022, this week with the Mulroney legacy as the topic.
Wed, 20 Mar 2024 - 47min - 1148 - How Is The American Media Doing Covering Trump and Biden?
What are the challenges of covering a presidential race like the one underway in the United States? Keith Boag is with us again to explore those questions in a way that helps us understand the stakes.
Tue, 19 Mar 2024 - 44min - 1147 - Is The West Putting As Much Pressure On Hamas As It Is On Israel?
Our regular Monday session with Dr Janice Stein of the Munk School at the University of Toronto. This week's focus starts on Israel and Hamas and the question implied in the title above. Plus an update on the question of the week!
Mon, 18 Mar 2024 - 45min - 1146 - Good Talk -- What's Going On With Your Money?
Carbon Taxes, Carbon Rebates, Arrive Can, the Auditor General ....another week when the questions of who's protecting your money, how it's spent, how it's promised and who's accountable are all up front. That plus some new thoughts on Brian Mulroney.
Fri, 15 Mar 2024 - 52min - 1145 - Your Turn -- Your Best Canadian Book
This week's question was simple -- name your favourite Canadian book, one that would help Canadians understand their country better. Plus, Thursday's also mean the Random Ranter and he's in fine form on the issue of the Carbon Tax.
Thu, 14 Mar 2024 - 50min - 1144 - Encore Presentation - On The Road in South Sudan With Samantha Nutt
An encore of asking Dr Samantha Nutt of War Child Canada to break down her most recent trip to South Sudan, basically to take us with her.
Wed, 13 Mar 2024 - 47min - 1143 - With Elections Coming Why Are So Many Incumbent Governments In Trouble?
It's said that half the countries in the world that have elections will have them this year. Our guest, Andrew MacDougall, knows politics as a former Director of Communications for Stephen Harper while Harper was prime minister, and is now a consultant for the Trafalgar Strategy Group in London, England.
Tue, 12 Mar 2024 - 46min - 1142 - Biden and Netanyahu -- The Relationship Couldn't Be Worse
An exchange over the weekend has set the relationship between Benjamin Netanyahu and Joe Biden in a very hard place. Biden first gave an interview on Saturday night and then Netanyahu responded on Sunday. Today, Janice Stein deconstructs the interview with Biden that started the weekend back and forth.
Mon, 11 Mar 2024 - 48min - 1141 - Good Talk -- Did Joe Biden Just Save Himself?
Joe Biden's energetic State of the Union address last night is getting mostly positive reviews and may have given him at least temporary relief from the wolves that seemed poised to ruin his re-election bid. Bruce and Susan (filling in for Chantal) start with that and quickly move into Canadian politics -- a convincing Conservative by-election win, and how long can the government sustain increased spending?
Fri, 8 Mar 2024 - 52min - 1140 - Your Turn -- Who Was The Country's Most Consequential Prime Minister
The passing of Brian Mulroney had many of you thinking about the country's prime ministers and suggesting who was the most consequential. Plus a very personal commentary from the Random Ranter this week, one many will identify with.
Thu, 7 Mar 2024 - 52min - 1139 - Special Encore Edition - An interview with Former Prime Minister Brian Mulroney (2013)
Peter Mansbridge's chat with Former Prime Minster of Canada Brian Mulroney in South Africa in 2013 for the CBC.
Wed, 6 Mar 2024 - 30min - 1138 - Moore Butts Conversation #14 -- Brian Mulroney
When Brian Mulroney passed last week so did an era in Canadian politics. Conservative James Moore and Liberal Gerald Butts carry on their non partisan conversations on The Bridge, started in 2022, this week with the Mulroney legacy as the topic.
Tue, 5 Mar 2024 - 51min - 1137 - Who Is Benny Gantz and Why Is Benjamin Netanyahu So Upset At Him?
For the first time since Oct 7, a split is open and obvious in the Israeli war cabinet of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Benny Gantz is heading to meetings in Washington against his prime minister's wishes raising questions about Israeli government solidarity and what it means to the situation on the ground in Gaza.
Mon, 4 Mar 2024 - 47min - 1136 - Good Talk -- Brian Mulroney, The Passing of A Giant
The 18th prime minister of Canada was a force, a huge force. Today the full hour on Brian Mulroney with Bruce, and filling in for a vacationing Chantal, the Toronto Star's Susan Delacourt.
Fri, 1 Mar 2024 - 52min - 1135 - Your Turn -- One Thing To Improve Health Care in Canada
You obviously care about this issue as most research shows health care is one of the top items bothering Canadians, and your letters show that you have ideas for solutions. Lots of ideas. Plus the Random Ranter has the issue that's on his mind this week.
Thu, 29 Feb 2024 - 50min - 1134 - Special Edition - Peter joins The Big Story Podcast
When the longtime CBC news anchor began his career as a reporter in the early 1970's, giving people the news was among the most trusted and important occupations in the country. When he retired in 2017, it was the era of "fake news", as trust in the media was at an all-time low. Seven years later, it's even lower than that.
Wed, 28 Feb 2024 - 31min - 1133 - It's Only February But Fire Season Is Here Already -- Guess Why.
Wildfires are burning in different parts of the country already, some have been burning through the winter. Are we prepared for what seems almost certain to come from fires to drought? Chris Hatch covers climate for the National Observer from Vancouver and he's our guest.
Tue, 27 Feb 2024 - 42min - 1132 - What's Really Going On Inside the Gaza Peace Talks?
What's really happening inside the Gaza Peace Talks and are things close to resolution. Janice Stein is with us for her regular Monday briefing. Plus we reveal our question of the week!
Mon, 26 Feb 2024 - 45min - 1131 - Good Talk - Have The Liberals Given Up?
Little things can make a difference is the old saying. And this week a little thing seemed to have some people wondering whether the Liberals have given up any chance of winning the next election.
Fri, 23 Feb 2024 - 52min - 1130 - Your Turn -- What's On Your Mind This Week?
A potpourri of concerns this week as the question was pretty general -- What's On Your Mind? Most deal with concerns about the world stage and specifically how desperate things look to many of you.
Thu, 22 Feb 2024 - 48min - 1129 - Encore Presentation - Bob Woodward: Is Trump a Crook?
An encore of Bob Woodward is still doing the journalism that is chasing another U.S. President. A wide-ranging interview to kick off another year of The Bridge -- Woodward's take on everything from Donald Trump to the state of the media.
Wed, 21 Feb 2024 - 51min - 1128 - Entering The Third Year of a War That Threatens The World
This weekend marks the second anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Now experts worry whether this prolonged conflict could threaten the future of world peace. Today a special edition of the Bridge that brings together two of our favourite foreign affairs experts.
Tue, 20 Feb 2024 - 51min - 1127 - The Bridge Encore Presentation - What We Should Know About Black History Month
An encore of an important and fascinating conversation with McGill University professor Debra Thompson, recognized around North America as an expert analyst on race politics.
Mon, 19 Feb 2024 - 46min - 1126 - Good Talk -- Governments face bad weeks and really bad weeks. This could be really bad.
Two potholes for the Liberals in their path to try and find recovery. The other perhaps not so much. Plus the ugliness surrounding demonstrations in Canada on both sides of the Israel-Hamas war -- what does it say about the country.
Fri, 16 Feb 2024 - 52min - 1125 - Your Turn -- How You Would Improve Air Travel in Canada
This week's question was simple -- what one thing would you do to improve air travel in Canada? Also the Random Ranter takes his swing at auto theft -- what he thinks the real problem is.
Thu, 15 Feb 2024 - 46min - 1124 - Encore Presentation - Do You Have The Freedom To Read?
An encore of with issues surrounding what you are allowed to read in some American schools, some Canadians may be surprised there are similar issues in Canada. That's why next month will include "A Freedom to Read" week. An important discussion on that with the CEO of the Halifax Public Libraries, Asa Kachan.
Wed, 14 Feb 2024 - 42min - 1123 - Black History Month -- A Feature Interview With Marci Ien
Marci Ien made her name as a Canadian television journalist anchoring some of CTV's most important programs. Today she's a federal cabinet minister responsible for women and gender equality. Today a feature interview with Marci Ien about her path as a Black Canadian and how she reflects on Black History month.
Tue, 13 Feb 2024 - 45min - 1122 - Are We Sleepwalking Into A Global Catastrophe?
Donald Trump's latest claim of what to expect from a second Trump presidency has the alarm bells ringing in NATO capitals around the world. Trump says he'd abandon any NATO country that fell behind in defense expenditures and would tell the Russians to invade if they want to.
Mon, 12 Feb 2024 - 50min - 1121 - Good Talk -- Dominic LeBlanc Moves To The Front
Auto theft was the issue for the national political leaders this week and it's worth asking why. Also today, who's buying Jagmeet Singh's threat to pull the plug on the deal keeping the Liberals in power? And BCE's latest slash at journalism in Canada and what it means.
Fri, 9 Feb 2024 - 52min - 1120 - Your Turn -- One Thing You'd Do To Fight Climate Change
Your answers to this week's question -- what's one thing you or your family do to fight climate change? Plus the Randon Ranter on what for some Canadians may be the country's biggest issue this year.
Thu, 8 Feb 2024 - 49min - 1119 - Encore Presentation - Ladies and Gentlemen, Rick Mercer
An encore of Canadian author, comedian and yes, icon, Rick Mercer. If he was still doing his famous rants today what and whom would he be ranting about? But we start with an engaging story about a meeting between a young Prince Charles and an amazing woman from northern Scotland.
Wed, 7 Feb 2024 - 47min - 1118 - Fluke - How Our World Is Swayed By Chance
A feature interview with the author of an extraordinary new book that explores he world of chance, chaos and why everything we do matters. He's Brian Klaas a university professor in London, England.
Tue, 6 Feb 2024 - 47min - 1117 - The Wider War Has Arrived.
The fear since October 7th has always been that this Israel-Hamas conflict could turn into a wider war. Plus some surprising intrigue in Ukraine, and Janice delivers on her promise to also give us some "good news".
Mon, 5 Feb 2024 - 49min - 1116 - Good Talk -- Are We The World's Patsy on Spying?
Some new intelligence on Canada's vulnerability to foreign interference is worrying to say the least. And Alberta's trans-gender decisions have not surprisingly become an issue too.
Fri, 2 Feb 2024 - 52min - 1115 - Your Turn -- Your Advice For New Immigrants
The question of the week was "If you could say one thing to a new immigrant to Canada, about Canada, what would that be?" Plus, the Random Ranter does his take on Question Period and more.
Thu, 1 Feb 2024 - 46min - 1114 - Encore Presentation - Just How Do We Handle Our Secrets?
An encore of a week after the Johnston Report we leave the politics out of the discussion and talk only about what we learned, including what do we know about how we handle our secrets. Special guest is security and intelligence expert Stephanie Carvin.
Wed, 31 Jan 2024 - 44min - 1113 - On The Road in South Sudan With Samantha Nutt
A special edition today as we ask Dr Samantha Nutt of War Child Canada to break down her most recent trip to South Sudan, basically to take us with her.
Tue, 30 Jan 2024 - 47min - 1112 - Is A Deal Close on Gaza?
Talks in Paris between Israel, Qatar, the US and Egypt began over the weekend and optimists feel they could lead to a deal to stop the fighting in Gaza within days. Also, Ukraine and North Korea add to today's agenda.
Mon, 29 Jan 2024 - 50min - 1111 - Good Talk -- Is Trudeau wounded or emboldened?
Strange week for Justin Trudeau --one day a member calls for a leadership review, and the next his caucus almost hoists him on their shoulders. What's going on? Bruce and Chantal on that and a lot more. Tucker Carlson in Alberta, convoy promoters get a court decision in their favour, and the ICJ rules on Gaza.
Fri, 26 Jan 2024 - 52min - 1110 - Your Turn - Winter's Best Thing
This week's question was struck a chord: name the one thing you like best about winter. It's a pretty soft question but you delivered again, lots of answers and many of them quite poetic in their description of what many think strikes to the heart and soul of being Canadian. Plus, it being Thursday, the Random Ranter is by with his latest take on EVs, electric vehicles.
Thu, 25 Jan 2024 - 48min - 1109 - Encore Presentation: "The Inside Story From The Frontlines of Ukraine"
Encore Presentation. A young Canadian medic fighting with the Ukrainians takes us inside the story with his first-hand account of what it's like at the frontlines of the war.
Wed, 24 Jan 2024 - 46min - 1108 - Moore Butts Conversation # 13 - How high does foreign policy rate when parties meet?
For the most part the old saying that foreign policy isn't what Canadians vote on, but does that mean Canadian governments and political parties take a pass on worrying about foreign matters? Time for another great Moore Butts conversation, this time #13 of our series.
Tue, 23 Jan 2024 - 48min - 1107 - Is Netanyahu's Time Up?
Benjamin Netanyahu's hold on power has been tenuous at best for the past year, but even more so after the past few days. Dr. Janice Stein has her weekly Monday take on the Middle East story, the Ukraine-Russia war, and a very bleak outlook from the new Defence Secretary in the United Kingdom.
Mon, 22 Jan 2024 - 47min - 1106 - Good Talk -- Immigration Becomes The Issue
How do we resolve what is becoming a major issue in Canada -- immigration? Plus, the Liberals have a cabinet retreat next week, so what? Will it make a difference? And, what now for Rachel Notley?
Fri, 19 Jan 2024 - 52min - 1105 - Your Turn -- Your Solutions To Polarization
If you could name one thing to make us better communicate with each other, what would that change be? Do you have the answer to polarization? Plus the Random Ranter in a way you've never heard him before. Literally.
Thu, 18 Jan 2024 - 46min - 1104 - Encore Presentation - Moore-Butts #8 -- The Politics of The Lie
An encore of Conservative James Moore and Liberal Gerry Butts, move their latest non-partisan discussion to the question of lies and their growing place in modern politics. Like it or not the lie is in the toolbox of politics and Donald Trump isn't the only one using it. How did that happen and where does it lead?
Wed, 17 Jan 2024 - 51min - 1103 - Is It Over Already?
Donald Trump wins the opening round in the race for the Republican nomination for the US presidency. But does that mean it's all over already? Someone who has covered Trump, someone who understands politics and history and where the two intersect. He's Keith Boag former CBC Washington correspondent and former CBC Chief Political Correspondent in Ottawa.
Tue, 16 Jan 2024 - 48min - 1102 - Who Are The Houthis And Why Are We Bombing Them?
Taiwan, the Houthis, and a two-state solution for the Middle East. It's a master class in geopolitics. Also, we'll unveil this week's big question that you have a chance to answer and win a coveted prize!
Mon, 15 Jan 2024 - 47min - 1101 - Good Talk - The Passing of a Titan - The 90th Birthday of Another.
Ed Broadbent and Jean Chretien. Two giants on the country's political landscape, but are they symbols of an era long past? Plus how significant are the changes taking place in the prime minister's office? Also, does Canada have a position on genocide in the Middle East?
Fri, 12 Jan 2024 - 52min - 1100 - You Want Change In The Way The Media Operates -- Your Turn
People from coast to coast to coast wrote in with their thoughts and some pretty good ideas. Also today the Random Ranter makes the case for Canada's teachers -- what he thinks they need.
Thu, 11 Jan 2024 - 47min - 1099 - Encore Presentation - Disinformation -- What is It, Why Is it, and What Can We Do About It?
An encore of Lee McIntyre an American philosopher and author who's written extensively on the issues of truth and disinformation. He's studied the impact of both and shares his thoughts about how best to deal with them.
Wed, 10 Jan 2024 - 49min - 1098 - Lisa Raitt With "A Pox On All Their Houses"
The former senior Conservative cabinet minister takes aim at some of her former colleagues, both Liberal AND Conservative for wasting time on non-issues and ignoring the important ones, especially one issue in particular.
Tue, 9 Jan 2024 - 44min - 1097 - Can Tony Blinken's Mid-East Mission Stop The War From Spreading?
The United States Secretary of State is on a week-long dash through seven mid-east countries desperately trying to prevent a wider war than the one already underway between Israel and Hamas.
Mon, 8 Jan 2024 - 45min - 1096 - Good Talk -- How Costly Are Holiday Slip-ups?
Both the Liberals and the Conservatives appear to have stumbled in the holiday season and the question now, is will they pay for the slip-ups? Trudeau in Jamaica, again -- and a Conservative frontbencher calls for Canada to withdraw from the UN.
Fri, 5 Jan 2024 - 52min - 1095 - Your Changes To Canada's Political System
The question to you was "Name the one change you would make to Canada's political system". And you had answers, lots of them and today we scan the mail and award one of the suggestions with a special prize.
Thu, 4 Jan 2024 - 45min - 1094 - Who Do The Year End Interviews Benefit Most?
After more than a dozen year end interviews by some of Canada's political leaders, who benefited most? The leaders? The media? The public?
Wed, 3 Jan 2024 - 44min - 1093 - Will 2024 Lead To An Expanded War?
We ask the provocative question about whether the world is moving towards expanded conflict. Not just Israel-Hamas, not just Russia Ukraine but beyond. Dr Janice Stein is with us for her weekly discussion but this time she includes a segment she made popular in the past, "What are we missing?" touching upon an area she feels we just aren't talking about enough.
Tue, 2 Jan 2024 - 46min - 1092 - Encore Presentation - Searching for Franklin with Ken McGoogan
An encore of some of my favourite stories are about the history of Canada's Arctic and almost all of them have been written by Ken McGoogan. He's our guest today with his exciting new book Searching for Franklin.
Mon, 1 Jan 2024 - 48min - 1091 - Encore Presentation - Good Talk -- The 2023 Year Ender
An encore of it's that time of year when the Good Talk panel convenes to talk about the year-end position on the political landscape in Canada.
Fri, 29 Dec 2023 - 52min - 1090 - Encore Presentation - Moore Butts Conversation #12 -- The Impact of Polls
An encore of we talk a lot about polls but what happens behind the scenes when the polls are released? What do the public and the press not see when the numbers cause chaos in one party or another?
Thu, 28 Dec 2023 - 48min - 1089 - Encore Presentation - Moore Butts Conversation #11 -- Crisis Management
An encore of what happens behind the closed doors when a government faces a crisis -- who says what, and what are the do's and don'ts of crisis management?
Wed, 27 Dec 2023 - 49min - 1088 - Encore Presentation - Moore Butts #10 -- Is Division a Winner, Unity a Loser?
An encore of former Conservative cabinet minister James Moore and former principal secretary to prime minister Trudeau Gerald Butts focus on helping us understand political trends. Today, again burying their partisan feelings, the two look at the issue of how to campaign in an era of polarization.
Tue, 26 Dec 2023 - 49min - 1087 - Encore Presentation - Your Turn - Your Christmas Memories
An encore of your letters this week are very moving, your memories of holidays past for family and friends. And of course the Random Ranter with his take on this time of year.
Mon, 25 Dec 2023 - 52min - 1086 - Good Talk -- The 2023 Year Ender
It's that time of year when the Good Talk panel convenes to talk about the year-end position on the political landscape in Canada.
Fri, 22 Dec 2023 - 52min - 1085 - Your Turn - Your Christmas Memories
Your letters this week are very moving, your memories of holidays past for family and friends. And of course the Random Ranter with his take on this time of year.
Thu, 21 Dec 2023 - 52min - 1084 - SMT - Justin Trudeau and The American Right
We focus on some comments Justin Trudeau made in his annual year-end interview with podcaster Terry DiMonte. The prime minister is clearly worried about the influence the American right is having on Canada. Are we seeing a preview of the next election campaign? Bruce is here with his collector's edition of SMT!
Wed, 20 Dec 2023 - 46min - 1083 - Can Just Anyone Fly A Jumbo Passenger Jet?
It's an end bit special today as we approach the holidays. Topic One is that old daydreaming habit many of us have when we fly on a passenger jet -- if something happens to the pilots, could we takeover even with no real flying experience? A surprising number of us think we could.
Tue, 19 Dec 2023 - 44min - 1082 - Could The Hostage Shootings Lead To A Ceasefire in Gaza?
The accidental killing of three Israeli hostages by Israeli troops has led to new calls, many from Israelis, for a ceasefire in Gaza. Would Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu agree, would Hamas agree? Plus, the latest from Ukraine.
Mon, 18 Dec 2023 - 47min - 1081 - Good Talk -- It's Not Over Till It's Over
As the year closes some Liberals seem to have their bounce back, while some Conservatives are a bit anxious. The CPC still has a double digit lead in the polls which is more than enough for a majority, but as Yogi used to say, it certainly "ain't over till it's over".
Fri, 15 Dec 2023 - 52min - 1080 - Your Turn -- The Great Fake Christmas Tree Debate
Hard to believe at a time with so many issues facing Canadians that the number one topic in your letters this week was the claim that 77 percent of Xmas trees sold in the USA this year are artificial trees. And of course the random Ranter -- this week again on housing and specifically, affordable land.
Thu, 14 Dec 2023 - 46min - 1079 - SMT - Is This The Plan To Solve The Housing Crisis?Wed, 13 Dec 2023 - 44min
- 1078 - THE MOORE BUTTS CONVERSATION #12 -- THE IMPACT OF POLLS
We talk a lot about polls but what happens behind the scenes when the polls are released? What do the public and the press not see when the numbers cause chaos in one party or another?
Tue, 12 Dec 2023 - 49min - 1077 - When Will The United States say "Enough"?
The US government continues to be pressured to speak up louder against the continued Israeli invasion of Gaza and the thousands who have been impacted by it. At the same time questions are being asked as to why the world is ignoring the sexual violence charged against Hamas during the October 7th attacks.
Mon, 11 Dec 2023 - 43min - 1076 - Good Talk -- The Latest on Trudeau, Is He Going or Staying?
What Justin Trudeau told the editorial board of one of the country's most influential newspapers. The key question is, is he staying in the job as Liberal leader and Prime Minister or is he going to step down? The role of an editorial board in how we get our news is the subtext of this discussion.
Fri, 8 Dec 2023 - 52min - 1075 - The Random Ranter -- Advice for Pierre Poilievre
This week the Random Ranter finishes his three-part series on his advice for each of the three main national political leaders. His focus this week is Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre.
Thu, 7 Dec 2023 - 45min - 1074 - SMT -- The CBC in a Crisis of Cuts
The CBC has decided to make up its budget shortfall of 125 million dollars with a series of cuts in personnel and programs. Is the public broadcaster worth saving and if so how?
Wed, 6 Dec 2023 - 42min - 1073 - Searching for Franklin with Ken McGoogan
Some of my favourite stories are about the history of Canada's Arctic and almost all of them have been written by Ken McGoogan. He's our guest today with his exciting new book Searching for Franklin.
Tue, 5 Dec 2023 - 49min - 1072 - The Brutal Middle East War Resumes -- What's Next?
We focus as we do every Monday on the two big wars affecting our world -- the Middle East and Ukraine. Conflict analysis expert Dr Janice Stein from the Munk School at the University of Toronto is with us again as she helps guide us through both stories.
Mon, 4 Dec 2023 - 44min - 1071 - Good Talk -- Please answer my question in English not French.
A committee exchange in Ottawa brings back a debate that we thought was long over. What's the real reason behind the affair? Plus we start with allegations of rape and harassment inside CSIS and ask is this the last straw for CSIS leadership? If the spies aren't accountable who is?
Fri, 1 Dec 2023 - 52min - 1070 - Your Turn On Disinformation, and the Random Ranter on the NDP
Lots of your comments on this week's special episode on disinformation. Plus the Ranter continues his three-part series on advice for the party leaders -- this week it's for the NDP.
Thu, 30 Nov 2023 - 48min - 1069 - Should MP's Accept Free Trips To The War Zone?
At least four members of Parliament accepted free trips to Israel last week to hear about the Israel-Hamas war. Members of the Liberal and Conservative parties took the deal, and members of the NDP and the Bloc said no. The full delegation included 53 people. Some of those numbers are misreported in this podcast and will be corrected in episode 905.
Wed, 29 Nov 2023 - 45min - 1068 - Disinformation -- What is It, Why Is it, and What Can We Do About It?
Lee McIntyre is an American philosopher and author who's written extensively on the issues of truth and disinformation. He's studied the impact of both and shares his thoughts about how best to deal with them.
Tue, 28 Nov 2023 - 49min - 1067 - Will The Israel-Hamas Pause Continue?
We are in the final day of a four-day pause in the Middle East war, but the question now is will the pause continue? The hostage for prisoner swap seems to be going fairly well and there are now calls for it to be extended, but are the two sides willing to do so?
Mon, 27 Nov 2023 - 46min - 1066 - Did The Real Pierre Poilievre Just Stand Up?
After weeks, perhaps months, of being pummeled by the opposition, the media and Good Talk, Justin Trudeau got a bit of a break this week. Pierre Poilievre found his actions under the microscope, and to many, it didn't look good.
Fri, 24 Nov 2023 - 52min - 1065 - Your Turn -- And The Random Ranter's Free Advice on Leadership
The passing of a cultural icon prompted a lot of emotional reactions from across the country this week. And the Ranter begins a three part series on advice for the nation's political leaders.
Thu, 23 Nov 2023 - 44min - 1064 - SMT -- Do Debts And Deficits Even Matter Anymore
It is the morning after the day before, or in other terms, the day after the FES, the Fall Economic Statement. Was it a good day or a bad day for the Liberals as they try to climb out of their double-digit deficit to the Conservatives in the opinion polls?
Wed, 22 Nov 2023 - 43min - 1063 - How Canada Works -- The Book
My fourth book, and my second co-authored with Mark Bulgutch is released by publisher Simon and Schuster today. It's called "How Canada Works" and to Mark and me is a testament to the people who quietly and without fanfare make the country work.
Tue, 21 Nov 2023 - 47min - 1062 - Hostages, Tunnels, Hospitals - The Gaza Story Continues
Dr Janice Stein shares with us some of what she heard and what she learned on both the Middle East situation and the war in Ukraine. The road ahead on both is not going to be easy or short.
Mon, 20 Nov 2023 - 45min - 1061 - Good Talk -- This is Not Our Normal Conversation
An emotional discussion about the loss of a Canadian cultural icon. His name -- Karl Tremblay, and for many Canadians they may not have heard of him, but today we'll tell you why he's someone, if you didn't know about, you should. Plus more potential splits in both the Liberals and the NDP, and what to expect with Pharmacare next week.
Fri, 17 Nov 2023 - 52min - 1060 - Your Turn -- Have We Given Up On Climate Change?
Is it the issue of our times or is it the forgotten issue of our times? Climate change. You had lots to say about comments we made yesterday on SMT and today you get the Bridge to air your thoughts. Plus the Random Ranter is by with his take on the "axing the taxing" debate. And some special letters about your feelings on last week's Your Turn on Remembrance Day.
Thu, 16 Nov 2023 - 48min - 1059 - The Changing Mood In Ottawa
You only have to be away from Ottawa for a few weeks to sense things have changed. Like the mood and the tone of the Parliament Hill community. It seems the polls have had an impact on the feel of the place. Bruce joins for SMT and there's lots to talk about.
Wed, 15 Nov 2023 - 43min - 1058 - Why Is This War So Deadly To Cover?
The Israel-Hamas war is in its fortieth day and new information from the Committee To Protect Journalists says 44 journalists have been killed during that time period. Why is this war so dangerous for journalists? We'll touch on that plus a series of other wide-ranging issues from climate change to artificial intelligence.
Tue, 14 Nov 2023 - 44min - 1057 - The Latest On The Hostages And A Ceasefire.
The debate around "pause" versus "ceasefire" continues but meanwhile, people are still dying in the Israel-Hamas war. Janice Stein is with us for what has become her regular Monday briefing on where the conflict stands.
Mon, 13 Nov 2023 - 47min - 1056 - Good Talk - Is The Liberal-NDP Deal Falling Apart?
The Conservative's double-digit lead in the polls seems to have the NDP nervous about its deal with the Liberals which helps keep Justin Trudeau in power. Every week it seems the NDP is looking for more concessions from the Liberals to stay on board.
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- Les Grosses Têtes RTL
- The John Batchelor Show John Batchelor
- The Current CBC
- Global News Podcast BBC World Service
- The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell Lawrence O'Donnell, MSNBC
- Hondelatte Raconte - Christophe Hondelatte Europe 1
- As It Happens CBC
- C dans l'air France Télévisions
- Richard Martineau QUB radio
- The Tucker Carlson Podcast Tucker Carlson
- Ukraine: The Latest The Telegraph
- The Rachel Maddow Show Rachel Maddow, MSNBC
- Roy Green Show Global News / Curiouscast
- Morning Joe Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski, MSNBC
- Mario Dumont QUB radio
- Mark Levin Podcast Cumulus Podcast Network
- CNN Tonight CNN
- The Michael Savage Show Michael Savage
- Laurent Gerra RTL