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Podcaster - The Bridge, Host - SiriusXM, Author 4 best sellers, Filmmaker, Distinguished Fellow, U of T, Chancellor Emeritus MTA.ca, and Senior Counsel Spark *Advocacy

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His father, mother, and wife were killed in the opening moments of the Iran War. Now Mojtaba Khamenei is the new Supreme Leader of Iran.

Will his term be all about revenge? Dr. Janice Stein is back with her thoughts.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

09.03.2026 15:03 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Whenever conflict begins in the Middle East, the fear is that it could spread quickly and involve many countries. That’s what’s happened this week and there are a lot of questions still looking for answers.
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More on the war in Iran, this week in The Buzz:Β nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

06.03.2026 22:49 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 2
Good Talk -- Canada, Carney and The Iran War
Good Talk -- Canada, Carney and The Iran War YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Within hours of the US & Israeli attack in Iran, Mark Carney was out with his thoughts on the conflict.

Was that the right call? Chantal HΓ©bert & Bruce Anderson bring their takes on this and more.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: youtu.be/IOMjKOg2zuQ

06.03.2026 16:21 πŸ‘ 9 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 1
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Will this rupture last forever? Or is there a chance Canada πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ and the US πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ could return to the way things used to be?

You had strong feelings on this subject, and The Ranter is here as well, today on Your Turn.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

05.03.2026 14:26 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 1
Moore Butts -- The Impact of Politics in Sports
Moore Butts -- The Impact of Politics in Sports YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

When you mix politics and sports things can get ugly. We were all reminded of that after the Gold Medal games between Canada and the US.

So what’s the lesson? James Moore & @gmbutts.bsky.social discuss.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ug59...

04.03.2026 15:50 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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It’s been 4 days since the attack by Israel and the United States on Iran, but the reason for why keeps changing.

Dr. Janice Stein joins with her assessment of what’s going on, why, and who’s calling the shots.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

03.03.2026 16:00 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 4 πŸ“Œ 0
Pierre Poilievre -- The Interview
Pierre Poilievre -- The Interview YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

It’s Pierre Poilievre’s first interview on The Bridge and it comes at an important time.

How would he handle the tariff war with the US? What does he think of Donald Trump? What about Mark Carney?

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: youtu.be/Uc_a4gbGBmE

02.03.2026 16:00 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 10 πŸ“Œ 0
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The Toronto Star called it a β€œfascinating” glimpse into the Conservative leader’s shifting tone.

Tomorrow on The Bridge we sit down with Pierre Poilievre.

How would he repair the relationship with the United States? Does he want an election this spring? Plus much more.

01.03.2026 19:40 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 6 πŸ“Œ 0
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OpenAI sensed there might be a problem in Tumbler Ridge, but nothing was done about it. Now people are asking questions about how that could happen, and how we can make sure it never happens again.
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More on this & other top stories, this week in The Buzz:Β nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

27.02.2026 23:29 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Good Talk -- Is It Really A New Pierre Poilievre?
Good Talk -- Is It Really A New Pierre Poilievre? YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Yesterday Pierre Poilievre outlined his vision for πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦/πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ relations, and had stronger words for Donald Trump than in the past.

Is this a new Poilievre? Chantal HΓ©bert & Bruce Anderson weigh in.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: youtu.be/la_ZbDB1Fjo

27.02.2026 15:42 πŸ‘ 21 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 13 πŸ“Œ 1
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We end each month on The Bridge with an β€˜AMA’ as our focus on Your Turn.

Letters on journalism, sourcing, bias, history, and a lot more. Plus the Ranter is here with his thoughts on CUSMA.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

26.02.2026 15:34 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Wednesday means Endbits on The Bridge.

Will AI upend your career ambitions? Are Meta glasses ruining your dinner? Plus, how being a grandparent can help you live longer.

πŸŽ™οΈThese stories and more, today on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

25.02.2026 14:58 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Raj-Russo: Is Compromise In the Air?
Raj-Russo: Is Compromise In the Air? YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Liberals & Conservatives suggested a few weeks ago they would work together to advance certain issues facing πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦

Are we finally seeing progress on compromise? Althia Raj & Rob Russo discuss today.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: youtu.be/BEb87X7xw24

24.02.2026 16:19 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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With the situation deteriorating in Cuba and bordering on a humanitarian crisis: Should Canada help? Could we help?

That’s one topic for Dr Janice Stein today. Also for discussion: Iran, Ukraine, and the US Supreme Court.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

23.02.2026 15:44 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Today, Donald Trump got his signature policy thrown back at him by the U.S. Supreme Court. Find the full story in The Buzz, plus the possible leadership of the NDP, the Alberta referendum, and more.Β 
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20.02.2026 23:04 πŸ‘ 13 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Good Talk -- Do Canadians Really "Hate" Americans?
Good Talk -- Do Canadians Really "Hate" Americans? YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Is β€œhate” a fair way to describe Canadian feelings towards Americans? New polling suggests so.

Chantal HΓ©bert & Bruce Anderson on that plus Alberta’s referendum & Conservative / NDP leadership.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: youtu.be/do4O4cykjbU

20.02.2026 15:32 πŸ‘ 25 πŸ” 9 πŸ’¬ 9 πŸ“Œ 1
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A wide range of thoughts and opinions this week on Your Turn.

From the emotions of cheering for Canada at the Olympics, to healthcare, to 2026’s record breaking snowfalls, and of course some thoughts on Donald Trump.

πŸŽ™οΈ on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

19.02.2026 16:21 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0

Wednesday’s mean End Bits, and there’s something for everyone today.

What should you be asking you aging parents? Is Rome really charging per head at the Trevi Fountain? And how many people really live on earth?

πŸ“Listen on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

18.02.2026 15:03 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Moore Butts - How To Handle A Rogue MP
Moore Butts - How To Handle A Rogue MP YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Jivani’s trip to Washington forced many to ask: How do you handle an MP going rogue from their party?

But first, where does πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ fit in the new global security order? James Moore & @gmbutts.bsky.social join.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: youtu.be/l70aLxHMU-E

17.02.2026 15:43 πŸ‘ 33 πŸ” 8 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 2
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Between the Gordie Howe bridge story and the possibility that he could shelve CUSMA, Trump’s support may be cracking.

More on this and other top stories, this week in The Buzz: nationalnewswatch.com/newsletter

13.02.2026 22:34 πŸ‘ 14 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
Good Talk -- Has Trump Lost It? Is It Advantage Canada?
Good Talk -- Has Trump Lost It? Is It Advantage Canada? YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Was the Congressional rebuke on Canadian Tariffs the beginning of the end for Trump? A little early, no?

Chantal HΓ©bert & Bruce Anderson on that, plus the possibility of an Alberta referendum.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5LE...

13.02.2026 15:38 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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Since COVID many have wondered if in-office work will ever be necessary again. Today was your chance to take on the WFH debate.

A special guest host tandem today on Your Turn & of course the Ranter is here to take on Trump.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

12.02.2026 15:22 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Raj/Russo: Let's Break A Deal -- Trump Threatens Gordie Howe
Raj/Russo: Let's Break A Deal -- Trump Threatens Gordie Howe YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Trump is now saying he will refuse to open the Gordie Howe Bridge. Really?

It’s the latest twist in the πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦/πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ trade war, and just one of the stories we focus on today with Althia Raj & Rob Russo.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: youtu.be/iiabRLUZCp0

10.02.2026 15:56 πŸ‘ 12 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It used to be seen as a passing, dirty sex scandal that really only mattered in America.

But suddenly the Epstein story threatens major figures in countries around the world. Today Dr. Janice Stein has her take.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

09.02.2026 15:58 πŸ‘ 10 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 0
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Harper did what Poilievre didn’t do last week in Calgary: Saying it’s time to move away from the United States, not coddle up to it.

It was a tough speech from an experienced national leader. More on this, in the latest edition of The Buzz.
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06.02.2026 22:15 πŸ‘ 25 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
Good Talk -- Running From Behind: Why Pierre Poilievre Should Listen To A Winner
Good Talk -- Running From Behind: Why Pierre Poilievre Should Listen To A Winner YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Just a week after a resounding leadership victory, Poilievre found himself offside from Stephen Harper.

What could he learn from the β€˜Godfather’ of his party? Chantal HΓ©bert & Bruce Anderson join.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: youtu.be/Idm31swmdQs

06.02.2026 16:34 πŸ‘ 26 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 1
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For the next few weeks people around the world will be watching the Olympics. Or will they?

Your feelings on the Olympic Games are the focus today on Your Turn. Plus The Ranter takes on Alberta’s referendum issue.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

05.02.2026 15:41 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0

Another potpourri of useful (and some useless!) information this week on the Endbits Special.

The latest on AI concerns, Trump’s Yukon brothel, and the most common items stolen from hotels.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks or wherever you get your podcasts, at noon EST.

04.02.2026 16:40 πŸ‘ 7 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Moore ButtsΒ  -- Can Political Makeovers Work?
Moore ButtsΒ  -- Can Political Makeovers Work? YouTube video by The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

What will Pierre Poilievre do now after a ringing endorsement from his party? Was the Poilievre we saw on the weekend, the Poilievre of the future?

James Moore & @gmbutts.bsky.social are back to discuss.

πŸ”Š on SXM Canada Talks, podcast platforms.

πŸ“Ί on YouTube: youtu.be/lZSdsy2ohsc

03.02.2026 16:41 πŸ‘ 5 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 2 πŸ“Œ 1
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Canada is about to spend billions of dollars upgrading our defence capabilities, but has this conversation been broad enough?

Should nuclear weapons be part of Canada’s arsenal? Yikes.

πŸ”Š Dr. Janice Stein has her take today on SXM Canada Talks & podcast platforms at noon EST.

02.02.2026 15:50 πŸ‘ 15 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 9 πŸ“Œ 6