And so concludes my shameless promotion of the fabulous island I was lucky to grow up on. I hope it makes some of you consider a visit. Come on over. We’re friendly on #CapeBreton

Most countries these days are faced with an ‘affordability crisis.’ Voters want action, but what action is truly possible from government? That’s the first question in 2026 for @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts on The Bridge. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Last week was quite something, even for Canadian politics. A big-time Liberal budget, while chaos ruled in the Conservative opposition. @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts are here to weigh in on a wild week in Ottawa. Listen on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.

For 15 years different governments delayed tough decisions about the Post Office. Now it’s tough choice time again. Is there a better way to deal with situations like these? @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts join to discuss. Listen on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.

It’s been a time of political soul searching in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Today @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts join to discuss non partisan disagreement - is it possible to disagree with respect, not hate? Listen on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.

Short trip to London to participate at the #GZEROSummit Europe. Great to discuss current affairs with my friend and former colleague, @gmbutts, @EurasiaGroup.

Is there a secret to making a deal with Donald Trump? @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts are back with conversation #22 on The Bridge - their thoughts on trade negotiations with Trump. Listen on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.

#ICYMI: #TheBridge @petermansbridge After the King’s visit, Parliament gets to work. For many MPs it will be a new experience. How do you hit the ground running in a new Parliament? @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts Listen at 12pmET/9amPT & on the SiriusXM app https://t.co/IHXqpF8xV0

#ICYMI: #TheBridge w/ @petermansbridge an encore of former Conservative cabinet minister @honjamesmoore & former Liberal strategist @gmbutts join the podcast to discuss advice for their political foes. #CDNPoli Listen at 12pmET/9amPT & on the SiriusXM app https://t.co/IHXqpF8xV0

#ICYMI: 12pm ET/9am PT #TheBridge @petermansbridge The crisis on tariffs and sovereignty looms large over the Canadian election. Would a majority government make Canada’s position stronger? @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts #CDNPoli https://t.co/bBeWaQVb0k or https://t.co/9Ivyzz9prI

How can you tell when a Parliament is off the rails? @honjamesmoore and @gmbutts are back with a frank assessment of the future of this minority Parliament, and what happens next in Ottawa. Listen at noon EST on @CanadaTalks167, and wherever you get your podcasts.

Though the kicker is most troubling: "It kind of hasn't looked like that since the 1850s." You can listen to that full interview w/ @gmbutts from @EurasiaGroup here:

Tone it down, buddy. It's a community barbecue. Stop yelling.

.@EurasiaGroup games out political risk. And when it comes to tech, Vice Chair @gmbutts sees a lot of them. On @POLITICO Tech, we talk AI, US-Canada tech tensions and the upcoming U.S. election. Listen: https://t.co/6m3X3h0uAi

Is Big Tech too big to govern? Compelling interview with @gmbutts on the threats of social media to democracy. As Gerry argues, #socialmedia companies bear a huge responsibility for the polarization in our societies. 🍅 https://t.co/rFEyrtdCN6

What do politicians really think about the people who cover them? How do they prepare for the sometimes tense situations with the media? @honjamesmoore and @gmbutts return for their latest discussion, today on The Bridge. Noon EST on @CanadaTalks167, & all podcast platforms.

Democracy versus autocracy - why is it such an issue today? What are the real differences? Can democracies slide into autocracies without even realizing it? @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts return today on The Bridge. Noon EST on @CanadaTalks167, and all podcast platforms.

#ICYMI: Today on #TheBridge with @petermansbridge: an encore episode featuring a look back at Brian Mulroney's legacy @honjamesmoore @gmbutts #CanadianPolitics #CDNPoli Listen on #SiriusXM 167 and on the SiriusXM app at 12pmET/9amPT and at 5pmET/2pmPT. https://t.co/IHXqpF8xV0

When Brian Mulroney passed last week so did an era in Canadian politics. But will some of the lessons of leadership that he possessed carry on to new generations? @honjamesmoore and @gmbutts are here to discuss. Noon EST on @CanadaTalks167, & all podcast platforms.

Hearty +1 to this passionate defence of #McGill University. The whole world is trying to build what the Legault government is trying to tear down. Montreal, Quebec, and Canada will be poorer if he's successful. @mcgillu https://t.co/iiXq1FWRGE

What is at stake is not just about Concordia… It is truly unfortunate and deeply concerning when a university must ask the courts to prevent the harmful effects of ill-conceived and hastily introduced governmental policies. - Principal Graham Carr