Peter Mansbridge
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Podcaster, Host SiriusXm, Author 4 Best Sellers, Distinguished Fellow, U of T, Chancellor Emeritus https://t.co/koeVFJLpev, and Senior Counsel Spark *Advocacy
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Joined April 2009
From Carney’s nation building projects, to Trump’s tariffs, to conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine. Here’s our updated lineup to cover 2025’s most important stories. The Bridge is back tomorrow. Listen weekdays on @CanadaTalks167 or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Conservatives called for a debate on the Iran War, but it was Liberals at times who had the most disagreement on Canada’s position. Will this be a problem for Carney? @althiaraj & Rob Russo join. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: https://t.co/33f7uSKkhl
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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. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.
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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. More on the war in Iran, this week in The Buzz: https://t.co/53QeuuF5wh
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Within hours of the US & Israeli attack in Iran, Mark Carney was out with his thoughts on the conflict. Was that the right call? @ChantalHbert & @bruceanderson bring their takes on this and more. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: https://t.co/3KiVpAHnds
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Will this rupture last forever? Or is there a chance Canada 🇨🇦 and the US 🇺🇸 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. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.
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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? @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts discuss. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: https://t.co/5oAAO7y8Mu
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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. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.
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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? 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: https://t.co/U5XLpjSGb3
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The @TorontoStar called it a “fascinating” 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.
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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. More on this & other top stories, this week in The Buzz: https://t.co/53QeuuF5wh
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Yesterday Pierre Poilievre outlined his vision for 🇨🇦/🇺🇸 relations, and had stronger words for Donald Trump than in the past. Is this a new Poilievre? @ChantalHbert & @bruceanderson weigh in. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: https://t.co/1VOk3uQNMo
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We end each month on The Bridge with an ‘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. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.
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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. 🎙️These stories and more, today on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.
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Liberals & Conservatives suggested a few weeks ago they would work together to advance certain issues facing 🇨🇦 Are we finally seeing progress on compromise? @althiaraj & Rob Russo discuss today. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: https://t.co/hYGnAUFnD5
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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. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.
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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. Subscribe: https://t.co/53QeuuF5wh
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National Newswatch: Canada's most comprehensive site for political news and views.
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Is “hate” a fair way to describe Canadian feelings towards Americans? New polling suggests so. @ChantalHbert & @bruceanderson on that plus Alberta’s referendum & Conservative / NDP leadership. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: https://t.co/LEZbLNNgj9
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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. 🎙️ on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.
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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? 📍Listen on @CanadaTalks167 & podcast platforms at noon EST.
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Jivani’s trip to Washington forced many to ask: How do you handle an MP going rogue from their party? But first, where does 🇨🇦 fit in the new global security order? @honjamesmoore & @gmbutts join. 🔊 on @CanadaTalks167, podcast platforms. 📺 on YouTube: https://t.co/GV338sGhQJ
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