The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge

Bob Woodward Does It Again -- Plus, The Race Next Door #5

09 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Not a good day for Donald Trump. In fact a terrible one. Plus your questions for Bruce and me on TRND. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See ...

Just How Effective Is Your Mask? Here's The Test Anyone Can Do To Find Out.

08 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, Doug Ford does the Dad thing as the numbers start to climb. And, some bizarre ideas airlines have to raise money. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...

The Weekend Special #25 - Enjoy.

04 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your letters, comments and questions for the 25th full week of the "bridge daily"! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for i...

What Do The Latest Pandemic Numbers Really Say?

03 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, the remarkable delivery chain being established to get the vaccine when it's ready to you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.a...

The Race Next Door #4 - Can "Law and Order" Change the Channel?

02 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

My weekly conversation with Bruce Anderson about the US election race, PLUS just how safe is the air on passenger aircraft? Hosted by Simplecast, an A...

Here's An Interesting Idea That Could Make Back To Class Fun.

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, is Big Oil losing its influence? And a plug for tomorrow's Race Next Door, the podcast within a podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compa...

The Back To School Experience -- Keeping Things In Context

31 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lessons from the first weeks of the school return in Germany. Is there something for us to learn? And crunching the "bridge daily" numbers. Welcome t...

The Weekend Special #24 - Enjoy

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your questions, comments and thoughts. Lots, even myriad things to think about. Thats an inside joke and you have to go inside to hear it. Hosted by ...

Perdita Felicien Unplugged - Want to "#Do Something" Then Listen To This

27 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

One of the country's most famous athletes with her take on the issues that have made most sports shut down. A special "bridge daily". Hosted by Simple...

The Race Next Door #3 - Is Trump The TV Star He Thinks He is?

26 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The podcast within a podcast tackles the question of whether Trump is a great communicator, and on the issue of polls, which are the ones you should p...

O'Toole For The Win - Day Two

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A rare two day run on the bridge daily for the same Canadian politician! But it's worth the time, and besides there's also some interesting virus st...

O'Toole For The Win

24 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Well that was a surprise. What happens now? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and us...

The Weekend Special #23 - Enjoy!

21 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What was your favourite thing about today? You might be surprised. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information ab...

Bad Journalism vs Fake News -- There Is A Difference.

20 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Getting something wrong isn't the same as spreading deliberate inaccuracies. One is bad the other is fake. But neither should be forgiven. That and a...

The Race Next Door #2

19 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Anderson joins the "podcast within a podcast" again for this week's look at the unfolding US election. Plus more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsW...

You Don't Look Like Mark Carney!

18 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

For the first time, Canada has a female finance minister. Chrystia Freeland is now and even bigger rock star than she already was. That and a lot mo...

Canadians And Fighting Covid-19 -- How Committed Are We?

17 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A new poll gives some serious insight into hoe committed we are in the fight against Covid-19. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...

The Weekend Special #22 - Enjoy!

14 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of your ideas on The Race Next Door. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o...

The Bridge Daily... From The Lake

13 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On the road today and tomorrow. It may sound a little different but there's lots in it anyway. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswi...

So, Who Is The Real Nasty?

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The fallout from the Kamala Harris pick; some signs of hope on the Covid-19 front, and new questions about defunding the police. A virtual potpourri ...

The Race Next Door -- Our First Kick At The Can

11 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Anderson joins the podcast for what we hope will be a weekly look at the "race next door", starting on this the day Kamala Harris officially bec...

Has Anything Really Changed? A Remarkable Story From The 1918 Pandemic

10 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Plus -- Did you listen to the July 23rd "bridge daily"? Told you so! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abo...

The Weekend Special #21 -- Enjoy

07 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your thoughts, questions and comments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of p...

Why Kamala Harris Has A Pretty Interesting Canadian Connection.

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Susan Rice is married to a Canadian. We talked about that last night. Well Kamala Harris has Canada in her CV too.The supposed short listers for Joe B...

Do You Trust The Media? A Major New US Study Raises Important Questions For All Of Us.

05 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If it's down to Harris or Rice -- whose your pick for Joe Biden's running mate?Plus a big new study on the media. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz com...

A New Way To Get A Window On The World -- That And A Lot More

04 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Week 21 starts after a holiday weekend with a potpourri of goodies. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abo...

The Weekend Special #20 -- Plus Something Extra

31 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your thoughts, comments and questions -- plus a something special for the long weekend. Enjoy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.ads...

Trudeau Faces A Grilling -- A "bridge daily" Special On The WE Controversy

30 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Bruce Anderson is back to help guide us through today's extraordinary parliamentary committee hearing where Justin Trudeau was the star witness. Hoste...

When You're Winning A Fight, Don't Let Your Opponent Off The Mat

29 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Maybe I'm being overly cautious but it's not over yet folks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our c...

Everything You Need To Know (or at least should consider) about MASKS!

28 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The promised special on masks is here. How effective are they, which is best and how do you maintain them? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company...

Is Europe On The Edge - Again?

27 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

There are spikes and there are spikes. The U.S. has had major COVID spikes, Canada not so much (and let's keep it that way!) But some key countries ...

The Weekend Special #19 --- Lots Of Good "Stuff"!

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your thoughts, comments and questions for the nineteenth weekend since all this craziness started. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.a...

Rumours Of The Day

23 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The beauty of a podcast is it's not a newscast. So I can share some of the buzz I'm hearing even though its just buzz, not fact. And as Thursday is p...

You Voted -- On Open Bars and In House Dining

22 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Some interesting thoughts from many of you about the recent spike in COVID numbers and what if anything should be done about it. Plus, imagining the ...

Some Serious Vaccine Talk

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Time for a new Bridge Daily survey of listeners on an increasingly key question: should Canadians provinces close (or keep closed) in restaurant/bar d...

I'm Back!! Start Counting.

20 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A week off enjoying summer delights is over for now, and it's back to podcasting with a teaser on where the world's population is heading? You might b...

The Weekend Special #17 -- Your Pandemic Flying Experiences

10 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of your good questions, thoughts and comments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

Some Podcast News

09 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Some thoughts about the state of local newspapers and why we should all be concerned about losing them.And and important advisory about The Bridge Dai...

Mansbridge And Maclean -- A Day Of R & R

08 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Understanding why television networks are so desperate to get pro sports back on their schedules. Some pretty surprising numbers. Hosted by Simplec...

Ringo at 80 -- I Know It's Off Topic, But It's Worth Celebrating!

07 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Aside from Ringo, more thoughts o n the dilemma of back to school. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about...

A Muppet Heads To The United Nations

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On election night last October he was compared to a Muppet. Now he's Canada's next Ambassador to the United Nations.And what's the riskiest action yo...

The Weekend Special #16 -- Thoughts For July 4th

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Let's keep our relationship with the U.S. in perspective. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our coll...

Are Those The Same Clothes You've Been Wearing For Four Months?

02 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Back after two Canada Day holidays off, a serious potpourri of little stories for you. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com ...

Courtroom Drama - Mick Jagger versus Donald Trump?

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Love a courtoom brawl? The White House versus the Stones could be a good one. Week 16 of the "bridge daily"kicks off Canada Day week with some pretty...

The Weekend Special #15 With A Twist -- As U.S. Numbers Explode What's The Danger To Us?

26 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Public Health Specialist David Fisman gives us a real sense of what to expect in the next three to six months. Then your questions, comments and thou...

Are You Going To Travel This Summer? What's The Future Of Travel?

25 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Let's think summer, and let's talk about what you plan to do. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our ...

The Fauci Affect

24 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Watching Anthony Fauci today compared with March is not a comforting sight. America is failing him, can Canada avoid the same result? Hosted by Simpl...

What Do Americans Really Think -- A New Survey Has Some Surprising Answers

23 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Abacus Data Chairman Bruce Anderson is back with us by popular demand and his latest survey is not of Canadians but Americans and some of its findings...

Do You Have A Misinformation Spreader In Your House?

22 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Week fifteen starts with lots to discuss including this question from the Atlantic about misinformation, and whether some of the biggest spreaders are...

The Weekend Special #14 - As 'the bridge daily" Hits A Half Million

19 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of great questions, thoughts and comments from YOU. Plus who listens to the "bridge" and from where? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. S...

After COVID Will It Be A Baby Boom Or A Baby Bust?

18 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A Thursday potpourri on contact tracing to masks to baby numbers to the origins of the 10,000 step march. Something for everyone on this one. Hosted...

Justin Trudeau's Difficult Day

17 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

No go at the UN and questions about the country's finances made it a tough day for the Prime Minister. And you thought taking your shoes off at airpo...

A Resounding "NO" From You On Reopening The Border

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I asked you to write in and you did. No one shy here. Plus the latest on COVID-19 prevention research. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

Take A Good, Long, Hard Look At Yourself On The Issue Of Racism -- and, Women or Men, Who Is Best To Lead In The Pandemic?

15 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A David Axelrod column on race in the Washington Post on the weekend got me thinking and might get you thinking too. That plus are women better than ...

The Weekend Special # 13 -- I Really Like This One

12 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of your thoughts about the meaning of what we are going through and how these moments are changing us. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. ...

Dumping On The NYTimes!

11 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How dare they! One of the world's great newspapers assuming they know what fascinates us as Canadians!!And more on masks and schools. Hosted by Simp...

Coffee Wars -- And What They Say About Our Times

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Starbucks is closing stores while Dunkin's is hiring and offering quite the twist.And a lot more in today's podcast for you to think about! Hosted by ...

The W.H.O. Has Lost Credibility At The Time It Was Needed Most.

09 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The WHO needs help. It needs reform. And that hurts me to have to admit.Plus, when do infectious disease control experts think we will once again be ...

How Green Is Your Garden? And Why?

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The impact COVID-19 is having on the environment and how it may be having an affect right in your own garden. And some early indications of the impac...

The Weekend Special #12 -- Lots More Of Your Thoughts, Comments and Questions.

05 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of different issues, including lots on "the pause". Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

Is Green The New Brown?

04 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Unidentified riot control groups in unmarked, mostly green, uniforms patrolling streets outside the White House. What?Plus a potpourri of other "stuf...

The Art Of The Pause

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The 21 seconds of Justin Trudeau where he didn't say a word but may have said a lot more than it at first appeared. Plus -- the art of breathing. Wh...

"What Can I Do?"

02 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

What can I do? That's a common question over the past few days for those who aren't near the centre of the George Floyd story but do want to do somet...

The Weekend Special #11 -- More From You As We Carry On

29 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Thoughts, questions and comments from you after 77 days since we started the Bridge Daily. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz....

How Germs Move Around Offices And Homes In No Time At All - An Amazing New Study

28 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Tracking germs. Understanding Vietnam's anti COVID-19 success. And how to cheer for a game you're not at. Something for everyone today. Hosted by ...

Who Will You Trust When The World Returns To Some Sense Of Normalcy

27 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This is a potpourri podcast today -- from deciding on who to trust, to reservations about returning your kids to school -- and everything in between. ...

Shameful

26 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

One word describes what we heard today about the level of "care" in some Long Term Care Facilities. So what now? Plus, the latest on air travel, and s...

Was It The Fault Of Those In The Park Or Those Who Run It ... Or Both?

25 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Week Eleven begins with some tough questions about how a gorgeous weekend in downtown Toronto created such a nasty mess and left some big questions.Pl...

Life Goes On -- As We End Week Ten

22 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Your questions, comments and thoughts after another week of dealing with COVID-19. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for i...

Time To Put A Possible COVID-19 Vaccine In Context

21 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

An apology for last night's technical problem (my fault!); Vaccines in context; and this week's lesson in "learning from history". Hosted by Simplecas...

Gotta Love Those Vikings

20 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Starting tonight with some encouraging news from Denmark -- and then my take on the "Art of Deflection". Plus, a June Wedding -- how times have chan...

We're Back! Week 10 Is Underway.

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

How was your long weekend and what did you learn about how to enjoy it? Plus this question -- who does the most house work in your home? A tweet in ...

The Weekend Special #9 -- Your Big Ideas

15 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating the 100th episode of "the bridge" including the last 45 as "daily" on COVID-19, we spend this weekend's special on your Big Ideas for how ...

The End Of Partisanship? - Don't Hold Your Breath, But......

14 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Watching a U.S. Congressional committee hearing today on a fired whistleblower got me thinking about consensus and whether we can at least see it dur...

The Big Project - A "bridge daily" Special

13 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You see this picture? Can you name this lake named after a former Canadian prime minister? It's the first in our series of "Big Projects" that the co...

Where Did All The Airplanes Go? And Some Encouraging News On A Vaccine.

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

If you know me you know I Iove airplanes and airliners - so not surprisingly I'm worried about the future for both. And vaccines -- what's the latest?...

Would You Rather Work From Home Or At The Office? Lessons Of The Pandemic.

11 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, my list of things eight weeks at home have taught me about myself. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informatio...

The Weekend Special #8 - Your Thoughts, Comments and Questions As We Stay Calm and Carry On.

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Another week of really smart letters from many of you that I get the pleasure of reading for everyone's benefit. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

What's This Picture Got To Do With A Podcast On The Pandemic -- You Might Be Surprised -- I Was.

07 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

But first, is there actually serious talk in Ottawa about an election? Beware. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for i...

The Reopening Debate Is Underway -- But Don't Forget Your Mask!

06 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

After two days of special podcasts on topics other than COVID-19 it's back to that matter at hand. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm...

"The Only Thing To Fear, Is .... (pause for affect).... Fear Itself.

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Looking for lessons in crisis leadership? Look no further than 1933. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information ab...

May 5th Is A Day To Remember And Here's Why

04 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Seventy five years on, and why the Dutch never forget. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collect...

The Weekend Special #7 - Your Questions, Comments And Thoughts As We Keep On Carrying On!

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We're into May now, and your letters keep on coming. My favourite pod of the week! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for...

Getting Masks, Gloves, And Gowns Out Of China -- The Supply Chain Is Finally Starting To Move

30 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

News on the movement of PPE, Questions for you about school,And a deeply personal story that had me thinking a lot today. Hosted by Simplecast, an Ads...

Gotta Love THESE Snowbirds - Ready To Salute Our Heroes!

29 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A new way to thank our front line heroes -- by taking to the skies. Plus, the promised feature interview on whether COVID-19 has given us reason to r...

Will Covid Kill Cash? Is The Cashless Society Finally Here?

28 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

And will you ever get on an airliner again -- the difficult decisions ahead for the world's airlines. And how will the planet handle the virus when i...

The Puck Drops Here -- Or Does It? From The Stratford Festival To The NHL, Reopening Is Difficult.

27 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Hockey Night in Podcastland -- a "bridge daily" special which shows just what a jock I am! Joined by my friends John Shannon and Gord Miller. Hosted b...

Weekend Special #6 -- Staying Calm And Carrying On!

24 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Another mailbag of great thoughts, comments and questions from you! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information abou...

Some Leaders Just Tell The Truth. Period. No Spin, No Lies.

23 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

She does it again ... straight talk from Angela Merkel. We should all take note.Plus Saskatchewan outlines its reopen plan, and a feature interview o...

Was This Poem Really Written During The 1918 Flu Or Are Its Origins Much More Recent?

22 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Is she the Poet Laureate of a 1869 cholera pandemic, the 1918 "Spanish flu" or Covid-19? That and thoughts About Returning To School. Plus what is it ...

Spectacular Sunsets Can Help Soothe The Soul, And We All Need That These Days.

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A story of how small our world is will start tonight's podcast, and then a special interview on a very different issue that will affect us all. I'm j...

Sometimes There Are Just No Words - We Love You Nova Scotia

20 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

The tragedy in Nova Scotia gives us pause for a moment before we continue our focus on the virus. Tonight, some thoughts on where the virus came from...

The Weekend Special #5 -- Your Questions, Comments And Thoughts As We Stay Calm and Carry On

17 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

I love your emails and there were lots of good ones again this week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information a...

The Canadian Search For A Vaccine -- You Don't Want To Miss This.

16 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Tonight the inside story of a busy research lab in Saskatoon and its part of a world wide race to stop a killer. These people are heroes too. Hosted b...

What Will Our World Look Like After This Is All Over?

15 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

A lot of people are trying to predict the future these days convinced that what we are witnessing now will change everything about the way we live. To...

Despair, Hope And A Little Laugh ... All Right Here.

14 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Half of the country's Covid-19 deaths have happened in long term care facilities exposing a serious problem in the way Canada cares for its elderly. ...

"Just Watch Me" - Is This The Way You Want To See Leaders Questioned During The Coronavirus Crisis?

13 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Some leaders, including Justin Trudeau and Donald Trump, are appearing almost daily during the COVID-19 crisis. Others from countries around the worl...

The Weekend Special #4 - The Easter Edition of Your Thoughts, Questions and Comments!

10 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You never fail me with your great emails and the weekends are for you! Stay healthy, stay safe and stay at home. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...

After A Month Of This Crisis - How Do You Feel About The Role of Government in Your Life?

09 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

One of the first major studies of how we are reacting to the Covid-19 crisis sheds some interesting light on how we may be changing our attitudes towa...

Really Peter? Albert Speer Left Us An Isolation Idea?

08 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We've all been looking at new and constructive ways to pass the isolation time. Who would have thought Albert Speer could pass along something useful...