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Episoade

• Reporter's Notebook - Raj and Russo on Canada/Us and Much More 02.06.2026 47min

  Althia Raj and Rob Russo share what they're hearing on everything from Dominic LeBlanc's visit to Washington and what it says about Canada's latest stance on the relationship with the United States; Stephen Harper; AI; and what's happening inside the Liberal caucus and what that could mean for the NDP.
• Remembering D-Day While Waiting For The War To End In Iran 01.06.2026 48min

  We start our weekly Monday conversation with Dr. Janice Stein of the Munk School at the University of Toronto, with another segment on the war in Iran - will it ever end? We also touch on the situation in the Caribbean, where the Americans keep blowing up boats they claim are drug boats. No proof and no accountability. And then we share thoughts on D-Day 82 years after the June 6, 1944, invasion along the Normandy coast.
• Good Talk: How To Judge Carney's MAGA Line in New York 29.05.2026 52min

  How do you MAGA - Make America Great Again? According to Mark Carney, the answer is, MCS, Make Canada Strong. That was part of the message the PM gave American business leaders in New York yesterday and guess who was clapping? Pete Hoekstra, one of Donald Trump's leading Canadian critics, is the U.S. ambassador to Canada. It's been quite a week. Bruce and Chantal are here to discuss and put it all in context.
• Your Turn - Ask Me Anything 28.05.2026 52min

  The last week of the month means it's an "ask me anything" Thursday, and once again, lots of questions from across the country. Questions about journalism, about politics, about everything from Snowbirds to Donald Trump. Plus, the Random Ranter takes on Artificial Intelligence.
• Why Do Mosquitoes Bite You And Not Your Friend? 27.05.2026 42min

  It's a Wednesday End Bits Special, and that means some news you can use. Especially as we all get ready for summer, this little nugget about mosquitoes is worth a listen. Also, do you really need to drink eight glasses of water every day? And a lot more.
• Moore-Butts: Is This An Audition For The Hockey Night Panel? 26.05.2026 46min

  To be clear, both James Moore and Gerald Butts are die-hard hockey fans - James for the Canucks, Gerry for the Habs. Like hockey fans across the country, they are following the Stanley Cup finals very closely - does that make Montreal, Canada's team? Don't worry, we do move to more traditional Moore-Butts territory -- the politics behind Alberta's referendum mess.
• How Trump Lost His War And Is Pretending He Won 25.05.2026 48min

  Donald Trump is not a good liar. Everyone knows when he lies, and it's not a good look. These days, he's claiming a huge victory in Iran, and as the two sides stumble toward a peace deal, it's clear that victory is not a word any casual observer would use. It's a Monday on The Bridge, and Dr. Janice Stein is here to give us her take on what is really happening.
• Good Talk Alberta - So Much For A Clear Question Leading To A Clear Decision 22.05.2026 52min

  As weeks go by, this couldn't have been worse for Alberta Premier Danielle Smith It's one thing to get in a fight with Ottawa, even a neighbouring Premier, but your own party? Your own cabinet? Or both? Over a referendum. That's just one of the topics up for discussion with Chantel Hebert and Bruce Anderson. Also on tap, Breaking News - Donald Trump still doesn't like Canada.
• Your Turn -- Your Superstition 21.05.2026 41min

  After months of heavy-duty Your Turns, time for something a little lighter this week. Do you believe in superstitions, and if so, what's your own superstition? Plus, the Random Ranter drops by with some surprising thoughts about the homeless issue.
• Reporter's Notebook -- Kathleen Petty and The Real Alberta Story 20.05.2026 46min

  Althia Raj is on holidays this week and the host of West of Centre, friend and colleague Kathleen Petty joins us from Calgary. There is so much happening in Alberta these days and almost all of it has national implications from referendums to pipelines. So today is designed to get a much better feel from on the ground. Rob and Kathleen are old friends too so this should be a good session.
• When Is A Ceasefire Actually a Cease Fire? 19.05.2026 49min

  In the past week, there were ceasefires announced in Russia/Ukraine, Iran and Lebanon. But did that stop the fighting in any of those locations? Dr. Janice Stein from the Munk School at the University of Toronto joins us for her weekly conversation about our changing world, and there’s lots to talk about this week. Including aside from the above, China, Cuba and Greenland.
• Good Talk Encore -- If This Is The Price Of Becoming An Energy Superpower, Is It Too High? 18.05.2026 52min

  Encore Episode. Mark Carney says Canada can become an energy superpower, given its potential in oil, gas, electricity, solar, and wind. But as we are seeing now, to get there, some old promises need to change. Is that price too high? Is the Liberal Party's unity at stake? Just some of the questions and one of the issues for Chantal and Bruce on today's Good Talk.
• Good Talk -- If This Is The Price Of Becoming An Energy Superpower, Is It Too High? 15.05.2026 52min

  Mark Carney says Canada can become an energy superpower, given its potential in oil, gas, electricity, solar, and wind. But as we are seeing now, to get there, some old promises need to change. Is that price too high? Is the Liberal Party's unity at stake? Just some of the questions and one of the issues for Chantal and Bruce on today's Good Talk.
• Your Turn -- Yay or Nay To High Speed Rail 14.05.2026 51min

  There's a multibillion-dollar plan for high-speed rail in central Canada, and it's facing stiff opposition from many of those who would be affected locally. But as a so-called nation-building project, is it a good thing? You have your say today. Plus, the Random Ranter with words of empathy for Pierre Poilievre.
• How AI Keeps Changing The Classroom 13.05.2026 43min

  It didn't take teachers long to realize how some students were doing their essays at home by using AI - things were just a little too perfect. So, the solution? Pretty simple, actually. It's just one of the stories we tell in this week's End Bits special. Among the others, how Jack and Rose could live happily ever after after the Titanic sank.
• Moore/Butts -- Is Jason Kenney Crying Wolf? 12.05.2026 48min

  The former Alberta Premier wants Canadians to wake up and realize they have to speak out to show Albertans that being in Canada matters. Is he right and what does our past tell us about what needs to be done? Plus, James Moore and Gerald Butts also have something to say about Canada's increasing ties to Europe.
• Who To Believe -- Iran or the United States? 11.05.2026 49min

  The question above seems almost ridiculous, that we would even consider believing the world's worst terrorist government before believing the country we once thought of as the leader of the free world. But that's where we are with the latest news from the Iran War. Dr. Janice Stein joins us from the Munk School at the University of Toronto for her latest Monday conversation.
• Good Talk -- Do Canadians Care About Alberta? 08.05.2026 52min

  Former Alberta Premier Jason Kenney says the federalist side is dragging its feet in organizing for a likely referendum on separation in Alberta. Are they, and if so, why? There's a lot happening on the Alberta story, and it seems to get messier by the week. Bruce and Chantal have their Good Talk thoughts on this and more.
• Your Turn - Volunteerism, What You Do and Why You Do It 07.05.2026 52min

  Inspired by one of our listeners to ask this question, we were rewarded with an incredible deluge of letters that inspired us and, in so many ways, tell the story of Canada. Also today, the Random Ranter picks a topic that impacts local, regional and national politics from coast to coast to coast.
• Infants and Digital Screens -- A Shocking Report 06.05.2026 43min

  It's an end bits Wednesday special and the lead item really is shocking. A new study shows that some infants are using screens up to eight hours a day. Experts say this could be disastrous for their development. Also today, cars that will make the decision whether you should drive; why do AI companies want you to be afraid of them; and first class airline suites that offer their own bathrooms.