The Bridge with Peter Mansbridge - Your Turn -- Your Happy Moment of 2025

Episode Date: December 18, 2025

This week's question was simple: What made you happy in 2025?They shared them with us for this week's Your Turn. Even the Random Ranter was asked to join us on the happy tone -- but some things are hard to do! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

And hello there, Peter Mansbridge here. You're just moments away from the latest episode of the bridge. It's Thursday. That means your turn and the random ranter. The question for today was pretty straightforward, pretty simple. What's made you happy in 2025? We'll get to your answers. Coming right up.

And hello there. Thursday. Thursday, December 18th. A week away from that guy coming down the chimney. So this is your second last program. Second last, the bridge for 2025. We'll have a special one tomorrow when Bob Ray will be joining us, filling in for both

Chantel and Bruce. It's a Bob Ray's solo act. Well, solo plus me looking forward to it. Any conversation with Bob Brave is not only fun to have, it's a good one to have.

But today's question and your answers are You know, I wanted something different It was the last one before the holidays And I wanted something pleasant, right? We've had enough difficult things to think about this year. So the question was, you know, what's made you happy?

What was the happiest story you had You saw or heard or read during the year? Or what made you personally happy during the year? So I think, you know, some people were kind of shy about writing. Others certainly weren't. Others picked up on, you know, certain trends that had happened during the year. Others talked about their own personal memories about the year, about family, about things they'd accomplished. So let's get to it.

Let's hear what we have to say. plus the random ranter in a, well, the direction was clear. We're trying to be happy. So let's focus on that. We'll see what the ranter did with that. All right, here we go. Pamela McDermott in Burlington, Ontario. My son received his Ph.D. in physics engineering

and was hired by the National Research Council of Canada. I was happy for that because otherwise he would have had to leave the country to find work in his expertise. He also got married. She's Mexican, soon to be Canadian, and is about to receive her PhD in chemical engineering and will be also looking to work here. You know, nothing like proud parents, right?

And talk about two, you know, Cracker Jack. degrees, physics engineering and chemical engineering. You know, one of my granddaughters graduated in chemical engineering this year at the University of Ottawa. And she, you know, it took a couple of months, but she's got a job. She's in Alberta. She's in Calgary. And she commutes back and forth to BC because the firm she's working for. which is involved in the carbon capture story.

Also has a plant in BC, and she's back and forth quite a bit. But, you know, the family, everybody is so incredibly proud of her for the success in an area where, you know, 25 years ago was not a big area for women. and here we have two great stories of young women who are in the engineering field and who are looking for work here in one case and found it in another. Ken Pellowshock in Eustadt, Ontario.

November 5th, the results of the midterms, were my first real sign that Americans had had enough and were beginning to roll back the chaos. There were earlier signs, such as the No King's protests, but this was tangible, measurable, and clear. I'm not one of the folks who believe Republican equals bad and Democrat equals good, but I believe MAGA is bad for the world,

and just about anything else is better. Do you watch that speech last night? You know, if I want to get yelled at, I don't need to turn on the TV and see the President of the United States leading the yelling charge. I don't know. I thought it was bizarre. If you're trying to tell a good story,

if you believe what you're doing is working and is good, then take a pill. Actually, some people thought he had taken a pill, or worse, and was screaming and yelling as a result. Anyway, I digress. Darla Hansen. in Lanark, Ontario. That's in eastern Ontario.

My 78-year-old sister's survival and remarkable recovery after almost dying during an emergency operation is the best thing that happened to me in 2025. That happiness lingers. I just turned 77, and I feel hopeful for many more years because of the great medical system we have in Canada. Thank you, paramedics, doctors, nurses, and surgeons. For the incredible care you gave my sister during and after her ordeal. Don't you love to hear those kind of stories? Kate Wilson in Toronto. The Blue Jays' magical ride to the World Series was awesome in 2025.

No, we didn't win, but so many Canadians engaged in the journey, we were obsessed with every game and had an opportunity to escape the real world. bring on the 2026 season and I'll just add one phrase Signed Bo Bichette Don't screw it up by losing Bo Bichet Rachel McDonnell

in Victoria Recently my husband Paul and I returned from a family wedding held in Berlin Germany Truth be told Germany was never on my bucket list. While staying in an old nunnery in Berlin, however, I met a group of prospective scholarship students. This group of students was friendly, optimistic, and they had a real zeal for life. They were also politically astute and knew exactly what Europe and Canada was facing.

It gave me inspiration and hope for this younger generation. Berlin's a great city. It's a tortured past, a tortured history. But it's a great city. Harold Gold in Calgary. My favorite news story of the year was the federal election. Having Pierre Palliav lose, not only the election, but his own riding as well, restored to some degree my faith in the Canadian public.

People are hopefully seeing the rise in authoritarian rules. regimes, both in the U.S. and in Alberta, yes, here in Alberta, and deciding that that is not for them. Polyev's got a big month ahead of him, as we know. Vote in Calgary at the end of January will determine his future, his initial future anyway. Kristen Gite in Telqua, BC, that's near Smithers. The happiest thing wasn't happy. It cracked my life open and let light in. My dad died of pancreatic cancer.

I spent his last six weeks with him and my mom. Then I came home, changed. I went back to paid work after five years of parenting. Loosened old relationship knots and felt rooted in my home and partnership. I will always carry the palliative team's grace and gratitude for the system many calls. broken you know I've witnessed palliative care and my parents and those people are genuine heroes who work in that area can't say enough about them absolutely incredible Wendy Cecil in Toronto.

I dumped my kayak in a glacial river in the Canadian Arctic. My dry suit rapidly revealed a serious leak and flooded with icy water. Though I struggled to re-embark, my soaked toke kept falling over my eyes, rendering me blind and floundering in shallow water. Laughing harder at each failed attempt, my uncomfortable laughter hindered success. I was freezing but ridiculously happy. I wonder, do Trump or Putin ever experience a joyful belly laugh? Ruthie Muller in Toronto.

The happiest moment of 2025 was when Mark Carney became Prime Minister. For the last few years, we have witnessed such poor political leadership throughout the world. It only takes one person to change the world order and change for the best. better is what we all need. I guess not surprisingly, we had quite a few letters of people signaling the election result as their happy moment of the year.

Now, I'm sure some of those are partisan letters. Others are ones who believe that that signaled real change. and obviously who's to argue against that that you believe a vote in an election is going to signal real change in your life

and your neighbor's lives that's what I assume we all hope no matter where our political allegiances may lie here's the only caution I would throw in that if you go back 10 years Shortly after the 2015 election, if it ran a question, it probably would have got a lot of similar answers. People felt good, felt a new awakening, felt a new government, a new personality in terms of a prime minister, was going to signal major change and good change, and it made them happy.

Now, as it turned out, didn't turn out that way. Right? By the end of his term, he was not well-liked, the prime minister who had been so well-liked and given such reason for happiness 10 years before. And that's not that odd. You dial back, you know, past prime ministers who were elected with great hope and promise ended up leaving after one term or two terms not held in such high regard Stephen Harper Jean-Cretchen even to some degree

Brian Mulroney certainly to some degree Pierre Trudeau to some degree so all I would caution people is to you know there's a certain reality about leadership and politics in Canada and elsewhere.

There's great expectation surrounding a new person on the block, new kid on the block of Canadian politics. So I think it's all quite proper to be excited and hopeful, but you've got to be realistic too. Scott Jansen in New Westminster, BC Indigenous leaders clearly affirmed that recognition of Aboriginal title does not undermine fee-simple ownership. At the same time, constitutional law was reiterated. No province can secede from Canada in a way that extinguishes treaties or traditional territories.

Practical reconciliation gained real footing. Jeff O'Neill in Colbrook, Nova Scotia, That's in the Annapolis Valley. 2025 was the year of big, welcomed change. Move my family of four from Prince Moody, BC, to Colbrook, Nova Scotia. That's a move. We drove across the entire country. I got to see its beauty.

Nova Scotia is one of the most beautiful provinces we have in this country. Excited to explore my new home in 2026. Have fun doing that, because it is a great province. but, you know, they all are. You can't get bored anywhere. We are so lucky. Kate Winslow in Thunder Bay, Ontario. I'm very grateful that we have a prime minister

that has a Harvard degree and an Oxford doctorate is a successful global economist, is not a global embarrassment, and consistently shows integrity, compassion, humor, inclusiveness, and maturity. Pat Wharton in Vernon, B.C. Started playing the guitar, it was a bucket list item.

A friend and I jam every Sunday, and it's not possible to worry about world problems when belting out a CCR song. You know what that is, Credence Clearwater Revival, of course. Music is good for the soul, sure is. Deb Greening in the District of Lakeland, Saskatchewan. In the Boreal Forest, where we live, Climate change has turned our summers from a time of pure pleasure to one of stress and fear,

clouded by months of drought and smoke. Mark Carney, becoming our PM, was the happiest moment in 2025. His book Values demonstrates that he gets it, and with his knowledge of economics and international affairs, will do what needs to be done. That gives me hope in very dark times. Tim Stott in Minnesota, Manitoba. 2025 was a rough year no matter how bad it got natural disasters or man-made disasters

there was always someone willing to help pick up the pieces so my happy news story of 2025 is all the unsung heroes who stepped up to help and did it because it needed to be done not for publicity or notoriety just stepped up and did it Robin Ward in Edmonton My happiest moment in 2025 Was house and cat sitting And vineyard and winery visiting In Naramatta, BC

For a week or so in August Highly recommended Now I'd never heard of Naramata We looked it up It's in the Okanagan Just north of Penticton Where there are lots and lots of wineries And real good ones too

Matthew Scalarsik in Vernon, B.C. Watching Corey Mace lead the riders to a gray cup was special. We played football together in high school. While the rest of our team retired with graduation in 2003, Corey continued with U.S. college football, the Buffalo Bills, Gray Cups with Calgary and Toronto, and now as the head coach of arguably the most storied franchise in the CFL. I couldn't be prouder.

of my old fellow linebacker. Go Port Moody Blues, go. Mace, of course, Corey Mace, won the Grey Cup in his second year as the Rough Riders head coach. And I'd agree about the storied franchise in the CFL. You know, I lived in Saskatchewan for a while

during the Ron Lancaster, George Reed days. I remember what it was like going to Taylor Field, watching the riders play, and sitting alongside people who have driven in from all over the province to watch that game's week, or that week's game. Yeah, pretty special place. Julie Smith Allen in Lethbridge, Alberta. One of the happiest things in my year was bringing Daniel and Oliver home from the last chance cat ranch.

These precious five-year-olds met and bonded at the ranch, spending four years there amid the chaos of life with 80 other cats. I give full kudos and credit to the Last Chance Cat Ranch for the amazing work they do. Never heard of the last cat. Last chance cat ranch. Cat ranch. Now Daniel and Oliver are home and we are a family. David Turnbull in Waterdown, Ontario.

The good this year, my kids. My dad's cancer treatment is going well. The Blue Jays. United a country. Don DeFore in Ottawa. Hands down for me was the epic World Series run by the Toronto Blue Jays. As a long-time fan since the late 70s in Toronto, I've lived through the ups and downs of this team over the years.

They say sports can bring people together, and boy, did this happen in 2025. My personal highlight and happy moment was the classic line from Vladie during an on-field interview. I born ready And Dawn sent a long picture of herself At least we presume it's her In a Blue Jays cap

And holding a Blue Jays mug, very nice Signed Bo Bichette Am I making myself clear? Amy Tierra in Edmonton I really enjoyed watching the HBO shows The Pit And the White Lotus on Crave

Amy wasn't the only person who thought those were great shows. The Pitt won five Emmys, including Outstanding Drama Series, and the White Lotus also won five Emmys. Amazing how many good shows are on streaming services this year, right? Callum Arnold in Guelph, Ontario. This past May, I was fortunate enough to find myself halfway through the Tonga Rero, Alpine Crossing. That's in New Zealand.

with my favorite person on earth high above the clouds amid the peaks of two volcanoes I asked that person to marry me she said yes love you Sarah good for you too Patricia Wilson in Vancouver

in May I was in Ottawa at the time of the opening of Parliament the optimism and energy in the city was palpable but what stood as a highlight from me was watching the king as he arrived to deliver the speech from the throne. There's not much our monarch can do politically,

but he came in the midst of his cancer treatment, clearly to support us, and I realized he is a Canadian. Well, I'm glad he eventually came after sucking up to Trump. Marilyn Wallace in Fannie Bay, BC. This year, my personal happiness has a political slant.

My 15-year-old granddaughter has recently joined me on an hour-long commute to work and school. It's a perfect time to discuss politics, both current and historical. The bridge topics often came up, which I always enjoy sharing with her. Not only does she educate me about her generation's perspective, she also provides a healthy dose of optimism. So good for my old soul. Thanks, Marilyn. have a great holiday.

Constance Menzies in Narrow, Manitoba. It was such a true relief we voted in the person we did as Prime Minister this past March, not only for his timely level of competence nationally and internationally, but for his sense of egalitarianism and liberal democracy. It could be any political party. This is irrelevant. For this, I feel we each can still make the most of it as Canadians. this brings me some piece. Okay, on that note, I'm going to...

Let's take our break, and then we'll come back with a random ranter. Does the ranter always have something to say on Thursdays, doesn't he? But first of all, as I said, let's take our break. We'll be right back after this. And welcome back. You're listening to The Bridge for this Thursday. That means your turn and the Random Ranter. You're listening on Sirius XM, Channel 167, Canada Talks,

or on your favorite podcast platform. I'm Peter Mansbridge. Glad to have you with us for this Thursday. And listening to your letters about what made you happy this year? Well, I know for some of you, what made you happy this year was listening to the Random Rantor. Our good friend from Western Canada lives on the prairies. Just a guy. Doesn't work for any party or not involved in politics.

Has a tough job. Travels a lot. Meets a lot of people. Talks to a lot of people. I find someone who has a real good sense of the country at times. Anyway, here's his last. The last rant of 2025, our friend, our friend, the random ranter. Here we go.

Since Christmas is coming and this is my last official rant of the year, I promised Peter I would keep it to a hopeful note. But before I can get there, let me get some snark out of my system by looking. back at some of the changes that have happened in the last year. Because 2025 was a real doozy. In Canadian politics, it's been out with the old and in with the new. Trudeau has been banished to some island with Katie Perry. Jugmeet Singh has not been as lucky as that. And Pollyev? I don't know how best to describe his position. There's just so many analogies. Is he dying on the vine? Is he a dead man walking? Is he at the end of his rope or all? borrowed time? No matter the analogy, it sure looks like it could be curtains for him. Or wait,

he just hides behind those, right? I get my analogies mixed up sometimes, but no matter how you cut it, 2025 was definitely a tough one for Canada. From the 51st state rhetoric to the tariffs, our relationship with the United States was forever upended and our very existence threatened. The hardest part of it for me to grasp is that it's all happened in less than a year of Trump 2.0. That's right. It's been less than a year of Trump. Describing the guy as a whirlwind of destruction is a huge understatement. But as a nation, Canadians have rallied in the face of his attacks. Well, we haven't managed to be elbows up on everything.

We've never been knees down on anything. And that's saying something. because 2025 was a hard test. And in the face of all the adversity, our resilience has shone through. And that's great because I really think we're going to need it. I want to be positive. I mean, I did promise Peter, but I got to say, 2026 does not look good to me.

I think this is the year where we start to really feel the hurt. I mean, economies are like big ships. They take time and a lot of force to turn. and the market forces of 2025, they were a lot. 2026 sure seems like the time where we're going to feel the full effects. And honestly, I don't see things getting better in the short term. I mean, does anyone believe Trump will reverse course on anything? If the Supreme Court rules against his tariffs, he'll just find another way, or simply defy them.

At this point, I think he's a ticking time bomb of constitutional crisis, set to the to go off the first time he gets a hard no from anyone. You'd have to think with everything going on down there, from the racism, to the ice raids, from the war crimes, to the war zone that could be Venezuela, to the cost of groceries, to the cost of cars. At some point, the American people just have to snap out of their malaise, put down their Doritos, and respond. When that happens, it's anyone's bet how it will play out. I know one. thing, though, it won't be a time to celebrate because a destabilized United States will bring with it new threats and new problems for Canada and for the world. But enough with the

negativity, because even though my moniker is the ranter, I'm really not that negative in real life. I'm really not even that serious. And I know sometimes I can sound smart on here, but I assure you, I once tried to make Rice Krispy Cake and involved a microwave. I've been foiled by a door that opened in instead of out. I once froze my tongue to a metal post, and I was 42. So my positive takeaway from this is that I could be totally wrong. It wouldn't be the first time, and honestly, I'm rooting for it. So Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and may 2026 be all that I think it won't.

This image is the 42-year-old ranter. His tongue stuck to a metal pole. One of the great fears of childhood, right? Being told, whatever you do, don't do that. Don't do that. All right. The random ranter puts it away for another year. We look forward to hearing him early in 2026.

Back to our letters. Rick McKendie in Gatnoe, back. My personal good news story of 2025 is that this year my son started teaching elementary school full time and my daughter started her residency in obstetrics at Memorial University in St. John's. I'm grateful that my adult children's careers will contribute to our communities by bringing babies into this world and then educating them. Their focus on future generations gives me hope. Cal Corley in Long Point, Port Rowan, Ontario, that's on the north shore of Lake Erie.

To me, the election of Prime Minister Mark Carney is 2025's defining moment amid a deteriorating global geopolitical and economic landscape, exemplified by a caustic isolationist U.S. national security strategy demanding strict allied alignment, Canada faces unprecedented challenges. Carney's globally respected character and deep economic expertise provide the singular leadership needed to navigate both this transactional era

as well as our domestic challenges. If you didn't hear the first half of the program, I'd suggest you'd check it out because I did make. Clearly, a lot of people are putting a great hope in the leadership of Mark Carney after an election year. there's a lot of expectation. This will be the year that a lot of Canadians

will want to see the results of that expectation, or at least some results from that expectation. And we'll see how that works out. Kay Crawford in Cambridge, Ontario, in my volunteer work with Coortha Land Trust, I've had the absolute pleasure to work alongside not just other enthusiastic retirees, but also university-age students

from nearby Trent University. The energy and commitment of these young people for the preservation of nature has been thrilling and so encouraging. With so much bad news about climate change, the work of land trusts, and there are thousands of volunteers across Canada are quietly and gradually adding to the inventory of wildlife corridors and protected natural places in Canada for future generations to enjoy. Frank Wang in Surrey, B.C. Frank writes, The best news story of the year was when the whole country rallied around the flag. We cheered on Team Canada during the four nations face-off,

booed the American anthem, and even started checking labels while shopping. That level of patriotism was something this nation hasn't seen in a long time. While it has worn off a bit since then, this moment will have lasting impacts on consumer spending and business decisions in the future. Lisi Legg in Calgary Coquoned in my duvet, early morning with winter,

locked outside the door. Warm in the stillness with the gentle snoring of man and dog, grateful for Canada, for its foresight to protect the vulnerable, manage the rich resources, safeguard the beauty of the land and other big things taken for granted. Appreciative of national treasures, Atwood, Stein, who take us to the heart of the matter. At this moment, untouched by events, safe and snug.

That's a great image. John Minchell in Comox Valley, BC. I don't have a happy news event of 2025. As for the best thing that happened to me in 2020, that's hard, probably going to the Victoria Highland Games around Victoria Day. It's the longest continuously running Highland Games in Canada, and I go and enjoy it each year with my cousin. It is indeed long-running.

The 2025 games were the 162nd edition. That's impressive. Brian Keller in Calgary. After a couple of tough years, I lost my parents in 23 and 24. 2025 was a good year. I was able to retire after my 60th birthday and did some traveling. Getting to see Newfoundland had been on my bucket list for many years, and it didn't disappoint.

I'm looking forward to more travel. Newfoundland is such a great place. So many things to see. The people are fantastic. And we're lucky. We really are lucky. Lawrence Rainey in Muscoe, Ontario. The best thing about 2025 is what I was thankful for at Thanksgiving.

That Canada avoided a right-wing populist government in this year's deletion. It gives me hope for our country, our kids, our grandkids, that in future decades, we can hold on to our tolerance and decency. John Kelly in St. Andrews, New Brunswick. I voted liberal, NDP, and Green over time. What makes me happy this year is that Canada is coming to the realization that we have the potential to be an agra-aqua natural resource powerhouse. We have an opportunity to show the world how a sustainable socio-economic environment

that respects the status and role of indigenous people can be achieved with this as the base. Norma Jack in Stowville, Ontario. Many good things happened this year. It was amazing to see so many Canadians doing their best to buy Canadian goods, but for me, apart from the health and happiness of my grandchildren, one thing stands out. Mark Carney being elected as Prime Minister,

I really felt and still do feel he will bring Canadians through this difficult time. Christine Franson in Dundas, Ontario. I'm very happy that you. Canada came together to support the Blue Jays. My heart felt full, reading so much of the positive chatter online, it was the one event that a united our country in a time that seems so divisive. Signed, Bo Bichette. Patrick Colpitz in Winnipeg.

This past year has allowed me the realization as to how fortunate my wife and I are to live so close to our grandkids. School walks, daycare drop-offs, local bakery visits. playgrounds and hockey rinks give us precious time with them. We are so fortunate to see our grandkids learn and grow into the very special people that they are becoming. Experience Slovenia and Prague were also special highlights of 2025. Bud Saddiger in Penticton, BC.

My happiest memories of 2025 surround the brilliant Blue Jays season, While the team's name is the Toronto Blue Jays, the reality is that they are Canada's Blue Jays as their legions of fans spread from coast to coast to coast. They are a lesson for us all, showing what we can accomplish when we work together. Go Jays go. Sign Bo Bichette.

Marilyn Sewell in Paris, Ontario. This year it's been a real pleasure to watch Premier Wob Canoe of Manitoba in action. He demonstrates compassion, conviction, and respect. He's proud of his heritage, his province, and his country, as an example to all of us as we offer our leadership in various ways in our communities. James Hutchengen, in Ottawa. In 2025, it was a Canadian success in sports. We all remember McDavid's Golden Goal in February.

feeling like a national heartbeat. But it was rugby that amplified those emotions for me, the women's battle to the World Cup final in England, and the men are returning to the tournament after missing the last one. Women athletics have carried so much of the growth of Canada's sports. They deserve our gratitude and support. Here, here. Robert Ong in Toronto was the entire World Series run

between the Blue Jays and the Dodgers. This whole series was a dream. dream come true as these two teams represent cities that my family has deep ties to going back decades. This experience will be a bonding moment between my family here in southern Ontario and my relatives in Southern California for many years to come. Are you ready? Sing along with me here. Sign, Bo Bichet.

Kathy Hanley in Brayshore, Nova Scotia. Happiness in 2025, hitting a golf ball high and straight with that special pop or skiing the first run of the day before anyone as you carve your path in fresh snow. But this year was extra special. My husband and I celebrated 50 years of marriage. My husband jokingly loves saying it's more like 60

with the wind chill factor, but we still enjoyed a lovely, the celebration with family and friends. That is happiness. Josh Winters in Surrey, BC. What made me happy this year was that even amongst all the great tragedies

and horrors we witnessed this year, like the Bondi Beach shooting in Australia, acts of heroism and selflessness still happen, like Ahmed El Ahmed, a Muslim man, who injured himself, the gun off that shooter. He put himself at great risk to save the lives of strangers trying to celebrate Hanukkah. Stories like this give me hope for humanity. Al Ahmed was shot multiple times in the left arm, apparently by the second gunman in the attack. He has already undergone

surgery and more operations are scheduled. He apparently faces at least six months of recovery. I'm sure you've seen the images, the video. You know, if you're like me, you often, you know, you'll see a story like that or read about a story like that and you'll ask yourself quietly in a moment of being alone, you'll say, what would I have done? Could I have done that? You know, we all want to be, Ahmed al-Ahmat. but would we

Shannon Bradley Green in Cochran Alberta In 2025 I was privileged to travel to Cuba and connect with professional singers through the group Canada Cuba They connect groups of Canadians Most often school groups But adults as well

With Cuban music and sports groups The joy I felt singing Both English and Spanish With the fabulously talented Cuban singers was immense. Listening to the pathos of life in Cuba through the music made me grateful for everything Canadian.

Suzanne Shear in Aurelia, Ontario. One of the best things for me personally was getting in touch with my old neighbor in Halifax. It had been 20 years, but we just picked up where we left off and spent the next five hours talking non-stop. We also stopped by our

old neighborhood for some memorable selfies. Old friends. So fun. Here's your last one. Shameless. Shameless on my part for reading it, but hey, what the heck. It's my show. Graham McIntyre in Coquitlam, B.C. My happiest moment of 2025? It's got to be the Peter Moosebridge cameo in Zootopia, too. I get in a lot of letters about Sutopia, too. People writing and saying how they took their kids or their grandkids and how much fun it was and how they enjoyed it as well. They didn't sleep through it.

They actually watched it and enjoyed it as much as the kids did. You see, they've Air Canada planes, some of the Air Canada planes. I've got Zootopia characters on the side of the plane. obviously Disney you know saw it as an ad opportunity three characters guess which one is in the middle

Peter Moosebridge you gotta love it yes my my 10 seconds hopefully it will be another Academy Award nomination for Zootopia

they won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature for Zooture Zootopia 1. Will they win it for Zootopia 2? Will I be able to say I've been in two Oscar winning films? Oh dear.

That's it for your turn. For this week, I hope you enjoyed it. I hope you have found happiness in this year that has been so difficult for so many of us. I hope there were glimmers of hope and happiness that you found. A reminder that tomorrow on our last edition of 2025 Bob Ray will be our guest on Good Talk

and looking forward to talking to the former UN ambassador, the former Ontario Premier, the former interim national liberal leader, the former Ontario MP. There's always so much to talk to Bob Ray about the past and the present and we'll touch on the future. That's tomorrow with Bob Ray. Both Chantelle and Bruce are off for this week.

And then we're off for two weeks. And during those two weeks, we'll have some great encore editions of the program, including the Moore Butts Conversations. They're always extremely popular in the encore editions. But others as well, some authors, some good moments from the program in the past. So I hope you'll join us for those. But starting off, join us. tomorrow. Bob Ray's our guest on Good Talk. I'm Peter Mansbridge. Thanks so much for listening

today. We'll talk to you again in less than 24 hours.