The Bridgehead

Jonathon Van Maren

Welcome to The Bridgehead! A place for insightful and thought-provoking discussions on pressing cultural issues from a Christian perspective. We provide a consistent perspective on a world undergoing rapid societal change. Join Jonathon to learn what it means to live in a post-Christian age, how these changes have come about, and how Christians can effectively respond to these issues.

  1. 2025-12-22

    2025 Year End Q&A - The Bridgehead Backstage

    In this year-end episode only available in audio, Jonathon’s producer joins to discuss some of the most significant events of 2025.  Topics covered include the Trump administration’s legislation, Bill C-218, the assassination of Charlie Kirk & the ongoing feud on the right, the rise of antisemitism, and the potential impact of the UK’s porn ban on society. If you enjoyed this episode and would like more long-form Q&As, please reach out to production@thebridgehead.ca to let us know. Related resources: The profane (yet illuminating) Nick Fuentes clip: https://x.com/whitesocksclips/status/1906810645376553398 Resources relating to porn addiction: General resources on breaking free from pornography and raising your children porn-free, please visit: https://intothelightministries.ca/  On dealing with female porn addiction: https://thebridgehead.ca/2025/01/03/watch-breaking-the-silence-on-female-porn-addiction-karen-potter/  The Paul Lavergne Therapist episodes (available on other podcast platforms too, under the Van Maren Show):  Part 1: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7srWjctVrwyU20tqYboMxX?si=HAjS-DI2Q_KgAuy1Z7otSw Part 2: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6QlekdVOhfVgnrWK2rHeS7?si=Sl9qymG7TkicZ4yI6FffKg

    1h 29m
  2. Parliament DEBATES Euthanasia for Mental Illness | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 55

    2025-12-11

    Parliament DEBATES Euthanasia for Mental Illness | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 55

    Jonathon looks at the debate on December 5 in the House of Commons on Bill C-218: the Right to Recover Act. Andrew Lawton's I Got Better Campaign: https://andrewlawtonmp.ca/c218/ Please also contact your MP to ask them to support Bill C-218. ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7 _________ #cdnpoli #houseofcommons #BillC218

    27 min
  3. Carney Moves One Step Closer to BANNING Bible Passages | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 54

    2025-12-04

    Carney Moves One Step Closer to BANNING Bible Passages | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 54

    Jonathon looks at the removal of the "good faith" portion of Bill C-9 by the Liberals after pressure from the Bloc Quebecois. Previous Coverage: https://youtu.be/lCezaoVcHzw ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7 ————— You can find “The Bridgehead with Jonathon Van Maren” podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Rumble, or wherever you listen to podcasts. The Bridgehead on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mWXT52Dpaf6QPg7plWJl6  The Bridgehead on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-bridgehead/id1751566743  Other Podcast Platforms: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2372829 _________ #marcmiller #cdnpoli #christianity

    24 min
  4. Danielle Smith: Future of the Conservative Movement? | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 53

    2025-11-27

    Danielle Smith: Future of the Conservative Movement? | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 53

    Jonathon looks at Premier Smith's use of the nothwithstanding clause, and how her governing strategy could be implemented Canada-wide in light of her actions to stand up for Albertan children against LGBT+ extremism. Next, Jonathon looks at the national abortion debate sparked by RightNow's undercover videos exposing late-term abortion in Canada. Finally, fantastic news out of Europe, where Slovenia has decisively rejected euthanasia and Prince Albert of Monaco vetoes expanded abortion legislation. ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7 ______________ #CdnPoli #DanielleSmith #AbortionDebate

    32 min
  5. Undercover Investigation: HEALTHY Late-term Babies ABORTED in Canada | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 52

    2025-11-20

    Undercover Investigation: HEALTHY Late-term Babies ABORTED in Canada | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 52

    Jonathon looks at the undercover journalism by Alissa Golob and RightNow in regards to late-term abortion access in Canada. You can visit https://www.itstartsrightnow.ca/ to learn more about RightNow and the investigation. Toronto Cabbagetown Clinic Undercover Full Video: https://youtu.be/Na8xkiAET5A?si=CPTx-Nc-Aj2B5_He Montreal Clinic Undercover Full Video: https://youtu.be/7QUkPflqm5Y?si=J6GcQsRAoPV2Ts5G Vancouver Clinic Undercover Full Video: https://youtu.be/Vyv1I9GOVJ8?si=bSpeIW670sHjXfYZ Born-alive abortions in Quebec and Canada: https://thebridgehead.ca/2025/05/07/born-alive-stillbirth-abortions-increased-in-canada-again-in-2023-and-2024/ ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7 ————— #undercoverjournalism #cdnpoli

    20 min
  6. The First Major P*rn Ban in the West | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 51

    2025-11-13

    The First Major P*rn Ban in the West | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 51

    Jonathon discusses the UK's ground-breaking move to become the first Western country in decades to pass a significant ban on specific types of p*rnography. The new legislation includes criminalizing p*rnography featuring strangulation or suffocation, commonly known as 'choking p*rn', and mandates tech platforms to block such content from UK users. Second, Jonathon looks at moves made by Kazakhstan and other countries to stop external Western indoctrination via LGBTQ propaganda. ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7 ————— #PornBan #UKNews #PornKillsLove

    27 min
  7. Will the Liberals Come for Your Bible? | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 50

    2025-11-06

    Will the Liberals Come for Your Bible? | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 50

    Jonathon looks at Liberal MP Marc Miller’s controversial assertion that certain Bible passages constitute “hate speech,” amidst discussions of Bill C-9, Canada’s “Combatting Hate Act.” Second, he looks at a recent Canadian Supreme Court ruling that overturns mandatory minimum sentences for possessing or distributing child pornography. ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7 ————— #MarcMiller #CdnPoli #ChristianityinCanada

    26 min
  8. Brazil Launches AI TRACKER to HUNT LGBT Critics | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 49

    2025-10-30

    Brazil Launches AI TRACKER to HUNT LGBT Critics | Bridgehead Briefing Ep. 49

    Jonathon covers the alarming launch of Brazil’s AI-powered ‘Platform of Respect’ aimed at prosecuting critics of LGBT+ ideology.  He also looks at the embarrassing performance of the Vancouver Park Board in apologizing for a Harry Potter-themed event at Stanley Park over author JK Rowling’s views. Thirdly, Jonathon looks at Canada’s euthanasia regime - Danielle Smith’s positive directive about euthanasia for mental illness in Alberta, and another Canadian euthanasia horror story. For more information on Bill C-218 - the Right to Recover Act - and what you can do, visit igotbetter.ca or carenotkill.ca. Jonathon’s Interview with Isabella Cêpa: https://youtu.be/IhNQvH18XI8?si=3lwOJbZsHytoMi3b A previous episode covering Bill C-218: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qFmY7Xpb5L4&t=140s ————— You can find Jonathon’s book, “How We Got Here,” at the following locations: In Canada: On Amazon Canada: https://a.co/d/05YUPqU On thebridgehead.ca: https://thebridgehead.ca/product/how-we-got-here/ In the USA: On Amazon: https://a.co/d/66YAOI7 —————

    33 min
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Welcome to The Bridgehead! A place for insightful and thought-provoking discussions on pressing cultural issues from a Christian perspective. We provide a consistent perspective on a world undergoing rapid societal change. Join Jonathon to learn what it means to live in a post-Christian age, how these changes have come about, and how Christians can effectively respond to these issues.

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  • Creator
    Jonathon Van Maren
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    217
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 The Bridgehead
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