Ideas
CBCIDEAS is a place for people who like to think. If you value deep conversation and unexpected reveals, this show is for you. From the roots and rise of authoritarianism to near-death experiences to the history of toilets, no topic is off-limits. Hosted by Nahlah Ayed, we’re home to immersive documentaries and fascinating interviews with some of the most consequential thinkers of our time.
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 248 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||
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- Absent ideas
Ideas was once a challenging hour of exploration. Now it’s an hour of constructing straw men to knock over. Critical engagement is absent. I say this as someone who generally agrees with many of the positions - but people want genuine engagement not Sunday school indoctrination. I want to wrestle with ideas not be spoon fed a perspective.
Apple Podcasts1Blaine oh
Canadaa month ago - Work in progress
I never missed Ideas back when Paul Kennedy was host. He left and the series changed considerably: from riveting and informative to ridiculous topics and presenter’s growing pains. I stopped listening for a while but have returned hoping quality has returned. Not horrible but it’s such fluff. Wish CBC would make entire Ideas (and “Q” for that matter) archive accessible; I’d re-listen to the old episodes in a heartbeat.
Apple Podcasts2Mag 101Canada2 months ago - Frustrating waiting for part 2
I find it frustrating waiting for a month now for part 2 of the doc on billionaires to be posted. We should be told when to expect part 2 or 3 of whatever documentary and not be left in limbo checking all the time and not knowing. This is turning me off the podcast
Apple Podcasts3mathgirlmarieCanada3 months ago - Israel bias
Had an Israeli on to discuss Palestine…no pushback no alternative views allowed. Just Hasbara
Apple Podcasts1greengroundsCanada3 months ago - Amazing program
This one is for the real heads
Apple Podcasts5jajagabourCanada3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #78 | Canada/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #10 | Canada/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #230 |  Hong Kong/Society & Culture |
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What is Ideas about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This program consistently explores big ideas across culture, history, politics, and science through in-depth interviews and documentary-style storytelling. Episodes often thread historical context with contemporary relevance, featuring scholars, journalists, policymakers, and voice-of-experience guests who illuminate complex topics—from Pan-Africanism and Indigenous sovereignty to the evolution of celebrity, climate resilience, and social justice. A standout aspect is how the show makes academic concepts accessible to a general audience, while maintaining rigorous analysis and diverse perspectives. Listeners can expect thoughtful debate, fresh historical angles, and uncovering underrepresented viewpoints, all brought to life by meticulous r... more
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1. Stasia Bogdan
2. Joseph Bogdan
3. Zahreen Tereftar
4. Elizabeth Bogdan
5. Nick Thoburn
6. Tony Bowron
7. Jasper Humphries
8. Thaddeus Hellonia
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