Ideas

Ideas

CBC

2010 - Why joy is most valuable when it's in public

IDEAS 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.


With an award-winning team, our podcast has proud roots in its 60-year history with CBC Radio, exploring the IDEAS that make us who we are. 


New episodes drop Monday through Friday at 5pm ET.

2010 - Why joy is most valuable when it's in public
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IDEAS 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.


With an award-winning team, our podcast has proud roots in its 60-year history with CBC Radio, exploring the IDEAS that make us who we are. 


New episodes drop Monday through Friday at 5pm ET.

Episodes

2010-

Why joy is most valuable when it's in public

Thu, 11 Jun 2026
2009-

'When I'm bad, I'm better' – The revolutionary Mae West

Wed, 10 Jun 2026
2008-

Who's the hero when the choice is impossible?

Tue, 09 Jun 2026
2007-

The Billionaire Age Pt 3 | How oligarchs are taking over the world

Mon, 08 Jun 2026
2006-

Confronting 'Housing Inc.' | Meet the 2026 CBC Massey Lecturer

Mon, 08 Jun 2026