Ideas

Ideas

CBC

1972 - A machine that could save us from war — and global warming

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.

1972 - A machine that could save us from war — and global warming
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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

1972-

A machine that could save us from war — and global warming

Fri, 10 Apr 2026
1971-

The complex legacy of the first European 'slave castle'

Thu, 09 Apr 2026
1970-

Worst marriage ever! The story of Jason and Medea

Wed, 08 Apr 2026
1969-

How Stephen Lewis helped changed the world's mind about AIDS

Tue, 07 Apr 2026
1968-

Legends and facts of the shapeshifting Queen of Sheba

Mon, 06 Apr 2026