Ideas

Ideas

CBC

1963 - Why everything you thought about earthworms is wrong

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.

1963 - Why everything you thought about earthworms is wrong
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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.

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1963-

Why everything you thought about earthworms is wrong

Mon, 30 Mar 2026
1962-

Why is bombing civilians still a military tactic?

Thu, 26 Mar 2026
1961-

Why we should 'fight like hell' against Big AI

Wed, 25 Mar 2026
1960-

The common ground of fact and fiction can be powerful

Tue, 24 Mar 2026
1959-

When a poem changes your life

Mon, 23 Mar 2026