Big Thinking Podcast
Episodes
36 episodes
More than a game: Finding belonging through soccer
Soccer is often described as the world's game. It crosses borders and brings people together through languages and cultures in ways few other sports can. And every four years, the FIFA World Cup turns that connection into a global spectacle, dr...
Turning research into action on student homelessness
Those who’ve completed a degree in Canada know that it’s a demanding experience, but for many students without safe or stable housing, the challenge is even greater.Right now across the country, some students are balancing coursework wit...
Trouver la joie dans un monde en crise
Comment continuer à vivre, à espérer, à aimer alors que notre époque semble entrer dans une suite de crises climatiques, sociales, politiques et humaines? Nicolas Langelier, journaliste, chroniqueur et éditeur et fondateur de l’entreprise socia...
Minoritaire, pas marginale : la force de la recherche francophone
Alors que le Canada cherche à affirmer son rôle comme chef de file en recherche et innovation, une question essentielle se pose : quelle place accorde-t-on à la recherche en français, particulièrement en dehors du Québec? Trop souvent ignorées,...
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Desire, disability, and the myths around intimacy
Across healthcare, education, and advocacy, many assumptions about disability are being challenged and, in some cases, dismantled. Among them are questions related to intimate relationships and sexuality, where stigma can get in the way of safe...
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Nourishing Black scholarship, nurturing collective joy
Something remarkable happens when spaces are allowed to feel more human—when they are welcoming, grounded in care, and shaped with intention. When there’s time to sit together, perhaps good food on the table, and an openness that feels closer t...
As global tensions intensify, can Canada maintain its Women, Peace, and Security commitments?
As global conflicts intensify, the federal government is being forced to make hard choices about security, defense spending, and values. These choices raise a pressing question: can the country maintain its commitment to Women, Peace, and...
What does Canada gain when postsecondary connects?
Canada’s future is being written in the places where people learn and in how those places connect. If collaboration holds the key to shaping that future, how do we begin unlocking its full potential?Listen to our new Big Thinking Podcast...
L’interdisciplinarité au service des dépendances comportementales
Pourquoi est-il essentiel de croiser les regards, les expertises et les méthodologies de différents domaines pour mieux comprendre la complexité des défis en matière de santé publique? Quels sont les bénéfices concrets observés lorsque des cher...
Génération connectée : les jeunes face aux dilemmes éthiques du numérique
Bienvenue au Congrès en conversation, une série spéciale présentée par le balado Voir Grand et La Conversation Canada, où nous invitons des intervenant.e.s clés du Congrès 2025 à partager leurs recherches et leurs expériences dans le contexte d...
Pride and profit: The politics of corporate allyship
Welcome to Congress in Conversation, a special series presented by the Big Thinking Podcast and The Conversation Canada, where we convene key voices at Congress 2025 to share their research and experiences within the context of our theme Refram...
Le nouvel art de se présenter aux élections
Que ce soit en pleine campagne électorale ou entre deux scrutins, les politiciennes, politiciens et partis politiques ne quittent jamais vraiment la scène publique, qui est aujourd’hui devenue numérique. Ce mois-ci sur le balado Voi...
Wildfires: charting the path forward
In this episode of the Big Thinking Podcast, we dive into the complex world of wildfire research in Canada. Wildfires are becoming more frequent and intense, and understanding their causes and effects is more important than ever. What is the sc...
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Digital politics in the age of AI
In this episode, we’re exploring the ever-growing impact of artificial intelligence on digital politics and media. From shaping political campaigns to influencing public discourse, AI is transforming the way we engage with politics.Karin...
Comprendre les racines de l'extrémisme au Québec
La montée des groupes radicaux au Québec et au Canada est-il un phénomène isolé, ou le miroir d'une inquiétante tendance mondiale? Dans cet épisode, nous explorons la définition de l'extrémisme, ainsi que les idéologies et l'impact croissant de...
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Post-Secondary Research System
Earlier this year, the Council of Canadian Academies released its report “Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Post-Secondary Research System.” The report examines measures that can enhance EDI, the benefits and challenges of implementing the...
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Navigating Canada's immigration and education nexus
In this episode, we’re exploring a topic that has grabbed headlines across Canada over this past year – the cap on international students enrolled in our colleges and universities, and the ripple effect it’s having on higher education and immig...
Congrès en Conversation - Partie III avec Aliyah Datoo
Bienvenue au Congrès en Conversation, une série spéciale présentée par le balado Voir Grand et la Conversation Canada, dans laquelle nous invitons les chercheur.euse.s qui participent au Congrès à partager leurs recherches et leurs expériences ...
Congress in Conversation - Part II with Kshamta Hunter
Welcome to Congress in Conversation, a special series presented by the Big Thinking Podcast in partnership with The Conversation Canada where we convene researchers presenting at Congress 2024 to share their research and experiences within the ...
Congress in Conversation - Part I with Christopher Dietzel
Welcome to Congress in Conversation, a special series presented by the Big Thinking Podcast in partnership with The Conversation Canada where we convene researchers presenting at Congress 2024 to share their research and experiences within the ...
Redefining the Canadian housing paradigm - Part II
The intersection of climate change and housing crisis in Canada forms a pressing challenge, as extreme weather events become more frequent. Recent wildfires and events like the Saint-John River flood not only jeopardize housing stru...
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Redefining the Canadian housing paradigm - Part I
The Canadian housing crisis is more than a financial challenge; it's a societal concern with deep-seated roots. The crisis has far-reaching consequences: escalating homes prices, limited affordable housing, and the impact of the pan...
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Droit de l'intelligence artificielle : l'importance d'une régulation juste
Est-ce que ChatGPT, DALL-E et Midjourney vous dit quelque chose? Ces plates-formes sont quelques exemples parmi de nombreux nouveaux logiciels d'intelligence artificielle qui voient le jour actuellement. Durant ces dernières années,...
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She-cession: unveiling the pandemic's impact on women in the workforce
Historically, most recessions have been described as being "he-cessions"; most jobs lost were male dominated industries, and the women led sectors shortly followed.When the Covid-19 pandemic started, women's employment was hit especially...
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Reconciliation as an everyday practice
In 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission released its First Report which documented the experiences of more than 6,000 witnesses who survived living in residential schools as students. Eight years later, it is important to assess what p...
