Big Thinking Podcast

Big Thinking Podcast

Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences

Episodes 31
Avg. Duration 31m
Activity Highly Active
Since Nov 2022
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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The Big Thinking Podcast is the podcast of the Federation for the Humanities and Social Sciences, featuring some of the most interesting and innovative people in the humanities and social sciences in conversation about their research on important issues of our time.

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Nourishing Black scholarship, nurturing collective joy

Feb 27, 2026 28m

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…

As global tensions intensify, can Canada maintain its Women, Peace, and Security commitments?

Jan 29, 2026 28m

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…

What does Canada gain when postsecondary connects?

Nov 28, 2025 39m

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…

L’interdisciplinarité au service des dépendances comportementales

Sep 26, 2025 31m

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…

Génération connectée : les jeunes face aux dilemmes éthiques du numérique

Aug 29, 2025 34m

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…

Pride and profit: The politics of corporate allyship

Jul 28, 2025 43m

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…

Le nouvel art de se présenter aux élections

Apr 30, 2025 31m

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…

Wildfires: charting the path forward

Mar 26, 2025 34m

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…

Digital politics in the age of AI

Feb 27, 2025 32m

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…

Comprendre les racines de l'extrémisme au Québec

Jan 22, 2025 36m

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,…

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Post-Secondary Research System

Dec 18, 2024 31m

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,…

Navigating Canada's immigration and education nexus

Dec 06, 2024 36m

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…

Congrès en Conversation - Partie III avec Aliyah Datoo

Jun 28, 2024 17m

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…

Congress in Conversation - Part II with Kshamta Hunter

Jun 19, 2024 25m

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…

Congress in Conversation - Part I with Christopher Dietzel

Jun 15, 2024 26m

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…

S3E5 Redefining the Canadian housing paradigm - Part II

Dec 15, 2023 35m Transcript

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…

S3E4 Redefining the Canadian housing paradigm - Part I

Dec 08, 2023 32m Transcript

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…

S3E3 Droit de l'intelligence artificielle : l'importance d'une régulation juste

Dec 01, 2023 27m Transcript

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…

S3E2 She-cession: unveiling the pandemic's impact on women in the workforce

Nov 24, 2023 34m Transcript

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,…

S3E1 Reconciliation as an everyday practice

Nov 17, 2023 29m Transcript

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…

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