How an IDEAS episode on traffic changed a doctor's practice
6/1/202654 min
Not many people like to think about traffic but Joanna Oda says this very topic on IDEAS in 2005 permanently changed the way she views medical care as a doctor. "It helped me understand how things that make sense for you as an individual contribute to a collective problem." She adds, the episode introduced her to the idea that one car has a big impact.
This episode is the first episode in our special week-long series to mark our 60th anniversary. It originally aired on Dec. 1, 2025.
Listen to other episodes in this series:
The time when a guest said, "I love you!"
CBC Massey Lecturers reveal how the talks changed them
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Speaker 20:29
This is a CBC podcast.
Speaker 30:35
Ah, now when did I first become aware of Ideas? It's been around for so long that it's simply part of what I listen to.
Nahlah Ayed· Host0:42
It's astonishing to say these words out loud, but Ideas has been on the air now for 60 years.
Speaker 50:51
I actually think 60 years sounds really young, considering what a timeless aura Ideas has. I hear 60 years, and I think this is just the beginning. You're just getting your groove on.
Nahlah Ayed· Host1:03
Our groove began in 1965, a pivotal year for Canada and Canadian identity.
Lester B. Pearson· Soundbite1:10
Under this flag, may our youth find new inspiration for loyalty to Canada.
Nahlah Ayed· Host1:20
Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson introduces the new Canadian flag in February 1965.
Lester B. Pearson· Soundbite1:28
God bless Canada.