Big Ideas Season 1 • TV Show
Seasons of Big Ideas
Big Ideas currently has 8 seasons and 62 episodes. The series is currently marked as "Returning Series". The most recently aired episode came out in 2013.
Big Ideas Season 2 • TV Show
Big Ideas Season 2
Big Ideas Season 3 • TV Show
Big Ideas Season 3
Big Ideas Season 6 • TV Show
Big Ideas Season 6
Big Ideas Season 10 • TV Show
Big Ideas Season 10
Big Ideas Season 11 • TV Show
Big Ideas Season 11
Big Ideas Season 12 • TV Show
Big Ideas Season 12
Big Ideas Season 13 • TV Show
Big Ideas Season 13
When is the next season of Big Ideas coming out?
Big Ideas is listed as an ongoing series with a "Returning Series" production status, but the next episode or season has not yet been given a firm air date in the official schedule. The most recent episode aired on January 4, 2013, so any future release date is likely to fall after that. Looking at previous seasons, gaps between seasons have often been well over a year, so it may take some time before the next season arrives.
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What is Big Ideas about?
Big Ideas is a Canadian television series produced and broadcast by TVOntario, on the air since 2001. The program showcases public intellectual culture. It was conceived by Wodek Szemberg who continues to serve as producer of the program. The show presents public lectures by acclaimed university educators and other distinguished guests. The show is intended for a general audience. The original host, Irshad Manji, was succeeded by Canadian actor/director/playwright Andrew Moodie on 2006-01-07. In September 2011 Piya Chattopadhyay took over as host. Big Ideas airs on TVOntario on Saturday and Sunday at 5 PM, with repeat airings at 5:00 AM on Sunday and Monday morning. In 2007, Big Ideas held its Best Lecturer competition for the second time. Dr. Michael Persinger, from Laurentian University, received the best-lecturer award. Podcasts of the current lectures are available through the Big Ideas website as well as from iTunes. It blends documentary elements. The series reflects a distinct Canada style and perspective. The story is shaped by its creator, Wodek Szemberg.
Release pattern and schedule for Big Ideas
Big Ideas has been releasing episodes between December 2001 and January 2013 across 8 seasons. So far there are 62 released episodes, giving you plenty of story to catch up on before the next drop. Historically there have been longer waits of around 19 months between seasons, which can explain why some fans search early for hints about the next release. Until a new date appears, January 2013 remains the latest confirmed release window for the show.
