Monday, September 26
CLOSING THE BOOK
Ever since Gutenberg invented his press, books have been essential to western society. But with the explosion in electronic books and e-readers, are books, as we know them, going the way of 8-track tapes? CBC producer Sean Prpick goes between the covers of the question.

Tuesday, September 27
GAME, SET AND MATCH
Human loves and fears, and office politics too, are what drive the world of espionage in Len Deighton's great novels. A profile by Philip Coulter of one of the masters of the modern spy thriller.

Wednesday, September 28
IN THE VALLEY OF THE SHADOW
Harvard professor James Kugel is one of the world's leading biblical scholars. Ten years ago he was diagnosed with an aggressive cancer. His illness forced him to further reflect on themes he's been studying for decades - the nature of human spirituality and our changing conception of God.

Thursday, September 29
104 PALL MALL
Ever since it was founded in 1836, London's exclusive Reform Club has been a place where progressive people meet to discuss radical politics. There's also a considerable Canadian connection. IDEAS host Paul Kennedy takes a guided tour.

Friday, September 30
HOW THE WEST CAN HELP
Speaking in Vancouver, Sima Samar, Chairperson of the Afghanistan Independent Human Rights Commission, traces the recent history of conflict in Afghanistan. She also discusses the role of the international community in promoting human rights. Presented by the University of British Columbia School of Continuing Studies, the Laurier Institution, The Chan Centre for the Performing Arts and CBC Radio One.