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In Bed with the Elephant

Ricochet Media
Canada
Iran
Sudan
Israel
United States
RCMP
Canary Mission
Donald Trump
Palestine
Mark Carney
Ronald Reagan
Climate Change
Parliament
Prime Ministers
Greenland
Avi Lewis
Black Lives Matter Canada
Gaza City
Civil Rights Movement
New Democratic Party (NDP)

What does it mean to share a bed with power, whether it’s a corporation or an empire, when every move it makes shakes your world?If that question keeps you up at night, In Bed with the Elephant is for you.This is where honest, challenging conversations happen — the kind that make you think, and maybe rethink what you thought you knew.Each week, veteran journalist and educator Adrian Harewood sits ... more

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Brett Popplewell travelled to Greenland in February to see how locals were responding to the US President’s threats to annex their country. He wrote a cover story about his experience for the June 2026 edition of the Walrus magazine.  It’s called “I ... more

After winning a decisive victory in the federal NDP leadership race in March 2026, Avi Lewis is now the head of a party that’s been experiencing hard times. The NDP hit rock bottom in the last federal election and were reduced to just 7 seats in the ... more

JDM Stewart is an acclaimed educator and historian. His first book is called Being Prime Minister. His most recent effort is a sweeping account of Canada’s 24 prime ministers, from John A. Macdonald, a Scottish born immigrant, to Mark Carney, a nativ... more

Nader Hashemi is Director of the Al-Waleed Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding, and an Associate Professor of Middle East and Islamic Politics at Georgetown University in Washing ton DC.

Born in Hamilton, Ontario he is a graduate of the Univers... more

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Recent Guests

Brett Popplewell
National Magazine award-winning writer; associate professor of journalism at Carleton University
Carleton University; The Walrus (writer)
Episode: Greenland, Trump's Threats & The Implications for Canada w/ Brett Popplewell
Avi Lewis
NDP leader, journalist, activist
New Democratic Party (federal)
Episode: Avi Lewis: Organizing the NDP to Power
James D.M. Stewart
Educator and historian; author of The Prime Ministers, Canada's Leaders and the Nation They Shaped
Self/Author
Episode: Why Canada's Prime Ministers Matter w/ J.D.M. Stewart
Nader Hashemi
Director of the Al-Waleed Center for Muslim-Christian Understanding; Associate Professor of Middle East and Islamic Politics at Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Episode: Why the U.S. always gets Iran wrong w/ Nader Hashemi
David Suzuki
Renowned Canadian geneticist, academic, author and environmentalist
Self/Guest on the show
Episode: David Suzuki at 90: On Canada, Climate and the Future
Andrew Cohen
Journalist, author and historian; professor of journalism at Carleton University
Various (noted in bio)
Episode: One Year of Mark Carney: Liberal? Polite Conservative? Pragmatist? w/ Andrew Cohen
Dimitri Lascaris
lawyer, activist, independent journalist
Reason to Resist (YouTube channel)
Episode: Report from Iran: w/ Canadian Journalist Dimitri Lascaris
Nora Loreto
Author of Take Back the Fight; host of Sandy and Nora Talk politics
Author/Media
Episode: PANEL: Reaction to Avi Lewis' NDP Victory
Judy Rebick
Writer, academic, former president of Canada's leading feminist organization
National Action Committee on the Status of Women (historical)
Episode: PANEL: Reaction to Avi Lewis' NDP Victory

Host

Adrian Harewood
Host of In Bed with the Elephant; veteran journalist/educator; Ricochet Media.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Wonderful podcast

    In Bed with the Elephant” by Adrian Harewood is one of the most thoughtful and intellectually engaging podcasts I’ve listened to in a long time. What makes this podcast stand out is its ability to explore complex political and historical issues with depth, nuance, and humanity. I especially appreciated the episodes discussing Israel, Palestine, and the history of the Israeli state, which offered perspectives and historical context that are often missing from mainstream media conversations.

    Adri... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alya azar
    Canada2 months ago
  • Invaluable insight

    Great way to dig a little deeper - wonderful conversations with fascinating people and always diving into issues that need to be discussed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aidan////////
    Canada3 months ago
  • Clear and interesting

    Thoughtful, clear, interesting. I’ve listened to 3 episodes so far and find them very informative. More Nora Loretto please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julinetrou
    Canada3 months ago
  • Interesting podcast

    I enjoyed the episode on book-banning. Very illuminating conversation. I recommend this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    egyuhfet
    Canada7 months ago
  • Courageous Conversations

    These are relevant, courageous, and important conversations for our current times. It offers insights on the societal chaos around us. Also, Harewood is clearly a veteran. He is skilled in guiding his guests down a particular path so that key issues are kept to the forefront. Yet, he manages to do so without intruding on his guests as they bring their stories to the public. Bravo!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adèle Chevalier
    Canada7 months ago

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Thoughtful, insightful conversations with durable analyses of Canadian and world issues.
Host guides guests with empathy and rigor, keeping discussions focused and informative.
Guests are high-caliber and bring diverse perspectives, making debates engaging and educational.
Listeners praise depth, nuance, and the ability to connect macro politics to everyday impacts.

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#210
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#177
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Why Canada's Prime Ministers Matter w/ J.D.M. Stewart
Q: Why is it important to know about Prime Ministers and their legacies?
Because their decisions shape the country's institutions, policy directions, and identity, and understanding both achievements and failures helps voters and citizens engage more thoughtfully with current governance.
Why Canada's Prime Ministers Matter w/ J.D.M. Stewart
Q: What does that Pearson quote mean to you?
It underscores the ambition and complexity of leadership; Pearson achieved major reforms in a short period, illustrating how a PM can shape national institutions and symbols even when governing in minority situations.
Imagining Indigenous futures and healthier relations with the Canadian state w/ Niigaan Sinclair
Q: There has been criticism of reconciliation promises during the campaign and beyond; how do you respond to concerns that promises haven't fully materialized?
While there have been failures and imperfect implementation, the core point is that momentum exists when Indigenous voices are present in leadership roles, enabling policies that address concrete needs like water rights, housing, and resource sharing.
Imagining Indigenous futures and healthier relations with the Canadian state w/ Niigaan Sinclair
Q: Niigaan, speaking of the centre, your most recent book, why conceive a politics centered in Indigenous knowledge as a path for Canada?
The book argues Winnipeg and its watershed history illuminate a broader future where Indigenous rights and governance are at the center of national decision making, creating a healthier relationship with the land and with Canadians overall.
(Re)considering Ed Broadbent in the age of fascism, AI & genocide w/ Luke Savage
Q: What are some things that you think this current edition of the NDP could learn from Ed Broadbent?
Savage notes that Broadbent wore his ideology on his sleeve and remained principled while communicating in accessible terms, arguing for a clear social democratic vision that addresses everyday concerns and explains how public goods can liberate people from market constraints.

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Hard-hitting conversations with top minds across politics, journalism, climate, and social issues, anchored by a veteran Canadian interviewer. Episodes tend to probe power structures, accountability, and the intersection of policy and lived experience, often challenging mainstream narratives and calling out inequities. Notable strengths include rigorous historical and contemporary context, guests who are highly knowledgeable in their fields, and a tendency to connect local Canadian issues to global dynamics. Listeners can expect deep-dive interviews, thoughtful follow-ups, and a willingness to name names and critique institutions when warranted. This show likely appeals to curious, civically engaged audiences who value investigative nuance ... more

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2. Avi Lewis
3. James D.M. Stewart
4. Nader Hashemi
5. David Suzuki
6. Andrew Cohen
7. Dimitri Lascaris
8. Nora Loreto

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