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In Bed with the Elephant

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Iran
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Israel
United States
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Donald Trump
Palestine
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Climate Change
Parliament
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Avi Lewis
Black Lives Matter Canada
Gaza City
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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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Todd Dufresne is a professor of Philosophy at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay Ontario. He’s the author of thirteen books including The Democracy of Suffering: Life on the Edge of Catastrophe, Philosophy in the Anthropocene. Dufresne is an expert o... more

‘Tre'vell Anderson is an American journalist, critic and podcaster. They previously worked for the Los Angeles Times, Xtra, and Out. They’re  the recipient of  an NAACP Image Award and two GLAAD Media Award nominations for their writing. They co-host... more

The Halifax-born Shireen Ahmed is a multi-platform journalist, TEDx speaker, mentor, and an award-winning sports activist. She’s a co-creator and co-host of the feminist podcast “Burn It All Down.” She teaches Journalism and Sports Media at Toronto M... more

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

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Recent Guests

Tre'vell Anderson
American journalist, critic, and podcaster; executive director of the Trans Journalists Association
Trans Journalists Association
Episode: Trans Lives in an Age of Erasure w/ Tre'vell Anderson
Shireen Ahmed
Canadian sports journalist, TEDx speaker, co-host of Burn It All Down
CBC (former senior contributor) / Toronto Metropolitan University (teacher)
Episode: Corruption, Hypocrisy & Joy: The FIFA World Cup w/ Shireen Ahmed
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

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Adrian Harewood
Host of In Bed with the Elephant

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 57 ratings
  • Powerful podcast

    A brilliant episode. It offers a deeply informative and moving look into transgender lives. I learned much. Tre’vell is extraordinary and Adrian’s questions brought out their life experience in a very real way, as well as their inner strength and resilience. Adrian’s last question about what they saw for the future was inspiring — they spoke of possibility, creativity and loving ways of being with each other.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WakefieldListener
    Canada24 days ago
  • Happy to hear Adrian Harewood!

    I’m listening to the latest episode interviewing Avi Lewis. And I’m so happy to hear Adrian Harwood again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vinny12345678910111213
    Canada2 months ago
  • 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
    Canada3 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////////
    Canada4 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
    Canada5 months ago

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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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A hard-hitting current affairs show that pairs veteran journalism with bold guests to unpack power dynamics shaping Canada and beyond. Across episodes, conversations orbit politics, media accountability, climate action, international relations, and social justice, with a focus on how institutions—government, corporations, and media—impact everyday life. The host is known for thoughtful, well-prepared questioning that pushes guests to name specifics, critique power, and connect historical context to present-day policy and culture. Noteworthy elements include in-depth analyses from academics and journalists, fearless discussions of contentious issues, and a commitment to nuance over partisan soundbites, making it valuable for listeners who cr... more

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