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In Bed with the Elephant

Ricochet Media
Iran
RCMP
Canada
Canary Mission
Climate Change
Ronald Reagan
Mark Carney
Israel
Sudan
Black Lives Matter Canada
Avi Lewis
Book Banning
New Democratic Party (NDP)
Minneapolis
Donald Trump
Censorship
Press Freedom
United States
Liberal Party Of Canada
Anti-Semitism

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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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

2026 marks a milestone for David Suzuki. In March the renowned Canadian geneticist, academic, author and environmentalist turned 90 years old.  An iconic broadcaster, and uncompromising advocate for the sustainable future of the planet, he’s been Can... more

Andrew Cohen is a journalist, author, and historian. He was a  professor of journalism at Carleton University's School of Journalism and Norman Paterson School of International Affairs. Cohen has writ His books include A Deal Undone: The Making and B... more

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Recent Guests

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
Matt Fodor
Author of From Layton to Singh, on the NDP's internal dynamics
Author/Commentator
Episode: PANEL: Reaction to Avi Lewis' NDP Victory
Justin Brake
Newfoundland and Labrador-based journalist, editor-in-chief of The Independent (online publication)
The Independent (Ricochet Media affiliate)
Episode: Press Freedom on Trial in Canada w/ Justin Brake
Jeet Heer
National affairs correspondent for The Nation; host of The Time of Monsters
The Nation Magazine
Episode: What Trump means for Canada & The World w/ Jeet Heer
Marsha Lederman
Award-winning columnist for the Globe and Mail; author of October 7th, Searching for the Humanitarian Middle
Globe and Mail
Episode: Navigating life post-October 7th as a Jewish journalist w/ Marsha Lederman

Host

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

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • 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////////
    Canada2 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
    Canada2 months ago
  • Interesting podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    egyuhfet
    Canada5 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
    Canada6 months ago
  • This podcast serves a wider audience

    Every episode I’ve listened to feels organic…not scripted, not forced but rather a natural flow of dialogue that actually builds knowledge while keeping you fully engaged. Adrian is masterful…The questions are thoughtful, the exchanges are dynamic, and the topics feel incredibly timely and relevant to the moment we’re in.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MinervaSG
    Canada6 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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Talking Points

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Press Freedom on Trial in Canada w/ Justin Brake
Q: So what is this case about and how did it come to be?
Amber Bracken, a renowned photojournalist, is at the center of a lawsuit alleging police interference with press rights during a protest on Wet'suwet'en territory connected to the Coastal GasLink pipeline, with broader implications for journalistic access and accountability.
A 50-year fight for the climate, Canada & the future w/ Elizabeth May
Q: How did your experience as a policy advisor to a conservative environment minister shape your later work?
She describes joining the Tom McMillan government as a pivotal moment that showed she could pursue environmental goals inside government but ultimately left when principles were violated.
A 50-year fight for the climate, Canada & the future w/ Elizabeth May
Q: How did you come to environmentalism?
May explains her lifelong connection to nature, sparked by early experiences and her mother's influence, which shaped her path into environmental activism and policy work.
Iran: the Islamic republic on the brink? w/ Amir Ahmadi Arian
Q: What are millions of Iranians angry about now?
Economically driven grievances dominate, including extreme price inflation, currency collapse, and stagnating wages, compounded by environmental and resource crises and a perception of government detachment from ordinary people's daily realities.
PANEL: Reaction to Avi Lewis' NDP Victory
Q: What is the NDP for?
The NDP exists to represent the working class in the electoral arena and should be the legislative wing of a broader movement; it should strive to build power and transform society rather than merely chase electoral victories.

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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. Andrew Cohen
3. Dimitri Lascaris
4. Nora Loreto
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7. Justin Brake
8. Jeet Heer

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