Dearest G - teach us We have an election in Canada, and it'll be over before we even know it! Strap in for some, always exciting, Canadian politics! Anything else happen that could have shook the world, outside of Prime Minister Trudeau calling an election in Canada? Oh, yes, the second the US presence in Afghanistan left the Taliban took the country, in a way not even a predictable story teller would write! Enjoy the mess with the fellas this week and learn and laugh and tell a friend to tune i...
Aug 20, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Welcome to Can You Confirm That?! If you don't know, we're two pop-culture and media buffs that love learning, about people, about art and film and about anything else in the media! This week, instead of our classic "Ruin a Classic" lets re-write one! John is going after 80s anthems, giving them a modern sensibility and re-working them up from 80's to the 2020's. Our main topic this week, what happened at Disney? Scarlett Johansson is not happy with how the release of Black Widow went down, was ...
Aug 13, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 5
This week we have another "friend of the show" with us, the remarkable Andrew Mercier. Exploring what makes Andrew "tick" has been a real journey.. literally all across the globe! Andrew doesn't take any of it for granted and we really hope you listen, learn and enjoy. Lots to take away with this one. Thank you as always for checking it out! Tell a buddy if they'd be interested and be a super cool friend
Aug 06, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 2Ep. 4
What an amazing week to be back to our old format? John and Gaurav this week are back talking about the lessons they've learned from last week's guest DW Horton, things you can learn in 40 mins of exposition on the last episode of Loki, with 10,000 hours of training as an Olympian and things to unlearn from Youtube about science. That's the theme this week and this season, growth. It felt good to catch the listeners up on how the summer is going and we hope you love it. Special thanks to our epi...
Jul 30, 2021•58 min•Season 2Ep. 3
This week on Can You Confirm That? we introduce our new Friends of the Show segment with one of my closest friends, DW Horton. We learn what makes him an "all around" good guy, and it's more simple than you think... He sees good in others. We talk the past, and present with him, what's made him who he is and values he has. He's humble and likeable, and we had a great time trying to learn how to be more like him! Check him out at welderseries or check out his tutorials at my figurative shoulder -...
Jul 23, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 2
A new outlook, a new format, it's the all new, season 2 of Can You Confirm That?!! This year we're showcasing our "Friends of the Show" by deep diving into the human condition. Sound intense? Well, keep listening and tuning into CYCT to make sure we haven't strayed too far away from what you know and love. Yah, don't worry, there's a glory hole joke in there. We are so excited to be back and can't wait to bring you a great season 2! Thanks for listening, check out more at cyctpod.com...
Jul 16, 2021•48 min•Season 2Ep. 1
We did it!! Can You Confirm That? is officially one year old now! We're so proud to hit this milestone, producing and creating a show for 50 straight weeks, and we hope you love this trip down memory lane as much as we did recording it! Thank you to everyone that supports us, we wouldn't be here without you all, and love each and every one of you! It's been fun learning and growing and developing this show and this week we talk about the journey we had getting to 50 episodes. We're taking a 2 we...
Jun 25, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 50
Of course we don't mean real murders, no!! Okay, now that the disclaimer is out of the way, do you remember Brian Dunkleman? Does that name sound vaguely familiar to you? The original co-host of American idol, until Seacrest decided he could do it alone... If you don't remember that name, rest assured you're in the majority. Ryan Seacrest really built his career of the back of a murder trial you will likely remember, the O.J. Simpson trail and the celebrity family from that trial, the Kardashian...
Jun 18, 2021•1 hr 51 min•Season 1Ep. 49
Well, fact check army, this week features our first official #Friendoftheshow - Author of The Shaman's Daughter, Tyson Remers! We're so thrilled to introduce you to Tyson and his cosmic fantasy novel, his experiences and dreams and we think that if you're a fantasy fan you should definitely check out this book! You can, right here: https://www.amazon.ca/Shamans-Daughter-Part-One/dp/1777478006 We bring Tyson on as a friend of the show and put him through the Thunderdome - or maybe we can call it ...
Jun 11, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 48
Well, it's finally happened, the most beloved Friends cast has finally reunited for the first time in 17 years (except that other time). What an special event, we get to hear about all the fun they've been having as real "friends" since the show has ended and all the stories since they've shared... or not! Let's talk about if reunion shows like this should happen, how we want them to happen and where they belong. Please let us know how you felt about the Friends Reunion Special, if you were able...
Jun 04, 2021•1 hr 39 min•Season 1Ep. 47
Well, we've done it again! Sorry to all the fans of this beloved movie, but Mrs. Doubtfire will never be the same through our new looking glass. Let's talk about the dark side of drag and how evil one mans devotion to his family can be. When we recorded this episode, the deal had not gone through, and in Can You Confirm that fashion, since recorded - Amazon officially purchased MGM and the Bond license. Hear more about the deal of the year in our segment: Bezos, Jeff Bezos. Thank you for listeni...
May 28, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 46
We've done it before, let's do it again and ruin a classic! This time our sights are set on the Mighty Ducks. Although we are enjoying the reboot, Gordon Bombay and his Ducks are not exempt from our wraith and we will take him down this week in a very funny episode on the world today. For more Can You Confirm That? check out instagram, facebook and TikTok or go to cyctpod.com to get it all in one place! Thanks for listening! Time Codes: BTS V. Freddie Mercury (05:40) IDOL Update (09:11) Why Whit...
May 21, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Season 1Ep. 45
Here's the big question, are you preparing for the end? Eh, we're not getting that dark... This week we're talking about how survival video games are making a big impact on the gaming world and why they're so popular right now. How does public sentiment influence our media, how has it changed as the world has changed and what's next for us? Thank you so much for tuning into Can You Confirm That? Want more? visit pod.cyctpod.com and join the #factcheckarmy, follow us on instagram at CanYouConfirm...
May 14, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Happy Mother's Day weekend to all the moms out there! In this special episode, we look at the fight for Mother's Day and how one mom went broke to keep it how she wanted it. We talk about how the Vaccination is rolling out in Ontario and speaking of needing the vaccine - Our favorite new rap group, Pete and Bas!! Big thank you to Welder Series and Horton Custom 3D Printing for this weeks episode! Thanks to everyone listening, check out more content at pod.cyctpod.com Time Codes: May The 4th (02:...
May 07, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 43
The Oscars; Hollywood's most important night was April 25, 2021 this year. We hosted a pre-game roundtable with some fans of the show and learned lots about the films up for the big prizes. New format this year, without an Oscar host, but do we miss a host? Were you happy with which film won best picture? Let's learn about the biggest upsets through the years, as that category tends to be divisive. We want to thank WelderSeries for making this episode possible, go check out www.welderseries.com/...
Apr 30, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Season 1Ep. 42
We celebrate April 20th this year, as the day we recorded this episode, as National Stoners Day or 420 as the cool kids call it! Do you know why it's called 420 or the history of this controversial drug, marijuana? Come join John and Gaurav as we discuss the history and myths of why April 20th is so infamous. Rate the best movies stoner films and discuss the history of Marijuana as it went from cash crop to hated crop to illegal, and category 1 narcotic back to legal recreational drug. As always...
Apr 23, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Season 1Ep. 41
In episode 40, we talk about the world of food delivery service and whether or not you should use it!? Feeling hungry, and lazy at the same time, have we got the perfect solution for you, UberEats or DoorDash or Skip The Dishes, you get it, they sound pretty good right? Support local business from the convenience of your home just with a small premium. Do you know who that premium is really supporting though, and are you actually helping it those local restaurants that you want to go back to aft...
Apr 16, 2021•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 40
Episode 39, we talk about the Return of Emilio and his Mighty Ducks on Disney+ streaming service. It was Paul Rudd's bday when we recorded so we reminisced about our favorite of his roles and some wild weekend stories! Thank you guys for listening, hope you enjoy! Tell a friend, rate or write a review! For more, check out pod.cyctpod.com - Love you all! Time Codes: "You Like Indian Food?" (02:45) Fast 10 - Queen Street Drift (24:56) Happy Bday Paul Rudd (44:38) Return Of The Ducks (51:42) DMX &a...
Apr 09, 2021•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 39
This week on Can You Confirm That? we do a deep dive into what makes an artist legendary and spend some time focusing on a band John doesn't believe should have the status they do... Nirvana! We're excited to bring you this divisive episode during these times and hope we don't break your heart-shaped box. All apologies to anyone offended, it's all in good fun! Come as you are and check out the Time Codes below. As always, thanks for listening! For more details check out cyctpod.com and Can You C...
Apr 02, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 38
In this super fun episode, we run through some of our favorite sampled songs and talk about the original tracks that brought us those new songs we love and how they opened our eyes to new music from the past to love! Join us as we play 'Guess that song' We talk about all the streaming available over the last week, Zack Snyder's Justice League, Falcon and the Winter Soldier, the College Admissions Scandal doc on Netflix. Hope you enjoy, this is a fun one! As always, thanks for listening and check...
Mar 26, 2021•1 hr 56 min•Season 1Ep. 37
This week on Can You Confirm That, we're talking the Generation War currently raging on between Millenials and Gen Z! Who will save us, Generation X doesn't seem to want any part in it! Gaurav introduces a new game, about movies we don't want sequels to and we catch up with our friend Cheryl. Thanks for listening! Check out cyctpod.com for more on Can You Confirm That? Time Codes: War Of The Ages (02:02) Monarchy Looks In The Mirror (48:14) Shouldn't Sequel (54:32) Letters From Cheryl (1:13:15)...
Mar 19, 2021•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 36
In episode 35, we're using tier list maker to rank our favourite Fast Food restaurants! Gaurav talks about his quest for ISPeace and while he deals with being offline, John is enjoying the digital life and not being social on Gather. Let us know at cyctpod.com what your favourite fast food restaurant is! Join the #factcheckarmy and check us out at @canyouconfirmthat online. Thanks for listening! Time Codes: ISPeeved (02:16) Party Pooper (26:38) Wandavision recap (38:38) Fast Food Ranking (49:05)...
Mar 12, 2021•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 35
Are you watching Marvel's Wandavision?! We sure are, it's been an amazing journey as the first installment of Disney+ series in the Avengers world and is the number 1 show on streaming for good reason! Let's chat about what we feel will happen moving forward with the series and the Marvel Universe this week. We make all the predictions about the finale, the future of the connected Universe and outrageous 'dream' cameos. (Previously recorded, let's see how wrong we are!?) Thank you for listening!...
Mar 05, 2021•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 34
In our 33rd episode: We are discussing what it takes to be the American Idol. Whether the winner is always the best choice and is it the most talented person that always wins first place? Does winning even matter, and what are the differences over the years of the show. From changes in judges and formats and where are they know of the contestants. John does a deep dive investigation into the biggest scandal to hit the food industry since the Doritos Loco Taco upended the KFC Double Down. We supp...
Feb 26, 2021•1 hr 58 min•Season 1Ep. 33
In Episode 32 of Can You Confirm That?: We ask, why film adaptations of video games fail? Hollywood successfully uses lots of other forms of media as source material - novels, graphic novels, comic books, television shows but have yet to really crack the 'code' on the video game adaptation. What is the big mystery there and when will we see the change to a system that really works and gets the world talking about the SEGA Cinematic Universe? Join in the discussion of your favorite and least favo...
Feb 19, 2021•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 32
Is episode 31 our most divisive yet?! Join us as we dig through the list of best and worst Halftime shows and WHY they shifted. Hometown boy The Weeknd hosted this years Pepsi Halftime Show to mixed reviews. Do you think he deserved the praise or the critique or do you agree with us? Hopefully us.. Let's speculate on the future of telephone scams and of course, a little sprinkling of Marvel and DC news to top off this fun episode. Are you a member of the #factcheckarmy yet? Go to cyctpod.com to ...
Feb 12, 2021•2 hr•Season 1Ep. 31
In our 30th episode we're talking about our favorite character actors. The ones you keep seeing and recognizing in movies and you're happy they're there... Yah, "That guy!" types that always make the scene better, but you still don't really know their name. Get your IMDB app ready and play along with us as we play 'Guess Who!?'. Everyone seems to be talking about two other headlines this week: GameStop and their roaring stock prices and NBC's Superstore! Of course we have our own nuanced takes o...
Feb 05, 2021•1 hr 54 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Food: vital life source or uncontrollable passion? We talk about our history with food and how we both came to love it and what we've learned about it. Where do you consume your food entertainment; online, streaming services or the good ol' Food Network? How do the Food Network star Chefs stack up in the real world? Do you plan road trips to tick off the 'Triple D' list of restaurants that you've 'Gotta Eat At' ?! Is a Food Network star as important as a Michelin star? We cover it all this week ...
Jan 29, 2021•1 hr 48 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Have you ever been out and about, on your way to the gym or out for a run with a soundtrack following you around. Creating the perfect setting and ambiance for the actions taking place all around you? Film and music in film specifically, can inspire us to live the way we see our heroes live, even briefly. How important has music become to our enjoyment of cinema, at home while watching a movie, we think the two are inseparable. This week we talk about which filmmakers use music the best and whic...
Jan 22, 2021•2 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 28
War! The Trumpets have taken the Capitol as the Emperor retreats to his bedroom to watch the "news" and eat KFC. It's our 27th episode and we cover our new favorite show, available on all platforms "America, The Fallen." The final season of the Democracy In Peril series is off to a great start as Emperor Trump calls for his legion to show strength and march! Friends has moved from it's home on Netflix to an equally expensive option, HBO/Crave - will you move with them? Speaking of Friends, how m...
Jan 15, 2021•2 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 27
