Birdcore

Things get spooky on this Halloween episode of Birdcore. Sam wears a cycling suit, Sham loses her mind, they chat about New York rats, Sam’s a Gleek, Kirby calls in, Sam loses blood flow below the belt. It gets crazy bro fr Birdcore: https://linktr.ee/birdcore Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sambirduel TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sambirduel Sam Bird: https://linktr.ee/sambirduel #podcast...

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by Toronto 9-5 extraordinaire and creator joealsojoseph to chat all things about the 9-5 life, how to define Gen Z in film, a stranger they met this week that stuck out and more. Joealsojoseph Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joealsojoseph/Joealsojoseph TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@joealsojosephBirdcore: https://linktr.ee/birdcoreInstagra...

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by actor, founder, book lover and one of the 10 Canadian actors to watch at TIFF 2026, Josh Obra. The trio chats about Josh's time as the lead in Serville Poblete's SUNBURN, winner of Best Canadian Feature at TIFF 2026, the story about a group of kids and how they keep busy on a hot summer day during a city-wide power outage. They also c...

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by actor, comedian and Queen of Yaptown, Jacquie Ashton. The trio chats about Jacquie's rise in the sketch comedy world, her sketch and improv background, chaotic TIFF and experience watching Seth Rogen, Curry Baker and Inde Navarrette on a panel. Sam complains about reality TV and talks about almost dying at spin class. GET UP TO $90 OFF AN...

On this solo episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham return from Portugal and get back in routine. They talk about their first sponsor, Sam's newfound fame, recent sketches and blowing up floaty arms, Kirby sends in a voice note, the red carpet at TIFF, why they should throw out junk food, answer fan questions and their core of the week. GET FACTOR CANADA! Use code 'BIRDCORE' for up to $90 off + free sh...

On this Portuguese episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham record from Portugal and recall some of the best moments from their trip. They chat about how much Europe weight Sam has gained, making eye contact with a dog in a vulnerable moment, children of the street, musicians without eyeballs and Sam stealing Sham's compliment, which actually may have been his. DA GOT THAT DOPE!

On this solo episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are tired but they push through. They chat about their gluten-filled weekend, Sam's fantasy football draft that he almost slept through, his Quebecois stardom, vulnerability, Sterling Point, and more.

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by content creator, actor and honestly maybe the funniest person alive, Kiki RVR. The trio chats about colonoscopies, vasectomies, how to pee in your own jorts, Kiki’s dreams of being on Jackass, her time on The Office Movers, how she started in content, being unhoused in Florida for a night, her prom outfit, the scary reality of being an online...

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by actor, filmmaker, content creator and overall sick guy, Yuvi Randhawa. The trio chats about Yuvi’s meteoric rise to stardom in the content world, meeting Tom Cruise twice, his aspirations of Oscar victories, his top 4 fav films of all time, his Core of the Week and more.  Yuvi’s everything: https://linktr.ee/yuvirayz

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham go on a road trip to New Brunswick. They pass through the most insanely named parts of Quebec, talk about road trip stories, talk about their meal at a Swiss Chalet next to a prison in Kingston, answer fan questions and keep their eyes on the road.

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by comedian Alistair Ogden. The gaggle chats about Alistair's roots in stand-up comedy, break ups, why Lionel Messi would be easy to pick up, being a tour guide in Toronto, why bokchoy is hard to cook, their Core of the Week and more. Buy tickets for Alistair's shows: https://linktr.ee/alistairogden?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&am...

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by content creator, writer and overall hilarious guy, Alex Sandoval. The gaggle talks about Alex’s hit social media series’ The Offish and If Seinfeld Was Filmed Today . They also chat all about Alex’s job as a street fundraiser guy, sitting down in the shower, why it’s okay to get off the subway, why you should never go to Denny’s at 4:30 in th...

On this special episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by the very famous and successful Luke and Bo, AKA Leo and Brian from Big Baby's Bake Sale to promote the 3rd annual Leo and Brian Film Festival taking place at the Revue Cinema on August 7th.  The gaggle talks all about their first film together and how LBFF came to be, Luke’s experience on Reddit, Bo’s journey to becoming ACTRA cer...

On this special nighttime recording, fresh episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by Jewell Bowry, podcaster, actor and creative extraordinaire to chat all things podcasts, debrief the chaos that is Love Island, the importance of consistency when it comes to posting content, being a one-woman show, how Sam and Sham almost died on a boat, why Jewell might be dyslexic, everyone’s Girl, Whateve...

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham talk about how World Cup players must kiss each other after every goal, the Love Island drama, the heat in Paris and something about dirty water, what Donald Duck would sound like if he cut his throat while fishing, and more. Tickets for Leo & Brian Film Festival

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by content creator and influencer Layan Bashi to chat about her quick rise in the world of content, the popularity of her niche Arab content, her many accents, what makes a sexy salad, why there are so many Brits in Ibiza, the fact that Layan has two science degrees, the fact that Sam has one sport media degree, they answer some fan questions, s...

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by the iconic Shane Stirling. They talk about creativity, Toronto's impact on the world of comedy, entertainment and music, Shane's ability to scout out talent, how he got into directing music videos and commercials, the importance of authenticity in your creative endeavours and more.

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by Gregor Reynolds, a Stratford-born, Toronto-based actor and content creator known for starring in Tope Babalola’s Or Forever Hold Your Peace , numerous RBC spots, Kit Kat ads, Circle K hosting gigs and more. The trio chat about Gregor’s early days as a star on Vine, his relationship with the Property Brothers, acting as his current girlfriend’...

On this solo episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are literally all over the place bro like we talk about what we would do if we were cats, answer tons of fan questions, Sham addresses if she'll ever be on camera, we talk about people loving Sam's feet, our core of the week, stinky belly buttons and more.

On the 50th episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by Ben Percifield, one of the most interesting people they know. Fluent in Mandarin and havig lived in Beijing, Ben is also a Strategy Director who's worked on brands such as Hellman’s, Pepsi, Kraft Dinner, Kraft Mac and Cheese, Bagel Bites and more. He’s worked as an all you can eat sushi waiter, uber delivery biker and handyman. He Wor...

On this solo episode of Birdcore, Sam and Staff Producer Sham chat about Hantavirus, dinner with rats in London, how many holes straws have, the Toronto Tempo, the Montreal Canadiens, Jehovah's Witnesses, Sam's uncomfortable position, Big Baby's lates sketch and more. Carplay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlVUNQdCGV8&t=0s

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Sham are joined by Taylor Patterson, a Toronto-based content creator, actor, comedian and LinkedIn’s most avid poster. This is Taylor’s second Birdcore stint. The gaggle chats about Taylor’s last year as a freelancer, his Substack column, his role on The Boys and how his scene got cut, Taylor’s passion for video content and how posting what is true to you is fr...

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Staff Producer Sham are joined by Noah Segal, the Co-President of Elevation Pictures, Canada's most prominent film distributor and producer known for films like  Marty Supreme, Anora, The Brutalist, Everything Everywhere All At Once, Moonlight, Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie, Blackberry and more. The group chats about the distinction between distribution...

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam is joined by Jack Showers, a content creator and actor known for walking the line and using absurdist and relatable humour. They chat about how Elon reserved Mars like a restaurant, Jack’s editing process and improv comedy style, how cigarettes are caloric, Jack’s recent trip to LA, why he wears glasses for his small eyes and more.

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam is joined by CBC News reporter and former host of CBC Street Cents and Blog TO, Mercedes Gaztambide. They chat about Mercedes' trajectory from digital to TV, being recognized by an uber driver and pilates instructor, fostering cats as an attempt to convince Staff Producer Sham to adopt one, and more.