Can You Confirm That?

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...

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...

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 out...

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...

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 wor...

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...

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 wee...

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...

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 mov...

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...

It's a new year and we have a new outlook (at least we did for the first 5 days). One of our favorite shows from last year, Cobra Kai, had its third season release on Netflix and we jumped right into it! Tune in to hear how much we loved or hated it - you'll have to listen to know, or sweep the leg! Enjoy our (mostly) spoiler-free review of Cobra Kai and whether you should invest your time in it o...

They say hindsight is 20/20, does that mean this look back on 2020 will be the perfect episode!? Maybe?!  You're hit with a lot of recap at this time of year and why should Can you Confirm That?, be any different? Enjoy our recap of our first year, most popular episodes and segments, top predictions and retractions!  We hope you all have a safe and happy New Years and can't wait for what...

Learn all about the history of Saint Nicholas of Baki, the Turkish Bishop that inspired our modern-day Santa Claus. This man who was born in 280 A.D. lived such an interesting life and who would notice if John embellished a little?! Have you ever seen "Here Comes Santa Claus?" If you want to picture John in your head when he's speaking, picture that claymation Santa. The boys discuss their favouri...

Well, Disney had its annual Investor's Day on December 10th hosted by Bob Chapele (CEO) and Bob Iger (Executive Chair/Chairman of the Board). They use this event as a way to speak to stakeholders about how the company is doing and upcoming projects including media line-up, television and theatrical releases and news.  The boys chat about TV for Disney+ and theatrical releases under the LucasF...

Is Netflix's The Crown hitting too close to your castle, Elizabeth? The boys talk about Rudy G and the absolute dumpster fire of the Election hearings. Then dive into the 5G/Corona Conspiracy and discuss the potential death, or inevitable deatgh, of the movie theatre business. Time Codes:  The Crown Is To Reel? (5:41) Crazy Rudy G (22:20) Here's the Thing (33:33) 5G Commspiracy (37:46) Today...

John introduces his new segment "This Day in History" and invites Chris Columbus himself to the podcast. G talks about the Thrilla by Trilla and how Adam Silver should be President of the United States of America, with Vice-President Lebron James. Then the boys get into a discussion about Aliens, and where they've been living (Atlantis) and how they can help unify us. They also try really hard to...

It's a jam-packed, super-sized, all-the-hyphens show this week.  The boys cover a lot in their 20th Episode American Thanksgiving Bloat Celebration.   It all started on an Instagram Live, go ahead and enjoy the edited teaser. The boys get into the dirty stuff and air some dirty laundry - talking about the Concordia University of Ann-Arbour merchandising mishap. Hmm, maybe it's the Concor...

This week on the episode the boys do a rewind on the week that was.  John discusses how an Elon by any other name then "Space Karen" is not an Elon that has Covid. Gaurav seems to have thrown in the towel and joins the MAGA Man March as he can't understand all the division and posturing but seems to have an idea on how to solve it. John get his adventurer gear on and goes deep into the woods...

In this episode the guys talk about V for Vendetta and it's parallels to the current day. John watches the movie every November 5th, find out why that's significant. We discuss the US Presidential election results and Dave Chappelle's return to the SNL stage.  Time Codes:  Intro (3:12)  Election Results (10:10)  Chappelle on SNL (31:33)  V for Vendetta (56:45)  90's S...

As the world sits on the edge of their seats, the boys dive deep into the U.S. election and it's fourteen million six hundred and five possible outcomes. John learns about vote suppression and doesn't think it's a good idea. Gaurav doesn't feel warm and fuzzy but has some solutions. John casts scrubs in his movie sequels.  Time Codes:  Intro (00:30) Anti-Maskers in Ontario (04:47) Electi...

In this show we speak about saving local Journalism and killing Pumpkin spice. John does a deep investigation into the Death of Quibi, the subscription based mobile streaming service which closes Dec 1, 2020. Gaurav stands his ground and immediately regrets it and the boys welcome Adele back into their lives. Timestamps:  Save Local Journalism (6:16)  Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice (2...

Do you want updates to your favorite stories? Because John sure doesn't. Are you happy that Han now shot second? Because Gaurav sure isn't.  The boys discuss how what's old is new again but how what's new, never gets a chance to get old (on Netflix at least). Timestamps:  90's Slang of the Week - (07:06)  New Netflix Cancellations - (10:30)  Dexter Revival - (34:27)  Retco...

No kidding, the boys love them... right?! John does his best to get Gaurav to say the wrong thing. He goes on to mispronounce every name in BTS.  John wonders about the best way to stuff a turkey and Gaurav has another thing.  Timestamps:  90's Slang of the Week - (23:48)  Thanksgiving Traditions - (28:33)  BTS - (50:04)  Here's the Thing - (1:36:08) 

Well the Presidential debate, which should be typed "presidential" happened the week of recording. Naturally we needed to here John and Gaurav's take on it. Listen in for this weeks 90's Slang of the Week challenge, as John learns about SNL and it's cast over the years. Gaurav has something to say.  Timestamps:  Johnny's 90's Slang of the Week - (01:28)  2020 Debate - (26:...

Yes, it's true! The boys have decided they're too deep in and need to get more organized (at least for this episode). Check out what is sure to be your new favorite recurring segments here and everywhere on the internet. Let us know if you're using the 90's Slang of the Week !  Timestamp:  Johnny's 90's Slang of The Week - (01:30)  Vin Diesel's New Single - (08:43)  Enola Holme...