Birdcore with Sam Bird

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 and producing, how young creators are turning into genuine filmmakers, the importance of streaming for movie making giants, why AI will never fully takeover the business, Noah shares what a day in the life of a producer at TIFF or Cannes is like, and much, MUCH more ...

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.

On this special episode of Birdcore, Sam is in Montreal where he's joined by his brother and mom to talk about the importance of family, what it's like to have kids move away, recap old stories about our crazy grandmother and more.

On this special episode of Birdcore, Sam is joined by Montreal radio legends Terry DiMonte and Ted Bird, or as he likes to call him, "Dad." The fellas chat about Terry & Ted's iconic run in the world of radio and the importance of chemistry between hosts, how the pair met in 1985, their friendship that ensued, Terry's stint in Calgary, their reunion and launch of Standing By: The Terry and Ted Podcast, Ted talks about his new shower habit, and much more.

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam is joined by actor, content creator, cat mom and yogi, 55555Leah. We chat about her rise to stardom in the content world, read out some questionable DMs, have the occasional stim-off and more.

Leah's IG: https://www.instagram.com/55555leah/

Leah's TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@55555leah

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam is joined by his good friend Adrien Marquet, a Toronto based writer and director. They chat about Adrien's filmmaking process, the importance of just going out and doing things, Adrien's appreciation for Jamal Shead picking up garbage, Adrien's suit that may not have been purchased, why pineapple from Rabba might give you a stomach ulcer, and more.

Adrien's Website: https://marquetfilms.com/

Adrien's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marquetfilms/

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam is joined by Brigitte Truong - a true pillar in Toronto's media scene. As the host of the Homegirl Nation podcast, co-host of Sister Cities on USA Today, co-founder of RALLY, and MUCH MUCH MORE ... she shares stories on projects she's worked on, gives advice on being in the industry, and stands as an inspiration for anyone waiting for their sign to go and get it.

In this reunion episode of Birdcore, Sam is joined by his former co-hosts Tom and Kit. The trio looks back on their fond days of podcasting as they retell stories of the good old days. Tom asks some hard hitting questions, Kit discovers what love languages are, Sam talks about how Tom might fit into the army (he won't), and more.

On this episode of Birdcore, Sam and Staff Producer Sham are joined by Rory Moldofsky (@rorymoldo), Sam’s OG creative partner in Toronto. The trio discusses Rory’s success in growing the Instagram account of Scotty Bons Caribbean Grill (@scottybonsgrill), Sam and Rory’s time as a a pair on Prison Pants, their stand up comedy experience, Rory tries to speak patois, explains his skit brain storming process, the reality of being a backseat director and more.