

Cyrus Says
IVM Podcasts
Broadcasting through the week with a rotating panel of guests, Cyrus Says is the definitive show on life in urban India, politics, sports, civic sense, traffic, kids, food, and everything that matters. Mostly.
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Mar 11, 2022 • 1h 15min
CnB ft. Punit, Abijit & Antariksh | Scary Hospital Doctors, Punit's Tech Issues, Punjab Election, Sreesanth Retires & Alcohol Prices to Rise Because of Russia-Ukraine War
On this episode of Cyrus Says, we have Abijit Ganguly and Punit Pania on the show with Silverie (Antariksh) working from home so that he matches the vibe on the live. They talk about what Cyrus says when he is asked what he does in life, and still wonder if this show will ever go on without a tech issue. They talk about Abijit’s hand and the funny but worrying incident he had with his doctor pertaining to his current ongoing hand injury, whether doctors are prone to malpractise to make more money and meet hospital targets, Mumbai doctors vs Delhi doctors, and why people always compare Mumbai and Delhi in everything. Punit also talks about almost having Bhagwat Mann - the new Punjab CM - on Punit's show ' Beyond The Laughs' last year. Punit and Abijit also get into a hilarious roasting match. Further, we go into topics - AAP winning Punjab elections by a landslide, whether AAP could actually become a national party and go on to give a tough fight to the major political parties in India, Sreesanth retiring from international cricket, and the price of alcohol set to rise due to barley exports from Russia and Ukraine taking a hit. Tune in for this and much more.You can follow Punit Pania on Instagram at @punitpaniaYou can follow Abijit Ganguly on Instagram at @abijitgangulyYou can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @cyrus_broacha(https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_broacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 9, 2022 • 1h 17min
CnB ft. Kajol, Sriraam & Antariksh | Azad Maidan Parking Issues, No Parking Signs, Christiano Ronaldo Statue Crotch, Sexism in Standup Comedy
On Cyrus Says, Cock and Bull, we are joined by Kajol Srinivasan, Sriraam Padmanabhan and our very own Silverie (Antariksh). What happened with Cyrus this morning at Azad Maidan, if the authorities can ever make parking easy and why panel doesn't like autorikshaws. They also discuss why Cyrus has ugly comedian friends, how well Cyrus has used Kunal Vijayakar in his life, and more. Kajol also brings up why she is mad at Cyrus, whether the other panelists were offended, and Cyrus clears himself off this mess that he created. Silverie gets confronted on whether he gives female comedians any chance to perform, and if yes, what is the financial cut he looks at making for himself and how does it work. Further, we move on to the most pressing topic of the larger than life Chritiano Ronaldo statue in Portugal and the matter with tourists rubbing the crocth of the statue which has led to it being more shiny and polished than the rest of the statue, why Batman cannot be an Indian, and Robin in Batman movies. Tune in for this and much more.You can follow Kajol Srinivasan on Instagram at @lolrakshakYou can follow Sriraam Padmanabhan on Instagram at @sriraampYou can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @cyrus_broacha(https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_broacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 8, 2022 • 1h 21min
CnB ft. Amit, Kavita & Antariksh | IVM's 7th Anniversary & Cyrus Says Ep. 900 🥳 | A Detailed History Of IVM
We Celebrate 900 episodes today!!! Plus, IVM Podcasts completes 7 years! Plus, Happy Women's Day!On this auspicious day, Cyrus is joined by Amit Doshi and Kavita Rajwade, along with Silverie (Antariksh), to talk about 7 years of IVM, how it all started, IVM's first office, how Cyrus and Amit met, how Amit and Kavita got the initial podcasts started at IVM, how they got funded in the beginning, and tons more. They also discuss why Cyrus never reads the questions given to him before the show, how Cyrus Says came to be, when and why the first Cock & Bull ever happened, and wonder if there will ever be a single episode of Cyrus Says that goes without having any tech issues. Tune in for this and much more.You can follow Amit Doshi on Instagram at @doshiamitYou can follow Kavita Rajwade on Instagram at @kavitarajwadeYou can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @cyrus_broacha(https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_broacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 8, 2022 • 1h 10min
CnB ft. Abijit, Shreyas & Antariksh | Mumbai Police Chairs, PM Modi in Pune, RIP Shane Warne & The New Batman Movie
On today's episode of Cock and Bull we are joined by Abijit Ganguly, Shreyas Manohar and Silverie (Antariksh). Cyrus and the panel talk about Mumbai Police's roadside chairs, car parking in Mumbai, Silverie being accompanied by a police cavalcade from Pune to Mumbai, him not knowing that PM Modi was in Pune this past weekend, and lots more. They also discuss Abijit's hair looking like Ronit Roy's and share stories about the time they've had to bribe cops. Also, Shreyas tells us about his friends' encounter with cops in Himachal Pradesh, and the fact that one has to put out ads in the paper on losing official documents. Further, they talk about great Shane Warne passing away, the legacy he leaves behind in leg spin bowling, Sunil Gavaskar's comments when asked if Shane Warne was one of the greatest bwolers ever, and much more. Tune in for this and much more.You can follow Abijit Ganguly on Instagram at @abijitgangulyYou can follow Shreyas Manohar on Instagram at @shreyas_manoharYou can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @cyrus_broacha(https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_broacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 4, 2022 • 1h 3min
Raell Padamsee & Vandana Saxena Poria | 'Let Me Hijack Your Mind' Book by Alyque Padamsee
On Cyrus Says this Friday, we are joined by Raell Padamsee and Vandana Saxena Poria for a book by Alyque Padamsee called 'Let Me Hijack Your Mind'. They talk about what the book is about, how Vandana got involved with the writing of the book, Cyrus' relationship with Alyque, marriages these days, and more. They also discuss the writing process for the book, the book having a chapter on nepotism and Vandana watching some old episodes of Cyrus Says. They also talk about why the first version of the book was very light according to Raell, Cyrus writing a little about Alyque in the book, having quotes from Shakespeare in the book and how the book is an 'institution of inspiration'. Further, they talk about why Vandana had to change her name after marriage, Raell reading out some of ‘Ten Commandments’ a version written by Alyque Padamsee, and tons more. Tune in for a fascinating episode on the life of the legendary Alyque Padamsee.You can follow Raell Padamsee on Twitter at: @RaellsACE and on Instagram at @raellpadamseesaceYou can follow Vandana Saxena Poria on Twitter at: @Vporia and on Instagram at @vandanasaxenaporiaCheck out Let Me Hijack Your Mind' Book by Alyque Padamseehttps://www.amazon.in/Let-Me-Hijack-Your-Mind-ebook/dp/B09RQ2ZN9FSubscribe to our new YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmY4iMGgEa49b7-NH94p1BQAlso, subscribe to Cyrus' YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCHAb9jLYk0TwkWsCxom4q8AYou can follow Amit on Instagram & Twitter @DoshiAmit: https://twitter.com/doshiamit and https://instagram.com/doshiamitYou can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @BoredBroacha (https://www.instagram.com/boredbroacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosAdd designations in artwork:Raell Padamsee - ACE Productions & Numero Uno ProductionsVandana Saxena Poria - The Human Alarm ClockSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 3, 2022 • 1h 8min
CnB ft. Abijit, Navin & Antariksh | Abijit & Navin's Injuries, The Queen's Dog Perfume & Pakistanis Using Indian Tricolour
On Cock & Bull this Thursday, we are joined by Abijit Ganguly, Navin Noronha & Antariksh. Cyrus today rants about being called 'Kanjus'. But the big news is about two of our panelists suffering from ongoing injuries, Abijit injuring his fist while playing football and Navin falling down while coming up the stairs for this show. Also, not to be left out, our great inhouse sportsman Silverie (Antariksh) gives us his story about getting injured. Navin explains to the panel why the word 'chakka' is problematic and should not be used. Further, they also get into the story of The Queen of England launching a brand of perfume for dogs that 'smells of coastal walks', amidst the war going on between Russia and Ukraine, whether we are allowed to make fun of the Queen, and 'Operation Ganga' going on by our Indian Government, students using the Indian national flag for safe passage and how people some other countries are making use of it to be able to pass through Ukraine borders into Romania and other neighboring countries as well. Tune in for this and much more.You can follow Abijit Ganguly on Instagram at @abijitgangulyYou can follow Navin Noronha on Instagram at @houseofnoronhaYou can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @cyrus_broacha(https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_broacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 2, 2022 • 1h 11min
CnB ft. Punit, Abbas & Antariksh | Indian Media Twisting Ukraine Facts, Indian Students in Ukraine & Women Comedians Being Less in Number
On Cock and Bull, Cyrus spends the initial moments of today's episodes talking to an empty chair in wait of Abbas (brings back memories). Also joining Abbas are Punit Pania and, of course, Silverie (Antariksh). On this episode, we answer pertinent pressing questions like - Can Cyrus ride a bike? Why does Powai not have any beggars? Is Silverie starting his own bike business now? They also talk about whether female comics hate comedy producers, why there are very few women comedians in the industry, and more. Also discussed is whether geography is an altogether different subject in Russia, Abbas and Antariksh getting help from their professors during exams, Punit going to an RSS school, and lots more. Further, they try to go into some planned topics about how Indian TV news outlets are twisting the matter with religious or anti-govt undertones against the Indian students being stuck in Ukraine with talking points like - why Ukraine is cheaper for medical studies compared to India, and why news channels in India are bringing the age old story of Anti-CAA protests and them coming to India. Tune in for this and much more.You can follow Punit Pania on Instagram at @punitpaniaYou can follow Abbas Momin on Instagram at @abbasmomin88You can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @cyrus_broacha(https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_broacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mar 1, 2022 • 1h 22min
CnB ft. Kajol, Ayushi & Antariksh | Russia Sanctions, Putin Threatens Nuclear Action, Indian Students in Ukraine, Hospital Bed Pickup Line & Dating
On Cock and Bull today, Cyrus is finally back in the studio with Ayushi Amin, Kajol Srinivasan and Silverie. Why don't all chairs have arms? Why does Ayushi owe money to the watchman? 'Aakash' and his wedding (who is this Aakash they are talking about?), whether Kajol actually dislikes comedy producers, and if people are still having sex in Ukraine. Kajol talks about having met supposed criminals on Shaadi.com and Jeevanshathi.com, which the best dating app is and the frauds that happen on these dating sites. Further, in the episode they also talk about the Russia-Ukraine situation, how Putin responded to the rest of the world putting up sanctions on Russia and India, UAE and China abstaining from doing the same, Putin veiled threat of nuclear action against countries that stand against Russia, how Russia is losing the respect on the world stage, protests in Russia and Putin's current unpopularity, and celebrities and big personalities in Russia speaking out against the government on this matter and the embarrassment they fell. Finally, they also discuss the plight of the Indian students still stranded in Ukraine, the racism and extortion they seem to be facing and women being abducted by Russian soldiers. Tune in for this and much more.You can follow Kajol Srinivasan on Instagram at @lolrakshakYou can follow Ayushi Amin on Instagram at @ayushia9You can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @cyrus_broacha(https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_broacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 28, 2022 • 1h 12min
CnB ft. Aakash, Nishad & Antariksh | Ashes, Cricket Injuries, Ajit Agarkar to Coach Delhi Capitals, Shane Warne Doc & Vinod Kambli Arrested
On Cyrus Says today, we spend this episode talking about cricket as Nishad Pai Vaidya joins us with Aakash Mehta and our very own in-house 'cricket expert' Silverie. They talk about the Ashes; England losing to Australia in the latest match and the downfall of English cricket. We get to know about Silverie's experiences with playing cricket, why Indian states have inner cricket associations and not just state associations, Rahane and Pujara going back to play in the Ranji Trophy, and about Ishan Kishan missing the next few games due to a concussion. We also talk about Ajit Agarkar becoming the bowling coach for Delhi Capitals, Agarkar having a great ODI track record, and his 11 lunches with Cyrus. Further, they talk about Pakistan finally playing a proper test series on their home turf against Australia, the new Shane Warne documentary, and Vinod Kambli getting arrested for drunk driving. Tune on for this and much more.You can follow Nishad on Instagram at @nishadpaivaidyaYou can follow Aakash Mehta on Instagram at @kuchbhimehtaYou can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @cyrus_broacha(https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_broacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feb 25, 2022 • 1h 20min
Shrayana Bhattacharya | Author of 'Desperately Seeking Shah Rukh'
On today's episode of Cyrus Says, we are joined by Shrayana Bhattacharya, Author of 'Desperately Seeking Shah Rukh : India's Lonely Young Women and the Search for Intimacy and Independence'. Cyrus rants about Imran Khan being in Russia, is he there to sort the situation out or just a normal visit? Shrayana joins Cyrus from Delhi to talk about her new book, her fangirling of Shahrukh Khan, the many wrong versions and pronounciations of her name, and more. They also talk about whether the book is based on 'Desperately seeking Suzanne', Shrayana going to Delhi University and later joining Harvard. They discuss the premise of the book, talking to a lot of women during the research for this book, how Indian women see SRK in comparison to his contemporaries, and a ton more. Shrayana also tells us about a survey that she conducted and realising that many many women were mad Shah Rukh Khan fans just like her, why there is a need for regulations for women in various industries, why most of the women in her book don't know what the word feminist means, and Shrayan throws some shocking statistics that'll leave your mind aghast. Tune in for this and much more.You can follow Shrayana Bhattachary on Instagram @bshrayana and on twitter at @BShrayanaYou can follow Antariksh on Instagram @antariksht: https://instagram.com/antarikshtDo send in AMA questions for Cyrus by tweeting them to @cyrussaysin or e-mailing them at whatcyrussays@gmail.comDon't forget to follow Cyrus Broacha on Instagram @cyrus_broacha(https://www.instagram.com/cyrus_broacha)In case you're late to the party and want to catch up on previous episodes of Cyrus Says you can do so at: www.ivmpodcasts.com/cyrussaysYou can listen to this show and other awesome shows on the new and improved IVM Podcasts App on Android: https://ivm.today/android or iOS: https://ivm.today/iosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.


