Pop Ranks https://popranks.podbean.com Each week Eric Wickstrom and Scott Carroll take a deep dive into various pop culture topics to discuss, debate, and rank them from worst to first. Be it the films of director John Hughes, the best of Arnold Schwarzenegger, Heroes & Villains, or Candy Bars, each weekly episode will be a fun and spirited look at the things we all love, hate, and love to hate. Fri, 23 May 2025 02:00:00 -0300 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. TV & Film:Film Reviews 1440 episodic poprankpod poprankpod No false https://feed.podbean.com/popranks/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/17963868/Pop_Ranks_rev_2__u4g4dn.jpg Pop Ranks https://popranks.podbean.com 144 144 Best War Movies Best War Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-war-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-war-movies/#comments Fri, 23 May 2025 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/5673148e-41dc-3438-a9dd-791c40eb1217 Memorial Day is almost upon us, a time to honor those brave men & women, past and present, serving our country. Hollywood has certainly been no stranger to producing films about war and giving us insight into the darkest of times. This week on "Pop Ranks" Eric Wickstrom & Scott Carroll rank the all time best "War Films." Will you agree with their picks? Tune in to find out.

]]> Memorial Day is almost upon us, a time to honor those brave men & women, past and present, serving our country. Hollywood has certainly been no stranger to producing films about war and giving us insight into the darkest of times. This week on "Pop Ranks" Eric Wickstrom & Scott Carroll rank the all time best "War Films." Will you agree with their picks? Tune in to find out.

]]> poprankpod false No 3558 57 full Best of Robin Williams Best of Robin Williams https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-robin-williams/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-robin-williams/#comments Fri, 16 May 2025 08:59:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/87c58091-12ab-369f-b1e3-ce140ff5bb20 He's been a teacher, a DJ, a magical genie, a lovable alien and so more. A beloved Oscar winning actor known as much for his rapid fire improvisational comedic skills as well as his endearing dramatic performances across television, film, and stand up comedy. We're of course talking about the one and only Robin Williams! This week on "Pop Ranks"  Eric & Scott discuss his legendary career and break down his best films. Will you agree with their picks? Tune in to find out.

]]> He's been a teacher, a DJ, a magical genie, a lovable alien and so more. A beloved Oscar winning actor known as much for his rapid fire improvisational comedic skills as well as his endearing dramatic performances across television, film, and stand up comedy. We're of course talking about the one and only Robin Williams! This week on "Pop Ranks"  Eric & Scott discuss his legendary career and break down his best films. Will you agree with their picks? Tune in to find out.

]]> poprankpod false No 2837 56 full One Hit Wonders of the 90's One Hit Wonders of the 90's https://popranks.podbean.com/e/one-hit-wonders-of-the-90s/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/one-hit-wonders-of-the-90s/#comments Fri, 02 May 2025 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/446e650a-b5a3-3f5e-979b-3812bc8f845f They came, they shined brightly, and they fizzled out. This week actress Jaime Lamchick returns to join Eric and Scott as they revisit those One Hit Wonders from the 1990s whose songs shot up the charts and then promptly faded away. Do they deserve another chance in the spotlight?

]]> They came, they shined brightly, and they fizzled out. This week actress Jaime Lamchick returns to join Eric and Scott as they revisit those One Hit Wonders from the 1990s whose songs shot up the charts and then promptly faded away. Do they deserve another chance in the spotlight?

]]> poprankpod false No 4147 55 full Best HBO Original Series Best HBO Original Series https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-hbo-original-series/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-hbo-original-series/#comments Fri, 25 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/54b28ba2-93b9-396f-9de7-dede4ca7b24e As the slogan says, "It's not TV. It's HBO!" One of the world's original & most popular cable services, HBO has been a pioneer in original programming for decades producing such popular shows such as "The Sopranos," "Game of Thrones," "Sex & the City," and much more. This week on pop ranks, Eric, Scott, & returning guest Jamie Landsman give their hot take on the very best "Original Series" that HBO has to offer. Will your favorites match up with theirs? Tune in to find out.

]]> As the slogan says, "It's not TV. It's HBO!" One of the world's original & most popular cable services, HBO has been a pioneer in original programming for decades producing such popular shows such as "The Sopranos," "Game of Thrones," "Sex & the City," and much more. This week on pop ranks, Eric, Scott, & returning guest Jamie Landsman give their hot take on the very best "Original Series" that HBO has to offer. Will your favorites match up with theirs? Tune in to find out.

]]> poprankpod false No 3963 54 full Best of Eddie Murphy Best of Eddie Murphy https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-eddie-murphy/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-eddie-murphy/#comments Fri, 18 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/17ca3adf-0afd-38c2-bfeb-2350eae52194 A comedy legend who burst onto the scene on SNL and quickly lauched to box office superstardom with such popular films as "48 Hrs.," "Trading Places," & "Beverly Hills Cop" among many others. This week on "Pop Ranks"  Eric, Scott, and special guest Jamie Landsman delve into filmography of the one and only Eddie Murphy and rank his all time best films. Will they all agree? Will you agree? Tune in to find out.

]]> A comedy legend who burst onto the scene on SNL and quickly lauched to box office superstardom with such popular films as "48 Hrs.," "Trading Places," & "Beverly Hills Cop" among many others. This week on "Pop Ranks"  Eric, Scott, and special guest Jamie Landsman delve into filmography of the one and only Eddie Murphy and rank his all time best films. Will they all agree? Will you agree? Tune in to find out.

]]> poprankpod false No 3590 53 full Christopher Nolan Movies Christopher Nolan Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/christopher-nolan/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/christopher-nolan/#comments Fri, 11 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/d3a7ef32-857d-3e94-9199-a2953e00d8bf poprankpod false No 3580 52 full Best of Robert De Niro Best of Robert De Niro https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-robert-de-niro/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-robert-de-niro/#comments Fri, 04 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/995fc942-adbe-3dee-a1de-7583caf4ecd3 He's considered one of the greatest actors of all time and revered by critics and audiences worldwide. A two time Oscar winner with a career spanning over five decades, his notable credits include roles in Raging Bull, The Deer Hunter, The Godfather Part II, and Taxi Driver. This week Eric aand Scott discuss the esteemed filmography of Mr. Robert De Niro.

]]> He's considered one of the greatest actors of all time and revered by critics and audiences worldwide. A two time Oscar winner with a career spanning over five decades, his notable credits include roles in Raging Bull, The Deer Hunter, The Godfather Part II, and Taxi Driver. This week Eric aand Scott discuss the esteemed filmography of Mr. Robert De Niro.

]]> poprankpod false No 3497 51 full 2010's Comedy Movies 2010's Comedy Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/2010s-comedy-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/2010s-comedy-movies/#comments Fri, 28 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/aa2e347c-8b34-3755-be0c-9c7c5c775523 Eric & Scott close out thier look at comedy films as they delve into the 2010's, the decade of silly bandz, fidget spinners, gangham style, and the ice bucket challenge!  Are any of their picks destined to become new classics or will they end up erased altogether from your favorite streaming service? Tune in to find out on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> Eric & Scott close out thier look at comedy films as they delve into the 2010's, the decade of silly bandz, fidget spinners, gangham style, and the ice bucket challenge!  Are any of their picks destined to become new classics or will they end up erased altogether from your favorite streaming service? Tune in to find out on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> poprankpod false No 2896 50 full Best of Al Pacino Best of Al Pacino https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-al-pacino/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-al-pacino/#comments Fri, 21 Mar 2025 16:41:35 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/1d977b06-450d-390a-bbc2-58d25c62dfdd A beloved actor whose captivated stage and screen with an iconic career spanning over five decades, his resume includes bonafide classics like Dog Day Afternoon, Serpico, Scarface, and of course, The Godfather. This week on Pop Ranks Eric and Scott delve into the filmography of the one and only, Al Pacino. Join us as we celebrate this Hollywood legend and rundown his best films.

]]> A beloved actor whose captivated stage and screen with an iconic career spanning over five decades, his resume includes bonafide classics like Dog Day Afternoon, Serpico, Scarface, and of course, The Godfather. This week on Pop Ranks Eric and Scott delve into the filmography of the one and only, Al Pacino. Join us as we celebrate this Hollywood legend and rundown his best films.

]]> poprankpod false No 3490 49 full 2000's Comedy Movies 2000's Comedy Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-2000s-comedy-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-2000s-comedy-movies/#comments Fri, 14 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/981a2fbe-fac0-3ba4-91d2-fd5a6a00d06c We leave the 90's behind and dive into a brand new century (without Y2K killing us all). This week Eric & Scott continue their discussion of comedy films into the decade of cargo pants, ipods and reality TV!" Which films kept the laughs going and which faded faster than the latest boy band? Tune in to find out on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> We leave the 90's behind and dive into a brand new century (without Y2K killing us all). This week Eric & Scott continue their discussion of comedy films into the decade of cargo pants, ipods and reality TV!" Which films kept the laughs going and which faded faster than the latest boy band? Tune in to find out on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> poprankpod false No 3377 48 full Actors Who Died Too Young Actors Who Died Too Young https://popranks.podbean.com/e/actors-who-died-too-young/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/actors-who-died-too-young/#comments Fri, 07 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/161b1c77-3956-376c-8d8f-1f7820d065e5 A poignant bookend to a prior episode about musicians, this week on "Pop Ranks," Eric & Scott discuss some of their favorite "actors" whose lives & careers were cut tragically short. Some left an indelible mark in TV & Cinema. Some became Hollywood legends. Join us on this week's episode to celebrate those shining lights lost to us, but fondly remembered.

]]> A poignant bookend to a prior episode about musicians, this week on "Pop Ranks," Eric & Scott discuss some of their favorite "actors" whose lives & careers were cut tragically short. Some left an indelible mark in TV & Cinema. Some became Hollywood legends. Join us on this week's episode to celebrate those shining lights lost to us, but fondly remembered.

]]> poprankpod false No 3411 47 full 90's Comedy Movies 90's Comedy Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/90s-comedy-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/90s-comedy-movies/#comments Fri, 28 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/f2bcdc18-187f-39f2-bc0c-a42cb2907a8b This week Eric & Scott keep the laughs going as they move on from the 70's & 80s and fast forward (or is it a rewind?) back to the decade of grunge, Pogs, 90210, & dial up internet to rank the best "Comedy Movies from the 90s!." Will they close out the millenium on a fun filled high note or will their picks fade faster than beanie babies, butterfly clips, & the Macarena? Tune in to find out on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> This week Eric & Scott keep the laughs going as they move on from the 70's & 80s and fast forward (or is it a rewind?) back to the decade of grunge, Pogs, 90210, & dial up internet to rank the best "Comedy Movies from the 90s!." Will they close out the millenium on a fun filled high note or will their picks fade faster than beanie babies, butterfly clips, & the Macarena? Tune in to find out on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> poprankpod false No 2910 46 full Musicians Who Died Too Young Musicians Who Died Too Young https://popranks.podbean.com/e/musicians-who-died-too-young/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/musicians-who-died-too-young/#comments Fri, 21 Feb 2025 18:22:27 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/509c04e5-105a-354c-aac5-611795462c0e poprankpod false No 3910 45 full Best Horror Comedies Best Horror Comedies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-horror-comedies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-horror-comedies/#comments Fri, 14 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/5f635cdf-ff60-30ba-a1f4-2af0b42ef73a Not many films can both terrify you and make you laugh. But which ones are successful at both? This week Eric, Scott, & returning guest Alex Kuciw rank the best Horror Comedies of all time! Will their picks get your heart pounding & tickle your funny bone or fail to do either and make you reach for the remote?

]]> Not many films can both terrify you and make you laugh. But which ones are successful at both? This week Eric, Scott, & returning guest Alex Kuciw rank the best Horror Comedies of all time! Will their picks get your heart pounding & tickle your funny bone or fail to do either and make you reach for the remote?

]]> poprankpod false No 2931 44 full Comedies of the 70s and 80s Comedies of the 70s and 80s https://popranks.podbean.com/e/comedies-of-the-70s-and-80s/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/comedies-of-the-70s-and-80s/#comments Fri, 07 Feb 2025 02:00:00 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/5705c0b1-2355-3455-a78b-2cc903277a1b They were the decades of polyester, disco, big hair, shoulder pads, & MTV. They also delivered some of the most memorable comedy movies ever made! This week Eric and Scott re-visit their youth to rank the best comedy movies from the 1970s and 80s." Will their picks bring back a smile to your face or is it best not to dwell on the past?

]]> They were the decades of polyester, disco, big hair, shoulder pads, & MTV. They also delivered some of the most memorable comedy movies ever made! This week Eric and Scott re-visit their youth to rank the best comedy movies from the 1970s and 80s." Will their picks bring back a smile to your face or is it best not to dwell on the past?

]]> poprankpod false No 2540 43 full Vampire Films Vampire Films https://popranks.podbean.com/e/vampire-films/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/vampire-films/#comments Fri, 31 Jan 2025 09:30:27 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/28c45793-e186-374c-8dbd-b5b9451b4a40 The lure of immortality. The thirst for blood. Those pearly white fangs! Vampires have been scaring & fascinating us for years through film, literature, art, & legend. This week Eric, Scott, & returning guest Alex Kuciw rank the best "Vampire Films" of all time! Will their picks satisfy your bloodlust or make you long for the sunrise?

]]> The lure of immortality. The thirst for blood. Those pearly white fangs! Vampires have been scaring & fascinating us for years through film, literature, art, & legend. This week Eric, Scott, & returning guest Alex Kuciw rank the best "Vampire Films" of all time! Will their picks satisfy your bloodlust or make you long for the sunrise?

]]> poprankpod false No 3018 42 full Cover Songs Cover Songs https://popranks.podbean.com/e/cover-songs/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/cover-songs/#comments Fri, 24 Jan 2025 02:01:00 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/401ddc0a-cecc-3aa7-b09f-39fd51c6529e You just can't beat the original they say. Well, maybe sometimes you can! This week Eric, Scott, & special guest Paul Levin cue up their playlists to celebrate the very best "Cover Songs!" Are their picks worthy of their predecessors or do they deserve to be scrapped altogether? Tune in to find out on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> You just can't beat the original they say. Well, maybe sometimes you can! This week Eric, Scott, & special guest Paul Levin cue up their playlists to celebrate the very best "Cover Songs!" Are their picks worthy of their predecessors or do they deserve to be scrapped altogether? Tune in to find out on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> poprankpod false No 3766 41 full Best Action Movies Best Action Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-action-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-action-movies/#comments Fri, 17 Jan 2025 02:00:00 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/184c042b-b093-3730-a7d6-9e770eb6e0f3 They thrill us. They excite us. They keep us on the edge of our seats. But what are the ingredients that make a great action film? Car chases? Explosions? Fight scenes? Death defying stuntwork? Will you be excited by Scott and Eric's picks or will they make you run towards the comedy and drama section? 

]]> They thrill us. They excite us. They keep us on the edge of our seats. But what are the ingredients that make a great action film? Car chases? Explosions? Fight scenes? Death defying stuntwork? Will you be excited by Scott and Eric's picks or will they make you run towards the comedy and drama section? 

]]> poprankpod false No 3019 40 full Best Power Ballads Best Power Ballads https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-power-ballads/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-power-ballads/#comments Fri, 03 Jan 2025 22:13:11 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/efdabcf4-d80b-3c9f-bed9-41fb47eb18dc Who doesn't love a big, loud, & emotional power ballad? Those iconic rock songs designed to simultaneously woo your lover and blow out your speakers. This week Eric, Scott, & returning guest Robyn Albohn countdown their favorite "Power Ballads" from the 80's. Will their passionate picks land on your next mix tape or leave you sleeping alone on the couch? 

]]> Who doesn't love a big, loud, & emotional power ballad? Those iconic rock songs designed to simultaneously woo your lover and blow out your speakers. This week Eric, Scott, & returning guest Robyn Albohn countdown their favorite "Power Ballads" from the 80's. Will their passionate picks land on your next mix tape or leave you sleeping alone on the couch? 

]]> poprankpod false No 4049 39 full Best Hair Bands Best Hair Bands https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-hair-bands/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-hair-bands/#comments Fri, 27 Dec 2024 09:12:23 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/48dbd0ad-859a-390b-b52f-a1c6a4f635e5 The music of the 80's defined a generation. Who can forget the fashion...the music videos...THE HAIR! This week Eric, Scott, and special guest Robyn Albohn rewind their tape decks back to the decade of excess to celebrate the very best Hair Bands! Will their picks warrant a rewind or a badly needed haircut?

]]> The music of the 80's defined a generation. Who can forget the fashion...the music videos...THE HAIR! This week Eric, Scott, and special guest Robyn Albohn rewind their tape decks back to the decade of excess to celebrate the very best Hair Bands! Will their picks warrant a rewind or a badly needed haircut?

]]> poprankpod false No 4227 38 full Best Christmas Movies Best Christmas Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-christmas-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-christmas-movies/#comments Fri, 20 Dec 2024 02:00:00 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/f13f5148-4e5f-3744-bb2b-b6a277a0ebbd Tis the Season to be Jolly! Who doesn't love to gather with friends and family and watch your favorite Christmas movies? But what makes a good one? This week, Eric and Scott rank their favorite Christmas films! Will their picks warm your heart or leave coal in your stocking?

]]> Tis the Season to be Jolly! Who doesn't love to gather with friends and family and watch your favorite Christmas movies? But what makes a good one? This week, Eric and Scott rank their favorite Christmas films! Will their picks warm your heart or leave coal in your stocking?

]]> poprankpod false No 2431 37 full NYC Films NYC Films https://popranks.podbean.com/e/nyc-films/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/nyc-films/#comments Fri, 13 Dec 2024 13:53:05 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/cf3217b4-8364-3cde-acdf-0508345bb0ec "Start spreadin' the news...," Eric and Scott are taking their unique bite out of the Big Apple as they rundown their list of the best films set in New York! Will their picks make you want to book your next trip or just "get the f*@k outta here?"

]]> "Start spreadin' the news...," Eric and Scott are taking their unique bite out of the Big Apple as they rundown their list of the best films set in New York! Will their picks make you want to book your next trip or just "get the f*@k outta here?"

]]> poprankpod false No 3943 36 full Favorite All-Time Films Favorite All-Time Films https://popranks.podbean.com/e/favorite-all-time-films/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/favorite-all-time-films/#comments Fri, 06 Dec 2024 11:47:29 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/362e75ee-67d4-39ea-9438-d9ad1c593d6d We all love going to the movies and everyone's got their favorites. We're of course no exceptions, so this week Eric and Scott rundown their favorite films of all time! Will their picks match up with each other? Will they match up with yours?

]]> We all love going to the movies and everyone's got their favorites. We're of course no exceptions, so this week Eric and Scott rundown their favorite films of all time! Will their picks match up with each other? Will they match up with yours?

]]> poprankpod false No 3888 35 full TV Comedies TV Comedies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/tv-comedies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/tv-comedies/#comments Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:38:23 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/e8ed7e41-3f6b-3675-b085-11aea95f3a8b What makes great television comedy? The writing, the performances your own funny bone? This week Eric and Scott rundown their all time favorite TV comedies! Will you find the same things as funny as they do or will you think their sense of humor is way out of whack?

]]> What makes great television comedy? The writing, the performances your own funny bone? This week Eric and Scott rundown their all time favorite TV comedies! Will you find the same things as funny as they do or will you think their sense of humor is way out of whack?

]]> poprankpod false No 4217 34 full Best TV Cops Best TV Cops https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-tv-cops/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-tv-cops/#comments Fri, 11 Oct 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/8f9f399a-7f6b-3af1-83ca-b93c3437361e They may be good. They may be bad. But they're always compelling. One of TV's most popular and enduring genres, Eric & Scott rundown their all time favorite TV Cops! Will they get a commendation or thrown in the clink?

]]> They may be good. They may be bad. But they're always compelling. One of TV's most popular and enduring genres, Eric & Scott rundown their all time favorite TV Cops! Will they get a commendation or thrown in the clink?

]]> poprankpod false No 3810 33 full Best Stand Up Comedians Best Stand Up Comedians https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-stand-up-comedians/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-stand-up-comedians/#comments Fri, 04 Oct 2024 18:18:29 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/ac4bd57c-fa8e-38d1-bd7d-b81e628c5a7e What makes a great Standup Comedian? Timing? Delivery? This week on Pop Ranks, Jamie Lamchick returns to join Eric and Scott to discuss their all time favorites. Do any of their picks tickle your funny bone or would you boo them off the stage?

]]> What makes a great Standup Comedian? Timing? Delivery? This week on Pop Ranks, Jamie Lamchick returns to join Eric and Scott to discuss their all time favorites. Do any of their picks tickle your funny bone or would you boo them off the stage?

]]> poprankpod false No 5434 32 full Best of John Carpenter Best of John Carpenter https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-john-carpenter/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-john-carpenter/#comments Fri, 27 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/85ca67ea-626c-3025-ac1d-a9641805dcb6 His movies are genre classics. His style unmistakable. His film scores instantly recognizable. This week on Pop Ranks, Eric, Scott, and special guest Alex Kuciw rundown the very best of the legendary master of horror, John Carpenter. Tune in to this week's episode to find out if their favorites match up with yours.

]]> His movies are genre classics. His style unmistakable. His film scores instantly recognizable. This week on Pop Ranks, Eric, Scott, and special guest Alex Kuciw rundown the very best of the legendary master of horror, John Carpenter. Tune in to this week's episode to find out if their favorites match up with yours.

]]> poprankpod false No 3237 31 full Best of Tom Hanks Best of Tom Hanks https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-tom-hanks/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-tom-hanks/#comments Fri, 20 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/34c7cef3-7527-319e-a4be-d2e6e9e70f15 You never know what you're gonna get. He's great at drama. He's great at comedy. He writes, produces, directs, and he's one of the world's most beloved actors. This week, Eric and Scott discuss the career of the one and only Tom Hanks. Did the favorite Hanks movies line up yours or Houston, are we gonna have a problem?

]]> You never know what you're gonna get. He's great at drama. He's great at comedy. He writes, produces, directs, and he's one of the world's most beloved actors. This week, Eric and Scott discuss the career of the one and only Tom Hanks. Did the favorite Hanks movies line up yours or Houston, are we gonna have a problem?

]]> poprankpod false No 4234 30 full Friday the 13th Movies Friday the 13th Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/friday-the-13th-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/friday-the-13th-movies/#comments Fri, 13 Sep 2024 08:02:17 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/7d46f81c-3808-3e7a-a54f-d29b371351c9 Ch-ch-ch, ah-ah-ah. Friday the 13th is typically synonymous with two things....bad luck & the hockey masked cinematic slasher, "Jason Vorhees." In honor of the notorious day, this week on Pop Ranks, Eric & Scott take a deep dive into the entire "Friday the 13th" horror franchise from the 1980 original to the 2009 remake. Which chapters are the best and which ones deserve to sink to the bottom of Crystal Lake? 

]]> Ch-ch-ch, ah-ah-ah. Friday the 13th is typically synonymous with two things....bad luck & the hockey masked cinematic slasher, "Jason Vorhees." In honor of the notorious day, this week on Pop Ranks, Eric & Scott take a deep dive into the entire "Friday the 13th" horror franchise from the 1980 original to the 2009 remake. Which chapters are the best and which ones deserve to sink to the bottom of Crystal Lake? 

]]> poprankpod false No 4026 29 full Best High School Movies Best High School Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-high-school-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-high-school-movies/#comments Fri, 06 Sep 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/1634bad9-30c6-323b-bd73-cbe65a085f5f The new school year is upon us: textbooks, lockers, pop quizzes, and prom! This week, Eric and Scott venture back to the classroom to discuss their favorite films set in High School. Will their picks get extra credit or land them in detention?

]]> The new school year is upon us: textbooks, lockers, pop quizzes, and prom! This week, Eric and Scott venture back to the classroom to discuss their favorite films set in High School. Will their picks get extra credit or land them in detention?

]]> poprankpod false No 3494 28 full Game Night Game Night https://popranks.podbean.com/e/game-night/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/game-night/#comments Fri, 30 Aug 2024 10:45:22 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/01bc85ed-38c3-321b-a756-6931d4428c79 Roll the dice & draw a card, it's time to gather up friends and family for a good old fashioned Game Night! This week Eric and Scott rundown their top choices to make your next gathering a blast. Did their selections win the night or will they gather dust in the closet?

]]> Roll the dice & draw a card, it's time to gather up friends and family for a good old fashioned Game Night! This week Eric and Scott rundown their top choices to make your next gathering a blast. Did their selections win the night or will they gather dust in the closet?

]]> poprankpod false No 2997 27 full Best Horror Movies Best Horror Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-horror-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-horror-movies/#comments Fri, 23 Aug 2024 11:45:19 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/18f0114f-946e-36a7-a487-b0880e61f7cb "What's your favority scary movie?" For over 100 years, Hollywoood has loved terrifying audiences with all types of monsters, ghosts, madmen, and things that go bump in the night. This week on Pop Ranks, Eric, Scott, & returning guest Alex Kuciw rundown the very best Horror films of all time! Tune in to this week's episode to find out if their frightening favorites match up with yours.

]]> "What's your favority scary movie?" For over 100 years, Hollywoood has loved terrifying audiences with all types of monsters, ghosts, madmen, and things that go bump in the night. This week on Pop Ranks, Eric, Scott, & returning guest Alex Kuciw rundown the very best Horror films of all time! Tune in to this week's episode to find out if their frightening favorites match up with yours.

]]> poprankpod false No 4033 26 full Best Sports Movies Best Sports Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-sports-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-sports-movies/#comments Fri, 16 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/8c3dfe2a-65e1-313f-a638-c6033a077a0c They thrill us. They move us. They inspire us. This week on Pop Ranks, Eric, Scott, and special guest Ren Leach compare their rosters on the very best Sports Movies! Will their choices knock it out of the park or strike out completely?

]]> They thrill us. They move us. They inspire us. This week on Pop Ranks, Eric, Scott, and special guest Ren Leach compare their rosters on the very best Sports Movies! Will their choices knock it out of the park or strike out completely?

]]> poprankpod false No 4709 25 full Entertainers from New Jersey Entertainers from New Jersey https://popranks.podbean.com/e/entertainers-from-new-jersey/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/entertainers-from-new-jersey/#comments Fri, 09 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/1e7449a0-9cac-31b4-aa23-15ff36e27edb The great state of New Jersey has given us many great inventions including the phonograph, FM radio, and saltwater taffy. It's also the birthplace of some of the world's greatest entertainers! This week on Pop Ranks, Eric and Scott celebrate some of the best performers from the Garden State.

]]> The great state of New Jersey has given us many great inventions including the phonograph, FM radio, and saltwater taffy. It's also the birthplace of some of the world's greatest entertainers! This week on Pop Ranks, Eric and Scott celebrate some of the best performers from the Garden State.

]]> poprankpod false No 3091 24 full Martin Scorsese Movies Martin Scorsese Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/martin-scorsese-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/martin-scorsese-movies/#comments Fri, 02 Aug 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/6a6a9714-a999-3f44-a9ff-a66f8310ec37 He's considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time with a career spanning over 50 years. He's an Oscar winning director who's resume includes classic films such as Taxi Driver, Goodfellas, and Raging Bull. This week, Eric and Scott delve into the impeccable career of the one and only Martin Scorsese! Do their favorites match up with yours?

]]> He's considered one of the greatest filmmakers of all time with a career spanning over 50 years. He's an Oscar winning director who's resume includes classic films such as Taxi Driver, Goodfellas, and Raging Bull. This week, Eric and Scott delve into the impeccable career of the one and only Martin Scorsese! Do their favorites match up with yours?

]]> poprankpod false No 3744 23 full Sweet Snacks Sweet Snacks https://popranks.podbean.com/e/sweet-snacks/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/sweet-snacks/#comments Fri, 26 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/465bac28-1313-31e7-a953-0dfedde4c2e3 This week Eric and Scott join guests Liz Gutman and Jamie Landsman to bookend their prior savory snack episode and this time rundown their sweet favorites. Will their sweet tooth choices satisfy your cravings?

]]> This week Eric and Scott join guests Liz Gutman and Jamie Landsman to bookend their prior savory snack episode and this time rundown their sweet favorites. Will their sweet tooth choices satisfy your cravings?

]]> poprankpod false No 4008 22 full Savory Snacks Savory Snacks https://popranks.podbean.com/e/savory-snacks/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/savory-snacks/#comments Fri, 19 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/128504bf-5318-3190-a2f7-815e49b296b6 It's three hours past dinner and you've got the hungries again. What's your favorite savory snack food to tide you over? This week Eric, Scott and special guests Liz Gutman and Jamie Landsman rundown their favorites. Will their tasty selections match up with yours?

]]> It's three hours past dinner and you've got the hungries again. What's your favorite savory snack food to tide you over? This week Eric, Scott and special guests Liz Gutman and Jamie Landsman rundown their favorites. Will their tasty selections match up with yours?

]]> poprankpod false No 3699 21 full Best of Tom Cruise Best of Tom Cruise https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-tom-cruise/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-tom-cruise/#comments Fri, 12 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/fada01d7-2089-3f9d-8212-1b89ee7b6a6a Eric and Scott feel the need for speed as they break down the career of the world's biggest movie star, the legendary Tom Cruise! For over 40 years, he's worked with formidable actors and top notch directors across countless memorable films. Did your favorites make the list?

]]> Eric and Scott feel the need for speed as they break down the career of the world's biggest movie star, the legendary Tom Cruise! For over 40 years, he's worked with formidable actors and top notch directors across countless memorable films. Did your favorites make the list?

]]> poprankpod false No 3013 20 full Great Actors at Both Comedy and Drama Great Actors at Both Comedy and Drama https://popranks.podbean.com/e/great-actors-at-both-comedy-and-drama/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/great-actors-at-both-comedy-and-drama/#comments Fri, 05 Jul 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/e7789654-9d8a-3dec-bcbe-764d2e0f2e7d They can make you laugh till you cry or just plain weep. It takes a great actor to be truly skilled at both comedy and drama. This week Eric and Scott discuss their favorite thespians who are masters of both. Tune in and find out if your favorites made the list on this week's Pop Ranks.

]]> They can make you laugh till you cry or just plain weep. It takes a great actor to be truly skilled at both comedy and drama. This week Eric and Scott discuss their favorite thespians who are masters of both. Tune in and find out if your favorites made the list on this week's Pop Ranks.

]]> poprankpod false No 3901 19 full Best of Monty Python Best of Monty Python https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-monty-python/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-of-monty-python/#comments Fri, 28 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/944aaccf-92ef-3db8-8c7d-cde82a5125dc And now for something completely different....  Eric and Scott are on hand with special guest Greg Longin to discuss the career and legacy of the one and only Monty Python! Tune in this week to see how it all stacks up

]]> And now for something completely different....  Eric and Scott are on hand with special guest Greg Longin to discuss the career and legacy of the one and only Monty Python! Tune in this week to see how it all stacks up

]]> poprankpod false No 3156 18 full Best Breakfast Cereals Best Breakfast Cereals https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-breakfast-cereals/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-breakfast-cereals/#comments Fri, 21 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/20f0987e-de23-349a-ac75-3ac3f5847a72 Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day. So, this week Eric, Scott, and special guest Jamie Landsman take a deep bite into their favorite cereals! Did your crunchy favorites make the list or get left on the shelf? 

]]> Breakfast is considered the most important meal of the day. So, this week Eric, Scott, and special guest Jamie Landsman take a deep bite into their favorite cereals! Did your crunchy favorites make the list or get left on the shelf? 

]]> poprankpod false No 2651 17 full Nightmare on Elm Street Movies Nightmare on Elm Street Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/nightmare-on-elm-street-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/nightmare-on-elm-street-movies/#comments Fri, 14 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/8ad81bb3-93cb-3553-b0ee-563229711bdd Eric and Scott do a deep slice & dice into Freddy Kreuger, the beloved madman of the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise on this week's episode. Which entry in the series was a dream and which was a nightmare you couldn't wake up from?

]]> Eric and Scott do a deep slice & dice into Freddy Kreuger, the beloved madman of the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise on this week's episode. Which entry in the series was a dream and which was a nightmare you couldn't wake up from?

]]> poprankpod false No 3228 16 full James Cameron Movies James Cameron Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/james-cameron-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/james-cameron-movies/#comments Fri, 07 Jun 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/0c1efb76-ebf7-355a-8847-fcfbe3b3ed04 Eric and Scott break down the career of one of the most popular and prolific film directors of all time, James Cameron. Is the man behind some of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters including Titanic, Avatar, and Aliens really the king of the world?

]]> Eric and Scott break down the career of one of the most popular and prolific film directors of all time, James Cameron. Is the man behind some of Hollywood's biggest blockbusters including Titanic, Avatar, and Aliens really the king of the world?

]]> poprankpod false No 3037 15 full Best Candies Best Candies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-candies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-candies/#comments Fri, 31 May 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/18c05f38-348d-3492-b9fe-703dba3c880e What makes a great candy? Is it sweetness? Chocolate? Caramel? No nutritional value whatsoever? On this week's Pop Ranks, Eric and Scott review a lifetime of confectionery indulgence and discuss their favorites with special guest Jamie Landsman. Did yours make the list?

]]> What makes a great candy? Is it sweetness? Chocolate? Caramel? No nutritional value whatsoever? On this week's Pop Ranks, Eric and Scott review a lifetime of confectionery indulgence and discuss their favorites with special guest Jamie Landsman. Did yours make the list?

]]> poprankpod false No 3236 14 full Best 80's Sitcoms Best 80's Sitcoms https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-80s-sitcoms/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-80s-sitcoms/#comments Fri, 24 May 2024 11:58:10 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/73d7e107-51fc-3034-a029-884b7f7a7286 Special guest and Wonder Years alum Michael Tricario joins the guys to rewind back to the 80's and take a nostalgic look at a decade that produced some of funniest and most beloved sitcoms of all time! Did your funny faves make the list?

]]> Special guest and Wonder Years alum Michael Tricario joins the guys to rewind back to the 80's and take a nostalgic look at a decade that produced some of funniest and most beloved sitcoms of all time! Did your funny faves make the list?

]]> poprankpod false No 4863 13 full Best Rom Coms Best Rom Coms https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-rom-coms/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-rom-coms/#comments Fri, 17 May 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/4273b97e-edfa-3240-8ae0-d25eff98270e It's the genre that has brought couples together for decades. A cinematic celebration of life, love, and complicated relationships. This week actress Jaime Lamchick joins the Pop Ranks duo to discuss their favorite Romantic Comedies. Will you be Moonstruck by their choices or find them totally Clueless?

]]> It's the genre that has brought couples together for decades. A cinematic celebration of life, love, and complicated relationships. This week actress Jaime Lamchick joins the Pop Ranks duo to discuss their favorite Romantic Comedies. Will you be Moonstruck by their choices or find them totally Clueless?

]]> poprankpod false No 5076 12 full Best Teachers in Film and TV Best Teachers in Film and TV https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-teachers-in-film-and-tv/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-teachers-in-film-and-tv/#comments Fri, 10 May 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/6efa39a0-338a-369c-812b-fa15de4f9a6e They've taught us, guided us, and continued to inspire us. In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Eric and Scott discuss their favorite teachers in film and TV. Do our picks deserve an apple or detention?

]]> They've taught us, guided us, and continued to inspire us. In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Eric and Scott discuss their favorite teachers in film and TV. Do our picks deserve an apple or detention?

]]> poprankpod false No 3558 11 full Best 80's Albums Best 80's Albums https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-80s-albums/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/best-80s-albums/#comments Fri, 03 May 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/6a693b99-7710-3377-b6e8-c4d60d614a2b Come on feel the noise as we travel back to the the decade of big hair, colorful clothing, and MTV! That's right, we're ranking the top 10 best 80s Albums. Did your favorites make the list?

]]> Come on feel the noise as we travel back to the the decade of big hair, colorful clothing, and MTV! That's right, we're ranking the top 10 best 80s Albums. Did your favorites make the list?

]]> poprankpod false No 4209 10 full Steven Spielberg Movies Steven Spielberg Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/steven-spielberg-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/steven-spielberg-movies/#comments Fri, 26 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/e9d57ad8-63e1-3b7d-b5d7-c8ba8f12cb65 He's one of the most popular and acclaimed filmmakers of all time with Jaws, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, and Schindler's List on his vast resume - this week Eric and Scott countdown their favorite films from the one and only Steven Spielberg!

]]> He's one of the most popular and acclaimed filmmakers of all time with Jaws, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Jurassic Park, and Schindler's List on his vast resume - this week Eric and Scott countdown their favorite films from the one and only Steven Spielberg!

]]> poprankpod false No 3599 9 full Physical Media & The Criterion Collection Physical Media & The Criterion Collection https://popranks.podbean.com/e/physical-media-the-criterion-collection/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/physical-media-the-criterion-collection/#comments Fri, 19 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/234b07da-bf47-3f33-8904-378f16c4c839 Taking a break from the ranks this week, we discuss the current state of Physical Media and spotlight some great home video picks from The Criterion Collection that you should check out.

]]> Taking a break from the ranks this week, we discuss the current state of Physical Media and spotlight some great home video picks from The Criterion Collection that you should check out.

]]> poprankpod false No 2126 8 full Movie Villains Movie Villains https://popranks.podbean.com/e/movie-villains/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/movie-villains/#comments Fri, 12 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/37b6d4a3-9e00-37e4-82af-76fb3a68b39b What makes a good hero? Why a dastardly villain of course!

Eric and Scott bookend last week's Heroes episode with a look at cinema's most legendary baddies. Tune in to find out if your sinister favorites made the list

]]> What makes a good hero? Why a dastardly villain of course!

Eric and Scott bookend last week's Heroes episode with a look at cinema's most legendary baddies. Tune in to find out if your sinister favorites made the list

]]> poprankpod false No 2347 7 full Movie Heroes Movie Heroes https://popranks.podbean.com/e/movie-heros/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/movie-heros/#comments Fri, 05 Apr 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/114e6ea3-0eed-3f6d-ad61-6335f989fcc8 What's a guy (or gal) gotta do to make Eric and Scott's Heroes list? This week, the boys discuss their favorite movie heroes. Did your heroes step up and make the list? Listen and find out.

]]> What's a guy (or gal) gotta do to make Eric and Scott's Heroes list? This week, the boys discuss their favorite movie heroes. Did your heroes step up and make the list? Listen and find out.

]]> poprankpod false No 2424 6 full SNL Cast Members SNL Cast Members https://popranks.podbean.com/e/snl-cast-members/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/snl-cast-members/#comments Fri, 29 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/d7cf1382-12cb-3650-baca-b68915a62159 Live from New York, it's Saturday Night! Actress/Comedienne Amanda Bruton joins us for a look at the cast of one of TV's longest running and most beloved programs, "Saturday Night Live." Everyone's got their favorites, right? Tune in to find out if yours match up with theirs on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> Live from New York, it's Saturday Night! Actress/Comedienne Amanda Bruton joins us for a look at the cast of one of TV's longest running and most beloved programs, "Saturday Night Live." Everyone's got their favorites, right? Tune in to find out if yours match up with theirs on this week's episode of "Pop Ranks."

]]> poprankpod false No 4318 5 full Quentin Tarantino Movies Quentin Tarantino Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/quentin-tarantino/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/quentin-tarantino/#comments Fri, 22 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/b86a07bb-3a5c-307b-8bf0-54d19c79f9f7 Break out your Hattori Hanzo swords and grill up a Royale with cheese because this week, we are delving into the filmography of director Quentin Tarantino! From Reservoir Dogs to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood with a little Pulp Fiction in between, find out how your favorites from this iconic filmmaker stack up.

]]> Break out your Hattori Hanzo swords and grill up a Royale with cheese because this week, we are delving into the filmography of director Quentin Tarantino! From Reservoir Dogs to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood with a little Pulp Fiction in between, find out how your favorites from this iconic filmmaker stack up.

]]> poprankpod false No 4619 4 full Candy Bars Candy Bars https://popranks.podbean.com/e/candy-bars/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/candy-bars/#comments Fri, 15 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0300 popranks.podbean.com/d8dde150-1f94-3845-aff9-d3db5f61032d Eric and Scott indulge their sweet tooth this week and rank their favorite all time candy bars. Did your tasty favorites make the list?

]]> Eric and Scott indulge their sweet tooth this week and rank their favorite all time candy bars. Did your tasty favorites make the list?

]]> poprankpod false No 2010 3 full The Best of Arnold Schwarzenegger The Best of Arnold Schwarzenegger https://popranks.podbean.com/e/arnold-schwarzeneggers-filmography/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/arnold-schwarzeneggers-filmography/#comments Fri, 08 Mar 2024 02:00:00 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/20573889-eb0e-342b-908b-5e212f3fd774 Eric and Scott are back to discuss the iconic career of the one and only Arnold Schwarzenegger! From Conan the Barbarian and a tussle with a Predator to his most formidable role as the Terminator, join them in breaking down the best roles of this legendary bodybuilder, movie star, and politician.

]]> Eric and Scott are back to discuss the iconic career of the one and only Arnold Schwarzenegger! From Conan the Barbarian and a tussle with a Predator to his most formidable role as the Terminator, join them in breaking down the best roles of this legendary bodybuilder, movie star, and politician.

]]> poprankpod false No 2598 2 full John Hughes Movies John Hughes Movies https://popranks.podbean.com/e/john-hughes-movies/ https://popranks.podbean.com/e/john-hughes-movies/#comments Thu, 29 Feb 2024 17:16:46 -0400 popranks.podbean.com/48df23dc-4659-37c5-8284-09d3e0b58568 Eric and Scott rewind back to the 80's and delve into the teen angst & comedy world of director John Hughes. Was Ferris Bueller's Day Off the best day ever, did The Breakfast Club serve up a better helping of Hughes, or did Sixteen Candles out-celebrate them all?

]]> Eric and Scott rewind back to the 80's and delve into the teen angst & comedy world of director John Hughes. Was Ferris Bueller's Day Off the best day ever, did The Breakfast Club serve up a better helping of Hughes, or did Sixteen Candles out-celebrate them all?

]]> poprankpod false No 3319 1 full