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The Rank Podcast

Join John on The Rank, a podcast where movies and sitcom episodes are broken down, scored across multiple categories, and placed into their final tier. Smart analysis, laughs, and the occasional terrible joke included. Thanks for listening/watching!!

  1. -3 J

    Married... With Children - Married with Prom Queen: Part 1

    👑📺 John heads back to the Bundy universe for Season 3, Episode 17, “Married… with Prom Queen: Part 1.” In this classic two-part storyline from Married... with Children, Peggy Bundy becomes obsessed with reclaiming her glory days when she and Al prepare to attend their Polk High School reunion, where a “reunion queen” will be crowned. Peggy is determined to win the title and spends an outrageous amount of Al’s hard-earned money preparing for the event, including hundreds on a dress and shoes and thousands of dollars on phone calls to former classmates in an attempt to secure their votes. John breaks down the episode’s funniest moments, Peggy’s hilariously obsessive campaign for reunion queen, and the brewing Bundy-style rivalries that set the stage for the explosive conclusion in Part 2. Where does this episode land on the Sitcom Rankings? Tune in to find out. E-mail your fan questions, comments, and suggestions to info@therankpodcast.com. Support the show by becoming a patron at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheRankPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit The Rank's website for up-to-date rankings at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRankpodcast.com

    11 min

  2. -4 J

    The Secret Agent (2025) - Best Picture Rankings

    🎬🌎 In this episode of The Rank Podcast, John dives into Best Picture Rankings with a look at the acclaimed Brazilian political thriller The Secret Agent. Directed by Kleber Mendonça Filho and starring Wagner Moura, the film is set in Brazil in 1977, during the height of the country’s military dictatorship. The story follows Armando, a former professor who becomes entangled in the dangerous political climate after drawing the attention of the regime. Forced to flee persecution, he goes into hiding and attempts to evade the authorities while navigating a society gripped by fear, surveillance, and corruption. John breaks down the film’s mix of historical drama and noir-style tension, Wagner Moura’s powerhouse performance, and the movie’s exploration of power, resistance, and memory. Is The Secret Agent simply a gripping political thriller, or does it deserve its growing reputation as one of the most important international films of the year? Tune in as John analyzes the film’s themes, highlights the standout moments, and decides where it lands on the Best Picture Rankings. E-mail your fan questions, comments, and suggestions to info@therankpodcast.com. Support the show by becoming a patron at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheRankPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit The Rank's website for up-to-date rankings at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRankpodcast.com

    20 min

  3. -6 J

    Taxi - The Ten Percent Solution

    🚕🎭 In this episode of The Rank Podcast, John returns to Sitcom Rankings with a look at an acting-world misadventure from the classic sitcom Taxi — Season 3, Episode 6: “The Ten Percent Solution.” The story centers on struggling actor Bobby Wheeler, who is frustrated after losing an acting job to someone he believes got the part simply because of the “right look.” During a conversation at the Sunshine Cab Company garage, Bobby jokes that someone like Tony Banta could probably land roles just based on appearance alone. Tony, intrigued by the idea, decides he wants to try acting for himself and asks Bobby to become his agent, promising him the standard ten-percent commission. Reluctantly, Bobby agrees to manage Tony’s new career Tune in as John revisits the episode’s funniest moments, discusses Bobby’s career frustrations, and reveals where “The Ten Percent Solution” lands on the Sitcom Rankings. E-mail your fan questions, comments, and suggestions to info@therankpodcast.com. Support the show by becoming a patron at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheRankPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit The Rank's website for up-to-date rankings at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRankpodcast.com

    12 min

  4. 8 MARS

    The Mindy Project - Dinner At The Castellanos

    🎙️🍝 In this episode of The Rank Podcast, John returns to Sitcom Rankings with a look at The Mindy Project Season 3, Episode 15: “Dinner at the Castellanos.” The episode centers on Mindy Lahiri as she prepares to share some life-changing news with Danny. Still, before she can say a word, Danny’s estranged father, Alan Castellano, and his rebellious teenage daughter unexpectedly arrive in New York, throwing everything off course. Their sudden appearance sets the stage for a tense family gathering when Danny’s mother, Annette, invites everyone to her house for dinner, creating what quickly becomes one of the most awkward family reunions imaginable John breaks down how “Dinner at the Castellanos” blends outrageous dinner-table comedy with meaningful character development, pushing Mindy and Danny’s relationship into deeper territory while still delivering the show’s signature awkward humor. Tune in as John highlights the episode’s funniest moments, the chaotic Castellano family dynamics, and where this memorable installment lands in the Sitcom Rankings. E-mail your fan questions, comments, and suggestions to info@therankpodcast.com. Support the show by becoming a patron at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheRankPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit The Rank's website for up-to-date rankings at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRankpodcast.com

    13 min

  5. 5 MARS

    Marty Supreme (2025) - Best Picture Rankings

    🎬🏓 On this episode of Best Picture Rankings, John dives into the ambitious 2025 sports drama Marty Supreme, directed by Josh Safdie and starring Timothée Chalamet in one of the most talked-about performances of the year. Set in the gritty streets of 1950s New York, the film follows Marty Mauser, a fast-talking hustler and obsessive table-tennis prodigy determined to transform himself from an unknown gambler into a world champion. Loosely inspired by real ping-pong legend Marty Reisman, Marty’s story blends sports ambition with the chaotic energy of Safdie’s signature filmmaking style. John breaks down the film’s wild energy, the layered performance by Chalamet, and the way Marty Supreme flips the typical sports-movie formula on its head. Is this unconventional table-tennis epic worthy of its awards buzz and Best Picture conversation, or is Marty’s relentless pursuit of greatness ultimately its biggest flaw? Tune in as John serves up another entry in the Best Picture Rankings and decides where this bold sports drama lands on the list. E-mail your fan questions, comments, and suggestions to info@therankpodcast.com. Support the show by becoming a patron at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheRankPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit The Rank's website for up-to-date rankings at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRankpodcast.com

    14 min

  6. 2 MARS

    Taxi - Going Home

    👊🚕 John’s back at the Sunshine Garage for Taxi, Season 3, Episode 5: “Going Home.” This episode veers into Taxi’s more personal territory as Reverend Jim Ignatowski (Christopher Lloyd) receives an unexpected message from his past, a private investigator hired by his wealthy father finds him and delivers plane tickets and an invitation to visit home for the first time in decades, opening the door to a reunion Jim has long avoided. Jim dropped out of society years earlier, changed his name from Caldwell, and severed ties with his family when he walked away from an elite life, leaving behind privilege for the unpredictable world of New York cab culture. John breaks down why “Going Home” stands out as Taxi at its most reflective, blending dry humor with genuine emotional stakes, showcasing Jim’s backstory, and highlighting Alex’s role as the grounded heart of the ensemble. Tune in as John ranks this thoughtful chapter on the Sitcom Rankings, highlights the funniest moments and poignant beats, and asks whether this reunion earns its place among the series’ most memorable character explorations. E-mail your fan questions, comments, and suggestions to info@therankpodcast.com. Support the show by becoming a patron at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheRankPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit The Rank's website for up-to-date rankings at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRankpodcast.com

    12 min

  7. 1 MARS

    The Mindy Project - No More Mr. Noishe Guy

    🎙️💼 In this episode of The Rank Podcast, John dives into Sitcom Rankings with a look at The Mindy Project Season 3, Episode 14: “No More Mr. Noishe Guy.” Mindy Lahiri’s life takes a major turn as she continues her medical fellowship in San Francisco and faces two huge crossroads. When her colleague Rob offers her the chance to start a fertility clinic of her own in the city, Mindy is thrilled, but she struggles with how to break the news to Danny, especially after he surprises her with a brownstone he’s bought for them in New York. The couple’s differing attachments, Mindy’s budding love for San Francisco, and Danny’s deep roots in New York, spark tension as they try to balance career opportunities with personal and romantic priorities. John breaks down how “No More Mr. Noishe Guy” balances heartfelt relational stakes with comedic ensemble energy, and how the emotional cliffhanger raises the bar for what comes next in Mindy and Danny’s story. Tune in as John highlights standout beats, explores how this episode fits into Mindy’s ongoing evolution, and reveals where this pivotal entry lands on the Sitcom Rankings. E-mail your fan questions, comments, and suggestions to info@therankpodcast.com. Support the show by becoming a patron at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheRankPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit The Rank's website for up-to-date rankings at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRankpodcast.com

    16 min

  8. 26 FÉVR.

    Married... With Children - The Harder They Fall

    👊🥊 John’s back with Sitcom Rankings as he dives into Married… with Children Season 3, Episode 15: “The Harder They Fall.” In this riotous installment, a routine drive to the video store turns into a Bundy-level crisis when Peggy flips off a reckless driver who cuts them off in traffic. The offended motorist follows them home, and Steve Rhoades, spooked and convinced the angry stranger is coming after him, begs the Bundys to take shelter at his and Marcy’s house for protection while they watch movies together. John breaks down why “The Harder They Fall” delivers quintessential Married… with Children comedy: the mismatched egos, the paranoia turned punch-drunk humor, and the way ordinary fears spiral into absurd situations. Tune in as John ranks this episode on the Sitcom Rankings, highlights the funniest beats, and asks whether fear fueled by imagination ever delivers a bigger laugh than fear itself. E-mail your fan questions, comments, and suggestions to info@therankpodcast.com. Support the show by becoming a patron at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patreon.com/TheRankPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit The Rank's website for up-to-date rankings at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TheRankpodcast.com

    13 min
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Join John on The Rank, a podcast where movies and sitcom episodes are broken down, scored across multiple categories, and placed into their final tier. Smart analysis, laughs, and the occasional terrible joke included. Thanks for listening/watching!!

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  • Création
    The Rank Podcast
  • Années d’activité
    2023 - 2026
  • Épisodes
    513
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