Ranked : Top 5 Lists of Stuff That Don't Matter

Batter up those taste buds! 

This week we are breaking out our aprons and cracking open the windows, so you can catch a whiff of all the glorious aromas, because the PodCavern Bakery is open for business! People all around the world have enjoyed the art of baking for centuries because the creative possibilities are endless (and delicious). There are so many diverse flavours and textures that offer such a cozy sense of satisfaction ...

Time to get jiggy with it!

It's time to hit the D-floor and shake your butts because this week we are grooving out while talking about dance! People have been expressing themselves through dance for what feels like forever. It's a medium and universal language that has rich history, cultural significance, and also coolness & cringe all wrapped up in one art form. So join Tuong and Boogy Buddies Brie & Nick Watson (The Con...

Take a dip into deliciousness!

After a legendary episode ranking Top 5 Cheeses together, the gang is back for another food sample filled episode where we talk about the food you can't wait to scoop - dips! Dips are a culinary delight that has captured the hearts of foodies everywhere by providing us a flavour explosion of countless variety that often enhances the vessel you choose to dip with. One of the greatest things about them ...

If it's a jingle, let it mingle.

As much as we try to skip as many ads and commercials as we can this day in age, capitalism always finds a way to rears it's claws to sink itself into our brain through the power of catchy advertising earworms. There's an art to a commercial jingle that sets it apart from traditional songs. A good commercial jingle needs to catch your attention in a short span of time and make you subconsciously thi...

Hi, ho! It's the Muppet Show!

It's time to celebrate the felt-filled world of Jim Henson and talk Muppets! Since their creation in the 50's, the Muppets have been gracing our screens with endless entertainment, gags, and heart felt warm fuzzies. The Muppets are more than just puppets; they're cultural touchstones, comedic geniuses, life gurus, Hollywood celebrities, and surprisingly complex characters. So join Tuong La and Muppet M...

WAHOOO! 

Put on your plumbing overalls and get ready to stomp on some Goombas because we are back once again in The Mushroom Kingdom to celebrate Mario day (MAR10th)! In the past we have ranked the best Mario Games and Mario Songs, but this week we are wrapping our trifecta of Mario episodes and exploring the creative wondrous abilities that our favourite Nintendo mascot has been bestowed over the decades - his power ups! So join T...

Walking the red carpet one last time.

It's hard to believe that we have been ranking movies (almost) every year since our very first episode of this podcast back in 2017. In fact the whole conceit of this show came from first wanting to talk about our love of movies which eventually spun out to talking about all sorts of random topics. So it's very fitting that in our final year of Ranked we get to go back to where it all began and...

Thanks for the meme-ories.

Memes have become a universal language of the internet, capturing our shared experiences and showcasing them in amusing ways. And while there are new memes popping up every second of every day, there are some that have pushed past the noise and solidified it's place on the internet hall of fame. So join Tuong La and Meme Lords Emma Currie, Braeden Etienne, and Jacob Barrick as they scour all corners of th...

In a land before time...

Dinosaurs? Overrated! Okay, maybe not completely because we actually did an incredible episode ranking Dinosaurs years ago...but there's a whole world of amazing prehistoric creatures beyond the T-Rex. So join Tuong and PAL-eontologists Desiree Connors Warmington, Geoff McBride, and Catherine Ballachey as they journey back in time to an era ruled by some of the most fascinating creatures that roamed the Ear...

It's our final, epic Game of the Year ranking!

For the past 8 years, we've celebrated the awesome power that is video games with our GOTY deliberations. We've witnessed the gaming landscape change drastically over the years, but through thick and thin, we've delivered Top 5 lists of our favourite gaming experiences through rowdy and passionate debates. What makes PodCavern's GOTY lists special? They're crafted not by a gaming publi...

End of an Era...literally.

As Taylor Swift's epic Eras Tour comes to a close, we're taking a moment to celebrate the magic, the memories, and of course, the music from this beloved multi-talented icon. There are few artists that come to mind that have been able to capture the hearts and minds of their fans like Taylor has with her music. Her ability to combine her poetic brilliance with her ever evolving music has shaped her into t...

When you rank upon a star...

In celebration of Disney Dummies x Pixar Pals crossing our 100th episode, we decided to make one last crossover with Ranked doing what we do best! In this episode, we're taking on the enchanting task of ranking music that has captured the minds and hearts of Disney Dummies across the world. From heartfelt ballads to magical melodies, we’re diving into the music that has defined generations and sparked c...

Get your groove on!

Throughout our time on this show we have listened and ranked A LOT of music spanning from  the 80's, 90's, 2000's, and the 2010's. So where do we go from here? Backwards of course! It's time to end our pentalogy of ranking decades of music by boogying on down to the 70's. The 70's was a big turning point for contemporary music, elevating genres such as rock, reggae, funk, folk, and of course disco! The innovatio...

You are not prepared. 

On our final Halloween special of Ranked, we dive into the dark side of the internet to unravel the eerie mysteries of some of the most insidious groups on Earth. From twisted charismatic leaders to money gouging schemes to mass murders, we explore the sinister side of human beliefs and the rippling effects that come from it. So join Tuong and Level 5 PodCavern Worshippers Patricia Eddu, Stefanie McBurns, and...

Trick or Treat!

For our Halloween special this year, we are heading back into the candy aisle to debate once and for all the best chocolates to satisfy our devilish sweet tooth. So join Tuong La and Chocolate Chums Rob Lewin & Cas Knihnisky (Corpse), and Emily Vance (The Phlegmies) as they creep their way into a fang-tastic debate and rank Top 5 Candy Aisle Chocolate!

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Great Scott!

Time travel is a storytelling device that has been used in countless pieces of fiction, pop culture, movies, and more that has always added an extra wrinkle to a story for better or worse. Who among us hasn't wished they could turn back the clock, face off with a dark gritty version of our future self, ride in the DeLorean, or be stuck in a time loop for all eternity until we learned a valuable lesson?! So join Tuong L...

Schwing!

Welcome to a world of legends, where the mightiest weapons aren't just forged from steel, but from the imaginations of countless storytellers. From blades that wield mystical powers to those steeped in prophecy, these badass swords have become as famous as the heroes who wield them and captured our hearts and minds across movies, game, books, etc. So join Tuong La and Podcast Knights Justin Godelie (Pull the Plug), Jordan ...

*drool* Mmm Donuts.

Centuries ago some great innovator came up with punching a hole through fried dough. These dough balls eventually became the familiar ring shape we know today as donuts! Donuts have remained popular not only for it's versatility, coming in all sorts of flavours and sizes, but also for being a bit of a cultural icon in the comfort food world. This week join Tuong La and Dough-Boyz Jesse Bergen (What We Do in the ...

Hey Bae, hope you are ready to get turnt up to some lit tunes!

We did the 80's, we did the 90's, and then the 2000's, so the time has come to finally listen to the tunes of the 2010 decade ! The 2010's were a huge leap in the music industry with the rise of streaming services and having every song at your finger tips. The songs of the 2010s did wonders for many genres like pop, hip-hop, R&B, and saw the rise of EDM and all sor...