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The truth is no longer "out there," the truth is here. UFO sightings have not only become more culturally accepted, cases of unexplained phenomena have been declassified and confirmed by governments all across the world. Join David and Felicia as they review some of the most compelling cases, and hear the stories of "Walking the Shadowlands" host Marianne Coleman, a spiritual sensitive who has had many experiences with visitors from other worlds and the unseen realms here on this planet.

Once upon a time there was a brave explorer named David Fedor and an inquisitive adventurer named Anne Marie Sweeney who teamed up to seek the five most magical tales in the land. With a task so challenging, they were aided in their quest by revered scribe Libby Ward. Join them on their quest as the valiant trio discover the Top 5 Children's Books. Libby Ward is an award-winning comedy writer, artist, and games producer. Some of her delightful work can been found on Cartoon Network's "Be Cool, Scooby Doo!," GSN's "Idiot Test," and most recently, the kid's science podcast, "Who Smarted?!" She's most excited about her newly-released, bilingual children's book, Luchadormice, which focuses on themes of: diversity, cooperation, inclusion and love!   

Mankind has its sights set on colonizing the planet Mars. Newly christened branches of the military are racing billionaires with expendable income to become the first to achieve permanent residence on the Red Planet. But the big question remains... what the hell are you supposed to do when you get there?!? Luckily hosts David and Felicia are your trip advisors for your Martian recreation. And with help from guest expert Ricci Bahia, we guarantee you will be satisfied.  Ricci Bahia studied a masters in Geology with Planetary Science at the University of Manchester and went on to get a PhD there, titled "The Evolution of Surface Topography and Environment of Mars from Channel Networks".  He is currently working as a researcher for Rolls Royce examining the characteristics of dust in the atmosphere and how they damage jet engines - but - will be returning to Martian research in February, when he will be starting a Research Fellowship working for the European Space Agency. 

Marketing Missteps, Advertising Aberrations, PR Problems, on this episode of List Rate Rank, David and Felicia are talking about some of history's biggest (and sometimes hilarious) branding mistakes that companies have made while trying to advertise and sell their products. Guest expert Laura Rees (www.lrees.com) joins the show to lend her marketing expertise in ranking these Top Branding Mistakes. Laura Rees helps smart, fun entrepreneurs and business owners build brands that sell so they can stop spending so much time hunting for customers and build a system that brings customers to them. She's supported some of the world’s most recognizable brands, some of the world’s smallest companies, and lots of organizations in between.

It's the stuff of horror movies. You go into the hospital for routine surgery and come out missing an arm! Or with a DIFFERENT FACE?!? Anesthesia fears are often irrational, but that doesn't stop patients from thinking they might wake up in a bathtub and a pain where their kidneys once were. On this episode of List Rate Rank, our hosts David and Felicia draw inspiration from personal experiences to compile a scary collection of fears. They are joined by Dr. Renee Sunday to rank these Top Anesthesia Fears. Dr. Renee Sunday is known as the Platform Builder. She is an Award-winning Board Certified Anesthesiologist , Media Personality, Publisher, Bestselling Author , Coach , Grief Counselor, Motivational Speaker, and an Anesthesiologist. Dr. Renee Sunday at her core is a humanitarian and has always been deeply inspired by helping others from all walks of life. 

Countdown television and films finest fictional bands in this episode of List Rate Rank. With incredible imaginary ensembles like Spinal Tap, Blues Brothers and The Wonders, to family friendly fakers like the Monkees, Alvin and the Chipmunks and the Partridge Family, fake bands are sometimes even more beloved than real bands themselves. Which make-believe music group will David and Felicia pick for their Top 5, and will any of them match the list of guest expert Matt Prigge? Matt Prigge is a film journalist and professor based in Brooklyn. He's the former film editor of the Metro newspaper, and has written for The Village Voice, Vulture, The Guardian, Filmmaker Magazine, Philadelphia Weekly, and Uproxx. He teaches film and television at NYU and at Temple University and he gets along well with cats.

Life is hard. This year has been even more difficult for millions of people around the world. Yet daily we find ourselves defeating challenges, big and small. On this episode of List Rate Rank, David Fedor and Felicia Gillespie search for strength and motivation as they compile the Top 5 Ways to Overcome Adversity. They are joined by guest expert "The Quadfather" Brian Swift. Brian P Swift is a success coach, author and motivational speaker who has faced tremendous obstacles and thrived all the way through them. He believes that everyone is capable of success, and that’s why he has spent over 30 years developing hundreds of successful leaders. His latest book, “The Quadfather” explores the various mental and behavioral practices for building the grit and character needed to achieve the unthinkable. Learn more at https://brianpswift.com

Despite their initial squeaky clean image, the "Fab Four" of John, Paul, George and Ringo evolved to be some of the most complex celebrities of their time. Our hosts David Fedor and Felicia Gillespie scour the history books for scandalous facts about The Beatles in our Top 5 Shocking Beatles Facts episode. Which ones are so shocking they even surprise our guest expert, author Sibbie O'Sullivan? Sibbie O’Sullivan is retired Senior Lecturer in the Honors College at the University of Maryland. She is a book reviewer for the Washington Post, specializing in music, culture, and the arts. Her book, My Private Lennon: Explorations from a Fan Who Never Screamed is a series of linked autobiographical essays that explore the musical, cultural, and personal aspects of intense music fandom, and offers a new point of view from which to consider the Beatles’ impact on society and on the individual.

On today's episode, hosts David Fedor and Felicia Gillespie share tales of personal experience while they compile lists of the Top 5 Ways to Quit Your Job. Who has the juiciest job quitting story? Which will make the Top 5? And most importantly, will any of them be recommended by our expert? Our guest expert Lydia Lee is the Work Reinvention Coach and Small Business Strategist at Screw The Cubicle.  Since 2013, she's helped hundreds of people transition out of the golden corporate handcuffs, develop successful self-employment strategies, and create an impact in the work they want to do. Her mission has been to support new entrepreneurs and changemakers to find the direction, pathway, courage, and clarity to make their business a 100% expression of their gifts, values, and personality.

Our new season kicks off with paranormal stories from hosts David Fedor and Felicia Gillespie as they attempt to rank the world's greatest hauntings. They are joined by guest expert Kristy Sumner, founder and lead investigator of Soul Sisters Paranormal.

Those songs that get stuck in your head, we all know them. We hate them because they're annoying, but they're also so infectiously awesome. Sometimes we wake up and they're there, already running through your head. You'll absent-mindedly be humming a tune, only to realize that you've been at it for hours! In this episode of List Rate Rank, we'll determine our definitive listing of the Top 5 Earworm Songs, and seek out the expertise of Song Appeal's Hunter Farris to help us explain the science behind why we love the music we love. Be sure to tune in to our most controversial episode yet!

Unexplained lights in the sky... strange noises from the woods... government cover-ups... we all know the stories and legends. Sometimes you hear them around the campfire, or from your grandpa, or falling down a rabbit hole online. The best conspiracy theories capture your imagination and test what you truly believe. Join us today as we determine the Top 5 best conspiracy theories with the help of our guest expert, Skeptoid's Brian Dunning.

Mamma Mia! is one of the biggest movie musicals of all time, and the sequel currently in theaters, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again, is reviving the ABBA fever all over the world. We consulted with lifelong ABBA fanatic Dave Ranallo to determine the Top 5 ABBA songs of all time, and also celebrate this spectacular Swedish sensation.

Why travel? There's so many places to travel to, but what are some of the compelling reasons to get out there and go experience them? In this episode, our hosts are joined by world traveller, "Daddy Blogger" Rick Shetty as they try and determine the Top 5 Reasons to Travel.

Join our hosts David Fedor and Joe Wichryk as they do their best to narrow down the Top 5 Movie Quotes with the help of film expert Matt Prigge. Remember, that in the end "There Can Be Only One."

Our solar system is filled with eight (ok, 9 or more depending on who you ask) exciting and diverse planets. In this episode of List Rate Rank, hosts David Fedor and Joe Wichryk call upon the expertise of Talking Space's Gene Mikulka to rank the Top 5 planets of our solar system.

What is the greatest dinosaur of all time? The T-Rex? Stegosaurus? Triceratops? Our hosts David Fedor and Joe Wichryk debate, discuss and deliberate their choices, and then consult a dinosaur expert to settle things once and for all. Today's guest expert is John Feightner.