The Two Rankers Podcast

Darren & Matt sit down with comedian David Alfie Ward to talk comedy influences. David takes us through the names who have influenced him in his career and also shares what his superhero name and super power would be (it's an interesting choice). Also Darren reminds David of some material that he forgot he had! Commission fee pending. Find us all on the socials too: @thetworankers @darrendoesjokes @davidalfieward

Darren & Matt talk to comedian Jake Steers about his Top 5 Comedy Influences. We also discuss Jake getting heckled by members of his own family and his eventful time at university. Find us all on the socials too: @thetworankers @darrendoesjokes @jakesteerscomedy

Darren & Matt sit down with comedian, podcaster and all round top bloke, Carl Donnelly. We discuss Carl's Top 5 Comedy Influences in chronological order, Zoom comedy gigs and Carl's mad Instagram videos. Also in this episode, find out what TV show Sir Tom Jones, Her Majesty the Queen and Billie Eilish could be appearing on soon.Once you are done with the Rankers, go and check out "How's This For A Podcast" which Carl is a co host of.Find us all on the socials too:@thetworankers@darrendoesjokes@carldonnelly 

Darren & Matt sit down with comedian, podcaster and absolute geezer Rich Wilson to discuss his Top 5 Comedy Influences. We also discuss mental health and Crohn's disease, swap funny wedding stories and most importantly; rank biscuits. This is a longer episode than normal because we had such a good chat with Rich and wanted to share as much of it with you all as possible.Once you're finished with The Two Rankers, go and listen to Insane In The Men Brain. You won't be disappointed.Find us all on the socials too:@thetworankers@darrendoesjokes@IamRichWilson@menbrainpodcast

Darren & Matt sit down with the boys for The Bison & The Butler podcast for a special crossover episode of half ranking and half current affairs. Topics up for discussion this week are Britain's Got Talent, Armie Hammer, Crisps and Trainers. Matt also explains why he both does and doesn't live in a cul-de-sac.

Darren & Matt are joined by comedian Trevor Bickles to discuss his Top 5 Comedy Influences. Other topics covered include but are not limited to - the sugar tax, the perfect size ramakin for a cheese soufflé and putting chocolate in the freezer?! (We know. That's really weird)

Darren & Matt are joined by their good friend Gav who wanted to know the Top 5 Full English Breakfast Items. This is well covered in this episode along with our views on professional footballers on the rob, induction hobs and if its acceptable to have a meat free Christmas.

Darren sits down with powerful but long comedian, Tom Alban. They discuss Tom's Top 5 Comedy Influences as well as hecklers and how to get put into a non lethal prison for exactly 3 years.Matt is MIA during this episode for reasons that are disclosed during the recording. It's no big loss.

The Rankers return for more nonsense. Discussion topics this time include - favourite pick and mix sweets, the best families on Gogglebox and Matt educates us on the laws of physics. There are also some very questionable impressions throughout.

Darren & Matt discuss their food choices when they're at the end of a drunken night out or whilst hungover the following day (or days due to our ages). Following this episode, we both made trips to our number 1 spots to get takeaways and I challenge anyone not to want to do the same after listening to this.

The first of a series of shorter episodes we're calling Stubby Ranks. The Rankers discuss their Top 5 Cheeses. A few topic side notes include a strange McDonalds order and early Christmas Dinners. 

Darren & Matt are joined by comedian Danny Mark to discuss his top 5 Comedy Influences. We also discuss home schooling, bad facial hair and Twitter wars.

"We're like Vic & Bob and one extra one". Darren & Matt are joined by comedian & fellow podcaster Aaron Jay. Aaron tells the Rankers who his Top 5 Comedy Influences are. There are also a lot of Office quotes and references used. You can catch Aaron on his podcast - Smiling Politely

Darren & Matt are joined by comedian Nelson Gombakomba. Nelson tells the Rankers his Top 5 Comedy Influences as we battle to hold a stable WIFI connection! Nelson also shows off his Top 5 pairs of glasses (but only via the video chat. Sorry listeners)

Darren & Matt rank the Top 5 Albums that were released between 2000-2005. In addition, they have a very in depth chat about their DIY projects involving MDF.

Darren & Matt are joined by comedian Louie Green. Louie tells the Rankers who his Top 5 Comedy Influences are, Darren blows his own trumpet and Matt has a great story about Charles Dickens.

Darren & Matt rank their top 5 moments from the popular TV series The Office. If you love the TV show then this will be right up your street. Also Matt gives you the low down on an outrageous deal on Pepsi Max from B&M.

Darren & Matt rank the Top 5 football players who have never appeared at the FIFA World Cup. This is the first appearance of the "Would You Rather" question which will become a feature on every episode. 

Darren & Matt discuss which players would be in their fantasy football teams. In an interesting twist, they have to select players who have not played for the same club or be from the same nation. There are some very questionable choices made but it is a fun listen!