Formidable Opponents
119 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 25 ratingsFunny and intense arguments about what is "the best" in the world of movies, music, sports and everything pop culture from three guys who have known each other our whole lives. A formatted head to head (to head) to settle the score, once and for all on everything ranging from best one-hit wonder to best sports scandal. Formidable Opponents covers a wide array of interesting topics and breaks them down in a round table discussion as each of us defends and debates our individual takes on the topics we all love to hilariously argue about. [email protected]: @FOpponents Instagram formidable_opponentsFacebook: Formidable Opponents Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/foropponents
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Best Creed Song
April 05, 2024 21:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBOn this episode, we delve deep into the musical labyrinth of Creed! Join Formidable Opponents, as we soar with eagles, grow out our soul patches and wear our studded belts as we embark on a quest to answer questions like, "Was Creed given a fair shake?" "Why did Scott Stapp tuck in his Tony Romo jersey during a lip-synched performance at a Dallas Cowboys Thanksgiving game?" "Why in the hell were there Merman in the My Sacrifice video?" From the theatrical, the pretentiousness and to the...
Best Breakfast Cereal
March 28, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBThis week on Formidable Opponents, we're diving deep into the topic of "Best Breakfast Cereal." We talk everything from classic brands to new favorite and even some of those brands on the bottom shelf that get neglected, not here though as we cover everything! We'll share fun facts and personal anecdotes about our favorite cereal brands and the best part is that the roof of your mouth will still stay in tact. So grab a bowl and join us as Formidable Opponents debates and discusses, "Best...
Worst Dancing in a Music Video
March 07, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBOn this episode of Formidable Opponents, three guys who are absolute experts on bad dancing (anecdotal evidence), will dissect the absolute worst dancing ever to grace your televisions. On this episode, we breakdown every awkward arm flail and unnecessary gyration. Join us in remembering the calamity that unfolded in front of our very eyes at such an impressionable age, as this week Formidable Opponents debates and discusses "Worst Dancing in a Music Video." Support the show Reach out to...
Best I Miss You Song
February 29, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBOn this episode, we dive straight into the heart wrenching emotions and soul-stirring hits from our favorite "I Miss You" songs. We'll dissect the lyrics, unravel the emotional undertones and discuss the musicians who have crafted those three words (not "I love you," THOSE are the words that should've been said before the songs we discuss on this episode were written). Whether you're seeking solace in the lyrics, reminiscing about past connections, or you just want to listen to three heart...
Best Apology Song
February 21, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBGiven the musicianship this episode discusses, apology songs are heartfelt, poignant, an expressive grasp for reconciliation, a remorseful regret, and a strong desire to right wrongs. Given the individuals on this podcast discussing apology songs, there will be jokes, observations, and fun facts but also remorseful regret and a strong desire next episode to right wrongs. Check out our latest episode, as Formidable Opponents debates and discusses "Best Apology Song." We're sorry! Support t...
Best 90s Love Song
February 07, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBThe 90s didn't invent the love song (neither did Elvis, knock it off) but what the era did create was a new sound and a new way to express emotions. The artists of the decade created some of the all-time biggest ballads and for many of them, it catapulted them to a whole other level of success and exposure. So, make that phone line dedication, enjoy that slow dance and go ahead and convulse in a fit of passion, totally acceptable (please, warn those around you ahead of time). Yes, this ...
Most Overrated 80s Band
January 31, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBOn this episode of Formidable Opponents we take you back to a simpler time, a time where a show choir mega stars got together for a good cause, a time when going out to eat at your local Pizza Hut was considered fine dining, a time where music told the the decade's story and those storytellers may have utilized an excessive amount of Aqua Net (pink). Yes, we're revisiting the 80s this week and although we have a deep appreciation for synthesizers, bright colors and big hair, we do have a f...
Best TV Series Finale
January 24, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBWe are back for 2024 and if you're a "Curb Your Enthusiasm" fan, you know our window to say "Happy New Year" is long gone (January 7th, for the uninitiated). Speaking of great shows, and the endings of great shows, we're kicking off our first episode of the year by discussing and debating "Best TV Series Finale." So many great memories as we get to talk about the classic series that we think stuck the landing. Unfortunately, due to time constraints, there was no mention of WCW Nitro. S...
Worst Christmas Movie
December 20, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBAlthough Christmas is a time of joy and celebration, that won't stop us about talking some of the terrible things about the holiday, namely, the bad movies. Christmas movies have been a yearly staple for decades now. Naturally, with the oversaturation of said movies, you're bound to come across a few stinkers. Sure, we tend to forgive more during the holidays but in this episode of Formidable Opponents, we examine these movies and ask the most important of questions. "Why?!" This week w...
Best 80s Pop Song
December 06, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBOn this week's episode of Formidable Opponents, we're covering an era that elevated pop to a whole new level. An era of excess. MTV, arcades, roller skating rinks, bowling alleys, movie theaters and more featured the omni-present soundtrack of all our favorite pop hits of the era. It's hard to believe how much time has passed since the end of a decade that continues to bring us so much pop culture nostalgia. The 80s will always live on, bring us joy and remind us of a time of big styles,...
Best Nicolas Cage Movie
November 29, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 49.6 MBOn this episode, we celebrate one of our favorite legendary actors. Nicolas Cage has entertained the masses for the better part of five decades. We've watched him grow from moody punk teenager to a myriad of leading roles, sometimes subdued, other times intense but always entertaining. The Cage-aissance is taking place and with the acclaimed, recently released "Dream Scenario" generating some positive buzz around our hero, it is only fitting we take the time to honor and discuss some of ...
Best Pink Floyd Song
November 17, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBWe're back and we get to honor one of the greatest bands of all-time! A band whose music is so immersive and thought-provoking, a band whose music never fails to captivate. That's right, on this episode we're talking "Best Pink Floyd Song." Spanning generations, this iconic band has left a lasting impact on the music world and has provided the soundtrack to some of the best memories of our lives. This week we talking about the musicianship, the meaning and the timelessness of the one and...
RIP Matthew Perry
October 30, 2023 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBThis week, we're trying a little something different. To combat excessive episode delays, we'll be including some bite-sized bonus episodes. These episodes will tackle everything from current events or quick hot takes we'd like to discuss. The formats will vary and we're excited about continuing to churn out more content and discuss our takes on all things nostalgia and pop culture. This week Randall flies solo as he remembers Matthew Perry. Support the show Reach out to us and follow us...
Worst Horror Movie Villain
October 19, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBIt's Halloween season and that means two things, 1)Enjoying some great horror movies 2) Enjoying some bad horror movies. What fun is the season if you can't laugh? Campy Halloween villains have been a staple for decades, hitting their stride in the 80s and early 90s but for us, they will live on...or, die on forever. We love the catch phrases, ridiculousness and the asinine as much as we love the blood, guts and gore. Join us for a trip down memory lane as we hate on one of the things we...
100th Episode
October 04, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBWe did it, we made it to 100 episodes (93 more than we anticipated)! On this episode we celebrate the great memories, fun times we've had the opportunities to share, and all the great guests, friends and listeners we've celebrated throughout this crazy time together. Check out this episode as we discuss how we started this podcast, our successes, failures, our funniest moments and our favorite episodes. Thank each of you for riding this crazy wave with us and listening to three fans share...
Best Game Show
September 20, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBWe have reached episode 99, closet to a dollar without going over! This episode honors every gameshow, host, contestant, the laughs, the insight, the cash and prizes, plus much more. If you were ever absent from school, missed work, or had a lazy summer morning in front of the tv (before streaming), consider this episode your parting gift to a bygone era where suits by Botany 500 and a beautiful dinette set were all the rage! Don't be THAT person who bets 1 cent over on contestant's row, b...
Best Song by a Fictional Band
September 13, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBThere's nothing like combining two things we love talking about! We're talking about the "fake artists" we wished that truly existed . The songs that capture our favorite movie moments, characters and stories. While we cannot promise absolutely no singing, we can promise some great nostalgia, debatable takes and lots of laughs. On this episode of Formidable Opponents we talk about both movies and music as we debate and discuss, "Best song by a Fictional Band." Support the show Reac...
Most Obsessive Song
September 04, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBThis week Formidable Opponents puts on our best pair of sunglasses, picks up our cordless phones and we're all watching you. Since we are, there's no better opportunity to join us and listen to a fun and interesting take on songs about obsession. These hits sometimes hit the mark and quickly grew to be instant obsessive classics, others have just failed and have been mired in cringe and unintentional comedy. Check out Formidable Opponents this week as we debate and discuss, "Most Obsessi...
Best Football Movie
August 24, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBFootball makes for a great backdrop when it comes to movies. The personalities, stories, relationships, collisions, the emotion, the excitement, what's not to like?! From inspiring stories, to epic battles on the field, the movies we discuss in this episode capture the essence of the game. Whether it's the underdog triumphing, the team coming together, or bad Texas accents, or finding out decades later you weren't adopted and only used to monetary gains by a family who provided a studio w...
Best 90s Music Video
August 09, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBWe're back talking 90s music videos with our friends Stephie and Lindi from "Turn of the Millennials" podcast. For this episode, we're running back the 90s video music talk. During one of our previous collaborations, we talked about "Worst 90s music videos" and we had another great time talking about one of our collective favorite past times as kids. Our selections couldn't be more different and we promise no monkeys were harmed during this recording. Also, we wrap up the episode by shar...
Best Summer Blockbuster Movie
July 26, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBThis week on Formidable Opponents we examine one of our favorite past times. Sitting in a dark, air conditioned room and escaping the Summer heat while enjoying a great movie. Not only a great movie, a great summer movie. A movie where you can shut your brain down for a couple of hours and enjoy an action packed thrill ride. The films we discuss are what summers were made for. Classics that will live on forever! We'll never get tired of these flicks as much as our listeners might get ti...
Best 90s Frontman
July 19, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.9 MBThe 90s music scene. What an iconic era. An era for new expressive sounds, lyrics and personalities. An era that created an outlook for bigger, better, louder, angrier. With that sound came a new voice, new problems, new feelings and we explored beneath the surface levels of whom we listened to. Although plagued with loses of some of the biggest paragons who defined the time, the emotion and the rawness of many of the musical acts of that era have stood the test of time and continue to ...
Best Song About a Woman
July 12, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.7 MBWe're back! We haven't let the sweltering Texas Summer heat hold us back another week as we talked about the people who make the world go round. That's right, this week Los Estupidos Romanticos, otherwise known as Formidable Opponents debate and discuss "Best Song About a Woman." Check out our takes and humor regarding some of the most epic songs inspired by the most important people in our lives. A lot of history, controversy and backstories about the music that has captivated our mind...
Best Fast Food Item
June 16, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBThis week on a Supersized episode of Formidable Opponents, we take on Fast Food. With so many options and experiences, there is no doubt that many of our memories growing up are tied to these restaurants and food items. They indeed share a special place in our hearts...at least that's what our physicians tell us during our EKG tests. We cover everything from long forgotten food items, orders we regretted, and times shared with our family and friends. Most of all, we share some pretty gr...
Worst 90s One-Hit Wonder
June 07, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBFor episode 90, we're taking it back to the 90s! We've previously covered "Best 90s One-Hit Wonders" on a revisit, now we are taking on the worst. The 90s were an eclectic time full of opportunity and joy in the music industry. Those opportunities and that joy though short lived remains a part of our core memories and on every preset on every radio for anyone who is over 35 sending minivan owners singing along (windows up and quietly to themselves) all over the world. On the flip side o...
Worst Movie Sequel
May 31, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBFor every Dark Knight, there is a Batman & Robin, for every Empire Strikes back, there is a Phantom Menace, for every Godfather II, there is a Godfather III. This week Formidable Opponents is talking about that perfect imbalance of bad sequels. Those movies whose predecessors brought you back thirsty for more and left you completely disappointed. Look, they can't all be House Party 2 but there's no doubt that when a hit movie rakes it in, studios keep drinking from that well until it runs...
Sexiest 90s Song
May 24, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBThis week Formidable Opponents gives the people what they want (to tolerate). That's right, splash on some of that Curve cologne and put on your best structure polo because we're talking sexy 90s music. Music from an era, for a mood and yes, we each have our personal and hilarious interpretations of what that means. After all, nothing is sexier than three middle-aged guys reminiscing about a simpler time where monk chants over a seductive beat and a plum colored suit is all you needed for...
Best Movie Plot Twist
May 16, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBGreat movie plot twists are like a rollercoaster ride. They take you on a journey of emotions and keep you guessing until the very end. The cleverest of twists will make you want to watch the movie again and again just to see how it all came together. This week on Formidable Opponents we break down these twists, we also show our appreciation of Amanda Peet and perform three of the worst Mark Wahlberg impressions you’ve ever heard but that won’t stop us from talking about what we think mak...
Remembering Chris Farley
May 03, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.3 MBTo be funny and meaningful is a trait of a truly unforgettable comedian. Chris Farley was a comedic powerhouse that captured the laughs and the admiration of an entire generation. 25 plus years after his death, we still remember the times where he not only made us laugh but also inspired us with his humor and his genius. Though we lost him way too soon and through tragic circumstances that we will discuss, we will talk about his legacy as a physical and energetic performer, as well as wha...
Best 80s Metal Song
April 19, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.4 MB80s Metal has a special place in our hearts, it gave us speed, thrash, pulse pounding music that defined a generation and continues to inspire generations after. Sure, it gave us *ahem* hair metal and we are obligated to mention that's a point of discussion, too. However, we are mainly touting the legacy of an underdog genre that was loud, in your face and continues to be both relevant and popular today. 80s metal has been featured on many of today's popular movie and TV shows and it's no...
Best Song in a Movie
April 05, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBThis week Formidable Opponents is talking songs in movies and there's nothing like a great soundtrack playing over some of the all-time most memorable scenes. It's a natural combination that adds to the experience and gives us all that immersive feeling. So, whether you're into those heel characters who violently torture their victims, deal drugs while badly singing along to 80s classics, or worst of all, laugh for no reason after a sexual encounter, this show is for! Join us this week as...
Best Supporting Character on The Simpsons
March 28, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 59.2 MBHi, Everybody! This week, Formidable Opponents takes you to the happiest place on Earth: Tijuana!...err. Springfield. This week we are joined by our good friend Jiovanna Perez @jiowritesstories (who's the only person who calls us "sir" without adding, "you're making a scene"), as we discuss all things Simpsons . On this episode, we are focusing on the secondary characters that brought Springfield to life but don't boo us (we'll assume you were saying Boo-urns), we talk about the entire ...
Best Drinking Song
March 21, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBOur 2023 NCAA brackets are enough to make us drown our sorrows in alcohol but this week we celebrate! We celebrate our return, our listeners and we celebrate the music that bonds us. You can pretty much call anything a drinking song, and if you do, there is help. However, there are a chosen few tunes that are your prime go to's. Maybe they remind you of good times, maybe you're a glutton for punishment who wants to reopen an old wound, maybe you just want to sit back and take the moment ...
Worst TV Series Finale
March 02, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 52 MBAs many of us know the only thing worse than an ending to something we love is a bad ending to something we love. When a television series ends badly, we are left with questions, confusion and disappointment. They aren't always reliable and consistent. When those "jump the shark" or "slow burn" moments start happening, we usually prepare for the end and sometimes the final episode is a dimly lit match compared to the bright candle we held for the series. This week Formidable Opponents pr...
Best Emo Song
February 22, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 54.7 MBThis week Formidable Opponents is elated, excited and pumped up to talk Emo music (odd, isn't it?) Yes, we are standing outside your window holding up our radios as we tackle a music genre that takes us back. Much how we associate party anthems with the great times we had in our youth, emo music played in an important role in how we dealt with growing pains, heartbreak and having to run laps in P.E. We are joined by our good friend (and a guy who can apply eyeliner like no other) Jomichae...
Best Super Bowl Memories
February 09, 2023 06:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBThis week Formidable Opponents is celebrating all things Super Bowl. The memories, the games, the players, and the exorbitant amount of fanfare that surrounds "America's biggest holiday." The Super Bowl has always been a time capsule of get togethers, fun, and food and we're covering all that and more! It's an episode you wouldn't want to miss, even if you're Scott Norwood. We talk about all the great moments that happen in between those sacred "white lines" (No 90s Dallas Cowboys jokes,...
Best 90s Rap/Hip Hop Song
February 02, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 43.5 MBThis week Formidable Opponents continues our 90s themed episodes as we debate and discuss what we felt was the golden age of rap and hip hop. An eclectic, energetic time where the genre not only seeped into the mainstream, it dominated it. The songs, the artists and the stories painted a picture of a life many did not know, its storytellers becoming worldwide icons. In the spirit of these songs that played during some of the most important moments of our lives, this week Formidable Oppone...
Best 90s Country Song
January 26, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBCall us The Joke Ridge Boys for this episode, as Formidable Opponents explore previously uncharted territories and we've gone country. We explored the pop country explosion of the 90s replete with the artists, sounds and bulk striped shirts that made the era a memorable one. If your show heifer won grand champion at the local livestock show, heck, even if it didn't, we invite you to tune in to this episode and take a look back at the decade that brought us Shania Twain (and those other guy...
Most Overrated 90s Band
January 19, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 49 MBAfter a long break, we wish we could go back. No, not to the holidays but back to a simpler time. Yes, we are talking 90s music this episode. What better way to jump into 2023 than to debate these golden classics (ouch) and have a few laughs while doing it? So, whether you understood every lyric to Yellow Ledbetter (liar), or you like your music with a side of melancholy, or even smidge of hee-hawing, we promise you'll enjoy this episode of "Formidable Opponents." Support the show Reach...
Nostalgia Round Table V (Holiday Edition)
December 22, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.5 MBThe end of the year and our last episode of the year brings some truce to our lives. Join Formidable Opponents on this episode as we discuss the true meaning of the Christmas Spirit, good gifts, bad gifts, orange highlighter running shorts, drink mixers, trips to Spain on pain killers and a "Best of" Tracy Morgan SNL DVD. It's all here, plus our year in review and some of our best memories of our 2022 episodes. So, give us a listen as we celebrate the holidays and celebrate our 75th epis...
Worst Christmas Movie Character
December 16, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBOn this episode of Formidable Opponents we cover those often overlooked heinous characters we love to hate during Christmas (No, not your relatives), we're talking the most despicable, evil and selfish individuals that attempt to rob us of holiday joy (No, not politicians). Tune in as we put a little love in your heart by hating on the heartless. So, leave that high powered rich attorney and join us on the goat farm as you discover your self-worth and the true meaning of the holiday spiri...
Best Christmas Song
December 09, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBIt's the Holiday Season and we are back for another series of fun Christmas themed episodes. This week on Formidable Opponents, we're debating "Best Christmas Song." With over 500 versions of "Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas" to eagerly sift through (each more somber than the next) and the fact that we're all mostly in good spirits, what could we possibly disagree on? So, tune in to find out which Christmas songs made the cut and which of us does the worst Sammy Davis Jr. impressi...
Best Musical Artist That Went Solo
November 29, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 53.5 MBAcclaim though important when shared can be invaluable for some when the recognition rests solely on one individual's talent alone. A star leaving a band to set out to make a name for him or herself is an all-too common tale. Often times, the impetus of a band's demise occurs when hubris takes precedence (Or, believe in one's self and abilities, if you're into that kind of stuff). This week on Formidable Opponents, we spend 78 minutes trying to name members of The Commodores outside of L...
Nostalgia Round Table IV (Thanksgiving Edition)
November 22, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 51.5 MBThanksgiving is a time to share, reflect and gather. If you grew up like us, it was also a time for unintentional family comedy and inexplicable Country Crock tubs full of stuffing. This week on Formidable Opponents, we give thanks to the memories, the food, time spent family and for our main entrée we rank and debate best Thanksgiving sides. Support the show Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formidableopponents.buzzsprout.com/ (Website) ...
Best Kevin Smith Scene
November 08, 2022 06:00 - 1 hour - 50 MBThe movies of Kevin Smith have had a huge impact on us spanning the past four decades. Smith's intelligent philosophy, random musings, pop culture dialogue and quick humor has been a huge inspiration for us and we now get to show our appreciation for someone who introduced us to Snowba...er, um, talents like Jason Lee and Jason Mewes (among countless others). Kevin Smith grew up on the comedies and comedians we grew up with and loved, he understood his audience because he was (and still i...
Best Stone Temple Pilots Song
November 01, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBStone Temple Pilots is a band we've always been fascinated by. Their consistency, catalog and talent help to carry the rock scene when grunge was fading out and rock was left trying to find an identity. STP had their ups and downs as a band but they hold a special place in our hearts for the memories, albums and the great live shows we got to witness. Join us this week as we peel back the layers on a group that was more than a grunge band, a criminally underrated collection of talented ar...
Best Halloween Song
October 18, 2022 05:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBWe all know that there are certain songs we can only tolerate for a season (If you listen to Mariah's "All I Want for Christmas" outside it's requisite November-December confines, well, first of, why? Secondly, maybe don't). Halloween is also a big music themed holiday. We may not directly connect many of these tunes to Halloween but they've grown to perfectly match the spirit of the holiday. Most deliberately, some inadvertently, which makes this such a fascinating music topic due to ...
Best Horror Movie Scene
October 11, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBThis week on Formidable Opponents, we are joined by Jenna and Danielle from the Did Not Need to Know Podcast, as they shift gears a bit to talk about something a little less gory and unbelievable. It's that time of year and you know we have to talk horror movies, more specifically those scenes that were the most memorable. So whether your weapon of choice is an ax, chainsaw, a flamethrower or a creepy ass doll, you're in the right place for what will be a very fun and entertaining discussi...
Nostalgia Round Table III (Halloween Edition)
October 04, 2022 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.4 MBThis week on Formidable Opponents we take a look back at some of our most cherished and fun Halloween memories (as well as a haunting figure in a cornfield that nearly beheaded Bob and Joseph). Join us as this week we talk, candy, traditions, and our favorite memories of Halloween, as Formidable Opponents sets the mood for the best (or 2nd best, or 3rd best) time of the year (depending on whom you ask). Reach out to us and follow us: [email protected] (Contact us) https://formi...
Top 10 Rock Bands - Part II
September 27, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 69.8 MBOn part one of our two part series, "Top 10 Rock Bands," we had the opportunity to talk about what made us fans of the genre, all whilst touching upon our different tastes and musical preferences. On this episode, you'll get the same insight, disagreement, comedy and debate as Formidable Opponents lists our top 5 rock bands of all-time, as compared to "Watch Mojo's" Top 10 Rock Bands list. It wasn't easy to name who ultimately came out on top but we'd love to hear your opinions of our lis...