Episodes

  • 110 - Christmas (w/ Julia Caston)
    Oct 2 2024

    Christmas has come early! Eden and Brock recap episode 110, “Christmas,” discussing how Brad’s storyline wraps up and then answer a fan question about how they spent their first Middle paycheck. And costume designer, Julia Caston, joins the chat. She shares behind-the-scenes insights on dressing your favorite family from Orson.

    All that and much more, so let's get to Middling!

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    50 mins
  • 109 - Siblings (w/ Beau Wirick)
    Sep 25 2024

    Our Live Watch Party with Daniela Bobadilla is THIS SUNDAY, Sept. 29th, 3pm PST / 6pm EST!!

    Eden and Brock share favorite sibling memories, from Parent Trap-style ear piercings to dressing up as Baby Spice. While discussing Episode 109, "Siblings," they uncover an Easter egg about the Wrestlerettes. Plus, they chat with Beau Wirick (Sean Donahue), the literal boy next door and Sue's future husband, reminiscing about old times and exploring Beau's retirement from acting—and whether he'd return for a Middle reboot.

    All that and much more, so let's get to Middling!

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    1 hr
  • 108 - Thanksgiving (w/ Vijal Patel)
    Sep 18 2024

    Our next Live Watch Party is set for Sunday, September 29th with Daniela Bobadilla at 3pm PST / 6pm EST! Mark your calendars!

    Eden and Brock recap Brad's first episode, Thanksgiving. During their discussion, they talk about Brock's own personal coming out experience and how he relates it to Brad. Eden also lets the audience know which scene from this episode drove her into the loony bin. Plus, we talk to this episode's writer, Vijal Patel. His new series, The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh, drops this fall on Amazon Prime. Be sure to check it out!

    All that and much more, so let's get to Middling!

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    Email us your burning question for Eden & Brock -- or share what The Middle means to you. MiddlingPod@gmail.com

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • 107 - The Scratch (w/ Vicki Lewis)
    Sep 11 2024

    Our next Live Watch Party is set for Sunday, September 29th! Mark your calendars - more details to come!

    Today, Eden and Brock talk all about episode 107, The Scratch! They get into Bob and Ehlert's first solo-storyline, how this episode resonated with Eden's fear of being a good mom, and Brock's love of the hot cop with no lines. Plus, a wildly chaotic and entertaining interview with Vicki Lewis (NewsRadio, Finding Nemo) who played Ms. Barry, the social worker, in today's episode.

    All that and much more, so let's get to Middling!

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    Email us your burning question for Eden & Brock -- or share what The Middle means to you. MiddlingPod@gmail.com

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    46 mins
  • 106 - The Front Door (w/ Joey Newman)
    Sep 4 2024

    There's a lot of love in today's episode. Eden loves Zelda, and Brock loves Joey Newman. In our breakdown of 106, The Front Door, Eden and Brock share their thoughts on musical motifs, the evolution of Mike and Axl... and gaming? Joey Newman, the music composer, also offers unique insight on his addition to The Middle's comedy. Plus, instead of answering a fan question this week, Eden and Brock read a fan's letter about how much The Middle means to her and her family.

    All that and much more, so let's get to Middling!

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    Email us your burning question for Eden & Brock -- or share what The Middle means to you. MiddlingPod@gmail.com

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    46 mins
  • 105 - The Block Party (w/ Jen Ray)
    Aug 28 2024

    In today's episode, Eden doubles over in laugher as Brock dies from embarrassment as he recounts his audition for SNL. Additionally, a fan "pulls us in for a chat, babes" as they as ask what Eden and Brock's favorite TV shows are. But before all of this, there's a wonderful breakdown of "The Block Party" and a sparking conversation with Jen Ray, AKA the always perfect Nancy Donahue.

    All that and much more, so let's get to Middling!

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    Email us your burning question for Eden & Brock -- or share what The Middle means to you. MiddlingPod@gmail.com

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    52 mins
  • 104 - The Trip (w/ Lee Shallat Chemel)
    Aug 21 2024

    Big announcement! For our Ehlert's members, our first live watch party is happening on Sunday, August 25th at 3pm PST / 6pm EST with special guest, Jessica Marie Garcia (aka Becky from the Wrestlerettes)! If you want an opportunity to be paired with Eden or Jess for our game... pay close attention to this podcast episode. And we'll see you there!

    Before breaking down today's episode, Eden and Brock catch up about deluxe coffees from LAX, lemon drop shots, and a fan's IMMENSE love for Sue Heck. In our recap of 104, we dissect Eden's standout performance, tell you about interior vs exterior shots, and reveal Brock's mischievous streak as a kid. We also talk to Lee Shallat Chemel, our director for 86 episodes and the veteran of classic comedies from the '80's til now.

    All that and much more, so let's get to Middling!

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    Email us your burning question for Eden & Brock -- or share what The Middle means to you. MiddlingPod@gmail.com

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    48 mins
  • 103 - The Floating Anniversary (w/ Peter Breitmayer)
    Aug 14 2024

    Big announcement! Our first live watch party is happening on Sunday, August 25th at 3pm PST / 6pm EST with special guest, Jessica Marie Garcia (aka Becky from the Wrestlerettes)!

    As we recap episode 103, The Floating Anniversary, Eden talks about the gift she gave Neil Flynn that ended up being the inspiration of a future episode of The Middle and Brock swoons for Eden's singing voice. Plus, in our interview with Peter Breitmayer, Peter shares what it felt like at the time when he found out he wasn't going to be returning to the show.

    All that and much more, so let's get to Middling!

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    Email us your burning question for Eden & Brock -- or share what The Middle means to you. MiddlingPod@gmail.com

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    46 mins