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This week, we're breaking down episode 502, "Change In The Air!" Everything from Brad's iconic locker decorations, The Middle 's use of cell phones, and just how spot on this storyline is. Plus we have some fact checks from our listeners! Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer’s perspective. Think of it as a water cooler chat. We also do a rapid-fire rundown and wrap things up by rating the episode out of 10. It's our unfiltered…
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Middling with Eden and Brock
Eden Sher & Brock Ciarlelli · Film & TV · English
*Cue the Sue Heck squeal* Welcome to "Middling with Eden and Brock," the ultimate rewatch podcast of ABC's The Middle . Hosted by Eden Sher and Brock Ciarlelli, who played the ever optimistic Sue Heck and the jazz square aficionado Brad Bottig, this podcast takes you on a nostalgic journey through the beloved series with plenty of laughs that sparked their real life friendship and the stories…
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7 Oct 2026 · 56 min
509 - The Christmas Tree
We're recapping episode 509, "The Christmas Tree" and Eden is gobsmacked that Brock has never heard "Cats in the Cradle." We're going behind the scenes on how specifically Eden had to sneeze and we've got plenty of Blue Bag Grab questions regarding Brick's Ponzi scheme! Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer’s perspective. Think of it as a water cooler chat. We also do a rapid-fire rundown and wrap things up by rating the episode…
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30 Sep 2026 · 56 min
508 - The Kiss
Today, it's just us as we recap episode 508, "The Kiss!" We're talking about a limping Eden, a wonderful behind the scenes story about sharing readers, and a rewrite we have for the diner scene. Plus, a voicemail from a listener about her thoughts on Kenny's full life that the audience never sees! Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer’s perspective. Think of it as a water cooler chat. We also do a rapid-fire rundown and wrap…
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23 Sep 2026 · 56 min
507 - Thanksgiving V
One of our favorite episodes! We're recapping ep 507, "Thanksgiving V," and we've got lots of BTS scoop! We talk about Jerry Van Dyke changing a particular line for the sake of comedy, how a storyline came to fruition because of a scheduling conflict, and Eden's body double! Will Harris' Interview with Jerry Van Dyke for Popdose, CLICK HERE . Will Harris' Interview with Jack McBrayer for Bullz-Eye, CLICK HERE . Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to…
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16 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 14 min
506 - The Jump (w/ Brooke Dillman)
We've got Brooke Dillman ( The Office , Wrecked , Kickin' It ) on the pod today! We're breaking down episode 506, "The Jump," and we're talking about the scene that gave the cast some grief, animal actors (Colin Firth!), and just how fabulous Brooke is in her debut episode as Coach Tink Babbitt! Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer’s perspective. Think of it as a water cooler chat. We also do a rapid-fire rundown and wrap things…
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9 Sep 2026 · 58 min
504 - The 100th
Just us as we recap The Middle 's 100th episode! We're talking about how Eden broke her foot hours before filming, the inspiration behind Sue and Brad's Summer Lovin ' routine (and the price tag to get the rights!), and what the cast and crew gift was to celebrate this monumental moment for the series. Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer’s perspective. Think of it as a water cooler chat. We also do a rapid-fire rundown and wrap…
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26 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 6 min
501 - The Drop Off (w/ Tommy Bechtold)
We can't believe we're already at season 5! And to kick off the new season, we have a very special guest. You know the back of his head - and now you get to see his gorgeous face. Tommy Bechtold ( Abbott Elementary , Glee ) who played Kenny - Axl's college roommate - is here with us today! We're breaking down ep 501, "The Drop Off," and we're talking about Tommy's audition, Kenny's wig, and what it was like for him to finally show his face and speak for the first time on the series. Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper…
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19 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 18 min
424 - The Graduation (w/ Tim Hobert)
We're joined by Tim Hobert ( Scrubs , Community ) who wrote today's episode! He's helping us break down episode 424, "The Graduation" - but first, Eden's raving about Tim's kid, Audrey Hobert. Then we talk about Eileen Heisler's first episode as a director, Patricia Heaton and Charlie McDermott's stunt doubles, and the iconic Marion Ross as Brick's Vice Principal! Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer’s perspective. Think of it as…
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12 Aug 2026 · 53 min
423 - The Ditch
There are four distinct storylines, and we're talking about each one! For episode 423, "The Ditch" we're discussing everything Brick and his unique fear of going to middle school, Mike and Axl's mud-filled obstacle, what makes Frankie such a good character, and Sue's exaggerated physical comedy on her anything-but-relaxing day off. Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer’s perspective. Think of it as a water cooler chat. We also do…
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5 Aug 2026 · 48 min
422 - Hallelujah Hoedown
Keeping it between us today as we breakdown episode 422, "Hallelujah Hoedown." We're discussing all things yellow pants! How they were made and where the story came from. Plus, driving on camera, Galadriel Stineman's phenomenal performance, and we get quizzed on our Middle knowledge with our listener voicemail. Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer’s perspective. Think of it as a water cooler chat. We also do a rapid-fire rundown…
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29 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 16 min
421 - From Orson With Love (w/ Robin Shorr)
We're joined today by none other than Robin Shorr ( Diary of a Future President , T he Carmichael Show ) as we break down her episode 421, "From Orson With Love!" She's got her notebook with her thoughts on the episode, how she'd adjust the storyline today, and a hilarious story about Jerry Van Dyke and his on-set nudist tendencies. It's a riot - and we're so lucky to have her on! Our bonus episode - “The Heck Report” - drops every Friday, exclusively on Patreon. Each week, we dive deeper into that week’s episode, focusing on specific 'headlines' we want to explore from a viewer’s…
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