Middling with Eden and Brock

Today’s packed episode! Eden shares what's in her fanny pack, we read listener comments, and chat with our guest, Alex Reid (Malcolm in the Middle, Young Sheldon). A writer and director during our first two seasons of The Middle, Alex offers behind-the-scenes insights as we break down episode 119, "The Final Four."

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

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He's tall, he's funny, he's offended Patricia Heaton was on the podcast before him. Please welcome Mike Heck himself, Neil Flynn! Eden and Brock sit down with your favorite TV dad to discuss his journey to LA, finding his place in the improv community, and his casting experience. Plus, Neil shares the times he had to stand up for Mike and push for script changes.

You can now buy ONE-OFF extended episodes on Patreon! So if a monthly subscription isn't in the cards at the moment, you're able to buy singular episodes for $3/ep -- either the extended audio or extended video option! That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

Ehlert Members, no Live Watch this month. But you're still getting a bonus episode on Dec. 29th, just for you!

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

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Tears, passing out, and coming to. No, this isn't us talking about a wild night out at the club. Those are all things that happened to Brock's mom, Priscilla Ciarlelli, during her first table read. We're joined by Priscilla as she helps us break down episode 118, "The Fun House." Plus, Eden and Brock discuss unacceptable 'back of the plane' behavior, who had the fun house in the neighborhood, and announce next week's very special guest... (psst, it's Neil Flynn).

You can now buy ONE-OFF extended episodes on Patreon! So if a monthly subscription isn't in the cards at the moment, you're able to buy singular episodes for $3/ep -- either the extended audio or extended video option! That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

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

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Get cozy, it's just us today! Today, we hit everything before we even get to the recap: 1st break ups, horrible Broadway audition stories, and Survivor. Then, we break down episode 117, "The Break Up." Eden sheds light on how her and Atticus' scenes were filmed, Brock fawns over the Mike and Axl 1-shot scene, and we both notice the intentional echo from our Thanksgiving episode!

You can now buy ONE-OFF extended episodes on Patreon! So if a monthly subscription isn't in the cards at the moment, you're able to buy singular episodes for $3/ep -- either the extended audio or extended video option! That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

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

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We'll see you Sunday for our LIVE WATCH with Lyndon Smith who played Holly Haypek, Sue's roommate from hell! November 24th at a new time, 2pm EST / 5pm EST! Make sure you're signed up on Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

Lots of fun things going on today! Before we breakdown episode 116, "The Bee," Brock tells Eden about his time on Doctor Odyssey and Eden fawns over working with Wendie Malick on Night Court. We also have some wonderful follow ups with behind the scenes tidbits. Then, Aaron Branch (Netflix's Unstable), who played Otis in our spin off, helps us break down the episode!

You can now buy ONE-OFF extended episodes on Patreon! So if a monthly subscription isn't in the cards at the moment, you're able to buy singular episodes for $3/ep -- either the extended audio or extended video option! That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

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

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Our next Live Watch is set for Sunday, November 24th at a new time! 2pm EST / 5pm EST!

Today, we break down episode 115, "Valentine's Day," discussing the mysterious residents of our sound stages, the film icon Sue's eyeshadow reminded Brock of, and John Gammon's memorable debut as Darrin. (Hint: it's his hot, hot bod!) Plus, we chat with our production designer, Randy Ser, who shares fascinating insights into the history of the Heck house. Check out our Instagram to see Randy's amazing work from our spinoff!

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

You can now buy ONE-OFF extended episodes on Patreon! So if a monthly subscription isn't in the cards at the moment, you're able to buy singular episodes for $3/ep -- either the extended audio or extended video option! That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

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Frankie wanted to yell at the kids -- Brock wanted to yell at Kevin from Honda of Downtown Los Angeles. After a surprise cameo from Jeff Probst, courtesy of Brock’s shirt, we dive into episode 114, "The Yelling." Eden gives us some incredible insight to Chris Kattan's stunt double, they story of her baton getting stuck in the partition, and Brock points out how there's one shot where it's not actually the baby. Plus, we heard back from Cathy about last week's letter, and play a few rounds of the Jeopardy quiz she made for her Middle-themed party.

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

You can now buy ONE-OFF extended episodes on Patreon! So if a monthly subscription isn't in the cards at the moment, you're able to buy singular episodes for $3/ep -- either the extended audio or extended video option! That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

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When was the last time you sat on the bathroom floor, watched The Middle on your phone, applied eyeliner, and had some Mommy and Me time -- all at the same time? For Eden, it was just 20 minutes ago. Today, we discuss episode 113, "The Interview," covering Sue's braces, Atticus' party trick that made it to screen, and whether Bob has a crush on Frankie. Plus, we chat with our talented (and devilishly handsome) director, Ken Whittingham (The Office, Parks and Rec, and Abbott Elementary). He tells just how he handled having a live bear on set and his relationship with the camera & actors.

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

You can now buy ONE-OFF extended episodes on Patreon! So if a monthly subscription isn't in the cards at the moment, you're able to buy singular episodes for $3/ep -- either the extended audio or extended video option! That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

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Our next live watch is THIS SUNDAY! We'll have costumes, trivia, and wigs. Oct. 27th @3pm PST / 6pm EST. Make sure you're signed up for the Ehlert's Exclusive Tier on Patreon.com/MiddlingPod to get access!

This week, we get Eden's hot takes on all things pop culture. And you're gonna wanna hear what she thinks of Patti LuPone calling Madonna a movie killer. Plus we're discussing 112, The Neighbor, and all things Brooke Shields! Her cold sore, her mullet, and Brock's NYC encounter with her. Plus, we'll chat with Blaine Saunders (aka Carly) about how she met our casting director, G. Charles Wright, at the famed Oakwood Apartments.

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

You can now buy ONE-OFF extended episodes on Patreon! So if a monthly subscription isn't in the cards at the moment, you're able to buy singular episodes for $3/ep -- either the extended audio or extended video option! That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

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They're smart. They're funny. They're basically married. This week, we pause our usual rewatch programming for an in-depth interview with Eileen Heisler and DeAnn Heline, the creators and showrunners of The Middle. Eileen and DeAnn share delicious details about the series, including lessons learned from the first unsuccessful pilot, their partnership with Patricia Heaton, and the Sue and Brad spin-off. We're so lucky to have them, and we know you'll love them too!

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

Reminder! Starting today, you can now buy ONE-OFF extended episodes on Patreon! So if a monthly subscription isn't in the cards at the moment, you're able to buy singular episodes for $3/ep -- either the extended audio or extended video option! That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

BOO! Our next Live Watch is set for Sunday, Oct. 27th @3pm PST / 6pm EST. And we'll be dressing up in costume as we watch ep 605, "Halloween V."

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Starting next week, you can purchase individual episodes on Patreon for $3! If a monthly subscription doesn’t suit you at the moment, this lets you buy extended, one-off episodes. This feature launches Oct. 16th, 2024 on Patreon.com/MiddlingPod.

Grab your favorite pair of well-worn jeans and press play! This week, Eden and Brock recap episode 111, "The Jeans." They discuss what Brad and Sue would watch on TV in their 20s, realize they see Sue's room and her iconic posters for the first time, and Brock shares photos from his SNL audition. Plus, writer Jana Hunter (The Conners, The Drew Carey Show), shares personal events that made it to air and her brilliant pitch for Brooke Shields' character in the next episode.

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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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It's a big debate that has ripped our country in two. Do you call it 'soda' or 'pop?' Eden and Brock get candid and share what side of the line they fall on during this week's recap of episode 102, The Cheerleader. Plus they talk to the casting director, G. Charles Wright, who dives into the casting process of your favorite fictional family. But not before he tells us about the origins of the famous Boss Co. shirts.

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

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