From the Middle

#058. Lily, Kory's smart-as-a-whip daughter and friend of the show, had been compiling a list of questions for us since she began listening to the podcast. We took that list to task in this one with our honest and silly answers to the questions from a sweet yet snappy gal. Highlights include discussing the inner workings of our beloved robot host, embarrassing stories from our past, and fears we wish to overcome. In familiar form, we wax intelligent and useful thought yet wane into something far more our speed. We like this kind of thing, so send us your questions or comments via voice mails (link below) or through any of our social platforms!

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#057. Do you know what a water level is? Kory mostly finished his pool project and shares some of what he learned along the way. Kendall discusses the social idea behind moving hang out time from the back yard to the front. Dillon has strong opinions about fireworks videos and the moistness of his cereal. Come hang out with us behind that play button! As always, share your comments, questions, and suggestions through the voice message link below!

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#056. We were honored to have Kent Justice, a professional news anchor, on our little podcast to answer our questions. He was willing to give thoughtful answers about his career, his life, mashed potatoes, and pants (yes, they wear pants.)  From silly questions about an unnamed feature film starring Will Ferrell, to more serious questions about the importance of journalism despite the presence of corporate media with the words "fake news" being thrown around, Kent gives us his seasoned point of view from a place of real experience. This is quite an interesting chat with a man who truly wants to be an asset to his community, and he is pulling that off both in the studio and in his own neighborhood.  Thanks to Kent and to his family for letting us borrow him for a while! It was time well spent.

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#055. Here we discuss our thoughts on manliness...or lack thereof. We decided to take some time to lightheartedly discuss those things which are considered manly but we just can't seem to pull off. You know; handing in your man-card moments. Sure, we laughed at ourselves, but in a rare circumstance we found ourselves trapped in a conversation about sociology. We are looking for three things in our search for answers. First, we want the thoughtful perspectives AND the silly stories/facts from both men and women as it pertains to manliness. Second, we're always looking for fart jokes. Third, Kory needs help leveling his yard and moving a swing set for his pool. He said pizza is involved. PEACE! Oh! And let us know if you have a good electrician or a good car noise translator app.  Generally speaking, also please tell us if you "know a guy" or gal.

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#054. In this episode, we begin by discussing some more new experiences with the re-opening world. Dillon has a new experience to remind him what being middle-aged is all about. We all theorize to the observation of one middler that Dillon and family have an exciting pronunciation for where they find their fifth meal. Finally, we spend some time in the gaming world as the new PlayStation 5 is finally unveiled.  Also, it's Downton Abbey.  NOT Downtown Abbey.  As always, please lend us some more soundbites and hot takes through our voice message system!  Link below!

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#053. Dillon watched Downton Abbey in record speed, Kendall found someone else who cries when listening to music, and Kory finds drive-thru logistics to be amazing. Also, are we bad tippers? Let us know!  Do you tip when you order take-out? We KNOW there are thoughts out there on this.  We'd love to hear those as well any other thoughts on music appreciation or tv shows.

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#052. We share our current stories in this one as we continue our podcast from our shelters. We each have had some experience stepping out of our shelters into the sunlight, and you know what? We recommend it. Dillon dipped his toes into picking orders up from inside stores. Kory has found himself trying to remember how to manage social etiquette. Kendall just can't get over the feeling of sun on his skin. But seriously, have you ever been caught up in a "pay it forward chain" at a drive-thru? Is there an obligation to keep the love moving? Have you experienced how gross it can be to be considerate of your fellow man by wearing a mask for a long time? We have stories and we want to hear yours!

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#051. She's a doctor, a captain in the Air Force, a mean cook, something of a geek, a prolific Disney consumer, and a cousin. Kristin takes some time in between shifts to chat with us about all of the above. We touch on military culture, working in a hospital during COVID, fun childhood stories, and most importantly, the perfect mashed potatoes. We like talking to interesting people and Kristin fits that bill.  Be a fly on the wall for it! Then flap those wings over to social media or our voice mail link below to drop your questions, thoughts, and stories!  We would love to hear from you!

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#050. We celebrate our 50th episode and our 1 year anniversary the best way we know how; interacting real time with some of our friends! Middlers Michelle, Betsy, Sheri, Greg, and Charles join us as we look back and forward.  This has been a load of fun and we thank each and every one of you for that. Celebrate with us! Comment, ask questions, share stories. You guys are what matter.
Also, hear that themed music in the intro?  Yeah. Samsin came though for us with that. Check him out on Apple Music and download his new EP. Peace!

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#049. In this episode we take a good look at ourselves and the world around us to apply something meaningful to what we've all experienced the past couple of months. We share some of our internal revelations, external observations, and even hit on some of the trends which have arisen from sheltering in place. We certainly hope that this marks the beginning of the end of this moment in history as we look forward to what a world after a pandemic may look like. There's plenty of serious discussion in this one, though we do find some nuggets of humor as well. Stay safe. Take care of each other. Send us your thoughts and please join us again next week for our one year anniversary show! Thank you all!

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