Middling with Eden and Brock

Today, we’re breaking down episode 406, “Halloween III: The Driving!” We’ve got a fun email from one of our directors, behind-the-scenes stories about filming the scene where Axl’s foot gets run over, and we chat about the wonderful and hilarious late Sam Lloyd.

We’ve got a new show! “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 opinions as viewers, and we want YOU to be part of the conversation! Best of all, it’s available to every Patreon member, at every tier!

That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

WE HAVE MERCH! Order your very own Blue Bag or Cross Country Sweatshirt at Bonfire.com/Store/MiddlingPod ! The blue bag is perfect for any occasion - including road trips or visits to the Frugal Hoosier. And the sweatshirt comes in the classic yellow or a variety of other colors. There's hoodies, crew neck sweatshirts, and t-shirts. We're wearing them, and we hope you will too!

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

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We've got another writer in studio with us today! Stacey Pulwer joins us to talk about episode 405, "The Hose!" She tells us all about her first table read mishap and some funny "B.S." from network. Plus, we've got a voicemail from an Australian fan and some listener follow ups!

We’ve got a new show! “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 opinions as viewers, and we want YOU to be part of the conversation! Best of all, it’s available to every Patreon member, at every tier!

That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

WE HAVE MERCH! Order your very own Blue Bag or Cross Country Sweatshirt at Bonfire.com/Store/MiddlingPod ! The blue bag is perfect for any occasion - including road trips or visits to the Frugal Hoosier. And the sweatshirt comes in the classic yellow or a variety of other colors. There's hoodies, crew neck sweatshirts, and t-shirts. We're wearing them, and we hope you will too!

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

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Today we’re joined by the always-hilarious Jana Hunter, the writer of this episode! She returns for a second appearance on the pod with plenty of behind-the-scenes stories from episode 404, "Bunny Therapy." We cover everything from Eden’s on-set partial concussion to Jana’s real-life experience as a dental hygienist...And, of course, the delight that is Dave Foley.

We’ve got a new show! “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 opinions as viewers, and we want YOU to be part of the conversation! Best of all, it’s available to every Patreon member, at every tier!

That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

WE HAVE MERCH! Order your very own Blue Bag or Cross Country Sweatshirt at Bonfire.com/Store/MiddlingPod ! The blue bag is perfect for any occasion - including road trips or visits to the Frugal Hoosier. And the sweatshirt comes in the classic yellow or a variety of other colors. There's hoodies, crew neck sweatshirts, and t-shirts. We're wearing them, and we hope you will too!

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

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🚨🚨🚨 BRAND NEW MERCH!! 🚨🚨🚨 You’ve been asking—and it’s finally here… your very own BLUE BAG! It’s big, dependable, and perfect for leaving behind. This tote is perfect for Frugal Hoosier runs, snacks for the road trip to Disney World, or hauling the crap from your desk when Ehlert fires you. It’s double-sided with the iconic quote, “you forgot the blue bag?!” on one side, and the Middling logo on the other. And when you leave it on the counter - don't forget to shout the quote!

🔥🔥🔥 Get your merch HERE! Bonfire.com/Store/MiddlingPod 🔥🔥🔥

We’ve got a new show! “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 opinions as viewers, and we want YOU to be part of the conversation! Best of all, it’s available to every Patreon member, at every tier!

That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

Today, Eden sort of learns what Lacrosse is. And then we breakdown episode 403, "The Second Act." Buckle up because we've got about 100 deleted scenes. We also talk about what it means for Frankie to change careers, Axl's wonderful moment, and just how particular the bead joke had to be. Then we answer a voicemail about the podcast business!

Don't forget to order your Cross Country Sweatshirt at Bonfire.com/Store/MiddlingPod ! You can get it in the classic yellow or a variety of other colors. There's hoodies, crew neck sweatshirts, and t-shirts. We're wearing them, and we hope you will too!

Wanna chat with us?! Click HERE to leave us a voicemail with your questions or comments. You could just hear it on the podcast...

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🚨🚨🚨 BRAND NEW MERCH!! 🚨🚨🚨 You’ve been asking—and it’s finally here… your very own BLUE BAG! It’s big, dependable, and perfect for leaving behind. This tote is perfect for Frugal Hoosier runs, snacks for the road trip to Disney World, or hauling the crap from your desk when Ehlert fires you. It’s double-sided with the iconic quote, “you forgot the blue bag?!” on one side, and the Middling logo on the other. And when you leave it on the counter - don't forget to shout the quote!

🔥🔥🔥 Get your merch HERE! Bonfire.com/Store/MiddlingPod 🔥🔥🔥

We’ve got a new show! “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 opinions as viewers, and we want YOU to be part of the conversation! Best of all, it’s available to every Patreon member, at every tier!

That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

Today we’re recapping part 2 of the season 4 premiere: episode 402, “Last Whiff of Summer Pt. 2!” 🎡 First we’re getting comfy, then diving into it all. We spot a familiar face from season 1, marvel at the scrapbook, and crack up at Patty’s physical comedy. Plus: the Blue Bag Grab and a listener voicemail!

Don't forget to order your Cross Country Sweatshirt at Bonfire.com/Store/MiddlingPod ! You can get it in the classic yellow or a variety of other colors. There's hoodies, crew neck sweatshirts, and t-shirts. We're wearing them, and we hope you will too!

Wanna chat with us?! Click HERE to leave us a voicemail with your questions or comments. You could just hear it on the podcast...

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New season, new studio! Coming to you from our new podcast studio, we're recapping episode 401, "Last Whiff of Summer Pt 1." We've got lots of announcements -- including a brand new show, exclusively on Patreon! And then we're breaking it all down... including the trailer moment from Mike, a fun continuity error, and lots of comedy!

We’ve got a new show! “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 opinions as viewers, and we want YOU to be part of the conversation! Best of all, it’s available to every Patreon member, at every tier!

That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do.

Wanna chat with us?! Click HERE to leave us a voicemail with your questions or comments. You could just hear it on the podcast...

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We're at the season 3 finale, we can't believe it. Here to recap episode 324, "The Wedding," with us is Mary Birdsong (Reno 911!, Succession)! She's got a wonderful Norm Macdonald impression and lots of memories from the show - and she's sharing them all. Plus we've got some behind the scenes pictures we're releasing to the masses.

WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do.

Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

Wanna chat with us?! Click HERE to leave us a voicemail with your questions or comments. You could just hear it on the podcast...

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Live from The Stray Theater in Los Angeles! 🎭 In this December 2025 live show, we revisit one of our all-time favorites: Episode 822, “The Final Final”—complete with our La La Land-inspired musical number. We’re breaking it all down with the audience, sharing behind-the-scenes rehearsal footage, demo audio, and plenty of stories from filming. We also spot a young Sydney Sweeney, revisit the moment that blew up on TikTok, and point out a sneaky Shawshank Redemption visual reference in Axl’s storyline.

WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do.

Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

Wanna chat with us?! Click HERE to leave us a voicemail with your questions or comments. You could just hear it on the podcast...

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We've got the one and only Chris Kattan (SNL, Night at the Roxbury) with us! He's here to help us break down episode 323, "The Telling." We're talking about Chris' characterization of Frankie's favorite work friend, the magic of doing things in one take, and we even spot some photo doubles for Sean and Darrin.

WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do.

Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

Wanna chat with us?! Click HERE to leave us a voicemail with your questions or comments. You could just hear it on the podcast...

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Just us today as we breakdown episode 322, "The Clover!" First we read some comments before breaking down the episode where we talk about block shooting, tricks of the camera for fire safety, and read out deleted scenes of Brick trying to dispose of his unlucky clover.

WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do.

Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes!

Wanna chat with us?! Click HERE to leave us a voicemail with your questions or comments. You could just hear it on the podcast...

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