MidMen

In this gripping and emotionally raw episode, the MidMen confront the shockwaves of Charlie Kirk’s assassination — not just as political observers, but as men, fathers, and believers navigating a fractured world. What begins as a reflection on Kirk’s complex legacy and the disturbing reactions to his death quickly evolves into a deeper, more personal conversation about faith, God, and the unseen forces that guide our lives.

Paul and Sean peel back the layers of their own spiritual upbringings — the doubts, awakenings, struggles, and moments of divine intervention that shaped their journeys. They open up about how faith has anchored them in chaos, and what it means to believe in something bigger than yourself when the world feels like it’s burning.

No games. No gimmicks. Just two men laying it bare in a time when truth feels dangerous and hope feels distant.

This is MidMen — raw, real, and searching for light in the dark.

Why do we love ranking things? Why do we follow (or break) rules? In this episode, the MidMen dig into humanity’s obsession with lists, from Top 5 movies to Top 100 songs, and explore the psychology behind why we defend them like gospel. Then we flip the script and tackle rules — the ones we grew up with, the ones we break now, and the ones we enforce on our own kids. Are rules about discipline… or control?

Plus: a rapid-fire Top 3 Game with picks ranging from superheroes to fast food, guilty pleasures, and more. It’s personal, hilarious, and a perfect setup for our next episode — the long-awaited Top 100 Songs of All Time.

🎙️ MidMen: Episode [#] — The Summer Movie Reckoning (with Chris Bumbray)

This week on MidMen, Paul is joined by special guest co-host Chris Bumbray, his former partner-in-pod from The Beard and The Bald, for a no-holds-barred look at the Summer 2025 Movie Season. From the rise of original hits to the fall of superhero fatigue, the duo breaks down the biggest surprises, disappointments, and what it all means moving forward.

💥 Topics include:

• Hits, bombs, and break-evens from summer 2025

• The slow death of the superhero genre — or just a reset?

• Can Marvel, DC, and others course-correct?

• Was James Gunn’s Superman a hit, a miss, or a breakeven?

• Our Top 5 movies of the year (so far)

• Fall 2025 movie forecast & what we’re most hyped for

• What we’re watching — old, new, guilty pleasures

Plug in and buckle up — this is a deep dive for movie lovers who’ve seen the ups, the downs, and the popcorn in between.

What does it really mean to be authentic? In this episode, the MidMen dive deep into the idea of the “true self”—how much of who we are is genuine, and how much is shaped by others? From changing ourselves to fit in, to the philosophical puzzle of whether a single “authentic self” even exists, we ask the big questions about identity, honesty, and self-perception.

We balance the heavy stuff with our Get Off My Lawn rant about bad design (“Who the hell built this?!”), a Brian Hall Shout-Out (of course), and a fun authenticity quiz where we force each other to make impossible Either/Or choices—sometimes hilarious, sometimes revealing.

🎙️ Can you ever really know your true self? Let’s find out together.

👉 Don’t forget to rate, review, and share if you enjoy the show—it means the world to us.

When Our Kids Leave: Identity, Marriage & The Next Chapter

One day, your kids pack up, move out… and it’s just you — and whoever you’ve become. In this episode, the MidMen dig deep into the emotional shift of life after parenting, from identity loss to relationship reinvention.

We swap personal stories, break down practical tools, and share laugh-out-loud moments about:

• Re-discovering yourself beyond “Mom” or “Dad.”

• Turning a quiet house into an exciting next chapter.

• Shifting from project managers to true partners in marriage.

• Building a “Midlife Growth Playbook” for strength, skills, creativity, and adventure.

Whether you’re years away from an empty nest or staring at it right now, this is your roadmap to staying connected, confident, and ready for whatever comes next.

🎯 Takeaway: Your kids will leave. Don’t leave yourself behind.

This week, the MidMen dig into the world of pets—past and present. From childhood companions that chewed everything but your trust, to current-day fur-babies treated better than most in-laws, Paul and Sean share their funniest, most heartfelt, and flat-out bizarre pet stories. Expect debates on dogs vs. cats, why exotic pets are a red flag, and more. Plus, a trip down Pet Movie Lane, as the duo discusses the many Pet Movies in existence, from the good, the bad, and the naughty.

🎬 Episode Title: Summer Blockbusters & Duds: A MidMen Deep Dive

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Get your popcorn ready! This week, the MidMen crew dives headfirst into the world of summer movie blockbusters—the megahits, the misfires, and everything in between.

We break down what really makes a blockbuster (besides a fat box office), tracing the history from Jaws and Star Wars to today’s tentpoles. We share our personal memories of the summer movies that defined our youth—think Jurassic Park, T2, Independence Day, Batman 89, The Dark Knight, The Goonies, and more.

We also get real about how COVID changed the game, what it’s like taking our kids to the movies now, and make our bold predictions about the future of theaters in the age of streaming, social media, and on-demand everything.

Plus: our signature Summer Blockbuster Association Game—where no topic is off-limits, and the first word that pops into your head is the right answer.

Whether you’re a movie nerd or a casual fan, join us for 2 hours of nostalgia, debate, and love for the big screen.

🎥✨ Lights. Camera. MidMen.

Yo Joe!

This week, MidMen goes all in on G.I. Joe—America’s Movable Fighting Man turned Real American Hero, featuring special guest Zaki Hasan!

We’re talking the full evolution, from Hasbro’s 12-inch military dolls of the 60s to the legendary 3.75-inch line that made Cobra Commander, Snake Eyes, and Destro household names.

We share our earliest Joe memories, the thrill of buying, playing, and trading figures, and how birthdays and backyard wars shaped us. We debate the best movies, cartoons, vehicles, and bases, then draft our Ultimate Joe Squads.

We also dig into GI Joe’s weirdest eras, best modern reinventions, and whether the brand can even survive another 30 years.

And to cap it off, Paul, Sean, and Zaki face off in a GI Joe Trivia Challenge for true die-hard fans!

This is the ultimate nostalgia-packed, plastic-crack-fueled tribute to one of the greatest toy lines of all time.

Knowing is half the battle—but hitting play is the other half.⚔️ Yo Joe!

Paul and Sean are back with a new MidMen episode!

This week we’re diving into The Future of Hollywood: why studios keep betting on sequels and existing IP, whether we’re really out of original ideas, and what today’s audiences (especially the next generation) actually want from their stories.We also share Art That Changed Us: Comic Books Edition—the issues, runs, and creators who shaped our worldview, inspired our creativity, and made us think in panels and splash pages forever.

Plus: Covid updates, travel chaos, our movie speed round, a rapid-fire word association game, and our weekly advice.Give it a listen and join the conversation!

Don’t forget to subscribe—next week we’re joined by film critic Zaki Hasan for our GI JOE episode!

This Father’s Day, MidMen gets personal. In Fathers & Footprints, Paul and Sean reflect on the men who raised them—and the fathers they’ve become. Through stories, laughter, grief, and gratitude, they explore the legacy of their dads, how those lessons shape their own parenting, and the footprints they hope to leave behind.

💬 Stories of discipline, awkward talks, and timeless advice

🕯️ Reflections on loss, grief, and lasting legacy

🧔‍♂️ Real talk on modern fatherhood: fears, hopes, and the WTF moments

😂 The Dad Joke Showdown — who will wear the Crown of Cringe?

🧠 Dad Trivia that might just trigger some childhood flashbacks

Whether you’re a dad, had a dad, miss a dad, or are figuring it all out—this one’s for you.