From the Middle

#299. We've got your zero calorie drinks to wash down your choriqueso. And trust us, you want ice with that. From our favorite type of ice, to hot finds at the grocery store, to lasagna portioning, it's a very Midwestern overweight dad kind of episode that digs into the areas of our brains that we feel don't get talked about enough. After snack time, we even lament the allergy season and are looking for your spring air remedies. Speaking of exciting and riveting topics, how about getting title transfers completed at the DMV. Or BMV. I never which it is for sure, but we did have fun recording this one and hope you enjoy and find something to share with us via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#298. Happy Birthday to Dillon! And Happy Easter to all of you! Both things are late, but we mean it anyway. Speaking of Easter, Kory got to try out his acting chops…guess who he got to be in THAT story. During our weekend recap, Kory shares how two of his kids made use of his health insurance, then we share some of YOUR answers of how you treat yourself on vacation. After the break, we settle a spicy debate then talk about how you should (or shouldn't ) step in to help the restaurant staff deal with your large and young dinner party. Then we move along to some media consumption. This week it's Daredevil Born Again, Andor season 2, Formula One, The #1 Lawyer, and Odd Thomas. We hope you enjoy and chime in via the LinkTree! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#297. “Turn your head and cough.” “Open wide and don't bite down." "Don't blink and don't move your head.” What makes you nervous about seeing medical professionals? Let us know that and also what YOU would have done in Kory's later-mentioned social situation. Also, there's an opportunity to unearth your darkest secrets via the LinkTree below. We want to hear what you would expect your future self to know about you for verification purposes. Kory shares a funny story of a rare opportunity with Bobby Lee, one of his favorite comedians. Did he say the right thing? Was he too creepy? Not creepy enough? Speaking of cringe, what do we think of the young folks and their new movie-going habits? Is it good for the industry? Is it more like “Not in MY theater!” in the vein of “Get off my lawn!?” We're also watching some interesting sports now that the blockbuster stuff is gone. UFC, The Masters, Formula 1, Hockey, and the like, with special mention of a beloved track-and-field athlete. Listen and enjoy! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#296. Taking a bite out of crime just to become pirates as we fight off the albino ghosts of extinct wolves. That was too long for the title, so it's the first sentence of this thing. Kendall is back from vacation and shares some stories, including someone hitting on his wife. Kory shares some of his travel experience in Seattle which leads us to discuss some regional food and the competition between cities. After the break, we briefly discuss how we let our hair loose for vacation before we dive into not just streaming, but also reading and listening. This week it's Love on the Spectrum, Arcane, Formula 1, Drive to Survive, Soul Boom, Forever Odd, March Madness, and Tiny Desk Concerts (Billie Eilish). Tell a friend and tell US your thoughts via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#295. While Kendall is out on vacation, the Hubbell brothers bring friend and co-host of Grab'em in the Brisket Podcast back onto the show. Jon serves as third chair and we get a chance to pick his experienced brain about the culture of cooking competitions. How serious are those things really? Do rivalries pop up? Does Jon's real family know about his barbecue family? That conversation glides into another world we continue to learn more about: The Dungeons and Dragons world. On the back half, the guys run down a list of American stereotypes of both the regional and countrywide variety. We established that Jon does NOT make out with his pets, but he does appreciate treats from travelers he meets in his airline job, which lends an opportunity to discuss some travel stereotypes and tendencies of various cities and states. This is a fun listen and a great conversation to continue via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.Grab'em in the Brisket Podcat: https://www.grabeminthebrisket.comFTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#294. Did the basketball battle break your bracket yet? Say that out loud. Now wipe the spittle off your phone and let's get serious. When watching film and tv it's very important that you develop a strong political or otherwise extreme opinion on not only the content, but the very originators of the content. If you don't join a faction, one will be appointed to you. OR, you can consume content and decide to be open to entertainment value and then you can discuss artistic and plot detail with your friends, online or in person, in a fashion suitable for positive human interaction. Guess which way From the Middle prefers. Basketball and streaming, with extra emphasis on our streaming (and reading…but that's not why you're here) is what's on tap this week. Specifically we're watching the NCAA basketball tournament, Severence, Alone Australia, Paradise, F1, Daredevil: Born Again, No Taste Like Home with Atoni Porowski, Disenchanted, and Moana 2. Listen relax, watch, relax, discuss, relax, and remember: until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#293. Think twice about the last of the fish and don't eat the corn chowder. Dillon continues our recent experiences of interesting hotel restaurant dinners, and it's not a great experience. But he was warned. Do you take advice from servers? And next time you have left-overs, wake up the next morning and wrap whatever it is in an egg blanket and American cheese. You never know what you'll find! It's a little game Kendall plays and it's called, “Will it Omelette?” Speaking of left-overs, what do you do with the mound of unused ketchup packets at the fast-food dining table? Chick-fil-A has thought of that! Finally, we discuss a whacky and violent game in England where one of the very few rules is, “no murder.” Listen and chime in via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#292. Go ahead and listen to this one. When nobody is looking, you can wipe your phone on your jeans and slide it away like that knife you used to slice a bagel. Speaking of bagels and things with holes, sometimes you find a day in your weekly calendar that is void of responsibility until someone slathers butter all over it just to have it melt through the only gap and next thing you know your entire plate is soiled and what you could have just put back in the cabinet with no consequence now has to be dealt with in the sink. We don't like such things. But are we cleaning up the mess? We think so. Our wives might disagree. Perhaps we can learn about our clean/messy ration by looking at our kids who learn even the bad habits from us. Grab a Thin Mint Frosty, wrap it in a Fruit Roll-Up, open the LinkTree to respond, and give this one a listen. We enjoyed it hope you do, too. Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#291. Groceries are expensive right now anyway, so might as well just go ahead and splurge on some luxury fruit from Japan! Or perhaps you'd rather save on the grocery bill and spend a couple hundred bucks on a steak dinner at a linen-napkin kind of place instead of going down the street to your chain steakhouse of choice. We're not saying we would do these things, but we would gladly make a meal out some Cheddar Bay Biscuits. Maybe grab some fast-casual-fine-dining takeout to snack on while you watch the film you heard about because you watched the Oscars or are trusting us with streaming suggestions. All of the above we cover in this episode with varying detail and sporadic expertise. We would love to hear YOUR thoughts via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#290. Do you ever daydream of running into a billionaire who is feeling extra generous that day? Or maybe you dream about being on a podcast and hoping to hit the viral lottery. Or perhaps, and hopefully not, you spend hours in gas stations throwing money at scratch-offs. We talk about a few ways to hit gold. Then, with your fortune, you can invest in yourself at a subscription-based male-pampering space. Speaking of Kory, did he get some art stolen? And do fast-casual joints make pitas in a bowl after all? After the break we talk about some of the weird and sometimes intimate moments of video conference calls before we get into streaming. For what it's worth, we did our streaming while sitting. This week we discuss SNL50, SAG Awards, Buy Now: The Shopping Conspiracy, Reacher, and the NHL Four Nations Face-Off. Visit the LinkTree below for some fun stuff and until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#289. Have you noticed AI getting a little too cute? Perhaps in automated phone calls? Is technology ruining your banking? We have thoughts and would love to hear yours via the LinkTree below! Also, Kory might have happened upon a new trend in the world of man-pampering. Would you pay a subscription to a male grooming establishment? After the break it's all about what we're watching, hockey fights, and how we choose streaming material. Specifically we mention Bridget Jones, We Live in Time, Your Cordially Invited, Sebastian Maniscalco, Reacher, Paradise, Saturday Night, Life of the Party, In the Heights, and Anyone but You. We hope you enjoy! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#288. We lived! Over two million Scoville units later, the three of us are back to talk about our Hot One's experience. Kory received the box of sauces for his birthday, we ate some crappy wings, we sweated on camera, and now we're describing the feels and the aftermath. Thank you to Brad and Jeremy! Maybe don't treat your flight attendants to Da'Bomb, but maybe do gift them a nice box of chocolates. Is it ethical to bribe service providers for better service? In the back half, Kendall has a strange encounter with middle-aged fantasy animal trainers, while Kory and his wife had a different strange encounter with a restaurant worker. Maybe a nice assortment of caramels and toffees would have landed him a bowl without the run-around. We loved catching up with each other, and we hope you love it, too. Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#287. ALERT! We will be doing our knock-off Hot Ones episode SOON! Be on the lookout in the socials for ways to submit questions without us knowing them beforehand. Follow the LinkTree below! On to this week: We reprise our hotel restaurants conversation by describing how last-leg establishments smell before diving into the National Champion Ohio State season finale! Kory shares a heartwarming story of having the chance to sing for his mother, and she still loves him. On the back half, Dillon has a chance to watch some professional volleyball. If you didn't know that was a thing, check it out! Finally we catch up on streaming. This week we're watching Skeleton Crew, Red Faire, God Save Texas, Harry Potter Wizards and Baking, ChiefsAhloic: A Wolf in Chiefs Clothing, Chosen, Wild Robot, Avatar: The Way of Water, Severance (season 2), Quiz Lady, and A Man on the Inside. We hope you enjoy! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#286. Dillon and Kendall are running the show this week which means two things are certain: food and football. We compare styles of hotel restaurants as Kendall shares a confusing experience. We also discuss the difference between attending a wedding in your 20's versus your 40's, and yes, we talk reception food. We end with a critique of the twelve team college football playoff now that we've seen one.  What are your thoughts? Let us know via the LinkTree below. Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#285. Is that thumping in your head a cardiovascular condition or is just our voices pumping through your earbuds? Some of you might be listening to this while shoveling snow, and you probably just decided to take a break. Also, wolf t-shirts and mullets took a break in the mainstream world, but it appears as though they're back. And like Gallagher, we move that conversation on to the grown-out hair mixed with male pattern baldness. After the break we discuss how literally we take the music scenes in musicals before we discuss dying in hills. We need to hear of the hills that you'd die on, but we also need to know whether our mentioned examples are actually unpopular. We end with a nice Christmas recap before we send off to next week! Until then, be kind to each other. FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#284. Kendall is away, Dillon is stuck in the snow, and Kory is overthinking his (Florida) Disney stories while in sunny California. While his family trip was mostly good, it wasn't without hiccups, but we enjoyed hearing of the immersive experience targeting in on a Star Wars theme. After the break, Dillon shares some health information concerning crystals which rolls into drinkable gels. Kory breaks a chair, but I think it got glazed over. This week in drive-thru news, Dillon finds out whether or not (Raising) Caine's is taking prisoners. Another common topic/pet-peeve, other drivers, the guys talk about people speeding up but only as you're about to pass them on the highway, and we need your input and explanations via the LinkTree below! This week in streaming, we're watching Your Friend Nate Bargatze, and the second seasons of Shrinking and Squid Game. We hope you enjoy! And happy new year! Until next time, be kind to each other. FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddle.LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#283. It's 1993, Super Mario isn't loading correctly, you take the cartridge out, and then what do you do? Every respectable elder millennial is doing the same thing and we talk about that. We also complain about Starbucks drink ordering and we find out Jesus lives in a central Ohio Taco Bell. Kory shares what happens when your gas gauge is your odometer and Kendall updates his basement with a fridge that almost didn't make it. After the break we become Christmas movie critics as we guess Rotten Tomatoes ratings and we discuss a bit about what we're watching. This week it's Red One, Gladiator 2, Wolfs, Skeleton Crew, and Nutcrackers. There's certainly two extra weeks of things to respond and react to in our socials! Check the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other. FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddle.LinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#282. We're reviewing pop flavors and talking basements again! Only the pop is a seasonal comeback from Starry and the basement is Kendall's. One basement story leads us to discuss how we react to mildly startling events. Speaking of mildly startling, do you eat tortilla chips naked? You probably do, but I mean it's the chip that is naked. After the break we find out there's some deep problems with asking people for restaurant advice and we have more solutions than can be contained in one episode. We also talk about gift exchange choices and robotic lawn mowers. This week we're watching the college football playoff coverage, Moana 2, and Somebody Somewhere. Lot's to chime in on via the LinkTree below! and gifts to buy! Until next time, be kind to each other. FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com use discount code "themiddle"

#281. Are your pants too small now that Thanksgiving is over? We heat up the leftovers and tell you about our holiday. Then we find out that most of us experience issues with people understanding, remembering, or misspelling our name. Maybe Matt doesn't deal with this, but Rebekah sure does. We ask you, how do you have to deal with your name in intercommunicative circumstances? Another name that's easy to remember is Day, as in Ryan. We don't have to share how his weekend went, but we do anyway. If you didn't see this year's Michigan vs Ohio State game, it may have big implications. On the back half we mostly discuss streaming with some talk about how the Stand-Up film winds are shifting toward Hulu with Jim Gaffigan's The Skinny. We're also watching Wicked, The Best Christmas, Godzilla Minus One, and Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. We hope you enjoy it! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#280. “The turkey goes ‘gobble gobble' and then he gets his head chopped off. Whack!” That, believe it or not, is a weird Thanksgiving song. Weird and Thanksgiving gatherings can also overlap on the dinner table. Dillon goes through a list of odd dishes as we play “smash or pass,” and we would love to hear some of YOUR highs and lows from that list via the LinkTree below! On the back half, we enter Christmas decorating mode and discuss tree traditions, the possibility of those traditions shifting, and do a headcount of Christmas trees in our homes. Then it's on to streaming. This week we're watching Orange is the New Black, Return of the King: The Fall and Rise of Elvis Presley, An Idiot Abroad, and Game 7. Enjoy! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#279. In your weekly Taco Bell news, the 90's are back and more expensive than ever! Even the cups are throwback and they're perfect for late night sipping or to add flare to your small painting projects. Kory joins us from what could be his last trip to Seattle for a while, but he does share a hunting story which is a bit happier and more easy-listening than some hunting stories from the past. After the break we talk internet speeds and cable management while Kendall makes memories with his kids around a cad table. Dillon earns a well-deserved promotion, then it's on to streaming. This week we're watching Bye Bye Barry, Game 7, Investigation Alien, with honorable mentions to some spicy holiday movies. Join us via the LinkTree below and, until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#278. We're almost halfway through November. How's the beard growing? Have you shaved? Do you change your routine at all for No-Shave November? Speaking of routine changes, the three of us are heading into girl's basketball season on three different levels. What's your family transitioning to or from? Speaking of transitions, Kory's career may be heading into new adventures and opportunities. The unknown can be uncomfortable, but he shares a more hopeful perspective. Finally, we shift our perspective to streaming with a small discussion about modern sitcoms. This week we're watching Bye Bye Barry, Ellen's farewell special, Orange is the New Black, Planet of the Apes, Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga, Captain America: Brave New World and Thunderbolt (trailers), and the Frasier reboot. Lot's to chime in on this one. Use the LinkTree to find places to do that! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#277. Your local mall is probably decking the halls, and we think a presidential election year is the perfect time to take advantage of the joy, even if premature. Speaking of elections, we discuss what voting and cake have in common and perhaps want to join arms in a grass-roots movement to save the nation. After the break, we discuss pepperoni and an innovation that Canada is bringing to pizza. We need your help either finding what we're looking for or your ideas on how to ask our local shops to flosserize our toppings. This week in streaming, Dillon shares final thoughts on Agatha All Along as well as Tom Papa: Home Free, Axle F, and more Manning Cast with Jason Sudeikis. Chime in on all topics via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other by baking a cake for your community.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#276. We are From the Middle, and we approve this episode. Also, political ads are annoying. Let's move on to the important stuff, such as the Where's Waldo story arc and AI vs Al. Yes. I typed those differently. Speaking of differences, Mountain Dew changed their branding and of course we have opinions! After the break, Kory shares his beautiful experience at The Gathering in Banff, Alberta, Canada. Wonderful scenery, compelling content, emotional connection, and kangaroo for dinner. It was everything worth hearing about! That leads us into a thought provoking beginning to streaming with The Remarkable Life of Ibelin. Also in viewing we have the Dwayne Wade statue, the World Series, and Agatha All Along. Visit us via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#275. DOWN WITH BIG MUMPKIN! How do you feel about elementary school fundraisers? Let us know via the LinkTree below! As for us, we're generally not fans. PTA's are great, schools need our generosity, but are we doing our best? We also talk about hotels and how reliable a reality it is that the usb ports in the lamp aren't going to work. But at least there's breakfast in the morning. We then discuss nostalgic modern experiences such as mechanical bowling and mini-golf bars with an honorable mention to bowling alley pizza. On the back half, we have a champion amongst us, and Kory has a juice recommendation along with a tip on where to find swanky hotels at affordable prices. We do a lot of catching up in streaming. This week we're watching The Bikeriders, Easy Rider, Civil War, Parasite,Dazed and Confused, Don't Look Up, Agatha All Along, The Holdovers, Whites, Joker, and Manningcast. Enjoy! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#274. Dig out the flannel and spice up your cider, it's fall! It's time to get the holiday decorations out of the basement. Speaking of basements, Kory's is remodeled and you need to see what he's done with the place! The tv is hung and the kid's toys are gone. It's the phase of life where the largest user of toys in the household is Kory himself as he and Dillon got away with their dad and visited an old school toy store. They also connected over a cool pizza joint and disgusting pop. In the back half we talk about a docuseries about long-time WWE head Vince McMahon. It ends awkwardly…much like Vince's legacy. We briefly mention some streaming before finally discussing the idea of “raw-dogging” flights. Have you done this? Would you? How much would you pay us to try it? Let us know via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#273. Here's your reminder to worry helplessly about whether you closed the garage door on your way to work this morning. Good luck getting that off your brain. And hey! The port workers up and down the east coast are on strike. But don't worry. We share how you can make your own mayonnaise at home! In other sauce news, if you are selling chicken but aren't offering ranch, don't even try to market to the midwest. We like to dip our tendies in the stuff while we watch Big Ten football, one of the current big wigs in the college football world. After the break, we talk a little about streaming with some topics. For example, we define “cable cutting” and look into the possibilities of Disney's attempt at streaming live tv. Will you become a stream surfer? What are your thoughts on Ryan Seacrest on Wheel of Fortune? Let us know via the LinkTree below. Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#272. Sometimes kids make the best parents. They can free up the adults to play red light/green light with their friends online. They can figure out their food allergies on their own with the correct AI prompts and a little know-how with iOS 18. All things “kids” is getting more sophisticated, and that includes sports. Parents of children getting into athletics these days have experienced how smart-technology has been a real GameChanger. Speaking of apps, the younger generations have taken our advent of social media and ran with it. They're running away from us with their own ball, but we still deserve some credit for getting them there. This week we ask what is the most manly thing you did recently? Did you handle a hammer drill? Did you slap new lugs onto a wheel hub? Did you experiment with vinegar in your egg-poaching bath? Let us know via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#271. Do you like the mermaid fin to be removed before eating a shrimp taco? Of course you do. Is having to de-tail your own shrimp in such a dish worth speaking to the manager or are you just getting your meUndies in a bunch? Perhaps breaking down your own seafood is a good reason to wear latex gloves in public. But please just make sure those around you are aware of your intentions. With no smooth transition whatsoever, Sony is making cars now. Not by themselves, but still. The PlayStation fanboys and fangirls can now have an excuse to get out of the house to drive their new electric vehicle next year, and Kory got a sneak peak at one! After the break, we discuss the beauty of Waffle House, home contractors, and unaware people in confusing airport scenarios. For streaming, we're watching Outlast, Jack Whitehall: Fatherhood with my Father, and The Ark. Chime in via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#270. The older you get, the more you talk about doctor visits. In the front half of this one we follow Kory into the office for a check-up and share our opinions on how things went. There's a transcript somewhere that he agreed to which was generated by AI, so if that leaks, you can follow along there. Kendall wants someone to look at his foot, and he'll shortly be paying someone to do just that. On the back half we discuss the start of football season before we get into a basement remodel which brings up the etiquette surrounding contractors in your home. We briefly discuss how food and drink companies name flavors then we talk a bit about what we're watching: mostly the Paralympics and Sports. Chime in via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.FTM Merch! - https://www.teepublic.com/user/fromthemiddleLinkTree - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpodVOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#269. Today in cooking tips by From the Middle, we discuss sauce thickening techniques as well as digesting salmon. We then get into our business advice. Sometimes you shouldn't be afraid to just give stuff away. Then we share our expertise on the male aging process and how you can feel as young as we do. Maybe just take some time to smell the grass. On the back half we once again solve the world of fast food before we discuss streaming. This week it's Planet of the Apes, WWE, and poking around Paramount and AppleTV. Share your cooking, business, and aging tips with us! Follow the LinkTree below for that. Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#268. A professional ball player bats for both teams, a professional comedian fields questions from Kory, and a professional (not THAT kind of “professional”) masseuse eases minds with her presence. All of that and some etiquette concerning cell phones in public cover the first half of this episode. On the back half we discuss an Australian reboot of “The Office” and we hope there's break dancing involved. We also take the deepest dive we've ever taken into adult Lunchables. Then we wrap up with what we're streaming and…riding. Kory got to sit upon a massive engine on wheels. We're also watching Jackpot (Grand Death Lotto), Deadpool & Wolverine, If, and College Football (irl). A lot of places to chime in on this one! Use the LinkTree below to let us know your thoughts! Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#267. Like any good podcast or media member, we do our fact checking after we've already said the thing. Sorry, Raygun. But still, thanks for the memories. Speaking of making memories, our kids are all back in school, and for some, it's a milestone year! One littler (a young middler), is taking on the world of jiujitsu which sparks a conversation about the merits of martial arts for kids. If you're looking for a more middle-aged workout at your own pace, maybe you should try a digital marathon! THEY ARE FUN, USEFUL, AND LEGIT. After the break, Dillon leads us in a confession of things we didn't know existed until it was too late to admit it without shame. Mandolines are not Mandolins. Loofahs come in plastic and organic. And COOKING JARRED SAUCE IS STILL COOKING I WAS CURIOUS GIVEN THE CONTEXT. In streaming and media we talk about Tetris, Twisters, The Last Ronin, and, likely for the last time, The Acolyte. What took YOU until today to learn? Let us know via the LinkTree below. Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#266. Cue the John Williams! The Olympic Games are over and we all win, that is, unless you imitated a kangaroo in front of a panel of judges. Anyone who did that didn't win. We have a bit of glitter-wizard updating followed by Kory's recounting of his (not a) party including the event itself and some bonus bike riding and vintage Star Wars viewings!Happy 40th, dude. Now let's turn some Hot Ones into hot spots. After the break we wrap up our summer as we fondly remember the season and look forward to a school year. Don't forget to put your child's name on EVERYTHING. Dillon gives us some NCAA College Football updates and Kendall speaks on WWE Summer Slam to anyone who'll listen. We want to know what YOU are streaming! Hop on the socials or voicemail via the LinkTree below to let us know. Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#265. It's time for our generation to influence the world with our vernacular, and we're starting with “hotspotting.” It means what you think it means. And it comes into play on an otherwise delightful trip Kendall took with his soon-to-be ten-year-old to Houston, Texas. Then Kory tries his hand at influencing the youth with his imagination which is only rivaled by Bluey's dad. Sometimes fantasy can cause problems. Wanna get away? After the break, we learn that maybe our generation isn't so bad after all. You just have to look in the right place, and that place is Taco Bell. We get a little into the controversy that is Joe Rogan as we discuss streaming. Also in streaming we discuss I Am: Celine Dion, Dear Evan Hansen, and The Boys in the Boat. It's a fun one! Join in with your un-pet-peeves! Use the LinkTree below to tell us the things you've noticed in public when people delighted you. Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#264. The Olympics are on, but can we finally start talking about athletes!? Kory's pool is illuminated, so can we talk about wiring diagrams!? And sure, the Mandela Effect is real, but can we talk about the Fruit of the Loom logo!? And talk about these things did we. Also something about peeing into golf clubs. Details inside. After the break, Dillon shares a wonderful online trend of using Inside Out music to give parents some perspective. Speaking of perspective, some Marvel Universe fans are letting their minds and keyboards go crazy after a recent actor/character reveal concerning Dr. Doom. Are they justified? Let us know your thoughts via the LinkTree below! Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#263. Kendall's first birthday gift was a home run, Dillon's recent gaming experience is a touchdown, and Kory is punting on what a party is. Have you yet tried the long awaited NCAA College Football? You all know its a big deal for one host and we celebrate with Dillon as he discusses the overall feel, gameplay, bugs, and learning curve (or lack thereof). Speaking of celebrating, Kory is having a no-presh get-together with cake for his birthday. Chime in to our socials via the LinkTree and share your thoughts on what such an event should be called! We love Kory. On the back half, we get into the world of wiring and troubleshooting exterior illumination. Then we discuss the streaming environment of today and whether the high turn-over of shows causes you to be more careful about what you watch. Dillon briefs us on The Acolyte and we learn about the “Ball Caddie.” Enjoy! Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#262. Kory's working on a project in Manhattan where a kid dropped a bomb in an elevator. We're also seeing possibly-not-but-probably-so celebrities but we don't know who they are. And in the confusing world of Gen Z, rat boys apparently are owning June through August. After needing to take a break to wrap our heads around that, we spend the back half discussing old guy things like sitting in diners and fast food restaurants for no reason other than to hassle the staff whom we know all too well. We aren't there yet, but we're looking forward to it. In not-streaming, Dillon was impressed by a live performance of The Lion King. In streaming we discuss Inside Out 2, The Acolyte, Trying, WWE Money in the Bank, and Sweet Dreams. We enjoyed this one and hope you do to! Chime in via the LinkTree below and, until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#261. Kendall's bright-eyed and bushy-tailed hanging out in a hotel lobby somewhere in Pittsburgh. Or maybe his voice is low as he looks around making sure no one is listening. Also, Independence Day is behind us and we recount our moments and memories of this year's celebrations. Then we hear some of the less fluffy details of being in Pittsburgh. After the break, we discuss sports team logos and whether cities should coordinate color schemes which leads to the big reveal of game-play peaks of Dillon's beloved NCAA College Football for PlayStation! In streaming this week we discuss F1, Password, Only Murders in the Building, The Acolyte, and Agatha All Along. As always, chime in via the LinkTree below and, until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#260. Middler extraordinaire and fellow podcaster Jon Lathrop sits fourth chair as we head into Independence Day festivities. He's a bbq master from Texas who co-hosts the show Grab'em in the Brisket and if his cookout skills don't make your mouth water, his July 4th USA outfit will. This episode goes way beyond meat, however, as we discuss some of our typical fare: hot dogs being considered sandwiches, shady customer service at drive-throughs, airplane snacks, and people getting in our way. We do discuss a bit of streaming as well with Shane Gillis' “Tires,” The Acolyte, WWE, and the presidential debate, which makes the next sentence  even more important. Until next time, be kind to each other.Grab'em in the Brisket - https://www.grabeminthebrisket.comMain Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#259. Kory shares one more gangsta Hawaii story before we dive into a new-to-us pizza experience which can be found in Colorado. The “Rocky Mountain Pie” is your entree and dessert all in one package and it needs to move to the midwest. Speaking of Kory being away, we pull back the curtain on how Dillon and Kendall craft an episode in Kory's absence with a fun game. Then we talk about how great communism is. In the second half we discuss Kendall's basketball court which is a great place to twist an ankle then smack the first person who asks if you're ok. Maybe if you had a very specific super power, you could have ankles of steel. But only the ankles. Do you have any mundane superpowers you'd like to have? Let us know via the LinkTree below! In streaming and media this week we discuss Shane Gillis's “Tires,” Baby Reindeer, Godzilla Minus One, Acolyte, Brats, WWE, and Holly by Stephen King. We hope you enjoy, and, until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#258. Dillon's garage sale results are in! But what about the stuff that didn't sell? Is it still out? What ever happened to the typewriter? Did we have good Father's Days filled with sweet gifts and chewy ice? We dish out all the juicy details along with some discussion comparing today's rubber-mulched playgrounds with the skin-burning reality of the hazardous zones we grew up with. After the break, Kory shares the beautiful, funny, and frustrating details about an extended stay in Hawaii with his family. During which he discusses the importance of studying local driving laws pertaining to your vacation spot, the disgusting things fish will eat, hot snorkeling destinations, and other great ideas for your next family trip no matter where you go. It's a fun one, and we can't wait for you to hit play! Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#257. We share some honest facts about Abraham Lincoln because we're high-brow. We do things like write in cursive and pass on traditional table manners to our kids. We also enjoy playing with sticks and geek out over Alvin and the Chipmunks, so take that for what it's worth. Long story short, we dive into what our kids are up to when school is out versus what we did at their age. Also, Dillon is holding a garage sale! Looking for a typewriter? Name your price. If you don't want to pay anything, maybe check his curb the following trash day. Streaming this week is short, but quality. Welcome to Wrexham Season 3 is on tap as well as National Geographic's Orcas vs. Great Whites. Chime in via the LinkTree below and, until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#256. You can hear the summer time music in the air tonight! Phil Collins is now the king of summer music and Garth Brooks is wondering what happened to his reign. We talk about the season and the way media affects mood and how mood affects media. We also dive into the deep end of public pool nostalgia. Dillon plans his sabbatical for NCAA College Football while Kendall logs his weekend celebrating an old friend. Pick up your banjo and play along via the LinkTree below where you can make your voice heard in the discussion! Until next time, be kind to each other. Aloha, Kory!Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#255. We hope everyone had a good Memorial Day weekend! Some of us enjoyed our freedoms  by yanking fish out of the water. It was good weekend for amateur fishergirls. Others clinched our cheeks while fighting the elements on two wheels at freeway speeds. Others clinched our wallets in the face of a tipping dilemma. What would you have done? Have you ever tried a shirt shaver? Do you brush your teeth in car? These and so many more topics in this one are waiting for your response! Follow the LinkTree below to share your thoughts. Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#254. Lifting your shirt in the school drop off line is probably never a good idea, but is it a little ok if it's part of your daily pit maintenance? Also, do you draw the line at using utensils to eat while driving?  Check the LinkTree below to let us know your answers! It's starting to feel like summer and Kory is ready to drink a beer with you in his garage. Kendall is ready to sneak a beer to a little league game. Dillon is ready to sip something cold when EA Sports College Football 25 comes out. We discuss all of the above along with a small update on streaming. This week it's F1 Racing, Curb Your Enthusiasm, The Acolyte, WWE, and Welcome to Wrexham. We hope you enjoy! Until next time, be kind to each other. Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#253. We don't care how much the ladies make fun of us. Sheds are exciting. We do, however, love both our sheds and our ladies. We even love our neighbor's sheds. But we are happy to stick to celebrating our own wives and mothers.  Happy Mother's Day! We share our weekend events which included some fun outings and some heavy lifting. We then get into a bit of tip etiquette with the non-tipped customer service folks. After the break we talk about Karen, everyone's favorite busy body, then we share our thoughts on radio and the Hot Chicken Takeover takeover. Please use the LinkTree below to chime in! Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#252. Like any good daytime talk show, we dive into the nuances surrounding our culture. Star Wars Day seems to be running wider than it used to and we're all about it. It's even made its way into Dillon's fridge. There's a new sunflower seed brand aiming to take down the big boys, and all kinds of things are finding their way into ranch. The Midwest couldn't be happier, but we do ask why cheese needs to be a part of it. After the break we talk a bit about what we're looking forward to this summer. Kory apparently has Maui friends now. Then we get into streaming and playing with LEGO as Dillon gives us a tour of the Daily Bugle. This week we're watching Unfrosted with Jerry Seinfeld, The Idea of You, Bad Batch, WWE Backlash, and The Miami Grand Prix. Jump into the socials and let the people know what's up in your world! The LinkTree below is your roadmap for that. Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#251. Maybe your windows are weeping because bees are nesting in them. But it's ok because the American innovative spirit has invented screens. Also in American history, did you know that dinner used to be supper? Lunch used to be dinner. And now we're learning you can potentially have all three in the same day depending on timing. As if meal time wasn't complicated enough. We're still trying to decide if hot dogs and tacos are sandwiches. We then take a brief time-out to hear from some of our friends in the network. We didn't have a timer going, but we didn't forget you anyway. This week in streaming we discuss Still Game, Hans Zimmer: Hollywood Rebel, and Masters of the Air. Use the LinkTree below to join the conversation. Until next time, be kind to each other, and for some you, this is your reminder to check on your kid in the time-out corner.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#250. We've reached a milestone! And we'll get to that, but first: Old English Calligraphy. We take the brave approach and ask the questions nobody wants to ask out loud. Speaking of such questions, we also discuss whether you go thoughtfully cheap or extravagantly selfish when someone else is picking up the dinner bill. Then it's on to the podcast stats as we look into what we've accomplished against the rest of the podcast world in our almost five year history.  After the break we talk about the feeling you get when you see your favorite film or tv franchises come to a close. Aptly, this part of our streaming discussion. This week we're watching Manhunt, Shogun, and Timeless Heroes - Indiana Jones and Harrison Ford. We've had a blast reaching this milestone and we are on to the next one! We're glad to have you with us. Please use the LinkTree below to shout out your favorite thoughts, questions, and stories! We love them. Until next time, be kind to each other.Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"

#249. If you've got it, flaunt it. If you don't, buzz it down and wear a hat. You don't want the Myrtle Beach sun burning your scalp. May we suggest a nice ball cap featuring your new favorite minor league baseball team to cover your dome while you begin your spring-time lawn care maintenance? Dust the mower off, tame the jungle, then put it away in your new shed while you head inside for some fresh lemonade made in a mason jar. As you pour from the jar, be sure to try the spoon trick we just learned. After a break, it's time to see what sports are in season now that football and March Madness are over. It turns out we still have plenty to look forward to. And YOU can look forward to checking out some of our streaming recommendations! This week we're watching Paddington 1 and 2, The Bad Batch, Wrestlemania XL, Asteroid City, Dear Evan Hansen, and Neal Brennan: Crazy Good. Also, send pics of your garage! Until next time, be kind to each other. Main Landing Page - https://linktr.ee/fromthemidpod​​​​​​VOICE MAIL! Comment, ask a question, suggest topics - (614) 383-8412Artius Man - https://artiusman.com​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ use discount code "themiddle"