About this podcast
*Cue the Sue Heck squeal*
Welcome to "Middling with Eden and Brock," the ultimate rewatch podcast of ABC's The Middle. Hosted by Eden Sher and Brock Ciarlelli, who played the ever optimistic Sue Heck and the jazz square aficionado Brad Bottig, this podcast takes you on a nostalgic journey through the beloved series with plenty of laughs that sparked their real life friendship and the stories that followed. Join us as we revisit every episode with behind-the-scenes stories and special guests. Tune in every Wednesday as your driving to Ehlert's to clock in for work, eating your homemade dinner out of the take out bag, or just lounging in your spacious winnebago. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
The newest 50 of 121 episodes
- 513 - Hungry Games · 52 minHope you're hungry, we're recapping episode 513, "Hungry Games!" First, we react to a VERY accurate TikTok made by a fan who states all the Middle characters and their favorite…
- Middling w/ Julie Anne Robinson · 33 minToday we're talking to someone whose immense talents helped shape The Middle! Julie Anne Robinson (Bridgerton, Doctor Who) talks to us about a creative decision she fought that…
- 512 - The Carpool · 49 minToday it's just as as we talk all about episode 512, "The Carpool." Brock points out the 'Nepo-Niece' of John Travolta, Eden performs a redo of one of her lines, and we read a…
- 510 - Sleepless in Orson · 58 minOn today’s agenda: Episode 510, “Sleepless in Orson!" We’ve got behind-the-scenes tidbits, including the original, innuendo-filled name of the hot dog restaurant where Brad…
- 509 - The Christmas Tree · 56 minWe're recapping episode 509, "The Christmas Tree" and Eden is gobsmacked that Brock has never heard "Cats in the Cradle." We're going behind the scenes on how specifically Eden…
- 508 - The Kiss · 56 minToday, it's just us as we recap episode 508, "The Kiss!" We're talking about a limping Eden, a wonderful behind the scenes story about sharing readers, and a rewrite we have for…
- 507 - Thanksgiving V · 56 minOne of our favorite episodes! We're recapping ep 507, "Thanksgiving V," and we've got lots of BTS scoop! We talk about Jerry Van Dyke changing a particular line for the sake of…
- 506 - The Jump (w/ Brooke Dillman) · 1 h 14 minWe've got Brooke Dillman (The Office, Wrecked, Kickin' It) on the pod today! We're breaking down episode 506, "The Jump," and we're talking about the scene that gave the cast…
- 504 - The 100th · 58 minJust us as we recap The Middle's 100th episode! We're talking about how Eden broke her foot hours before filming, the inspiration behind Sue and Brad's Summer Lovin' routine (and…
- 502 - Change In The Air · 50 minThis week, we're breaking down episode 502, "Change In The Air!" Everything from Brad's iconic locker decorations, The Middle's use of cell phones, and just how spot on this…
- 501 - The Drop Off (w/ Tommy Bechtold) · 1 h 6 minWe can't believe we're already at season 5! And to kick off the new season, we have a very special guest. You know the back of his head - and now you get to see his gorgeous…
- 424 - The Graduation (w/ Tim Hobert) · 1 h 17 minWe're joined by Tim Hobert (Scrubs, Community) who wrote today's episode! He's helping us break down episode 424, "The Graduation" - but first, Eden's raving about Tim's kid…
- 423 - The Ditch · 53 minThere are four distinct storylines, and we're talking about each one! For episode 423, "The Ditch" we're discussing everything Brick and his unique fear of going to middle…
- 422 - Hallelujah Hoedown · 48 minKeeping it between us today as we breakdown episode 422, "Hallelujah Hoedown." We're discussing all things yellow pants! How they were made and where the story came from. Plus…
- 421 - From Orson With Love (w/ Robin Shorr) · 1 h 15 minWe're joined today by none other than Robin Shorr (Diary of a Future President, The Carmichael Show) as we break down her episode 421, "From Orson With Love!" She's got her…
- 420 - Dollar Days · 59 minIf you're looking for episode 419, "The Bachelor" - head our archives! We originally recapped it in September 2025 with Galadriel Stineman! Today, we're recapping episode 420…
- 418 - The Name · 58 minJust us today as we recap episode 418, "The Name!" We're discussing all things Molly Shannon, a reference to a classic cinematic moment in Axl's storyline, and - of course - Sue…
- 417 - Wheel of Pain (w/ Jessica Marie Garcia) · 1 h 13 minToday we're joined by Jessica Marie Garcia (On My Block, Liv and Maddie, How to Get Away With Murder) as she helps us breakdown episode 417, "Wheel of Pain!" She's telling us…
- 416 - Winners and Losers (w/ Carolyn Hennesy) · 1 h 2 minWe've got quite the guest for today's episode! Carolyn Hennesy (General Hospital, Cougar Town) helps us breakdown episode 416, "Winners and Losers!" Carolyn played room parent on…
- 414 - The Smile · 1 h 6 minWe're recapping episode 414, "The Smile," and it's just us today! We're covering everything from the amazing Roger Rees as Sue's tough teacher, Red Lobster's ad within our…
- 413 - The Friend (w/ Lee Shallat Chemel) · 1 h 19 minShe directed over 80 episodes of The Middle, and she's back with us today! Lee Shallat Chemel joins us to revisit ep 413, "The Friend!" We dive into the challenges of shooting…
- 411 - Life Skills · 1 h 9 minReminder: we're skipping ep 410 ("Twenty Years") because we already recapped it as an Ehlert's Exclusive bonus episode back in Nov. '25 -- only on Patreon! If you want to listen…
- 409 - Christmas Help (w/ Paul Hipp) · 1 h 16 minSnack Daddy Paul Hipp is here with us today! That's right... Reverend Tim Tom himself joins us to break down ep 409, "Christmas Help." No one makes us laugh like Paul, and today…
- 408 - Thanksgiving IV · 1 h 5 minA fabulous episode of The Middle, from start to finish. We're breaking down 408, "Thanksgiving IV," and we're talking all about one of Brad's best scenes of the series, hot…
- 407 - The Safe · 57 minJust us today as we breakdown episode 407, "The Safe." We’re spotlighting two TV legends who pop up in this episode: Jane Kaczmarek as Frankie’s dental school teacher and Rick…
- 406 - Halloween III: The Driving · 60 minToday, 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…
- 405 - The Hose (w/ Stacey Pulwer) · 1 h 3 minWe'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…
- 404 - Bunny Therapy (w/ Jana Hunter) · 1 h 12 minToday 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…
- 403 - The Second Act · 55 min🚨🚨🚨 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…
- 402 - Last Whiff of Summer Pt 2 · 1 h 0 min🚨🚨🚨 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…
- 401 - Last Whiff of Summer Pt 1 · 1 h 0 minNew 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…
- 324 - The Wedding (w/ Mary Birdsong) · 1 h 10 minWe'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…
- LIVE SHOW! 822 - The Final Final · 1 h 3 minLive 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…
- 323 - The Telling (w/ Chris Kattan) · 58 minWe'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'…
- 322 - The Clover · 57 minJust 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…
- 321 - The Guidance Counselor (w/ Brittany Ross & Natalie Lander) · 1 h 8 minAlways known on set as "The Cheerleaders," today we're joined by Brittany Ross (Huge in France, Mythic Quest) and Natalie Lander (Goldie and Bear, Grey's Anatomy)! They played…
- 518 - The Smell · 50 minWe’re diving into Episode 318, “The Smell!” After reading a few reviews, we share our own deodorant journeys, talk about Eden’s outtake that made it into the final cut, and…
- 320 - Get Your Business Done (w/ Rob Capron) · 53 minSuch a fun episode with Rob Capron (Diary of a Wimpy Kid, The Way Way Back)! He's helping us break down episode 320, "Get Your Business Done," where he tells us about his direct…
- 319 - The Paper Route · 55 minWe're breaking down episode 319, "The Paper Route!" First we read some comments, and then we dive into this hilarious episode. We're talking all about Sue's headgear (and the…
- 318 - Leap Year (w/ Mackenzie Aladjem) · 1 h 0 minSUCH a fun episode today! We have Mackenzie Aladjem (Nurse Jackie, All My Children) and she helps us breakdown episode 318, "Leap Year!" First Eden tells all about filming her…
- 920 - Great Heckspectations (w/ Casey Burke) · 1 h 14 minJumping ahead today with one of our personal favorite guests -- and one of YOUR favorites! Casey Burke (Joker: Folie à Deux, Modern Family) joins us for ep 920, "Great…
- 317 - The Sit Down · 58 minToday, it's just us as we recap ep 317, "The Sit Down!" Eden tells a hilariously embarrassing story about an event that took place in the Hair and Makeup Trailer -- and it…
- 316 - The Concert (w/ Phil Traill) · 1 h 5 minWe're recapping episode 316, "The Concert," with our director! Phil Traill (All About Steve, St. Denis Medical) chats with us about where Axl's speed limit storyline came from…
- 315 - Valentine's Day III · 57 minToday we're with Julie Brown (Clueless, Camp Rock)! You know her as Paula Norwood, and she's here to breakdown episode 315, "Valentine's Day III." She tells us about her 1 line…
- 603 - Major Anxiety (w/ Rich Dahm) · 1 h 7 minThe meaning behind Cindy’s name, the real-life trip and fall that inspired Mike’s stumble at work, and the origin of The Loneliest Locker. Our guest, Rich Dahm (The Colbert…
- 314 - Hecking It Up (w/ Sean O'Bryan) · 56 minToday we’re recapping episode 314, “Hecking It Up,” with Sean O’Bryan (Princess Diaries, Olympus Has Fallen), who played Ron Donahue! He tells us how he didn’t have to audition…
- 313 - The Map · 50 minToday, we're recapping episode 313, "The Map," and it's just us! We talk about the bold choice to make the entire first act a single scene in the car, the brilliant casting of…
- 312 - Year of the Hecks (w/ Grace Bannon) · 1 h 10 minOrson’s favorite God-fearing Wrestlerette, Ruth, is with us today! Grace Bannon (Grey's Anatomy, So Random!) joins us to break down her debut episode: ep 312 - "Year of the…
- 311 - A Christmas Gift (w/ Jen Ray) · 1 h 10 minWE'RE DOING A LIVE RECORDING!! Friday, December 5th, 2025 @7pm at the Stray Theater in Los Angeles!! We'll be recapping one of our (and maybe your!) favorite episodes in front of…
- 812 - Pitch Imperfect (w/ Melissa Kosar) · 1 h 12 minWE'RE DOING A LIVE RECORDING!! Friday, December 5th, 2025 @7pm at the Stray Theater in Los Angeles!! We'll be recapping one of our (and maybe your!) favorite episodes in front of…
