The Middle...A Podcast

In this episode of 'The Middle' podcast, co-hosts Rodney and Derek dive into the complex and rewarding world of fatherhood, sharing personal experiences and perspectives as two Gen X dads. The discussion revolves around life, finance, and the myriad of challenges they face while parenting. The hosts also reflect on their own fathers' influences, the evolving role of fatherhood, and...

In this episode of 'The Middle,' Rodney and Derek delve into navigating financial decisions in your forties. They recap financial advice from previous episodes for those in their twenties and thirties, emphasizing the importance of building an emergency fund, eliminating debt, and investing wisely. They discuss lifestyle creep, habit formation, and practical steps to maintain financial s...

In this episode of 'The Middle,' Rodney and Derek delve into navigating financial decisions in your forties. They recap financial advice from previous episodes for those in their twenties and thirties, emphasizing the importance of building an emergency fund, eliminating debt, and investing wisely. They discuss lifestyle creep, habit formation, and practical steps to maintain financial s...

In this episode of The Middle podcast, hosts Rodney and Derek, share financial advice for individuals in their thirties. Reflecting on the strategies discussed for the twenties, it is clear that they emphasize the importance of having an emergency fund, managing debt, budgeting, and investing for retirement. Rodney narrates his personal journey of managing debt, working multiple jobs, and stabiliz...

In this episode of "The Middle," co-hosts Rodney and Derek, two gentlemen nearing the age of 50, delve into the essential topic of personal finance. The conversation centers on preparing for the future, including retirement and making significant purchases like homes and cars. They emphasize the importance of saving, managing debt, and using credit wisely. Derek lays out the Ramsey Baby...

In this episode of the Middle Podcast, hosts Derek and Rodney dive deep into the recent controversies surrounding former NFL player and media personality Shannon Sharpe. They discuss Sharpe's impressive career, from his days with the Broncos and Ravens to his roles as a sports analyst and podcaster. The conversation then shifts to the serious accusations of sexual assault against Sharpe, expl...

Navigating the NFL Draft and Shedeur Sanders' Journey In this episode of the Middle Podcast, two middle-aged hosts, Derek and Rodney, discuss various topics, including personal anecdotes, a summary of the NFL draft, and a deep dive into Shedeur Sanders' journey from college football to being drafted by the Cleveland Browns. The discussion includes the controversies surrounding Shedeur&ap...

In this episode of Middle A Podcast, hosts Derek and Rodney continue their reflections in the 'Get to Know Your Host' series. They discuss how generational experiences and personal backgrounds shape perspectives on life and success. Highlights include the importance of time management, inner self-talk, and cultivating positive relationships. The hosts share their thoughts on legacy, infl...

Getting to Know the Hosts of 'The Middle' Podcast In this episode of 'The Middle' podcast, hosts Rodney and Derek return after a six-week hiatus to catch up and share their experiences. They discuss their personal and professional lives, including recent family events, work projects, and the importance of maintaining relationships and communicating with loved ones. Rodney and D...

In this episode of 'The Middle...A podcast', hosts Derek and Rodney conclude their discussion on the potential economic impacts of tariffs imposed by Donald Trump, particularly focusing on how individuals can prepare. The episode dives deep into personal budgeting strategies inspired by Dave Ramsey's methods, sharing Derek's journey of paying off nearly $300,000 in debt. The di...

Show Summary: In this episode, Rodney and Derek take a moment to provide a recap of the college football season, NFL regular season and Superbowl predictions, and close with the NBA trade deadline reflections.    The Show: Dive into the minds of two generation X-men as they share their perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thoughts challenged, and hopefull...

Show Summary: In this episode, Rodney and Derek take the Middle Podcast to new heights, soaring at fifteen thousand feet! They dive into the latest on D.O.G.E., H1B visas, the Treasury Department takeover, and Cabinet pick updates. Plus, they share strategies for navigating turbulence caused by recent actions of the current administration. The episode wraps up with a deep dive into process improve...

Show Summary: In this episode Rodney and Derek recap the recent football National Championship playoffs and the impacts of NIL on college sports and professional sports. They end with humorous reflections in the oh damn moments/lessons learned segment where Rodney offers witty perspectives on Hulk Hogan and his ability to transcend time.  This episode was partially inspired by a YouTube video by F...

Rodney and Derek are back for episode 11, feeling refreshed and recharged after some quality time with family and friends. In this episode, they dive into the initial phase of cabinet confirmation hearings, giving you a sneak peek at what’s to come. They’ll take a closer look at the nominees for Attorney General, Health and Human Services Secretary, and Secretary of Defense: Pam Bondi, Robert F. K...

Show Summary: In this episode, Rodney and Derek break down the Presidential election. They spend time recapping their thoughts on election night and how they navigated as the results came in. They also delve into post-election reactions at work and with friend groups the next day. They close the episode with what may have been the deciding factors in how people voted. The Show: Dive into the minds...

Show Summary: In this episode Rodney and Derek review the recent Cabinet picks and close the episode with a hilarious recap of the Jake Paul and Mike Tyson fight, locking eyes, and thug NFL coaches in oh damn moments and lessons learned.  The Show: Dive into the minds of two generation X-men as they share their perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thought...

Show Summary: Dive into the latest episode with Rodney and Derek as they tackle the hot topic of President-Elect Trump’s potential tariff decisions and their ripple effects on the US economy. Plus, get insider tips on car buying and uncover the true cost of vehicle ownership. Don’t miss out! The Show: Dive into the minds of two Generation X-men as they share their perspectives on politics, sports,...

Join Rodney and Derek as they share reflections from their 30th anniversary weekend with close college friends and give their thoughts on the ingredients and importance of friendship and fellowship. They close the episode with a couple of Oh damn moments. Tune in for this short but impactful episode that will give you a few laughs and excellent operating principles. The Show: Dive into the minds o...

Join Rodney and Derek as they dive into the latest Sean “Diddy” Combs case developments. They break down the alleged charges and reflect on the consequences of unchecked power. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the importance of a strong moral compass, surrounding yourself with good people, and making wise choices about who you idolize The Show: Dive into the minds of two Generation X-...

The Show: Dive into the minds of two men as they share their unique perspectives on politics, sports, finance, family, and more. Join in, have your thoughts challenged, and hopefully experience a laugh or two as these co-hosts share their takes. The Hosts: Rodney is a quiet but efficient communicator who spends his days testing and improving IT systems for a Fortune 500 company. He’s a proud husba...

In this episode Derek and Rodney discuss the recent concussion Tua Tagovailoa experienced and all its implications. They also discuss the importance of leveraging technology and not tarnishing your brand with the recent Shannon Sharpe live exposure. They close the show with the Infinite money scandal and Oh Damn moments of the week.  About the hosts, Rodney is a quiet but efficient communicator wh...

Rodney Adams and Derek Bennett hosts are featured in the third episode of The Middle Podcast featuring conversations on Politics/Sports/Finance/Family and more.  This episode covers the Presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. The hosts take a jaunt spanning the spectrum of the debate and canvassing the left and the right with the ultimate goal of getting listeners back to the m...

Welcome or Welcome Back! Before we settle into watching another Presidential Debate, listen as Derek and Rodney discuss how we ended up with Harris v. Trump.   This episode is a collection of our political discussions from the past summer. Topics:   Biden v Trump (Their only debate during this election cycle) An election that will be decided by Vibes The Assassination attempt on Trump Politicians...

Welcome to the first podcast episode- a special episode by default.   Due to Rodney not editing a podcast, let alone four, you get a compilation of episodes to start our podcasting journey.    This episode consists of discussions from the summer where Derek and Rodney discuss various sports topics: Lebron and Bronny James JJ Redick Skip Bayless leaving FS1 The Show: Dive into the minds of two gene...