Life In The Middle Podcast

✨ Still Dreaming in the Middle | Life in the Middle Podcast When we’re young, dreaming feels easy. You talk about what you’re going to be, where you’re going to go, and all the things you want to build. But somewhere along the way — careers, kids, responsibilities, and routines — dreaming can start to feel unrealistic… or even selfish. In this episode of Life in the Middle , we talk about what ha...

🎉 Growing Up in the Middle | Life in the Middle Podcast This week’s episode is a special one — our youngest turns 16 the day this episode releases. We’re not just talking about a birthday… we’re talking about milestones. The shift from protecting to preparing. From car seats to car keys. From bedtime stories to late-night talks. In this episode, we reflect on: • What it feels like when your kids...

🎙 Learning to Say No in the Middle In this episode of Life in the Middle , we’re talking about something that gets harder—and more important—the older we get… learning to say no. Somewhere between raising teenagers, balancing work, navigating marriage, and trying to protect a little bit of peace, we realized we can’t say yes to everything anymore. And honestly? That’s okay. We talk about: • Saying...

Life doesn’t happen one thing at a time — it all seems to hit at once. In this episode of Life in the Middle , Travis and Jenna talk about what life looks like right now . From winter storms and two straight weeks of no school, to Valentine’s Day coming up and their youngest getting closer to earning his driver’s license, this episode captures what it feels like to be in the middle of everything....

We’re officially at that stage of life… and honestly, we’re okay with it. In this episode of Life in the Middle , we talk about the little (and not-so-little) things that make us feel old — from habits we never thought we’d have, to moments where we realize we’re not the “young ones” anymore. It’s lighthearted, relatable, and full of laughs as we reflect on how life changes and why embracing the m...

❄️ Snowed In Together ❄️ Winter weather has arrived, plans are canceled, and everything has slowed down — which made this the perfect time for this conversation. In this episode of Life in the Middle , Travis and Jenna talk about what it really looks like to be snowed in together. From comfort food and couch days to cabin fever, patience, and unexpected moments of connection, this episode is about...

🎙️ What We Are Loving Lately | Life in the Middle – Season 2, Episode 1 Season Two of Life in the Middle starts with a fun, lighthearted episode all about the little things making life better right now. In “What We Are Loving Lately,” Travis and Jenna share some of their current favorites — from everyday joys and routines to entertainment, food, and the simple things that are bringing a little ext...

🎙️ Looking Back & Moving Forward | Life in the Middle – Episode 10 As the year comes to a close, Travis and Jenna take time to slow down, reflect, and look back on what the past year meant for their family — and what they’re hoping for in the year ahead. In this year-end episode, they share a real and honest recap of 2025: the milestones, the challenges, the lessons learned, and the moments th...

🎄 Christmas in the Middle | Life in the Middle – Episode 9 Christmas looks a little different in the middle of life — and in this special holiday episode, Travis and Jenna slow down and talk about it. From changing traditions and busy schedules to family expectations, faith, and the pressure to make everything “perfect,” Christmas in the Middle is an honest conversation about navigating the holid...

✈️ Trips in the Middle | Life in the Middle – Episode 8 Travel looks a lot different in the middle of life — and in this episode, Travis and Jenna talk about it all. From planning trips and budgeting to packing disagreements, unmet expectations, and the memories that make it all worth it, Trips in the Middle dives into what it’s really like traveling as a married couple in this season of life. The...

🦃 Episode 7 – Thankful in the Middle 🍂 In today’s Thanksgiving-themed episode, we’re talking all things FOOD, FAMILY, and the beautiful chaos of the holidays. From our favorite dishes to the traditions we grew up with — and the ones we’re trying to build now — this episode is packed with laughs, memories, and real-life “middle age” moments. We also get honest about something every couple deals w...

Episode 6 – Carrying Each Other in the Middle | Life in the Middle Podcast This episode was a tough one for us to sit down and record. Life doesn’t always move in straight lines, and sometimes marriage means carrying each other through seasons that feel heavier than others. In this conversation, we open up about what it’s looked like for us to lean on one another during challenging moments and how...

🎙 Episode 5 – Faith in the Middle 🙏 In this week’s episode of Life in the Middle , we’re talking about the foundation that holds everything together — faith . Between raising kids, managing careers, and trying to hold it all together, it’s easy to let faith take a back seat. But in the middle of life — the busy, messy, beautiful middle — faith is what keeps us grounded, connected, and hopeful. 💬...

🎙 Episode 4 – Dating in the Middle ❤️ In this week’s episode of Life in the Middle , we’re talking about something that often gets lost between work, kids, and everyday life — dating your spouse. From fancy dinners that turn into drive-thru nights to trying to stay awake past 9 PM, we’re keeping it real about what dating looks like after years of marriage and parenting. 💬 In this episode: How dat...

🎙 Episode 3 – Sports Parent Survival Guide From the sidelines to the snack table, we’re talking all things sports parenting in this week’s episode of Life in the Middle ! ⚽🏹 Between early mornings, late nights, and endless car rides to games, being a sports parent is no joke — but it’s also one of the most rewarding (and funniest) parts of this season of life. In this episode, we share the real-...

🎙 Episode 2 – New Halls, New Chapters In this episode of Life in the Middle , Travis and Jenna dive into one of the biggest transitions for parents — watching one child start high school while the other heads off to college. From new lockers to dorm move-ins, we’re talking about the emotions, the adjustments, and the hilarious realities of parenting through these major milestones. 💙 🎯 In this ep...

🎙 Episode 1 – Welcome to the Middle In this very first episode of Life in the Middle , Travis and Jenna introduce themselves and share what inspired the podcast — honest, funny, and faith-filled conversations about marriage, family, and life in the middle years. They talk about what it’s like raising kids in high school and college, juggling busy schedules, and learning to laugh through the chaos....