Jessie Jolles and Chris Burns

Middle Children

Comedy EN ↓ 205 episodes

Jessie Jolles and Chris Burns aka Fat Carrie Bradshaw didn’t ask to be born as middle children, who would? Born into a life of being desperate for attention, the dynamic duo known mostly for developing a sense of humor as a defense mechanism brings you a show about their favorite thing, themselves. Talking through their endless embarrassing stories, the many famous middle children of the world, and interviewing guests from the oldest of the family, the youngest of the family and everything in between Middle Children is a show for all and there’s only one condition; Jessie and Chris are the sta...

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Jessie Jolles and Chris Burns

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Comedy

Latest episode

Nov 25, 2024

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Episodes

Between Male Therapists and Playing For Fun 18.09.2023

Chris has been riding a struggle bus on a freeway with no exits and is wondering when he can finally get off. Jessie wants to go to camp but doesn’t understand why all sports have to be played to win. We also feature a heartwarming hallmark featuring high powered toy executive decisions, an autumn in Vermont, and Ryan Reynolds chopping wood. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz...

Between Living in Vans and Having An Existential Crisis 11.09.2023

Jessie’s visit to the home of a friend with two children lights the fuse for and epic existential crisis. Is any place on earth safe for children? Does community still exist in modern day America? Should Chris and Jessie start a cult? All these questions and more, answered in this week’s action packed episode.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our...

Between The End of Movie Credits & Crushing Apples 04.09.2023

With the extinction of fun movie credit openings, Chris and Jessie discuss how they would start the movies they will be starring in. Jessie explains her plan to fix streaming, and Chris reveals his nit picks of “Schitts Creek”. Later we present to you a very jolly Hallmark filled with performers on the run in the little town within the town of Albany, NY.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company....

Between Hating Hot Tubs and Re-marketing Milk 28.08.2023

Jessie gets ready to push out of her comfort zone as she prepares for her first ever pole dancing class. Chris loves the concept of sex, but he can’t figure out why people like baths or hot tubs. Later we dial things back and simmer down with a wholesome rural Hallmark where we set out to save a million trees and a couple of hot farmers who’s business is being crushed by the non dairy craze.  Host...

Between Unlikely Movie Recs & Selling Swatches 21.08.2023

What can we really say about steakhouses that are also a speakeasy? Necessary? Not likely. Chris tells the tale of his secret steakhouse adventure and admits to being knee deep in a rewatch of the “Fast and The Furious” franchise while Jessie has a fun interaction at the coffee shop initiated by her fun breakfast jewelry. Later we dig into possibly our most suspenseful Hallmark of all time. It has...

Between Puffy Eyes & Voice Recordings 14.08.2023

Jessie has a puffy eye, oh no! Chris is officially a Rumblehead, and we humble brag about working out. Does anyone actually like urgent care? We discuss dating app weirdness, Chris has been buying new furniture, new home = new him. We close with a gym vent including our opinions on short trainers. Big announcement coming soon!!! Episode 150 next!   Have you checked out patreon.com/middlechildren f...

Between Being Financial Gurus & Hashing Out School Trauma 07.08.2023

We kick this one off with a rich bit. Do thin rich people really have it all? Once we get back into our own personalities Jessie let’s us in on her lonely weekend. Chris has been out of the city reconnecting with nature. We get into a fun conversation reminiscing about high school trauma. Would you like to be part of a heist? Chris went on a deep dive about Ariana Grande, and we close chatting abo...

Between Being Back & Being Back on Track 31.07.2023

We’re back, with lots to share! Jessie has a new relationship status and took Winnie to the vet (you go girl), Chris has been traveling and has a question: How do you feel about liars? After discussion we hop into a Hallmark since it’s been forevaaa: Love Is Wild, a silly veterinary adventure similar to Tiger King but more ethical!!  July flew by and we know it. We're getting back into the swing o...

Between Beach Vacations & Being Haunted 26.06.2023

We’re back! Chris is a lil bit sick, but has been busy trying to look great for Spain. Jessie’s family beach trip was a success! She loved the dynamic with her family, and it get us talking about the right way to make plans on vacation. Winnie is still avoiding the nail clippers, and Jessie’s watching a new Showtime show about scammers. Have you ever thought about joining an MLM business? Do you b...

Between Reality TV Blunders & Furniture Stores 12.06.2023

Has anyone ever thrown shade at you for singing? How do you feel about seagulls? Jessie is going on her family beach trip and bringing Tim! Chris just booked tickets to go to Spain for a beach trip too! We get into another Hallmark, this one is all about reality TV with all the usual humor. WE LOVE YOU ALL.  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...

Between Bloomingdales Blues & Learning to Tailor 05.06.2023

Chafing season has arrived! Jessie wants to buy $1000 pants, Chris talks her out of it. All the new pants are low-rise anyways, how ridiculous! Jessie went shopping and Chris lets us in on how he feels about the stores she mentions. Do you agree prices are insane right now? We go over our retail gripes but make it funny. Do you have a good mattress recommendation for us? Have you joined the Patreo...

Between Mommunes & Being Landlords 22.05.2023

This great team is back! We chat about our summer plans, haunted hay rides, mommunes, communes and so much more in this one! We share how we want to live on the land and then catch up about Vanderpump Rules, what did you think about the finale? Chris got an air fryer, it has changed the game in his kitchen. We love a conversation episode! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.c...

Between Doctors Without Borders & Brain Transplants 15.05.2023

Otis is sick with kennel cough, aw poor babe. Jessie hates going to the doctor but she powered through it! Do you have health insurance? This conversation leads us into a Hallmark about surgery: Doctors With Borders, we love getting to escape reality with you. Have you joined the Facebook group? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and...

Between Running from Hail & Basic Brunchers 08.05.2023

Chris’ birthday weekend in Denver went swell. His Red Rocks experience included hail, and he went to the aquarium! Jessie did end up going to karaoke with an open bar, guess what she sang? Have you watched Jury Duty yet? Chris watched the new Scream movie and is inspired to create a slasher. Jessie shares her brunch plans, and we close on a discussion about Improv and its impact on our lives.  Hos...

Between Having Perfect Pitch & Becoming GOT Girlies 01.05.2023

We kick this one off competing for no reason. Chris is traveling to Denver, and heading to a concert at Red Rocks to kick off his birthday weekend. Jessie’s morning started rough… Winnie had to get her nails cut. We’ve been working out and Jessie saw someone from her past at Orange Theory. Can Jessie become a GOT girlie? Patreon! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for in...

Between TSA Psychos & Going Down Under 24.04.2023

Chris tells us about his TSA troubles, and how he prevailed in moments of chaos during the reunion party he hosted last week. Jessie has been doing well and kicks us off into another character building Hallmark: Claudia and Cliffy VanHuffington are back and in action people! Join ‘Stuck In The Middle’ on Facebook to join the community? https://www.facebook.com/groups/722387715256890/ Hosted by Sim...

Between Shallow LA & Terrible Dressing Rooms 17.04.2023

Chris is hosting the Love Is Blind reunion party! Jessie’s eye is swelling up but she’s making it through. We catch up about what we have going on, Chris shares info about a Bumble encounter, we discuss travel plans, Los Angeles, and much more. Jessie has been thrifting and finding all the finds, the travel to Brooklyn left her exhausted though.  Tune in next week for Chris’ recap of his evening a...

Between Mood Swings & Witch Worlds 10.04.2023

Greetings from the Himalayas. Do you wear Ugg boots? Chris is traveling and questioning Ugg’s manufacturing process, Jessie recently got back from Florida and her throat closed up. Spring is here! We finally pop into a Hallmark moment, Witches Of Sea-Salem: a behind the scenes peek as well as a sequel to our city witches movie a few weeks ago. We did the best we could okay!? Patreon??? Happy 3 yea...

Between Clown Manicures & Party Poopers 27.03.2023

Jessie got a manicure and we’re not so sure about it. Her sister is getting married: so we chat about the dress shopping, Jessie’s outfit for the event, as well as her upcoming travel plans. We discuss our party preferences, and find out how different our party expectations are. How long has it been since you’ve been to a good party? The Inn we would own would have extravagant parties, so Jessie m...

Between Owning a Farm & Romantic Carnivals 21.03.2023

Do you want to invest in a farm? Jessie pitches her idea to Chris who reveals holes in the plan. Another option is an apple orchard, and there are so many revenue streams. Jessie is longing for a pool, so she’s been suit shopping. Do you have a favorite fair food? What’s your favorite ice cream flavor? We finish on the topic of fitness, Chris might change his handle to @fitcarriebradshaw! Check ou...

Between the Humble Bus & Creating A Witch World 13.03.2023

Chris is feeling like Susan Honeybaker today. We give our moods out of 10, and Jessie’s traveling vet has retired. Do you love the bus? Chris tells another story from the dog park and we close with a classic Hallmark: The Hunt For The Mirrorball Cape!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Between Reality Raucous & Sunday Sermons 06.03.2023

Jessie misses her mans, send her some love! Chris catches her up on some Vanderpump Rules drama. What Bravo reality show would you most want to be a part of? We aren’t going to the gym today, we wish we could swim. Do you like being told what to wear at a wedding? We discuss situations where you are told what you have to wear. We close on MTV Next, have a lovely week! Patreon? Yep Hosted by Simple...

Between Middle Children Diner & Romantic Carnival Foods 27.02.2023

Jessie is feeling on top of the world! Chris is feeling great too without nuts in his diet, who know the cashews were affecting him so much. We chat about Jessie’s travel plans and her name phobia. Chris speaks on his doggy business ventures. Do you like rollercoasters? We’re split on them. Theme parks are so romantic, we love a romantic moment. We close with the Middle Children Diner. Don't forge...

Between Terrible Oscar Films & Joining Cults 20.02.2023

We don’t love the weather right now. Would you ever live in Miami? Do you love picnics? What about the beach? Do you think you’d join a cult? We answer some of life’s big questions on this episode. Chris recaps Triangle of Sadness, Jessie recounts her experience with hand foot and mouth disease. Chris tells us how he feels about George Santos, and he has a show coming up! We close with a conversat...

Between Gym Scammers & Hallmark Fails 13.02.2023

We both worked out today, what a moment! We feel so much better about ourselves when we sweat. Chris is going in and out of wanting to be in the city and wanting to leave, Jessie is a psychedelic researcher. We attempt a failed Hallmark, and then move on to a better conversation for our moods. What would you have done if you were on Made? We close on a conversation about Pamela Anderson and realit...

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