Up The Middle: Politics for the Rest of Us!
Hey gang! Tired of the extreme left and far right dominating the conversation? Welcome to Up The Middle: Politics for the Rest of US, the podcast dedicated to balanced news analysis and political commentary. We cut through the partisan noise to examine today’s biggest headlines from both sides of the political spectrum.Whether you identify as an independent, a moderate, or simply someone looking for rational, fact-based discussions, this show is your home for common sense. Every week, we break down complex current events, interview diverse voices, and search for common ground in a deeply divided world. For more information, please visit www.Mastiff.Media/utm. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.
Episodes
- Introduction: Host Yergz opens the show by defining the mission of Up the Middle, aiming to arm independent and swing voters with common-sense arguments against political extremism.
- Right-Wing Hypocrisy & Legal Troubles: Yergz highlights two recent scandals: the indictment of a MAGA-aligned pastor for explicit materials and New Hampshire Rep. Brian Morse’s revenge p...
I. Show Introduction & Mission
- The "Up the Middle" Philosophy: Host Yergz introduces the show as a platform that brings the opposition into the room to test arguments in real-time.
- Target Audience: Geared toward the 45%+ of swing voters and independents seeking common sense over partisan extremism.
- Logistics: Recorded live on Sunday ...
Introduction to the Show
- Host Yergz introduces "Up the Middle" as a space for swing voters and independents to evaluate opposing political arguments.
- The show broadcasts live on Sunday evenings and focuses on cutting through partisan noise to find common-sense truths.
- Three Florida Republican officials and a political con...
Show Introduction
- The Premise: Yergz introduces Up the Middle, a live radio show aimed at undecided, persuadable swing voters who make up roughly 45% of the electorate.
- The Goal: The show is designed to bring opposing viewpoints into the room so listeners can hear the other side's arguments in real-time.
- Show Introduction: Host Yergz introduces "Up The Middle," detailing the show's mission to engage undecided voters by bringing opposing viewpoints directly into the conversation.
- Breaking News: Announcement of the sudden death of 71-year-old South Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham following a brief illness and a recent diplomatic trip to Ukraine.
- ...
I. Host Updates and Best Buy Departure
- The live radio show "Up the Middle" is recorded on Sunday evenings at 10:00 PM Eastern Time by the host, Yergz.
- Yergz announces they are finishing their final shifts at Best Buy in the coming week.
- The host praises the company's training but strongly criticizes the ethical implications of upselling phone servi...
I. Introduction to the Program
- The radio show is called "Up the Middle" and is hosted by Yergz.
- The program targets the 45% or more of voters who identify as swing voters and independents.
- The primary goal is to bring opposing viewpoints into the room so listeners can hear arguments tested in real-time.
- The live broadcast is recorded on Sunday evenings at 10 PM...
Show Introduction
- Host Yergz introduces the core mission of the show, which is to expose listeners to opposing viewpoints and build better arguments.
- Instructions are provided for accessing show notes and live broadcasts via the Mastiff Media Network.
- Yergz analyzes video and audio from a summer church program for children that featur...
- Show Introduction & Mission
- Host Yergz introduces the broadcast, Up the Middle.
- Defines the show's mission: reaching the 45%+ of undecided, persuadable voters by bringing "the opposition into the room" and testing arguments with common sense.
- Segment 1: The "Modern-Day Clan" March
- Yergz describes a video/image of a ...
Show Introduction & Premise
- Show Identity: Up The Middle, hosted by Yurgs.
- Mission: To bring opposition arguments directly to the audience, arming listeners with facts to debate effectively.
- Target Audience: The 45+% of the electorate who are swing voters or independents.
- Broadcast Details: Sunday evenings at 10:00 PM EST on the Mastiff Media Network.
- Show Introduction & Opening Monologue
- The Premise: Welcome to Up the Middle, a show dedicated to reaching the 45% of swing voters by bringing the opposition's perspective directly into the room.
- Opening Rant: The host expresses frustration with time management before pivoting to a sharp critique of Markwayne Mullin (Secretary of Homeland Security) an...
NOTE: This is a deeply moving and heartfelt episode. The dedication it takes to care for a dog with megaesophagus for a decade is remarkably clear from the transcript. RIP Matrix!
Show Introduction and Premise
- Show Mission: Explanation of the "Up the Middle" concept, focusing on bringing opposing vie...
Show Introduction
- Podcast Mission: Reaching the 45% of swing voters and independents to hear how the other side thinks.
- Host Intro: Hosted by Yurgz, positioning the show as the voice of common sense.
- Broadcast Details: Recorded live on Sunday evenings at 10 PM Eastern on Mastiff Media.
- Limited Edition Design: A new, limited-edition US pa...
Show Introduction
- Introduction to the core mission of "Up the Middle" to arm listeners with opposing arguments.
- Direct appeal to the 45% of swing voters and independents looking for common-sense political commentary.
- Details on the live Sunday broadcast on Mastiff Media.
- Yurgz recoun...
Introduction and Show Premise
- Welcome to "Up the Middle" hosted by Yergs.
- Overview of the show's core mission: bringing the opposition into the room to understand opposing viewpoints.
- Targeting the "convertible" 45% of swing and independent voters.
- Broadcast details and how to listen live on Sunday evenings.
- Anal...
- I. Introduction to "Up the Middle"
- Show Philosophy: The host, Yurgs, introduces the program as a platform that brings opposing viewpoints into the room, aiming to arm listeners with strong arguments to test against the opposition.
- Target Audience: The show is tailored for the "persuadable" 45-plus percent of swing voters and independents.
- Broadcast Detail...
Show Introduction
- Purpose: Welcoming the audience and framing the show's mission to arm swing voters and independents with arguments against the opposition.
- Broadcast Details: Airs Sunday evenings at 10:00 PM EDT on Mastiff Media.
- Career Transition: Yurgs announces his resignation from Best Buy (last day July 2...
I. Introduction
- Show Philosophy: Host Yurgz introduces "Up the Middle" as a show designed to arm swing voters and independents (the "45+%") with practical, common-sense arguments against political extremism.
- Broadcast Details: Mentions the live recording schedule (Sunday evenings at 10 PM EST) and how to tune in via the Mastiff Media Network.
I. Show Introduction
- Mission Statement: Intro to Up The Middle—a show focused on testing arguments against the opposition to reach the 45%+ undecided and persuadable swing voters.
- Host Intro: Hosted by Yurgs, "the voice that sounds like yours."
- Show Details: Part of a 2-hour live radio show recorded Sunday evenings at 10 PM Eastern (available at mastiff.me...
I. Introduction & Station Identification
- Show Intro: Welcome to Up the Middle, host "Yuergs" outlines the show’s mission to bring political opposition into the same room and appeal to swing voters/independents.
- Broadcast & Network Details: Details on where to listen live (Sundays at 10 PM EST on mastiff.media/UTM).
- Community Bui...
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