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Life In The Middle Podcast

Life In The Middle Podcast

By: Travis Utley
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Welcome to Life in the Middle — the podcast where Travis and Jenna share real, honest, and often hilarious conversations about navigating marriage, parenting, and faith in the middle of life.

From raising teens and launching college kids to balancing careers, church, and whatever else life throws your way, Life in the Middle is about finding joy, humor, and purpose in the chaos.

Each week, Travis and Jenna open up about the ups and downs of this season — the moments that make you laugh, cry, and sometimes both. Whether you’re sending your kids off to college, figuring out high school drama, or just trying to make it to Friday, you’ll find a little encouragement (and a lot of laughter) right here.

Because life in the middle isn’t easy… but it’s worth it.

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Episodes
  • Middle-Age Date Night
    Nov 3 2025

    🎙 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 dating changes after marriage and kids
    • Finding time (and energy) for each other
    • Funny and relatable date night fails
    • Why connection still matters in the middle years
    • “This or That: Date Night Edition” and a hilarious “Back in My Day” throwback

    Whether your idea of romance is a big night out or folding laundry together, this episode is all about keeping love alive — with laughter, grace, and maybe a little caffeine. ☕

    🎧 Listen or Watch Here:
    🍎 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-in-the-middle-podcast/id1845181509

    🎵 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/5E5kCZHxxyKBQi39b503A4?si=47b6b02a928a41f9

    📺 YouTube → https://youtube.com/@lifeinthemiddlepodcast10

    New episodes every Monday at 6AM CST!

    #LifeInTheMiddle #MarriagePodcast #DateNight #ChristianPodcast #MarriageAndFamily #FaithAndRealLife #NewEpisode

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    54 mins
  • Sports Parents Survival Guide
    Oct 27 2025

    🎙 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-life ups and downs of raising kids in sports — from archery tournaments and soccer games to finding balance between family, faith, and keeping your sanity.

    🎯 In this episode:

    • What it’s really like being a sports parent
    • How to survive the busy weekends and long tournaments
    • The lessons sports teach us (and our kids) about life and faith
    • Funny sideline stories and a “This or That” sports edition you’ll love
    • Our nostalgic “Back in My Day” segment — old-school sports vs. today’s world

    🎧 Listen or watch now:
    🍎 Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-in-the-middle-podcast/id1845181509

    🎵 Spotify → https://open.spotify.com/show/5E5kCZHxxyKBQi39b503A4?si=47b6b02a928a41f9

    📺 YouTube → https://youtube.com/@lifeinthemiddlepodcast10

    Whether you’re a proud sports parent, a sideline warrior, or just along for the ride — this episode is for you.

    #LifeInTheMiddle #SportsParent #ParentingPodcast #MarriageAndFamily #FaithAndRealLife #NewEpisode #ChristianPodcast

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • New Halls, New Chapters
    Oct 20 2025

    🎙 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 episode:

    • The emotional side of watching your kids grow up
    • Letting go (but not too much)
    • Funny and honest stories from both transitions
    • A “This or That” game all about school life
    • Our “Back in My Day” segment — how school used to be vs. now

    If you’re a parent navigating change, or just someone trying to figure out this middle season of life, this episode’s for you.

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    1 hr and 1 min
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