Middle Outcast
Middle Outcast is a podcast dedicated to bridging the divides in our society by fostering honest, meaningful dialogue. We go beyond surface-level pleasantries and memes to explore the ideas, values, and perspectives that shape our lives—socially, politically, and philosophically.
Inspired by the belief that the best answers often lie somewhere in the middle, we focus on connecting with people who think differently, creating a space for deep, thoughtful discussions without the noise of traditional media or combative debates.
Join us as we challenge assumptions, share stories, and discover what it means to find common ground in a world that feels increasingly polarized. It’s time for real talk.
- Update frequency
- every 24 days
- Average duration
- 98 minutes
- Episodes
- 5
- Years Active
- 2025
Smurfs, Tariffs, and Our Friend from Texas
📌 Our guest, Bobby Vickers joins the conversation at 1:37:27
We’re back after a long stretch. The last episode came out in March, and since then it’s been tough not only to stay consistent but to brin…
God, Guilt, and What the Hell Comes Next
In a world where religion has done as much harm as good, what does faith even mean anymore? In this episode, we talk with Tona Rowett and Michelle Scott-Huffman about what happens when belief gets me…
National Divorce: A Bad Idea, or Inevitable? | Elijah Haahr
In this episode of Middle Outcast, we talk with Elijah Haahr, former Speaker of the Missouri House of Representatives, about the shifting landscape of American politics. We discuss how long-form conv…
Who?
In this episode of Middle Outcast, we take a step back and introduce ourselves—Tom and Myke—and share the stories that shaped who we are today. From Myke's journey as a Midwest tinkerer turned commun…
New Year New Pod
In the inaugural episode of Middle Outcast, hosts Myke and Tom set the stage for their ambitious mission to foster real conversations in a fractured world. They discuss the challenges of polarization…