Best Eden Exchanges Podcasts (2025)

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Ep#319 Urban Clean's Next Frontier: Expanding into New Zealand (Ft. Damien Boehm, Urban Clean) 21:09

26d ago21:09

21:09

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Founder & CEO Raghu Rajakumar, spoke to Damien Boehm, the CEO of Urban Clean. Listen as they discuss Urban Clean's innovative approach to commercial cleaning has proven success in the Australian market and their subsequent decision to expand into New Zealand. Damien delves into how their established franchise model may …

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205 - Foreign Exchange (w/ Matthew Moy) 54:10

26d ago54:10

54:10

Today, we're joined by the hilarious and cute-as-a-button Matthew Moy, who played Takayuki in one of The Middle's best episodes, 205, "Foreign Exchange." After sharing his jaw-dropping story of having a stroke during his time on 2 Broke Girls, Matthew breaks down the episode with us, recalling being stranded on a boat with Neil Flynn, trying not to…

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209 - Thanksgiving II (w/ G. Charles Wright) 1:01:44

5d ago1:01:44

1:01:44

WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do…

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208 - Errand Boy (w/ Tim Hobert) 53:16

12d ago53:16

53:16

WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do…

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207 - A Birthday Story 50:58

19d ago50:58

50:58

WE HAVE MERCH! Get yours at: https://www.bonfire.com/middling! Whether you want the famed yellow Cross-Country hoodie, a crew-neck sweatshirt, or a t-shirt... we got you! They also come in a variety of colors and are so, so comfy. This merch a symbol of our shared love for the show and our podcast community. And we hope you love it as much as we do…

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602 - The Loneliest Locker 55:05

1M ago55:05

55:05

You asked for a detour from our usual chronological order, and here it is! We'll return to our Season 2 recaps next week, but today we're diving into a TENTPOLE Sue and Brad episode - 602, "The Loneliest Locker." It’s a personal favorite, and we’re sharing all the details of creating the performance, from the signature walk to the shaky choreograph…

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204 - The Quarry (w/ Greg Cipes) 55:58

1M ago55:58

55:58

We can honestly say: today's guest is one for the books! Greg Cipes (AKA Chuck from the quarry) is with us as we talk about 204, "The Quarry." His free spirit nature is palpable in every minute of this recap. We ask him about his illustrious voice acting career, he tells us about his childhood pet snake, and leaves us with a mantra. All while being…

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203 - The Diaper Incident (w/ Wendey Stanzler) 52:23

2M ago52:23

52:23

Lace up your tap shoes, we're recapping ep 203, "The Diaper Incident!" After a VERY important question from a listener who asked our Traitors and Survivor hot takes, we break down the episode with our director, Wendey Stanzler (Sex and the City, Glee, This is Us). Brock shares how he prepared a full tap routine and Wendey makes us belly laugh with …

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202 - Homecoming (w/ Werner Walian) 53:04

2M ago53:04

53:04

Use offer code MIDDLE50 when signing up to get 50% off your first month off a Patreon subscription! Now through March 7th! Patreon.com/MiddlingPod Eden's one-person show, "I Was On a Sitcom," is taping the show on March 9th in Los Angeles, and you can be in the audience! Use offer code SITCOM at EdenSherLive.com for buy-one-get-one tickets! Get our…

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201 - Back to School 53:46

2M ago53:46

53:46

Use offer code MIDDLE50 when signing up to get 50% off your first month off a Patreon subscription! Now through March 7th! Patreon.com/MiddlingPod Eden's one-person show, "I Was On a Sitcom," is taping the show on March 9th in Los Angeles, and you can be in the audience! Use offer code SITCOM at EdenSherLive.com for buy-one-get-one tickets! Today, …

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You Forgot the Blue Bag?! (w/ Eileen Heisler + DeAnn Heline) 8:08

2M ago8:08

8:08

Last, but definitely not least, we've got our Blue Bag Grab trivia with our show runners and creators, Eileen Heisler + DeAnn Heline!! They're forces of nature and their creativity and humor never ceases to amaze us. We can't wait to have them on again in the future! We'll next week -- Wednesday, February 26th with brand new recaps! Want extended e…

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You Forgot the Blue Bag?! (w/ Brock's Mom) 7:35

3M ago7:35

7:35

Knock, knock. So sorry to bother you. We're just dropping this off. It's the Blue Bag Grab trivia with Brock's Mom, Priscilla Ciarlelli. Enjoy! We'll see you on Wednesday, February 26th with brand new recaps! Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can subscribe monthly or purchase one off episodes! Wa…

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You Forgot the Blue Bag?! (w/ Julia Caston) 6:23

3M ago6:23

6:23

We ran to the drug store and got you a little sweet treat! Here it is. It's our Blue Bag Grab trivia with our costume designer, Julia Caston. No one put us at ease more than Julia when we were on set. If you haven't listened to her full interview, we couldn't recommend it enough. We'll see you on Wednesday, February 26th with brand new recaps! Want…

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Ep#317 Laying Down The Franchise Law (ft. Stewart Germann, Stewart Germann Law Office) 20:59

3M ago20:59

20:59

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Digital Marketing Specialist, Ben Madden, spoke to Stewart Germann, Partner at Stewart Germann Law Office.Listen as Stewart discusses how he got started in franchise law, how he became the only lawyer in New Zealand to be a Certified Franchise Executive, why franchisors and franchisees should speak to a franchise lawyer…

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You Forgot the Blue Bag?! (w/ G. Charles Wright) 10:20

3M ago10:20

10:20

Before we return with new, full episodes on Weds. February 26th, we're giving you something from the vaults of Patreon. It's the Blue Bag Grab trivia with our casting director, G. Charles Wright!! He's hilarious and he's got some wonderful stories to share. Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening at Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. You can s…

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Ep#316 Changing The Way Australians See Boxing Gyms (Ft. Darcy Ellis, Hitfit) 29:24

3M ago29:24

29:24

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Digital Marketing Specialist, Ben Madden, spoke to Darcy Ellis, Founder of Hitfit.Listen as Darcy discusses his family connection with boxing, how Hitfit is changing the perception of boxing gyms, how people from all walks of life have embraced Hitfit, the YouTubeification of boxing, and much more.Want to learn more? Yo…

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124 - Average Rules 56:37

3M ago56:37

56:37

Can you believe it? We cant! We've already made it to our season 1 finale! Today, we're talking about episode 124, "Average Rules." After a fabulous game of 'An Answer, Not a History,' we dive in. Lots of deleted scenes, every detail of Sue's heroic moment, and some wrap up questions from fans. Want extended episodes and video? That's all happening…

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123 - Signals (w/ Paul Hipp) 50:50

3M ago50:50

50:50

Los Angeles has been hit hard by wildfires this week, but we have a fantastic guest to lift our spirits! Paul Hipp, aka Reverend Tim Tom, joins us with his guitar (the one from the show!) to discuss episode 123, "Signals." He shares insights into writing Tim Tom's songs and his heartfelt relationship with Sue, all with the chaotic energy of Vicky L…

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Ep#315 How Franchising Is Powering The Solar Revolution (ft. Anthony Kurta, Solar Run) 22:07

3M ago22:07

22:07

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Digital Marketing Specialist, Ben Madden, spoke to Anthony Kurta, Director of Solar Run.Listen as Anthony discusses his journey with Solar Run, how Australia’s attitude towards solar has evolved, the opportunity Solar Run provides to franchisees, where he’s hoping to take Solar Run, and so much more.Want to learn more? …

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122 - Mother's Day 54:38

4M ago54:38

54:38

Season 1 is packed with iconic moments, and episode 122, "Mother's Day," is no exception. Today, Eden and Brock recap this infamous episode, featuring the inflatable foot bath! We also reached out to writer, Jana Hunter, who shares fun insights, including the inspiration behind Pat Spence and the idea for the horrific Mother's Day gift. Plus, we re…

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Ep#314 Turning Consultants Into Franchisees (ft. David Rounsevell, ERA Group) 21:51

4M ago21:51

21:51

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Digital Marketing Specialist, Ben Madden, spoke to David Rounsevell, Managing Director at ERA Group – Asia Pacific.Listen as David discusses his business background, how ERA Group’s franchising model has evolved over the years, how ERA Group helps clients, what ERA Group looks for in new franchisees, where ERA Group is …

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121 - Worry Duty 53:21

4M ago53:21

53:21

Brock's stomach is in knots. He's worried sick about getting replaced, but Eden assures him that will never happen. In today’s recap of episode 121, "Worry Duty," we dive into fun details: Eden shares the original shooting script, revealing cuts from the episode, we get our first look at the Friends Fountain, and discuss stunt doubles. Plus, we rea…

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120 - TV or Not TV (w/ Beau Wirick & John Gammon) 57:47

4M ago57:47

57:47

Regis and Kelly? No, Beau and Brock. This week, Eden's working on the other side of the world, so Beau Wirick (aka Sean Donahue) is filling in as co-host! And fellow Boss-Co founder and Sue's almost husband John Gammon (aka Darrin) helps us break down the episode. They share stories about Beau and John mistakenly having lunch on the wrong set, Atti…

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119 - The Final Four (w/ Alex Reid) 1:03:30

4M ago1:03:30

1:03:30

Today’s packed episode! Eden shares what's in her fanny pack, we read listener comments, and chat with our guest, Alex Reid (Malcolm in the Middle, Young Sheldon). A writer and director during our first two seasons of The Middle, Alex offers behind-the-scenes insights as we break down episode 119, "The Final Four." Want bonus content? Go to Patreon…

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Ep#313 The Accountant The Franchising Sector Needs (ft. Philip Morrison, Franchise Accountants) 17:36

4M ago17:36

17:36

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Digital Marketing Specialist, Ben Madden, spoke to Philip Morrison, who is the Director at Franchise Accountants.Listen as Philip discusses how Franchise Accountants got started, his journey into the franchise sector, how the New Zealand franchising sector’s evolved over the years, his advice for franchisees, and much m…

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Middling w/ Neil Flynn 56:56

5M ago56:56

56:56

He's tall, he's funny, he's offended Patricia Heaton was on the podcast before him. Please welcome Mike Heck himself, Neil Flynn! Eden and Brock sit down with your favorite TV dad to discuss his journey to LA, finding his place in the improv community, and his casting experience. Plus, Neil shares the times he had to stand up for Mike and push for …

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118 - The Fun House (w/ Brock's Mom) 58:09

5M ago58:09

58:09

Tears, passing out, and coming to. No, this isn't us talking about a wild night out at the club. Those are all things that happened to Brock's mom, Priscilla Ciarlelli, during her first table read. We're joined by Priscilla as she helps us break down episode 118, "The Fun House." Plus, Eden and Brock discuss unacceptable 'back of the plane' behavio…

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Ep #312 Re-Shaping The in-Home Care Industry (ft. Paul Godden, Simply Helping) 21:45

5M ago21:45

21:45

Today on Eden Exchanges, our CEO/Founder, Raghu Rajakumar, spoke to Paul Godden, who is the Franchise Manager of Simply Helping.Listen as Paul discusses Simply Helping’s market advantage with their NDIS-approved services, their phenomenal growth in the in-home care industry, and how they're well positioned for changes in the market. We'll also disc…

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117 - The Break Up 55:05

5M ago55:05

55:05

Get cozy, it's just us today! Today, we hit everything before we even get to the recap: 1st break ups, horrible Broadway audition stories, and Survivor. Then, we break down episode 117, "The Break Up." Eden sheds light on how her and Atticus' scenes were filmed, Brock fawns over the Mike and Axl 1-shot scene, and we both notice the intentional echo…

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Ep#311 Branching Out On The Gold Coast (ft. Shannon Stewart, Urban Clean Gold Coast) 21:41

5M ago21:41

21:41

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Client Operations Manager and Team Lead, Kirstie Dinning, spoke to Shannon Stewart, Regional Branch Owner of Urban Clean Gold Coast.Listen as Shannon discusses the Urban Clean offering, the opportunity that’s available in the market, why she joined Urban Clean, how Urban Clean supports new franchisees and much more.Want…

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116 - The Bee (w/ Aaron Branch) 54:21

5M ago54:21

54:21

We'll see you Sunday for our LIVE WATCH with Lyndon Smith who played Holly Haypek, Sue's roommate from hell! November 24th at a new time, 2pm EST / 5pm EST! Make sure you're signed up on Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. Lots of fun things going on today! Before we breakdown episode 116, "The Bee," Brock tells Eden about his time on Doctor Odyssey and Eden …

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115 - Valentine's Day (w/ Randy Ser) 1:02:10

6M ago1:02:10

1:02:10

Our next Live Watch is set for Sunday, November 24th at a new time! 2pm EST / 5pm EST! Today, we break down episode 115, "Valentine's Day," discussing the mysterious residents of our sound stages, the film icon Sue's eyeshadow reminded Brock of, and John Gammon's memorable debut as Darrin. (Hint: it's his hot, hot bod!) Plus, we chat with our produ…

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Ep#310 Undefeated In And Out Of The Ring (ft. Russell Harrison, Spartans Boxing Club) 34:33

6M ago34:33

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Today on Eden Exchanges, our Network and Partnerships Manager, Dru Naidoo, spoke to Russell Harrison, who is the CEO of Spartans Boxing Club.Listen as Russell discusses why he started Spartans Boxing Club, what makes Spartans Boxing Club stand out in the market, his favourite boxers, the power of boxing, creating an inviting atmosphere for potentia…

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114 - The Yelling 42:31

6M ago42:31

42:31

Frankie wanted to yell at the kids -- Brock wanted to yell at Kevin from Honda of Downtown Los Angeles. After a surprise cameo from Jeff Probst, courtesy of Brock’s shirt, we dive into episode 114, "The Yelling." Eden gives us some incredible insight to Chris Kattan's stunt double, they story of her baton getting stuck in the partition, and Brock p…

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113 - The Interview (w/ Ken Whittingham) 1:07:51

6M ago1:07:51

1:07:51

When was the last time you sat on the bathroom floor, watched The Middle on your phone, applied eyeliner, and had some Mommy and Me time -- all at the same time? For Eden, it was just 20 minutes ago. Today, we discuss episode 113, "The Interview," covering Sue's braces, Atticus' party trick that made it to screen, and whether Bob has a crush on Fra…

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112 - The Neighbor (w/ Blaine Saunders) 56:25

6M ago56:25

56:25

Our next live watch is THIS SUNDAY! We'll have costumes, trivia, and wigs. Oct. 27th @3pm PST / 6pm EST. Make sure you're signed up for the Ehlert's Exclusive Tier on Patreon.com/MiddlingPod to get access! This week, we get Eden's hot takes on all things pop culture. And you're gonna wanna hear what she thinks of Patti LuPone calling Madonna a movi…

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Ep#309 A Franchising Opportunity From Another Planet (ft. Wally Ibrahim, Planet Smoothie) 22:22

6M ago22:22

22:22

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Network and Partnerships Manager, Dru Naidoo, spoke to Wally Ibrahim, who is the CEO of Planet Smoothie Australia.Listen as Wally discusses the power of Planet Smoothie, Planet Smoothie’s place in the market, what life looks like running Planet Smoothie, what he looks for in new Planet Smoothie franchisees, and so much …

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Middling w/ Creators and Showrunners, Eileen Heisler + DeAnn Heline 46:45

6M ago46:45

46:45

They're smart. They're funny. They're basically married. This week, we pause our usual rewatch programming for an in-depth interview with Eileen Heisler and DeAnn Heline, the creators and showrunners of The Middle. Eileen and DeAnn share delicious details about the series, including lessons learned from the first unsuccessful pilot, their partnersh…

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111 - The Jeans (w/ Jana Hunter) 57:27

7M ago57:27

57:27

Starting next week, you can purchase individual episodes on Patreon for $3! If a monthly subscription doesn’t suit you at the moment, this lets you buy extended, one-off episodes. This feature launches Oct. 16th, 2024 on Patreon.com/MiddlingPod. Grab your favorite pair of well-worn jeans and press play! This week, Eden and Brock recap episode 111, …

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110 - Christmas (w/ Julia Caston) 49:58

7M ago49:58

49:58

Christmas has come early! Eden and Brock recap episode 110, “Christmas,” discussing how Brad’s storyline wraps up and then answer a fan question about how they spent their first Middle paycheck. And costume designer, Julia Caston, joins the chat. She shares behind-the-scenes insights on dressing your favorite family from Orson. All that and much mo…

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Ep#308 Barking Up The Right Franchising Tree (ft. Ryan Wimpey, Tip Top K9) 18:20

7M ago18:20

18:20

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Digital Marketing Specialist, Ben Madden, spoke to Ryan Wimpey, who is the owner of Tip Top K9.Listen as Ryan discusses his background in franchising, why he founded Tip Top K9, what the ideal Tip Top K9 franchisee looks like, how to train your dog, and so much more.Want to learn more? You can visit Tip Top K9's website…

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109 - Siblings (w/ Beau Wirick) 1:00:09

7M ago1:00:09

1:00:09

Our Live Watch Party with Daniela Bobadilla is THIS SUNDAY, Sept. 29th, 3pm PST / 6pm EST!! Eden and Brock share favorite sibling memories, from Parent Trap-style ear piercings to dressing up as Baby Spice. While discussing Episode 109, "Siblings," they uncover an Easter egg about the Wrestlerettes. Plus, they chat with Beau Wirick (Sean Donahue), …

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108 - Thanksgiving (w/ Vijal Patel) 1:03:09

7M ago1:03:09

1:03:09

Our next Live Watch Party is set for Sunday, September 29th with Daniela Bobadilla at 3pm PST / 6pm EST! Mark your calendars! Eden and Brock recap Brad's first episode, Thanksgiving. During their discussion, they talk about Brock's own personal coming out experience and how he relates it to Brad. Eden also lets the audience know which scene from th…

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Ep#307 Give Your Future The Seal Of Approval (ft. Anya Haywood & Adrian Warner, Seal-A-Fridge) 30:41

7M ago30:41

30:41

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Digital Marketing Specialist, Ben Madden, spoke to Anya Haywood and Adrian Warner, the owners of Seal-A-Fridge Australia and New Zealand.Listen as Anya and Adrian discuss how they got started with Seal-A-Fridge, why they chose to work with Eden Exchange, how Seal-A-Fridge stands out in the market, what they look for in …

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107 - The Scratch (w/ Vicki Lewis) 46:14

8M ago46:14

46:14

Our next Live Watch Party is set for Sunday, September 29th! Mark your calendars - more details to come! Today, Eden and Brock talk all about episode 107, The Scratch! They get into Bob and Ehlert's first solo-storyline, how this episode resonated with Eden's fear of being a good mom, and Brock's love of the hot cop with no lines. Plus, a wildly ch…

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Ep#306 Nurturing New Zealand Franchising (ft. Dr Callum Floyd, Franchize Consultants) 18:01

8M ago18:01

18:01

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Digital Marketing Specialist, Ben Madden, spoke to Dr Callum Floyd, who is the Managing Director of Franchize Consultants.Listen as Callum discusses his origins in franchising, his work with Franchize Consultants, the trajectory of New Zealand’s franchising sector, and so much more.Want to learn more? You can visit Fran…

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106 - The Front Door (w/ Joey Newman) 45:40

8M ago45:40

45:40

There's a lot of love in today's episode. Eden loves Zelda, and Brock loves Joey Newman. In our breakdown of 106, The Front Door, Eden and Brock share their thoughts on musical motifs, the evolution of Mike and Axl... and gaming? Joey Newman, the music composer, also offers unique insight on his addition to The Middle's comedy. Plus, instead of ans…

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Ep #305 Having A Ball At Work (ft. Yoann Le Corre, Monsterball) 16:30

8M ago16:30

16:30

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Client Operations Manager and Team Lead, Kirstie Dinning, spoke to Yoann Le Corre, who is the Senior Managing Director at Monsterball.Listen as Yoann discusses his background in franchising, how he got started with Monsterball, the benefits of becoming a Monsterball franchisee, the growth potential of Monsterball, and s…

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105 - The Block Party (w/ Jen Ray) 52:02

8M ago52:02

52:02

In today's episode, Eden doubles over in laugher as Brock dies from embarrassment as he recounts his audition for SNL. Additionally, a fan "pulls us in for a chat, babes" as they as ask what Eden and Brock's favorite TV shows are. But before all of this, there's a wonderful breakdown of "The Block Party" and a sparking conversation with Jen Ray, AK…

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Ep#304 Wrapping Up Multiple Franchise Locations (ft. Ranae Hammoud, LeWrap) 17:49

8M ago17:49

17:49

Today on Eden Exchanges, our Client Operations Manager and Team Lead, Kirstie Dinning, spoke to Ranae Hammoud from LeWrap.Listen as Ranae discusses the strength of LeWrap as a brand, how she got started with Le Wrap, the benefits of owning three franchise sites, the day-to-day life of a LeWrap franchisee, and so much more!Want to learn more? You ca…

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