Up The Middle, by Yergz Radio

Hang Together or Hang Separately: Inside the White House Media ListSpectacles in the CapitalThe host contrasts the financial struggles of everyday Americans with the lavish events taking place in Washington, D.C.Recent events include military parades and UFC fights hosted on the South Lawn of the White House.The upcoming INDYCAR Freedom 250 Grand Prix is taking over the streets of Washington, D.C..The host points out a mathematical oversight by the race organizers, noting that a 250-mile race on a 1.7-mile track down Pennsylvania Avenue actually requires 147 laps.The White House "Media Offenders" ListA new webpage on the official White House website categorizes various journalists and independent creators as "media offenders".Targeted political commentators include Brian Tyler Cohen and David Pakman, alongside a representative from Fox News.The host condemns this list as an authoritarian tactic to target critics, warning that it undermines press freedom and free speech.A Call for Media UnityThe host criticizes the administration's followers, associating the movement with Christian nationalism and white nationalism.He urges independent journalists and creators across the political spectrum to unite against these government actions.The segment closes with a warning inspired by Benjamin Franklin, reminding creators that they must all hang together or they will hang separately.Episode 187Date 260823.3 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

The Collapse of the Trade TalksBreaking down the failure of the US-Canada trade negotiations that collapsed on Friday after 11 hours of disagreements.Examining the White House's claim that Canada walked back its commitments versus Ottawa's stance that the US "asked for too much and offered too little."Sovereignty, Steel, and Hockey Sticks: Why the Canada Trade Talks CollapsedThe Three Unacceptable DemandsAuto Sector: The US push for restrictive auto sector terms.Sovereignty & Culture: Washington's request to alter policies regarding Canadian culture and sovereignty.Third-Party Trade: The Trump administration's demands to restrict Canada from making independent trade deals with other nations.The Tariffs and the RetaliationAn overview of the Trump administration levying 50% tariffs on 5% of Canadian exports (including beer, whiskey, hockey sticks, furniture, and building supplies).A look at the local impact: Why Jack Daniels is still missing from Canadian shelves.Prime Minister Mark Carney's statement that Canada was "attacked" and his announcement of dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs targeting US steel, dairy, appliances, and electronics, starting September 8th.The breakdown of the USMCA review process and what it means for the future of North American trade.Episode 186Date 260823.2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Jake Lang and The Minneapolis 11: Jake Lang, Mace, and City Hall ChaosMinneapolis City Hall ConfrontationA breakdown of the MPD incident action plan, including the barriers placed outside City Hall to separate opposing groups.Examining the initial spark: Two vehicles illegally driving onto the adjacent sidewalk at a slow speed toward the gathered crowd.The deployment of chemical irritants—addressing the MPD's claim of "mace" versus the reality of OC spray (and the "measurable snot" it causes).Vehicle 1 Arrests (Stopped by Minnesota State Patrol)The MN State Patrol traffic stop near Washington Avenue and Southbound I-35W.Eric Wayne Dawson (53): Arrested on probable cause riot.Stephen Edward Major (42): Arrested on probable cause riot.Matthew Pike Oduguwa (33): Arrested on probable cause riot (hospitalized and cleared for chest pain prior to booking).Vehicle 2 Arrests (Stopped by Bloomington Police)The Bloomington Police traffic stop near Lindau Lane and IKEA Way.Charles Oscar Miles Jr. (73): Arrested on probable cause riot.John William-Kei Irwin (32): Arrested on probable cause riot.Jayden Daniel Scott (23): Arrested on probable cause riot.Edward Jacob "Jake" Lang (31): Arrested on probable cause riot (hospitalized and cleared for an unrelated non-life-threatening injury prior to booking).Additional Arrests at City HallTanner Duncan (29): Arrested for disorderly conduct and obstructing legal process.William Nicholas Love (33): Arrested for assault.Matthew Norby (37): Arrested on probable cause riot (hospitalized and cleared for chest pain prior to booking).Lucas Kaducak (22): Arrested for disorderly conduct.Episode  185Date 260823.1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Profits and Partisanship: Calling Out the ExtremesIntroduction: 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 porn charges, emphasizing the contradiction with their public stances on family values and book bans.Vivek Ramaswamy’s Vaccine Payout: A breakdown of Ramaswamy’s biotech firm collecting a massive $950 million settlement from Moderna for COVID-19 vaccine technology, contrasting the profit with his public anti-vaccine rhetoric.Hunter Biden’s Defamation Victory: A brief overview of Hunter Biden securing a $1.7 million win in a defamation lawsuit against Patrick Byrne regarding false bribery allegations.A Warning From 2017: Yergz shares a personal anecdote from a 2017 inaugural ball where a political counterpart joked about a "third term," connecting this memory to current concerns over the firing of U.S. Election Commission members.Mastiff Media Announcements: An update on the network's expansion, teasing the launch of a brand-new Mastiff Media Morning Show starting August 3rd.Sign-Off & Outro: Yergz wraps up the broadcast with a reminder to stay positive, followed by a comedic audio montage.Episode 184Date 260712.6Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Gridlock & Gaps: McConnell's Absence, Graham's Passing, and the GOP Majority CrisisI. Show Introduction & MissionThe "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 evenings at 10:00 PM EST (available at mastiff.media/utm).II. The Central Medical Mystery: Mitch McConnellThe Timeline: Hospitalized in Washington D.C. since June 14th after a home emergency; not seen publicly since June 11th.The Narrative Gap:Official Stance: McConnell's office claims he is receiving excellent care, improving, and remains "fully engaged" with Senate business.The Reality on the Ground: Media-obtained dispatch audio reveals responders were called for an "unconscious person," with emergency personnel performing CPR for a patient in cardiac arrest. CNN footage showed him being wheeled out on a stretcher.Historical Context: This follows a string of health issues, including a severe 2023 concussion, freezing episodes, minor falls, and a recent hospitalization for flu-like symptoms.III. The Political Fallout & ReactionsThe lack of transparency has sparked intense reactions across the political spectrum.Gov. Andy Beshear (KY)Expressed public concern; called the persistent uncertainty "unfair to the state."Far-Right Activists (e.g., Laura Loomer)Accused GOP leadership of a massive cover-up, claiming without evidence that McConnell is "brain dead."Right-Wing Commentators (e.g., Glenn Beck)Demanded immediate truth and transparency regarding the Senator's actual condition.GOP Leadership (Sens. Thune & Barrasso)Attempted to quell rumors by stating they spoke with McConnell, claiming he was alert and tracking Senate business.Critics (e.g., Marjorie Taylor Greene)Dismissed leadership claims as "establishment spin" due to the lack of direct audio or video proof.IV. Breaking News: The Photo UpdateThe Source: Bradley Schlegel from Town and Country News (UPVnews.com).The Update: McConnell released a statement and a photo featuring his wife, former Labor Secretary Elaine Chao.Medical Clarification: Admitted after an unexplained fall, developed pneumonia in the hospital, and is currently in inpatient rehabilitation therapy.Host's Take: Yergz validates the audience's initial skepticism—noting the office's "secret squirrel stuff" didn't look good—but expresses genuine relief that the 84-year-old Senator is alive and recovering.V. The Legal & Geopolitical CrisisKentucky's Legal Firestorm: The state legislature stripped the governor's power to appoint a Senate replacement, a 2024 law that Gov. Beshear is likely to challenge in court.Senate Gridlock:The GOP's narrow 53-47 majority is in unprecedented jeopardy.With McConnell incapacitated and the sudden passing of Senator Lindsey Graham, the active Republican vote count drops from 53 to 51.This creates an immediate mathematical crisis for party-line votes and stalls critical spending bills in the evenly split Appropriations Committee.VI. OutroHost Yergz explains the podcast format (cut from a two-hour live show) and directs listeners to join the live broadcast on Sunday nights.Episode 183Date  260712.5Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Election Interference Reality Check: Florida Repubicans Face the MusicIntroduction to the ShowHost 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.The Core ScandalThree Florida Republican officials and a political consultant face charges related to an August 2024 primary election scheme.The group allegedly distributed tens of thousands of fake voter guides using unauthorized party branding to manipulate super voters.The accused orchestrated a secret envelope-stuffing operation to mask the origins of the deceptive mailers.The Accused and the ChargesSarah ArnoldSt. Johns County Commissioner (District 2)1st Degree Misdemeanor (Fake voter guide)2nd Degree Misdemeanor (Conspiracy)Christian WhitehurstSt. Johns County Commissioner (District 1)1st Degree Misdemeanor (Fake voter guide)2nd Degree Misdemeanor (Conspiracy)Dylan RumrellSt. Augustine Beach City Commissioner / Former Mayor1st Degree Misdemeanor (Fake voter guide)2nd Degree Misdemeanor (Conspiracy)Brianna JordanPolitical Campaign Consultant3rd Degree Felony (Tampering with physical evidence)Legal and Prosecutorial StrategyThe state attorney bypassed broader felony charges like grand theft in favor of tailored election integrity statutes.This strategic choice was strictly designed to prevent defense attorneys from getting the cases dismissed on statutory technicalities.The political consultant faces the most severe legal jeopardy due to allegedly ordering an intern to burn the remaining fraudulent guides in a backyard grill.Host CommentaryYergz draws on his 23 years in law enforcement to emphasize that investigations should prioritize truth over simply securing convictions.The episode contrasts widespread, evidence-free political projections about election fraud with the concrete reality of this specific local case.The host points out the irony of political figures committing the exact type of election interference their party often warns the public about.Outro and LogisticsA brief disclaimer explains the audio transition from a live radio broadcast to a segmented podcast feed format.Listeners are directed to the Mastiff Media website to catch future live broadcasts.Episode 182Date 260712.4Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

The Fall of Graham Platner:  Oyster Farmer to Outcast & The Death of Due ProcessShow IntroductionThe 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.Main Story: The Rise and Fall of Graham PlatnerThe Candidate: Graham Platner, an oyster farmer and Marine veteran, ran a successful anti-establishment, progressive populist campaign for the US Senate in Maine, initially defeating the establishment candidate.The Scandals: Platner's campaign quickly imploded after the primary win due to a series of escalating controversies, including deleted offensive tweets, a chest tattoo with Nazi connotations, and sending sexually explicit texts to multiple women shortly after his wedding.The Allegations: Two ex-girlfriends came forward with severe allegations, including physical abuse and sexual assault without consent.The Fallout: Institutional support completely collapsed. Major political figures rescinded their endorsements, prompting Platner to officially suspend his campaign and submit withdrawal paperwork.The Next Steps: The Maine Democratic Party now has a strict two-week window to host a nominating convention and select a replacement candidate to run against Senator Susan Collins.Host Commentary: The Court of Public OpinionPresumption of Innocence: Yergz questions the swift expulsion of Platner from the race before any formal due process or legal conviction took place.Political Hypocrisy: The host contrasts Platner's situation with other political figures—including an unnamed LA mayoral candidate and various Republicans—who face allegations or arrests but are treated differently by their respective parties.Cancel Culture Critique: Yergz expresses discomfort with forcing someone out of their career or campaign solely based on unproven allegations, emphasizing that "innocent until proven guilty" is a foundational right.Announcements & Sponsor BreaksEntitySegment DetailsBe Inspired PodcastA promo for a podcast hosted by Jane Stahl, recommended to listeners looking for inspiration.Host's Personal UpdateYergz announces a new full-time job working Thursday through Monday in the mobile department at a Best Buy in Wesley Chapel, Florida.Rad Rooster CoffeeAn ad for a veteran-owned coffee roasting company in Pennsylvania, offering free shipping on orders over $50 with a special hashtag.Colebrookdale RailroadA promo highlighting historic train excursions, dinner dates, and wine tastings in southeastern Pennsylvania.Jet TrendsA shoutout to a local Florida business specializing in jet ski maintenance and repair.Episode ConclusionFormat Explanation: Yergz explains to podcast listeners that the audio is cut from a longer, two-hour live radio broadcast.Segment Teaser: The host previews the next segment, which will cover the quarterfinals of the World Cup.Outro Audio: The episode closes with a classic radio bumper about why audiences tune in to controversial hosts just to "see what he'll say next."Episode 181Date 260712.3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

A Career of Contradictions: The Sudden Passing and Complex Legacy of Lindsey GrahamShow 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.Political Career Overview: A breakdown of Graham's decades-long tenure in the Senate, highlighting his hawkish foreign policy, influential committee roles, and conservative voting record on civil rights.The Trump Transformation: An examination of Graham's dramatic pivot from calling Donald Trump a "race-baiting, xenophobic, religious bigot" in 2015 to becoming one of his closest political allies.Polarized Public Reactions: The host reads a highly critical, explicit public statement from January 6th police officer Michael Fanone reacting to Graham's passing.Rumors and Hypocrisy: A candid discussion surrounding the persistent rumors about Graham's sexuality, contrasting his public denials with his consistent legislative record against LGBTQ+ rights.Podcast Outro: A standard sign-off explaining the abrupt ending due to radio formatting, along with details on how to listen to the full live broadcast.Episode 180Date 260712.2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up the Middle: Florida Corruption, World Cup Quarters, and Patriot HypocrisyI. Host Updates and Best Buy DepartureThe 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 services to vulnerable customers.II. Political News and DevelopmentsThe host discusses the sudden death of Lindsey Graham at the age of 71.Yergz mentions rumors that Mitch McConnell might be dead or incapacitated due to his prolonged absence from the public eye.Graham Platner in Maine is reported to be out of his position due to alleged sexual misconduct.Two St. Johns County Commissioners and one St. Augustine Beach Commissioner face campaign corruption charges from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement.III. World Cup QuarterfinalsFrance shut out Morocco with a score of 2-0 to advance in the tournament.Spain successfully edged out Belgium.The host notes that upcoming quarterfinal matchups include Argentina playing against England.IV. Viral Confrontations and Domestic ExtremismYergz analyzes a wintertime viral video from the Young Turks network featuring a driver yelling at people to "serve the Lord," noting the incident's implicit threats of violence and racist undertones.The host references the murder of Alex Pretty in Minneapolis.The episode covers a Colorado court case involving a domestic stalker who acted unprofessionally while representing herself.Yergz criticizes individuals in these videos and the January 6th rioters for falsely claiming the title of "patriots" while violating constitutional rights.V. Sponsorships and Network PlugsThe host promotes Momentum Fitness and Wellness, located on US 19 in Bayonet Point, Florida.Listeners are encouraged to visit Inn on the Gulf, a restaurant located on Clark Street in Hudson Beach, Florida.Yergz plugs the book Bear Fever: It's Catching, edited by Diane O'Sullivan.The broadcast concludes with an invitation to join the Mastiff Media network's expansion into talk radio.Episode 179Date  260712.1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

The Exhausted Majority: Finding Balance Outside the Echo ChamberI. Introduction to the ProgramThe 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 Eastern Time.II. The Current Political Media LandscapeYergz plans to record a future episode with Jane Stall, who currently avoids political news because of its chaotic nature.Fox News is heavily criticized by the host for acting as a platform for Donald Trump's lackeys.The host points out that conservative media figures have falsely labeled speeches at Mount Rushmore as socialist or communist.III. Advice for the Exhausted MajorityListeners are encouraged to avoid hostile Thanksgiving arguments and instead post positive, truthful, and cited content on social media.Yergz argues that it is vital to create a welcoming environment so tribal voters have a safe place to go if they choose to leave the MAGA movement.Because many Trump supporters resist admitting they are wrong due to personal pride, the host advises focusing on positive alternatives using concepts like Barack Obama's "Hope" slogan.IV. The Need for Balanced DiscoursePeople often tune into echo chambers created by Sean Hannity, Tucker Carlson, or Rachel Maddow simply to hear their own beliefs repeated back to them.True justice requires a balanced view of situations, which is why the statue of Madam Justice is depicted holding a scale while blindfolded.To ensure the audience is exposed to both sides of an argument, the host actively seeks to feature an opposing conservative viewpoint on the network.V. Network Announcements and PlugsThe Mastiff Media Morning Show will officially launch on Monday, August 3rd at 6 AM Eastern Time.The network plans to expand into AM and FM talk radio, referencing past broadcasts on WWPR 1490 in the South Tampa and Bradenton area.Yergz promotes several books during the broadcast, including Craig Cassie's "Lovecrafting" and Joseph Sul's "The Broken Mirror of Memory".Other promoted titles include Jeff Klein's "Beer with a Queer" and Phil Repko's "Homestretch".The host also highlights Bradley Schlegel's writing for Town and Country News.The episode concludes with a series of comedic audio snippets, including character impressions and classic sign-offs.Episode 178Date  260705.5Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Sunday School Snipers and Grand Jury SecretsShow IntroductionHost 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.The Vacation Bible School ControversyYergz analyzes video and audio from a summer church program for children that features a mock execution.Yergz describes a disturbing scene involving an unarmed black man being surrounded by armed individuals dressed as soldiers.Strong critique is directed at the adults for encouraging young children to chant violent phrases like "take him out, blow him up."Yergz questions the bizarre inclusion of a man in a full swamp camouflage "ghillie suit" and the necessity of carrying real firearms in a church setting.Grand Juries and Legal AccountabilityThe segment transitions into a legal lesson explaining the differences between grand juries, petit (trial) juries, and criminal complaints.A specific federal case in Chicago is highlighted, focusing on alleged prosecutorial misconduct by former federal prosecutor Sheri Mecklenburg.The host explains that charges in three cases were dropped due to Mecklenburg allegedly communicating with grand jurors outside of official, recorded proceedings.Yergz predicts that despite a second grand jury being convened, the legal system will likely protect its own, and the prosecutor will avoid significant consequences.Conclusion and OutroThe host shares final cynical thoughts on accountability within the criminal justice system.A standard pre-recorded outro explains that the podcast is pulled from a live two-hour Sunday night radio broadcast.Episode 177Date 260705.4Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Masks, Marches, and the Modern Clan: Calling Out Cowardice, Khakis and Confederate FlagsShow Introduction & MissionHost 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" MarchYergz describes a video/image of a white supremacist group marching.Critiques their uniform aesthetic (khakis/brown pants and blue polo shirts).Segment 2: Symbolism and Political ControversyDiscusses conservative commentator Benny Johnson flying the "Betsy Ross flag."Mentions the FBI's past classification of the flag as an extremist symbol and Senator Ted Cruz's pushback against that label.Argues that regardless of the original intent, groups marching alongside Confederate flags co-opt and change the meaning of these symbols.Segment 3: The D.C. Demonstration & CowardiceDetails the march happening in front of Union Station in Washington, D.C.Highlights a specific image of the masked marchers surrounding a Black man on a D.C. Metro train.Calls out the group's cowardice for covering their faces with masks and challenges them to march in a tougher environment, like Philadelphia, if they want real pushback.Segment 4: The Boyertown AnecdoteYergz shares a story from his time living in Boyertown, PA (noting Berks County's historical struggles with white supremacist groups).Recounts the irony of a Ku Klux Klan rally in the town square being protected by an all-Black detail of Pennsylvania State Troopers.Segment 5: Network Plugs and Local AdvertisementsTravis Evans: Recommends Evans' show for multi-racial support on the Mastiff Media network.Boyertown Bear Statues: Promotes the local art installation in Boyertown, PA, and the accompanying book, Bear Fever.Mastiff Media: A call-to-action for other podcasters and radio hosts to join the network.Momentum Fitness & Wellness: Local gym advertisement (Holiday, FL).Jet Trends: Jet ski repair and maintenance advertisement (Port Richey, FL).Episode OutroStandard network sign-off and transition to the next segment of the two-hour broadcast.Episode 176Date  260705.3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

30,573 Lies, the "Deep State" Delusion and Calling Out the MAGA MythShow Introduction & PremiseShow 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.II. Immigration Rights & AdvocacyIncident: A church volunteer in Pennsylvania encountered unmarked ICE vehicles outside a community food pantry.Resource Shared: The volunteer used paxis.app to access and share real-time legal guidance translated into Spanish.Legal Rights Highlighted: ICE requires a valid judicial warrant to enter private church spaces; staff and guests have the right to remain silent and do not have to answer questions about immigration status.Call to Action: Yurgs urges listeners to support, share, and donate to the app to protect immigrants.III. Corporate Price Fixing vs. Economic RealityThe Catalyst: A debate with the host's conservative former housekeeper, Lana.Corporate Greed: Yurgs shares findings from Senator Elizabeth Warren revealing that three major egg companies illegally fixed prices to $7 a dozen.Justice Department Criticism: The host criticizes the DOJ for giving these corporations a "slap on the wrist" fine equivalent to 0.001% of their profits.Personal Economy: Yurgs pushes back on the narrative of a failing economy, noting that during the Biden administration, he successfully paid bills, funded his retirement, and paid off two loans (including JetSkis).IV. Fact-Checking Donald TrumpThe Challenge: Lana demands proof that the former president is a liar.The Evidence: Yurgs cites the Washington Post fact-checking team (led by Glenn Kessler, Salvador Rizzo, and Meg Kelly).The Statistics:30,573 false or misleading claims over his four-year term.Average of 21 false claims per day overall, surging to 39 per day in his final year.A single-day peak of 503 false claims on November 2, 2020.V. Debunking the "Deep State" & Calling Out FascismDemand for Proof: Yurgs challenges the MAGA movement to provide concrete evidence of a "Deep State," arguing that the concept is used to excuse failed policies.Labeling Fascism: The host explicitly labels Trump a fascist, citing his rhetoric, use of private jets linked to countries that fund terrorism, and attacks on democratic institutions.Voter Suppression Concerns: Yurgs criticizes the "Save America Act" (and similar GOP legislation), warning that strict birth-certificate name-matching, ending early voting, and eliminating mail-in ballots are designed to suppress the vote.VI. Housekeeping, Life Updates, & SponsorsPersonal Update: Yurgs shares that he took a second job in 2026 working in the mobile department at Best Buy in Wesley Chapel, Florida.Sponsor 1: Rad Rooster Coffee Roasting Company (Boyertown, PA) – praised for its ethically harvested beans and current free-shipping promotion.Sponsor 2: The Colebrookdale Railroad (Boyertown, PA) – promoted for its historic, Civil War-era train excursions and events.VII. Outro & TeasersNext Segment Tease: Yurgs promises to return after the break with a breakdown of a bizarre "Vacation Bible School" church sermon involving poisonous snakes.Network Cross-Promotion: An audio bumper promotes other Mastiff Media Network podcasts, including Be Inspired and Both Sides Now.Episode 175Date 260705.2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Weekend Warriors: Breaking Down ICE's Tactical Failures in HarrisburgShow Introduction & Opening MonologueThe 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) and the lack of accountability regarding ICE's use of excessive force.Episode Teasers & Local NewsUpcoming Topics: A preview of discussions on freedom of religion failing as a business model, prosecutorial misconduct in the "Broadview 6" case, and Rachel Maddow’s perspective on Donald Trump.Florida News: A quick dive into a Gulfport, FL story sourced from the Pinellas Podcast, complete with a sarcastic jab at the frequent blaming of drag queens for societal issues.Main Segment: Tactical Breakdown of an ICE EncounterThe Incident: Play-by-play analysis of security camera footage from a traffic stop in Harrisburg, PA, involving a white SUV and unmarked ICE vehicles.The Critique: The host aggressively criticizes the ICE agents' tactical failures, specifically highlighting poor vehicle positioning, placing an agent in the "fatal funnel," and unnecessarily firing at a fleeing vehicle.The Double Standard: A deep dive into how standard law enforcement rules regarding fleeing felons and justified homicide seemingly do not apply to ICE agents, whom the host labels as untrained "weekend warriors."Sponsor Reads & Network PromosMastiff Media Network: Call to action to support the network, buy the book Bear Fever: It's Catching, and join the network's podcasting community.Local Sponsors: Endorsements for Momentum Fitness and Wellness on US 19 and the Inn on the Gulf on Clark Street.Show Wrap-UpPodcast Transition: The host explains the format shift for podcast listeners and signs off with a classic audio cue.Episode 174Date 260705.1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

The Price We Pay for Love: A Tribute to Matrix, Honoring the Pack and Looking Ahead to Morning RadioNOTE:  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 PremiseShow Mission: Explanation of the "Up the Middle" concept, focusing on bringing opposing viewpoints into the room to arm listeners with strong arguments.Host Introduction: Brief introduction of the host, Yurgs, and the show's live broadcast schedule.Dog Tributes and BirthdaysShady's Birthday: A shoutout to the host's current dog, Shady, turning three years old.The Pack: A brief tribute acknowledging the host's past dogs: Raquel, Anton, Moby, and Matrix.Matrix's Health and Daily CareThe Diagnosis: Recounting Matrix's diagnosis of megaesophagus at 9 months old.Feeding Routine: Detailed description of the intense daily routine required to feed Matrix upright on a stool for ten years to manage his condition.Ongoing Complications: Discussion of the constant risk of aspiration pneumonia and the eventual weakness in his hind legs.The Fainting Spell and Emergency SurgeryThe Fall: Description of Matrix's fainting spell and falling backward off his feeding stool due to age and deteriorating heart/lung conditions.Community Support: Acknowledgment of the door-to-door fundraising and community donations that covered the $10,000 emergency surgery, back when they lived in LA.The Procedure: Explanation of the successful surgery that secured his stomach to the abdominal cavity, preventing a fatal twist.Saying Goodbye to MatrixHis Passing: The announcement that Matrix passed away on Thursday the 18th after gaining ten extra years of life.Reflections on Grief: A poignant discussion on the nature of grief, referencing comedian Jimmy Carr's quote that "Grief is the price we pay for love."Future Announcements and RecommendationsNetwork Expansion: Announcement of the new Mastiff Media Morning Show launching on August 3rd, covering Florida markets from Tallahassee to Fort Myers.Book Recommendations: Plugs for Lovecrafting by Craig Cassady and The Broken Mirror of Memory by Joseph Sol.Show Shoutouts: Promotional mentions for comedian Jeff Klein's "Beer with a Queer" tour and Bradley Schlegel's local news contributions.Episode 173Date 260628.6Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

The Patriot Passport, the $250 Bill, and the Arc de TrumpShow IntroductionPodcast 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.The "Patriot Passport"Limited Edition Design: A new, limited-edition US passport commemorating America's 250th birthday.Visual Features: Includes a photo of Donald Trump, his signature, and the Declaration of Independence in the background.New Slogan: Features the phrase "Welcome but be good."Availability: A limited release starting in July that requires an in-person appointment at a passport agency in Washington, D.C.Presidential Commemorations & InitiativesThe $250 Bill: A new currency denomination intended for everyday use.Federal Imprints: Adding the President's name and likeness to federal buildings, websites, and documents.Currency and Coins: A new commemorative gold coin, along with plans to put Trump's signature on American bank notes.The "Arc de Trump" ProjectNew Monument: Plans to construct a massive triumphal arch in Washington, D.C., mirrored after the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.Renaming Efforts: Mentions of adding the President's name to the Kennedy Center.Fundraising and Homelessness: Selling the removed bricks from the project for $1,000 each, with proceeds going toward homelessness initiatives.Sponsor BreaksB Inspired Podcast: Promotion for Jane Stall's podcast, featured on Yurgz Radio.Verizon at Best Buy: The host's full-time mobile department role in Wesley Chapel, Florida.Rad Rooster Coffee Roasting Company: A Boyertown, Pennsylvania-based business offering ethically harvested coffee.Colebrookdale Railroad: Historic train rides and excursions operating in Southeastern Pennsylvania.Show OutroFormat Explanation: A disclaimer clarifying that podcast episodes are abruptly cut from a larger two-hour live radio show.Call to Action: Encouraging listeners to join the live broadcast Sunday nights on Mastiff Media.Episode 172Date 260628.5Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Surviving the Squeeze: Hurricane Recovery, Rising Taxes, and the Reality of Florida LivingShow IntroductionIntroduction 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.Hurricane Helene & Government SkepticismYurgz recounts the personal devastation and salvaged equipment following Hurricane Helene.Frustration with the federal government after being denied FEMA assistance three times across two administrations.A critical look at a personal interaction with Governor Ron DeSantis offering help in the driveway.The Financial SqueezeA transparent breakdown of Yurgz’s personal finances from October 2021 to the present.The harsh reality of how rising property taxes and insurance wiped out a $300–$500 monthly savings cushion.The necessity of taking out two $5,000 personal loans in 2025 and taking a retail job at Best Buy to stay afloat.Florida Tax Legislation BreakdownAnalysis of SB 4F and its measures to restrict local property tax hikes through strict voting thresholds.Overview of HB 1329, which mandates greater local budget transparency and online disclosures starting January of the upcoming year.The 2026 Property Tax AmendmentCommentary on a YouTube breakdown by "Florida Real Estate Insider" regarding the upcoming ballot measure.Explanation of the complex $250,000 deductible and how it interacts with assessed home values up to $200,000.A reality check on the myth of "tax-free" living, using a newly paved neighborhood sidewalk to explain why local taxes are necessary for community infrastructure.Outro & Sign-OffA brief explanation of the podcast's format as a chopped segment of the two-hour live radio show.Final call to action directing listeners to the live Sunday night broadcast.Episode 171Date 260628.4Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Breaking the Tribal Trance: Creating Safe Spaces for Political DefectionIntroduction and Show PremiseWelcome 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.Deconstructing MAGA and TribalismAnalysis of interview clips discussing the MAGA movement's cult-like dynamics.The human need for community and the fear of becoming a "lone wolf."The necessity of creating safe, welcoming political spaces for individuals looking to leave the MAGA movement.Commentary on the normalization and acceptance of hate within extremist political factions.The Role of Pride and Education in PoliticsReferencing David Beckmeyer (Outrage Overload) and the debate over who needs political "rescuing."Countering the narrative that only uneducated or blue-collar workers are susceptible to political manipulation.Examining how pride prevents highly educated individuals from admitting they have been fooled or lied to.The psychological difficulty of acknowledging personal political mistakes.Leadership, Accountability, and DiscourseCriticism of political leadership refusing to accept defeat or take accountability.Discussion of JD Vance potentially being positioned as a scapegoat for future political failures.A call to remove the "blood sport" mentality from modern politics.Advocating for a return to civil discourse, compromise, and intelligent conversation.Commercial Breaks and Network PromotionsPromotional spot for the book Bear Fever: It's Catching by Diana O'Sullivan.Advertisement for Mastiff Media network, encouraging creators to join and businesses to purchase ad space.Advertisement for Momentum Fitness and Wellness, highlighting their equipment and training facilities.Outro and Show NotesExplanation of how the podcast format is adapted from the two-hour live radio broadcast.Final call to action directing listeners to the show's website and live stream schedule.Episode 170 Date  260628.3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

State Secrets vs. State Terrorism: Analyzing the Israel-Iran ConflictI. 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 Details: It originates as a two-hour live radio show airing Sunday evenings at 10:00 PM Eastern on mastiff.media/UTM.II. Segment 1: Identifying HypocrisyMain Theme: The episode’s core learning opportunity focuses on hypocrisy, primarily within the Middle East.Domestic Comparisons: Yurgs briefly touches on domestic political hypocrisy, referencing ongoing unfounded claims of election fraud and recent allegations by Elon Musk's ex-wife regarding tech companies rigging the 2024 election.III. Segment 2: The Israel-Iran Nuclear DebateGuest Clip: The host plays an interview between journalist Mehdi Hasan and Israeli diplomat Danny Ayalon.The Double Standard: Hasan presses Ayalon on Israel's hypocrisy in lecturing Iran about nuclear weapons while Israel maintains a secret, unacknowledged nuclear arsenal and refuses to submit to International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) safeguards.The Rebuttal: Ayalon deflects the hypocrisy accusation by citing 16 United Nations Security Council resolutions against Iran and highlighting Iran's history of attacking neighboring countries.IV. Segment 3: Host Commentary & Professional InsightAcknowledging Iran's Role: Yurgs makes it clear that Iran is a state sponsor of terrorism and not an innocent actor in the region.Nuclear Nuance: He breaks down the vast difference between enriching uranium for nuclear energy (referencing the potential dangers seen at Chernobyl and Three Mile Island) versus enriching it to create nuclear weapons.Critiquing Israel: The host heavily criticizes the Israeli government (specifically the Netanyahu administration) for its lack of transparency and double standards regarding its own nuclear capabilities.Professional Background: Yurgs draws upon his 21 years of experience handling classified data in the federal government to emphasize the difference between keeping legitimate state secrets and engaging in blatant hypocrisy.V. Commercial Break & Sponsor PlacementsPodcast Promos: Be Inspired and Both Sides Now.Local Businesses:Best Buy (Wesley Chapel mobile department).Rad Rooster Coffee Roasting Company (Boyertown, PA).Colebrookdale Railroad (Southeastern PA).Jet Trends (New Port Richey, FL).VI. ConclusionFormatting Note: The host explains that podcast episodes are abruptly cut from the live two-hour radio broadcast, accounting for sudden transitions at the end of segments.Episode 169Date  260628.2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Protecting the Community: ICE Trackers, Historical Propaganda, and MAGA AdmissionsShow IntroductionPurpose: 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.Host's Personal UpdatesCareer Transition: Yurgs announces his resignation from Best Buy (last day July 25th) to escape a grueling commute and prep for a new morning show in August.Life Update: A brief, candid mention of living in a construction zone due to home flooding and ongoing rebuilding.News and Episode TeasersPolitical Commentary: Teasing discussions on Middle East hypocrisy, former MAGA members calling the movement a cult, and Governor DeSantis's new property tax laws.Trump Antics: Mentioning Donald Trump unveiling his own limited-edition passport.Personal Tribute: Honoring the passing of Matrix the mastiff.Main Segment: Community Defense and ICE TrackingTool Introduction: Highlighting the website iceinmyarea.org as a resource to track and report ICE checkpoints, raids, and detainments.Call to Action: Urging listeners to report ICE activity anonymously to protect immigrants and people of color.Site Features: Explaining the availability of an immigration attorney directory, detention facility maps, legal aid hotlines, and a Spanish translation toggle.Historical Context: Comparing the current political climate to an old military anti-propaganda film warning against prejudice and fascist behavior.Sponsor BreaksBear Fever: Promoting a book detailing the history and creation of Boyertown, Pennsylvania's bear statues.Mastiff Media: Encouraging progressive, sports, and news podcasters to join the expanding talk radio network.Momentum Fitness and Wellness: Advertising a heavily equipped gym in Bayonet Point.Inn on the Gulf: Recommending a waterfront restaurant located in Hudson Beach.OutroPodcast Transition: A quick sign-off explaining that the abrupt ending is just a transition artifact from cutting a live two-hour radio broadcast into podcast segments.Episode 168Date 260528.1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

A Tale of Two Americas: From Base Outbreaks to Presidential LibrariesI. IntroductionShow 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.II. Segment 1: Military Vaccine Mandates & The Cost of EgoThe Incident: Over 160 troops contracted the flu at Lackland Air Force Base in Texas.The Cause: Host attributes the outbreak to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth lifting the mandatory vaccine order for service members.The Commentary: Yurgz argues that removing a proven, successful preventive measure like vaccines inevitably leads to illness, questioning the administration's competence and accusing them of putting ego ahead of science and readiness.III. Segment 2: Presidential Optics & Government SpinThe Video: Discussion of a clip showing President Biden sleeping on the beach.The Critique: The host sharply criticizes government websites and officials for attempting to spin or excuse the footage, arguing that blatantly lying to the public about an 80-year-old man taking a nap damages credibility.IV. Segment 3: The Purge of Vice Admiral Nancy LacoreCareer Background: Details the impressive 35-year military career of Nancy Lacore, a 3-star Vice Admiral who commanded 60,000 sailors in the Navy Reserve.Removal from Command: Discusses her sudden removal in August 2025 as part of a Pentagon "purge" led by Secretary Hegseth.Transition to Politics: Highlights Lacore’s January 2026 announcement to run for Congress as a Democrat in South Carolina. Yurgz champions her as an inspiring example of a true leader fighting back against unfair setbacks.V. Sponsor Breaks & Local HistoryRad Rooster Coffee: Promo for the Rad Rooster Coffee Roasting Company in Boyertown, PA, highlighting its veteran ownership, ethically harvested beans, and free shipping on bulk orders.Colebrookdale Railroad: Promo for historic train rides connecting Boyertown and Pottstown, PA, offering family events, dinner dates, and wine tastings.VI. Segment 4: "From the Heart" – A Tale of Two AmericasThe Obama Presidential Library: Celebrates the June 19th (Juneteenth) opening of the Obama Presidential Library, highlighting the positive atmosphere and appearances by Bruce Springsteen, Stevie Wonder, and John Legend.The Contrast: Yurgz contrasts this unifying celebration of "good America" with the division, bigotry, and "white trash racist" rhetoric he associates with Donald Trump and the MAGA movement.VII. Conclusion & OutroCall to Action: Encourages listeners to bookmark, subscribe, and share the show to help grow the audience.Sign-off: The episode closes out with a montage of classic comedy audio clips (including SNL's "Coffee Talk").Episode 167Date / Episode 260621.5Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Stalled Talks and Tungsten Deals: Exposing Political HypocrisyI. Show IntroductionMission 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.media/utm).II. Sponsor & Station PromosBe Inspired Podcast hosted by Jane Stall.Mastiff Media / Best Buy & Verizon (Wesley Chapel, FL location).Rad Rooster Coffee Roasting Company (radroostercoffee.com).Colebrookdale Railroad (colebrookdalerailroad.com).III. Segment 1: US–Iran Peace Talks StalledCurrent News Update: Addressing co-worker rumors vs. live news reporting.High-stakes peace talks in Switzerland between the US and Iran face severe setbacks and are currently stalled.Contributing factors: Escalated fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, an Iranian delegation walkout, and renewed military threats from Donald Trump.Host Analysis:Criticism of Trump’s foreign policy approach and historical willingness to consider nuclear options.Discussion on the distinctions between nuclear energy enrichment vs. nuclear weapon capabilities regarding Iran.IV. Sponsor BreakJet Trends – Jet Ski & Jet Boat Maintenance (New Port Richey, FL).V. Segment 2: Political Corruption & Accountability (Featured Speech: Jon Ossoff)Audio Clip Coverage: Senator Jon Ossoff addressing alleged corruption and grifting within the Trump administration.Kazakhstan Mining Rights: Allegations involving a Kazakhstan tungsten mining deal, stakes granted to Eric and Don Jr., and $1.6 billion in US taxpayer funding for the project.Host Commentary & Comparison:Evaluating claims of "royal treatment" and nepotism in political families.Comparing the Kazakhstan deal coverage to the media and political scrutiny surrounding Hunter Biden's board position in Ukraine.Critique of the business track records of political figures and the perception of corporate ethics in politics.VI. Show Sign-Off & Outro ClipHost Wrap-Up: Reaching midnight; closing out the show.Outro Audio: Saturday Night Live "Coffee Talk" sketch soundbite featuring Mike Myers (Linda Richman), Jane Curtin, and Barbra Streisand ("Like butter!").Episode 166 Date/Episode  260621.4Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Beyond the Rhetoric: Decoding the Iran Deal, Foreign Policy, and Political TheaterI. Introduction & Station IdentificationShow 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 Building & Network Expansion:Reminder to bookmark, subscribe, like, and share.Announcement of upcoming expansion to 6 days a week (including a new morning show from 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM EST on Mastiff Media).Future scheduling shift to 7:00 PM EST on Sunday following David and Lisa Beckmeyer.II. Segment 1: Analysis of President Trump & the Iran DealMedia Review: Discussion of a New York Times clip regarding President Trump’s statements on the Iran nuclear deal compared to President Obama’s 2015 deal.Fact-Checking the $1.7 Billion Settlement: Clarifying that the funds returned to Iran in 2016 were a refund for military equipment purchased prior to the 1979 revolution that was never delivered.Body Language & "Tells":Analysis of Trump’s facial expressions and body language during press exchanges.Host shares personal insights on reading body language and identifying when statements lack accuracy.Perspectives on Foreign Policy & Military Bases: Discussion surrounding the status of US military bases in the region and the realities of conflict with Iran.III. Segment 2: Satirical Commentary on the Gulf ConflictFeatured Clip: Review of a satirical commentary piece by British journalist/comedian Jonathan Pie (jonathanpie.com).Breakdown of the Commentary:Satirical timeline of escalation and victory claims.Critique of foreign policy, diplomatic messaging, and social media posts.Reference to financial speculations and market trades preceding major announcements.Host's Reflection on Political Movements:An open invitation to MAGA/independent listeners to engage in constructive dialogue without name-calling.Discussion on the nature of political leadership, personal faith versus political rhetoric, and the importance of critical analysis over partisan allegiance.IV. Conclusion & OutroClosing Thoughts: Brief commentary on media coverage, political theater, and lighthearted closing pop-culture references.Episode 165 Date 260621.3Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Huddled Masses and Heavy Policing: World Cup Controversies and the American DreamI. Show Introduction & SponsorshipShow Opening: Host "Yergs" introduces Up the Middle, framing it as a platform for common-sense discussions, testing opposing viewpoints, and targeting independent/swing voters.Broadcast Information: Details on the two-hour live radio show airing Sunday evenings at 10 PM Eastern on mastiff.media/UTM.Local Sponsor Highlight: Endorsement of "Inn on the Gulf" restaurant in Hudson Beach, FL.Highlights the menu, views, and specific rum recommendation (Ron Zacapa).II. World Cup Border & Security ControversiesControversy Overview: Critique of U.S. border enforcement and security measures targeting international teams and attendees during the U.S.-hosted World Cup.Key Incidents Cited:Uruguay National Team: Pulled over on the side of the road for a K-9 drug search prior to reaching their hotel.Iraqi Delegation: Striker Amen Hussein detained for nearly seven hours at Chicago O'Hare; photography staff member denied entry.Travel Restrictions: Officials from nations under travel bans (e.g., Haiti, Iran, Senegal, Ivory Coast) facing entry denials.Public & International Backlash:Contrast between rigid U.S. law enforcement actions and constructive actions of international visitors (e.g., Japanese fans cleaning stadiums).Reactions from sports bloggers and social media (referencing an Occupy Democrats post) calling out perceived racial profiling and missed opportunities for global unity.III. The Changing American IdeologyViral Media Analysis: Discussion of a clip featuring a law enforcement official criticizing undocumented immigrants.The "American Dream" Contradiction:The official’s descriptions inadvertent similarity to Emma Lazarus's poem The New Colossus ("Give me your tired, your poor, your huddled masses...").Yergs highlights the irony of anti-immigration rhetoric inadvertently describing the foundational ideals on the Statue of Liberty.Shifting Political Positions:Reflection on how conservative attitudes toward immigration have evolved over time.Contrast between modern hardline policy and historical Republican stances (referencing the open-border perspectives of Ronald Reagan and George H.W. Bush in earlier primary debates).Economic Ironies: Brief commentary on high-profile immigrants (e.g., Elon Musk) utilizing American systems to build massive wealth while avoiding similar scrutiny.IV. Segment Wrap-Up & Commercial BreakClosing Thoughts: Tease for the upcoming discussion on Iran.Sponsorship Network Ads: Promos for Be Inspired podcast, Best Buy / Verizon promotions, Red Rooster Coffee Roasting Company, and Colebrookdale Railroad.Episode 164 Date 260621.2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Baton Escalation & Open Zippers: Inside a Disastrous ICE EncounterOpening & Network AnnouncementsIntro & Greetings: Host welcomes listeners, acknowledges Father's Day, and shares personal updates (calls with family, working at Best Buy).Major Announcement: Up The Middle returns to a 5-day-a-week format as the "Mastiff Media Morning Show" (airs 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM / 10:00 AM).Schedule Adjustment: Sunday night show moving to 8:30 PM EST to follow David Beckmeyer's This Week in Outrage.II. Video Critique: ICE Enforcement Incident (Illinois)Context: Analyzing video footage of immigration/federal law enforcement agents executing an arrest.Critique of Agent Tactics & Legality:Agents threatening to break car windows without clear, articulated cause or presenting a warrant.Lack of justification for excessive force against non-violent, non-resisting individuals.Host contrasts the agents' behavior with lawful procedures, proper tactical training, and constitutional rights (1st Amendment).Tactical & Safety Failures:Agents losing situational awareness and turning their backs on the surrounding crowd.Allowing bystanders/bystander camerawork to enter the inner security perimeter.Mismanaging crowd escalation by drawing batons rather than maintaining professional presence.Unprofessional conduct (e.g., agent failing to notice his fly was open while being mocked by a bystander).III. Call to Action & Commercial BreakAudience Call to Action: Urges citizens to hold federal law enforcement accountable by contacting representatives and demanding professionalism.Mid-roll Sponsorship & Station Identifications:Bear Fever: It's Catching (Boyertown Art/Mastiff Media)Mastiff Media Network (Join/Syndication pitch)Momentum Fitness & Wellness (Bayonet Point, FL)IV. Teaser for Next SegmentUpcoming Topic: Further critique of ICE operations during international events (World Cup) and how VIP/foreign guests are treated.Episode 163Date 260621.1Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

"Don't Be a Sucker" - Applying History to the Modern MAGA MovementA Call to Action Against Division, Bigotry and Political CultsEpisode: 162Date: 260614.3I. Sports & Health UpdatesYergz casually predicts the Carolina Hurricanes will win the Stanley Cup.He mentions Mitch McConnell's recent hospitalization and comments on Donald Trump's appearance at a UFC event, criticizing the "blinding" presence of his plane.II. The Importance of Historical ContextYergz praises a recent video by Robert Reich, former Secretary of Labor, which draws parallels between current political rhetoric and past historical events.He emphasizes the importance of looking back at history, specifically the 1940s and 1950s, to understand the dangers of fascism.III. A Message from 1947: "Don't Be a Sucker"Yergz plays a significant portion of the 1947 anti-fascist short film, "Don't Be a Sucker," produced by the U.S. Department of War.The clip highlights the dangers of prejudice, division, and the slow erosion of rights, warning against groups that seek to divide Americans.Yergz pauses the clip to emphasize the phrase "American American" and challenges the audience to define what that actually means, noting that the only true Americans are Native Americans.IV. The Threat of Fascism and the MAGA MovementYergz resumes the clip, which details the historical rise of Nazi Germany and how Hitler used "practical weapons" to divide the nation.He compares the rhetoric in the 1947 film to the current political climate, directly accusing the MAGA movement and Donald Trump of using fascist tactics.He calls out politicians like Ted Cruz, referencing a specific instance where Cruz refused to stand up to Trump after Trump insulted his wife.V. The Call to Action: Stand TogetherYergz passionately argues that the true "enemy" is not the opposing political party or different demographic groups, but rather the politicians and individuals who try to divide the country.He reiterates that "MAGA" is not a political movement, but a cult, and that its actions are not conservative, Christian, or patriotic.He challenges listeners to speak up, use their platforms, and fight against bigotry and division.VI. Personal Updates & OutroYergz provides a brief update on Matrix, mentioning that he has been struggling but is resting.He announces he will be taking the next few days off to care for Matrix.He wishes his mother a happy 75th birthday.The segment ends with plugs for his affiliated creators, including Jeff Klein, Bradley Schlegel, and Phil Repko, before the show's outro audio plays.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Left-Wing Lunacy: Evaluating the Government's War on Free PressEpisode 159Episode Date: 260607.4Intro and Media DiscrepanciesHigh-energy opening and the "Up the Middle" theme song.Host Yergz walks through varying media descriptions of an incident at Delany Hall, comparing headlines from Fox News, Mother Jones, The New York Times, and the Daily Targum.Reflections on mainstream media honesty, citing the firing of Scott Pelley from 60 Minutes and bias on CBS.White House Website & Enmity ListsYergz highlights independent journalists Brian Tyler Cohen and David Pakman being targeted on an official government portal.Pulling up a live section of whitehouse.gov titled "Media Offenders," detailing the official administration's attack on CNN anchors Jonathan Reiner and Kate Baldwin under the category of "Left-Wing Lunacy."The "Save America Act" & Voter Suppression AnalysisDebunking the language of the "Save America Act" regarding proof of citizenship.Explaining the constitutional framework where voter qualification methods (early voting and mail-in voting) fall strictly under state, not federal, authority.Pointing out the hypocrisy of Trump utilizing mail-in voting himself while simultaneously attempting to ban it federally.Commercial BlockPublic interest ad for Bear Fever: It's Catching (Chapter 1 by Diane O'Sullivan).Network invitation for content creators to join talk radio at Mastiff Media.Promotional read for Momentum Fitness and Wellness located on US-19 in Florida.Jet Trends Feature & Wrap-upReviewing mechanical services at Jet Trends in New Port Richey, Florida.Closing standard disclaimer about the podcast architecture being sourced from his live weekly two-hour broadcast, directing viewers to 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.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up the Middle: Enmeshed: Section 224 and Netanyahu's Long War with IranEpisode 158Episode Date 260607.3Episode OverviewEpisode BreakdownHost Commentary: Military DifferencesTopic Introduction: The host mentions that Thomas Massie will be discussed further later in the hour.Mandatory Service: The host highlights a major difference between the US and Israeli militaries: Israeli citizens are legally required to serve in the military.Political Commentary: The host claims that during "Trump 1.0", there was an attempt to bring back the military draft to create large armies at his disposal as the "President of Peace."Audio Clip: Representative Thomas MassieNDAA Legislation: Republican Representative Thomas Massie (4th Congressional District of Kentucky) discusses Section 224 of the NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act).Military Synchronization: Rep. Massie warns that this section intends to synchronize and enmesh the IDF with the US military, combining technology and supply chains.National Security Concerns: Rep. Massie argues this creates an asymmetric relationship that compromises US national security and obligates the US to defend Israel at any cost.Host Commentary: Geopolitics and HistoryTechnical Difficulties: The host briefly expresses frustration with Facebook streaming issues when using Chrome.Middle East Tensions: The host voices outrage over the NDAA provision and states that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has wanted a war with Iran since before the Bush 43 administration.Past Administrations: He notes that Presidents Bush, Obama, Trump, and Biden managed the relationship without giving Netanyahu everything he wanted regarding Iran.Embassy Laws & Hostage Crisis: The host explains international embassy laws (an embassy is considered sovereign soil) and references the 1979 Iranian Hostage Crisis—and the movie Argo—as an example of this law being violated.Reagan Allegations: The host claims that Republican presidential candidate Ronald Reagan negotiated to delay the release of the hostages to sabotage Jimmy Carter's re-election.Commercial BreakBe Inspired Podcast: Promotes the Be Inspired podcast hosted by Jane Stall, a retired English teacher who also co-hosts Both Sides Now on Yirgs Radio.Best Buy Mobile: The host (Yirgs) advertises his full-time job at the Best Buy mobile department in Wesley Chapel, Florida, where he partners with Verizon from Thursday through Monday.Rad Rooster Coffee: Advertises Rad Rooster Coffee Roasting Company from Boyertown, Pennsylvania, owned by Cory and Lindsay Mason, offering ethically harvested beans and free shipping on orders over $50.Colebrookdale Railroad: Promotes historical, civil war-era train rides and first-class service in Southeastern Pennsylvania, connecting Boyertown and Pottstown.Outro & Show InformationCall to Action: Yirgs asks the audience to like, share, subscribe, and bookmark the show.Show Format Disclaimer: He explains that the podcast episodes are abruptly cut excerpts from his two-hour weekly live radio show.Live Broadcast Info: Listeners are invited to tune into the live broadcast of Up the Middle on Sunday evenings at 10:00 PM Eastern at 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.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

ICE Operations in NJ: The Hidden Truth About Delany HallIntro SegmentShow opening theme track and intro music.Host Yergz opens the segment by highlighting an upcoming investigation into ICE operations.ICE Facilities & The New Jersey Budget PivotYergz addresses "Delany Hall" in New Jersey as a facility being utilized by ICE as what he terms a concentration camp.Discussion of a $12 million funding boost announced by Governor Murphy for the Detention Deportation Defense Initiative (DDDI).Yergz offers a harsh critique of ICE personnel, arguing their methods do not align with traditional federal law enforcement standards based on his 21-year tenure as a federal agent.The History of DHS & Federal Law Enforcement AgenciesA deep-dive into the organizational transition from the Department of the Treasury to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) under the Bush administration.How the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) and U.S. Customs merged to create modern-day ICE.Yergz recounts his personal history in the Secret Service and details high-profile legal scandals involving ICE contractors and prison guards.Commercial Break BlockJane Stahl plug for the Be Inspired and Both Sides Now podcasts.Yergz promotes his personal schedule at Best Buy mobile in Wesley Chapel.Ad copy for Rad Rooster Coffee Roasting Company (Boyertown, PA) and the historical Colebrookdale Railroad excursions.Moms for Liberty and the San Diego Library Ransom ScandalA transition into Pride Month discussions, looking back at a scandal where "Moms for Liberty" checked out all LGBTQ+ literature from a San Diego library and held them for "ransom."How the community out-funded the censorship attempt, resulting in $30,000 for new books.Yergz analyzes "Moms for Liberty" and links their playbook to the Christian nationalism policies of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis.Disney Pride & Jet Trends Maintenance SpotlightReflections on "Disney Pride" week in Orlando and how the gay community historically takes over the theme parks.A rapid local business spotlight on Jet Trends on US-19 in New Port Richie for specialized watercraft maintenance.Outro SegmentStandard disclaimer regarding show segments being cut straight from the longer, live weekly broadcast.Livestream schedule details for tuning in Sundays at 10 PM Eastern.Episode Date: 260607.2Episode: 157Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Blame it on the Rain: Trump’s Interview Walkout and the Milli Vanilli DefenseMonologue Part 1Host Yergz addresses his tardiness, technical issues with TikTok, and challenges MAGA supporters to justify their allegiance.Monologue Part 2Yergz compares Trump's walkout during a Meet the Press interview to the disgraced lip-sync duo Milli Vanilli, specifically referencing the song "Blame it on the Rain."Audio Clip / CommentaryAudio of Milli Vanilli's "Blame it on the Rain," followed by Yergz commenting on the duo's downfall and comparing lip-syncing to modern pop stars like Britney Spears.Monologue Part 3Yergz pivots to election fraud investigations in the California primary and points out that Rep. Thomas Massie was recently defeated via mail-in ballots.Audio Clip: CNN / NBCA CNN broadcast covering Trump's abrupt walkout during an interview with NBC's Kristen Welker, featuring fact-checking from Daniel Dale.Commercial BreakPromos for the Bear Fever book, Mastiff Media, Momentum Fitness & Wellness, and Inn on the Gulf.OutroShow wrap-up and live broadcast schedule.Episode Date:260607.1Episode 156Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Roger Stone Friday DinnerIn this segment, Yergz talks about a special dinner by the Pasco County Republicans, held in the honor of Roger Stone, Trump henchman.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : LGBT SuccessesIn this episode, Yergz compares the accomplishment of Jen Pawol, to those of male cheerleaders in the NFL.Yergz looks at various NFL players that were supportive of gay players.Yergz takes a look at the upcoming AHL season for north American hockey's first out gay hockey player, Luke Prokop, of the Bakersfield Condors.Episode 250813.2Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : An Open Letter to Independent JournalistsIn this episode, Yergz shares an email by Ben Meiselas, of The Meidas Touch Network, that Ben wrote to his audience. Yergz responds with an offer to all content creators, journalists (independent, or otherwise) and streamers to join him at www.Mastiff.Media, and www.InTheMatrix.co, so they secure their methods of communication to their audience, and are prepared for when Donald Trump's tech goons try to take them down!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaOr write to:[email protected] a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : "Christian" NationalismYergz takes a look at another growing cult, "Christian" Nationalism. The question remains: When you look at this lifestyle, what about it is really Christian?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Lying GOPIn this episode, Yergz takes a look at two senators, both of whom blatantly lie to the American people while on news tv shows. First, North Carolina Senator Lindsey Graham says Former President Biden sent no aid to Ukraine, while the NBC news "journalist" sat there with her teeth in her mouth and said nothing.Next up we have "Uncle" Tim Scott, who, after numerous cold shoulders from Trump, still remains the faithful... Here he thanks God for four years, with blatant disregard for fact and proven information.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Mass Anti-Trump Protests#NoKings held another weekend of nationwide demos. The #MeidasTouchNetwork got it wrong when they said that the demos "erupted." These demos were planned and Yergz has the emails to prove it. Very important and well organized demos, nevertheless.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Trump Takes DCYergz discusses the use, AGAIN, of the military to "take control" of a city that doesn't need it. This will be an ongoing series of videos, as long as it's an ongoing activity by the #Trump #Regime.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Friday Fights; Salary CapMatt & Yergz discuss the potential of a #MLB #SalaryCap, and a visit that the Commissioner of Major League Baseball paid to the Philadelphia Phillies, and the response that he received from #BryceHarper.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Friday Fights; Primaries, Voting Future, and DemographicsIn segment #4 of the July 18th episode, Yergz and Matt discuss primaries, demographics and the voting future of the United States.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Friday Fights - Jeffrey EpsteinIn the third segment of the 18 July episode, Yergz and Matt discuss Epstein.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Friday Fights; Superfan KenKen poses questions to Matt about crypto and investing.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Friday Fights - Matt Diemer of DCN and CryptosMatt Diemer, host of "Daily Crypto News" goes over some legislation recently passed by Congress, and how they affect society.Ross "Yergz" YergerYergz is a retired Special Agent from the US Secret Service, a former police officer and 1995 graduate of Penn State University. With degrees in history and political science, Yergz took that knowledge into his 21 year career with the Secret Service; watching and taking part in history, as it happened.In 2023, Yergz continued to watch history, just as a former coworker was fired from Fox News. Lying in his bed and reading Dan Bongino's story, Yergz said, "I can do better." Yergz evaluated his personal beliefs and, as any political scientist would, compared it to what was happening in society. From that he further evaluated what he, and anyone he had access to, felt was missing from the main stream media.Whether a major network, or a minor YouTuber, no one was REALLY providing analysis from both sides of the political spectrum. Also fitting his own beliefs, Yergz created "Up The Middle" to title, and describe, the political news and analysis podcast that, after almost two years on the air, has grown into not only a podcast, but an AM/FM radio show, an internet radio show, and a live feed to social media in both video and audio-only formats.Up The Middle is available weekdays at 11am ET, on the Mastiff Media Network, available at www.Mastiff.Media.Up The Middle, Politics for the Rest of US!#UpTheMiddle, #Politics for the Rest of US!#Yergz, a #Voice that sounds like Yours!#UpTheMiddle is a #LiveRadioShow that airs weekdays at 11am ET (New York, Washington DC), on #InternetRadio, #SocialMedia, #SocialAudio and now #SubscriptionServices like #DNRstudios. Coming soon to #ShortwaveRadio and returning to #TerrestrialRadio.Each episode is edited to remove redundant or unnecessary content and repurposed into a podcast by the same title. Please feel free to search #Spotify, #Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts.Copyright by #TheYergerGroup and #MastiffMedia, 2025 For links, citations and show notes, please write to:[email protected] our newest offering designed to cater to your needs, whether you're looking to enhance your lifestyle or daily routine. Our new service has something special in store for you. Learn more and book your appointment today to experience excellence firsthand.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Sound CheckToday's radio show, "Up The Middle" was AWFUL!! We spent one hour and forty minutes, roughly, of a two hour show trying to figure out why we had NO SOUND!Well, with just over 15 minutes remaining, Glen "Sportcat" Jackson came on to "push me," or follow my show with his and I was able to talk with him like a normal shock jock!So I used tonight's Sound Check to fill everyone in on what I tried to say earlier today, with regards to some overnight developments, and such, at Mastiff.Media. At least I was able to welcome back #Sportcat from an extended leave of absence due to family issues.I can now broadcast to #TikTok, and have gone and purchased that #LittleBlueCheckmark from #Twitter. Yes, I said "TWITTER"! We're now broadcasting video to our #UpTheMiddle "X" account, too!It's back to using a #diverse set of #socialmedia destinations, and using #Twitch beyond simply one of the destinations to watch. We've embedded it onto our website home page, as well as the top of every other Facebook account. That, plus Facebook, Twitter/X, YouTube, Telegram, D-Live, InstaGram and Rumble complete the eight. Then Yergz explains Discord, TikTok, Chatter, Biz Growth Collective and Twitter Spaces (now used by one of our other accounts...).Stay tuned, and bookmark "www.Mastiff.Media" so that you can find us, easily!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : World War 3Yergz talks about how the USA is in both a Civil War and World War 3.For more information on "Up The Middle," please visit www.Mastiff.Media or call 1-888-88-YERGZ"Up The Middle" is recorded weekdays at 11am ET / 8am PT on the Mastiff Media Radio Network and is then split into segments for the purpose of dropping podcast episodes. To join "Up The Middle" during the live show, please visit www.Mastiff.Media. Podcast episodes are available on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Mastiff Media Radio Network stations can be found at www.Mastiff.Media, GetMe.Radio, or wherever you get your internet radio.Copyright 2025 The Yerger GroupBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Weekend FalloutUTM is now available via video on www.Mastiff.MediaAudio is again available on Twitter.com/YergzUpMiddleIs this World War 3, and didn't Trump say it wouldn't happen?Did the US have involvement in both Ukraine and Israel's respective drone attacks?What IS happening with ICE? Hotels? Farms? Restaurants? Construction Sites?Minnesota assassination plot - and the conspiracy theories...For more information on "Up The Middle," please visit www.Mastiff.Media or call 1-888-88-YERGZ"Up The Middle" is recorded weekdays at 11am ET / 8am PT on the Mastiff Media Radio Network and is then split into segments for the purpose of dropping podcast episodes. To join "Up The Middle" during the live show, please visit www.Mastiff.Media. Podcast episodes are available on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Mastiff Media Radio Network stations can be found at www.Mastiff.Media, GetMe.Radio, or wherever you get your internet radio.Copyright 2025 The Yerger GroupBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Yergz InspiresIn this episode, Yergz is contacted by a fan and neighbor and informed that Yergz inspired that neighbor to get back into the gym!The weaponization of the FBI."The Glass Coffin" of San Francisco and Harvey Milk.Yergz has a smoke with Sean Penn.Obama talks about firing Gary BuseyMAGAs continue to bitch about Joe BidenFor more information on "Up The Middle," please visit www.Mastiff.Media or call 1-888-88-YERGZ"Up The Middle" is recorded weekdays at 11am ET / 8am PT on the Mastiff Media Radio Network and is then split into segments for the purpose of dropping podcast episodes. To join "Up The Middle" during the live show, please visit www.Mastiff.Media. Podcast episodes are available on Spotify, Apple, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Mastiff Media Radio Network stations can be found at www.Mastiff.Media, GetMe.Radio, or wherever you get your internet radio.Copyright 2025 The Yerger GroupBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : KrassenJonesThis is Part 2 of a 3 part series on creatives, journalists and content creators that have been detained by either the US #SecretService, #ICE or other law enforcement for unknown reasons, but relevant to their status as a citizen AND their opinion of President Donald Trump. This episode features journalist twin brothers Ed & Brian Krassenstein and a post where they already disapproved of violence - only to have far right conspiracy theorist and $1 billion dollar lawsuit defendant Alex Jones threaten them with a video of his own. No visit from law enforcement as of this posting....Up The Middle can also be found on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. It's recorded, from a live broadcast, weekdays at 11am ET on Yergz.com, Mastiff.Media, Yergz.Radio and other terrestrial and internet radio stations, as well as social media and social audio platforms.For more information, please write: [email protected] Copyright The Yerger Group 2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Hasan Piker / AbiThis is Part 2 of a 3 part series on creatives, journalists and content creators that have been detained by either the US #SecretService, #ICE or other law enforcement for unknown reasons, but relevant to their status as a citizen AND their opinion of President Donald Trump. This episode features Twitch Streamer, Hasan Piker, aka HasanAbi.Up The Middle can also be found on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. It's recorded, from a live broadcast, weekdays at 11am ET on Yergz.com, Mastiff.Media, Yergz.Radio and other terrestrial and internet radio stations, as well as social media and social audio platforms.For more information, please write:[email protected] Copyright The Yerger Group 2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Perfect Overreach In this episode, Yergz shows you the footage, as "The Perfect Villians" of TikTok tell his story about how his anti-Trump posts earned him a visit from the former employers of Yergz - the US #SecretService.Up The Middle can also be found on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. It's recorded, from a live broadcast, weekdays at 11am ET on Yergz.com, Mastiff.Media, Yergz.Radio and other terrestrial and internet radio stations, as well as social media and social audio platforms.For more information, please write:[email protected] Copyright The Yerger Group 2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group

Up The Middle : Qatar Force OneIn this episode, Yergz discusses the legality, and the ethics, behind President Donald Trump accepting a plane for use as Air Force One, THEN HIS PERSONAL PLANE, from a country that only 7 or 8 short years ago he blamed for the back door financing of terrorism.Up The Middle can also be found on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. It's recorded, from a live broadcast, weekdays at 11am ET on Yergz.com, Mastiff.Media, Yergz.Radio and other terrestrial and internet radio stations, as well as social media and social audio platforms.For more information, please write:[email protected] Copyright The Yerger Group 2025Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/up-the-middle-politics-for-the-rest-of-us--7030715/support.Thank you for tuning in to Up The Middle. We started this show because we believe the best solutions are found when we actually hear both sides, and we want to hear from you. What did you think of today's topics? Send us an email at [email protected]. If you know someone who is burnt out on the partisan shouting matches, share this episode with them. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a breakdown. Thanks for getting off the porch and running with the big dogs! We'll see you next week on Up The Middle!For more information, please visit:www.Mastiff.MediaTo advertise with use, please write to:[email protected] The Yerger Group