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MidMen

Podcast by Paul Shirey, Sean Coyle

English

Personal stories & conversations

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An unfiltered podcast where two lifelong friends in the entertainment industry discuss childhood, fatherhood, work, fitness, spirituality, movies, art, music, and all the other things that come with navigating mid-life in the modern era.

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34 episodes

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What Happens Next? The Future of Everything

What does the future actually look like—and are we ready for it? In this episode of MidMen, Paul and Sean dive deep into the rapidly changing world around us, from AI-generated entertainment and synthetic actors to automation, robotics, social media, attention spans, and what future generations may gain—or lose—as technology continues to evolve. Will people still read books in 20 years? Will driving become obsolete? Is AI a creative tool, a replacement, or something far bigger? And when everything becomes easier and more automated, what remains uniquely human? The guys also get personal during “Curveballs,” sharing unexpected moments that changed the course of their lives, followed by an Accountability Check-In on health goals, creative projects, and whether they’re actually doing the things they say they want to do. Finally, the episode closes with a round of “Do You Believe In…?” covering aliens, ghosts, simulation theory, fate, ancient civilizations, and more! It’s reflective, funny, existential, and classic MidMen.

19 May 2026 - 2 h 25 min
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Then vs. Now: What the Hell Happened to Us?

This week on MidMen, the guys dive headfirst into the battle between THEN vs NOW — the music, movies, food, hobbies, social lives, and habits that shaped who we were… and who we’ve become. From things we used to love but can’t stand anymore to the unexpected stuff we’ve grown to appreciate with age, the conversation gets nostalgic, honest, hilarious, and just a little existential. The episode also features: * “What Made You Feel Old This Week?” * Tech confusion, injuries, social media insanity, and a fresh Gen X Moment of the Week * A hypothetical life reset: If you were 21 again and had to choose a completely different career path, what would you do? * A rapid-fire THEN/NOW showdown featuring VHS vs Streaming, Arcades vs Online Gaming, Blockbuster vs Netflix, and more Is growing older about wisdom and evolution… or are we all just becoming safer, grumpier versions of ourselves? Grab a drink, settle in, and join the MidMen for a funny, reflective, and brutally relatable conversation about time, change, nostalgia, and figuring out who the hell you are now.

11 May 2026 - 2 h 23 min
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Oldies but Goodies, How To Teach Your Kids To Be Safe, and What We'd Do If We Could Go Back In Time

Some things age like fine wine… others should’ve stayed in the past. In this episode of MidMen, Paul and Sean dive into the movies, comics, and moments that shaped them, revisiting old favorites to see what still holds up—and what doesn’t. From classic comedies to John Woo action flicks, it’s a mix of nostalgia, reality checks, and a few surprises along the way. But it’s not just about looking back. The guys also get into the deeper side of growing up and raising kids—how to balance keeping them safe while still letting them explore, fail, and figure things out on their own. When do you step in? When do you let go? It’s a conversation every parent wrestles with. And in the final segment, The Time Jump, they pose the ultimate question: If you had 24 hours in a different era of your life, what would you do? Relive the good times… or try to change your future? Insightful, relatable, and always a little unfiltered—this is MidMen.

4 May 2026 - 2 h 9 min
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The Games That Built Us (And The Ones We’re Still Playing)

We all grew up playing games. But what if those games never really stopped? In this episode of MidMen, we go from playground nostalgia to the deeper truth behind the games that shaped us—and the ones we’re still playing today. We kick things off with the classics—the board games, card games, and playground battles that defined our childhood. Then we dig deeper: who were you back then? The competitor? The rule-breaker? The leader? And how much of that still shows up in your life today? From there, we move into the chaos of young adulthood—drinking games, party games, and the unspoken social dynamics behind them. Because those weren’t just games… they were training grounds for risk, status, and connection. As dads, the game changes again. We talk about what our kids are playing now, what’s been lost (and gained), and why when your kid asks you to play—it’s not really about the game at all. We wrap with summer goals, the idea of life as a scoreboard, and a rapid-fire “Choose Your Game” showdown where we settle some all-time classics. Because whether you realize it or not…you never stopped playing.

27 Apr 2026 - 2 h 15 min
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Is It Too Late to Start Over in Your 40s?

MidMen Season 2 kicks off with a question a lot of men quietly ask themselves… Is it too late to start over? In this episode, Paul and Sean dive into the realities of hitting your 30s and 40s and feeling the pull between security and freedom, responsibility and ambition, and whether chasing something new is bold… or just reckless. They break down: * Making career changes later in life * The tension between stability and risk * Family obligations vs personal fulfillment * Where they’re both at right now, no BS Plus, they dig into a key question: 👉 Which path leads to more regret… staying safe or taking the leap? And to keep things from getting too heavy, they wrap with a new game: 🎯 “Too Late or Not?” If you’ve ever wondered whether you’ve missed your window… this one’s for you.

20 Apr 2026 - 1 h 58 min
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