Are you feeling stuck in life—trapped in a career, relationship, or situation that no longer brings you joy? Do you catch yourself asking, "Is this it? Is it me? Is there more?" You’re not alone.

Welcome to The Man in the Middle Show, where hosts Kevin Rogers and Joe DiRoma invite you on a journey through the messy, exciting, and sometimes overwhelming landscape of midlife as a man.

In this kickoff trailer, Kevin and Joe introduce themselves, share their personal stories, and set the stage for what’s to come. It’s not a therapy session, and they don’t claim to have all the answers. They are just two regular guys—living different lives but sharing common midlife struggles—here to create a space where men can reflect, connect, and feel heard.

• Kevin Rogers: A 54-year-old entrepreneur and father of two adult children, Kevin's life reads like an adventure novel. From life on the road as a stand-up comic to surviving open-heart surgery with a new lease on life, Kevin’s journey is all about reinvention and living what he calls his “bonus round.”
• Joe DiRoma: At 42, Joe's life has been a tale of redemption—15 years sober after battling addiction and early run-ins with the law. Now a family man, Joe is balancing the chaos of having a teenage son and expecting a newborn daughter. Formerly in the restaurant industry, Joe now thrives as a COO in digital marketing, where he and Kevin crossed paths.

This episode sets the tone for the honest, relatable conversations that will unfold on this podcast. Kevin and Joe open up about their personal challenges with change, relationships, careers, and health—all common struggles for men in midlife. Their goal is simple:

This isn’t a self-help lecture. It’s a conversation designed to inspire you to ask yourself bigger questions, like:

• What does fulfillment really look like for me?
• How do I navigate relationships and fatherhood at this stage of life?
• How do I reinvent myself in a way that feels true?

Tune in to Episode 0 and get ready for candid stories, laughter, and insights that will leave you reflecting on your own journey—and knowing you don’t have to walk it alone.

In This Episode:

• Kevin’s life-changing journey from stand-up comic to entrepreneur
• Joe’s story of recovery and fatherhood
• The mission of The Man in the Middle Show: Creating space for men to connect and grow through open, honest conversations

Get ready to explore what it means to thrive in the middle of life—because there’s so much more to come.