Middle of the Fence
Welcome to Middle of the Fence, the podcast hosted by Andre Spruell that explores what it means to grow up between two different worlds.
Raised in one of New Jersey’s highest-crime areas while attending private school in one of the wealthiest counties in the country, Andre experienced firsthand the contrast between environments, perspectives, expectations, and identities. But Middle of the Fence goes beyond just one story.
This podcast dives into the experiences of people who have had to navigate different sides of life...whether socioeconomic, cultural, racial, religious, professional, or personal and the lessons, struggles, and growth that come from living between those worlds.
Through authentic solo episodes, thought-provoking interviews, and honest conversations, Middle of the Fence tackles topics such as identity, mental health, personal growth, relationships, success, social pressure, faith, culture, and self-discovery.
At its core, the podcast is about finding common ground in a divided world and reminding people that no matter what side of the fence we grew up on, we’re all more alike than we think.
New episodes every Wednesday.
Middle of the Fence
Latest Episodes
Can You Love Someone and Still Choose Yourself? | Ep. 59
What does it actually mean to love someone when doing what feels right might also mean disappointing them, creating distance, or even letting them go?In this episode of Middle of the Fence, Andre gets personal about several difficult rel...
Does Race Shape the Way We See the Truth? | Ep. 58
How much do race, upbringing and lived experience influence the way we interpret the world around us?Using the national conversation surrounding the death of Nolan Wells as a starting point, Andre explores how our personal experiences sh...
Why Chasing Acceptance Keeps You From Being Yourself | With Fab | Ep. 57
What happens when you spend years trying to fit into boxes you were never meant to fit inside?In Episode 57 of Middle of the Fence, I sit down with Fab, owner of the award-winning Fab & Jules Salon in Montclair, ...
Have We Misunderstood Black Excellence? | Ep. 56
When you hear the phrase "Black excellence," what comes to mind?For many people, it means extraordinary achievement—championships, wealth, awards, or public recognition. But what if we've been defining excellence too narrowly?...
Why Society Wants You to Pick a Side | Ep. 55
Have you ever felt like the world wanted you to choose just one version of yourself?Whether it's your culture, career, beliefs, relationships, or identity, society often encourages us to simplify who we are so we fit neatly into a catego...