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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
Own Your Story: Stop Minimizing Yourself | Ep. 34
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There comes a point in your life when you realize the parts of your story you once felt insecure about are actually the parts that shaped your strength.
In this episode of Middle of the Fence, Andre explores what it truly means to own your story. Not just the highlights, but the vulnerabilities too.
From growing up between two very different environments to struggling with a childhood stutter and confidence issues, this conversation dives into:
• Why we minimize ourselves to fit in
• How your background builds awareness and adaptability
• The difference between rewriting habits vs. rewriting your past
• Why your story is your advantage
You cannot change what happened in your past.
But you can change how you stand on it.
Question to reflect on:
Have you ever hidden parts of yourself just to feel accepted?
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No matter which side of the fence you grew up on...we’re more alike than we think.
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