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Middlebrow with Dan Rosen and Brian Park is a pseudo-intellectual podcast hosted by two comedians who know nothing about a lot.

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Artwork for Middlebrow

Latest Episodes

Freddie deBoer is a cultural critic, essayist and author of 'All in Your Head: Illness as Identity, Trauma as Fashion, and the Desire to be Disordered.' We discuss the dangers of mentall illness as identity, living with bipolar disorder, the rise of ... more

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Dan and Brian do a crazy birthday party recap and discuss market price, Italian tennis drama, Marissa Mayer and more.

Dan and Brian discuss You Can See Everything, Taryn Simon's Guggenheim Show, James Dolan, Moses Sumney, BYD and banya. Subscribe to our Patreon and Youtube.

Gavin Matts is a comedian and actor. He has a new stand-up special out titled 'Present' that you can stream here. We discuss male friendship, being a prisoner of your own knowledge, psychics, Vancouver menswear, architecture and more. Subscribe to ou... more

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Recent Guests

Freddie deBoer
Cultural critic, essayist and author of “All in Your Head”
Episode: Jetway Jesus w/ Freddie deBoer
Gavin Matts
Comedian and actor
Episode: Empty Tote Optimism w/ Gavin Matts
Jeff Koons
American artist known for pop culture-inspired works and large-scale sculptures
Episode: Judgement Free Zone w/ Jeff Koons
Max Wolf Friedlich
Playwright (The Holes, Job on Broadway)
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Episode: LARPing Towards Bethlehem w/ Max Wolf Friedlich
Catherine Shannon
Writer of essays and fiction, comedian
Episode: Funhouse Mirror w/ Catherine Shannon
Jerry Hsu
Photographer, skateboarder, author
Self / Various brands discussed
Episode: How About Never w/ Jerry Hsu
Recho Omondi
Host of The Cutting Room Floor podcast
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Episode: *RE-RELEASE* Door To Door w/ Recho Omondi
Sasha Mutchnik
Writer; senior social director for GQ; creator of Starter Packs of NYC
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Episode: Finnegans Take w/ Sasha Mutchnik
Mary Neely
Broadway actress and writer
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Episode: Thinks Different Thinks w/ Mary Neely

Hosts

Dan Rosen
Host of Middlebrow, co-host, engaged in driving conversations and topic selection
Brian Park
Co-host, introduces topics, drives conversations, and provides critique

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 946 ratings
  • I’ve been trying to like it for months

    I really like how they ask a question for five minutes and also include the answer they are hoping for. And great job using every big word you knew to try to impress Jeff Koons. It just annoys me because I loved your instagram analysis but this podcast keeps getting more painful, it feels like a Nathan fielder bit. Just believe in yourself boys, maybe ask an adult for some advice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Michael Crytown
    United States18 days ago
  • Not sure but i keep listening

    Dan is an extremely bro-y, new york or nowhere type of straight man and i find that upsetting. If it is just a facade, let it go Dan, because you’re not very funny, it just comes off as postured arrogance. But i love Brian, what a damn sweetie. I do enjoy their chemistry and their interviews with guests. Dig deeper into the topics, don’t talk about art if you don’t know it. Thank you. I feel like i probably listen to this podcast because i never see my cis het older brother.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Alexis NC
    United States4 months ago
  • love them but

    the persian guy gotta take down a notch and stop talking over people!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    holy_sriracha
    Indonesia4 months ago
  • I want to like it….

    but the self-awareness and vanity of the subject matter repel me from coming back for more. I understand that it’s pop culture/zeitgeist but I just wish the hosts would go deeper below the veneer and get to the heart of the matter- à la Neil postman or Elliot Aronson. If more of a sociological deep dive were pursued it would be a more engaging podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    ayalawegman
    United States4 months ago
  • Brâncuși wasn’t Italian

    Brâncuși was Romanian 🙃

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Muro Dreamin
    United States5 months ago

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Critiques note a desire for deeper analysis beyond surface-level takes.
Listeners appreciate the chemistry between hosts and the candid, humorous take on arts and culture.
Positive commentary often highlights entertaining banter and guest dynamics.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jetway Jesus w/ Freddie deBoer
Q: When you are going through an episode, are you aware that it's happening?
DeBoer says awareness can fade as an episode worsens. During paranoia, he can know he has bipolar disorder while also believing that specific threats against him are real.
Jetway Jesus w/ Freddie deBoer
Q: What is it like living with bipolar disorder?
DeBoer describes lithium-related tremors and other side effects, repeated periods of stopping medication, and how mania can bring paranoia, grandiosity and serious consequences. He says consistent treatment has helped him live an ordinary day-to-day life.
Empty Tote Optimism w/ Gavin Matts
Q: What is a highbrow thing that you think needs to be knocked down a peg to Middlebrow? And then what is a lowbrow thing that people undeservedly shit on that you think should be promoted to a Middlebrow status?
Matts argues that Phoebe Bridgers's music merits a higher classification and that fishing deserves more respect, especially when it is an ordinary pastime shared with family and friends rather than a fashion-driven hobby.
Empty Tote Optimism w/ Gavin Matts
Q: How did you figure out your on-stage persona?
Matts says his newer special feels more like himself on stage, though he can adopt different character perspectives for particular jokes. He thinks his comfort comes from years of performing and failing, and that audiences may initially assume he is a stereotypical “dumb bro,” allowing him to subvert that expectation.
Judgement Free Zone w/ Jeff Koons
Q: What is the best piece of advice that you could give to someone who is trying to exercise communication and reach an audience?
Koons recommends simplicity and following personal interests, arguing that focused curiosity helps people build connections, clarity, and a sense of purpose.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Middlebrow

What is Middlebrow about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two comedians host a culture-focused chat that blends sharp humor with candid conversations about art, media, and taste. Episodes oscillate between pop culture commentary, high/low culture debates, and meta-discussions about branding, sponsorships, and the nature of taste. Guests tend to come from theater, acting, food, and entertainment, adding diverse perspectives while the hosts maintain a playful, self-deprecating dynamic. The show's knack for mixing incisive critique with easygoing banter makes it accessible for listeners who want thoughtful takes delivered with personality and humor. A Patreon and regular content detours underscore a community-driven approach and a willingness to experiment with format. It probably appeals to listener... more

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1. Freddie deBoer
2. Gavin Matts
3. Jeff Koons
4. Max Wolf Friedlich
5. Catherine Shannon
6. Jerry Hsu
7. Recho Omondi
8. Sasha Mutchnik

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