 8444 Middle. The Middle is brought to you by Long Nook Media, distributed by Illinois Public Media in Urbana, Illinois, and produced by Joanne Jennings, Harrison Patino, Danny Alexander, John Barth, and tonight, Sam Bermas-Dawes. Our intern is Annika Deschler. Our technical director is Jason Croft. Our theme music was composed by Andrew Haig. Thanks also to Nashville Public Radio, iHeart Media, and the more than 410 public radio stations, making it possible for people across the country to listen.