The Trio Behind Friends: How Three Writers Created TV Magic

Picture this: It's 1993, and three television writers are sitting around trying to figure out how to capture the anxiety of being a twenty-something in Manhattan without enough money, clear life direction, or functional romantic relationships. Their solution? Create a show about six people who somehow afford enormous apartments while working as a waitress, a … Continue reading The Trio Behind Friends: How Three Writers Created TV Magic

Central Perk and Beyond: The Iconic Locations of Friends

When Friends premiered in 1994, it didn't just introduce us to six lovable characters navigating life in New York City—it created a visual love letter to Manhattan that would influence how an entire generation viewed urban living. From the cozy warmth of Central Perk to the impossibly spacious Greenwich Village apartments, the show's locations became … Continue reading Central Perk and Beyond: The Iconic Locations of Friends

Character Couch – Rachel Green

Welcome to another exciting edition of The Character Couch! This is that section of The Confusing Middle where we take a look at well-known movie and TV characters and examine them from a psychological point of view. What makes them tick? Grab some popcorn because today we're going to dive into the psyche of everyone's … Continue reading Character Couch – Rachel Green