Best Josh Waldee Podcasts (2025)

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Round 8: Ep. 16 - The Soggy Dollar's Leon Miller - Living in Paradise 41:35

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No prescription needed this week on The Back 9, as we catch up with the one and only Leon Miller -- aka, “Dr. Painkiller”. Leon is the magnetic force behind the legendary Soggy Dollar Bar on Jost Van Dyke in the British Virgin Islands. From beach kid to island icon, Leon shares how he has built a lifestyle brand rooted in rum, resilience, and real …

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Round 8 : Ep 15 -Vegas Bartender Kerry Wald -- Poet, Storyteller and World Class Listener 38:11

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Kerry Wald is a well-known Las Vegas bartender, storyteller, poet and world-class listener. In this episode, Kerry shares how his journey behind the bar has allowed him a first-row seat to the pain people carry in silence, until they open up to him, a stranger. From those raw stories, Kerry learned the value of truly listening and of finding the jo…

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Round 8: Ep 14 - Kristen Griffin: Rewriting Your Old Story 35:42

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Kristen Griffin faced unimaginable loss. She was a young wife, pregnant with her first child, when her husband was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer. What followed was a two-decade journey of reframing her life story: from grieving young widow to successful executive, to full-time women’s coach. In this powerful and inspirational conversation, K…

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Round 8: Ep 13 - Founder Pam Jordan: How to Build Wealth in Mid-Life and Help Our Kids Learn About the Power of Money 35:17

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What happens when your million-dollar company crumbles and you’re left with nothing but lessons and grit? Pam Jordan shares her unfiltered journey that led her to found the Pivot Business Group which helps entrepreneurs finally get real about their numbers. She's part business strategist, part money therapist, and full-blown truth-teller. In this e…

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Round 8: Ep 12 - Josh Gregory: Dead Man in the Mirror — One Man’s Battle to Sobriety 40:06

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A few years ago, Josh Gregory saw his reflection in the mirror, and found only darkness staring back. No love, no hate, just pure emptiness. In this raw and riveting episode, hear the powerful story of a boy who started drinking at age 11, then spent decades hiding in plain sight as a high-functioning alcoholic, before he finally hit the breaking p…

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Round 8: Ep 11 - Suzette Bravo — Stop Running, Start Leading 39:12

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What happens when you stop running from the pain? For Suzette Bravo, it was the realization that she'd spent a lifetime avoiding the trauma underneath. In this episode, she shares what happened when she finally faced it head-on, and how that led her to a deeper understanding of masculine and feminine energy—not as stereotypes, but as powerful, comp…

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Round 8: Ep 10 - Broadcaster Glen Kuiper: Overcoming Cancel Culture 39:02

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Glen Kuiper was the voice of the Oakland A’s for over two decades—until one on-air slip changed everything. In this gripping episode of The Back Nine, Glen tells his side of the story : what really happened during that fateful pregame segment, how corporate pressure forced a rushed apology, and the painful aftermath of being publicly canceled for s…

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Round 8 : Making the Turn - Text Like Gen Xers, Party like Rock Stars 17:04

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It’s a little musical interlude on the Back 9 as we tee up season 8. From karaoke showdowns, subway serenades and memories of mixtapes, we hit every note about the role music plays in our lives. And we talk about how the kids just don’t get it — yes, they occasionally listen to Sade, but they don’t know how to pronounce her name. Plus, get a sneak …

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Round 7: The 19th Hole- The Most Important Thing You Can Do as a Parent 22:48

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In this raw Season 7 finale, we take on one our most honest and emotional conversations to date, as we discuss how parents often wound their children by airing their own relationship grievances and personal traumas. It’s a candid take on co-parenting, accountability, and the ripple effect of unresolved hurt. It’s a tough but necessary topic for any…

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Round 7: Ep - 18 Psychologist/Author Dr. Janne Lomasky: To Stay or Not to Stay: Choosing Between Growth and Goodbye? 41:41

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What does it really take to decide whether to stay or leave a relationship that no longer feels healthy—or safe? In this powerful conversation with clinical psychologist and author Dr. Janae Lomosky, we explore the emotional toll of staying too long, the real reason many people feel “stuck,” and how to begin rebuilding self-worth and mental clarity…

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Round 7: Ep - 17 Former NFL Receiver Drew Haddad — How to Give Life to Your Dreams 41:45

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Talent matters. Grit may matter more. On this Surprise Guest episode of The Back 9, we sit down with former NFL wide receiver Drew Haddad — a guy who needed to get every ounce out of his talent to make it in the NFL — for an unforgettable conversation about persistence, growth and the real meaning of success. Drew opens up about how he turned a tin…

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Round 7: Ep. 16 - NFL Network Host Scott Hanson — Red Zone Redemption 48:46

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Scott Hanson is an iconic host at the helm of a one-of-a-kind job, and in this unique Surprise Guest episode, he bares all — sharing his story of how chasing his dream nearly cost him everything and how he walked away from his dream life in order to save it. From calling touchdowns to discovering a deeper calling, Scott reveals how his lowest momen…

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Round 7: Ep. 15 - Addiction Specialist Attorney Mark Astor: On Families Battling Addiction 41:15

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While we battle the vagaries of middle age, some of our grown and nearly-grown children may struggle launching their own adult lives. When these struggles descend into addiction, every member of the family can be affected. In this intimate and riveting episode of The Back Nine, we are joined by Mark Astor, an attorney specializing in addiction and …

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Round 7: Ep. 14 - Matchmaker Shira Weitz: How to Find Your Next Person 40:16

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On this episode of The Back 9, Dennis and Josh sail back into the world of modern romance with professional matchmaker Shira Weitz for a deep dive on how dating has evolved—especially for those re-entering the scene in middle age after divorce. Shira walks us through the entire process of the when and why one should consider a matchmaker, as well a…

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Round 7: Ep. 13 - Rich “The Bull" Gaenzler” — Do the Things that Make you Happy 33:08

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Things happen to us on the Back 9. Our health might throw us a curve balls. Our dream career can vanish overnight. Our sense of purpose can become elusive. But in this deeply personal and unexpectedly uplifting episode, Rich “The Bull” Gaenzler opens up about his career loss, his health scares, his resulting identity crisis and how he’s since rebui…

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Round 7: Ep. 12 - Hockey Coach Blaise MacDonald — The Evolution of Our Ambitions 36:18

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Hockey Coach Blaise MacDonald set his sights high. He won a National Championship as a player. As a coach, he built a Division I program from the bottom up, took that program to the NCAA tournament, and then got hired to lead a team in one of the powerhouse conferences in college hockey. But somewhere along the way, his aspirations mellowed, and he…

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Round 7 : Episode 11 - Greg Schwem, A Second Act on Divorce, Dating & Deep-Dish Pizza 43:02

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Ladies and Gentlemen, now taking the stage is Comedian Greg Schwem, a guy who is taking the tough lessons of life and spinning them into comedy gold. Greg shares how he has found humor in the unexpected, survived the bewilderment of dating and mid-life, and proved that starting over isn’t just possible, but can also be amusing, hysterical and humbl…

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Round 7 : Episode 10 - Former Blockchain Association EVP Dave Grimaldi-A Primer on Crypto Currency 37:06

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Did you know that you can now buy coffee at a cafe with crypto currency? Do you have a virtual wallet, and is it ready for the digital revolution? In this eye-opening, and season-opening episode of The Back 9, Dave Grimaldi, former EVP of the Blockchain Association, teaches us about Crypto from a 50-thousand foot level. He dissects terms, breaks do…

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Round 7: Making The Turn - Parenting, Openness, and a Back9 mascot? / A Sneak Peek at Season 7 15:38

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On this episode of The Back 9, we weigh all the big questions of the future. How can we model for men to become more open and honest? How do we best parent our adult children? Should The Back 9 get a mascot? We know you are interested in all of these — especially the last one. But it’s not just about mascots—this episode takes a heartfelt turn as w…

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Round 6: The 19th Hole - Planes, Trains and All of the Feels 18:29

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As we wrap up Season 6 on The Back 9, we take you behind the scenes of the journey that made this season special. While we were landing new partners at Podfest, and performing live at Pod-a-pa-looza, we released a season full of memorable episodes that are worth revisiting. We went deep into love, dating and relationships with Brian Howie and Sweet…

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Round 6: Ep.18- Jewelry Designer/Cancer Survivor Julie Miles – Act Like You Want to Live 40:07

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One minute, Julie Miles thought she had normal stomach pains. The next, she was fighting for her life. Julie is the unstoppable Australian jewelry stylist and fashionista who kicked a Stage 4 cancer diagnosis in the ass, transforming her life into one of passion, purpose, and high-end achievement. Julie shares the story of the pivotal advice that s…

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Round 6: Ep 17 - ESPN’S JAY HARRIS: The Significance of Sharing Stories 36:43

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In the second half of our secret guest episodes, Josh taps ESPN’s Jay Harris to surprise Dennis, and to share an insightful conversation about the evolution of the power of storytelling, both professional and personal. From his early days in news to becoming a staple behind the desk at ESPN, Jay shares the lessons he’s learned, the impact of his me…

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Round 6: Ep 16 - PGA Tour Star Dudley Hart: Dudley Hart’s Journey of Resilience and Redemption 34:17

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It’s the second season of surprise guests on the Back 9, and Dennis has dialed up a winner. A 2-time winner in fact. The guest is former PGA tour pro Dudley Hart, a guy who was sneaky good and steady for a long time before devastating injuries derailed his career. But Dudley has found joy in his second act as a coach – teaching the next generation …

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Round 6: Ep. 15 - Wealth Manager Matthew Nadeau: Mastering Your Financial Back Nine 36:03

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It’s a long-awaited resource episode of the Back 9, as we bring in Matthew Nadeau, wealth management expert and calculated risk-taker to help guide us through the financial decisions we may confront at this stage of life. Matthew will share his story of how he left corporate America to build his own firm, then offer practical advice on topics such …

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Round 6: Ep. 14 - Sweet, Spicy, and Single: Dating Truths You Won’t Believe with Sweet and Spicy Podcasters Carolina Rush and Andrea Trout 36:30

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You’ve likely never asked what man buns, backup quarterbacks and Back 9 dating life have in common, but if you have this is the episode for you. We welcome Carolina Rush and Andrea Trout from the Sweet and Spicy podcast onto the Back 9 for an unfiltered dive into the wild world of dating after 40. From online dating disasters and matchmaking myths …

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Round 6: Ep. 13 - How to Live Like a Lost Boy with Brand Creator Matt Atkinson 28:15

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On this episode of the Back 9, we explore how to balance the grind of adulthood with the joy of living like a kid again. Our guest is Matthew Atkinson, a front 9er who founded the Lost Boys lifestyle brand, which explores the art of combining passion and responsibility, and celebrates the commitment to taking time off to recharge, even if we have t…

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Round 6: Ep. 12 - Performance Coach Keyen Lage: Living the Wild Adventurous Life 40:29

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Friends, our first episode of the New Year features a guy who may be most comfortable on the edge. He’s been on the edge of being an NFL player. He’s been on stage as a professional stripper. And he was recently arrested in a remote region of Russia where he had been training with mixed-martial artists. If that doesn’t pique your interest, then lis…

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Round 6: Ep - 11 Podcaster/Dating Expert Brian Howie: Dating and Love in the New Year 36:55

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If you’ve been looking for love in all the wrong places, then join us for this special New Year's Eve episode of The Back 9, with Dating Expert Brian Howie. Brian is the prolific host of the highly acclaimed Great Love Debate podcast, and as we turn the calendar to 2025, he helps us dive deep into the modern world of dating, relationships, and navi…

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Round 6: Ep. 10 - Author Denene Millner: The Rules for Dating and Parenting 40:03

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Sometimes our guests take us someplace unexpectedly wonderful, and we kick off Season 6 with a glorious episode with powerhouse Author Denene Millner. Denene is the author of the highly acclaimed novel, One Blood, as well as the The Sistah Rules, several books for young adults, and is the co-author of books with celebrities like Steve Harvey, Taraj…

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Round 6: Making the Turn: Late Nights and the Promise of Season Six 17:22

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Friends, we recorded this episode the morning after our live anniversary bash, which brought back memories of Vegas benders, sleepless golf trips and other tales of debauchery from our wilder 20-something days. And those stories put into perspective our takes on relationships, personal growth and other reflections on meaningful middle age. Those pa…

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Round 5: The 19th Hole - Our First Anniversary Party Recorded LIVE 1:00:35

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It’s a party on The Back 9! Broadcasting live from Taco Tuesdays Taqueria in Delray Beach, Florida, as we invite several guests to celebrate our first anniversary, and close Season 5 in style. With our first ever live audience bringing the energy, this episode is packed with heartfelt reflections, hilarious moments, and inspiring stories. We update…

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Round 5: Ep. 18 - Award-Winning Podcaster Matt Gilhooly: Winning the Life-Altering Moments 25:47

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In this powerful episode of The Back 9, Dennis and Josh wrap up Season 5 with an inspiring conversation featuring Matt Gilhooly, creator of the award-winning podcast The Life Shift. Matt takes us on an emotional journey, sharing how a life-altering moment in his childhood shaped his mission to uncover the pivotal moments that define all of us. From…

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Round 5: Ep. 17 – Community Builders Donna Taylor & Brittany Boo: Beating Burnout 28:26

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In this very light episode, Dennis and Josh get to know Donna Taylor and Brittany Boo, hosts of the Talk Birdie to Me podcast, for a deep dive into the transformative power of community. Donna shares her story of growing up in a golfing family, burning out as a competitive player, and then deploying other passions – like yoga – to find a new approa…

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Round 5: Ep. 16 - Hockey legend Rob Ray: How to Set the Rules 30:15

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In this special guest episode of The Back 9, Dennis surprises Josh with legendary tough guy and hockey leader Rob Ray. Razor reflects on his unique career, from scoring his first NHL goal to shaping a legacy that fits the blue-collar spirit of the fans that cheered him on. Beyond the fights and penalty minutes, Ray offers insight into his life afte…

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Round 5: Ep. 15 - Golf Legend Annika Sorenstam: Mentorship, Parenting and the Power of Passion 31:30

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Ssssh! It’s a surprise! It’s the first of our secret guest episodes and we are starting with an ACE. It’s a compelling conversation with the GOAT of Ladies Golf, Annika Sorenstam. Annika shares her transformation from childhood tennis prodigy to golfing superstar, as she reflects on her groundbreaking career, the importance of the mentors who guide…

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Round 5: Ep. 14 - Pastor Tim Johnson: Football, Faith, And Finding Purpose 31:24

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Few of us have ever won a National Championship, and fewer still have won something as large as the Super Bowl. On this Episode of the Back 9, we introduce you to Pastor Tim Johnson, someone who has done both of those things, and yet neither stands as his largest accomplishment. Most recently, Tim embedded himself in one of the most violent section…

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Round 5: Ep. 13 - Business Coach Nick Warner: Success without Stress 30:57

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This episode of the Back 9 will stimulate the brain and soothe the ears. We welcome the resonant voice of Nick Warner, a former high-powered lobbyist who made a bold transition to become a successful business consultant. Nick shares his compelling story of how he walked away from a decades-long career influencing California’s political arena, to pi…

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Round 5: Ep. 12 - Dietitian Barbie Boules – The Secret to Midlife Health, Diet and Looking Good 31:49

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Class is in session on this episode of the Back 9. Our guest this week is Barbie Boules, aka "The Cognition Dietitian,", and she joins to share her expert insights about how the things we ingest in middle age impact – and potentially impair – our senior years. She offers instruction on how to monitor our metabolic health, and strategies for creatin…

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Round 5: Ep. 11 - Podcaster And Boston Broadcasting Legend Kim Carrigan: Rocket Fuel For Long-Term Success In Business And Marriage 27:46

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This episode starts with a review of great public bathrooms and secret champagne bars, and only gets better from there. Because we are joined by podcasting star and Boston broadcasting legend Kim Carrigan. Kim opens up about how she maintains friendships through the volatility of life, how she taps into innate curiosity to help keep her life and he…

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Round 5: Ep. 10 - Best-Selling Author/Keynote Speaker/Entrepreneur Kraig Kann: How To Pivot 34:59

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In this high-energy opener to Season Five of The Back Nine, we sit down with the dynamic and highly accomplished Kraig Kann, who went from being a top sportscaster at the Golf Channel to the Chief Communications Officer of the LPGA, to then founding his own, now-thriving business. His journey is packed with engaging stories – from behind-the-scenes…

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TB9 Round 5 - Making The Turn: Surprises in Store 19:03

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Welcome to Season 5! We are back with renewed energy, as we dive into a season packed with intriguing new topics that populate the Back 9 of life. We start with a moment to reflect on something that has left a lasting impact on one of us, and how it is shaping our focus for the season ahead. We’ll preview some of the topics we’re going to explore, …

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Round 4: The 19th Hole - Big Impact from Small Gestures: Lessons in Life and Love 28:57

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We wrap season 4 with a powerhouse episode that explores how simple acts of kindness can resonate in someone’s life for decades. We dive into the power of vulnerability and uncover how being present and truly listening can leave lasting impressions. We reflect on all the things we learned this season about how we can be better men in our relationsh…

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Round 4: Ep. 18 - Author/Life Coach Morgan Rich: Creating Healthy Masculinity 29:23

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We close out season four of The Back 9 with an episode that simply could not be more relevant and more important for our time. We visit with author, life coach and old friend Morgan Rich for a thought-provoking conversation on modern masculinity and what it means to be a healthy alpha male. We weigh the balancing act of how to be competitive and as…

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Round 4: Ep. 17 - Elite Musician Brad Gemeinhardt: How To Build And Sustain Excellence And Then Deliver To The Next Generation 35:00

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On this episode of The Back 9 we host a true virtuoso in Brad Gemeinhardt, Principal French Hornist at the Metropolitan Opera, for a truly introspective conversation about nurturing one’s dreams, making a commitment to one’s craft, and finding one’s true calling. Brad shares his remarkable journey, from discovering his passion and talent for the Fr…

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Round 4: Ep. 16 - NFL legend Ruben Brown: Leaving the Field for a Successful Postgame Life 26:36

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It’s not every day that we get to visit with a 9-time Pro Bowler and 4-time All-Pro NFL icon, but even beyond the accolades, Ruben Brown is just a great hang. Ruben played 13 seasons in the NFL, including in a Super Bowl, yet remains as down-to-earth a guy as one could hope to meet. In this episode, Ruben weighs in on the NFL season ahead, but mayb…

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Round 4: Ep. 15 - Iconic Radio Personality Mike Schopp, Evolving On and Off The Air 31:35

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On this episode of "The Back Nine," we visit with our long-lost friend Mike Schopp, the incredibly sharp and incisive voice of Buffalo sports radio. But Mike’s insights go well beyond Western New York and the usual sports-talk banter. He opens up about the evolution of his career in an extremely relatable way, from the pressures of proving himself …

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Round 4: Ep. 14 - Medical Director, Strata Med, Dr. Michael Barber: Lifetime Wellness through Integrative Medicine 32:18

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As part of each season, we provide episodes that serve as resources for our Back 9 community, but we’ve never done it like we do on this episode. We visit with Dr. Michael Barber, the Medical Director and Lead Cardiologist at Colorado’s Strata Med, a resort facility dedicated to providing primary health care, rather than primary sick care. Dr. Barb…

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Round 4: Ep. 13 - Therapists/Marriage Counselors Colette Fehr and Laura Bowman – Insights from the Couch 32:22

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Friends, on this episode of the Back 9 we take a look at how Back Niners can keep their relationships healthy and connected. We’re joined by therapists Colette Fehr and Laura Bowman, the sharp and astute hosts of the "Insights from the Couch" podcast. Together, we take on the emotional hurdles that often accompany midlife relationships, and how par…

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Round 4: Ep. 12 - Author/Motivational Speaker Danny Heinsohn: You Have to Go All the Way 29:00

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In this electrifying episode of "The Back 9," we explore the extraordinary life of Danny Heinsohn, a man who turned a devastating diagnosis into a powerful narrative of hope and achievement. At just 23, Danny faced a brain tumor diagnosis that altered his life and threatened to derail his dreams. Instead of surrendering, he leaned in, channeling hi…

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Round 4: Ep. 11 - Comedian Mark Christopher: Find the Funny 31:18

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So a comedian walks into a podcast studio. At least he does on this episode of The Back 9. And it’s not just any comedian, it’s quite possibly the world’s only lawyer-turned-cruise director-turned comedian. He’s Mark Christopher, and if that premise isn’t funny enough, Mark provides a ton of laughs as he shares how he found his unique path to his p…