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The Back 9 - Midlife, Best Life.

The Back 9 - Midlife, Best Life.

Written by: Dennis Williams Josh Mora
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 The Back 9 is a podcast hosted by Dennis Williams and Josh Mora, targeting individuals in or approaching mid-life who seek more fulfillment in various aspects of their lives. The hosts discuss topics such as starting over in careers or dating, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness, openness to change, and learning from experiences. The podcast aims to create a safe space for introspection, covering challenges like living alone, dating fears, and making mistakes. They invite guests, including celebrities, therapists, and coaches, to share personal stories and insights on healing from divorce, finding partners, and gaining confidence in relationships. The metaphor of the "back 9" in golf is used to convey the idea of a second chance in life, with fresh opportunities to achieve something remarkable. The hosts encourage leaving the past behind, embracing new possibilities, and moving forward with confidence. The podcast is available on Apple, Spotify, and other podcast platforms.© 2024 The Back 9 Relationships Social Sciences
Episodes
  • New Year, New Elements — Making the Turn TB9, S11

    New Year, New Elements — Making the Turn TB9, S11
    Jan 6 2026

    Kick off the new year with The Back 9 as we take you inside what's ahead in Season 11 to preview all our new elements of the show — including an updated format designed to help you quickly find the conversations that matter most to your life during midlife. We are emphasizing the topics our beloved listeners ask for most: parenting, modern masculinity, health and wellness, friendship, purpose, and legacy.

    Along the way, we look back at holiday travel chaos, laugh about over-cologned Uber drivers, and share what's changed behind the scenes. So let's make turn into 2026 with gratitude, clarity, momentum, and a great list of upcoming guests…on the Back 9.

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    14 mins
  • TB9 — 19th Hole: A Year-end Reflection on Relationships (TB9, S10)

    TB9 — 19th Hole: A Year-end Reflection on Relationships (TB9, S10)
    Dec 30 2025

    In this season and year-end wrap-up of The Back 9, we reflect on the conversations, moments, and themes that defined Season 10.

    From a viral clip with Kerri Ballinger to powerful discussions on wellness, early detection, loss, and personal reinvention, this season delivered big moments of depth, honesty, and perspective at every turn. We share the insights from guests including Sean Springman, Ross Deutsch, and Sheryl Campbell, and take a personal look at our recurring themes of setting boundaries, healing, and building healthier relationships.

    Some of this comes from our own lives as we dive into the next chapter with greater clarity and intention.

    So join us in toasting the Old Year past, the New Year Present, and our commitment to creating our best future, on the Back 9.

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    25 mins
  • Integrative Wellness Founder Judy Mackey: How to Be Healthy in the New Year (TB9, S10, E18)

    Integrative Wellness Founder Judy Mackey: How to Be Healthy in the New Year (TB9, S10, E18)
    Dec 23 2025

    On this episode of The Back 9, we sit down with integrative wellness leader Judy Mackey to explore a smarter, whole-person approach to healing and cap a season devoted in large part to wellness.

    In facing her own health crisis, Judy discovered the power of Eastern medicine and integrative care — a journey that ultimately led her to help build StrataMed at Garden of the Gods. She explains how integrative approaches help uncover illness, and why trauma, behavior, and mindset often matter just as much as labs and scans. Judy also shares the beautiful moments when skeptical patients finally find answers and real transformation.

    If you're resolved to look at wellness in a new way in the New Year, come sit by the fire with the Back 9.

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    35 mins
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