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 peek at the powerful stories, surprise guests, and emotional depth coming your way this season. So sing it loud and sing it proud as we take the stage for Season 8, on the Back 9.

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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 anyone who is co-parenting, even as their children mature into adults.

But it’s not all heavy. We share our astonishment at Trader Joe’s technology, dating fails and a spin through the excellent cast of characters that graced our show in season 7. So whether you’re here for the laughs or the life lessons, you’ll walk away from this episode a little more knowledgeable and maybe craving a chocolate croissant.

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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 tiny sliver of opportunity into a breakout performance that helped him stick in the NFL. He also tells great stories about being the captain of a winless college team, and how that helped him learn that stacking little victories brick-by-brick is the best way to build lasting success.

So join us, as we accentuate the positive, on the Back 9.

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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 moment became the turning point that reshaped his spirituality, and in turn his career and his purpose. Vulnerable, inspiring, and unexpectedly funny, Scott opens up about faith, singleness, service, and why he still believes the best part of his story is yet to come. It’s an beautiful discussion as we approach the witching hour of Season 7 - on The Back 9.

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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 mental health. Together, we dive headfirst into the messy world of addiction, family trauma, and the legal lifelines that exist when everything else has failed.

Mark shares how he built a groundbreaking law firm dedicated to rescuing families drowning in crisis He exposes the hidden toll addiction takes on loved ones and the little-known laws that can empower families to regain control. This episode isn’t just a conversation—it’s a wake-up call for anyone or any family battling addiction in their circle. So please join us for a must-listen episode of The Back 9.

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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 as eye-opening advice — and several funny stories — about profile photo errors, style mistakes and first date blunders.

So whether you're navigating single life post-40 or just curious why your dating apps aren't working, this episode dishes out real strategies to level up your love life. It turns out that matchmaking isn’t old-school—it’s a smarter, curated approach for people who know what they want, but don’t want to waste time finding it. So make a date for this episode of the Back 9.

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