Chris “The Bulldog” Parker has been a colleague and friend of ours for over 30 years, and he joins the Back 9 for a conversation about how our perspective changes as we age. Chris reflects on three decades behind the mic and how, when we become husbands and fathers, our attitude can change towards our jobs and how we approach what matters in life. In particular, Chris’ son Owen was an elite hockey player, and Chris shares both the pain of watching Owen have to step away from the game and the pride he feels in watching him follow in his footsteps into media. It’s an emotional journey worth taking.

We also spend some time talking about learning to appreciate all the little things in life, like golf, the start of the NFL season, and taking care of our health. Chris proves that old friends are the best friends — and the best guests! — on this episode of the Back 9.

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On this episode of The Back 9, Jamie Seh, Sports Director at the CBS affiliate in Orlando, reflects on her journey of breaking barriers as a woman in sports broadcasting. She discusses the challenges and triumphs of a decades-long career, and how, as she reaches the Back 9, she has started to search for what’s next.

Spoiler alert: Jamie has found her path by embracing curiosity and taking a very interesting leap of faith, leading her to what has become her simple and powerful mantra: Allow yourself to surprise yourself! It’s shockingly good advice that you can find this week, on the Back 9.

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This week on The Back 9, we sit down with our good friend Brian Shactman, the former MSNBC anchor, to talk about navigating the twists and turns of our career paths, the hard pivots that come when you don’t get to choose your ending, and the lessons he learned along the way. From way too early mornings in radio to high-profile roles at ESPN, CNBC and MSNBC, Brian shares how he fought through setbacks, protected his family time, and found purpose in creating meaningful conversations. We also dive into what might just be the skill we all need most as we navigate this stage of our professional lives.

So rise and shine with us, on this episode of the Back 9.

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Jeff Perera’s story is a masterclass in reinvention. He’s the founder of Jeff’s Bagel Run, one of the fastest growing brands in the country. Jeff joins us to share how losing his corporate job at 42 led to a new passion, a thriving franchise, and a lesson in letting go of control. Jeff spreads his secret recipes for success that has led from a cottage industry in his kitchen to over 100 stores in development, and why those secrets are achievable for just about anyone thinking about going it on their own.

So whether you are already in your own Back 9 business, or just thinking about pivoting in your career, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration. And it’s hot out of the oven, on the Back 9.

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This week on The Back 9, we kick off a new season with a powerful conversation about leadership, culture, and the ripple effect of kindness. Guest Ryan Minton—author, keynote speaker, and former hospitality exec—joins us to share how a single front desk employee changed the way he leads forever.

Ryan reminds us that creating a positive work culture starts with gratitude and the courage to uplift one person at a time. He shares the mind-blowing story that led him to leave the corporate world to follow his purpose, and how he learned that every interaction has the power to add air to someone’ balloon.

If you want to lead with heart, or just add to the positivity in your life, this episode is a reminder that your best game awaits…on the back nine.

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We kick off Season Nine by exploring what abundance really looks like at this stage of life. We unpack how ambition shifts, why “more” isn’t always better, and how quieter wins can make us feel wealthier than chasing it all.

Of course, it’s not all serious—we swap stories about getting locked out walking the dog, and the strange comfort we find in remembering our childhood landlines. Remember those? And we offer a preview of the season ahead. It’s laughter, perspective, and a fresh look at what it means to have “enough” , as we make the turn to Season 9 on the Back Nine.

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On this final stop in Season 8, we reflect on the real throughline of the entire season - self power. Whether it's setting boundaries, respecting the ones set for us, or knowing when to stop selling our perspective, this episode dives deep into the emotional shifts that come in our midlife relationships, including the one we have with ourselves.

We revisit our time with some spectacular guests and their journeys of transformation and resilience, as well as those who provide escapes from all that. Then we cap it off with a BIG birthday celebration. So make our wish come true...and join us as we put the wraps on Season 8...on the Back 9.

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We close season 8 of The Back 9 with a powerful episode, as we sit down with Owen Marcus, the founder of MELD and a pioneer in men's emotional wellness. Owen helps us explore the connection between somatic awareness and emotional authenticity. Owen shares some of his own journey to help us dive deep into why most men have never been taught how to feel, and how nervous system awareness can be the key to deeper connection, healing, and lasting transformation. Owen explains how vulnerability, safety and embodiment can reshape how men navigate stress and relationship -- both professional and personal -- in our everyday lives.

Whether you're navigating partnership, burnout or your own inner disconnect, this conversation unlocks the tools so many men are missing, and offers a raw and accessible path to become more connected from the inside out. So take the leap, with the Back 9.

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