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, inclu ...
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We created Mindset Mogul to empower people to live the best versions of themselves and to create a community of people who support and uplift each other. Our goal is to unlock mental freedom for 1 million people.
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Round 3: Ep. 15 - Allan Williams and Steve Mora: The Lives of our Fathers
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Friends, this one is special. It’s a Father's Day edition of "The Back 9," and so we’ve invited our own fathers to the studio to share the joys, the love and the lessons they’ve taken away from their lives to date. From their 8th and 9th decades, what can they tell all of us about what they learned on the journey from middle age to senior citizensh…
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Round 3: Ep. 14 - Lasting Conversations Host Heather Lockett: Being Ready for Relationship
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On this episode of The Back 9, we’re thrilled to welcome Heather Lockett, the brilliant mind behind the podcast "Lasting Conversations." Heather shares her fascinating journey through the stages of life that led to her becoming a resonant and influential podcast host. Her tales of transitioning from career, to and through motherhood, to ultimately …
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Round 3: Ep. 13 - Bushwood Spirits Founder Brad Carpenter: Building Your Support Group
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On this episode of the Back 9, we're joined by the remarkable Brad Carpenter, Founder of Bushwood Spirits and the gloriously named Back 9 Bourbon, who shares his incredible journey from a near-fatal accident to crafting a brand that's all about resilience and storytelling. You'll be captivated by the story of how his severe injury -- and a deep con…
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Round 3: Ep. 12 - Rock Star Frontman Matt Heafy: Spinning Negatives into Positives to Create a Harmonic Life
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Join us on this episode of the Back 9 as we shatter your image of what a rock star is and how a rock star behaves. Matt Heafy is the lead singer of the world-renowned metal band, Trivium, but he is so much more: He is a fantastically successful scorer of films and games, a cook, a restauranteur, a husband, a father, and a dedicated student of the w…
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Round 3: Ep. 11 - Holistic Healer Tracy McDonough – Using Healing Energy to Eliminate Stress, Reduce Anxiety and Create Deeper Connections
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Here on the Back 9, so many of us are looking to make life deeper, easier, less stressful. So welcome into a profound conversation with Tracy McDonough, the wizard, healer and Reiki practitioner behind Healing Moments. Tracy shares her blended brew of physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. Her insights on the impact of energy and vibrational …
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Round 3: Ep 10 – Pro Golfer/Broadcaster Brad Faxon: Insights from Golf and Being a Back 9 GirlDad
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As we launch into Season 3, we bring in our first ACTUAL golfer on the Back 9. We get into the swing former PGA Tour star Brad Faxon, as he joins us on the green to share the life lessons he’s learned in a long and prolific career. We touch on the technical, but really get into the relatable and personal as Brad invites us into his world off the co…
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TB9 ROUND 3 – Making the Turn: What it Means to Be a Man Today
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Friends, we warm up for our season 3 focus of exploring how men define masculinity today. We unravel the threads of modern manhood from the perspective of middle age and in an era which challenges previous norms. On this episode, we preview our understanding of strength and courage, how to avoid toxic bravado, and how to navigate the minefield of s…
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In our season two finale, we're clinking our glasses filled with a TB9-themed Bourbon, as we revisit the highlights of a stellar sophomore season, in which we peppered the conversation with the sharp observations and seasoned humor of some guests who are funny as they are insightful. We return to the conversations in which our friends provided mast…
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Round 2: Ep. 18 - Podcaster/Former NFL Star Marques Ogden – Show Your Scars
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Marques Ogden is a warrior. Not just because he played one of the most punishing positions in sports, and not just because he played it at an extremely high level. Marques Ogden is a warrior because of the strength he showed after his NFL playing days were over. A veteran of six NFL seasons, Marques nonetheless found himself post-playing career in …
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Round 2: Ep. 17 - Founder Scott Kelsey: The Power of Community
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Scott Kelsey builds communities. Some of his communities are more traditional and informal, like those rooted in fellowship, which is where we start our meaningful conversation. But there’s a big twist in this episode that provides the hook, when Scott shares his traumatic personal story that led him to become a professional community builder. On t…
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Round 2: Ep. 16 - Producer/Author GARY W. GOLDSTEIN – The Making of “Pretty Woman” and a Lifetime of Curiosity
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In this episode of TB9, we dive into magic, both in real life and on the silver screen. First, our guest, the incredibly accomplished Gary Goldstein, takes us behind the scenes of one of his most iconic films, “Pretty Woman” and shares details about Julia Roberts’ breakout performance and how the movie almost didn’t get made. It’s a fantastic story…
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Round 2: Ep. 15 - Founder/Activist Carolyn Moor – Grieving Hearts and Fresh Starts
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As we move through the back nine of life, we will increasingly encounter people in our friendship circles or as dating partners who have lost their previous partners. On this episode of the Back 9. we take a deep dive into this topic with the wonderful Carolyn Moor, founder of the Modern Widows Club. Carolyn shares her profound insights on losing h…
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Round 2: Ep. 14 - Actor/ Host/ Producer/ Communication Coach Dan Moriarty – The Art of the Blended Family
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On this episode of the Back 9, we introduce you to the exceedingly wise Dan Moriarty, a guy who has explored diverse pathways professionally as an actor, as a producer and as a Communication Coach. Dan shares experiences from this compelling career and how he has discovered unknown skillsets to continually evolve in his work, including his current …
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Round 2: Ep. 13 - Influencer/Podcaster Amanda Carroll / It's Happy Outside, a playbook for Brave Single Moms
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Within this must-listen episode lies a story of astonishing resilience and strength. It’s the story of Amanda Carroll, the founder of the Brave Single Moms podcast and brand. On the surface, it’s a story about a woman finding herself as a suddenly single parent, faced with the challenge of rebuilding a life for her and three children all under the …
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Round 2: Ep. 12 - Movie Producer/Entertainment Host MARK S. ALLEN – Lights, Camera, Redemption: Turning Serious Setbacks into Success
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On this episode we get REAL. Come meet Mark S. Allen, one of the most positive people you’ll ever hope to hear from, as he details his battle with – and redemption from – substance abuse. With joy and light in his heart, Mark discusses the defining moment of his problems, the steps he took to stare that moment in the face, and the choices he subseq…
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Round 2 - Ep. 11 - INFLUENCER/JULIE SHROYER – RELATIONSHIPS THAT ARE FAB OVER 50
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This episode of the Back 9 is all about leaning in, and we do so with a guest who has found the key to the transformative journey. Julie Shroyer has started the Fab Over 50 brand, which is geared towards leading Gen Xers to discovering and rediscovering their passions, and towards inspiring them to live an engaged and dynamic life. Julie reveals th…
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Round 2 - Ep. 10 - Comedian/Producer Nick Bakay-"To Live and Laugh in LA"
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Have we ever been waiting for this! The Season 2 guest list kicks off at the intersection of Hollywood and Brine, as we welcome a salt-of-the-earth guy who’s made it big. He’s Nick Bakay, the charismatic and down-to-earth co-creator of “Mom”, “Young Sheldon” and, most recently, Max’s acclaimed “Bookie”. Yes, Nick gives us a glimpse of how he’s craf…
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As we tee off on our second season, we embrace the sheer joy of anticipation. Our opening round delivered wonderful guests that resonated with each of you, and now we're ready to push our game just a little further. We've listened to your feedback. We’ve made some minor alterations. So we are eager to provide introspective, often hilarious guests, …
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For the final strokes of an unforgettable opening round, we invite you to join the celebration of the spiritual triumphs and soulful wisdom that have helped both our guests – and us -- through life's rough patches. Our season finale is a clubhouse gathering of stories, laughter, and takeaways that have made this season so uplifting, including the s…
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Round 1 - EP 18 - Carol Nigrelli: The Symphony of Life
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On this finishing hole of our opening round, we reach out to one of our mentors, the fabulous Carol Nigrelli, who passes on to us yet another wonderful lesson of the life well lived. Carol reminds us that the melody of life has its crescendos and decrescendos and that there is a sweet symphony that emanates from our resilience. For Carol, that’s no…
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Round 1- Ep-17- Kevin O’Neill: Rediscovering Joy
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We have a couple of mantras here on the Back 9. Be curious. Lean into joy. And our good buddy Kevin O’Neill embodies that. See, life has a way of tossing curveballs, and Kevin has had his fair share. From early fatherhood to having an autistic child later in life, to caring for a parent with Alzheimer’s Disease, Kevin has hung in the batter’s box t…
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Round 1- EP 16 - Jody Jackson: Shattering the Glass Ceiling
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We are headed west to visit with a voice that takes us back to days of yore. It’s our good friend, the Arizona sports maven, Jody Jackson. When she joined us as a colleague in Buffalo early in her career, Jody’s presence marked a seismic shift. She was at the forefront of women entering sports television. Her rise took her from up-and-coming ingenu…
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Round 1- EP 15- JUSTIN FARMER: The Never-Ending Search for the Authentic Path
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Some people seem to have always had it all. It’s rarely the case. For example, take our guest on Episode 15, Broadcast News Lion, Justin Farmer. Justin shares tales from his journey to the summit of network news to a search in the desert for something new, and then back on the trail of television journalism success. Along the way, Justin reveals th…
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Round 1- EP 14 - JIM RUSHTON: It’s Your Script
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As the New Year arrives, many of us assess the state of our happiness, and so we set new goals – perhaps outlining a new direction -- to achieve our objectives and find more joy. In Episode 14, we have a guest who has successfully navigated that trail and can help show us the way. He’s Jim Rushton, Senior Vice President, Business Strategy & Stadium…
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Our belated present to you... Dear Audience, This is our first female guest, Chicago media personality Kerry Sayers joins us. This episode will have broad appeal to women and men. Kerry offers perspective about finding love and solid relationships on the Back9. We peel back the layers of how to find that one person who clicks, not just in the flush…
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Round 1- EP 12- JON “CAL” CALLAHAN: "Lead with your Heart"
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How do you rewrite your story from the mid-point? It’s a similar question as to how to rescue your round when you aren’t satisfied with your game as you make the turn to the Back 9. This week, our guest is Jon “Cal” Callahan, the host of the Great Unlearn podcast and wellness brand, who now helps high-achieving people redefine their lives from purp…
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Round 1- EP 11- From Stanley Cups to Sippy Cups: Pete Hassen on Career Shifts and Starting a Family
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In Round 1, Episode 11, you're in for an insightful conversation as we welcome Pete Hassen, the charismatic Chief Marketing Officer of the National Hockey League Alumni Association. His career shift from winning the Stanley Cup as a top executive for the NHL’s Chicago Blackhawks to his new position with the NHL Alumni is peppered with lessons about…
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Welcome to a light-hearted conversation on the Back9 that'll give you a fresh perspective on dating in your 40s and 50s, especially after divorce. Your hosts, Dennis Williams, and Josh Mora visit with Denver radio personality Eric Goodman, and the three of them take us through their dating adventures and how they have each approached finding love a…
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Ever find yourself reflecting on life's journey and pondering what the future holds? That's exactly where my friend, Dennis Williams, and I found ourselves. Born out of a shared history as sportscasters, small college experiences, and navigating through the emotional landscapes of divorce and raising daughters, "The Back 9" podcast pulls back the c…
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Are you ready to tee up for a second shot at life? That's what we're here for. Welcome to The Back 9, your compass to navigate the complexities of midlife and beyond. We're your Hosts, Dennis Williams, and Josh Mora, we're excited to guide you toward more enriching experiences and deeper connections. Whether you're stepping onto a new career path, …
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Managing The Roller Coaster Of Entrepreneurship (Ep 70)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad discuss the roller coaster of entrepreneurship and how to separate emotions from the volatility of your business. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!…
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How To Hold Yourself Accountable In Your Business & Personal Life (Ep 69)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad answer a question from Steve about holding yourself accountable in business and personal life. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!By Josh Jacobs & Bradley Mora
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How To Guarantee Your Success & Financial Freedom (Ep 68)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad talk about lessons they've learned in their business career that may help you if you are young in your business career or looking to start a business. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!…
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Josh's Recent Failure - How Procrastination Kills Everything (Ep 67)
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In this episode, Josh talks about his most recent failure and shares lessons learned from it. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!By Josh Jacobs & Bradley Mora
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In this episode, Josh & Brad answer a question from an entrepreneur who is learning to build patience and look at things with a long term view. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!…
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Staying Disciplined While Still Enjoying Life (Ep 65)
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In this episode, the boys take accountability for their past week of decisions and talk about staying disciplined while enjoying life. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!…
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Josh & Brad Accountability Check In (Ep 64)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad check in with each other on their wins and losses for the last week. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!By Josh Jacobs & Bradley Mora
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How To Hire The Right People & Build A Successful Team (Ep 63)
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In this episode Josh & Brad talk about their processes and strategies for hiring team members in their businesses. This episode can help you if you are a business owner looking to grow your team or if you are an employee who wants to know what business owners look for. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoy…
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Your Network Is Your Net Worth - How To Grow Your Network With High Value People (Ep 62)
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In this episode Josh & Brad answer a question from Carlos related to growing his network with high value people. The boys give tips on how meet new people and surround yourself with winners. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really apprec…
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Josh & Brad Take Accountability - Recovering From Injury (Ep 61)
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In this episode Josh & Brad take accountability for decisions made over the last week and discuss recovering from injuries. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!By Josh Jacobs & Bradley Mora
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How To Respond To Bad Customer Feedback & Use It To Improve Your Services (Ep 60)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad answer a question from Katie about receiving negative feedback for her service-based business. We discuss how to receive feedback, analyze it, and what to do moving forward to improve customer experience. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a fo…
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The Boys Are Back! Accountability Pod - Why We Took A Break (Ep 59)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad talk about recent events that resulted in a short break from recording episodes. The boys are back! Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!By Josh Jacobs & Bradley Mora
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How To Positively Influence Yourself & Those Around You (Ep 58)
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In this episode Josh & Brad discuss how to influence yourself in a positive way and also those around you. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!By Josh Jacobs & Bradley Mora
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How To Figure Out What Business To Start? (Ep 57)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad answer a question from Chris regarding frameworks for how to know what business to start. He's recently had a kid and wants to get out of his physical labor-intensive job. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd rea…
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In this episode, we dive into the life of Omar Prestwich. Omar shares stories from his career as the head of social media for K Swiss to being the creative director for Wags Capital F&B, to crushing it as a freelance marketer. We also discuss his experience with 75 Hard and the benefits of living a disciplined life. Follow Omar: @omarprestwich Foll…
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Alcohol In Moderation VS Complete Abstinence (Ep 55)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad answer a question from Jeremiah regarding consuming alcohol in moderation or abstaining completely. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!By Josh Jacobs & Bradley Mora
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Josh Quits Smoking Weed After 17 Years As A Daily User (Ep 54)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad have an accountability pod and discuss major life changes made over the last week. Josh talks about his decision to quit smoking weed after 17 years of daily use. Listen in and let us know what you think. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a fo…
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The Story Of Ruben Resendez - From Food Stamps To $50,000,000 (Ep 53)
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In this episode Josh & Brad interview Ruben Resendez. Ruben is an internet marketing thought leader, president of adHere, family man, and Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year nominee. Ruben shares his inspiring story of growing up with humble beginnings, overcoming adversity, and building a business with a run rate of $50 million this year. Liste…
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Josh & Brad Take Accountability & Gain Major Clarity From Mistakes (Ep 52)
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In this episode, we discuss our decisions made over the last week and take accountability for the good and the bad ones. We also talk about how reflecting upon bad choices has given us so much clarity in what our priorities are. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow …
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How To Be More Resilient & Bounce Back From Set Backs Quicker (Ep 51)
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In this episode, Josh & Brad answer a question from David about bouncing back from setbacks and becoming more resilient. Follow Bradley Mora: @bradmora101 Follow Josh Jacobs: @mrjoshjacobs If you enjoyed this episode, please give us a follow and leave a review. We'd really appreciate it!By Josh Jacobs & Bradley Mora
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