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 creating the robust diet that is going to feed our future selves. From practical tips on managing blood sugar to building muscle mass, Barbie gives us a detailed roadmap to thriving in our 40s, 50s, and beyond.

So bring a pen, some paper and an open-mind to a delicious edition, of the Back 9.

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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 her podcast relevant, and how she leaned into her own self-awareness to manage her career crossroads. It’s a fantastic journey that offers insights into the intelligence of integrity.

So if you seek that kind of counsel, or desire to know about life well-lived after the spotlight, or you just want a map to some of the best lavatories in the land, you’ll want to join us, as we lift the lid on another episode of the Back 9.

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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 moments with Arnold Palmer, to his latest workshops featuring sports winners like Stacy Lewis, Dan Mullen and Chris Pronger. Kraig’s own story is a masterclass on embracing reinvention, finding your passion, and turning career pivots into success stories.

So whether you're eyeing your next big move or just love stories about people who keep getting up off the mat, this episode will inspire you to take the leap and chart your own path to success!

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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, plus we’ll have some announcements about exciting new twists to the podcast. And in this season one of us is getting hitched, so let’s get ready to walk down the aisle…on Season 5…of the Back 9.



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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 relationships, as partners, as fathers and, most of all, how we can be better men to ourselves.

What we learned this Season 4 is that this level of growth isn’t always easy, and there’s work to do both spiritually and physically, but there’s incredible value in working through discomfort. So join us for an episode that reminds us how paying attention to the small details leads to huge opportunities for joy. It’s a great concept to share as we make our way through the Back 9.

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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 assertive with being emotionally grounded. We explore how men can move beyond outdated “tough guy” personas to embrace authenticity, vulnerability and self-awareness in order to discover our true strength within. It’s a conversation that shows us how to incorporate mindfulness into our actions, to improve relationships, to create more intimacy and connection and to be more present in every moment of our lives. So join us for a wonderful inquiry into what it means to be a healthy 21st century man, on this edition of the Back 9.



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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 French horn at a young age, to the work he put in to conquer the fiercely competitive world of professional orchestras. Along the way, we discuss the similarities between elite artists and elite athletes, the importance of resilience, and the joys and challenges of raising children – and nourishing their dreams – from the perspective of a highly accomplished, completely dedicated performer. It’s a refreshing and insightful perspective on what it takes to pursue your passion, wherever it may lead, on this edition of the Back 9.



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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 maybe more importantly he details the challenge of redefining life after football. Ruben talks us through the transition from the wonderful camaraderie and intense grind that defines the sport, to finding new passions in retirement, all while staying connected with his roots and embracing the role of a dedicated father. It’s a candid, optimistic look at a superstar’s life after the cheering stops, so whether you're a football fan or simply interested in stories of resilience and reinvention, this conversation with Ruben Brown will leave you inspired and eager for more to explore on the Back 9.



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