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The Back 9 - Midlife, Best Life.

Dennis Williams, Josh Mora
Relationships
Divorce
Mental Health
Dating
Personal Growth
Parenting
Retirement Planning
Financial Literacy
Emotional Intelligence
Resilience
NHL
Golf
Family Life
Hockey
Health and Wellness
Media Industry
Sports Broadcasting
Radio Broadcasting
Broadcast Journalism
Coaching

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, cov... more

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Sometimes we get to a point in life and realize that we are spending so much time focused on the future for our family, that we've lost sight of the life we're living right now. This week on The Back 9, entrepreneur Philip Crutchfield talks about bec... more

Divorce can feel like the worst thing that's ever happened to you. For Kurt Heide, it once did. When his first marriage ended, Kurt suddenly found himself raising three young children as a single father while trying to hold together his career and hi... more

This week on **The Back 9**, ESPN 1000 Chicago's **Marc Silverman** joins us to talk football, fatherhood and the non-Hodgkin's lymphoma diagnosis that changed the way he thinks about his time.

Now six years in remission, Silvy shares how therapy, ... more

Three years ago, The Back 9 was born over late-night hot dogs and cheese fries at Chicago's legendary Wiener's Circle. This week, we sit down with one of the guys who owns it. Investor and restaurant owner Ari Levy talks about preserving—and reinvent... more

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Recent Guests

Kurt Heide
Founder of Heide International; mortgage broker; NADP member
Heide International / NADP
Episode: TB9, S14, E12 -- Divorce Professional Kurt Heide -- Divorce Is Emotional. Your Decisions Can't Be.
Marc Silverman
ESPN 1000 Chicago radio personality
ESPN 1000 (Chicago)
Episode: TB9, S14, E11 | Chicago Sports Radio Legend Marc Silverman — Reasons to Believe
Ari Levy
Owner of Wiener Circle, founder and CIO of Lakeview Investment Group
Lakeview Investment Group; Wiener Circle
Episode: TB9, S14, E10: Investor/Wiener's Circle Owner Ari Levy -- Two Divorces and a Hot Dog Stand.
Eric Saperstein
Author and educator, former Fox Sports and Golf Channel producer/director
Author of Simplify the Split
Episode: TB9, S13, E18 | Author/Educator Eric Saperstein — Divorce Is Expensive. Here's How Not to Make It Worse
Ron Lieber
Money writer for The New York Times, author of The Price You Pay for College
The New York Times
Episode: TB9, S13, E17: NY Times Money Columnist Ron Lieber -- The Price You Pay for College
Diana Romanov
Family attorney and podcaster focused on divorce
Divorce Like a Boss / YouTube channel
Episode: TB9, S13, E16 -- ATTORNEY/AUTHOR Diana Romanov -- Divorce Like A Boss
Rachel Blogg
Mental performance coach, licensed psychotherapist, and podcaster
Self-employed; Imperfectly Human podcast
Episode: TB9, S13, E15: Mental Performance Coach Rachel Blogg -- Anxiety You Never Saw Coming
Cal Callahan
Founder of The Great Unlearn Podcast and author of Unlearn
The Great Unlearn Media
Episode: TB9, S13, E14: Author Cal Callahan — When Success Isn't Enough
Henry Yoshida
Financial planner and entrepreneur
RocketDollar.com (current active company) / Retired.com (parent)
Episode: TB9, S13, E13: Entrepreneur/Financial Guru Henry Yoshida -- The Money Conversation Every Second Couple Needs

Hosts

Dennis Williams
Host of The Back 9; long-running co-host with focus on midlife reinvention and storytelling.
Josh Mora
Co-host focused on relationships, midlife transitions, and practical guidance.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 75 ratings
  • Great perspective

    As we make the turn in life and travel the Back 9 it’s important to have a solid road map of where you have been and where you are going and these guys and their guests help chart the course.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Row Jimmy JGB
    United States8 months ago
  • Serial Entrepreneur

    I am new to The Back 9, so appreciate meeting Dennis and being introduced. The podcast really resonates with me, I am in the back 9 of life and have been an entrepreneur for 27 years. I am enteral seeker of joy and balance so happy to have found a podcast that speaks to those goals personally and a community of the same seekers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    islandrulesgirl
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent…I will be a regular!

    I’m intrigued by the name, given a decent amateur golf history, but the comparison and narrative to life in general was very relatable. Especially in today’s world, specifically speaking the Dudley Hart interview was very cool! Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GF-2025
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 Stars!!

    We had the best time as a guest on The Back 9 podcast! Dennis and Josh made it an absolutely fantastic experience and we can’t wait to be back. They were so welcoming and made it really easy to open up and share our thoughts and experiences. These guys are truly a class act and we’re looking forward to flipping the script soon on the Sweet and Spicy podcast! Thanks for having us on! Carolina (aka Spicy)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    C.Rush (Spicy)
    United States2 years ago
  • Love the Back 9!

    Love the content,

    especially being in the Back 9 of life! Highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liberated Mama
    United States2 years ago

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TB9, S14, E10: Investor/Wiener's Circle Owner Ari Levy -- Two Divorces and a Hot Dog Stand.
Q: How has your experience with your family legacy and the Wiener Circle influenced your outlook on building places and experiences people remember?
It's about preserving the core experience while expanding the brand into events and community-driven spaces that keep the authentic energy intact.
TB9, S14, E10: Investor/Wiener's Circle Owner Ari Levy -- Two Divorces and a Hot Dog Stand.
Q: Two divorces must have shaped your approach to dating and relationships—how did the experience influence your current relationship and priorities?
Therapy and self-care, better sleep, and choosing partners with shared values and long-standing friendships as a foundation have changed how I approach relationships.
TB9, S14, E10: Investor/Wiener's Circle Owner Ari Levy -- Two Divorces and a Hot Dog Stand.
Q: You've had so much success in investing and you come from a remarkable family legacy—what feels more important now, wealth, partner, or experiences?
All of those things are important to me, but the top five priorities are love, wealth, experiences, and business, with love and health guiding how I measure wealth and happiness.
TB9, S13, E17: NY Times Money Columnist Ron Lieber -- The Price You Pay for College
Q: What's the value of a college degree in today's economy?
Lieber explains that value depends on how you define success and that college offers not just a credential but people, learning, and networks that matter, with ROI varying by major, school, and labor market.
TB9, S13, E16 -- ATTORNEY/AUTHOR Diana Romanov -- Divorce Like A Boss
Q: What are the most important financial steps to prepare for a divorce?
Create and disclose full financial records, hire independent forensic accountants, and prepare a detailed post-separation accounting and marital settlement agreement to avoid last-minute disputes.

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The show centers on midlife reinvention, personal growth, and balancing family, career, and health. Across episodes, conversations routinely blend practical life strategies with candid storytelling—from rebuilding careers and dating after divorce to cultivating healthier relationships and healthier habits. A distinctive thread is using each guest's real-world journeys—entrepreneurs, athletes, lawyers, therapists, and coaches—to illustrate second chances, self-discovery, and purpose during life's second half. Expect warm humor, actionable takeaways, and a practical emphasis on mindset, accountability, and community. A notable strength is the host pairing's chemistry, which keeps conversations down-to-earth while tackling weighty topics with ... more

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Recent guests on The Back 9 include:

1. Kurt Heide
2. Marc Silverman
3. Ari Levy
4. Eric Saperstein
5. Ron Lieber
6. Diana Romanov
7. Rachel Blogg
8. Cal Callahan

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