Second Shot

The world is in the grip of coronavirus, but one man is not letting it keep him from getting his steps in. If you were under quarantine in your house, how much could you get done? We bet a marathon isn't on that list. Also, we have advice on how to raise your kids! But really, it's advice that any of us could take to heart. How many of these are you doing in your daily life? One thing that both kids and parents can agree on is that you should enjoy this new episode of Second Shot!

The city of Dallas has a new icon, completely by mistake. Dubbed "The Leaning Tower of Dallas," a failed implosion stands a lesson about knowing the whole story before you start to speak. And we've all heard about how corrupting a little bit of power can be, and that corruption can act like a snowball without the proper checks in place. How would you make sure to not end up in court one day because you didn't have enough people around you to say "no" every once in a while? Or maybe you need more people to say "YES" to this new episode fo Second Shot!

There's a new game in town, and it's a lesson in going back to the drawing board. Nearly two decades ago, the XFL couldn't quite score a touchdown with their unique brand of off-season football. But now? It looks like they used the time away to reinvent themselves. It's never too late to start over. And are you a food cheater? A lot of us are, and what does that really say about our desire to hide our food shame from our significant other. You definitely don't need to be ashamed to share this new episode of Second Shot!

Some things just seem like they'll be around forever. But the numbers are in, and it looks like the Oscars can teach us a lesson about resting on your laurels. Even good numbers can be bad when you're not planning for the future. And one couple is here to teach us the meaning of true love when a judge literally sentences them to live with each other. There are no easy fixes to marital problems, and that's certainly true when you're considering a prison sentence as a viable alternative. Happy Valentine's Day, and share with your loved one this new episode of Second Shot!

Put your goals in the universe and see what it gives back. For a couple big participants in The Big Game, their wishes came true in perhaps the most literal way possible. What could it mean for your dreams? And there are even more lessons to be learned from the Super Bowl, such as the importance of selling. Would you take a big job for free if it meant exposure to millions of people? We'll be happy if you share with just one other person how much love this new episode of Second Shot!

The world was shocked by the death of Kobe Bryant in a helicopter crash, and it's a stark reminder that our time on earth is not guaranteed. Are you making sure to check in on your loved ones? And who is more emotional work: men or women? A new study might have you questioning your assumption about who is and isn't calm in the office. Settle down and enjoy this new episode of Second Shot!

Have you ever seen something so obvious and think, "Why did it take so long to get here?" Out with the crackers and cheese, and in with the fried potatoes! These new snack trays are a reminder that there's no need to overthink things. Also, sometimes it's less about what you're saying than how you're saying it. One company found that a potentially good product can easily be overshadowed by a very creepy commercial. Grab your favorite french fries and enjoy this new episode of Second Shot!

When is a loophole a negative? When it's used against you, of course! One famous football coach found himself on the receiving end of some dirty tricks...stolen from his own playbook. They do say "What goes around, comes around." And what was once an excruciatingly embarrassing moment for one woman becomes the motivation for making a real life change. Thrill-seeking leads to the search for smaller clothing. Perhaps any positive growth should start with listening to this new episode of Second Shot!

"It's not about the food..."

Michael Hays had the same realization a lot of us probably have had: social media is really all that "social." Despite having tons of friends, he rarely interacted with them. So Michael set a goal for 2019: have lunch with a different friend every week of the year without fail.

If that sounds hard, it's because it is. What were his challenges? How did people respond? And most importantly, what did Michael learn along the way?

Second Shot Sit-Downs is an in-depth look at the people who inspire us, from your friends at Second Shot! This interview series is meant to highlight the types of people we talk about on the show: the people who really embody that idea of taking a Second Shot at business, at relationships, at life.

Businesses are always looking for ways to maximize productivity. How do you get the most out of your resources? When one company thought that employees were using their time in the restroom to relax rather than relieve, they arrived upon a solution that might be a little too on the nose. And life can throw a lot of things at you - surprise medical bills, home repairs, catfish. One woman found out the hard way that even natural predators can overestimate their abilities. What's that smell? It's a fresh episode of Second Shot!