Second Shot

Our hearts go out this week to the people of South Texas and Houston as they deal with the effects of Hurricane Harvey. However, the storm as been a reminder that there is good in the world. As Mr. Rogers said, in times of troubled news, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping." The crew also discusses​ why it's not a bad thing to strive for more money, and why your kid...

A special guest this week chats about why it's not always appropriate to let people know how fancy of a life you're living, especially if you're doing it on the taxpayer's dime. Also, you might think it's appropriate to flip the bird in traffic, but what if a whole group of little league softball players? And what the heck is profersonal?

What's it like to have $100 billion in the bank? One person knows, but it's not either of the guys. They discuss the value of money when you could buy whatever you want, and why having that much might not be a good thing. Also, how can one spot of corrosion lead to tragedy? The devil is in the details, and life is made of details.

You never want to burn bridges, and you definitely don't want to get caught doing it. The guys talk about a woman who did both and really stepped in it. Also, how would you like to pick your grades in school? Pick your wins and losses? Pick your perfect job and salary? One professor thinks the world can work that way.

What would you do if a check for $10 million fell into your lap? Your last answer might be to turn it down, but this week the guys explain why that could be the right move. Also, they say kindness is its own reward, but there's more proof that what goes around comes around, and you never know how your actions could return to you. And what's your biggest pet peeve?

The Guys kick off discussion this week with the story of Jordan Spieth’s incredible victory at the British Open and how to keep your head up when it seems that all the chips are down and the odds stacked against you, and a look at OJ Simpson’s Parole Hearing and determining how you learn to forgive yourself as well as removing your personal feelings when it comes to judging others. And how far is...

The Guys talk about former Baltimore Ravens safety Ed Reed’s three letter response to fame and the importance of minding what matters, before they dive into the three things anybody can cut back on to save money and why a little now can mean a lot later.

The Guys discuss the North Korea standoff and the key to making a choice when all of the options are bad before talking about Warren Buffett's secret to persuading others and why honesty is always the best policy.

The Guys review the story of a UK man who tried to make a statement at his office by wearing a dress to work and talk about why you shouldn’t let your attire shape your attitude before addressing Bill Cosby’s recent venture into Sexual Assault Allegation Seminars and discussing why transparency is the best policy when your reputation is on the line.

The Guys take a look at the story of Pennsylvania high school class President Peter Butera’s silencing at his Graduation speech and the reason you should respect somebody’s platform while respecting their message and discuss Elon Musk’s 5-Minute work schedule and how you shouldn’t be afraid to listen to others when their experience speaks for itself.

Chad and Heath are back! The Guys ponder an automated future and why you should spend more time doing and less time worrying before discuss the Dallas Cowboys Backup Quarterback Kellen Moore and the importance of believing in others when they believe in you.

Heath returns to the studio with pinch hitter co-host Robert Halbert to talk about how to handle hating your boss, the key to keeping your cool when things get rough, and reflect on his first two weeks as a dad.

Heath flies solo in Second Shot's first Quick Shot episode to dissect some recent celebrity news and uncover the reason we should all be spending less time thinking and more time doing.

Chad takes the reigns this week to congratulate Heath and Jenny on their new baby, discuss the Notre Dame Commencement Speech Walkout and the importance of putting up with the things you disagree with, and talk about Kathy Griffin's politically-charged photoshoot and the trouble with expressing yourself without considering consequences.

Matt fills in for Chad this week as Heath talks about the importance of keeping your emotions in check and why you shouldn't sweat the small stuff.

The Guys have Robert Halbert pinch-hit for Chad this week to discuss a recent scientific study into accuracy and the art of playing fast and loose versus slow and low, and take a look at the story of Travis Rudolph and the trick to being self aware and knowing when to take your shot.

The guys talk about the enchanting story of a Florida drug smuggler who tried turning meth into art and the problem with trying to make a bad strategy look good and discuss the fallacy of setting yourself up for easy wins through the lens of the top ten football bowl subdivision teams with the easiest non-conference schedules.

The guys discuss the mindset necessary for Astronaut Peggy Whitson’s 534 day tenure in space, the preparedness behind Matthew Bryce’s 32-hour fight for survival after getting lost at sea off the coast of Scotland, and talk about a few of the individuals that influenced Chad and Heath into the gentlemen they are today.

The guys talk about the NFL draft and the art of finding the features that aren’t listed on a stats sheet, discuss a viral blog post about a mom who tells her toddler’s teacher that she is simply “done with homework” and the parenting pressures that come with growing up, and Heath gets fired up about some recent run-ins with people who can’t keep their word.

Heath welcomes his wife Jenny into the studio and the men debate the gender wage gap with the women. Later, they interpret the Birthday celebration between George Bush & Bill Clinton and we uncover what drives each of them crazy about their spouses.

Chad & Heath ruminate on doing the right thing for the wrong reason and discuss when it’s worth it to stand your ground evaluating the United passenger who was forcibly removed from his flight after refusing to relinquish his seat.

The guys step outside the studio at Dallas Startup Week to talk about the trouble with self-driving cars and executive expectations for entry level positions.

The guys discuss the curious case of a man assaulted by hungry solicitors and a McDonald’s employee who leapt through a drive-thru window to help a customer.

The guys talk about the ten things that make a boss great to work for, discuss the logistics behind a recent viral video of a televised interview crashed by a couple of toddlers, and the guys field questions concerning their wardrobes.

The Guys discuss sales strategies for addressing your problems head on and how to turn “no’s” into wins.