Second Shot
284 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★★ - 244 ratingsHeath Oakes is a millennial mogul whose Ignorance on Fire led him to fail his way to success.
Jenny Anchondo is an Emmy-award winning journalist whose sharp eye and biting wit have led to her storied career in television.
Together, they tackle today’s headlines — in way only an odd couple with a dash of perfect opposite can.
The headlines are a jumping off point and this duo takes it from there, to give the audience a “Second Shot” and pull a life lesson from the news of the day. The goal is inspiration, motivation and up-leveling your life.
So kick back, relax, and join the conversation. This is Second Shot, with your hosts, Heath Oakes and Jenny Anchondo.
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Episodes
Episode 33: Fake Minds & Real Hearts
September 08, 2017 19:35 - 30 minutes - 41.9 MBCould the Terminator become reality? Elon Musk seems to think so. The guys explain why putting the cart before the horse can be a good thing, especially when World War III is on the table. Also, are people fed up with Hollywood? Tinseltown seems to think, but their reasons might not be the same as yours. And what do you get when you combine a couple of big hearts with a U-Haul that doesn't have a governor? A lot of thankful people.
Episode 32: Love Thy Neighbor & The Love of Money
September 01, 2017 15:04 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBOur 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 shouldn't always come first.
Episode 31: Showing Off & Showing Class
August 25, 2017 17:28 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBA 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?
Episode 30: Too Much Cash & Too Little Care
August 18, 2017 16:17 - 31 minutes - 43.4 MBWhat'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.
Episode 29: Loafin' & Learnin'
August 11, 2017 18:34 - 31 minutes - 43.7 MBYou 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.
Episode 28: Big Budget Basketball & Small Town Sincerity
August 04, 2017 19:44 - 29 minutes - 40.1 MBWhat 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?
Episode 27: Preserving Hope & Reserving Judgement
July 28, 2017 19:11 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBThe 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 too far to go for a win?
Episode 26: Shrugging Off & Saving Up
July 21, 2017 22:31 - 32 minutes - 44.3 MBThe 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.
Episode 25: Carefully Choosing & Persuading Precisely
July 14, 2017 21:42 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBThe 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.
Episode 24: Dressing Up & Addressing Down
July 07, 2017 16:58 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MBThe 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.
Episode 23: Talking it Out & Listening Up
June 30, 2017 19:11 - 31 minutes - 43 MBThe 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.
Episode 22: Worrying Less & Believing More
June 23, 2017 22:19 - 29 minutes - 41 MBChad 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.
Episode 21: Professional Anger & Personal Peace
June 16, 2017 18:52 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MBHeath 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.
Quick Shot: How to Live Life Like Most Never Will
June 09, 2017 23:52 - 8 minutes - 11.5 MBHeath 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.
Episode 20: Improper Protesting & Improbable Photography
June 02, 2017 21:52 - 29 minutes - 40.7 MBChad 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.
Episode 19: Roller Coaster Emotions & Freight Train Expectations
May 26, 2017 21:18 - 33 minutes - 46 MBMatt 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.
Episode 18: Aiming for Success & Taking Your Shot
May 19, 2017 18:21 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBThe 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.
Episode 17: The Highest Lows & The Lowest Highs
May 12, 2017 20:40 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBThe 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.
Episode 16: Lost at Sea & Found in Space
May 05, 2017 21:10 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBThe 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.
Episode 15: Drafting for Greatness & Hopeless Homework
April 28, 2017 21:21 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MBThe 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.
Episode 14: Battle of the Sexes & Frenemies
April 21, 2017 17:30 - 30 minutes - 42 MBHeath 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.
Episode 13: A Criminal Proposal & Fight or Flight
April 14, 2017 15:19 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MBChad & 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.
Episode 12: Self-Driving Responsibility & Entry Level Expectations
April 07, 2017 16:52 - 32 minutes - 45.1 MBThe 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.
Episode 11: How NOT to Get a Free Lunch & The Drive-Thru Savior
March 31, 2017 17:37 - 30 minutes - 41.2 MBThe 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.
Episode 10: Managing Management & Perception Versus Reality
March 24, 2017 19:23 - 29 minutes - 41 MBThe 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.
Episode 9: Telephone Phobia & Smoke Screen Objections
March 17, 2017 17:49 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MBThe Guys discuss sales strategies for addressing your problems head on and how to turn “no’s” into wins.
Episode 8: Business & Basketball
March 10, 2017 16:47 - 30 minutes - 42 MBThe Guy's discuss the importance of marching to the beat of your own drum through Dirk Nowitzki's 30-thousand point milestone and analyze the teamwork mentality in Russell Westbrook's Game-Changing MVP status.
Episode 7: Walking into Work & Walking out of Work
March 03, 2017 19:32 - 30 minutes - 41.6 MBThe Guys recall the inspiring tale of Patrick, a Plano resident who leaves for work 3 hours early so he can walk to his job in McKinney, and debate the merits of February's "Day Without an Immigrant" protest.
Episode 6: Nature Versus Nurture & Cell-Phone Parenting
February 24, 2017 20:28 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBThe Guys discuss the parental hurdle of paying more attention to your phone than your child and the remarkable tale of a mother and her newborn weathering a savage storm.
Episode 5: Success in the Super Bowl and Beyond
February 17, 2017 19:00 - 31 minutes - 43.3 MBThe Guys discuss the New England Patriots incredible comeback in the second half of Super Bowl 51 and address the significance of strong leadership, both on and off the field.
Episode 4: John Wilkie's Sixty-Foot Fall & Robotic Baristas
February 10, 2017 19:19 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBThe Guys discuss John Wilkie's fall 60 feet short of an Arizona Marathon finish line and address concerns about robots taking over the American workplace.
Episode 3: Muhammad Sanu & Millennials
February 03, 2017 00:46 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBThe Guys discuss Muhammad Sanu’s participation in the Super Bowl as a practicing Muslim and offer their distinctive brand of southern wisdom towards Forbes’ “Top 4 Skills Employers Want To See In Millennials In 2017.”
Episode 2: Usain Bolt & A Dog on a Chain
February 03, 2017 00:44 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBThe Guys discuss Usain Bolt's postgame Gold Medal loss due to the drug use of a fellow teammate and recap the inspiring story of a fifteen year old dog's first taste of freedom.
Episode 1: Meet the Guys
February 03, 2017 00:42 - 18 minutes - 24.8 MBIn Episode 1, Chad and Heath introduce themselves and their uniquely southern brand of wit and wisdom to the podcasting world.