🎙️ Don’t Gain the Holiday 15: Staying Fit Through Food, Family & Fatigue | Dads, Deals & Dumbbells Ep. 27 🎄💪

The holidays are NOT a fitness plan. 😂
In this episode, Joe (lawyer-dad) and Dr. Quill (chiropractor-dad) unpack the TRUTH about holiday weight gain — and how to actually stay on track without skipping the stuffing or becoming the guy doing burpees in the garage while everyone else is drinking eggnog.

If you're a dad trying to hold the line between family time, fitness, and food comas — this one’s for you.

🔥 In This Episode:
• How much weight people really gain during the holidays (spoiler: it adds up over time)
• Why stress wrecks your metabolism — and your workout motivation
• How to sneak in fitness without being "that guy" at family parties
• 5 no-nonsense strategies to stay strong without going full Grinch on dessert
• The small habits that beat the January guilt trip

💡 Top Holiday Health Hacks:
🥩 Protein-First Rule
🚶‍♂️ Walk After Meals
🧠 Avoid the “Write-Off Season” Mindset
🥤 Hydrate Before You Celebrate
🧘‍♂️ Pack a Stress Strategy (a.k.a. emotional fire extinguisher 🔥)

👨‍👧‍👦 Whether you’re crushing workouts or crushing pie, this episode gives realistic advice for real dads who want to enjoy the holidays without falling off the wagon (or into the cookie tin).

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Got a hack, a fail, or a wild holiday story? Email us at dadsdealsanddumbbells@gmail.com

💥 Dads, Deals & Dumbbells is the podcast where fatherhood meets business hustle and barbells. Hosted by two entrepreneurial dads figuring it out in real time — one rep, one bedtime story, and one bad Amazon purchase at a time.

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Welcome back to Dads, Deals & Dumbbells — where dad life meets business hustle and barbells.

In this episode, we break down the 5 foundational lifts every dad should master to stay strong, injury-free, and ready for whatever life (or your toddler) throws at you. Chiropractor Dr. Mitch Quill leads the charge with pro-level form tips, real-life dad applications, and video demos for each lift. Joe drops his usual wit, dad hacks, and gym truths—because strength should be functional.

🧰 Whether you’re hauling groceries, tossing your kid in the pool, or just trying not to throw your back out, this episode is your blueprint to lifting like a real-world dad.

🔹 Covered in this episode:

Deadlift: The Costco-haul king

Squat: Built for toddler rides & dad stamina

Farmer Carry: All the bags. One trip. No help.

Overhead Press: Power + posture + pool throws

Pull-Ups: Control your body. Own your strength.

🔥 Watch the form demos:

Deadlift

Squat

Farmer Carry

Overhead Press

Pull-Ups

🧠 This Week’s Dad Hack:
How to keep your kids from acting like maniacs in public.

💪 Quill’s Corner:
Back-saving bracing tips + longevity advice for dads who still want to pick up their kids and lift heavy.

🎯 Your challenge:
Do all 5 lifts this week. Post or tag us @DadsDealsDumbbells
with your version of the “Dad Lift Challenge.”

👍 Like, subscribe, and drop a comment telling us which lift you need the most work on — or your favorite “dad strength” moment.

Watch the videos we show here via these links:
Dead lift: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/vfKwjT5-86k
Squat: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/MLoZuAkIyZI
Farmers carry: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/UZ2KpWXqvXQ
Overhead Press: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Xur1K3Z8q0U
Pull-ups: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aAggnpPyR6E

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Episode 25 – Go Big or Go Broke? Knowing When to Expand Your Business | Dads, Deals & Dumbbells Podcast

Is business expansion a smart move… or a fast track to bankruptcy?

In this episode of Dads, Deals & Dumbbells, Joe and Dr. Quill tackle one of the biggest decisions entrepreneurs face: when (and how) to scale your business without blowing it up. Joe’s right in the middle of a major office expansion, and he’s sharing the good, the bad, and the brutally honest lessons from the front lines.

We’re talking:

The signals that tell you it’s time to grow

The risks that kill most expansions

Real stats every business owner should know before signing that lease

And of course… a no-holds-barred round of Deal or Dumbbell: Expansion Edition

Whether you’re running a single-location business or planning your empire, this episode will give you the mindset, metrics, and muscle to scale smart.

Hosted by:
Joe Giamanco – Lawyer, entrepreneur, and dad of two
Dr. Mitchell Quill – Chiropractor, business owner, and dad of three

Segments this episode:

Wins & Fails of the Week

The State of Business Expansion (w/ must-know stats)

Deal or Dumbbell: Expansion Edition

Closing Takeaways for Smart Scaling

Let us know in the comments:
Are you planning to expand? What’s holding you back?

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Episode 24: Social Media Smarts – Myths, Realities & Real Growth for Everyday Businesses

Think social media is only for influencers and flashy brands? Think again.

In this episode, Joe (lawyer-dad) and Dr. Quill (chiro-dad) cut through the BS and break down how real entrepreneurs—dads juggling families, businesses, and burpees—can actually use social media without losing their minds.

We’re myth-busting the big ones:
You need to be everywhere to win
Followers = sales
Going viral is the only way to grow

Instead, we talk platform strategy (for real businesses, not just creators), how to pick the right 1-2 channels, and why authenticity, not algorithms, is your real superpower.

Plus:

“Deal or Dumbbell” dives into viral myths

“Joe’s Judgments” serves legal truth on social media traps

“Quill’s Corner” offers a scroll detox for mental clarity

And yep, we share our own wins and hilarious fails (including one terrible TikTok attempt)

Whether you're running a small business, side hustle, or just want to stop doom-scrolling and start growing—this one’s for you.

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From depositions to dough tosses, this week we’re joined by Ric “Showbiz” Gruber — former attorney turned CEO of Billy Bricks Pizza. He’s a dad, a delegator, and a guy who thinks cold pizza and black coffee is a legit breakfast (questionable… but we’re listening).

In this episode, we dive into:

How fatherhood reshaped Ric’s entrepreneurial path

What it takes to leave law for the pizza biz

Why your car might be your best therapy office

How Ric stays fit, focused, and fired up as a dad and business owner

The F3 fitness movement and what gets him up before the sun

Plus, we hit:
Dad Hack of the Week
Deal or Dumbbell (Pineapple on pizza? You already know…)
Quill’s Corner health tips for hands-on dads
Real talk on balancing business and parenting without burning out

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Check out Billy Bricks! https://www.billybrickshq.com/
Get in touch with Ric Gruber: @ricgruber on all platforms and for work it’s @billybrickshq

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Dads, Deals & Doing Good: The Christmas Mission with Lee Bush, Jr. | Dads, Deals & Dumbbells: The Podcast

In this heartwarming holiday episode, we sit down with Lee Bush, Jr., the powerhouse dad behind Operation Christmas Bolingbrook — a grassroots mission bringing toys, hope, and community cheer to families in need.

Joe and Dr. Quill dive into:

What sparked Lee’s journey to start a local giving movement

How he balances keeping food on the table with volunteering so much of his time

The chaos (and beauty) of organizing toy drives at scale

How he balances fatherhood, marriage, and mission work

Why teaching your kids to serve might be the ultimate dad win

Of course, we still deliver our signature segments:
“Deal or Dumbbell” goes full holiday mode — from Elf on the Shelf to Secret Santa drama
“Joe’s Judgment” tackles legal risks of eggnog-fueled company parties

“Quill’s Corner” shares tips on staying healthy without skipping the Christmas cookies

This episode is a reminder that being a great dad goes beyond your front door. If you’ve ever wondered how to give back without burning out, or how to get your family involved in something bigger than themselves — this one’s for you.

Learn more or donate at: https://operationchristmasbolingbrook.org

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Welcome to Dads, Deals & Dumbbells — where fatherhood meets entrepreneurship, fitness, and figuring it all out in real-time.

We’re Joe (a lawyer) and Dr. Quill (a chiropractor), two dads balancing kids, clients, and the constant pursuit of progress. Whether you're side-hustling for freedom, creativity, or just diaper money — you're in good company.

In This Episode:

We’re talking side hustles — the good, the bad, and the hilarious. You’ll hear:

Why more dads are building businesses after bedtime

Side-hustle horror stories (think: melted Cricut machines and sugarless cookies)

How to pick a hustle that fits your life (and doesn’t ruin it)

And why not every hobby needs to become a “brand”

Recurring Bits You’ll Love:

Big Takeaways:

Start small. Validate fast. Don’t chase trends.

Your side hustle should energize you — not exhaust you.

Talk to your partner. Hustle affects the whole household.

Build your business, but don’t break your body.

Don’t forget to subscribe and share this with a dad who's grinding just like you.

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Parenting just got an upgrade — thanks to AI.

In this episode of Dads, Deals & Dumbbells: The Podcast, Joe and Dr. Quill break down how artificial intelligence is quietly becoming every dad’s secret weapon. From creating custom bedtime stories to meal planning, homework help, family scheduling, and even coaching you through tough parenting conversations — AI isn’t sci-fi anymore, it’s dad-tech.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

How parents are actually using AI (with fresh stats)

Real dad-friendly use cases: bedtime stories, chore charts, meal planning & more

Tips for non-techy dads to get started with AI today

Quill’s Corner: Why you should stop Googling your kid’s rash at 3 a.m.

Big takeaways: AI won’t parent for you — but it can save you time, energy, and sanity

Whether you’re juggling bedtime chaos, work emails, or just trying to keep your head above dad life, this episode shows how to make AI your unpaid assistant.

Got your own AI dad hacks (or fails)? Drop them in the comments, or DM us!
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Listen in, subscribe, and join us as we talk dad life, business wins, and barbell struggles — all in one place.

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