The Dad Bods and Dumbbells Podcast

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Jungian analyst Susan Schwartz to talk about what makes a father emotionally present, not just physically around. We dig into trust, pressure, phones, sports, and how our own unfinished stories can quietly land on our kids. • emotional presence as daily curiosity, not proximity • asking better questions about feelings, friends, dreams, and body changes • follow-up conversations about puberty and sex that stay calm and real • why internet access raises the sta...

Send us Fan Mail We celebrate checked-off goals at 51, from a powerlifting meet to singing the national anthem, then pivot to a real talk breakdown of body dysmorphia versus everyday insecurity. Peptides, recovery, sports highs, and a four-jar balance check give listeners tools they can use now. • sponsor shoutouts and peptide basics for recovery and fat loss • bloodwork-led protocols and first steps • hitting age-50 goals and managing performance nerves • Rivian sport mode update and joy of...

Send us Fan Mail We dig into how peptides and doctor-guided HRT can protect muscle, reduce fat, and restore energy with real oversight and bloodwork. Jack and Nathan from Optimize share safe protocols, timelines, and why microdosing GLP‑1s plus recomposition stacks beat crash weight loss. Optimize Health & Performance is more than telehealth—it’s a belief that with the right protocols, you can elevate your life personally and professionally, physically and mentally. We’re here to help y...

Send us Fan Mail We swap quick fixes for steady wins and answer the internet’s top fitness questions with simple, durable strategies. From two-day strength splits to real motivation and better form, we map out a plan you can keep without chasing deadlines. • sponsor highlight and monthly $50 discount at Optimize Health and Performance • why people start then quit: external vs intrinsic motivation • consistency beats intensity and event-driven goals • how many days to train: two full-body ses...

Send us Fan Mail We trade grand resolutions for durable habits, centering presence with family, disciplined training, and honest self-work. We also introduce our new Wellness Sponsor: Optimize Health and Performance for physician-guided solutions, and set the tone for a more intentional season two. • holiday reset and a slower start to the year • quick college football reactions and fan life • sponsor intro and why safe peptide access matters • peptides for weight loss, recovery and recomp •...

Send us Fan Mail First of all, HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO Mitch (Dec. 18th). As we are on a hiatus, here is a deep track episode from the Mindset Forge Podcast discussing Mindset around peak performance. In this Episode, we explore how elite performers push past the brain’s early stop signal and how mindful acceptance turns pressure into presence. Taylor Brown shares the Brown–Harvard sprint, a sub‑5 mile journey, and practical tools to loosen rigid expectations and focus on controllables...

Send us Fan Mail In this Bonus Episode, Barton and David explore how discomfort, discipline, and honest self-assessment create growth in midlife, guided by 17-time Ironman. From signing up for scary goals to choosing sobriety and leading as a dad, we focus on practical ways to expand your comfort zone and set real priorities. • season focus on thriving men aged 40 to 60 • mindset shift that pain signals growth not danger • choosing sports that match your wiring and joy • fear of the un...

Send us Fan Mail We rethink work-life balance with clear tactics for busy dads, cutting screens and excuses in favor of short, targeted workouts, better sleep, and deeper presence at home. Along the way, we talk faith, identity, forgiveness, and why some games deserve to be turned off. • sponsor update on oral peptides and semaglutide options • micro-workouts anchored to fixed routines • early training tradeoffs and sleep priorities • ditching all-or-nothing thinking in fitness • time audits...

Send us Fan Mail Barton shares updates on Mitch’s new, focus, and Bart's 18 years of marriage. He also digs into the real differences between building muscle and building strength. Barton updates listeners on Ryon Talbot and Barton's Premium member workout at Tiger ATX and practical tips on weighted vests and farmer’s carries in the neighborhood. • Mitch’s Oregon Ducks, Hoosiers take, marathon plan, and powerlifting focus • Premium member workout at Tiger ATX and cardio reality check •...

Send us Fan Mail We trade jokes for honesty and talk about aging, injury, and the fear of being average, then land on a challenge: pick one thing and be undeniable. Adult competition, powerlifting vs marathons, and real talk about identity turn a casual catch-up into a turning point. • sponsor shoutouts and premium member thanks • health updates: knees, hamstring, cold plunge, cleats • youth feedback on aging skills and passing • camaraderie, community, and competing after 40 • effort vs inj...

Send us Fan Mail We thank the community, shout out premium members, and reflect on Ryon’s courage to share his story, share his race results to unpack a bigger theme: fitness as the most reliable common denominator of success. From dad-league soccer to strength training stats, we make a practical case for starting now and modeling discipline for our kids. • gratitude for listeners, shares and premium support • sponsor shout and link to Solutions Pharmacy • Ryan’s interview debrief and race w...

Send us Fan Mail Mitch announces his plan to break a Guinness World Record at the Austin Marathon by running the entire race dressed as a book to promote literacy, potentially making him a two-time record holder. • Reflecting on last week's popular episode with Ryan O'ay about sobriety and identity shifts in midlife • Exploring fatherhood challenges and how men often project their own "not-enoughness" onto their children • Discussing the importance of letting children find joy in activ...