This week, we’re joined by Ed Leon: retired law enforcement officer, OCR race director, entrepreneur, and a dad of 27 years. From leading federal investigations to launching Frontline OCR and even crafting Irish shillelaghs (yep, really), Ed brings the grit, leadership, and dad wisdom that only comes from decades of showing up.

In this episode:

How to stay strong in your 40s, 50s, and beyond

Why obstacle course racing (OCR) is more dad-friendly than you think

What 27 years of fatherhood teaches you about balance, grit, and family

How law enforcement shaped Ed’s approach to parenting and entrepreneurship

And Ed’s best dad hack for stress-free family trips 🚐

Recurring Bits:

Dad Hack of the Week: courtesy of our guest

Joe’s Judgments: Can volunteer workout group leaders be sued? (Legal hot take inside)

Whether you're a dad trying to keep up with your kids, grow your business, or survive another school pickup line, this one’s for you.

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“Mortgages, Mindset & Writing the Damn Book – with Otis Gatlin”

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 Episode Summary:
In this episode, we sit down with Otis Gatlin — mortgage expert, mindset coach, and author of The Mortgage Manual. Otis shares how he balances dad life with a high-pressure finance career, what inspired him to finally write that damn book, and why educating yourself before applying for a mortgage is non-negotiable. If you’re a dad chasing big goals (and maybe a few hours of sleep), this one's for you.

What You’ll Hear:

A game-changing “Dad Hack” from Otis

Otis’ journey from underwriting to authorship

The mistakes people make (and how to avoid them)

How discipline helped him finish his book

The balancing act of being a present dad and a productive entrepreneur

Straight-up takeaways on finance, focus, and fatherhood

Key Takeaways:

Financial confidence starts with clarity — get educated before you apply.

Want to write a book? Don’t wait for perfect. Break it down and show up.

Being a present dad 

Whether you’re underwriting or unloading the dishwasher, discipline wins.

Guest Info:
Otis Gatlin is a government-certified mortgage underwriter, advocate for affordable housing, and author of The Mortgage Manual. His mission? Help families achieve homeownership — and fix the system while he's at it.

Grab Otis’ book: https://a.co/d/gy4HRHr 

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This week, we’re joined by Bobby “StayPuft” Dobroski — CPR instructor, entrepreneur, and fellow dad warrior. Bobby’s the founder of DobroSkills CPR, where he teaches life-saving skills to parents, kids, first responders, and organizations… all while navigating dad life, and entrepreneurship.

We dig into:

Why every family needs CPR training

Sneaking in fitness when life’s chaos won’t stop

The real story behind “20 minutes of screen time” (spoiler: it’s a lie we all tell ourselves)

The highs and fails of dad life and running a business from home

Bobby’s journey from teacher → stay-at-home dad → business owner

Recurring Segments in This Episode:
🛠 Dad Hack of the Week
💪 Quill’s Corner

Class Dates Mentioned:
📅 Babysitter CPR & First Aid – Sept 6
📅 Become Your Own Instructor – Sept 21

Connect with Bobby:
🌐 https://www.dobroskills.net/ 
📱 https://www.facebook.com/Dobroskills.net 

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Dads, Deals and Dumbbells;  The Podcast - "Building Brotherhood & Closing Deals – Sal Gaddam on Dad Life, Networking, and Real Estate Hustle"

What happens when you’re a dad, a top Keller Williams realtor, and one of the guys running a 3,200+ member dad community that just got featured on Fox 32 Chicago? You get Sal Gaddam — and he’s here to talk building brotherhood, crushing real estate goals, and keeping family first.

This week on Dads, Deals & Dumbbells, Joe and Dr. Quill dive in with Sal to cover the power of dad networks, the realities of commission-based entrepreneurship, outsourcing and why adaptability is the secret weapon in both business and fatherhood.

In this episode:

How the Naperville Dad Network became a lifeline for local fathers

Myths and truths about today’s housing market

Balancing unpredictable real estate hours with intentional dad time

Why community beats competition every time

Dad Hack of the Week – Keeping kids entertained during weekend open houses

Deal or Dumbbell – Is now the time to buy, or is patience the real power move?

Whether you’re building your business, your dad crew, or your biceps, this conversation is packed with insight and plenty of laughs.

Tell us in the comments: Would you buy a house right now, or wait?

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Dads, Deals and Dumbbells:  The Podcast "Politics, Penalties & Parenthood with Dr. Emad Basta"

What happens when your wife’s running a town of 76,000 people, your kids are off to college, and you're still lacing up for adult rec soccer… all while leading teams in the high-stakes world of clinical trials? You get Dr. Emad Basta.

This week on Dads, Deals & Dumbbells, Joe and Dr. Quill sit down with Emad—MD, dad, husband to a two-term mayor, and certified soccer savage—to talk leadership at home and at work, parenting through political campaigns, and how to avoid blowing your hamstring after 40.

In this episode we hit on:

-The balance of marriage, medicine, and mayoral duties

-How adult rec sports keep dads grounded (and limping)

-Dad hacks, leadership lessons, and survival tips from the sidelines

-Dad Hack of the Week

-Quill’s Corner

Whether you're in the boardroom or on the soccer field, this one’s for the dads doing all the things—with grit, humor, and the occasional ice pack.

Drop your best "soccer dad" story or injury in the comments!

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🎙️ In This Episode:

👶 Can you build a legacy between bedtime stories and business calls? In this heart-filled episode of Dads, Deals & Dumbbells, Joe and Dr. Quill sit down with guest Tristan Schaub—a marketing pro, serial entrepreneur, and proud bonus dad—to talk about what it really means to show up for your family while scaling something bigger than yourself.

Dad Hack of the Week: How 15 minutes of distraction-free time can transform your connection with stepkids

Deep Dive: Tristan’s story of becoming a “bonus dad,” launching businesses, building a legacy, and the beautiful tension of doing it all

Quill’s Corner: Posture and stress—what your body’s saying when life gets heavy

Business tips from someone who’s seen it all—failures, pivots, and family-first wins

📌 Key Takeaways:

You don’t need DNA to be a dad—presence over perfection

Balancing business and parenting is never easy, but it's worth it

Your leadership style at work is shaped by how you lead at home

Car messes are temporary—your impact as a dad lasts forever

Sacred time with your kids = legacy in motion

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Ep. 5- Welcome Dads, Deals & Dumbbells: The Podcast — where two entrepreneurial dads juggle parenting, business, and barbells without losing their sanity (or their six-packs, of beer!).

Today's Episode has us interviewing professional triathlete coach Joe LoPresto who dropped his corporate America gig for life as an entrepreneur and never looked back!

📺 YouTube Description:
What do IBM, Nike, Life Time Fitness and triathlons have in common? Coach Joe LoPresto.

In this episode of Dads, Deals & Dumbbells, we sit down with the founder of Experience Triathlon, Coach Joe LoPresto, to talk about leaving the corporate grind behind and building a successful coaching business—all while raising a blended family and keeping his endurance game strong.

💼 From boardrooms to bike lanes
👨‍👧‍👦 From bedtime chaos to coaching calm
🏃‍♂️ From busy dad life to peak performance

This one’s packed with wisdom, laughs, and practical advice for any dad who’s thinking about making a big leap in life or business.

🔥 We Cover:
Why Coach Joe left corporate leadership at some of the most well known companies to follow his passion and start his own business.

The early struggles of launching Experience Triathlon

Balancing stepdad life, grown kids, and 5AM training sessions

Coaching philosophy: from elite athletes to everyday dads

Avoiding burnout and myths in the dad-fitness world

🧠 Recurring Segments:
Dad Hack of the Week, Quill’s Corner

🎧 Whether you're thinking about ditching the 9-5, want to get your fitness back, or just need some laughs—this episode hits all the marks.

📍 Find Coach Joe: https://experiencetriathlon.com or https://www.facebook.com/experiencetriathlon

👇 Like, comment, and subscribe if you're a dad building your empire—and your endurance.  Email us at dadsdealsanddumbbells @gmail.com  

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Episode 3: Consistency is King: Showing Up in Fitness & Business

In this episode, we’re talking about the unsexy secret to success: consistency. Whether you're trying to grow your business, stay fit, or just be a more present dad—it’s all about showing up, even when you don’t feel like it.

We cover:

Why consistency beats motivation every time

How we build daily habits around fitness and work (without losing our minds)

Joe’s “Dad Hack” to stay accountable with your goals

Dr. Quill’s quick strategy for sticking to your workout schedule, even as a busy parent

If you’ve ever struggled with staying on track or felt like you're constantly starting over, this episode is your wake-up call.

👉 Hit play and let’s build some momentum—one rep, one email, one diaper at a time.

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🎙 Episode 2: Rise & Grind: Morning Routines That Actually Work for Dads

In this episode of Dads, Deals & Dumbbells, we’re diving into the chaos and calm of morning routines. From diaper duty to emails before sunrise, we break down how two entrepreneurial dads (a chiropractor and a lawyer) start their days with intention—and coffee.

You’ll hear:

Our real-life morning routines (no fluff, no 4am ice baths)

The rituals that set us up to win the day—mentally, physically, and as dads

Joe’s “Dad Hack” for smoother starts to the day with young school age kids

Dr. Quill’s corner with a tip how to get the most out of your weightlifting workouts

If you’re tired of morning chaos and want a routine that works for your business, body, and babies—this one’s for you.

💬 Drop your own morning routine hacks in the comments!

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Episode 1: Meet the Dads Behind the Deals & Dumbbells

In our debut episode, we introduce the brains and brawn behind the mic—Dr. Mitchell Quill (chiropractor, dad, entrepreneur) and Joe Giamanco (lawyer, dad, business builder). We unpack why we launched this podcast and how we’re juggling dad life, health goals, and building empires without going totally off the rails.

You'll hear:

Our backstories: family, fitness, and the leap into entrepreneurship

Why this podcast exists (and who it’s for)

Joe’s “Dad Hack” to actually get your kid talking after school

Dr. Quill’s health tip on improving baseline health and how long you need to work out to do so

And our personal stories about stepping away from security to be our own bosses

If you're a dad trying to win at life, lift something heavy, and still make it to bedtime stories—this one’s for you.

👉 Subscribe, share, and drop your questions—we're just getting started.