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As DPasz It GetsEpisode #16 - Solo9 (Wintertime, Weight Rooms & Being the Light)In this episode Dean reflects on the slowing of the season and the seasonal blues that come with it. He highlights the importance of family, giving, and showing up for others during the holidays. He shares personal updates about his 75 Hard attempt, recovery from injury, and plans for community spaces like live streams and bonus content.
The episode revisits a vivid Shadyside weight room memory from the "Top 100 Memories" list.
He wraps with word of the day—"Light"—and features two short videos about sobriety and personal growth, encouraging listeners to be present and supportive of o...
2025-11-2132 minAs DPasz It GetsEpisode #15 – Solo8 (Top 100 HS Memories, Criticism & Support, Perseverance)You may want to watch this one instead of listen, there's some cool visuals! This episode starts with a quick Shadyside shout-out to everyone who stepped up to run for local office (proud of our little town), then a deep dive into the archive with a some apple notes from June 2016—proof this dream has been years in the making.
Real life keeps on real-lifing: a couple interviews fell through, Mom & Gram came up (Gram’s massive Patrick Mahomes crush lives on), and I found some perspective I needed. In a rebuild mode of sorts: hoops, bike ride...
2025-11-1233 minAs DPasz It GetsEpisode #14 – Solo7 (When’s Trick or Treat? — People Pleasing and Giving Grace)Shadyside can’t pick a Halloween date (😂), and that reminds me: you can’t please everyone. In this solo I get real about a weekend slip, the emotional hangover that followed, and why I’m restarting 75 Hard to realign with the man I love being.
We talk cognitive dissonance, micro-momentum, and GRACE — and a community challenge to keep me accountable.
Local love: Vote Meintel for mayor, Parr & Haswell for council, and write in Bob Dorris. No paid ads here — just respect.
75 Hard Basics: clean meals • 2 workouts (1 outside) • 1 gallon water • 10 pages • daily selfie • no alcohol.
Grab the on...
2025-10-3023 minAs DPasz It GetsEpisode #13 - Chris Murphy (Content Creation, Risk & Recovery, and Societal Blame)Dean sits down with Chris Murphy (“Limpie TV”) to talk streaming vs. YouTube, GTA 6 hype, VR/Sandbox, and how sobriety reshaped Chris’s life (and Dean’s, via 75 Hard).
They honor Patrick’s impact on the show, dive into conspiracies (flat earth, the “Age of Disclosure,” the "Book of Enoch"), and play a card game that sparks real talk on discipline, failure, childhood nostalgia, parenting in a tech world, and small moments that can teach big lessons.
2025-10-201h 35As DPasz It GetsEpisode #12 - Solo6 (Friendship, Fall Weather, and the Fantasy Bet Fiasco)Dean recounts this past weekend where a $1.75 seven-leg parlay hit, an early cash out, and his lifelong friends showing him grace—"keep the money, fix the the car" reminding him of faith, gratitude and what friendship really means.
He reflects on scripture, celebrating small-town brotherhood, intentional friendship, and how community can be the real miracle when life gets hard.
2025-10-1127 minAs DPasz It GetsEpisode #11 - Solo5 (Mamba Mentality, Small-Town Elections, and Forgiveness)Dean Pasztor keeps it raw in this episode: a Kobe-inspired pep talk, reflections on fear and forgiveness, and the discipline of showing up through life’s struggles.
He touches on ADHD, car and financial hassles, selling a Sleep Number bed, community involvement in Shadyside, and his creative work on music and the podcast — all while urging listeners to take small reps and offer forgiveness.
2025-10-0429 minAs DPasz It GetsEpisode #10 - Solo4 (The North Shore, PNC Park, and Patrick)Dean recounts a wild, heartfelt weekend — sneaking Patrick's ashes onto the PNC Park infield. Recounts his time with longtime friends and family, and coping with a suddenly quiet home.
He introduces a new podcast segment “Word of the Week” and explains his modified 75-hard challenge “Brotherhood 75,” then goes on to answer listener questions about happiness and change, sharing plans for future episodes and growth.
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2025-09-2726 minAs DPasz It GetsEpisode #9 - Solo3 (AEB, Hometown Memories, and the Barbershop Blues)In this solo, I open up about the changes, losses, and lessons shaping my life right now. The death of Charlie Kirk, celebrating my best friend Patrick in Pittsburgh, and saying goodbye to my mentee Jayden, my roommate Josh, and his dog Duke.
I talk about how loss forces us to stop, reflect, and come together.
I do a Q&A that dives into small-town memories, high school days before technology took over, and how community used to feel — and how we can get back to that.
I also share lighter moments like wr...
2025-09-1938 minAs DPasz It GetsEpisode #8 - (Farewells, Football, and Fasting: Jaden’s Fresh Start)Dean and Jayden laugh through technical difficulties, talk Jayden’s upcoming move, and recap a jam-packed NFL opening week — from Cowboys-Eagles to Ravens-Bills — with fantasy takes, betting chatter, and lively debates.
They also discuss personal goals like fasting, training, and future plans as Jayden prepares for a fresh start living with his grandfather.
2025-09-111h 01As DPasz It GetsEpisode #7 - Faith, Fitness & Conspiracy: A Conversation with Nick SchuetzDean Pasztor sits down with longtime friend Nick Schuetz for a candid conversation ranging from high school sports memories, and his transfer to Shadyside, to the resilience of their sports teams.
They reflect on the passing of a teammate, share how faith and community shaped their lives, and discuss personal health choices, fasting, and controversial views on COVID and vaccines.
The episode includes sports debates, fantasy football talk, and practical life lessons about friendship, discipline, and living with purpose.
2025-09-031h 22As DPasz It GetsEpisode #6 - Pizza, Skateboards & Sobriety: Raw Talk with Robbie DodrillDean sits down with longtime friend Robbie Dodrill to trace a gritty, honest journey from youthful mistakes and addiction, to recovery, fatherhood, and rebuilding life.
They discuss past conflicts, sobriety, work, skateboarding, and community projects. Along with memories of loved ones, and practical steps to keep on a good path and keep moving on and upward in life.
2025-09-0255 minAs DPasz It GetsEpisode #5 - Scotty Liberatore (From Shadyside to The Ohio State University)Host Dean Pasztor and guest Scotty Liberatore revisit their childhood, high school sports, and struggles that can lead one astray.
They discuss turning points in their lives— quitting vices, working out, daily routines, women, and finding purpose through goals, music, and new projects.
The episode is a candid introduction to their friendship, highlighting their individual journeys & growth, and the small moments that reshaped their lives.
Stay tuned to the very end for a surprise!
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2025-08-211h 15As DPasz It GetsEpisode #4 - Solo2 (Tough Days, Good Teachers, and Life Lessons)Dean talks about a day of the year he doesn't really like. Also touching on good teachers he had along the way who taught him life-long lessons. Ending by plugging some of his friends businesses, along with their art.
-A link to Emily Good's story: https://medium.com/@emilyrose_7019/my-friend-died-and-this-is-what-ive-learned-d98b72075321
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2025-08-1734 min
As DPasz It GetsEpisode #3 - Solo (New Beginnings & Recovery)Dean Pasztor introduces "As DPasz It Gets," sharing his decision to start this podcast as he works through recovery, personal growth, and a desire to stop feeling stuck.
He thanks supporters and his intern, explains his goal to help young men facing instability, and invites guests and listener feedback while promising candid conversations about faith, mistakes, and change.
Dean closes with gratitude, a commitment to regular episodes, and an open invitation to join him on this next chapter.
2025-08-1529 min
As DPasz It GetsEpisode #2 - JDawg pt. 2Dean and Jayden continue talking about their lives, relationships, and struggles whilst trying to dive deeper into one another's life.
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As DPasz It GetsEpisode #1 - JDawg pt. 1 (Dean’s Dad, a Bridge Jump, and the Road to Recovery)In this episode Dean sits down with 15-year-old Jayden to test the new podcast setup and share life stories. They talk about growing up in small-town Shadyside, family struggles with an absent father and a tough stepdad, and the search for identity and connection.
Dean opens up about his weight loss journey, the viral bridge jump, past relationships, drinking, run-ins with the law, and the role mentors and friends played in getting him back on track. Themes of grief, resilience, and mental discipline run throughout the conversation.
The hosts reflect on go...
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