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Episode #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-screen checklist graphic and run it with me.
If this helped, share it with someone sitting in that same emotional fog.
Chapters below + resources.
Resources / Verses (Word of the Day: GRACE):
Ephesians 2:8–9 • Romans 6:14 • Hebrews 4:16If alcohol is hurting your life, consider talking to someone you trust or a local support group.
00:00 Cold open: hey, I’m Dean00:25 Shadyside Halloween bit (you can’t please everyone)02:05 Say your truth anyway03:00 Local ode: Meintel (mayor); Parr, Haswell & write-in Bob Dorris (council)03:40 Why the ep is 2 days late04:20 Weekend slip & emotional hangover06:30 Cognitive dissonance explained08:15 Chemistry vs. character (what alcohol does)09:55 Micro-momentum: water, walk, journal, reconnect11:20 What the drink was really chasing (relief/connection/escape)13:00 Zooming out: you tripped on a rock, not lost the mountain14:20 Solution: Restarting 75 Hard16:30 On-screen checklist: how to follow along17:40 Best start dates (why March 1st is elite)19:10 Word of the Day: GRACE (+ verses)21:30 Accountability invite & outro
 

Episode #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.

Episode #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.

Episode #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.

Episode #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. Submit your questions to be featured on future episodes!! - adpaszig@gmail.com

Episode #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 writing music with my best friend, and barber in a barbershop. Looking ahead to resetting my life after this weekend, endorsing a hometown candidate for city council, and reacting to a Joe Rogan clip I saved.
This episode is raw, personal, and real. Hopefully you don't mind my rambling too much. If something here hits you, share it. Let's all make togetherness louder than division!

Episode #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.

Episode #7 - Faith, Fitness & Conspiracy: A Conversation with Nick Schuetz

Dean 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.

Episode #6 - Pizza, Skateboards & Sobriety: Raw Talk with Robbie Dodrill

Dean 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.

Episode #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!Links:Addiction Charthttps://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9c/Rational_scale_to_assess_the_harm_of_drugs_%28mean_physical_harm_and_mean_dependence%29.svg