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PODCAST

The Dad Bods and Dumbbells Podcast

Barton Bryan and Mitch Royer

The hosts Mitch and Bart discuss fitness, fatherhood, and guy stuff to help men live a great life, have fun, laugh, and get a little more fit in this weekly Podcast.

health & fitness

All Episodes

52:45

Bart Challenges Mitch to go All In as a Powerlifter...

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2025/10/16

Send us a text 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 injur...

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51:48

Health Challenges, Telling Funny Stories, and...

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2025/10/09

Send us a text Get ready for a raw, hopeful talk about therapy, identity, and finding a sustainable way into fitness as dads. Britt shares how counseling has allowed him to level up in his relationships and ease the anxiety that kept him up nights worrying about work. Episode Highlights: • college football check-in across Baylor, Oregon and Texas • Britt’s post-accident weight gain and reset • one year of counseling and the fear of broken promises • masks, people-pleasing and u...

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38:35

Finding Dad-Life Discipline: Why Fitness Fuels...

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2025/10/02

Send us a text 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 win...

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51:04

Interview w/ Ryon Talbot: Breaking the Cycle of...

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2025/09/25

Send us a text Become a Premium Member of Dadbods and Dumbbells by visiting: https://dadbodsanddumbbells.supercast.com To Learn more about GLP-1s and Set Up a TeleMed Call with Solutions RX, use this link: https://solutionsrxaustin.com/solutionsrxaustin-dadbods-and-dumbells To Learn more about Getting in Shape with Barton's company Team Bryan Wellness, check out http://teambryanwellness.com ---------- Follow Mitch: http://instagram.com/runwithmitch Follow Bart: http://instagram.com/b...

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28:54

Fatherhood discoveries, Bart’s Rivian delay, &...

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2025/09/18

Send us a text 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 activit...

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58:50

Interview w/ Ryan O’Dea: How Fitness, Fatherhood and...

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2025/09/11

Send us a text Ryan O'Dea shares his inspiring journey from weighing 325 pounds after college to becoming a competitive bodybuilder at 245 pounds. Through overcoming health issues, quitting alcohol, and finding community in the gym, he transformed both his physique and his approach to fatherhood. • From college weight gain to fitness journey: taking control of health after needing medications for high blood pressure and cholesterol • Finding purpose in fitness during personal struggles and m...

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18:25

500 Meter Row Challenges, Back to School, UT drops...

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2025/09/04

Send us a text Mitch and Bart share their intense 500-meter rowing challenge, with Bart achieving an impressive 1:34 time and Mitch coming in at 1:59, showcasing how friendly competition pushes our limits and reveals our true capabilities. • Bart discusses his physical transformation from 226 pounds to a leaner 213, shifting his fitness goals away from constantly gaining strength toward a more balanced approach • The hosts celebrate ultramarathoner Andy Glaze who completed three 100-mile mou...

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26:46

Taylor & Travis get Engaged, Recovery Tips for the...

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2025/08/28

Send us a text Mitch and Bart discuss recovery strategies for fitness enthusiasts over 40, preview college football season, and share exciting personal and business updates. • Mitch is building a brand management agency connecting hybrid workout influencers with brands • Coming soon: a partnership with a peptide company • College football preview with predictions for the Texas vs Ohio State game • Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's engagement and its massive media impact • Practical recovery ad...

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56:32

Physical Therapist Chris Dickerson shares his story...

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2025/08/21

Send us a text Chris shares his remarkable journey from juvenile delinquent with a seventh-grade education to physical therapy practice owner, revealing how adversity built the resilience that shaped his success. His story challenges conventional wisdom about overcoming obstacles, finding direction without guidance, and creating meaningful change despite starting with significant disadvantages. • Growing up with minimal parental supervision and facing intense bullying as a late bloomer who d...

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21:35

Talking Necessary Supplements After 40: What Your...

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2025/08/14

Send us a text Barton and Mitch break down the most effective supplements for men over 40, separating science from hype and offering practical advice for optimal health and performance. • Creatine tops the list as an energy source for muscles during strength training, with potential cognitive benefits • Vitamin D is crucial for immune function, with most people being deficient • Omega-3 fatty acids support brain health and mood, with long-term deficiency potentially as harmful as smoking • H...

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37:31

Fatherhood, Trauma, and our thoughts on Hasan...

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2025/08/07

Send us a text Mitch and Bart explore the impact of childhood trauma on adult relationships and parenting, examining how creating safe spaces for our children to process difficult experiences can break generational cycles of emotional disconnection. • Announcement of new supporter program through Supercast for $9/month with special perks and on air shout outs. Special Shoutout to Ross Van Burkleo! • College football pre-season rankings discussion with debate on top contenders • E...

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40:13

Riley Daniel is Back to talk Love Island and the Gen...

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2025/07/31

Send us a text The team welcomes back Riley, a literary agent and former intern to discuss Love Island, social media's influence on reality TV, and cultural phenomena shaping younger generations. • Riley shares how she transitioned from college to full-time literary agent and is "climbing a new mountain" in life • Love Island USA Season 7 allows viewers to vote through an app to influence contestants' relationships, breaking up couples and creating drama • The show records only days before a...

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28:42

Dropping Kids at overnight Summer Camp and Shane...

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2025/07/24

Send us a text We explore the delicate balance between protecting our kids and giving them independence as they grow. Mitch shares his experience of sending his 10-year-old son to an overnight soccer camp for the first time, sparking a deeper conversation about parenting anxieties and letting go. • Comparing our more free-range childhood experiences to today's more protective parenting styles • The value in allowing kids to experience appropriate levels of independence and failure • How comm...

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36:11

Marathons, Strength Training Updates, and Supporting...

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2025/07/17

Send us a text We discuss the devastating floods in Texas and how people can help the affected communities by donating to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country. • Reflecting on the transition from powerlifting competition to new fitness goals • Exploring workout variations including shoulder press, Bulgarian split squats, and high-volume training • Finding balance between maintaining strength and pursuing cardio goals like marathon training • Ghost energy drinks and David ...

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43:37

Michael Mercieca’s Story: "How Pinewood Judo saved my...

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2025/07/10

Send us a text Michael Mercieca shares his powerful story of transformation through judo and how a tough-love coach changed the trajectory of his life from a bullied, anemic child to a champion athlete. • Former professional athlete nicknamed "The Silver Moose" by his judo coach at age 11 • Found judo at Pinewood Judo Club after being bullied at school and within his large immigrant family • Coach Don Werner built champions through high expectations and no-nonsense approach to competition • ...

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12:46

From Powerlifting Rankings to Book Launches: Our...

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2025/07/03

Send us a text We've just discovered our national powerlifting rankings, with Bart placing #2 in Texas and #20 nationally in Masters 2 division, while Mitch ranks #8 in Texas and #44 nationally in Masters 1 division. • Bart spent time in Newport Beach teaching his son, niece, and nephew how to surf • Mitch traveled to New York for a media tour promoting Nick Bare's book "Go One More" • The book sold out within one hour of launch and now has over 30,000 copies in circulation • Nic...

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33:30

Table Topics With Britt, Mitch and Bart (Part 2)

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2025/06/26

Send us a text Mitch, Bart, and their guest Britt dive into their Spin the Zin discussions, covering everything from favorite movies to embarrassing songs, revealing surprising connections between personal preferences and core values. • Top three movies reveal emotional connections – from The Natural and Dead Poets Society to the entire John Wick franchise • Sports teach kids crucial life skills: teamwork, respecting authority, handling both victory and defeat with grace • Creative sports ma...

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42:52

Table Topics with Britt, Mitch, and Bart (Part 1)

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2025/06/19

Send us a text Our summer series continues with returning guest Brit as we dive into the challenges of parenting during summer break, conspiracy theories we find most plausible, and celebrating marriage milestones. • Creating structure during summer break to avoid the dreaded "I'm bored" from kids • Dealing with mixed emotions when kids are away at summer camp • The mathematical probability of extraterrestrial life and unexplained phenomena like the Phoenix Lights • Conversation about spirit...

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28:45

Bart and Mitch Join the 1000 pound club at their...

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2025/06/12

Send us a text Mitch and Bart share their experiences from their first powerlifting competition, discussing both the challenges they faced and the personal records they achieved. • Overcoming the formalities of an organized powerlifting competition including weigh-ins and attempt selections • Learning the importance of following judges' commands after both hosts had lifts disqualified • Competing in squat, bench press, and deadlift with varying degrees of success • Both hos...

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28:42

The Official Pre-Powerlifting Competition Episode!!

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2025/06/05

Send us a text Mitch and Bart count down the final days before their first-ever powerlifting competition, facing unexpected challenges and embracing their rookie status in a new sport. • Bart discusses a rib injury that threatens his competition readiness, currently giving him a 70% chance of competing • Mitch shares his anxiety about wearing a powerlifting singlet and making weight for his class • Both hosts completed their final heavy training sessions, successfully hitting their first att...

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