As DPasz It Gets

Join us June 27th for the Patrick O'Donnell Memorial Golf Scramble — If you've donated, sponsored, shared, thank you; if not, there's still time to come out and show your support. In this episode Dean gives a year-in-review: his decision to cut back on drinking and pursue discipline, the messy middle of change, and deep gratitude for the village of people who helped raise him and kept showing up....

Dean reflects on the life of his best friend Patrick O'Donnell, sharing memories, and the deep bond of brotherhood that Patrick created. He discusses organizing the inaugural Patrick O'Donnell Memorial Golf Tournament and how the event brings their friend group back together to celebrate his legacy. Listeners are invited to join, support, or donate to the scramble as a way to honor Patrick, keep h...

Dean and JDawg sit down to discuss Jayden's return from his grandfather's, his current training arc, and his dream of joining the PBA. They cover therapy, weight loss, family trauma, school setbacks, and the mentors that keep him moving forward. This episode centers around resilience and consistency. Highlighting how Jayden pushes through setbacks, leans on support, and channels his energy into bo...

Dean recounts a spontaneous meeting on a sunny Saturday in Tuttle Park where a new friend, Jesse, sits down on a bench and they talk openly about grief, faith, family, and resilience. This short episode captures the power of random human connection, the healing found in faith and community, and the simple moments that reveal deep stories, hope, and the drive to keep moving forward.

Dean shares a personal bike-ride story that turned into an unexpected, meaningful encounter at a coffee shop with a young woman battling breast cancer. Donate Here!: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-lauren-on-her-breast-cancer-journey He reflects on feeling his late friend Patrick’s presence, his growing faith, and how small moments can point us toward helping others. This episode is a call to acti...

Dean breaks down the newly released Epstein files, documenting alleged abuses of power, systemic failures, and the need for equal accountability—no matter how rich or connected. He connects the global scandal to local ties in Columbus, urges transparency and survivor-first justice, and issues a moral call to action for citizens to demand truth and reform.

Dean receives a surprising, hopeful call from his little-cousin Big Sal in county jail, who has surrendered to God, and reflects on patience, recovery, and life’s changing seasons. The episode mixes faith, practical recovery advice, and candid personal stories, plus a preview of a new song and a cold-plunge clip for levity. Overall, it’s an honest, encouraging conversation about holding faith thro...

In Episode #21 Dean delivers a candid solo check-in after returning from vacation: he’s drifted from the habits that made him feel like his best self and is now wrestling with new responsibilities, seasonal low mood, and guilt-driven avoidance. He reflects on his wild year at age 21, why legacy matters, and why the gym has become his anchor. This episode is a real-time course correction focused on...

Dean recounts a wildly sporadic and fun trip to Florida—touching a gator, beach hangs, NYE golf and bbq. Followed by sled riding and family time in the Steel City—he then finds himself returning home to a clean honest end to a situationship, but it all still stings a bit.. and that's okay! He reflects on his vacation, situationships, emotional whiplash, and staying true to himself despite any and...

Dean recounts his evening with a blown tire on the way to get some Christmas errands done prior to leaving town and uses the moment to explore the "depth" in his life — from public persona, loyalty, sensitivity, and the work of rebuilding himself through faith and discipline. He shares a "Hits Deep" segment on cultural curiosities and conspiracies, reflects on Christ’s meaning at Christmas, and gi...

In this episode of As DPasz It Gets, Dean sits down with singer-songwriter Taylor Jo Porter to explore her journey from church choir and small-town roots and struggles to releasing her very own album. They discuss grief, addiction, DUIs, mental health, autism/adhd, and the hustle that goes into promoting one's self. This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt wired differently but absolutely knows...

Dean candidly shares feeling mentally and physically worn while recognizing the privilege of pursuing a creative dream. Exploring the tension between struggle and gratitude, shifting dynamics with longtime friends as lives diverge, and the choice to carry on even when it means walking parts of the path alone. He reflects on the trap of always chasing "better," offers a podcast recommendation (Chri...

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 fr...

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 &...

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 &...

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...

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.

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.

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 epi...

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 t...

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.

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 inclu...

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.

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, an...

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 -Contact E-Mail: adpaszig  @gmail.com  ​