The Stoic Squeeze Podcast

We talk with Nicole, a boundaries and people pleaser recovery coach, and discuss the dynamics of relationships, boundaries, gaslighting and more. Find her in Tik Tok @lifecoachnicole.

We have an interesting discussion with Jae who goes by @sciencebyjae on Instagram regarding logical fallacies, the pros and cons of unlimited information, freedom of speech, and scientific literacy.     Jae is a BSc in psychology, a BA in philosophy and an MPH student, find him and his book Immune to Bullsh*t on Instagram.

Logan is part of the Kenosha Flight Crew, a team that is committed to being the best group of dunkers around.  We talk about how Logan got interested and what he did to elevate his dunking game.  We cover his training, mindset, and nutrition; all pieces of the puzzle to put together his amazing skills.  It was a fun conversation and we highly respect his dedication to his craft.   Follow him on Insta @kenoshaflightcrew to see amazing dunks and insight on his training, as well as links to coaching.   If you haven't left us a review, leave one today!

Cory Camp is a former D1 athlete who now coaches on mindset and high performance.  We discuss how he uses cold exposure to get himself exposed to controlled stress which in turn prepares him and his clients handle day to day stress and performing at their best.   Find him on Tik Tok @foreverathlete and in Insta @corycamp.   Leave us a review!

We talk with Niko Tombros and discuss how he decided to have VSG surgery and how that impacted his health and life forever. We also go over how his mindset and behavior changed to prepare for the surgery, lose the weight and keep it off.   Follow him on Insta @theshrinkinggreek.   If you haven't left a like leave us one today!

We talk physical fitness. exercise as therapy, being strong, keys to a good diet, training clients and his experience in the marine corps.   Follow Bear on TikTok @bear.vet!   If you haven't left us a review, leave one today!

Dr. Pfaendtner is a former competitive elite powerlifter and practicing physician.  He currently coaches for RP Strength, specializing in strength and nutrition.  In this episode we talk the rise of strength training and the importance of it, and how the everyday person can add strength to their routine no matter how busy they are. Be sure to follow him @rp_tpfaendt on Instagram. Give us a like if you haven't, and find our videos on YouTube!

Mike Ormsbee is the Graduate Program Director and Associate Director at the FSU Institute of Sports Sciences and Medicine. His research in metabolism, protein, exercise, body composition, and nutrition attributed to his most recent accomplishment of earning the 2020 NSCA Sport Scientist of the Year award. He is the author and lecturer of the series Changing Body Composition Through Diet and Exercise offered by The Great Courses, a source for academic based education taught by the best professors and experts in the world. Find Mike on Instagram @mikeormsbee, and find his course on www.thegreatcourses.com for a first-class education on nutrition and exercise for body composition and performance.

Ed Harrold is an author, breathwork expert, and coach. Find him on Instagram and at www.edharrold.com. Leave a review!

Dimitri interviews Chef Silverfox, an award winning food photographer, chef, and author.  In this episode Chef's describes how he got into food photography and cooking, and how and why he was inspired to use his culinary skills to create amazing Keto dishes.  Find him on www.chefsilverfox.com, and on Instagram @ketchefsilverfox for food inspiration, information on his books and appearances.    

In this episode we interview Dr. Gabrielle Fundaro and discuss what the science behind gut health says and the history of diets.  She currently coaches, holds webinars, and writes for Examine.com.   Her coaching is described as a framework that applies motivational interviewing, cognitive behavior coaching, and processes that are value based to create long term change, some of the best coaching we've come across.   Hope you and enjoy and if you haven't left us a review, leave one today!   Find Dr. Fundaro at www.vitaminphdnutrition.com , her work at examine.com, as @vitaminphd on Instagram.    

We interview Seth Studley, co-founder of Anatomy of Marriage and co-host of the Anatomy of Marriage, Anatomy of Family, and Anatomy of Sex Podcasts.  We discuss Seth's story of how as a marriage counselor still had difficulty in his own marriage, and how he and his wife turned it around to have a happy and fulfilling marriage.  Today they offer high performance marriage coaching. We learn some tools and routines to try to do as often as possible with your significant other during this interview, and ask Seth if marriage is still worth it. Check him and his wife Melanie at www.thestudleys.com for coaching information and their Instagram for daily content on how to make the most of your marriage. Leave us a review!

We interview Astrid a registered dietitian who specializes in weight loss, binge eating, food relationships, and exercise.  Today she works with Team BioLayne and has her own practice as well training clients.  We discuss how she got started, why today's issue with weight has to do with re-gaining weight after losing it, and how people should look at food from a behavior and relationship standpoint.   Find Astrid on Instagram @antidiet-dietitian and on Team BioLayne.   Let us know what you liked about this episode!

We interview Danny Villanueva Jr., director of the upcoming film "I Dream of Psychopomp".  We discuss his upbringing, influences, and how his mindset and outlook on following one's passions allowed him to create this film.   Be sure to check out the debut of the film at the Music Box Theatre, Chicago on Friday September 3rd at 7PM, tickets on sale now.   Go to www.idoappremiere.eventbrite.com for information.   Don't forget to leave us a review!

We interview long time friend Travis Martin, answer why we call him Trevor, and discuss the contest between Travis and Dee.  Each provide details on their health goals and strategy, their keys to victory and downfalls in their diets.  We will get Travis back on after the contest to  see who won the weight loss contest!   Leave us a review!

In this episode we give updates to our goals and progress, discuss daily habits that work for us, and what it means to be human.   Leave us a review!

In this episode we interview a long time friend Mike Giampa, who describes his childhood experiences and how that shaped the rest of his life and perspective on things.  Listen to us reminisce about the good old days, discuss Mike's decisions he made as a young adult, and his experience in weight management.   Don't forget to leave us a review!

In this episode we interview Kortnee Quiza, a long time friend who ended up getting into the fashion industry, traveling abroad, and living in New York.  Along the way she faced challenges, met her husband, and found success while maintaining a positive outlook on life, which was no surprise to us.   Some great banter and catching up, and a lot of gushing because Kortnee is one of the most likeable and genuinely nicest people we know.   Check out her children's clothing line at www.thisiskidklture.com, a great company that also supports great causes.   If you haven't left a review yet, leave us one!

In this episode we interview Bryan Neale, host of The Advanced Selling Podcast, founder of the Blind Zebra sales group, and NFL referee.  We discuss how he got into sales coaching, overcoming anxiety, authenticity, and getting help.   Find Bryan on LinkedIn and at www.blind-zebra.com. 

In this episode Dimitri and Luis give updates on their lives and goals, where they are doing well, and where they need to improve. And of course they go off on tangents and even discuss NFT's. Remember to leave us a review and what you want to hear about!

In this episode we interview Anna who was living a normal life when she was suddenly given life changing news.   In spite of those events, she has continued to remain strong, happy, and grateful for the life she has, and started to inspire others through social media.   This interview is a reminder that no matter what the obstacles, there are many reasons to be positive and grateful for life, and happiness is a choice.  Anna gives insight on her mindset and daily routine that allow her to think this way. Find Anna on Instagram @IMMAKEEPSTANDIN for daily inspiration. And leave us a review!  

In this episode we talk to Dana Holland, an NCAA qualifier and two-time NJCAA national and regional wrestling champion, and discuss his wrestling journey, his aspirations to become an Olympian during his wrestling career, and why wrestling is the toughest sport on the planet and creates some of the toughest mindsets. We reminisce about when we knew each other in high school, and how he applies his championship mindset to his personal and professional life. Thank you Dana for joining us we had a blast talking to you! Remember to leave us a review and tell us what you think of the the show!    

In this episode we interview Dr. Mel Davis, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of Renaissance Periodization, and author of the book, EVIDENCE-BASE HABIT BUILDING; FINALLY GETTING SH*T DONE.   We take a deep dive into the science of habit building and how it applies to health and every day life, as well as how important mindfulness practices are to overall well being. A truly amazing conversation about how people struggle to stick to diet strategies, steps to take to build long term habits, and how to start making progress on your goals immediately. We also find out about the "snake diet", and get some tips on training your mule! Thank you again Dr. Mel for joining us, find her and her book on www.renaissanceperiodization.com and follow her on @regressiveunderload. Leave us a review!

The first publish didn't work for some reason so here's our second try!   This episode was a family affair, interviewing Dimitri's cousin and wife, Kyle and Kira, and Dimitri's wife Andrea on their Whole 30 journey.  We discuss each of their experiences doing the Whole 30 and how they did, and also how they will continue their health journeys, as well as Luis' take on this diet and strategy. Thank you Kira, Kyle, and Andrea for joining us and for sharing your experiences! Don't forget to give us a rating!

In this episode we interview Pastor Lawrence Kirby from the Ax Church Of Kenosha.  We discuss his upbringing and what made him become a pastor, his experience growing up in Racine and Kenosha, how history has defined and shaped America, the importance of community. Thank you Kirby for joining us and for making your community better. Find Pastor Lawrence Kirby at the Ax Church of Kenosha and join him in one of his volunteer activities at https://bread.org/.   Remember to leave us a review, and find us on Instagram.  

In this episode we interview the founder of the Dad Edge Podcast and Dad's Edge Alliance, Larry Hagner. We discuss how important it is as men to master the skill of communication especially with our significant others and children, what inspired Larry to create this community, and how important it is to have a community of support in your life. This episode is full of nuggets and if it doesn't inspire you to be a better man, check your pulse! Thank you Larry for joining us and also for building this community. Please visit www.thegooddadproject.com to learn more about Larry and find his podcast on all platforms. Leave us a review, let us know how we're doing, thank you!

In this episode we take a stroll down memory lane with our childhood friend Marcus Knight.  Today he is a serial entrepreneur, and a go-to market strategist for multiple industries.   Besides reminiscing about the good old days, we talk about how diversity plays into building a successful business, fatherhood, and how our experiences as adolescents molded our opinions and views on people and the world.   Visit one of Marcus' companies, a clothing line called KIDKLTURE, at www.thisiskidklture.com.   Give us a star rating and leave us a review!

In this episode we interview Andre Bellos, a Chicago born actor, and discuss his pursuits of achieving success in his career, passion for volunteer work, and how his upbringing and influences gave him the perspective and courage to follow his dreams.   We were grateful to have another guest that has such a positive outlook on life, gives back to the community.   And again don't miss the calls to action, and leave us a review!

Dr. Jason Miller, a PHD in Exercise Physiology, strength & conditioning coach, professor, and Renaissance Periodization coach provides insights on exercise, nutrition, breaks down nutrition science, keys to longevity, and most importantly answers if wine is really healthy for you! Remember to listen to the calls to action at the end of the episode. Find Jason on YouTube or via Renaissance Periodization for coaching. Don't forget to leave us a review!

Luis and Dimitri interview Dusty, who goes by "dusty_lost_300lbs" on Social Media, and discuss his journey to losing 300 lbs.; how he did, maintains it, and the tools he used and still uses nutritionally and mentally to achieve his goals.  Lots of take aways and stay until the end for our first "Call to Action" segment.   Give us a review and let us know what you think!

An introductory episode providing some backstory of the hosts.