Episode 24: Social Media Smarts – Myths, Realities & Real Growth for Everyday Businesses

Think social media is only for influencers and flashy brands? Think again.

In this episode, Joe (lawyer-dad) and Dr. Quill (chiro-dad) cut through the BS and break down how real entrepreneurs—dads juggling families, businesses, and burpees—can actually use social media without losing their minds.

We’re myth-busting the big ones:
You need to be everywhere to win
Followers = sales
Going viral is the only way to grow

Instead, we talk platform strategy (for real businesses, not just creators), how to pick the right 1-2 channels, and why authenticity, not algorithms, is your real superpower.

Plus:

“Deal or Dumbbell” dives into viral myths

“Joe’s Judgments” serves legal truth on social media traps

“Quill’s Corner” offers a scroll detox for mental clarity

And yep, we share our own wins and hilarious fails (including one terrible TikTok attempt)

Whether you're running a small business, side hustle, or just want to stop doom-scrolling and start growing—this one’s for you.

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From depositions to dough tosses, this week we’re joined by Ric “Showbiz” Gruber — former attorney turned CEO of Billy Bricks Pizza. He’s a dad, a delegator, and a guy who thinks cold pizza and black coffee is a legit breakfast (questionable… but we’re listening).

In this episode, we dive into:

How fatherhood reshaped Ric’s entrepreneurial path

What it takes to leave law for the pizza biz

Why your car might be your best therapy office

How Ric stays fit, focused, and fired up as a dad and business owner

The F3 fitness movement and what gets him up before the sun

Plus, we hit:
Dad Hack of the Week
Deal or Dumbbell (Pineapple on pizza? You already know…)
Quill’s Corner health tips for hands-on dads
Real talk on balancing business and parenting without burning out

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Dads, Deals & Doing Good: The Christmas Mission with Lee Bush, Jr. | Dads, Deals & Dumbbells: The Podcast

In this heartwarming holiday episode, we sit down with Lee Bush, Jr., the powerhouse dad behind Operation Christmas Bolingbrook — a grassroots mission bringing toys, hope, and community cheer to families in need.

Joe and Dr. Quill dive into:

What sparked Lee’s journey to start a local giving movement

How he balances keeping food on the table with volunteering so much of his time

The chaos (and beauty) of organizing toy drives at scale

How he balances fatherhood, marriage, and mission work

Why teaching your kids to serve might be the ultimate dad win

Of course, we still deliver our signature segments:
“Deal or Dumbbell” goes full holiday mode — from Elf on the Shelf to Secret Santa drama
“Joe’s Judgment” tackles legal risks of eggnog-fueled company parties

“Quill’s Corner” shares tips on staying healthy without skipping the Christmas cookies

This episode is a reminder that being a great dad goes beyond your front door. If you’ve ever wondered how to give back without burning out, or how to get your family involved in something bigger than themselves — this one’s for you.

Learn more or donate at: https://operationchristmasbolingbrook.org

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