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Down The Toilet Bowl

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Described as "a documentary for your ears", Down The Toilet Bowl is a real life podcast with real life people who like talking about the world they live in. Each episode is recorded live and "off the cuff" in different locations.
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"Archive 349"

Down The Toilet BowlJun 20, 2022

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"Archive 349"

"Archive 349"

After a triumphant return episode last month, DTB is back for Episode 2! Lauren and Dan talk about the algorithm and if we're living in a matrix, first impressions, and existentialism. 

Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl or on Facebook and hear it answered on the show!

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Jun 20, 202201:11:52
We're Back!

We're Back!

After a long wait, Down The Toilet Bowl is back for Season 2! Live from DTB Studios, Lauren and Dan go into great detail to discuss everything they've been up to for the past 18 months since the last episode, why it took so long to bring the show back and what to expect going forward, and lots more!

Click here to take the Core Beliefs Inventory that Lauren talked about in this episode and let us know your results and what you thought!

Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl or on Facebook and hear it answered on the show! 

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May 02, 202201:55:38
Emotion Needs Motion

Emotion Needs Motion

Guess who's back? After a quick layoff, DTB is back for Episode 20! 

With the Covid-19 pandemic and upcoming Election happening, Lauren and Dan discuss all things burnout and ways to get around it. They also enlist a surprise guest to help with a special Mount Rushmore segment!

Thank you to Zach and everyone at Walnut Grill for their graciousness!

LEAVE US A RATING AND REVIEW!

Are you listening on Apple Podcasts? Have you reviewed us? If you're enjoying the podcast (or even if you aren't), please take a second and leave us a rating and review! It really helps us out and isn't it great helping others?

Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan or on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl or on Facebook and hear it answered on the show!

Goodguy Inc. wearegoodguys.com and @goodguyinc on Instagram

For awesome cookies and candies, check out Sweets By JoJo! Like and follow them on Facebook and Instagram!

Lauren Sandulli can be reached on Instagram @ermagerditslauren

Dan Minnicks can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks, or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Nov 02, 202001:13:15
It's Not About Happiness- It's About Fulfillment

It's Not About Happiness- It's About Fulfillment

DTB is back in public and bringing the podcast to the masses! This episode was recorded at Panera in Settler's Ridge.

Lauren and Dan have a great conversation with Grace Stuever about travel, chasing money vs fulfillment, and how she handled a major setback due to COVID. She also answers a couple tough questions in our questions segment. This one will be sure to get you thinking!

Grace Stuever is a U.S. Adult Competitive Figure Skater, 4-time National Medalist,  and current Gold Ladies Eastern Sectional Champion. She's also a figure skating coach and dress designer. Follow all that Grace is up to on Instagram @icebunnyskates and @gracefulonicedesigns.

LEAVE US A RATING AND REVIEW!

Are you listening on Apple Podcasts? Have you reviewed us? If you're enjoying the podcast (or even if you aren't), please take a second and leave us a rating and review! It really helps us out and isn't it great helping others?

Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan or on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl or on Facebook and hear it answered on the show!

Goodguy Inc. wearegoodguys.com and @goodguyinc on Instagram

For awesome cookies and candies, check out Sweets By JoJo! Like and follow them on Facebook and Instagram!

Lauren Sandulli can be reached on Instagram @ermagerditslauren

Dan Minnicks can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks, or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Sep 21, 202001:11:56
Take My Eyes But Not My Bacon
Sep 07, 202001:00:04
We Need To Do Better In Order To Feel Better
Aug 24, 202059:09
Saying The Unsay-able
Aug 10, 202001:05:42
The Great Debates, Part Two
Jul 27, 202032:39
The Great Debates, Part One
Jul 13, 202054:32
Shoe-gar Momma

Shoe-gar Momma

DTB in back in public for Lucky 13! 

Lauren and Dan meet up with their friend Sean at Bado's in Mt. Lebanon to catch up on things as well as go in-depth about if they picked the right careers according to their personality types. They also discuss Sean's background and how he became a member of law enforcement!

LEAVE US A RATING AND REVIEW!

Are you listening on Apple Podcasts? Have you reviewed us? If you're enjoying the podcast (or even if you aren't), please take a second and leave us a rating and review! It really helps us out and isn't it great helping others?

Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan or on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl or on Facebook and hear it answered on the show!

Goodguy Inc. wearegoodguys.com and @goodguyinc on Instagram

For awesome cookies and candies, check out Sweets By JoJo! Like and follow them on Facebook and Instagram!

Lauren Sandulli can be reached on Instagram @ermagerditslauren

Dan Minnicks can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Jun 29, 202001:32:51
I Am Not Climbing Mount Everest
Jun 15, 202001:06:60
Why Can't I Remember That?
Jun 01, 202057:52
Rad, Happy, Meh
May 18, 202001:05:20
The Virtual Episode
May 04, 202001:06:40
Life Is Really Hard- Try A Different Lens

Life Is Really Hard- Try A Different Lens

Lauren and Dan explore realistic dreams, perspective taking, existentialism, and answer listener questions after having brunch at Eggs-R-Us. This episode was recorded days before the Quarantine was mandated.

LEAVE US A RATING AND REVIEW!

Are you listening on Apple Podcasts? Have you reviewed us? If you're enjoying the podcast (or even if you aren't), please take a second and leave us a rating and review! It really helps us out and isn't it great helping others?

Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan or on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl or on Facebook and hear it answered on the show!

Goodguy Inc. wearegoodguys.com and @goodguyinc on Instagram

For awesome cookies and candies, check out Sweets By JoJo! Like and follow them on Facebook and Instagram!

Lauren Sandulli can be reached on Instagram @ermagerditslauren

Dan Minnicks can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Apr 20, 202057:36
Riding In Cars With Serendipity
Apr 06, 202047:34
The Quarantine Sessions

The Quarantine Sessions

Lauren and Dan tackle all things quarantine and what's going on currently with Covid-19. They talk to Mike Kelley who's on the front lines in a major grocery store chain in the area, as well as Lauren's brother Nick who is an ER nurse in Columbus, OH. They also answer questions on Instagram Live and discuss different personality types. Grab a snack and get comfortable for this jam packed episode!

SHOW NOTES:

MOST IMPORTANT! The Coronavirus is impacting blood supply. To help, please donate blood here!

Are you an extrovert or introvert? If you want to find out which personality type you are, take this or that test. Let us know which one you are!

This episode's food was brought to you by Burgatory. Ice cream from Ben & Jerry's and Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams.

LEAVE US A RATING AND REVIEW!

Are you listening on Apple Podcasts? Have you reviewed us? If you're enjoying the podcast (or even if you aren't), please take a second and leave us a rating and review! It really helps us out and isn't it great helping others?

Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan or on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl or on Facebook and hear it answered on the show!

Goodguy Inc. wearegoodguys.com and @goodguyinc on Instagram

For awesome cookies and candies, check out Sweets By JoJo! Like and follow them on Facebook and Instagram!

Lauren Sandulli can be reached on Instagram @ermagerditslauren

Dan Minnicks can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Mar 23, 202003:25:59
Don't Should Yourself- It's Messy

Don't Should Yourself- It's Messy

Lauren and Dan celebrate their fifth episode by having Chrissy Mangold as their first guest of the show! They talk about all things self-image and ways to help improve yours! 

Chrissy Mangold is a Group Fitness Coach at Umberger Performance and is currently pursuing her National Certification in Personal Training. She's also a Silver Sneakers Certified Instructor in the Pittsburgh area.

SHOW NOTES:

Brene Brown Netflix Special

The scene from the movie "The Guardian" that Dan references: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3iaXQ1U7EBg

Are you listening on Apple Podcasts? Have you reviewed us? If you're enjoying the podcast (or even if you aren't), please take a second and leave us a rating and review! It really helps us out and isn't it great helping others?

Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan or on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl or on Facebook and hear it answered on the show!

Goodguy Inc. wearegoodguys.com and @goodguyinc on Instagram

Lauren Sandulli is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of PA and an AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Lauren has worked with people of all ages with a variety of different diagnoses. She specializes in treating people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and Attention Deficit Disorders. Lauren's passion is connecting emotional and physical well being. She brings a realistic and empathetic approach to working her clients in therapy and at the gym. Lauren can be reach on Instagram @ermagerditslauren

Dan Minnicks is the Head Fitness & Sports Performance Coach at Umberger Performance in Pittsburgh, Pa. During his career, he has worked with athletes at all levels from youth to the NHL. Dan also works with a variety of athletes of all ages including Adult National Figure Skaters and competitive endurance athletes. His clients also include a wide range of the general population plus law enforcement, SWAT, and members of the United States Military, including the Army, Navy, and Naval Special Warfare. Dan can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Mar 09, 202001:28:05
Jokers, Hannibals, and One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest

Jokers, Hannibals, and One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest

Lauren and Dan are back for Episode 4! After a delicious lunch at Shouf's Cafe in Bridgeville, they decided to record at Starbucks right up the road where they talked about how mental health is portrayed in movies and the stigmas surrounding them. As always, they answer listener questions and chat about what they've been learning lately!

Are you listening on Apple Podcasts? Have you reviewed us? If you're enjoying the podcast (or even if you aren't), please take a second and leave us a rating and review! It really helps us out and isn't it great helping others?

Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan or on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl and hear it answered on the show!

Lauren Sandulli is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of PA and an AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Lauren has worked with people of all ages with a variety of different diagnoses. She specializes in treating people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and Attention Deficit Disorders. Lauren's passion is connecting emotional and physical well being. She brings a realistic and empathetic approach to working her clients in therapy and at the gym. Lauren can be reach on Instagram @ermagerditslauren

Dan Minnicks is the Head Fitness & Sports Performance Coach at Umberger Performance in Pittsburgh, Pa. During his career, he has worked with athletes at all levels from youth to the NHL. Dan also works with a variety of athletes of all ages including Adult National Figure Skaters and competitive endurance athletes. His clients also include a wide range of the general population plus law enforcement, SWAT, and members of the United States Military, including the Army, Navy, and Naval Special Warfare. Dan can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Feb 24, 202001:10:05
Call of the Void and the Evolution of Our Lives

Call of the Void and the Evolution of Our Lives

In the third episode of DTB, Lauren and Dan hang out at Panera in Mt. Lebanon while discussing Call of the Void and how friendships come about. How do we pick our friends, or how do our friends choose us? They also introduce a new segment to the show!


Are you listening on Apple Podcasts? Have you reviewed us? If you're enjoying the podcast (or even if you aren't), please take a second and leave us a rating and review! It really helps us out and isn't it great helping others?


Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan or on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl and hear it answered on the show!


SHOW NOTES:

Call of the Void - http://allthatsinteresting.com/call-of-the-void


I Jumped Off the Golden Gate Bridge



Lauren Sandulli is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of PA and an AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Lauren has worked with people of all ages with a variety of different diagnoses. She specializes in treating people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and Attention Deficit Disorders. Lauren's passion is connecting emotional and physical well being. She brings a realistic and empathetic approach to working her clients in therapy and at the gym. Lauren can be reach on Instagram @ermagerditslauren


Dan Minnicks is the Head Fitness & Sports Performance Coach at Umberger Performance in Pittsburgh, Pa. During his career, he has worked with athletes at all levels from youth to the NHL. Dan also works with a variety of athletes of all ages including Adult National Figure Skaters and competitive endurance athletes. His clients also include a wide range of the general population plus law enforcement, SWAT, and members of the United States Military, including the Army, Navy, and Naval Special Warfare. Dan can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Feb 10, 202055:05
Resolutions and Roman Numbers

Resolutions and Roman Numbers

In the second episode of Down The Toilet Bowl, Lauren and Dan go into possibilities on why people make New Years Resolutions, whether or not you should set goals, and what mindfulness truly means. This episode was recorded at Lauren's house.



Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan or on Instagram @downthetoiletbowl and hear it answered on the show! 



Lauren Sandulli is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of PA and an AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Lauren has worked with people of all ages with a variety of different diagnoses. She specializes in treating people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and Attention Deficit Disorders. Lauren's passion is connecting emotional and physical well being. She brings a realistic and empathetic approach to working her clients in therapy and at the gym. Lauren can be reach on Instagram @ermagerditslauren 



Dan Minnicks is the Head Fitness & Sports Performance Coach at Umberger Performance in Pittsburgh, Pa. During his career, he has worked with athletes at all levels from youth to the NHL. Dan also works with a variety of athletes of all ages including Adult National Figure Skaters and competitive endurance athletes. His clients also include a wide range of the general population plus law enforcement, SWAT, and members of the United States Military, including the Army, Navy, and Naval Special Warfare. Dan can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Jan 27, 202001:00:22
Analyze This, That, & The Other

Analyze This, That, & The Other

Welcome to the first episode of Down The Toilet Bowl! Sit in with your hosts, Lauren Sandulli and Dan Minnicks, as they talk about current views on mental health, personality types, and how to problem solve. This episode was recorded at Eat N' Park in Robinson, Pa.


Have questions or topics you'd like to hear discussed? Reach out to Lauren or Dan and hear it answered on the show!


Lauren Sandulli is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of PA and an AFAA Certified Group Fitness Instructor. Lauren has worked with people of all ages with a variety of different diagnoses. She specializes in treating people with Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, and Attention Deficit Disorders. Lauren's passion is connecting emotional and physical well being. She brings a realistic and empathetic approach to working her clients in therapy and at the gym. Lauren can be reach on Instagram @ermagerditslauren


Dan Minnicks is the Head Fitness & Sports Performance Coach at Umberger Performance in Pittsburgh, Pa. During his career, he has worked with athletes at all levels from youth to the NHL. Dan also works with a variety of athletes of all ages including Adult National Figure Skaters and competitive endurance athletes. His clients also include a wide range of the general population plus law enforcement, SWAT, and members of the United States Military, including the Army, Navy, and Naval Special Warfare. Dan can be reached on Instagram @danminnicks , Twitter @danminnicks or on Facebook at Minnicks Training Systems.

Jan 10, 202001:24:01