Episode 35: Troy Munson – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson – and Daniel Berk – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk – sit down with Anthony Natoli – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonynatoli – for one of the most vulnerable and powerful episodes yet. From gambling addiction and $100k in debt, to fitness transformation and mindset mastery, Anthony takes us through the dark valleys and high peaks of his life. He opens up about rebuilding from rock bottom, becoming a future father, and why inner peace—not external success—is the ultimate win. If you're building something big while trying to keep your head and heart in check, this one’s for you.

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 Show Notes:
(0:00) Anthony joins the pod — with chocolate and charisma
(1:45) Losing 34 pounds and the deeper mental win
(4:10) “I’m 32, live in Jersey, and I optimize for joy”
(6:00) Addiction patterns: gambling, food, and emotional escape
(8:45) Childhood trauma, insecurity, and the pursuit of control
(10:30) Gambling $1,000 parlays while in debt
(12:20) Rock bottom: debt, weight gain, and a Brooklyn mom’s ultimatum
(18:30) Joining GA and the turning point that saved his life
(21:00) How recovery helped him find love—and himself
(26:15) “You are enough”—the message Anthony wishes he heard sooner
(29:00) Nataloli’s Nuggets: helping reps sell without burning out
(30:45) The dream: a dog rescue, coffee shop, and gym
(35:00) Finding time when life is full — and why influencer advice often misses the mark
(40:45) Building ‘Offline’: an app to gamify unplugging
(45:00) Stella Sweets, charcuterie boards, and resisting cookie temptation
(47:00) What kind of dad Anthony wants to be—and why he’s ready

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 Links:
• Anthony Natoli's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthonynatoli
• Daniel Berk's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielberk
• Troy Munson's LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/troymunson
• Two Dads in Tech Newsletter – https://twodadsintech.com
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• Listen on Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/30GQP8FPJoKpLGpYBahlFP
• Listen on Apple – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/two-dads-in-tech/id1785662964
• Check out Dimmo – https://www.dimmo.ai