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Welcome to The Playbook, hosted by entrepreneur, CEO, author and keynote speaker David Meltzer. On the podcast you’ll find a mix of interviews, Q&A, fireside chats, keynotes, and exclusive conversations with the most influential CEO’s, sports icons, and successful entrepreneurs who share their personal and professional play-by-play of the “what”, “why”, and “how” to achieve anything you set your mind to.
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Hosts David Meltzer and Jason Brennan attack the latest sports news with the in-your-face style you would expect. The only rule is no topic is off limits. Don't miss "Sports Blender" on SB Nation Radio!
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The Two-Minute Rule That Changed Everything
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In today’s episode, I unpack the relationship between timing, decision-making, and long-term results. I explain why there’s never just one solution to a problem and how reframing your relationship with time can shift everything. I share the simple two-minute rule I use to create 90% of my success, why daily consistency matters more than occasional …
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In today’s episode, I sit down with operational growth strategist and author Jack Jackson to talk about the high cost of inaction. Jack shares the origin story behind his book Reaction to Inaction, sparked by a moment of silence that cost a company $20 million and one passionate leader their drive. We get into what real empowerment looks like insid…
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What Happens When Women Stop Settling
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Laura Ann Lamando, founder and CEO of FanGirl Fashionista, to talk about the real gap in sports merchandise for women and why no one’s addressed it until now. Laura shares how years of industry inertia and bulk-buying habits have kept women sidelined from gear that actually fits, feels good, and reflects their fa…
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In today’s episode, I sit down with mortgage strategist, martial arts coach, and LFG Society founder Arjun Dhingra to talk about real estate, financial literacy, and the emotional weight behind major life purchases. Arjun shares how a canceled coffee meeting almost ended his career, and how vulnerability, education, and authenticity helped him buil…
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In today’s episode, I sit down with coach, author, and Penn State board member Jay Paterno to talk about the pressure, politics, and possibilities shaping the future of college athletics. We break down how NIL deals, revenue sharing, and media money are forcing universities to rethink what it means to support student-athletes—especially those outsi…
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Exa.ai: The AI Search Engine That Will Supercharge Your Business Overnight
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In today’s episode, I break down why AI is more than just a tool for automation. It’s the future of connection, community, and brand growth. I explain how to use AI not just to find leads but to match with people who resonate with your values, essence, and mission. I share the three skills I believe everyone must develop to stay relevant: reading, …
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In today’s episode, I share the lessons that only failure can teach, starting with the pressure to succeed in a household where doctor, lawyer, or failure were the only options. I break down how losing over $100 million forced me to rethink everything—from chasing validation to reclaiming the meaning of success. I talk about loving what you don’t l…
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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Minnesota Timberwolves co-owner and serial entrepreneur Marc Lore for a conversation about mindset, failure, and how we prepare the next generation. We talk about growing up under pressure, the flawed messages baked into our education system, and why curiosity matters more than certainty. Marc reflects on raising k…
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The Truth About Success and Self-Care
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Marshall Faulk, one of the greatest running backs in NFL history and a current coach at the University of Colorado. We talk about the influence his mother had on his unshakable identity, the difference between self-confidence and ego, and how humility has shaped his life off the field. Marshall also opens up abou…
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Kass and Mike Lazerow, married co-founders behind Golf.com, Buddy Media, and now a book that tells the truth about what building a business actually looks like. We talk about the emotional cost of entrepreneurship, fighting well in business and in marriage, and why brutal honesty is the glue that’s held their per…
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How to Stay Valuable in a Changing World
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Chris Callery, a former top Vegas DJ who walked away from nightlife, toured the world on cruise ships, studied risk management, and eventually bought a 75-year-old family-owned jewelry business with his wife. We talk about what it really means to be an “overnight success,” how to pivot when life demands it, and w…
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How Al Guido Built the 49ers’ Empire—And Why He’s Just Getting Started
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Al Guido, President of the San Francisco 49ers and President and CEO of Elevate, to talk about vision, pressure, and purpose at the highest level of sports and entertainment. Al opens up about launching the Guido Family Foundation, the impact of his upbringing, and why running a marathon helped clarify what reall…
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Success That Sticks: Lessons in Clarity and Commitment
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Success isn’t about how fast you move—it’s about how aligned you are while you move. In this Friday Training, we explored how real growth comes from clarity, consistency, and staying connected to what truly matters. When you stop comparing, stay patient, and focus on the habits that reflect your values, you create momentum that lasts. Progress isn’…
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In today’s episode, I break down how fear, when properly managed, becomes a catalyst instead of a constraint. Drawing from Napoleon Hill’s timeless principles, I share a three-step approach: stop, drop, and roll. This helps you respond to fear in real time and stay aligned with your purpose. Whether it's public speaking, launching a project, or cha…
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Why Making Money Was Never the Solution
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In today’s episode, I share the full arc of my relationship with money—from growing up with nothing to making millions, losing it all, and rebuilding from a place of purpose. I talk about the trap of attaching happiness to outcomes, the myth of giving without receiving, and how shifting from scarcity to abundance reshaped not just my bank account b…
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In today’s episode, I break down five core lessons from the laws of success that have reshaped how I approach fulfillment, income, and personal growth. I talk about shifting from chasing money to becoming someone money chases by focusing on clarity, credibility, conversion, contribution, and alignment. From understanding how to measure impact inste…
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Real Growth Takes Pain, Purpose, and Faith
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In today’s episode, I sit down with business mentor and bestselling author Myron Golden to talk about faith, value creation, and what it really takes to grow. Myron shares how a childhood struggle with polio shaped his mindset, and why success without service isn’t true success. We unpack the power of repetition, the importance of clarity in commun…
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In today’s episode, I sit down with the legendary Linda Cohn, the longest-tenured anchor in ESPN history and a true trailblazer in sports media. Linda shares what it was like breaking into the industry as one of the only women in the room, the personal toll it took, and how she powered through early rejection with a mix of grit, humor, and love for…
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The Mindset That Separates Winners from Losers
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Kevin O’Leary to talk about what separates true entrepreneurs from wannabes. He explains why passion, not profit, is the real driver of success, and why most of his top-performing investments have come from founders who treat time like their most precious asset. Kevin shares why honesty beats politeness when givi…
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The Flow Formula: Redefining Success with Ease and Intention
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In this episode, I shared the “Flow Formula,” a simple yet powerful approach to success that centers on intention, rest, and trust. Too often, we get caught up in the idea that working harder is the only way forward, but real progress comes when we stop forcing outcomes and start aligning with what truly matters. Flow isn’t about doing less—it’s ab…
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Building Business and Marriage Without Losing Yourself
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Sam and Dee Taggart, the couple behind the Taggart Xperience and authors of Eat What You Kill, to talk about the real work behind building both a business and a marriage. We unpack how they navigate shared goals, set clear boundaries, and design a relationship where support doesn’t mean sacrifice. From co-parenti…
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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Joel Puthoff and Leo Adams, co-founders of Linxy, a location-based app built to make real-world connection as intuitive as checking your phone. They share how their “social DNA” system helps users find people on the same wavelength by syncing interests, values, and goals in real time. We talk about the challenges o…
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In today’s episode, I sit down with Sharon Lechter, financial literacy expert, bestselling author, and co-author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, to talk about fear, legacy, and taking control of your money. We discuss the power of Napoleon Hill’s Outwitting the Devil, how fear influences our decisions, and what it takes to shift from scarcity to abundance. S…
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Redefining Success After a Major Loss
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In today’s episode, I sit down with entrepreneur, speaker, and medical practice growth expert Kevin St. Clergy to talk about ownership, reinvention, and what it means to build a purpose-driven life. Kevin shares how mentorship from Russell Brunson and Jack Canfield shaped his journey, from scaling and selling his business to embracing personal setb…
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In today’s episode, I sit down with transformational facilitator Bucky O’Neill to talk about what it really takes to shift patterns, change your life, and serve at the highest level. We get into the spiritual foundation behind human transformation, how generational trauma gets inherited and broken, and why the most impactful work starts within. Buc…
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