The Playbook With David Meltzer

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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Consistency Beats Perfection: The Real Key to S...
A simple framework for building habits that compound into long-term success.
51 min
127
The Secret to Engineering True Wealth
A conversation with financial coach Wade Reed on shifting from scarcity to abundance and learning to engineer true wealth through purpose, faith, and gratitude.
23 min
128
How Health and Hustle Built a Movement
In today’s episode, Miguel Martinez shares how his personal struggles, persistence, and purpose led him to create a luxury grooming brand that empowers men through confidence, wellness, and representation.
18 min
129
Rewiring Your Brain for Limitless Growth
In today’s episode, Jim Kwik shares how to rewire your brain for lasting habits, sharpen focus, and break free from the limitations that hold you back.
20 min
130
The Hidden Costs of Hiring the Wrong Attorney
In today’s episode, Ryan Newburn shares how JuriCon.ai uses AI and plain language to connect clients with the right lawyer while cutting costs, saving time, and eliminating emotional stress.
15 min
131
How You’re Blocking the Infinite Without Knowin...
In today’s episode, I join Amber Mikesell to discuss heart-centered transformation, my journey to empower over a billion people, and practical ways to move beyond fear into purpose and happiness.
25 min
132
Redefining Greatness Beyond Money and Fame
In today’s episode, Jonathan Isaac shares how faith reshaped his understanding of success, turning injury and uncertainty into purpose and redefining what greatness truly means.
17 min
133
The Future of Business: Where AI Meets Humanity
Why the next era of business belongs to leaders who balance progress with purpose
27 min
134
Learning to Love the Hard Parts
In today’s episode, I talk with James Maslow and Greg Lutzka about resilience, mentorship, and learning to love the hard parts of what you love most.
28 min
135
The Future of Household Help Is Already Here
In today’s episode, I talk with Tamara Lucas about creating My PANDA, a community-driven service that brings trusted, local help into busy households nationwide.
16 min
136
Turning Authentic Flavor Into a Growth Model
In today’s episode, I talk with Romont Thomas about building a scalable pasta brand that combines authentic flavor, speed, and franchise-ready flexibility.
15 min
137
The Data Secret Making Property Managers Rich
In this episode, Ray Hespen explains how community, data, and AI are reshaping property management from firefighting to proactive, intelligent operations.
19 min
138
Staying Calm When Everything Is on the Line
In today’s episode, NFL Hall of Fame kicker Nick Lowery joins us to share lessons on preparation, resilience, and gratitude drawn from both life-threatening moments and legendary career achievements.
24 min
139
The Power of Unlearning for Health and Longevity
In this episode, Dr. Kien Vuu shares how unlearning old beliefs and choosing intentional energy, gratitude, and connection can transform health, longevity, and human potential.
29 min
140
The Parenting Lessons I Wish I Knew Sooner
Practical advice to build confidence, character, and connection in your children
34 min
141
Curiosity as the Key to Growth
In today’s episode, I talk with Metta World Peace about his journey from NBA champion to tech entrepreneur, his views on mental health, and the power of reinvention.
16 min
142
Building Certainty in a Chaotic World
In today’s episode, Martha Montoya, CEO of AgTools, shares how she built a global data platform that gives farmers certainty in an uncertain world while staying grounded in gratitude, resilience, and purpose.
14 min
143
Walking Through Fire With Faith
In today’s episode, Entrepreneur Bucky O’Neill joins me to talk about firewalking, faith, and how transformational experiences unlock our true potential.
15 min
144
The Moment Doesn’t Define You
In this episode, Hall of Famer Marshall Faulk opens up about confidence, leadership, and the lessons that shaped his success on and off the field.
27 min
145
Time and Energy Are the True Currencies
In this episode, I explain how managing energy and time as true currencies creates clarity, alignment, and a life of compounded fulfillment and purpose.
29 min
146
What It Takes to Stand Out in a Crowded Market
In today’s episode, I talk with Seymour Segnit about how MAGFAST is redefining charging technology through meticulous design, world-class performance, and a culture built to last.
19 min
147
Intentional Actions for Growth, Sales, and Last...
How entrepreneurs can engineer success with simple, repeatable actions
54 min
148
Gratitude Is Greater Than Money
In today’s episode, I join Jack Wagoner to share how gratitude, accountability, and an abundance mindset transform success into true fulfillment.
19 min
149
From Idea Overload to Clear Focus
Sibling founders Lili and Ramon Montes share how Limon became an audio-first travel community, from sports-born teamwork to narrowing focus, crowdfunding, and plans to transform stories into trip-ready itineraries.
17 min
150
Why 99 Percent Effort Equals Zero
In this episode, I sit down with UFC legend Vitor Belfort to talk faith, family, and why 99 percent effort equals zero in life and business.
21 min