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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Alvin Gentry: New Orleans Pelicans Head Coach| ...
Alvin Gentry, Head Coach of New Orleans Pelicans, talks about building relationships through trust and the chemistry of the championship teams he’s coached in college and professional basketball.
21 min
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Chris Del Conte: University of Texas Athletics ...
Chris Del Conte, Athletic Director for the University of Texas, chats about his beginnings working in college athletics at the lowest level, as well as why he emphasizes service for UT employees and athletes.
19 min
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Rob Angel: Creator of Pictionary| #ThePlaybook 105
Rob Angel, creator of Pictionary, talks about making your big idea into reality by breaking it down into small steps and then taking action.
19 min
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Tim Draper: The Billionaire Startup Hero| #TheP...
Tim Draper, founder of Draper Associates and Draper University, shares his thoughts on how to evaluate companies ahead of investment, as well as how he’s evolved into one of the world’s most recognizable venture capitalists.
21 min
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Robert Schaeffler: CEO of DevaCurl | #ThePlaybo...
Robert Schaeffler, CEO of DevaCurl, talks about how indie brands can excel in today’s marketplace.
22 min
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Donovan McNabb: Former NFL Quarterback| #ThePla...
Donovan McNabb, former star quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles, talks about how he’s handled critics throughout his career and the steps he took to ensure he would be able to make the most of his post-career ventures.
21 min
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Ryan Leslie: Grammy Nominated Musician| #ThePla...
Ryan Leslie, music producer and CEO of Superphone, discusses his journey as a musician and how that prepared him to excel as an entrepreneur.
22 min
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Tilman Fertitta: Owner of the Houston Rockets |...
Tilman Fertitta, restaurateur and owner of the Houston Rockets, discusses his personal roadmap to success and the principles he used to turn his company, Landry’s Inc., into a multi-billion-dollar hospitality empire.
19 min
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Taylor Berry: Head of Brand Marketing at Tito’s...
Taylor Berry, Chief Marketing Officer of Tito’s Handmade Vodka, discusses the evolution of the brand and the role that philanthropy plays in its growth.
20 min
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Jake Olson: Finding the Setup in the Setback | ...
Jake Olson, who made headlines as a blind long snapper for USC, talks about the insights he’s gained about overcoming adversity since losing his sight at age 12 and how he uses his experiences to encourage others to avoid making excuses and face their challenges head-on.
19 min
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Mike Moosbrugger: Why You Should Embrace Pain |...
Mike Moosbrugger, an entrepreneur, author, and former NFL player, talks about the devastating tragedy that shaped his perspective on life forever.
23 min
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Jim Kwik: Unlocking the Genius Inside of You | ...
Jim Kwik, CEO of Kwik Learning and renowned brain expert, shares his tips for maximizing your brain’s performance and enhancing your retention.
38 min
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Alex Banayan: Why He Hacked the “Price is Right...
Alex Banayan, author of the best-selling book The Third Door, talks about how a decision to “hack” a taping of The Price is Right changed his life.
25 min
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Neil Patel: The Maverick of Digital Marketing |...
Neil Patel, co-founder of Neil Patel Digital, talks about the opportunities that today’s widespread social media platforms offer in terms of building a personal or professional brand.
22 min
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Todd Herman: The Alter Ego and Hacking Our Perf...
Todd Herman, author of “The Alter Ego Effect”, discusses how using your imagination can accelerate your performance.
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Bradley Tusk: Uber’s First Political Advisor | ...
Bradley Tusk, founder/CEO of Tusk Holdings, is most known for being Uber’s first political advisor and helped the rideshare company win a landmark regulatory battle in New York City.
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Christian Okoye: From Nigeria to the NFL in Thr...
Christian Okoye is a former All-Pro running back who discovered the game of football when he immigrated from Nigeria at the age of 21. In 2006 he established the California Sports Hall of Fame and is currently the President.
20 min
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Robert Smith: Fox Sports College Football Analy...
Robert Smith, Fox Sports College Football Analyst and founder/CEO of Fan Health Network, talks about the role that execution and vision play in a leader’s success.
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David Abeles: CEO of TaylorMade Golf | #ThePlay...
TaylorMade CEO David Abeles and host David Meltzer discuss topics such as the traits that make a great entrepreneur, including work ethic, sacrifice, and how building strong relationships has allowed both of them to find success in their fields.
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Mikey Taylor: Pro Skateboarder, Entrepreneur, a...
Mikey Taylor, skateboarder and one of the founders of Saint Archer Brewery, talks about making the most of his transition into the business world following a very successful skateboarding career, as well as his newfound focus as an investor and entrepreneur.
26 min
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Chip Wilson: Founder of Lululemon | #ThePlayboo...
Chip Wilson, founder of the athletic apparel company Lululemon, discusses how he was inspired to build the revolutionary company, the values he holds dear, and why he believes in a “Rule of Three” when it comes to bringing his ideas to life.
21 min
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Massy Arias & Stefan Williams: Co-Founders of T...
Massy Arias and Stefan Williams, co-founders of Tru Supplements and fitness influencers, share insights on what they’ve learned from building a fitness brand designed to uplift others, how they handle disagreements as a married couple who works together, and the relationship between integrity and profitability.
25 min
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Matthew Santoro: Youtube Creator | #ThePlaybook 85
Matthew Santoro, online personality with over 1.3 billion views on YouTube, talks about having to curb his spending habits after his initial success, the impact that meditation has had on his mindset, and what he’s learned from confronting his ego.
26 min
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Sue Bird: WNBA Champion | #ThePlaybook 84
Sue Bird, WNBA legend, shares her thoughts on winning championships and the byproducts of finding her voice.
23 min
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Michael Chandler: Bellator Lightweight World Ch...
Michael Chandler, three-time Bellator lightweight world champion, shares his thoughts on the relationship between your self-image and your success, lessons he’s learned from opening his fitness facility, and the biggest benefit of being a world champion mixed martial artist.
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