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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Sage Steele: Host of SportsCenter | #ThePlayboo...
American television anchor who is the lead host of SportsCenter On the Road. She formerly hosted the Saturday and Sunday editions of NBA Countdown on ABC. Sage was a full-time host of SportsCenter, ESPN's flagship show, and had previously contributed to ESPN First Take, Mike & Mike in the Morning, and SportsNation
26 min
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Marcellus Wiley: Former NFL Player & Host on Fo...
Former NFL player and current co-host of ESPN's Sportsnation, Marcellus Wiley, shares his pursuit of a balance of academics and athletics on his way to the pros. Marcellus and host David Meltzer focus on staying true to one's identity and appreciating one's place of favor.
25 min
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David Dinkins Jr.: Senior Vice President and Ex...
Television producer who has produced many fights shown on pay per view, produced the Olympics, as well as events on ABC, ESPN, CBS, and Fox. He is a two-time emmy award winner as well.
20 min
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Dan Dillon: President of The Olympic Club | #Th...
Dan Dillon is the current president of the Olympic Club and discusses leadership and what it took for me to want to be more.
26 min
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Shawn Green: Two-Time MLB All-Star | #ThePlaybo...
One of the better home run hitters in MLB history, Shawn Green, talks about the mindset changes that helped him to excel after being benched as a young Major Leaguer. Shawn and host David Meltzer share techniques to combat your ego and get out of your own way, as well as how to deal with failure.
29 min
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Jenn Brown: Two-Time Emmy Award Winning Sportsc...
Two-Time Emmy Award winning sportscaster Jenn Brown joins The Playbook to share how she went from a walk-on to team captain and translated those skills to the entertainment business. Jenn and host David Meltzer discuss the emotional and inspirational side of sports for fans and athletes and are even joined by a special guest.
29 min
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Akbar Gbaja Biamila: Former NFL Player & Host o...
Former NFL player turned TV host, Akbar Gbaja-Biamila, discusses his relentless pursuit of success on and off the field and the different ways he approaches obstacles in his path. Akbar and host David Meltzer discuss how anyone can turn motivation and inspiration into achievement.
22 min
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Bernard King: NBA Hall of Famer | #ThePlaybook 13
Hall of Fame NBA forward Bernard King sits down to share some of the practice strategies that made him one of the greatest scorers of all time. Listen to him share his comeback story after a devastating knee injury, and discusses necessary habits for a successful transition to a career after athletics.
20 min
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Tommy Tallarico: Video Game Composer | #ThePlay...
Video game composer Tommy Tallarico joins the Playbook to share insights from his career in music and gaming. Tommy and Dave Meltzer discuss the impetus behind the creation of the award-winning concert series Video Games Live, as well as how to monetize your passions as an entrepreneur.
26 min
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Kaitlin Sandeno: Olympic Gold Medalist | #ThePl...
U.S. Olympic Swimmer and gold medalist Kaitlin Sandeno drops by to discuss the traits and habits necessary to compete in sports at the highest level. Kaitlin and Dave Meltzer talk about the roles their family had in shaping their careers, and examine the difficulty of playing multiple sports as a young athlete.
31 min
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Apolo Anton Ohno: 8x Olympic Medalist | #ThePla...
Can you use your platform as an athlete to catapult yourself to great success off the field? Apolo Ohno has been able to utilize the skills that made him an Olympic Champion to find happiness and achievement in other fields.
31 min
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Greg Lutzka: Action Sports Star and Pro Skatebo...
One of the top skateboard entrepreneurs in Southern California, Greg Lutzka, discusses the ins-and-outs of the extreme sports business with Dave Meltzer. The two discuss the relationship between focus and success, as well as how to recover both physically and mentally from a fall.
21 min
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Jim Leyritz: Two-Time World Series Champion | #...
Learn how one simple interaction as a kid inspired two-time World Series Champion Jim Leyritz to become a catcher. Yankee Legend Jim Leyritz and Dave Meltzer discuss how illuminating the mistakes in your life can set you free, as well as how to form a positive perspective when things get tough.
32 min
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Shawne Merriman: Former NFL Linebacker | #ThePl...
Former NFL Rookie of The Year turned apparel entrepreneur Shawne Merriman shares the trials and tribulations of building a standout brand while giving back to the community he came from and battling some of the biggest names in the space.
20 min
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Derrick Morgan: Former NFL Linebacker | #ThePla...
One of the best pass rushers in the NFL today chats with Dave Meltzer about the importance of supporting the next generation of minority entrepreneurs. The two bond over their belief in “doing things now” as well as the lessons they learned from their biggest mentors, their mother.
22 min
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Dr. David Chao: The Youngest-Ever NFL Team Phys...
The youngest-ever NFL team physician, Dr. David Chao shares the situational knowledge he has acquired through decades as an orthopaedic surgeon and media figure. Gain an understanding about how both Daves use technology and social media in order to bring their talent and brand to the masses.
18 min
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Andre Reed: Pro Football Hall of Fame Wide Rece...
There aren’t many Hall of Famers who make the NFL by accident, but Andre Reed shares how he took advantage of the opportunities he was presented with as a young man. Andre and Dave Meltzer delve into what it takes to make it as an athlete entrepreneur and the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people in business.
24 min
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Jordan Palmer: Former NFL Quarterback & Pro Foo...
Former NFL quarterback and entrepreneur Jordan Palmer discusses the lessons that he and his brother learned from his father, including how to balance family life and business. Jordan and host Dave Meltzer cover the art of the business deal and explore the thought that all professional athletes are entrepreneurs.
26 min
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Leigh Steinberg: Legendary Sports Agent | #TheP...
Two of the sports world’s biggest agents combine forces again for a great podcast on entrepreneurship in sports. Dave Meltzer’s former boss and the “real” Jerry Maguire, Leigh Steinberg, talks about his contributions to the world of sports agentry as well as shares fantastic stories from his career, including his debate with former President Ronald Reagan.
25 min
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Warren Moon: Hall of Fame Quarterback | #ThePla...
Warren Moon, Hall of Fame Quarterback
22 min