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.
1926
Josh Luber- Co-Founder of StockX| #ThePlaybook 125
Josh Luber, Co-Founder of StockX, talks about how his previous ventures as an entrepreneur prepared him to change streetwear forever.
21 min
1927
Mark Brazil: Co-Founder of Ikonick| #ThePlayboo...
Mark Brazil, entrepreneur and co-founder of IKONICK, talks about how taking a more disciplined approach to business has changed his life.
21 min
1928
Damon Wayans Jr.: Comedian, Actor, and Writer|...
Damon Wayans Jr., comedian, actor, writer, and co-founder of the app Special Guest, talks about the similarities between the entertainment world and entrepreneurship.
20 min
1929
Willie Colon & Large: Co-Hosts of Barstools Bea...
Willie Colon and Large, co-hosts of Barstool Sports’ new program Beatz N Eats, talk about the production of their newest show and their paths to working in media.
22 min
1930
Akon: Multi-Platinum Recording Artist & Entrepr...
Akon, music icon and entrepreneur, shares his thoughts on the importance of mentorship for business leaders and how he works to learn from the next generation of musicians.
18 min
1931
Jan Stenerud: NFL Hall of Fame Kicker| #ThePlay...
Jan Stenerud, Hall of Fame placekicker, talks about coming to America to ski in college to becoming an NFL Hall of Famer and how he was able to live the American dream.
17 min
1932
Kevin Mawae: 2019 Pro Football Hall of Fame Ind...
Kevin Mawae, 2019 Pro Football Hall of Fame Inductee and ASU Offensive Analyst, talks about how finding faith empowered him to change the way that he looks at life.
25 min
1933
Champ Bailey: NFL Hall of Fame Cornerback| #The...
Champ Bailey, Pro Football Hall of Fame cornerback and successful entrepreneur, discusses how trusting the team around you can set you up to achieve greatness.
20 min
1934
Nick Baker and Russell Silvers: Co-COO's at AEG...
Nick Baker and Russell Silvers, co-COO’s at AEG, share their thoughts on landing a great job in sports business.
23 min
1935
Sid Mashburn: CEO of Sid Mashburn| #ThePlaybook...
Sid Mashburn, founder and CEO of Sid Mashburn clothing, talks about how his experiences in fashion and hospitality prepared him to launch his own brand.
23 min
1936
John Paul DeJoria: Founder of Patron & John Pau...
John Paul DeJoria, self-made billionaire entrepreneur, shares the lessons about positivity that he’s learned over his career.
20 min
1937
Dave Asprey: Founder and CEO of Bulletproof| #T...
Dave Asprey, Founder and CEO of Bulletproof, talks about the impact that your physiology has on your
performance as an entrepreneur.
24 min
1938
Peter Murray : CEO of Professional Fighters Lea...
Peter Murray, CEO of the Professional Fighters League, talks about how he’s sacrificed in order to land some of the most coveted jobs in sports business.
24 min
1939
Phil Hellmuth: World's Greatest Poker Player| #...
Phil Hellmuth, winner of 15 World Series of Poker bracelets, discusses the role of introspection and a positive mindset in his success as a poker professional.
21 min
1940
Forrest Griffin: Most Important Fighter in UFC ...
Forrest Griffin, Hall of Fame MMA fighter and VP of Athlete Development for the UFC Performance Institute, talks about the growth of mixed martial arts.
22 min
1941
Paige Hathaway: Consistency Builds Brands and M...
Paige Hathaway, influencer and fitness expert, talks about discovering her passion for fitness and health, as well as how social media has impacted the way that she brands herself.
23 min
1942
Scott Harrison: CEO of charity: water| #ThePlay...
Scott Harrison, CEO of charity: water and author of the best-selling book Thirst, chats about the mission of his charity and how his organization is changing the world by providing clean water to millions of people.
30 min
1943
Andy Frisella: CEO of 1st Phorm| #ThePlaybook 108
Andy Frisella, CEO of 1st Phorm International and host of the MFCEO Project, sheds light on how today’s entrepreneurs can dominate their competition with his Five Task Rule.
25 min
1944
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
1945
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
1946
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
1947
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
1948
Robert Schaeffler: CEO of DevaCurl | #ThePlaybo...
Robert Schaeffler, CEO of DevaCurl, talks about how indie brands can excel in today’s marketplace.
22 min
1949
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
1950
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