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
Dave Roberts: Manager of the Los Angeles Dodger...
Dave Roberts, Manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers, talks about how experiencing adversity sports help to build a stronger character, and how he relays this message to the next generation of athletes. Dave discusses how to deal with labels or rejection from others, and how to use them to fuel your success.
22 min
1927
“Sugar” Ray Leonard: World Champion Boxer | #Th...
"Sugar" Ray Leonard, one of the greatest boxers of all time, opens up and shares how his approach to the sweet science helped him to beat talented opponents before they even stepped in the ring. Ray discusses the characteristics that made him such a phenomenal athlete, where he drew his inspiration, as well as his struggle to come to grips with abuse he experienced in childhood.
25 min
1928
Dan Patrick: Host of The Dan Patrick Show | #Th...
Dan Patrick, one of the biggest names in sports broadcasting and host of the Dan Patrick Show, talks about his winding path to ESPN, how he dealt with rejection as a young man, and how he and Full Sail University have created a program to provide the next generation of sportscasters with tools to compete in the media industry.
23 min
1929
Ming Tsai: Emmy Award Winning Chef | #ThePlayb...
Ming Tsai, Emmy-winning chef, sits down with David Meltzer to share his thoughts on building the skills to be a successful restaurateur and chef, how his squash career impacted his life, and the role that mentors have played in shaping him.
26 min
1930
Paul Rodriguez: Professional Skateboarder & Ent...
Paul Rodriguez, stud skateboarder, actor, and entrepreneur, chats with David Meltzer about the numerous lessons he’s learned while creating businesses, both inside and outside of the skateboarding world.
21 min
1931
Martellus Bennett: Super Bowl Champion & Creati...
Martellus Bennett, Super Bowl Champion and Creative Director of Awesomeness for the Imagination Agency, shares with David Meltzer his approach to making dreams into reality, and how he works to inspire the next generation to catch their dreams.
20 min
1932
Anthony Lynn: Head Coach of the Los Angeles Cha...
Anthony Lynn, Head Coach of the Los Angeles Chargers, talks about his approach to coaching an NFL team, how to deal with social media distractions, and the legacy he wants to leave in football and in life.
18 min
1933
Metta World Peace: NBA Champion | #ThePlaybook 52
Metta World Peace, former NBA star turned entrepreneur, sits down with David Meltzer to share his thoughts on empowering the next generation to come together and rebuild, as well as how to deal with the negative perceptions of others.
19 min
1934
Ray Lewis: NFL Hall of Famer & 2x Super Bowl Ch...
Ray Lewis, NFL Hall of Famer and 2x Super Bowl Champion, talks with David Meltzer about the mindset that made him one of the most feared players on the field and one of the most respected players off it.
31 min
1935
Victor Cruz: Former NFL Wide Receiver | #ThePla...
Victor Cruz, the Super Bowl winning wideout famous for his touchdown celebration dance, discusses how his upbringing impacted his work ethic, what it’s like having mentors like Maverick Carter, and why he is motivated to impact others every day.
19 min
1936
Tim Brown: NFL Hall of Famer & Former Heisman T...
Tim Brown, Heisman winner and Hall of Fame wideout, discusses with David Meltzer the role his over-developed ego played early in his career, as well as the importance of his faith in his everyday life.
23 min
1937
Ryan Leaf: Former NFL Quarterback | #ThePlayboo...
Ryan Leaf, former #2 draft pick in the NFL, chats with David Meltzer about the mindset that led to him becoming one of the most well-known “busts” in sports history, as well as the many life lessons he’s learned from changing that mindset.
24 min
1938
Colton Haynes: Star of Teen Wolf & Arrow | #The...
Colton Haynes, star of Teen Wolf and Arrow, chats with David Meltzer about the struggles he went through before coming out and how he learned to live a more authentic life.
19 min
1939
Chris Gardner: The Inspiration Behind The Pursu...
Chris Gardner, the inspiration behind the hit book and movie The Pursuit of Happyness, talks with David Meltzer about the importance of having a Plan A that is clear, concise, compelling, consistent, and committed.
27 min
1940
Reggie Love: Former Personal Aide to Barack Oba...
Reggie Love, Barack Obama’s former personal aide shares with David Meltzer what he’s learned from his time playing football and basketball at Duke, as well as from his time working in the White House.
27 min
1941
Brandi Chastain: Two-Time World Cup Champion | ...
Brandi Chastain, hero of the 1999 World Cup and US soccer legend, talks with David Meltzer about how she dealt with being cut from the national team as well as transitioning from forward to defender.
23 min
1942
Anastasia Ashley: Professional Surfer | #ThePla...
Anastasia Ashley, AS, sits down with David Meltzer to share insights from her early career and how she’s made the transition from athlete to entrepreneur.
18 min
1943
Jack Canfield: Author of the Chicken Soup for t...
Jack Canfield, legendary author of the Chicken Soup for the Soup series, chats with David Meltzer about how the digital age has completely changed the publishing business.
29 min
1944
Danica Patrick: Legendary Race Car Driver | #Th...
Danica Patrick, one of the most recognizable race car drivers in history, takes some time out to discuss with David Meltzer what her passions are off the track and the difference between giving up and letting go.
24 min
1945
Ed Mylett: Global Keynote Speaker | #ThePlayboo...
Ed Mylett, top motivational speaker and serial entrepreneur, sits down with David Meltzer to discuss the influence that our upbringing has on our mindset and how gratitude is an antidote for everything.
26 min
1946
Rashad Jennings: Former NFL Running Back | #The...
Rashad Jennings, running back turned author and David Meltzer discuss the odds Rashad overcame to make the NFL, including his .6 GPA and asthma.
28 min
1947
Matt Higgins: CEO and Co-Founder of RSE Venture...
Matt Higgins, CEO and co-founder of RSE Ventures, talks with host David Meltzer about using trials like the passing of his mother and his cancer diagnosis to inspire the way he works to reduce the suffering of others. The two talk about the role of humility in business and the importance of submitting yourself to learn from the greatness of others.
28 min
1948
Braxton Miller: Former NFL Wide Receiver | #The...
Braxton Miller, a former quarterback who was forced by injury to switch positions, chats with David Meltzer about the importance of branding yourself as an athlete, how fatherhood has changed the way he looks at life, and how he made the transition from quarterback to receiver.
18 min
1949
Jeremy Lin: NBA Champion | #ThePlaybook 36
Jeremy Lin, who burst onto the scene unlike any other basketball player in NBA history, talks with David Meltzer about his perspective on his career, the struggles he’s gone through, as well as the individuals who kept him from quitting.
19 min
1950
John Daly: Two-Time Major Champion | #ThePlaybo...
John Daly, whose brash style forever changed the PGA Tour, chats with David Meltzer about the importance of illuminating your successes and failures, and how he views his role as both an athlete and entertainer.
18 min