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.
1951
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
1952
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
1953
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
1954
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
1955
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
1956
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
1957
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
1958
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.
22 min
1959
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.
19 min
1960
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
1961
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.
27 min
1962
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.
29 min
1963
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
1964
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
1965
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
1966
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
1967
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
1968
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.
25 min
1969
Leah Pritchett: NHRA Drag Racing Champion | #Th...
Leah Pritchett, championship NHRA drag racer for Don Schumacher Racing, discusses the challenges she faces as a woman in a male-dominated sport, how she works to find the right sponsors, and the surprising relationship between fear and excitement.
21 min
1970
Eric Dickerson: Hall of Fame Running Back | #Th...
Eric Dickerson, one of the greatest running backs in NFL history, delves into the highs and lows he experienced during his career, including what nearly made him quit the game of football, as well as how he mentors today’s generation of athletes to help them build their brand on and off the field.
23 min
1971
Thad Sheely: Chief Operating Officer of the Atl...
Thad Sheely, the Chief Operating Officer of the Atlanta Hawks, discusses his winding journey from the finance industry to working in the NBA.
24 min
1972
Edwin Arroyave and Teddi Mellencamp Arroyave: E...
Edwin and Teddi Arroyave, entrepreneurs and stars of the Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, discuss how their different upbringings set them up to thrive as business leaders, parents, and spouses.
27 min
1973
Steve Weatherford: Super Bowl Champion Punter &...
Steve Weatherford, Super Bowl Champion punter and fitness influencer, shares the mental struggles he’s experienced transitioning into his post-NFL life, as well as why he’s putting an emphasis on being a vulnerable leader.
26 min
1974
CJ Anderson: Super Bowl Champion | #ThePlaybook 77
CJ Anderson, running back for the Los Angeles Rams, discusses the lessons he learned from one of the most challenging seasons he’s experienced as a professional, and the role that mentors have had in shaping his career in sports and business.
23 min
1975
Bedros Keuilian: Founder and CEO of Fit Body Bo...
Bedros Keuilian, the founder and CEO of Fit Body Boot Camp, speaks about the paradigm shift he experienced as a young man, coming from a communist country to the US with nothing but hopes for success.
22 min