David Meltzer, Entrepreneur.com
The Playbook
Hosted by Dave Meltzer, The Playbook features sports icons who are using their post-athletic careers to enter the world of entrepreneurship.
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David Meltzer, Entrepreneur.com
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Jul 11, 2026
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Episodes
What Legacy Really Means 02.05.2026 30:29
In today’s episode, I sit down with Ben Garland, Ron Cole, and Anthony Tolliver to talk about what legacy really means beyond money. We get into social wealth, community, and why mental health is the foundation that impacts every part of life. We share practical ways to build stronger communication skills in the next generation, from simple habits like making a phone call to embracing AI without l...
Why Giving Alone Is Not Enough 01.05.2026 18:51
In today’s episode, I sit down with Ryan Munsey to talk about the truth behind money, relationships, and consistency. I explain why money is a manmade construct and how giving, receiving, and asking all play a role in building abundance. We get into why kind people often struggle financially and how shifting your mindset around receiving can change everything. I also share how community and relati...
The Blue Collar Mindset That Wins 30.04.2026 20:27
In today’s episode, I sit down with Brock Holyoak, a real estate investor, developer, and coach known for building discipline, accountability, and performance-driven habits. We talk about what it really means to be blue collar built and why that mindset still matters for the next generation. Brock shares how hard work, consistency, and immediate action separate those who move ahead from those who...
How To Stop Getting In Your Own Way 29.04.2026 46:55
In today’s episode, I share the lessons that shaped my life, from chasing money to losing everything and finally learning what actually matters. I talk about intuition, humility, identity, and the daily practices that helped me rebuild from the inside out. I also break down why lessons keep repeating until we learn them, how the people around us shape our future, and why knowing what you want, who...
Winning Starts With Culture 28.04.2026 42:34
In today’s episode, I sit down with Urban Meyer, three-time national champion, former college football coach, and current commentator, for a conversation about what really builds winning teams. We talk about why culture has to be clear enough to see, hear, and feel, how great leaders define standards before they ever hire, and what separates talent acquisition from talent development. Urban shares...
The Greatest Interference to Your Potential 27.04.2026 34:19
In this episode, I remind you that your potential is infinite; the problem is the interference you create. The biggest obstacle to your success isn’t outside of you; it’s you. I talk about entitlement, ego, and inconsistency, and why you have to show up every day and pay the rent. It’s not about knowing what to do; it’s about doing it, every day. When you stay aligned, take action, and make adjust...
The Art of Living Full and Dying Empty 26.04.2026 18:04
In today’s episode, I sit down with Les Brown to talk about building a legacy that outlives you through storytelling, service, and teaching others to carry the mission forward. We discuss why success without successors falls short, how to stay driven after reaching the top, and the importance of a compelling why. Les shares lessons from overcoming stage four cancer, navigating new levels and new d...
Mastering Time and Opportunity 25.04.2026 26:33
In today’s episode, I answer questions on building real partnerships without locking yourself into rigid agreements that fall apart when circumstances change. I break down how to align skills, timing, and risk tolerance so you can make smarter decisions without regret. I also share how understanding perceived value versus your true bottom line can shift every negotiation in your favor. From quick...
Engineering the Flow of Abundance 24.04.2026 27:08
In today’s episode, I talk with Blaine Bartlett about what it really means to live in flow instead of chasing results. We break down how clarity, humility, awareness, and intention help create alignment, and why happiness is found in the pursuit itself. I share why so much of our exhaustion comes from interference like worry, frustration, and attachment to outcomes, while Blaine uses the metaphor...
The True Cost of Wasted Energy 23.04.2026 41:21
In today’s episode, I answer live audience questions about the tension between ambition and surrender, and how to stop wasting energy on what pulls us off course. I talk about why time matters so much, how to balance business, family, faith, health, and finances, and what it means to stay aligned in both the human experience and the infinite. I also share my thoughts on spotting toxicity, asking u...
The Power of Doing More with Less 22.04.2026 26:37
In today’s episode, I break down what it really means to do more with less by designing better systems instead of pushing harder. I share how efficiency comes from eliminating friction through automation, delegation, and intentional focus, even in the smallest daily habits. I walk through why fixing the whole system matters more than reacting to symptoms, and how culture is built through what we r...
The One Question That Closes Every Deal 21.04.2026 37:34
In today’s episode, I talk about why great opportunities show up far outside your assigned industry, and how business becomes easier when you stop thinking in narrow categories. I share what I’m building next, from a book centered on my five daily practices to a TV concept focused on giving promising entrepreneurs a real second chance. I also talk about handling rejection, staying persistent, and...
How to Shift from Scarcity to Abundance 20.04.2026 39:48
In this episode, I remind you that giving doesn’t take away; it expands you. When you give with intention, you increase your capacity to receive and put yourself in the flow of more. I talk about why you have to give first, and how scarcity interferes with everything you want. What you give, time, energy, and encouragement is exactly what you strengthen in your life. When you shift from not enough...
The Power Of Knowing Your Worth 19.04.2026 14:28
In today’s episode, I sit down with Cindy Eckert, an entrepreneur whose journey redefines what it means to know your worth. From turning down a $900 million offer to ultimately closing a billion-dollar exit, Cindy shares how she separated perceived value from true bottom line. We talk about structuring deals the right way, how she regained her company for $1, and the lessons learned from that proc...
Turning Criticism Into Real Momentum 18.04.2026 23:11
In today’s episode, I join Brad Banyas on the SaltyMF GOAT Podcast for a conversation about bold decisions, clear values, and refusing to let other people limit your vision. I talk about naming a book in a way people remember, how negativity and criticism can become fuel, and why a one star review helped create momentum instead of stopping me. We also get into building a community of leaders, not...
Shortening The Distance Of Resistance 17.04.2026 15:27
In today’s episode, I talk with Hamed Mazrouei, founder and CEO of Milagro, about navigating the emotional highs and lows of entrepreneurship. I share how non-negotiable habits like sleep, health, family, and time management create stability, even when everything else feels chaotic. We discuss shortening the “distance of resistance,” learning to manage reactions to setbacks, and why aligning minds...
The Pressure Of Early Success 16.04.2026 22:00
In today’s episode, I sit down with former basketball prodigy Schea Cotton to talk about Manchild , the documentary built around his rise, setbacks, and everything he learned along the way. We get into how being labeled “the next big thing” can distort your mindset, why mentorship matters when praise gets loud, and how faith, family, and resilience shape long-term success. Schea opens up about men...
Why Happiness Comes Before Achievement 15.04.2026 20:48
In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Carlo Blanco, who works with high-level leaders to eliminate stress at its root and restore clarity under pressure. We talk about how mindset shapes success, why happiness is not something you earn later, and how uncertainty fuels anxiety in a world flooded with information. I share how I lost everything while chasing the wrong identity, and what it took to...
How Early Detection Saves Lives 14.04.2026 21:05
In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr Alexander, CEO and co-founder of CoreViva, to talk about the power of early detection and why most healthcare is still reactive instead of proactive. We get into how full body MRIs are catching serious conditions before symptoms appear, including dozens of early-stage cancers, and why timing can be the difference between a simple fix and a life-altering diagn...
The Power of Purposeful and Consistent Giving 13.04.2026 27:41
In this episode, I remind you that the principles from Think and Grow Rich are just as relevant today. What you think, say, do, believe, and feel matters—and it shows up in your results. I talk about gratitude, letting go of ego, and why you can’t let outside voices determine your happiness. In business, it’s not about transactions—it’s about relationships, trust, and consistent value. When you gi...
The Intelligence Beyond Your Mind 12.04.2026 11:24
In today’s episode, I sit down with Gurudev to talk about absolute intelligence and how it shapes the way we think, feel, and perform. We explore the idea that human intelligence is part of a larger universal consciousness, and how intuition plays a role in accessing it. Through conversations on meditation, breathwork, and mental hygiene, we break down practical ways to build resilience, increase...
Why You Must Become Who You Are Meant To Be 11.04.2026 22:49
In today’s episode, I sit down with James Maslow and special guest Tai Emery, a former electrician turned Muay Thai fighter and global combat sports personality. We talk about what it takes to pursue an unconventional path, from working male-dominated job sites to fighting for a living. Tai shares how adversity, discipline, and survival instincts shaped her mindset, while we connect those lessons...
How to Prioritize When Everything Matters 10.04.2026 18:26
In today’s episode, I sit down with Tim Kennedy, bestselling author of Scars and Stripes , along with being a Green Beret, UFC fighter, and entrepreneur, to talk about prioritization, purpose, and turning pain into fuel. We break down how he structures his time, why he refuses to ever say “I know,” and how constant learning shapes everything he does. Tim shares how trauma, failure, and physical ha...
The Simpler Path to Starting a Nonprofit 09.04.2026 19:42
In today’s episode, I sit down with Christian LeFer, founder and CEO of InstantNonprofit, who has helped launch nearly 5,000 nonprofits by removing the friction that stops people from acting on their purpose. We talk about why so many well-intentioned founders quit, how time and uncertainty kill momentum, and how he reduced a 50-hour process into something that can take under 30 minutes. Christian...
Your Feelings Are Not Your Identity 08.04.2026 16:43
In today’s episode, I sit down with Claude Silver, Chief Heart Officer at VaynerX and author of Be Yourself at Work , to talk about emotional awareness and what it really means to show up authentically. We discuss why feelings should be treated as information instead of identity, and how recognizing them quickly can improve clarity and action. Claude shares the moment that helped her break pattern...
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