David Meltzer, Entrepreneur.com

The Playbook

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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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Business

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Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

The Future of Luxury Assets on the Blockchain 14.03.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with Maru Kaneko, founder and CEO of VAULTÉ, a platform bringing tokenized luxury assets to the blockchain. We talk about how tokenization opens access to diamonds, jewelry, and other high-end assets that were once limited to insiders, and why major institutions are moving in this direction. Maru shares lessons from building multimillion-dollar companies at a young a...

You Do Not Lack Effort, You Leak It 13.03.2026

In today’s episode, I break down why so many of us don’t lack effort, we leak it. We confuse motion with progress, pack our schedules, and still avoid the scoreboard that tells us if we’re actually winning. I share six core lessons on intentional effort, exponential leverage, strategic constraints, reflection, rhythm and rest, and present focused momentum. When your purpose is clear and your non n...

Faith Over Fear on and off the Field 12.03.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with Tre Boston, former NFL safety and current TV host, to talk about faith, frequency, and the mindset that sustains greatness. From his “welcome to the NFL” lowlight against Russell Wilson to the lessons learned through public mistakes, Tre shares how belief, short memory, and gratitude shape resilience. We discuss forgiveness, life after football, and why oppositi...

Building a Brand Without Losing Yourself 11.03.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down at Radio Row with Zuri Hall, an American TV personality and actress known for Access Hollywood and American Ninja Warrior. We talk about growing up in Toledo, Ohio, and how her father’s belief that anything is possible shaped her self-image and career. Zuri shares how she reconciles the “on camera” brand with who she really is, and why authenticity has become her gre...

The Mindset That Builds Lasting Wealth and Influence 10.03.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with Danny Cortenraude, Founder and Managing Partner of InStudio Ventures, and NFL quarterback Jameis Winston of the New York Giants. We talk about what it really takes for athletes to transition from the locker room to the boardroom, and why humility is the ultimate competitive advantage. Jameis shares how faith, stewardship, and disciplined planning shape his appro...

How To Compound Opportunity 09.03.2026

In this episode, I remind you that success isn’t about speed—it’s about allowing opportunities to compound. Most people quit during the slow stages of hype and disappointment, but those who stay aligned long enough start to see opportunity, options, and touches of favor build. I talk about focusing on trajectory instead of comparison, developing emotional endurance, and positioning yourself where...

Four Values That Shape a Winning Culture 08.03.2026

In today’s episode, I share why being named Chairman of the Napoleon Hill Institute is both an honor and a responsibility tied directly to my mission of empowering over a billion people to be happy. I break down the four core values that shape my company culture, gratitude, empathy, accountability, and effective communication, and how consistent practice creates energy people want to work around....

Why You Must Learn to Receive 07.03.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with Nik Atanackovic of The Victory Degree Podcast to break down what it really takes to make a lot of money, help a lot of people, and have a lot of fun. We talk about the biggest misconceptions around money, why giving and receiving don’t follow the rules most people assume, and how failing to receive actually limits your ability to serve others. I share the quanti...

The Blueprint for Longevity 06.03.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with former NFL quarterback Donovan McNabb, a 13-season veteran best known for leading the Philadelphia Eagles to five NFC Championship appearances and a Super Bowl. We talk about legacy, the Hall of Fame conversation, and how quarterbacks are evaluated beyond rings and stats. Donovan shares what it meant to follow pioneers who changed the game and how respect, resil...

Modernizing a Legacy Brand for the Next Generation 05.03.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with Somia Farid Silber, CEO of Edible Brands, to talk about scaling a family legacy into a modern, multi-brand powerhouse. From growing Edible Arrangements to launching edibles.com and expanding into fast casual with Roti Modern Mediterranean, Somia shares how she blends operational roots with strategic innovation. We discuss leading franchise communities, earning c...

Give Yourself Permission to Be Great 04.03.2026

In today’s episode, I’m joined at Pebble Beach by Marshall Faulk and Virgil Herring for a conversation about mindset, competition, and inner alignment. Marshall shares how a Hall of Fame mentality carries from football to golf to business, why every shot and every opportunity demands preparation, and how giving yourself permission to be great silences self-doubt. We talk about controlling the mome...

The Frequency of Survival 03.03.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with retired Navy SEAL and former CIA operative Michael Jaco, a veteran of 35 years in high-risk combat zones who now teaches intuition and frequency-based performance. From near-death childhood experiences to a moment in Iraq where he saw his own body after an explosion, Michael shares how faith, discipline, and the frequency of love shaped his survival. We talk abo...

How to Work with Purpose Every Day 02.03.2026

In this episode, I share why working harder isn’t the answer — working with purpose is. If your purpose is greater than your pain, you won’t quit. The issue isn’t activity; it’s misalignment. When your intention is clear, your focus sharpens. When your focus sharpens, your results compound. I explain how to eliminate interference, leverage the right people and systems, and measure what truly matte...

Money Is Not a Bad Word 01.03.2026

In today’s episode, I talk about why money is a bad word for so many people and how that belief quietly limits what we receive. I share how losing over $100 million forced me to rethink giving, faith, and the difference between receiving and being given. Kindness and love are infinite, but money and time are manmade constructs that require awareness and alignment. I explain why the more you give,...

The Power of On Demand Focus 28.02.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with J Johnson Jr, founder and CEO of High Frequency Highway, a young entrepreneur blending neuroscience, sound, and intention to shift human performance. We talk about discovering frequency through early study and meditation, then applying it beyond spirituality into athletics, business, and daily focus. J shares how binaural beats, pure tone Hertz, and bone conduct...

Finding Happiness Through Service and Abundance 27.02.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with serial entrepreneur and investor Terry Knight, whose mission is to help people grow, scale, and live with purpose. We talk about faith, family, and what it really means to help a billion people be happy. I share why “I am” is my favorite verse, how doing your best, learning lessons, and having fun shapes my parenting, and why non-negotiable time for sleep, healt...

Building Brain Like AI for the Real World 26.02.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with entrepreneur Charles Schoenhoeft, CEO of Neural AI, to talk about a brain-like approach to computing that changes how data is sensed, processed, and acted on. We break down neuromorphic technology, including a neural “nose” that treats smell as usable data, and why parallel processing on hardware matters for speed, energy use, and real-world applications. Charle...

The Real Reason Your Goals Never Stick 25.02.2026

In today’s episode, I break down what a goal actually is and why it should function as a direction, not an outcome. I share how losing everything forced me to rethink success through purpose, behavior, and daily discipline rather than attachment to results. We talk about aligning goals with time, setting non-negotiable habits, finding the right people to learn from, and staying consistent instead...

When AI Works Without Massive Data Centers 24.02.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with entrepreneur Charles Yeomans, CEO of Atombeam Technologies, to talk about a real data bottleneck hiding in plain sight. We break down why most machine generated data never makes it through the network, how Atombeam’s Nerpak software moves far more information without new hardware, and why that matters for defense, mobility, storage, and edge computing. Charles e...

Building an Authentic Brand That People Trust 23.02.2026

In this episode, I share why the heartbeat of your brand isn’t your logo or your polish — it’s your story and your frequency. People don’t buy what you say; they buy how you make them feel. Your brand is story plus truth plus the experience you create, and when those three are aligned, trust compounds. I explain why energy speaks before words. When your story is clear, your energy is aligned. When...

Why Busy People Stay Broke 22.02.2026

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Rob Gill to break down why so many people stay stuck financially and how to stop interfering with their own progress. We talk about moving from nothingness to real possibility by getting clear on what you want, who can help you get there, and how to build systems that work for you instead of trapping you in busywork. I share why the mistakes of the past do not nee...

When Purpose Shows Up After Everything Falls Apart 21.02.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with Tanner Courtney, founder of Ready & Forward, a veteran and spinal cord injury survivor who found purpose through service after losing everything he thought defined him. We talk about what it means to be called to something bigger than yourself, how faith shifts through doubt and loss, and why alignment often shows up after plans collapse. Tanner shares his j...

Why Progress Speeds Up When You Stop Forcing It 20.02.2026

In today’s episode, I answer rapid-fire questions on breakthroughs, scaling, and relationships. I share how my first financial leap came nine months after law school by betting on sales skills early, and how my real life shift hit at 38 with a painful lesson that changed my perspective. We talk about building culture that can survive fast-moving markets, why success often moves slowly then suddenl...

A Smarter Way to Manage Cravings 19.02.2026

In today’s episode, I talk with Sarah Kennedy, founder and CEO of Calocurb, about a plant based approach to appetite management built on years of research in New Zealand. We break down how her capsule works in the upper intestine to stimulate the body’s own appetite suppressing hormones, why that differs from synthetic GLP 1 drugs, and what the clinical results show around hunger, cravings, and ca...

Why Most People Are Drifting Without Purpose 18.02.2026

In today’s episode, I sit down with Ruben Dua, CEO and founder of Dubb and host of the Connection Loop Podcast, to talk about video, fear, and purpose. We get into why most people hold back from sharing their stories, how confidence is built through repetition, and why other people’s opinions are none of your business. I share the moment that pushed me into content creation, what video has changed...

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