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.
Episodes
May 25, 2026 • 57 mins
In this episode, I remind you that time shouldn’t control you—you should control your time. The key is becoming a student of your calendar and learning how to be productive, accessible, and gracious every day. I talk about non-negotiable behaviors around sleep, health, family, finance, faith, and studying your time. Small actions done consistently create momentum, compound results, and remove the interference that creates stress. W...
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May 24, 2026 • 19 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with entrepreneur and marketing strategist Kim Walsh Phillips alongside singer, actor, and American Idol breakout Justin Guarini to talk about the real difference between fame, celebrity, and authority in today’s business world. We break down how visibility creates opportunity, why authenticity only works when it’s consistent, and how the right relationships open doors that applications and cold pitch...
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May 23, 2026 • 36 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with business broker, entrepreneur, and What’s Your Deal? host Matt Uhler for a conversation about faith, accountability, coaching, and the habits that shape a meaningful life. We talk about the difference between mentors, teachers, and coaches, why non-negotiable time changed my perspective on health and family, and how fear and uncertainty interfere with our energy and decision-making. I also share ...
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May 22, 2026 • 18 mins
In today’s episode, I talk about why asking for help is one of the greatest gifts you can give another person and how ego quietly interferes with our potential. I share the mindset shifts that carried me through losing over $100 million, the lessons my mother taught me about faith, and why every problem already contains its own solution. We also talk about shortening the distance between mistakes and growth through wisdom, accounta...
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May 21, 2026 • 29 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with Parker Graham, former pro athlete and Founder and CEO of Vestible, to talk about democratizing sports ownership and creating access beyond billionaires and private equity. Parker shares how his single mother’s grit shaped his drive, why education became his foundation, and how his background in wealth management led him into FinTech. We also talk about building real community through in-person re...
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May 20, 2026 • 21 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with Blaine Bartlett to talk about why big results are built through small, repeatable actions instead of massive breakthrough moments. We discuss how consistency creates momentum, why forgiveness matters when we fall off track, and the difference between chasing motivation versus building true devotion to a purpose. Blaine shares insights on discipline, focus, and the power of aligning daily habits w...
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May 19, 2026 • 19 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with Scott Ryan, Founder and CEO of Investature, to talk about the surprising connection between climate solutions, personal finance, and everyday banking decisions. Scott explains how something as simple as switching banks or rethinking investments can create real impact while also improving financial outcomes. We discuss why entrepreneurs and innovators are essential to solving large-scale problems,...
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May 18, 2026 • 34 mins
In this episode, I remind you that your belief patterns shape your reality. What you do, say, think, feel, and believe every day matters. I talk about why it’s never too late to change, why your identity matters, and why waiting for the perfect moment keeps you stuck. Progress comes from doing what you can do now and next—not from trying to be perfect. I also share how alignment, action, and adjustment help you stay connected to yo...
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May 17, 2026 • 24 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with Jay Abraham, founder and CEO of The Abraham Group and one of the most trusted strategic minds in modern business. Jay shares how he is preserving decades of marketing wisdom through books, free training, partnerships, and even an AI-powered version of himself built from his proprietary body of work. We talk about legacy, free market capitalism, the power of strategic alliances, and why entreprene...
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May 16, 2026 • 47 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with acclaimed speaker, writer, and life coach Tim Storey for a conversation about faith, wisdom, purpose, and the mindset required to overcome limitations. We talk about the difference between knowledge and wisdom, why preparation creates conviction, and how fear, worry, and comparison interfere with growth. Tim shares his perspective on finding your unique assignment instead of chasing somebody else...
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May 15, 2026 • 48 mins
In today’s episode, I share why coaches, mentors, and teachers can speed up your journey, but they can’t do the inner work for you. I talk about getting from A to B, finding people who already sit where you want to be, and using their guidance to avoid unnecessary pain, wasted time, and expensive lessons. I also break down the difference between scheduled time and non-time, why giving away your best hours can cost you, and how smal...
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May 14, 2026 • 23 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with billionaire entrepreneur and Magna International founder Frank Stronach to talk about his journey from arriving in Canada with $200 to building a global automotive empire with 180,000 employees and billions in revenue. Frank shares how profit sharing transformed his business, why treating employees like partners created explosive growth, and how his experiences with poverty, war, communism, and c...
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May 13, 2026 • 8 mins
In today’s episode, I reflect on the lessons my mom taught me simply through the way she lived. After raising six kids on a second grade teacher’s salary, she showed me what resilience, humility, kindness, and service really look like. I share stories about growing up in Akron, Ohio, carrying those lessons into my career, and the impact teachers and parents have on shaping lives long after the classroom is gone. From funny moments ...
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May 12, 2026 • 17 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Grant Elliott, founder of Rehab Fix and one of the leading voices in movement-based recovery for chronic back pain. We talk about why lower back pain has become the world’s leading disability, and how stress, sleep, mindset, movement, and daily habits all contribute to the problem. Dr. Elliott explains why so many outdated treatment models still dominate modern healthcare, why most people can...
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May 11, 2026 • 53 mins
In this episode, I remind you that ego is the biggest interference between where you are and where you want to be. The ego wants to defend, control, and prove, and that interference keeps you from your potential. I talk about why the simple things matter most, and why the ego fights the mundane. Success isn’t built in big moments; it’s built in the small things you do every day. I also share why non-negotiable behaviors matter and ...
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May 10, 2026 • 38 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with Grant Cardone, entrepreneur, real estate investor, bestselling author, and founder of the 10X movement, to talk about turning setbacks into fuel for something bigger. Grant shares how dissatisfaction can become a divine signal to grow, why success often starts before belief catches up, and how he learned to build businesses by doing the math backward from impossible targets. We also talk about ti...
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May 9, 2026 • 33 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with former NFL players Julius Thomas and Bronson Kaufusi, along with entrepreneur and investor Frank Perdomo, for a conversation about community, faith, fulfillment, and impact. We talk about why culture starts with people, how the Pro Athlete Community helps athletes prepare for life beyond the game, and why success without fulfillment can still leave you empty. Julius shares how obedience shaped hi...
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May 8, 2026 • 22 mins
In today’s episode, I share the lesson that came after losing over $100 million, going bankrupt, and realizing money alone would never make me happy. I talk about the calling that changed my life, the wisdom my mom gave me at my lowest point, and why faith is essential when the evidence is contrary to where you want to go. I also break down the three things I believe create real happiness: making a lot of money, helping a lot of pe...
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May 7, 2026 • 31 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with Patrice Evra, former Manchester United and France captain, to talk about what it really takes to win at the highest level. We get into the mindset of becoming a “monster” in pursuit of greatness, and the sacrifices that come with it, from family strain to personal loss. Patrice shares how his upbringing shaped his resilience, why he was never driven by money, and how success can come at the cost ...
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May 6, 2026 • 28 mins
In today’s episode, I sit down with Justine Reiss to share my journey from early financial success to losing over $100 million and rebuilding with a new perspective on faith, values, and purpose. We talk about why sports has always been a backdrop for something bigger, and how learning to love what you don’t like about what you love can change everything. I break down the role of gratitude, forgiveness, and accountability in shapin...
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