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The Playbook
Hosted by Dave Meltzer, The Playbook features sports icons who are using their post-athletic careers to enter the world of entrepreneurship.
Episodes
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The Six Non-Negotiable Habits of High Performers
In this episode, I share the six non-negotiables that top performers live by. It’s not about motivation; it’s about how you show up every day. I talk about…
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The Responsibility of Influence
In today’s episode, I sit down with Ronnie 2K to talk about building influence the right way. He shares how his journey from a passionate gamer to the face of…
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What Legacy Really Means
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…
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Why Giving Alone Is Not Enough
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…
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The Blue Collar Mindset That Wins
In today’s episode, I sit down with Brock Holyoak, a real estate investor, developer, and coach known for building discipline, accountability, and…
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How To Stop Getting In Your Own Way
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…
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Winning Starts With Culture
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…
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The Greatest Interference to Your Potential
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…
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The Art of Living Full and Dying Empty
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…
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Mastering Time and Opportunity
In today’s episode, I answer questions on building real partnerships without locking yourself into rigid agreements that fall apart when circumstances change…
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Engineering the Flow of Abundance
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…
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The True Cost of Wasted Energy
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…
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The Power of Doing More with Less
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…
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The One Question That Closes Every Deal
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…
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How to Shift from Scarcity to Abundance
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…
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The Power Of Knowing Your Worth
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…
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Turning Criticism Into Real Momentum
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…
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Shortening The Distance Of Resistance
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…
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The Pressure Of Early Success
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…
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Why Happiness Comes Before Achievement
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…
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How Early Detection Saves Lives
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…
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The Power of Purposeful and Consistent Giving
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…
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The Intelligence Beyond Your Mind
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…
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Why You Must Become Who You Are Meant To Be
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…
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How to Prioritize When Everything Matters
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…
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The Simpler Path to Starting a Nonprofit
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…
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Your Feelings Are Not Your Identity
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…
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Why Fear and Excitement Are the Same Thing
In today’s episode, I sit down with Asi Wind, an award-winning magician and mentalist, to talk about what makes magic feel real even when the outcome is…
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True Momentum Has No Breaks: The Power of Daily Consistency
In this episode, I remind you that true momentum isn’t built in big moments—it’s built in consistency. It’s about showing up every day and not breaking the…
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How to Rebuild After Losing Everything
In today’s episode, I sit down with Andrew Wilson to talk about faith, gratitude, frequency, and the long road back after losing everything. I share how my mom…
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Using AI Without Breaking Compliance
In today’s episode, I sit down with Josh Newman, founder and managing partner at Clatter, to talk about turning zero to one into a competitive advantage. We…
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Why Most People Quit Too Soon
In today’s episode, I break down why most people quit and how it has nothing to do with talent. I talk about how slow progress, discomfort, and uncertainty get…
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What It Really Means to Follow Through
In today’s episode, I sit down with Orlando Brown Jr, an NFL offensive tackle, to talk about what it really means to follow through and lead with intention on…
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The Power of Consistency Over Intensity
In today’s episode, I talk about what it really takes to stay grounded while balancing family, ambition, and personal growth. I share how intentional time with…
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Fixing A Broken Gig Economy
In today’s episode, I sit down with Moe Jumaa, CEO of Waxii, to talk about building a business by questioning broken systems. At 24, Moe shares how a simple…
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The Power of Intention
In this episode, I remind you that most people aren’t living with intention; they’re reacting instead of creating. When you’re not aligned with what you do…
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The Six Lessons of Identity and Income
In today’s episode, I explain why income starts with identity, not tactics alone. I break down six lessons on how the way we see ourselves shapes the…
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Creating a Product That Evolves With AI
In today’s episode, I sit down with Christopher Gustave, founder of Oma Mirrors, to talk about how a self-taught Navy veteran turned problem-solving into a…
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When Losing Everything Changes Everything
In today’s episode, I join the Behavior Bitches podcast to share the moment my greatest fear came true and how it ultimately reshaped my life. After losing…
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Reinventing Healthcare Starts With Dignity
In today’s episode, I sit down with entrepreneur Nadia Tedeschi, founder and CEO of Mylo Medical, whose approach to innovation starts with dignity. After…
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Building a Brand That Lasts
In today’s episode, I sit down with former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman to talk about life after football and what it really takes to carry success beyond…
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The Real AI Strategy Most Companies Miss
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Hardik Jagda, entrepreneur and leading AI strategist at Proximity Works, for a conversation recorded from Radio Row at the…
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What Happens When You Show Up
In this episode, I remind you that success isn’t one moment; it’s showing up consistently. When you show up with intention, you build trust, create momentum…
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Creating Content That Keeps People Watching
In today’s episode, I’m joined by recurring guest James Maslow and Ryan Walker, founder and CEO of TSMA, for a conversation about what it really takes to build…
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Turning Memories Into a Lasting Legacy
In today’s episode, I sit down with David Gastelum, founder of DASH, an AI-powered platform built to preserve the memories and stories that define a life…
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Removing What Interferes With Your Potential
In today’s episode, I sit down with Tim Markland, who I first met through a mutual connection after a conference in Washington, DC, to talk about the mindset…
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The Power of AI in Modern Sales
In today’s episode, I sit down with Eric Quanstrom, VP of GTM Engineering at Apollo.io, to talk about how AI is reshaping the way companies find customers and…
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The Power of AI in Modern Sales
In today’s episode, I sit down with Eric Quanstrom, VP of GTM Engineering at Apollo.io, to talk about how AI is reshaping the way companies find customers and…
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Empowering Doctors to Lead Healthcare Change
In today’s episode, I sit down with Dr. Scott Shapiro, a board-certified cardiologist and nationally recognized physician advocate who helped launch one of the…
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Why Mentoring Kids Matters Most
In today’s episode, I sit down with Devin Hester, former NFL star and widely regarded as the greatest punt returner in football history. We talk about the…
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The Hidden Cost of Worry
In this episode, I talk about how worry is a duplicative negative that interferes with our energy, creativity, and focus. Many people think worry is…
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How You Are Interfering With Your Own Success
In today’s episode, I sit down with Anita Karadalian to talk about faith, frequency, and the power of meaning. I share why kids may not listen but always…
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The Future of Luxury Assets on the Blockchain
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…
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You Do Not Lack Effort, You Leak It
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…
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Faith Over Fear on and off the Field
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…
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Building a Brand Without Losing Yourself
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…
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The Mindset That Builds Lasting Wealth and Influence
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…
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How To Compound Opportunity
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…
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Four Values That Shape a Winning Culture
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…
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Why You Must Learn to Receive
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…