The Playbook With David Meltzer

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Building a Brand From Necessity Oct 08, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with James Maslow to talk about building EveryBody EveryDay, a supplement company inspired by his demanding life on the road. James shares how constant travel led him and his fiancée, Caitlin, to create a simple daily product focused on hydration, supplementation, and convenience. We discuss using AI during early product development, working with experienced scientists to refine the formula, and standing out in a crowded market through authenticity and community. James also explains how curiosity, saying yes to new opportunities, asking questions, and surrounding himself with talented people have helped him balance entertainment, entrepreneurship, investing, and multiple growing businesses.

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The Tax Strategy Behind Short Term Rentals Oct 07, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Lamè Kinikini, Founder and CEO of Elk Ridge Investments, to talk about how short term rentals can become a powerful tax strategy for high net worth investors. Lamè shares how Elk Ridge evolved from property management into an investment model built around maximizing the tax advantages available through real estate. We discuss the importance of understanding tax incentives, why traditional advisors may overlook certain strategies, and how the right structure can create equity, cash flow, and depreciation benefits. Lamè also explains how Elk Ridge reduces the time and emotional expense that often comes with property ownership.

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Why AI Needs Leadership Oct 06, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Noelle Russell, founder of the AI Leadership Institute, bestselling author, and expert in responsible AI, to talk about what it takes to build AI systems that actually work for your business. Noelle explains why leaders need to take ownership of how AI operates, from defining the human role to creating clear instructions, examples, and constraints. We discuss why treating AI like a vending machine creates problems, how easily poorly designed systems can go off course, and why responsible AI ultimately comes down to leadership, accountability, and staying actively involved in the process.

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The Future of Sports and Search Oct 05, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Todd Ricketts, co-owner of the Chicago Cubs and co-founder of FreeSpoke, to talk about sports, technology, and the importance of informed conversation. Todd shares how his family approached rebuilding the Cubs around winning, preserving Wrigley Field, and supporting the Chicago community. We also discuss how FreeSpoke presents information from different political perspectives while prioritizing privacy and helping users break out of online silos. Todd explains how technology is changing the relationship between fans and athletes, why live sports remain so powerful, and how teams are turning game day into a complete entertainment experience.

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Life After the Fight Oct 04, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with UFC Hall of Famer Forrest Griffin to talk about the lessons he learned through fighting, retirement, and figuring out what comes next. Forrest shares the moment he decided to go all in on The Ultimate Fighter, why professional athletes need to prepare financially for life after competition, and how becoming a father changed his perspective on success. We also talk about finding purpose when your body can no longer do what it once could, learning from the people around you, and resisting the temptation to compare yourself to others. Forrest brings his signature humor to a thoughtful conversation about growth, responsibility, and reinvention.

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How to Build Strategic Partnerships That Accelerate Business Growth Oct 03, 2026

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In today’s episode, I share how strategic alliances and meaningful relationships can accelerate your business and expand your opportunities. I explain how to create transferable trust, find the right people to serve, and build mutually beneficial relationships that create exponential growth. Most importantly, I share why removing interference, staying aligned with your divine direction, and focusing on serving others can turn your relationships into your greatest growth engine**.**

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Stay Curious and Keep Moving Oct 02, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Mel Owens, an 11-year NFL veteran, attorney, entrepreneur, and star of The Golden Bachelor. Mel shares how spending 26 straight years playing football shaped his identity and prepared him for life after the NFL. We talk about taking advice, staying curious, and saying yes to opportunities that can send your life in unexpected directions. Mel also reflects on raising his sons, building a career in law, and why working for himself always felt like the natural choice. From football to entrepreneurship and television, his discipline and willingness to keep moving forward have served him at every stage.

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Finding Faith Through Failure Oct 01, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Lorenzo Payman to talk about faith, purpose, leadership, and the lessons that came from losing everything and rebuilding my life. I share how my mother’s response to my bankruptcy changed the way I viewed God, why asking for help became one of the most powerful habits in my life, and what mentors taught me about humility, self image, and intelligent leadership. We also talk about the role of intention, the meaning we give our past, the importance of serving others, and why fulfillment comes from aligning passion, purpose, and profitability with something greater than yourself.

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The Real Meaning of Resilience Sep 30, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with wealth advisor, tax attorney, and entrepreneur Nik Agharkar for a conversation about resilience, identity, and building a life around who you want to become. I share how losing everything forced me to confront the person I had become and reconnect with the values my mom taught me. We talk about separating yourself from influences that interfere with your potential, expanding your capabilities instead of defining yourself by a job title, and creating non-negotiable behaviors that align with your direction. I also explain why resilience comes down to wisdom, faith, and shortening the distance between a problem and its solution.

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Building Success Through Community Sep 29, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Dylan Bloyed, host of the Business Leaders of America Podcast and an experienced leader in distribution and manufacturing. We talk about the choices that shaped my path from technology into sports and entertainment, the warning signs I ignored before losing everything, and the values that helped me rebuild. I share why personal branding is really about building community, why showing up in person still matters, and how creating genuine value strengthens relationships. We also discuss mentorship, avoiding transactional networking, asking for help, and finding people who are already where you want to be so you can learn from their experience.

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