Boardroom with Rich Kleiman

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Kevin Durant On LeBron's 76ers Move, the Knicks Ring, Westbrook Retiring, & His NBA Future Aug 27, 2026

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In a special episode of Boardroom Talks, Kevin Durant sits down with Speedy Morman for an unfiltered conversation. KD opens up about his NBA future, getting older in a young man's league, Russell Westbrook's retirement, LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, the Knicks' championship run, and why he believes the NBA's global evolution is a good thing. Durant also gets deeply personal, discussing his views on love and dating, his approach to life and introspection, finding purpose, tapping into his "inner Godness," his lifelong competitive mindset, his relationships outside of basketball, gaming, music, money, and much more. Plus, KD explains why he loves talking back to fans, revisits his legendary pregame routine, reveals how he collects jerseys from other NBA players, and reflects on the people who have shaped him along the way.

Nneka Ogwumike Reveals Why She Is Retiring From The WNBA Aug 19, 2026

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Nneka Ogwumike is retiring from the WNBA at the conclusion of the 2026 season…on her own terms. In an emotional and wide-ranging Boardroom Talks with Taylor Rooks, the WNBA champion, MVP, 11-time All-Star, and WNBPA President opens up about her decision to step away after 15 seasons, the moment she knew it was time, and what it means to leave the league feeling fulfilled rather than forced out. Nneka reflects on her incredible WNBA career, the evolution of women's basketball, the historic CBA negotiations, her role as a leader and player advocate, and the legacy she hopes to leave behind. She also discusses her next chapter and her desire to keep growing the women's game on a global stage. Plus, Nneka and Taylor discuss leadership, identity, being an introvert, knowing when to move on, and why retirement doesn't have to mean the end — it can mean moving toward what's next.

Jaylen Brown Opens Up on How NBA Wealth Changed His Life & Relationships Aug 17, 2026

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What does it really mean to be wealthy? In the latest episode of Mental Wealth, Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Jaylen Brown joins Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman and Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness at Ally Bank, for an honest conversation about money, success, relationships, and finding purpose beyond a bank account. Brown opens up about being raised by a single mother in Atlanta, how basketball changed his family’s financial circumstances, and what it was like navigating wealth and fame from a young age. He also gets candid about the envy and shifting relationships that can come with success, why money can put you on an island, and the importance of developing “tools of discernment” when managing your finances and the people around you.
Mental Wealth explores the financial journeys, mindsets, and lessons of leading figures in sports and entertainment, as well as the emotional relationship we all have with money. Subscribe to Boardroom for more conversations at the intersection of sports, business, culture, and wealth. Visit ally.com/moneyroots to start your mental wealth journey. Ally Bank, Member FDIC

Emory Jones on Jay-Z, Paper Planes, Roc Nation, & Building Culture Aug 14, 2026

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Emory “Vegas” Jones sits down with Rich Kleiman for a special episode of Boardroom Talks to discuss the journey that made him one of the most influential cultural architects in music, fashion, and sports. From growing up in Cambridge, Maryland, to building alongside Jay-Z, launching Paper Planes, shaping Puma’s cultural resurgence, and developing deep relationships with figures like Nipsey Hussle, Emory reflects on the mindset, patience, and creativity that defined his path.

Kelsey Plum Gets Real About Money, Success, & the Future of Women's Hoops Aug 11, 2026

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Kelsey Plum joins Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman and Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness at Ally Bank, for an honest conversation about success, money, leadership, and the future of women’s sports. Recorded live during one of the biggest weekends in women’s sports, the first episode of Mental Wealth explores the mindset behind one of basketball’s biggest stars.

Shaquille O'Neal & Jamie Salter on DUNKMAN, Acquiring Reebok, and the Shaq Brand Aug 11, 2026

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Shaquille O’Neal is more than a basketball legend; he’s built one of the most powerful athlete business empires in the world. In this Boardroom Cover Story, Shaq sits down with Rich Kleiman alongside Authentic Brands Group founder and executive chairman Jamie Salter to discuss the mindset behind building a legacy that lasts forever. Shaq opens up about his transition from NBA superstar to entrepreneur, the lessons he learned from Magic Johnson, his partnership with Salter, and why he’s focused on creating businesses that extend far beyond basketball. The two discuss the acquisition and revival of Reebok, Shaq’s vision for the future of the iconic brand, his role as president of Reebok, investing in women’s basketball through Angel Reese, launching the DUNKMAN League, and why the best partnerships are built on trust, honesty, and a shared drive to win. From learning business after entering the NBA to building one of the most recognizable names in sports and entertainment, Shaq explains why he’s still only in the “second inning” of his career.

LeBron James Opens Up on Why He Chose Philly, Jay-Z, Bronny & NBA Legacy Aug 04, 2026

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LeBron James sits down with Rich Kleiman at the Game Plan Summit during Fanatics Fest for a candid interview. LeBron opens up on how he's thinking about free agency and the factors that will ultimately shape which NBA team he chooses next. He reveals how family, like Bronny James, sits at the center of every major decision he makes, both on and off the court. The two dig into his relationship with Jay-Z and how it shaped the way LeBron approaches the game and business alike. He speaks on his long-standing partnership with Maverick Carter, Rich Paul, & Randy Mims. He dives into his relationship with Nike and what that relationship has meant across his career. Throughout the conversation, LeBron gets honest about legacy and how he wants to be remembered when it's all said and done. Presented by Boardroom & CNBC, Gameplan brings together the biggest names at the intersection of sports, business, and culture.

Dana White Breaks Down Everything: UFC, White House Fight Night, Power Slap & Disrupting Boxing May 20, 2026

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UFC President Dana White sits down with Rich Kleiman in the latest episode of Boardroom Talks for a candid conversation about building one of the most dominant sports empires in history and what's coming next. White breaks down how UFC went from being banned on pay-per-view to selling out 85,000 seats on the South Lawn of the White House, why he believes boxing is fundamentally broken and how he plans to fix it, and the inside story of Power Slap, the sport that outpaced UFC in sponsorship revenue in its first two years.

How David Grutman Built LIV, Komodo, & Papi Steak Into a Global Empire May 11, 2026

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For Boardroom’s latest Cover Story, Groot Hospitality founder David Grutman breaks down the mindset behind LIV, Komodo, Papi Steak, Gekkō, Casadonna, and the relationships that helped turn Miami into a global hospitality capital. From building long-term trust with talent and entrepreneurs to teaching a college course at FIU that inspired his new book Take It Personal, Grutman explains why caring deeply has become his competitive advantage.

Steve Stoute On Kim Kardashian, Beyoncé, Brent Faiyaz, Hailey Bieber, & More May 08, 2026

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In this special edition of Boardroom Talks, Steve Stoute continues his wide-ranging conversation with Rich Kleiman on culture, music, and the new rules of influence in business. From the cultural impact of Kim Kardashian and SKIMS, Beyoncé’s blueprint for ownership and artistry, Rihanna’s empire with Fenty, and Hailey Bieber redefining beauty with Rhode, to Brent Faiyaz’s rise as a “pure artist” operating outside the traditional machine, the conversation explores how today’s biggest names are reshaping what power looks like in entertainment and branding. Stoute and Kleiman also break down the evolving financial model of music streaming, why major labels are starting to function more like indie operations, and how the role of a great CMO has shifted from marketing products to building culture itself.

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