The Playbook With David Meltzer

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The Price of a Toxic Culture Jun 30, 2026

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Catherine Mattice, founder and CEO of Civility Partners, to talk about workplace culture, toxicity, and the habits that shape both personal and professional success. We discuss why the word “toxic” is often misused, how leaders can identify behaviors that interfere with a company’s mission, and the hidden emotional costs of keeping the wrong people in an organization. I also share the five daily non-negotiable practices that drive growth, including sleep, health, family, faith, learning, and financial awareness. Together, we explore accountability, self-image, kindness, and how consistent habits help us reach our full potential.

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The Infinite Loop of Giving Jun 29, 2026

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In today’s episode, I share what my mom taught me about generosity, faith, gratitude, and the infinite loop of giving. I reflect on growing up with very little, losing everything in 2008, and learning that the more we give, the more we are given. I also talk about why receiving is a skill, why asking for more is an act of faith, and how abundance requires us to move beyond guilt, scarcity, and zero-sum thinking. Through gratitude, forgiveness, wisdom, and community, we can give more, receive more, ask for more, and empower others to do the same.

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The Power of Giving Back Jun 28, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Super Bowl 50 champion, Pro Bowl running back, entrepreneur, and high school football coach CJ Anderson. After a successful NFL career, CJ chose a path centered on service, mentoring young athletes, and helping shape the next generation through coaching and education. We talk about the impact great coaches have on a young person’s life, why athletes should prepare for life beyond sports, and how to find purpose after the spotlight fades. CJ also shares his perspective on leadership, parenting, adapting to technology, and using role models and social media as tools for growth, discipline, and long-term success.

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Turning Desire Into Action: The Mindset That Creates Success Jun 27, 2026

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In this episode, I remind you that desire alone doesn't create results. What you think, say, do, believe, and feel must be aligned with where you want to be or better. I share why feeding your mind with the right ideas, building empowering belief patterns, and taking consistent action create the outcomes you want. I also explain why devotion goes beyond discipline, why faith grows through the promises you keep to yourself, and how staying aligned every day creates more opportunities, more options, and more touches of favor in the consistent, persistent pursuit of your potential.

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Why Failure Is Part of the Process Jun 26, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Greg Lutzka, two-time X Games gold medalist, entrepreneur, television host, and executive producer, to talk about the lessons that skateboarding teaches far beyond competition. Greg shares how falling hundreds of times while learning tricks prepared him for success in business, investing, and life. We discuss his hit Fuel TV series Next Gen Skateboarding, his mission to create opportunities for young athletes, and the mindset required to keep improving no matter your level of success. Greg also explains why learning to represent yourself, build relationships, and create opportunities can be just as valuable as mastering your craft.

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The Reality of Entrepreneurial Freedom Jun 25, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down for a candid conversation about the reality of entrepreneurial freedom and why it’s far different from what most people imagine. I share lessons from losing more than $100 million, rebuilding my life, and redefining success beyond money, titles, and comparisons to people like Steve Jobs or Bill Gates. We discuss the difference between owning a business and owning a job, the importance of understanding your timing and risk tolerance, and why true freedom comes from aligning your life with your values. I also explain my daily non-negotiables, the power of sleep, faith, family, and consistent habits that create lasting progress over time.

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Building Wealth Without Losing Yourself Jun 24, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Tilman Fertitta, chairman, CEO, and sole owner of Fertitta Entertainment, which includes Landry’s, the Golden Nugget, and the Houston Rockets. Tilman shares how he turned a $6,000 loan into a multi-billion-dollar empire by protecting his credit, respecting money, and never living outside his box. He talks about taking Landry’s public, buying it back, building a culture that keeps leaders around for decades, and why owning an NBA team in his hometown means more than almost anything he’s accomplished. We also talk about gratitude, philanthropy, family, and the decision-making skills that drive lasting success.

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The Pursuit of More Than Enough Jun 23, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with William Naylor to talk about the pursuit of happiness, the dangers of external validation, and the lessons I learned after losing everything. I share how building wealth, status, and access to the highest levels of sports and entertainment left me feeling disconnected from who I truly was, and how a complete shift in perspective changed my life. We discuss abundance versus scarcity, the arrival fallacy, and why young people struggle with comparison in the age of social media. I also break down the importance of non-negotiable habits, detachment from outcomes, and aligning your actions with your purpose.

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Speak It Into Reality Jun 22, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Blaine Bartlett to explore how our thoughts, emotions, language, and habits shape the reality we experience. We discuss why the subconscious mind is always listening, how repetitive thinking influences behavior, and why emotions turn ideas into powerful instructions. I share practical insights on attention, intention, faith, and consistent action, along with the role repetition plays in building belief. We also examine the connection between inner dialogue and external results, why focusing on possibilities creates momentum, and how aligning what we do, say, think, feel, and believe can transform possibilities into probabilities and probabilities into reality.

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Breaking Out of the Invisible Cage Jun 21, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Genea Barnes, career empowerment coach, speaker, and founder of Be The Wolf, to explore how early life experiences shape the decisions we make as adults. Genea shares the powerful Yellowstone wolf story that inspired her work and explains how many of our fears, habits, and patterns stem from what was demonstrated to us before we were old enough to understand it. We discuss self sabotage, anxiety, trauma, and the concept of the “invisible cage” that can keep people stuck in familiar behaviors. Genea also offers practical ways to reconnect with your authentic self and create lasting change.

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