The Playbook With David Meltzer

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Why Giving Alone Is Not Enough May 01, 2026

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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 construct and how giving, receiving, and asking all play a role in building abundance. We get into why kind people often struggle financially and how shifting your mindset around receiving can change everything. I also share how community and relationship capital create more opportunity than financial capital alone. From learning humility after major loss to using non negotiable daily habits, I break down practical ways to stay consistent, build value, and create a life rooted in growth, gratitude, and meaningful connection.

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The Blue Collar Mindset That Wins Apr 30, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Brock Holyoak, a real estate investor, developer, and coach known for building discipline, accountability, and performance-driven habits. We talk about what it really means to be blue collar built and why that mindset still matters for the next generation. Brock shares how hard work, consistency, and immediate action separate those who move ahead from those who stay stuck in motivation loops. We get into the danger of overthinking, the power of doing things now instead of later, and how simple habits create long-term results. We also discuss balancing grind with purpose, family, and finding personal fulfillment beyond business success.

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How To Stop Getting In Your Own Way Apr 29, 2026

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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 intuition, humility, identity, and the daily practices that helped me rebuild from the inside out. I also break down why lessons keep repeating until we learn them, how the people around us shape our future, and why knowing what you want, who can help, how to prioritize, and how to apply your why can turn nothingness into reality. This is about getting honest with yourself, changing the meaning of your past, and moving in your divine direction.

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Winning Starts With Culture Apr 28, 2026

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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 what really builds winning teams. We talk about why culture has to be clear enough to see, hear, and feel, how great leaders define standards before they ever hire, and what separates talent acquisition from talent development. Urban shares lessons he learned from Bill Belichick, from competitive spirit and toughness to leadership, intelligence, and adaptability. I also share how accountability, trust, and time shape behavior in business, and why the right culture can bring out the best in people.

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The Greatest Interference to Your Potential Apr 27, 2026

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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 of you; it’s you. I talk about entitlement, ego, and inconsistency, and why you have to show up every day and pay the rent. It’s not about knowing what to do; it’s about doing it, every day. When you stay aligned, take action, and make adjustments, you start to remove the interference. And when you remove the interference, you allow more of what you want to come to you. That’s how you create real, lasting success.

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The Art of Living Full and Dying Empty Apr 26, 2026

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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 mission forward. We discuss why success without successors falls short, how to stay driven after reaching the top, and the importance of a compelling why. Les shares lessons from overcoming stage four cancer, navigating new levels and new devils, and focusing on who you become through the journey. We also get personal about family, sacrifice, and what it means to live full and die empty while creating impact that lasts beyond your lifetime.

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Mastering Time and Opportunity Apr 25, 2026

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In today’s episode, I answer questions on building real partnerships without locking yourself into rigid agreements that fall apart when circumstances change. I break down how to align skills, timing, and risk tolerance so you can make smarter decisions without regret. I also share how understanding perceived value versus your true bottom line can shift every negotiation in your favor. From quick five-minute calls to filtering where your time actually goes, I explain how to create systems that help more people while staying efficient. I also get into alignment, daily practices, and how knowing what to do now and next eliminates overwhelm and keeps momentum steady.

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Engineering the Flow of Abundance Apr 24, 2026

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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, awareness, and intention help create alignment, and why happiness is found in the pursuit itself. I share why so much of our exhaustion comes from interference like worry, frustration, and attachment to outcomes, while Blaine uses the metaphor of a river to show how trust and direction work together. We also get into focus, feedback, meditation, and the importance of staying in the learning zone, where growth, resilience, and real momentum begin to compound.

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The True Cost of Wasted Energy Apr 23, 2026

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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 course. I talk about why time matters so much, how to balance business, family, faith, health, and finances, and what it means to stay aligned in both the human experience and the infinite. I also share my thoughts on spotting toxicity, asking uncomfortable questions, learning from setbacks, and knowing when growth is happening versus when anxiety is taking over. Along the way, I reflect on parenting, mentorship, education, and the habits that help us recover, refocus, and move forward with purpose.

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The Power of Doing More with Less Apr 22, 2026

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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 from eliminating friction through automation, delegation, and intentional focus, even in the smallest daily habits. I walk through why fixing the whole system matters more than reacting to symptoms, and how culture is built through what we reward, not what we say. I also get into ownership, accountability, and replacing what’s broken instead of resisting it. When our systems, communication, and intention align, effort decreases, clarity improves, and results begin to compound in a meaningful way.

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