The Playbook With David Meltzer

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The Discipline to Keep Growing Sep 28, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Darren Prince, founder and CEO of Prince Marketing Group, to talk about recovery, discipline, relationships, and building a life around service. Darren shares why sobriety remains his top priority, the daily practices that keep him grounded, and how difficult moments create opportunities for growth. We discuss protecting your energy, taking inventory of the people around you, and staying connected to relationships that support your direction. Darren also shares how his work with David Goggins has influenced his mindset, why giving back through the Aiming High Foundation has become his greatest priority, and the importance of living with purpose.

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Building a Life of Abundance Sep 27, 2026

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In today’s episode, I share how humility, gratitude, giving, and receiving have shaped my approach to life and success. I reflect on losing more than $100 million, telling my mother I had lost everything, and learning to see adversity as an opportunity for growth. I explain why simple daily practices can create lasting change, how our thoughts and perceptions influence our behaviors, and why asking for help is an expression of abundance rather than weakness. I also share lessons from Nick Saban, my mother’s influence on my life, and the calling that inspired my mission to empower others to make money, help people, and have fun.

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How to Solve the Right Business Problems and Make Better Decisions Sep 26, 2026

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In today’s episode, I share six lessons for solving the right problems by creating clarity before taking action. I explain how to separate facts from assumptions, identify root causes, find the highest-leverage constraint, and continuously adjust without emotional interference or ego. Most importantly, I share why alignment, action, and adjustment are essential to making better decisions, creating greater value, and achieving lasting results.

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Building a Brand Beyond the Idea Sep 25, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Alli Webb and Michael Landau, the sibling entrepreneurs behind Drybar and co-CEOs of Messy, to talk about building businesses, working with family, and learning from experience. Alli and Michael share how their early challenges as business partners prepared them to build Drybar together, along with the complementary skills that helped turn a simple idea into a national brand. We discuss recognizing the emotional value behind a product, trusting the right partners, and knowing when experience should guide major decisions. They also share lessons from Drybar’s growth and sale, their evolving relationship with money, and building Messy with a new perspective.

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Building a Culture That Performs Sep 24, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Sam D’Arc, automotive retail leader and COO of Zeigler Auto Group, to talk about leadership, culture, sales, and building teams that can perform in a changing business environment. I share why cultures depend on clear values, daily practices, consistent communication, and leaders who understand what their people need to succeed. We discuss mentorship, knowing how to articulate value, and creating trust throughout an organization. I also share lessons from losing everything, asking for help, and negotiating beyond the financial outcome. We close with why reading, personal connection, and traditional skills like cold calling may become increasingly valuable in an AI driven world.

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What Success Teaches Us About Power Sep 23, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with David Rubenstein, co-founder and co-chairman of the Carlyle Group and principal owner of the Baltimore Orioles, to talk about leadership, sports ownership, humility, and giving back. David shares why he views owning the Orioles as a philanthropic investment in Baltimore and what he has learned from some of the most successful owners in professional sports. We discuss the relationship between power and success, why self-deprecating humor is a valuable leadership trait, and what losing his White House role taught him about influence. David also explains why hard work, empathy, humility, and helping others remain essential to lasting success.

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Finding the Strength to Keep Fighting Sep 22, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Sugar Ray Leonard to discuss the mindset, resilience, and humility that shaped his life inside and outside the boxing ring. Sugar Ray shares how determination and hard work helped him overcome more experienced opponents, while surrender and openness helped him confront personal pain, addiction, and difficult experiences from his past. We talk about losing our fathers, the strength that comes from sharing our stories, and why dreams need goals and action behind them. Sugar Ray also explains how preparation gave him an advantage over opponents and why giving back has become an important part of the legacy he wants to leave.

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Why Wisdom Matters More Than Knowledge Sep 21, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Jill Malandrino, creator and host of Nasdaq TradeTalks, to talk about the intersection of media, markets, technology, and authentic communication. Jill shares how her career evolved from institutional equity trading to financial media, why humility and continuous learning remain essential, and how experience creates wisdom that technology can’t replace. We discuss responsible AI, the importance of understanding opposing perspectives, building meaningful communities instead of chasing follower counts, and why knowing your audience matters more than raw engagement. Jill also shares how she’s applying her expertise in media, privacy law, cybersecurity, and communication to the next chapter of her career.

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Finding Your Frequency Sep 20, 2026

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Stephanie McMahon to discuss building an authentic brand, connecting with your audience, and creating a legacy that evolves with changing technology. Stephanie shares how WWE listens to its fans, empowers individual personalities, and uses feedback to understand what truly resonates. We talk about the importance of authenticity, star power, and giving audiences a reason to keep coming back. Stephanie also shares her experience working alongside family, including the challenges of separating personal emotions from professional feedback, and how shared passion, vision, and purpose can strengthen relationships while building something designed to last for generations.

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How Curiosity Can Accelerate Your Potential and Create Opportunity Sep 19, 2026

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In today’s episode, I share why curiosity is one of the greatest tools we have to expand awareness and create possibility. I break down how asking better questions, being more interested than interesting, studying your life, observing what others miss, and connecting the dots can accelerate your potential. Most importantly, I share why curiosity must lead to action—and how staying curious and committed to your divine direction can create opportunities you may not have seen before.

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