The Playbook With David Meltzer

Willie Colon and Large, co-hosts of Barstool Breakfast and the new show Beatz N Eats, talk about why they are such a complementary pair, including having similar core values and upbringings, and what it’s like producing content for one of the fastest-growing media brands in the U.S., Barstool Sports.

Akon, music icon and entrepreneur, shares his thoughts on the importance of mentorship for business leaders and how he works to learn from the next generation of musicians.

Jan Stenerud, the first placekicker to make the Pro Football Hall of Fame, talks about coming to the United States to attend college on a skiing scholarship, the unique way that his kicking talent was discovered by coaches, and what it was like as he learned how to play American football.

Kevin Mawae, Pro Football Hall of Fame NFL Center and Quality Control Analyst for Arizona State football, talks about finding faith and spirituality during his time in the NFL and how he makes the most of the platform that he’s built through his career as a professional athlete.

On this episode of the #ThePlaybook, Champ Bailey, one of the newest members of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, talks about... His reaction to being the first Denver Bronco defender elected to the Hall of Fame. Why he credits his teammates for all of his accomplishments, both on and off the field. Why he looks to learn from other athlete/investors like Magic Johnson and LeBron James. The main message he wants to get across during his Hall of Fame induction speech.

On Episode 117 of the #ThePlaybook, Nick Baker & Russell Silvers, COOs at AEG, share their thoughts about: How to work your way up the ladder in the sports industry Their best advice for anyone who aspires to find the right job in sports How digital marketing and media has become a part of the “special teams” for professionals in sports business The secrets to creating great brand experiences for sports fans at events

On Episode 116 of the #ThePlaybook, Sid Mashburn, founder and CEO of Sid Mashburn clothing, talks about: Why he staffs his store like the “Ocean’s Eleven” cast How to get the most enjoyment out of whatever you’re doing today Why he doesn’t believe in cutting corners when it comes to their clothing How his team have created a learning environment that leads to more success

On Episode 115 of #ThePlaybook, John Paul DeJoria, co-founder of John Paul Mitchell Systems, founder of Patron Spirits Co., and co-founder of ROKiT phones, shares his thoughts on: The reason he wants all of his children to take a door-to-door sales job What two things every entrepreneur needs to face in order to succeed Why he never sets aside time to work on a particular company Why he thinks executives need to look at a person’s heart during interviews, not just their words or enthusiasm

On Episode 114 of the #ThePlaybook, Dave Asprey, Successful entrepreneur and CEO of Bulletproof, shares his thoughts about: The order of operations that your ego follows before creating a community What one big lesson he learned from losing all of his money in his 20’s How he’s completely changed the way that he views time as an entrepreneur Why your physical health dictates your company’s success and your ROI

On Episode 113 of #ThePlaybook, Peter Murray, CEO of the Professional Fighters League and sports industry veteran, chats about:  How sometimes you have to make sacrifices to get to where you want to in life, even if that means starting out in a mailroom. Why working with Nolan Ryan helped him realize the power of sports marketing Why he’s so excited to help the Professional Fighters League drive the evolution of mixed martial arts How the exciting tournament format of the PFL sets the league apart from it’s competitors