The Playbook With David Meltzer

Herm Edwards, head coach of the Arizona State Sun Devil football team, talks about his strategies to connect with and motivate his millennial team, as well as the “compass” that drives him towards success. He also discusses the role that good habits, positivity, and hearing (not listening) play in achievement, as well as the importance of betting on yourself.

Andrew Jenks, award-winning filmmaker, documentarian, and host of the top podcast What Really Happened?, shares some background on his career, from his humble beginnings filming grass as a pre-teen to directing MTV's biggest new series launch ever, World of Jenks. He talks about the types of stories he enjoys telling the most, the inspiration he derives from his selfless parents, and how researching Michael Jordan has inspired him to help get a seemingly wrongly convicted killer out of prison.

Robert Goldman and Robert Godley, founders of the iconic Psycho Bunny clothing brand, share secrets to creating a successful business partnership, some of the struggles the company faced, and the origins of their logo design. The pair discuss the evolution of their clothing brand, why entrepreneurs need to give back to their communities, as well as how to leverage your passion for more success.

Maria Sharapova, one of the highest earning athletes in history, shares the business knowledge that she has accrued through her career, and how she positioned herself to learn from “heavy-hitters” outside of tennis, including NBA commissioner Adam Silver. Maria discusses what she’s learned building and scaling her company, Sugarpova, as well as the role of trust for entrepreneurial success.

Paige VanZant, UFC fighter, Dancing with the Stars champion, author, and more, talks about how practicing martial arts has changed everything in her life and empowered her to chase her potential. She covers topics such as dealing with fears caused abuse and bullying, finding the right partner in business and life, as well as how she uses her platform to inspire others.

Ryan Serhant, star of Million Dollar Listing New York, shares the strategies that have made him into one of the most successful real estate brokers in the country. Ryan covers everything from how his previous jobs, roofing and acting, prepared him to excel in the business world, to the role that emotions play in the sales cycle, as well as when you should sell.

Lecrae, Grammy-winning recording artist, songwriter, record producer, and actor, discusses what drives him to share messages of acceptance and patience with his music, as well as the “why” that motivates him to learn and grow as an artist, father, and entrepreneur. He also covers the roles that mentorship, acceptance, and patience play in success.

Baron Davis, former NBA All-Star and venture capitalist, talks about how he applies the lessons he learned on the court to his countless business projects. Davis covers topics such as the invaluable life advice he received from his grandmother, why entrepreneurs must stay nimble and agile, and the role that mastering your calendar plays in your ability to excel. 

Rob Pannell, a gold-medal winning member of Team USA Lacrosse, talks about his struggles as an un-recruited high school athlete, how his parents pushed him during the good times and the struggles, and the importance of sharing your feelings with others.

Bradley Martyn, talks about how his perspective on life was altered by his father’s passing, the impact of fear and anxiety in his life, and his drive to provide inspiration for others to dream big. Bradley covers everything from the relationship between awareness and happiness, how to build a YouTube channel that resonates with others, and his dreams for the future.