Office Hours with David Meltzer

In today’s episode, I sit down with Brian Sher to talk about the realities behind exclusive access in sports and entertainment. We discuss how major events like the Super Bowl, Masters, Oscars, and Kids’ Choice Awards become opportunities to reconnect while creating pressure around tickets, expenses, logistics, and expectations. Brian and I share how giving our children extraordinary experiences can change their perspective and why maintaining gratitude matters. We also talk about the hidden time, money, and emotional energy required to help friends and family gain access, setting realistic expectations, and why giving unconditionally helps prevent resentment when sharing valuable experiences with the people we care about.

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In this episode, Golnaz Abdollahian, founder and CEO of meCore, shares how artificial intelligence can better understand human preferences and personal taste. With a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and experience at Apple, Microsoft, Dolby, and Sony, she has helped develop innovative technologies across Apple Watch, iOS, and Vision Pro. She discusses how meCore is transforming the way people discover products, shop, and express their identity through personalized AI.

Heather Gibson, founder of Big Hearted Breeders, shares how she built a successful breeding and animal-wellness business while staying committed to ethical practices. She also founded Mini Goldens on a Mission, a nonprofit that donates dogs to foster families and veterans. Through her educational community, Heather helps breeders build profitable, responsible businesses while promoting animal wellness and the emotional support animals can provide.

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In this episode, Adam Rosen shares how he built a multi-seven-figure email marketing agency, eocworks.com, helping startups and major companies generate sales through effective email campaigns. He also discusses selling businesses, investing in real estate, and creating a lifestyle that allows him to work remotely while traveling the world.

Kristen Prinz, employment attorney, negotiation expert, and founder of The Prinz Law Firm, explains how people can negotiate with confidence, navigate workplace challenges, and advocate for what matters most. With nearly 20 years of experience and her upcoming book, The New Rules of Negotiation: How to Shift Power and Get What Matters, she shares practical insights on building confidence and achieving better outcomes.

Walter Kinzie, founder of Kinzie Foods and Encore Live, reflects on his journey from a Kansas farm kid to building a nationally recognized live-events company that has worked with major artists and brands. He shares how his entrepreneurial spirit, personal experiences, and passion for bringing people together led him to launch Kinzie Foods, known for its bold and unique sauce flavors.

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Rob Gill, Michael Fineman, and Jan Krupp to talk about relationships, calculated risk, and the persistence required to create meaningful success. Michael shares why authentic relationships begin with knowing who you are, how leading with generosity builds social capital, and why learning to receive can be just as important as giving. Jan shares his journey from medicine to building a legendary Napa vineyard, including the measured risks, partnerships, and perseverance that made it possible. We also discuss asking for help, expanding beyond your existing capabilities, overcoming limiting beliefs, and taking calculated steps toward opportunities others may consider impossible.

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Blaine Bartlett to break down the power of decision and why waiting for certainty can keep us stuck. We discuss how timing, risk tolerance, and the cost of indecision shape the choices we make, along with the difference between preparation and procrastination. Blaine explains why non-negotiables create the structure needed to stay focused on what matters, even when circumstances change. We also talk about moving from possibility to probability through action and using each outcome as useful information. The goal is to decide, act, learn, and adjust without attaching judgment to every result.  

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Nic Glazer to break down the systems that keep a packed production day running smoothly. We talk about protecting non-negotiables, creating white space for unexpected problems, and using experience to make filming more efficient. I share why preparation means having the right people ready to make adjustments, how private time and intentional breaks support productivity, and why experiential value, business development, and post-production content all matter. We also discuss being a student of your calendar, prioritizing family despite a demanding schedule, and using routines around sleep, activity, and travel to stay productive across different time zones.

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Virgil Herring to discuss overcoming mistakes, managing emotions, and staying focused when other people’s opinions create pressure. We talk about Wyndham Clark’s response to adversity and how gratitude, forgiveness, and accountability can turn setbacks into opportunities for growth. I share why learning to stop, breathe, and reset has helped me spend less time interfering with my own potential. We also discuss the weight of expectations, the importance of looking within instead of seeking external validation, and how the right community can amplify success. Virgil closes with a reminder that identifying interference and improving by one percent every day creates meaningful change.

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In this episode of Office Hours Digital, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts and known as the “Office Whisperer” by The New York Times, shares how leaders can help employees embrace AI and use it to improve productivity, innovation, and business results. Drawing on his background in behavioral science and consulting, he discusses his book, The Psychology of AI Adoption at Work: From Resistance to Results, and explains how businesses can overcome resistance to AI adoption.

Wei Deng, founder and CEO of Clipboard Health, shares how she built a healthcare staffing marketplace valued at $1.3 billion by using technology to connect healthcare professionals with facilities in need of staff. She discusses business growth, operational discipline, and addressing healthcare staffing shortages. She also highlights Clipboard Health’s Certified Nurse Aide Accelerator Program, which helps recent high school graduates in New Jersey earn their credentials in two to three months.

Michael Ashoori, founder and president of Ashoori Law, explains how he built a U.S. immigration law firm by focusing on education, trust, and client relationships. He shares insights into business and investment immigration, making complex legal information easier to understand, and building credibility in a high-stakes industry. Together, these conversations explore how AI, technology, and strong leadership can drive business growth and create meaningful impact.

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In this IG Live with David Meltzer, Las Vegas entrepreneur and Made Fight League™ founder and CEO Trap Gambino shares his journey of rebuilding his life after losing his three-year-old daughter, Katana Rose, to acute leukemia in 2022. He opens up about fatherhood, grief, anger, personal responsibility, and his weight loss journey while finding the strength to move forward with his family. He also discusses his efforts to establish a Nevada chapter dedicated to supporting bereaved parents and helping families navigate unimaginable loss.

Jonathan Wilson, retired Navy SEAL, veteran advocate, entrepreneur, and co-founder of SEAL Future Foundation, discusses the challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life and the importance of recognizing mental health struggles early. Drawing from his own experiences with trauma, loss, and psychedelic therapy, he explains how wearable technology like WHOOP can reveal changes in sleep and recovery that may signal a need for support. Through INVI MindHealth, Jonathan is using AI, biometric data, and personalized insights to help people better understand stress, improve mental well-being, and build resilience.

Actress, author, and storyteller Rosemary Vaswani, who performs under the name Rosemary Dominguez and appears as Isabel in Paramount+’s Landman, shares her deeply personal experience of losing her husband to Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease in 2022 while raising their teenage daughter. She discusses navigating grief, single motherhood, and the healing power of storytelling and poetry. Her debut poetry memoir, When I Press Stop: A Memoir of Loss, releasing this year, explores profound heartbreak, survival, and the gradual rediscovery of hope. Together, these conversations reveal how people face life’s most difficult challenges, find support through loss, and work toward a renewed sense of purpose.

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In today’s episode, I sit down with Brian Sher to discuss the difficult decisions that come with representing high-profile figures in sports and entertainment. We talk about what happens when repeated mistakes, controversy, addiction, or personal behavior begin affecting a client’s brand and the people associated with them. Brian shares his experience standing by clients through public setbacks while recognizing when loyalty can become a liability. We also discuss how spouses, friends, and inner circles influence professional relationships, why advisors need to maintain boundaries, and the importance of forgiveness without ignoring risk. Ultimately, reputation depends heavily on the company you choose to keep.

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