Episodes

  • Creating a Product That Evolves With AI

    Creating a Product That Evolves With AI
    Mar 28 2026
    In today’s episode, I sit down with Christopher Gustave, founder of Oma Mirrors, to talk about how a self-taught Navy veteran turned problem-solving into a breakthrough in beauty tech. What started as a DIY gift for his sister evolved into an AI-enabled smart mirror that blends software, hardware, and culture. We get into his path from military service to coding, the realities of building hardware overseas, and why integrating music, art, and retail into the platform opens new doors. Christopher also shares how he’s thinking about funding, product-market fit, and scaling a product that keeps evolving alongside AI.
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    18 mins
  • When Losing Everything Changes Everything

    When Losing Everything Changes Everything
    Mar 27 2026
    In today’s episode, I join the Behavior Bitches podcast to share the moment my greatest fear came true and how it ultimately reshaped my life. After losing more than $100 million and going bankrupt, I had to confront the ego, habits, and beliefs that led me there. I talk about the lesson my mom taught me in that painful moment, why receiving is just as important as giving, and how community and shared values create real opportunity. We also discuss why surrounding yourself with the right people matters, the danger of doing business with “dicks,” and how responding to fear with humility, gratitude, and accountability can completely change your trajectory.
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    27 mins
  • Reinventing Healthcare Starts With Dignity

    Reinventing Healthcare Starts With Dignity
    Mar 26 2026
    In today’s episode, I sit down with entrepreneur Nadia Tedeschi, founder and CEO of Mylo Medical, whose approach to innovation starts with dignity. After witnessing firsthand how outdated medical equipment impacts patients and caregivers, she set out to redesign a system that hasn’t changed in over 400 years. We talk about how her product improves hygiene, reduces labor strain, and lowers costs while restoring a basic human experience in healthcare. Nadia shares what it takes to turn frustration into invention, how to think through both design and business at the same time, and what patience really looks like when building something with massive upside.
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    19 mins
  • Building a Brand That Lasts

    Building a Brand That Lasts
    Mar 25 2026
    In today’s episode, I sit down with former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman to talk about life after football and what it really takes to carry success beyond the field. We get into how passion drives performance, why so many athletes struggle after retirement, and how to find something that gives you the same fire that once came from the game. Shawne shares lessons on building and protecting a brand, the value of licensing, and why humility keeps everything in balance. We also talk about fatherhood, legacy, and the importance of staying grounded while continuing to grow.
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    12 mins
  • The Real AI Strategy Most Companies Miss

    The Real AI Strategy Most Companies Miss
    Mar 24 2026
    In today’s episode, I’m joined by Hardik Jagda, entrepreneur and leading AI strategist at Proximity Works, for a conversation recorded from Radio Row at the Super Bowl. We talk about the real challenge facing executives right now as boards demand AI strategies while the technology evolves at breakneck speed. Hardik explains why many leaders get distracted by tools instead of focusing on outcomes, and why most AI pilots fail to produce meaningful ROI. We also discuss the cultural resistance slowing adoption, how AI can multiply a leader’s output, and why experimentation, mindset, and clear business goals matter more than chasing the latest technology trend.
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    19 mins
  • What Happens When You Show Up

    What Happens When You Show Up
    Mar 23 2026
    In this episode, I remind you that success isn’t one moment; it’s showing up consistently. When you show up with intention, you build trust, create momentum, and put yourself in a position for more opportunities, options, and touches of favor. Confidence and identity aren’t built before action, they’re built by showing up. The days you don’t feel like it are the ones that matter most. Stay consistent, stay aligned, and let the small things compound. That’s where the real power is. To join my next free Friday Training sessions, email me at david@dmeltzer.com
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    30 mins
  • Creating Content That Keeps People Watching

    Creating Content That Keeps People Watching
    Mar 22 2026
    In today’s episode, I’m joined by recurring guest James Maslow and Ryan Walker, founder and CEO of TSMA, for a conversation about what it really takes to build a successful YouTube presence from the ground up. We talk about why so many creators and brands struggle to stay consistent, how Ryan built his own following before helping others scale, and why understanding audience psychology matters just as much as production quality. We also get into the difference between manipulation and real organic growth, the lasting value of long-form content, and how AI can give creators time back without replacing genuine human connection.
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    28 mins
  • Turning Memories Into a Lasting Legacy

    Turning Memories Into a Lasting Legacy
    Mar 21 2026
    In today’s episode, I sit down with David Gastelum, founder of DASH, an AI-powered platform built to preserve the memories and stories that define a life. After 23 years as a Los Angeles firefighter responding to countless emergency calls, David began asking a powerful question: what happens to someone’s memories after they’re gone? That realization led him to create DASH, a digital legacy system that connects photos, videos, and personal stories to physical memorials using QR codes. We talk about honoring the people who shaped us, preserving family history beyond boxes of old photos, and how emerging technology may allow future generations to experience the voices, stories, and moments that shaped their lives.
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    17 mins