Boardroom with Rich Kleiman
Boardroom with Rich Kleiman takes listeners inside the careers and conversations of leading entrepreneurs, athletes, and entertainers. The show focuses on impactful discussions with trailblazers across sports and entertainment. It offers entrepreneurial advice, never-before-heard stories, and exclusive access to the Boardroom universe.
Episodes
Keanu Reeves on Building ARCH Motorcycles, Racing, & Life Beyond The Matrix
Keanu Reeves is best known for iconic roles in films like The Matrix and John Wick, but one of his biggest passions away from Hollywood has become a business of its own: ARCH Motorcycle.
In the latest episode of Boardroom Talks, Keanu and ARCH co-founder Gard Hollinger sit down with Rich Kleiman for a wide-ranging conversation about the unlikely partnership that became ARCH Motorcycle and ARCH Ra
Emma Grede on Building SKIMS, Good American, & a Billion-Dollar Business
Emma Grede sits down with Rich Kleiman for the latest Boardroom Cover Story to talk about the ambition, resilience, and relentless work ethic that shaped her path from growing up in London to becoming one of the most influential entrepreneurs in fashion. Grede opens up about growing up around financial stress, starting a paper route as a child, and learning early that money represented freedom. Sh
How Savannah James & April McDaniel Balance Friendship, Money, Entrepreneurship
For the latest episode of Mental Wealth, entrepreneurs Savannah James and April McDaniel join Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman and Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness at Ally Bank, for an honest conversation about money, entrepreneurship, friendship, self-worth, motherhood, and building businesses on their own terms.
James and McDaniel open up about how their 15-year friendship evolved into a business
Master P Called Snoop Dogg A Used Car Before Signing Him For $1 Million
Master P sits down for the latest episode of Boardroom’s On Record to break down the stories behind No Limit Records, MP Da Last Don, and the moves that helped him build one of hip-hop’s most influential independent empires. He also reveals how he signed Snoop Dogg away from Death Row Records, including the “used car” pitch that led him to pay $1.3 million, and explains why he believed Snoop could
Tyrese Haliburton on Why Kevin Durant, LeBron James, & Steph Curry’s Respect Matters Most
In the latest episode of Boardroom Talks, Tyrese Haliburton sits down with Speedy Morman for an unfiltered conversation about his journey from Wisconsin to the NBA Finals, the 2024 Olympics, his Achilles injury, money, music, fashion, and life off the court.
Haliburton opens up about not playing much during the Olympics, using the experience as motivation, the Pacers’ run to the NBA Finals, and w
Laremy Tunsil On Why Jayden Daniels Is Already A Top 5 NFL QB
Laremy Tunsil sits down with Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, football, business, and building a life beyond the game in the latest episode of Boardroom Talks. The Washington Commanders All-Pro offensive tackle opens up about becoming a better leader, working with Jayden Daniels, his long-running battles with Myles Garrett, protecting the quarterback, an
Kyle Cooke on Saving Loverboy & Finding Financial Freedom
For the latest episode of Mental Wealth, entrepreneur, DJ, and Summer House star Kyle Cooke joins Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman and Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness at Ally Bank, for a candid conversation about entrepreneurship, financial stress, relationships, resilience, and finding joy beyond money.
Cooke opens up about the rise and struggles of Loverboy, revealing how the company went from ha
Ben Shelton Wants to Win the US Open More Than Anything
Ben Shelton sat down with Rich Kleiman for the latest episode of Boardroom Talks ahead of the US Open to discuss his rise to the top of American tennis, his love for playing in New York, and what it takes to compete at a Grand Slam. Shelton opens up about why the US Open is the tournament he wants to win most, how he prepares physically and mentally for the pressure of a Grand Slam, and why he bel
Lindsey Vonn On Why Winning Must Come Before Money
For the latest episode of Mental Wealth, Olympic champion Lindsey Vonn joins Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman and Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness at Ally Bank, for a candid conversation about resilience, money, identity, and finding purpose beyond the sport that defined her career.
Vonn opens up about the physical and emotional toll of her latest injury, the uncertainty surrounding retirement, and
Kevin Durant On LeBron's 76ers Move, the Knicks Ring, Westbrook Retiring, & His NBA Future
In a special episode of Boardroom Talks, Kevin Durant sits down with Speedy Morman for an unfiltered conversation. KD opens up about his NBA future, getting older in a young man's league, Russell Westbrook's retirement, LeBron James joining the Philadelphia 76ers, the Knicks' championship run, and why he believes the NBA's global evolution is a good thing.
Durant also gets deeply personal, discus
Nneka Ogwumike Reveals Why She Is Retiring From The WNBA
Nneka Ogwumike is retiring from the WNBA at the conclusion of the 2026 season…on her own terms.
In an emotional and wide-ranging Boardroom Talks with Taylor Rooks, the WNBA champion, MVP, 11-time All-Star, and WNBPA President opens up about her decision to step away after 15 seasons, the moment she knew it was time, and what it means to leave the league feeling fulfilled rather than forced out.
Jaylen Brown Opens Up on How NBA Wealth Changed His Life & Relationships
What does it really mean to be wealthy? In the latest episode of Mental Wealth, Philadelphia 76ers All-Star Jaylen Brown joins Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman and Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness at Ally Bank, for an honest conversation about money, success, relationships, and finding purpose beyond a bank account.
Brown opens up about being raised by a single mother in Atlanta, how basketball chan
Emory Jones on Jay-Z, Paper Planes, Roc Nation, & Building Culture
Emory “Vegas” Jones sits down with Rich Kleiman for a special episode of Boardroom Talks to discuss the journey that made him one of the most influential cultural architects in music, fashion, and sports. From growing up in Cambridge, Maryland, to building alongside Jay-Z, launching Paper Planes, shaping Puma’s cultural resurgence, and developing deep relationships with figures like Nipsey Hussle,
Kelsey Plum Gets Real About Money, Success, & the Future of Women's Hoops
Kelsey Plum joins Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman and Jack Howard, Head of Money Wellness at Ally Bank, for an honest conversation about success, money, leadership, and the future of women’s sports. Recorded live during one of the biggest weekends in women’s sports, the first episode of Mental Wealth explores the mindset behind one of basketball’s biggest stars.
Shaquille O'Neal & Jamie Salter on DUNKMAN, Acquiring Reebok, and the Shaq Brand
Shaquille O’Neal is more than a basketball legend; he’s built one of the most powerful athlete business empires in the world.
In this Boardroom Cover Story, Shaq sits down with Rich Kleiman alongside Authentic Brands Group founder and executive chairman Jamie Salter to discuss the mindset behind building a legacy that lasts forever. Shaq opens up about his transition from NBA superstar to entrepr
LeBron James Opens Up on Why He Chose Philly, Jay-Z, Bronny & NBA Legacy
LeBron James sits down with Rich Kleiman at the Game Plan Summit during Fanatics Fest for a candid interview. LeBron opens up on how he's thinking about free agency and the factors that will ultimately shape which NBA team he chooses next. He reveals how family, like Bronny James, sits at the center of every major decision he makes, both on and off the court. The two dig into his relationship with
Dana White Breaks Down Everything: UFC, White House Fight Night, Power Slap & Disrupting Boxing
UFC President Dana White sits down with Rich Kleiman in the latest episode of Boardroom Talks for a candid conversation about building one of the most dominant sports empires in history and what's coming next. White breaks down how UFC went from being banned on pay-per-view to selling out 85,000 seats on the South Lawn of the White House, why he believes boxing is fundamentally broken and how he p
How David Grutman Built LIV, Komodo, & Papi Steak Into a Global Empire
For Boardroom’s latest Cover Story, Groot Hospitality founder David Grutman breaks down the mindset behind LIV, Komodo, Papi Steak, Gekkō, Casadonna, and the relationships that helped turn Miami into a global hospitality capital. From building long-term trust with talent and entrepreneurs to teaching a college course at FIU that inspired his new book Take It Personal, Grutman explains why caring d
Steve Stoute On Kim Kardashian, Beyoncé, Brent Faiyaz, Hailey Bieber, & More
In this special edition of Boardroom Talks, Steve Stoute continues his wide-ranging conversation with Rich Kleiman on culture, music, and the new rules of influence in business. From the cultural impact of Kim Kardashian and SKIMS, Beyoncé’s blueprint for ownership and artistry, Rihanna’s empire with Fenty, and Hailey Bieber redefining beauty with Rhode, to Brent Faiyaz’s rise as a “pure artist” o
Steve Stoute Sounds Off On Stephen A. Smith, Drake, Jay-Z & Why Fame Is Winning
Steve Stoute – aka “The Commissioner”-- joins Rich Kleiman for the newest episode of Boardroom Talks for a raw, unfiltered conversation on culture, music, and the rise of fame over talent. From getting his nickname from Nas to advising icons like Jay-Z and Jimmy Iovine, Stoute breaks down how hip-hop reshaped business, and where things are headed next. He explains why “fame doesn’t need talent any
Livvy Dunne Reveals How She's Building Her Business Empire
Livvy Dunne opens up like never before in this raw, in-depth conversation for Boardroom’s April Cover Story about her rise from a relentless young gymnast in New Jersey to one of the most influential college athletes in America. From training in her childhood living room with “no off switch” to competing for LSU and helping deliver a national championship, Dunne breaks down the sacrifice, discipli
For Mark Jackson, Christmas Day at Madison Square Garden Still Hits Different
Mark Jackson sits down with Rich Kleiman to reflect on the history and spotlight of NBA games on Christmas as a player, a coach, and a fan in a very special conversation, presented by State Farm®. Jackson discusses the commitment it takes as a player to weather the holidays and the sacrifice everyone on the business side makes in forgoing family for hoops on Christmas Day. He explains why Patrick
Andrew Ross Sorkin on Oprah, Elon Musk, AI, and the Next Big Stock Market Crash
Andrew Ross Sorkin has spent his career following the money to understand everything — from Wall Street to Silicon Valley, from media to AI. A journalist who never set out to be one, Sorkin built DealBook into the Super Bowl of business journalism, turning curiosity into empire-building. In Boardroom's October Cover Story, he shares how an overheard word such as “internet” landed him at The New Yo
Eugene Remm on Scaling the Right Way: 'You Can’t Fake Hospitality'
Eugene Remm, co-founder of Catch Hospitality Group, joins Rich Kleiman on Boardroom Talks to share how he built one of the most recognizable restaurant brands in the world without losing authenticity or the soul that made it special. From his early days as a nightlife promoter in New York to creating a global hospitality empire, Remm discusses the lessons learned along the way, from scaling cultur
AJ Dybantsa Is the Next NBA Phenom
A consensus five-star recruit coming out of high school, AJ Dybantsa shocked the basketball world when he turned down powerhouse programs to take his talents to BYU. In the latest episode of Boardroom Talks, Dybantsa sits down with Rich Kleiman to reveal why he chose the Cougars, what makes playing for Kevin Young special, and why he’s looking forward to March Madness more than the NBA. The two al
US Open Champion Aryna Sabalenka Is Defending Her Title
Reigning US Open champion and world No. 1 Aryna Sabalenka reflects on her breakout year in an exclusive Boardroom Cover Story interview with co-founder Rich Kleiman. Following her first Grand Slam win last September, Sabalenka has emerged as one of the most dominant and recognizable figures in tennis, and she opens up about the pressure of defending her US Open title, the emotional rollercoaster o
Insider’s Guide To NYC Nightlife with Will Makris
Will Makris, one of the founders of New York City’s most exclusive members clubs, Zero Bond, joins Rich Kleiman and Boardroom to discuss what’s happening in NYC’s bustling nightlife. With notable patrons such as Taylor Swift, Gigi Hadid and the Kardashians, Makris has his pulse directly on the pulse of New York City Nightlife. They discuss Makris’s involvement in the White Party, and how he built
Michael Rubin on Building Fanatics Into a Billion-Dollar Empire
In this exclusive interview, Michael Rubin — founder and CEO of Fanatics — shares the remarkable journey behind building one of the most powerful companies in sports and e-commerce. He tells the story of his journey to becoming a billionaire entrepreneur with deep ties to the NBA, NFL, and global athletes & musicians like Tom Brady & Travis Scott. Rubin opens up about the mindset, hustle, and piv
Spike Lee on the Knicks, Highest 2 Lowest, Denzel, A$AP Rocky, & His Legendary Film Career
Few icons represent New York City like Spike Lee — award-winning director, cultural force, Knicks superfan, and the visionary behind Do The Right Thing. In this exclusive Boardroom May Cover Story, Spike sits down with Co-Founder Rich Kleiman for a powerful conversation covering:
The meaning behind May 19th — Malcolm X’s 100th birthday, the anniversary of Do The Right Thing, and the Cannes premier
Francisco Lindor on Juan Soto, Mets Pressure, & The Future Of MLB
New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor sits down with Rich Kleiman to talk about the pressure of playing in New York, the blockbuster addition of Juan Soto and his $756M contract, and why the Mets might finally be taking over the city.
Paolo Banchero On Injury, Being A Big Fish In A Small Market And Everything Jordan Brand
Orlando Magic Power Forward Paolo Banchero's path to superstardom wasn't linear. Never considered a viral sensation, Banchero took Coach Mike Krzyzewski's early advice to go to Duke if he wanted a chance to become the NBA's #1 overall draft pick, a dream fulfilled in 2022. Banchero shares this and more in the newest installment of Boardroom Talks, where he sits with Boardroom Co-Founder Rich Kleim
MLS Commissioner Don Garber Continues To 'Break Glass' With The League
MLS Commissioner Don Garber welcomes Boardroom into the MLS’ New York City office. In conversation with Boardroom Co-Founder and Philadelphia Union Part Owner Rich Kleiman the Major League Soccer commissioner discusses how an early job with the NFL jump started his career. Then, the duo discuss the nuances that come with managing sports owners, the impact of superstardom on the league brought on b
How Raising Canes Founder Todd Graves Built A Billion Dollar Chicken Finger Empire
The Grand Marshall of the 2025 Super Bowl Parade, the face of a billion dollar chicken finger empire and a pillar of his community, Todd Graves has dedicated his life to building his business and solidifying it as a great place to work. In conversation with Boardroom Co-Founder Rich Kleiman, the Raising Canes founder is fresh off of successful Super Bowl and All-Star Weekends where his brand could
Carmelo Anthony, Quavo, & Bose CEO Jim Mollica Talk Basketball, Music, & Business With Rich Kleiman
Over the 2025 All-Star Weekend, Boardroom and Bose hosted an intimate conversation in San Francisco for an audience of business, entertainment and sports power players. The conversation, led by Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman, was a deep dive into the intersection of sports, music and culture, driven by Carmelo Anthony, Quavo, and Bose CEO Jim Mollica - three individuals who know the space best. As a n
How Athletes Have Created the Next Generation of Media Companies | Boardroom x All the Smoke Productions
Join Rich Kleiman and NBA champion turned media mogul (and podcasting OG) Matt Barnes as they break down the business behind building the next generation of media companies.
Matt shares how he and co-host Stephen Jackson turned a simple idea into an award-winning podcast that transformed athlete storytelling and broke down barriers in sports media.
Highlights:
The Origin Story: How All The Smok
How Mike Will Made-It Revolutionized Music with Beyoncé, Miley Cyrus, Future & More | Boardroom Talks
In this episode of Boardroom Talks, Rich Kleiman sits down with super producer Mike Will Made-It to explore his groundbreaking career. Mike breaks down how Atlanta's musical legacy influenced modern sound, why genre-blending is key to his success, and the powerful impact of artists like Beyoncé, Miley Cyrus, and Future. Plus, he shares his thoughts on the role of Artificial Intelligence in music,
How Wallo Built a Million-Dollar Business After Prison | Boardroom Talks
Wallo267, host of Million Dollaz Worth of Game and New York Times bestselling author of Armed With Good Intentions, didn’t achieve success overnight. In this episode of Boardroom Talks, he sits down with Rich Kleiman to share the raw truth about relationships in prison, the unlikely characters he met, and the mental strength he developed during his decades behind bars. Wallo reveals how those less
How the Coinbase CEO Sees The Future | Boardroom Talks
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong joins Rich Kleiman for an all new Boardroom Talks. This conversation dives into the early aughts of Armstrong's journey through the business world, a journey that led him from Bay Area Bitcoin meetups to the Silicon Valley staple Y-Combinator, a place where his idea for the future of cryptocurrency truly came to life. Armstrong stresses how the early stages of cryptocu
Taylor Rooks' Dreams Came True & She's Striving For More | Boardroom Talks
Host, Sideline Reporter and Journalist Taylor Rooks is everywhere. From Thursday Night Football on Amazon, NBA on TNT, her show 'Taylor Rooks X' on HBO Max and her newest venture, a brand new podcast with fellow host Joy Taylor called 'Too Personal,' Rooks has spent her life and career solidifying her significance. In this episode of 'Boardroom Talks' with Boardroom Co-Founder Rich Kleiman, Rook's
Basketball & Business with Chet Holmgren | Boardroom Cover Story
After a devastating injury mere months after being drafted No. 2 to the Oklahoma City Thunder, Chet Holmgren missed his entire first season with a foot injury. Nearly a year later, Holmgren, alongside his teammates Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams, took the one-seed in the Western Conference, with Holmgren playing a full 82-game season. In this Boardroom Cover Story, Holmgren sits with B
VISA CMO Frank Cooper
VISA CMO Frank Cooper joins Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman to discuss the ever-changing role of the CMO, NYC in the 90s, his journey from entrepreneur to executive roles at Pepsi, Buzzfeed, Blackrock, VISA and more.
Anthony Edwards Says He’s Made The Best Signature Shoe On Earth
Minnesota Timberwolves Superstar Anthony Edwards is Boardroom’s December Cover star in light of his new signature shoe, the AE 1 with Adidas. Ant and his business partner Justin Holland join Rich Kleiman to discuss how he connected with the sport of basketball, committing to the University of Georgia to stay close to his family and being drafted to the Timberwolves. Later, they discuss how he comp
How CC and Amber Sabathia Built Their Family Into A Baseball Powerhouse | Out of Office
In the latest Boardroom Cover Story, Rich Kleiman sits down with Yankees legend CC Sabathia and his wife, CAA Baseball Agent Amber. In this conversation, the trio discuss the responsibility they have to the game of baseball and its players, raising a son who is playing at a high, collegiate level, and the difficulty of breaking into large markets as a young player. Later, they'll discuss how much
Terence Crawford On Making History And Making Money His Way l Out Of Office
Terence Crawford joins Rich Kleiman on the Out Of Office podcast to discuss how he never set out to be a pound for pound heavyweight champion, the boxing gym and community he's created in his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska and why Crawford considers the business of boxing so corrupt. They also touch on the leadup to his landmark fight against Errol Spence Jr., getting Eminem to make a rare appearance
David Adelman On His Success, And The Passion Of Philly Sports Fans l Out Of Office
Philly native and 76ers Co-Owner David Adelman sits with Rich Kleiman to discuss how he first entered the world of entrepreneurship at a young age, how he made his first investment with bat mitzvah money and why he considers himself "unemployable." The two also touch on his part in the thriving sports ecosystem in Philadelphia and which parts of being a sports owner are the toughest.
The Business of Basketball with CEO & President of VaynerBasketball Bay Frazier
Baltimore native Bay Frazier entered the NBA lexicon more than two decades ago as Carmelo Anthony's right hand man. In a rare interview with Rich Kleiman on Out Of Office, Frazier discusses meeting Melo as a kid and how they teamed up to create a business that spanned decades, his trajectory within the basketball business and how he's finally opening up his public persona in his new role as Head O
How Michael Strahan and Constance Schwartz-Morini Built a Sports and Entertainment Empire
Michael Strahan and business partner Constance Schwartz-Morini detail how they’re teamed up to conquer Sports & Entertainment, their unique relationship, how Constance pushed Deion Sanders to become a head coach, their business mantras and more.
Viral BMX Pro Nigel Sylvester’s only competition is himself
Nigel joins Rich Kleiman for a conversation about his unique career in BMX. Together they dive into the early years of Sylvester’s career, including falling in love with bike riding after accidentally performing a life changing trick, how his uber-viral video shook up the industry and ignited his pro career including a multi-year deal with Nike at 18-years-old, the plethora of partnerships that fo
The Music Mogul: Record Exec Steve Rifkind's Journey in Hip-Hop | Out of Office
Music entrepreneur Steve Rifkind joins Rich Kleiman to discuss how Mark Ronson played a part in bringing the duo together, his career evolution rooted in hip-hop with legendary acts like Wu-tang Clan, meeting Fat Joe and Big Pun despite hesitation from outsiders and much more.
Ashlyn Harris On How Retirement Is Only The Beginning l Out Of Office
2X World Cup Champion Ashlyn Harris joins Rich Kleiman to talk about her new life post-soccer career, how there is still mountains to move in the fight for women's sports and beyond, the financial burdens of professional soccer stars, growing her family with her wife and former teammate Ali Krieger and how she plans to shake things up through her role as Global Creative Advisor with Gotham FC.
Mike Miller On Going From Player to Top NBA Agent | Out of Office
Two-time champion and 17-year NBA vet Mike Miller joins Rich Kleiman to talk about his admiration for Michael Jordan growing up, what it means to be referred to as "sneaky athletic," his foray into coaching and his agency LIFT Sports Management. Miller also discuss how he’s building a meaningful business in the agency world as he reps rising stars like the Orlando Magic’s Paolo Banchero. The two r
GQ’s Global Editorial Director Will Welch
Rich Kleiman is joined by longtime friend and current Global Editorial Director of GQ Will Welch to celebrate the 27th annual Men of the Year covers and so much more. This year’s covers feature F1 Racer Max Verstappen, Brendan Fraser & Zoe Kravitz. Rich & Will go back to the early 2000s and reminisce about the cultural impact of The Fader, Will’s tenure at GQ, and becoming Global Editorial Directo
Olympic Champion Shaun White: Entrepreneurship & Life After Snowboarding
In this episode of Out of Office, Rich Kleiman is joined by Shaun White, the undisputed GOAT of snowboarding and founder of new active lifestyle brand Whitespace. Rich and Shaun dive in what it’s been like being sponsored since the age of 7, his influences Tony Hawk & Jake Burton, the meaning behind launching his own brand and a chance encounter with design legend Virgil Abloh. They also discuss t
Steven Victor on managing Pusha T, Pop Smoke's legacy and more
In the Season 3 premiere of Out of Office, Rich Kleiman sits down to talk with Steven Victor, founder & CEO of Victor Victor Worldwide and SVP of A&R at Universal Music. In the wide-ranging conversation, they discuss how Victor got his start in the music industry, meeting and eventually managing Pusha T, and his decision to create his own label. They also discuss how Pop Smoke’s music and legacy l
Episode 70: Sabrina Ionescu, Rebooting Superstardom
New York Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu sits with Rich Kleiman as Boardroom's August digital cover star. While her journey in professional sports began in 2020, it was not without a myriad of setbacks. Sabrina is candid about the challenges of her journey from college to the pros — including a historic final collegiate campaign cut short by Covid, technical difficulties on WNBA Draft night, her fir
The Universe that Ronnie Fieg Is Building
Ronnie Fieg is the founder and Creative Director of Kith and joins this week's Out Of Office podcast with Rich Kleiman from the Kith headquarters in Brooklyn. Fieg discusses growing up in Queens and how an early passion for fashion and culture shaped his outlook on his life and style. From a young age, Fieg said he learned to understand why people loved what they loved and the idea of that intrigu
Adam Sandler Joins Out Of Office
Pickup basketball legend and highly acclaimed actor Adam Sandler is no stranger to the NBA, as a lifelong New York Knicks fan and a courtside staple across the league. In this week's Out Of Office podcast, Sandler joins Rich Kleiman to discuss his new movie, Hustle, coming to Netflix June 8. In it, Sandler plays a down and out basketball scout who believes he's struck gold with a Spanish hooper he
Episode 67: Gary Vee Joins Rich Kleiman In The First Ever Boardroom Cover Story
The inaugural Veecon conference took over Minnesota last weekend and in this episode of Out Of Office, Rich and Gianni discuss Rich's trip to Minnesota where he took the Veecon stage as a speaker before traveling to landmarks spaces in Minneapolis including a trip to Paisley Park with Spike Lee. Then, the podcast dives into a conversation with none other than Gary Vaynerchuk himself. Gary Vee has
Episode 66: Rich and Gianni Take Miami
On this week's episode of Out Of Office, Rich and Gianni are fresh off their return from the Miami Grand Prix. The duo covers several topics including the atmosphere and starpower around Miami's first-ever F1 event, Kendrick Lamar's breathtaking new music video, HBO's finale of Winning Time, and the current climate of our stock market and NFTs. The duo also discusses which city deserves a new WNBA
Wes Moore Joins The Boardroom
Wes Moore is a United States Army veteran, author, entrepreneur, and producer who is now running for Governor of Maryland. He joins Rich Kleiman and Gianni Harrell in this week's Out Of Office podcast to talk about his upbringing, including dealing with the loss of his father as well as going off to military school and the trials, learning curves and ultimate accountability he faced. Moore reflect
Episode 64: Wrapping Up The NBA Season With Kevin Durant And The ETCs
Kevin Durant and his ETCs co-host Eddie Gonzalez join Rich this week in a new episode of Out Of Office heading into the Play-In Tournament. The trio discusses how both athletes and fans recover from tough losses and social media's impact on it all. Kevin speaks on discovering his interest in the NBA in the late '90s and how his player-driven interest still defines how he watches today's game, whic
Episode 63: CEO and founder of Spartan and the Death Race Joe De Sena
Joe De Sena grew up in New York City in a neighborhood and a life reminiscent of the movie "Goodfellas." In the pod, the two native New Yorkers discuss how in the early 70s De Sena's mother's transition into a more zen lifestyle turned his world upside down and how an opportunity to clean a pool made way for one of his first-ever business ventures. His hustle led to an unlikely admittance to Corne
Episode 62: Animal Style with Rich and Gianni
On this week's Out Of Office podcast, Rich and Gianni discuss a whirlwind trip to SXSW that included a terrifying plane ride, the influx of NBA superstars putting up huge performances this week, and how KD's statements are sometimes misinterpreted across media outlets. The guys also dive into the news of Tom Brady's un-retirement, how Russell Wilson's resurgence will be huge for the Broncos, and w
Episode 61: Checking In With Rich and Gianni
On the newest episode of the Out Of Office podcast, co-hosts Rich Kleiman and Gianni Harrell chop it up on all things Jeen-Yuhs, the newest Netflix documentary highlighting the life and rise of Kanye West. The two also dive into other things they're watching from Euphoria and The Gilded Age on HBO Max to debating who the 'real' Batman is ahead of the next feature film's impending release. Also hig
Episode 60: Venture Capital Pioneer Alan Patricof
Alan Patricof is a businessman, entrepreneur and one of the American pioneers of venture capital. In the latest episode of Out Of Office, he discusses growing up on the Upper West Side in Manhattan and dipping his toes in entrepreneurship for the first time as a young child selling magazines in the neighborhood. He speaks to Rich Kleiman about starting his early career on Wall Street before the te
Episode 59: NASCAR Cup Series Driver, Bubba Wallace
Bubba Wallace is not only the first Black driver to win a Cup Series race since Wendell Scott in 1963, he’s also the first driver for Michael Jordan’s 23XI Racing team. In this episode of Out Of Office, Bubba discusses the roots that led him to the racetrack, how he developed the commitment to the sport, how the sponsorship landscape opened up for him in recent years and how and where NASCAR’s div
Episode 58: Founder and CEO of LionTree, Aryeh B. Bourkoff
Aryeh Bourkoff is a highly sought-after investor and advisor to CEOs and founders, supporting them with advice, relationships and capital as they seek to build and transform their businesses to succeed in a rapidly evolving, increasingly digital market landscape. In this episode of Out Of Office, Aryeh discusses his approach to entrepreneurship, the future of cryptocurrency, NFTs and the metaverse
Episode 57: New Year vibes with Rich Kleiman and Gianni Harrell
In this special episode, Rich and co-host Gianni set the tone for 2022 as they discuss getting right for the new year, Rich finally diving into Succession, which new albums they're most excited about, the hype around the Board Ape Yacht Club and more.
Episode 56: Philanthropist, entrepreneur and co-founder of Airbnb: Joe Gebbia
Joe Gebbia is the entrepreneur best known for co-founding the company that changed the way we live and vacation - Airbnb. In this episode of Out Of Office, Joe discusses his initial entrepreneurial spirit he possessed from a young age, creating a basketball team at his alma mater RISD that still exists to this day and how the path to creating AirBnB was anything but linear.
C13Features Presents: Ghostwriter, Starring Kate Mara and Adam Scott
In this C13Features podcast movie presentation of Ghostwriter, Kate Mara and Adam Scott star in a psychological thriller about a former journalist who reluctantly accepts a job ghostwriting a new murder mystery novel for an eccentric billionaire. Kate Michaels has been living a solitary life after a traumatic experience, but after pressure from her rational agent and candid best friend, she begrud
Episode 55: A pioneer in women's sports agents, former tennis pro and Serena Williams' longtime powerhouse agent Jill Smoller
When Jill Smoller's professional tennis career came to an end, she relied heavily on her ability to connect with people to help take her career to the next level. When Richard Williams gave her an in with working with his daughter Serena, she turned what was then considered a small opportunity into a decades-long partnership with the tennis legend. In this episode, Rich sits with Jill to discuss h
Episode 54: Mogul, author, TV personality and investor on ABC's Shark Tank Daymond John
Although Daymond John was first known as the founder, president and CEO of the clothing brand FUBU in the 90s, he has since become a media juggernaut, with his hands in everything from business to motivational speaking and most notably investing. In this episode of Out Of Office, he tells the story of his humble beginnings as a young, go-getter in New York City, how LL Cool J gave him the ultimate
Episode 53: Movie and television producer, writer and founder of Imagine Entertainment Brian Grazer
Brian Grazer is a legend in the entertainment space and the powerhouse behind notable film and TV projects such as "8 Mile," "A Beautiful Mind," "Apollo 13," "Friday Night Lights," and "Swagger." Grazer, alongside his producing partner of 40 years Ron Howard, has won 47 Emmy Awards, 10 Golden Globes and 10 Academy Awards. In this episode, Grazer sits with Rich and Gianni to discuss everything from
Episode 52: Season two premiere with Lakers Owner Jeanie Buss
Jeanie Buss is the president and owner of the world-renowned Los Angeles Lakers organization, a family business that's been an integral presence in her life since her teenage years. When her father, longtime owner and business tycoon Jerry Buss passed away in 2013, he left 66% of the controlling ownership of the team to his six children. In the 2013-2014 season, the Los Angeles native took over as
Episode 51: Kevin Durant, Rich Kleiman, & Weedmaps CEO Chris Beals on the Future of Weed & Sports
Rich Kleiman and Kevin Durant are back for a check-in between seasons of Out of Office to speak with Weedmaps CEO Chris Beals about the growth of the cannabis industry, the intersection between weed and wellness, and the reasons they've partnered together to normalize the conversation around weed. They discuss Chris's path with Weedmaps, starting with developing the company's Government Relationsh
Ep 50: Rich and Gianni recap Out of Office's 50-episode debut season and discuss finding their groove in podcasting, Lebron’s reboot of Space Jam, and the excitement of the NBA Playoffs.
In this episode. Rich and Gianni review their first season of Out of Office and their incredible guests including Twitter’s Jack Dorsey, Netflix CMO, Bozoma St. John, and NBA Analyst, Mark Jackson. They discuss how the NBA’s cultural impact can’t be captured by traditional ratings measurements, how the podcast brought Rich and his mom closer together, and how Lebron’s Space Jam might become a clas
Episode 49: Dusty Baker, the Houston Astros manager, on navigating the Astros through crisis, what impressed him most about Barry Bonds, and his admiration for Mike Trout and Jacob DeGrom.
Dusty Baker is a legend whose trailblazing career transcends baseball, but he’s got unfinished business. The 3x National League Manager of the Year is still chasing a World Series ring to pair with the one he won as a player with the Dodgers. As one of baseball’s most-respected and beloved figures, he was probably the only manager who could’ve successfully taken over the Astros job after the organ
Episode 48: Paul Rabil on co-founding the Premier Lacrosse League, being inspired by KD’s playoffs performance, and his ambitious goals for the PLL.
As a four-time All-American, Paul Rabil led Johns Hopkins to two national championships, then became the biggest star in Major League Lacrosse. But Rabil was also a born entrepreneur who envisioned a greater platform for the sport, and better compensation for the players. With his brother Mike as co-founder, he launched the Premier Lacrosse League in 2019. The league fields over 200 of the world’s
Episode 47: Kevin Durant on the playoffs, the Olympics, & his career journey
Rich's business partner, longtime friend and 2x NBA champion Kevin Durant joins Out of Office for an off-the-cuff conversation about his mentality coming out of this year's Nets playoff run, the way he approached the series against the Bucks, and what he really sees as the pivotal moments in his life and career. He and Rich talk through the craziness of his injury in Toronto, what he's learned fro
Episode 46: Mark Ronson, the globally renowned DJ, and Oscar- and Grammy-winning music producer and artist.
This is a special episode where Rich and Gianni welcome Mark Ronson, one of Rich's long-time friends and a former business partner. Mark and Rich talk about the early years of their friendship and Mark's trajectory from being a seat filler at the Grammys to the shock of winning his first Grammy (for Amy Winehouse's Back to Black.) Mark discusses the importance of mentorship from icons like John Fo
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