Boardroom with Rich Kleiman brings fans inside the careers and conversations of some of the world's most fascinating thought leaders, including entrepreneurs, athletes, and entertainers. The show is dedicated to bringing impactful conversations from trailblazers across the sports and entertainment landscape. Never-before-heard stories, entrepreneurial advice, and unparalleled access bring you inside the Boardroom universe.
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August 14, 202632 min
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, Emory reflects on the mindset, patience, and creativity that defined his path.
August 11, 202630 min
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.
August 11, 202634 min
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 entrepreneur, the lessons he learned from Magic Johnson, his partnership with Salter, and why he’s focused on creating businesses that extend far beyond basketball.
The two discuss the acquisition and revival of Reebok, Shaq’s vision for the future of the iconic brand, his role as president of Reebok, investing in women’s basketball through Angel Reese, launching the DUNKMAN League, and why the best partnerships are built on trust, honesty, and a shared drive to win.
From learning business after entering the NBA to building one of the most recognizable names in sports and entertainment, Shaq explains why he’s still only in the “second inning” of his career.
August 4, 202627 min
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 Jay-Z and how it shaped the way LeBron approaches the game and business alike. He speaks on his long-standing partnership with Maverick Carter, Rich Paul, & Randy Mims. He dives into his relationship with Nike and what that relationship has meant across his career. Throughout the conversation, LeBron gets honest about legacy and how he wants to be remembered when it's all said and done. Presented by Boardroom & CNBC, Gameplan brings together the biggest names at the intersection of sports, business, and culture.
May 20, 202641 min
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 plans to fix it, and the inside story of Power Slap, the sport that outpaced UFC in sponsorship revenue in its first two years.
May 11, 202622 min
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 deeply has become his competitive advantage.
May 8, 202640 min
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” operating outside the traditional machine, the conversation explores how today’s biggest names are reshaping what power looks like in entertainment and branding. Stoute and Kleiman also break down the evolving financial model of music streaming, why major labels are starting to function more like indie operations, and how the role of a great CMO has shifted from marketing products to building culture itself.
May 8, 202621 min
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 anymore,” and how that shift is changing everything from music to media to personal branding.
April 10, 202618 min
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, discipline, and obsession that shaped her path. She also reveals how she turned NIL into a personal empire – building massive social media influence, landing major equity deals, and redefining what it means to be a modern athlete. In this interview, she discusses everything from early Olympic dreams and devastating injuries to her first acting auditions (including a surprising White Lotus moment), and why she believes female student-athletes can build careers far beyond their sport. Tap in to learn Livvy’s story of ambition, identity, and what happens when talent meets relentless focus.
December 24, 202519 min
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 Ewing stands alone as the greatest Knick of all time, breaking down leadership, toughness, and what Ewing represented to New York basketball. Jackson also revisits his time coaching the Golden State Warriors, including insights into Stephen Curry’s growth, mindset, and what made those Warriors teams special. He opens up about Rick Pitino and why he remains the most influential and respected coach of his career. Throughout the interview, Jackson connects eras of the game, blending history with the modern evolution of basketball. He offers a candid, legacy-driven look at basketball through the eyes of someone who has lived it as a player, coach, and voice of the sport.
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