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Episode 700

Play Like a Teammate, Lead Like a Champion – with Karl Mecklenburg

April 16, 2026 · 31 min · with Karl Mecklenburg

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Former Denver Broncos captain and NFL All-Pro linebacker Karl Mecklenburg talks with Dr. Paul about leadership, courage, honesty, and forgiveness. He shares his path from college walk-on to six-time Pro Bowler and the Six Keys to Success that grew from it. Listeners take away the reminder that we are all part of a team and that leadership begins with how we show up for others.

What does it take to rise from underdog to champion—and then become a leader others can count on? In this episode of Live On Purpose Radio, Dr. Paul welcomes back former Denver Broncos captain and NFL All-Pro linebacker Karl Mecklenburg for a powerful conversation about leadership, courage, honesty, and forgiveness. Karl shares lessons from his remarkable journey—from college walk-on to six-time Pro Bowler—and how those experiences shaped his “Six Keys to Success.” More importantly, he reminds us that we are all part of a team, and that true leadership starts with how we show up for others. If you’re ready to step up, contribute, and lead with purpose, this milestone episode will inspire you to play your role at a higher level.

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