Positive Philter Podcast
1) Leading with Purpose: Student Leadership at GMU (featuring Amaiyah Parker)
In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Amaiyah Parker, President of the NAACP at George Mason University. We discuss her journey to Mason, her approach to student leadership, and how she b...Show More
2) Esports and Community: A New Era of Engagement (featuring David Echeverria)
In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by my fraternity brother David Echeverria to explore the rise of eSports and its potential beyond gaming. From his early work with EA Sports to co-found...Show More
3) Discovering Your Professional Identity (featuring Jonathan Segers)
In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Jonathan Segers, a higher education professional at Washington University in St. Louis, whom I met through NACE. We discuss his career journey from f...Show More
4) Be Well, Black Man! A Conversation on Health, Belonging, and Equity
In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by my fraternity brother and friend, Dr. Okey Enyia, to discuss his book The John Henry Health Equity Playbook, a roadmap for advancing health equity fo...Show More
5) Leading an Alumni Chapter Board (pt. 1)
In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Dr. Michelle Ryan, President of the College of Science Alumni Chapter at George Mason University. We discuss her Mason journey, what servant leadersh...Show More
6) Themes & Goals: Living 2026 with Purpose (featuring Keyah Frazier)
In this episode, I am joined by my colleague, Keyah Frazier, for a deep dive into the art of goal setting and vision planning. We explore the power of incorporating new ideas—like setting a "theme" fo...Show More
7) Beyond the Board: Using Games to Build Leadership and Connection (featuring Chris Barrows)
In this episode of Positive Philter, I’m joined by Chris Barrows, host of the Why I Social podcast and co-creator of Traveling Boards. This organization uses board games as tools for leadership develo...Show More
8) Local Leadership, Lasting Impact (featuring Dan Helmer)
In this episode, I’m joined by local politician Dan Helmer, who represents Virginia’s 10th District in southern Fairfax County. I first met Dan when he visited my son’s Boy Scout troop, and I’ve seen ...Show More
9) Behind the Words: The World of Ghostwriting (featuring Jeff Raderstrong)
In Episode 385 of Positive Philter, I’m joined by Jeff Raderstrong, a professional ghostwriter who has helped CEOs, political leaders, and community activists bring their stories to life. Jeff shares ...Show More
10) Dreams, Shadows, and Service: A Trailblazing Journey in Education (featuring Dr. Emma Violand Sanchez)
In this episode of Positive Philter, I sit down with Dr. Emma Violand-Sanchez, a fellow Mount Vernon High School alum, immigrant, and first-generation scholar. Her journey—from arriving in the U.S. as...Show More