Positive Philter Podcast

Blerd Talk: Black Superheroes, Representation, and Indie Comics (featuring Jaylen Christie)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I am joined by Jaylen Christie, researcher, writer, and fellow Alpha Phi Alpha brother. We discuss Black representation in comics, hi

Believe Big: Leadership, Culture, and Excellence (featuring Coach Vanessa Blair-Lewis)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I am joined by Coach Vanessa Blair-Lewis, Head Coach of George Mason Women's Basketball. We discuss her leadership philosophy, the cu

Embracing Uncertainty: Social Anxiety, Weak Ties, and Building Your Network (featuring Scott Stirrett)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I am joined by Scott Stirrett, author, entrepreneur, and founder of Venture for Canada. We discuss overcoming social anxiety, the pow

Building Better Podcasts: Creativity, Technology, and the Future of Podcasting (featuring Junaid Ahmed)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I am joined by Junaid Ahmed, entrepreneur and podcasting expert. We discuss his journey as a creator, how he helps others launch and

Growing Together: Love, Identity, and Education (featuring Luke Pierce and Tia Pierce)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I am joined by fellow George Mason alumni Tia and Luke Pierce. They are educators, members of the Divine Nine, and all-around amazing

The Kindness KPI: Operationalizing Compassion (featuring James Kellock)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I am joined by James Kellock, entrepreneur, kindness advocate, and founder of RippleCore. We discuss how kindness can become a measur

Beyond the Classroom: Why Research Matters (featuring Dr. Keith Renshaw)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Dr. Keith Renshaw, Professor of Psychology and Senior Associate Provost for Undergraduate Education at George Mason Uni

What I Wish I Knew at 30: Lessons for Life and Career (featuring Fran Harper)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Fran Harper, host of the podcast "What I Wish I Knew at 30" and an Identity Architect dedicated to helping people align

Your Network Has Value: Why Connectors Get Paid (featuring Joe Mindak)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by entrepreneur, author, and Nolodex co-founder Joe Mindak. Joe shares his journey from working in a family printing busin

Three Generations, One Conversation: Lessons on Leadership (Part 2)

In this episode of Positive Philter, Bennett and I return for Part 2 of our leadership conversation series. After the positive response to our first episode, we decided t

A Program That Changed Lives: Multicultural Counseling and Social Justice

In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Fred Bemak and Dr. Rita Chung, two professors who had a profound impact on my personal and professional development. As architects of G

Three Generations, One Conversation: Lessons on Leadership

In this episode, I'm joined by my dad, Retired Colonel Philip L. Wilkerson Jr., and my 11-year-old son, Bennett Wilkerson, for an impromptu conversation about leadership.

Building a Global #MasonNation (featuring Joshua Park)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Dean Joshua Park, Dean of Mason Korea, for another installment of my Dean Series. We discuss his educational and profes

First Gen to State Senator: A Journey of Service (pt.1)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by George Mason alum, Schar School Alumnus of the Year, and Virginia State Senator Saddam Salim. In Part 1 of this two-par

From Mason to City Hall: Leadership in Action (featuring Anthony Amos)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by fellow George Mason alum and Fairfax City Council member Anthony Amos. We discuss his journey from growing up in a mili

Resilient by Design: Black Men, Higher Education, and Purpose

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Dr. Kevin Reese to discuss his journey through higher education and the impact attending a Historically Black College a

Choosing Kindness: Building Better Communities Through Compassion (featuring Kevin Smith)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Kevin Smith, leader of Kindness Week Worldwide. We discuss how kindness can go beyond a single day and become a year-ro

400 Episodes of Positive Philter: A Celebration of Voices and Community

The Positive Philter Podcast has officially reached 400 episodes. In this milestone celebration, I reflect on the journey so far and share a special tribute featuring aud

Phirst Month Out: A Conversation with My Neos (featuring Daryn Boden and Conrad Sylvanus)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by my neos, Conrad and Daryn. For those unfamiliar, "neo" is a term used in Black Greek organizations to describe new memb

Actionable Awareness: Using CliftonStrengths to Lead and Succeed (featuring Eduardo Villavicencio)

In this episode of Positive Philter, I'm joined by Eduardo, whom I met during Leadership Fairfax, where he facilitated a CliftonStrengths training. We discuss how Clifton