The Walker Webcast
The Walker Webcast
Willy Walker
The Walker Webcast, hosted by Willy Walker, CEO of Walker & Dunlop, brings renowned leaders and brilliant minds together for engaging conversations. Insights for life.
Chris Crosby, Founder & CEO of Compass Datacenters
Willy sat down with Chris Crosby, founder and CEO of Compass Datacenters, a leading Class A, Community-First builder of the digital infrastructure powering the AI economy.   They discussed the genesis behind Compass, the company's community-first philosophy, its 100-year neighbor approach, and the realities of navigating local politics. Chris also shared his perspective on common misconceptions about data center water and power usage, the economics and modular innovation behind development, the impact of supply chains, tariffs, and immigration policy, and what lies ahead for the future of digital infrastructure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jul 2
58 min
Jeffrey Rosen, Bestselling Author of Pursuit of Liberty
Willy sat down with Jeffrey Rosen, bestselling author, George Washington University law professor, contributing editor at The Atlantic, and CEO emeritus of the National Constitution Center, for a timely discussion about America’s founding ideals as the nation approaches its 250th anniversary.   Willy and Jeffrey explored the enduring relevance of the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, from liberty, equality, and government by consent to the lasting tension between Hamiltonian federal power and Jeffersonian democracy. They also discussed the founders’ warnings about faction, demagoguery, civic virtue, and the responsibility of citizens to preserve civil dialogue in a polarized age. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 25
57 min
Robert Siegel, Stanford Lecturer, Operator, Venture Investor, Author
Willy sat down with Robert Siegel, Lecturer in Management at Stanford Graduate School of Business, Operator, Venture Investor, and Author of The Systems Leader. They explored the competing pressures facing today’s leaders—from balancing innovation and execution to embracing AI while maintaining organizational focus. Robert also shared why curiosity, humility, and adaptability have become essential leadership traits in a fast-changing world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 18
1 hr
Katie Cook, First Female Blue Angel Pilot
Willy sat down with Katie Cook, a trailblazing Marine Corps pilot who made history as the first woman selected to fly with the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, live from the Walker & Dunlop Leadership Summit. She and Willy discussed her path from a military family to the Naval Academy, the near-plane crash in flight school that shaped her career, and the combat mission in Afghanistan where she fired Hellfire missiles in defense of a pinned-down Marine squad. They also explored what it meant to become the first female Blue Angel, the weight of representing more than yourself, and how the leadership lessons in the cockpit translate to the boardroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 11
54 min
Dr. Chris Palmer, Harvard Psychiatrist, Researcher, and Author
Willy sat down with Dr. Chris Palmer, Harvard psychiatrist, researcher, and author of Brain Energy. Dr. Palmer has become one of the leading voices exploring the connection between metabolism, nutrition, and mental health, challenging decades of conventional thinking about psychiatric disorders.  He and Willy discussed why mental illnesses may actually be metabolic disorders affecting the brain, the science behind ketogenic therapies and psychiatric recovery, and how lifestyle, stress, sleep, and nutrition can dramatically impact brain health. They also explored what this emerging research could mean for the future treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 4
1 hr 1 min
Phil Washington, CEO of Denver International Airport
Willy sat down in person with Phil Washington, CEO of Denver International Airport and one of the country’s most respected transportation leaders.   They discussed DEN’s rapid growth toward becoming the busiest airport in the world, the massive infrastructure investments required to support rising passenger demand, and how the airport is balancing modernization, safety, and operational resilience. Phil also shared insights on international expansion, energy independence, cargo growth, transit and roadway improvements, and why Denver is uniquely positioned to become a global gateway for both aviation and future space travel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28
57 min
Tim Scott, U.S. Senator, South Carolina
Willy sat down with Senator Tim Scott, Chairman of the Senate Banking Committee, for a candid discussion on America’s economic future, AI, and global competitiveness. They discussed the race to lead in artificial intelligence, the growing importance of entrepreneurship and critical thinking, and why states embracing business investment are pulling ahead economically. Senator Scott also shared his perspective on regulation, energy, workforce disruption, and what America must do to stay ahead in the next era of innovation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 21
31 min
Bill Perkins, Investor, Entrepreneur, Author
Willy sat down with Bill Perkins, investor, entrepreneur, and author of Die with Zero, for a provocative conversation on how we think about money, time, and life itself. They explored Bill’s philosophy of prioritizing life experiences over accumulating wealth, challenging traditional ideas about saving, retirement, and legacy, and reflecting on the career journey and lessons that shaped his perspective. They also covered how time—not money—is our most finite resource, the cost of delaying enjoyment, and how individuals and families can better align financial decisions with the life they want to live. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 14
1 hr
David Carle, Head Hockey Coach, University of Denver
Willy sat down with David Carle, the University of Denver’s head hockey coach and one of the most dominant leaders in college sports today. With three NCAA championships in the last five years, Carle is earning a reputation as the John Wooden of college hockey.   In this conversation, Coach Carle reveals what it really takes to build a championship culture—from identifying and recruiting the right people, to instilling a relentless team-first mindset, to leading in a way that drives both elite performance and long-term development. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 7
1 hr 1 min
Willy Walker, Chairman and CEO, Walker & Dunlop
Willy delivers his CRE and economic outlook in a live presentation at MIT, offering a timely lens into today’s complex market environment. Cutting through the noise, he breaks down the forces truly shaping the landscape - from capital flows and consumer sentiment to multifamily fundamentals, affordability dynamics, and the macro and policy shifts set to define CRE in 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 30
1 hr 7 min
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