The Perkins Platform
In its 14th year, this show is a series of expertly facilitated conversations with world experts in a variety of disciplines. These conversations illuminate problems, issues and solutions faced and considered by aspiring and veteran leaders.
The Perkins Platform
Latest Episodes
When Leadership Becomes a Moral Decision
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Gabby Cudjoe Wilkes of Union Theological Seminary for a thoughtful conversation about moral courage and what it means to lead when the choices before us are anything but simple. We explore the intersection o...
Stay True to You: Being Yourself Amidst Pressure to Lead Others
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Patricia Faison Hewlin for a thought-provoking conversation inspired by her new book, Staying True to You. We explore the tension between authenticity and belonging and what happens when people feel...
The Importance of Discovering Self in Leadership
In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz for a deeply reflective conversation inspired by her new book, The Archaeology of Self. We explore why meaningful leadership begins with understanding ourselves, what it means to...
The Leadership Trap of Quick Fixes
In this episode, I sit down with Betsy Kauffman, author of The Fix, for a compelling conversation about why so many of our solutions fail to solve the problems they're intended to address. We explore the human tendency to rush toward a...
Listening to Lead: What Listening Really Means in Leadership
In this episode, I sit down with Christine Miles, author, entrepreneur and founder of The Listening Path®, to explore why listening may be one of the most overlooked leadership skills. Drawing on her research and experience, Christine challenge...
