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The Walker Webcast

Willy Walker
Commercial Real Estate
Leadership
Housing Market
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Walker & Dunlop
Artificial Intelligence
Economy
Multifamily Housing
Single-Family Rentals
Fannie Mae
Affordable Housing
Federal Reserve
Real Estate
GDP Growth
Freddie Mac
China
Entrepreneurship
Mental Health
Operation HOPE

A weekly conversation hosted by Walker & Dunlop CEO Willy Walker, featuring leaders across commercial real estate, wellness, business, and leadership. Rooted in CRE but reaching beyond it, each episode offers insights that extend well beyond the industry.

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Latest Episodes

Willy sat down with Chris Lee, Partner and President of KKR Real Estate. Three years after Chris last joined the Walker Webcast, where does he believe the commercial real estate market stands today?

Willy and Chris discussed where KKR is deploying c... more

On a special episode of the Walker Webcast, recorded at the 2026 Zelman Housing Summit, Willy was joined by Sean Dobson, CEO of Amherst, a leading real estate investment and development firm.

Sean explained why today’s housing market looks more expe... more

Willy sat down with Paul Cheek, Senior Lecturer at the MIT Sloan School of Management, serial entrepreneur, AI strategist, and author of the new book, No One Works Here, for a conversation about AI, the future of work, and what it takes to build an A... more

Willy sat down with Steve Hills, former President and General Manager of The Washington Post and author of the forthcoming book, The Alpha Trap, for a conversation about leadership, transformation, ambition, and the hidden costs of success.

They ex... more

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Sean Dobson
CEO of Amherst
Amherst
Episode: Sean Dobson, CEO of Amherst
Paul Cheek
MIT Sloan School of Management senior lecturer, entrepreneur, author
MIT Sloan School of Management
Episode: Paul Cheek, MIT Senior Lecturer, AI Strategist, Entrepreneur & Author
Steve Hills
Former President and General Manager of The Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: Steve Hills, Author and Former President & General Manager of The Washington Post
Liz Ann Sonders
Chief Investment Strategist, Charles Schwab
Charles Schwab
Episode: Liz Ann Sonders, Chief Investment Strategist at Charles Schwab
David Gelles
New York Times reporter and best-selling author
The New York Times
Episode: David Gelles, The New York Times Reporter and Bestselling Author
Aditya Sanghvi
Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company; leads Global Real Estate Practice; heads Quantum Black AI unit
McKinsey & Company
Episode: Aditya Sanghvi, Senior Partner, McKinsey & Company
Tom Nides
Vice Chairman of Strategy and Client Relations at Blackstone (former diplomat and government official)
Blackstone
Episode: Steve Hills, Author and Former President & General Manager of The Washington Post with Tom Nides, Vice Chairman of Strategy and Client Relations at Blackstone
Stephen DeFrancis
CEO
Cortland
Episode: Ivy Zelman, Stephen DeFrancis, Ryan Marshall, and Dallas Tanner
Ryan Marshall
CEO
Pulte Homes
Episode: Ivy Zelman, Stephen DeFrancis, Ryan Marshall, and Dallas Tanner

Host

Willy Walker
Host of The Walker Webcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 274 ratings
  • Great Listen… Never Miss

    Love this podcast, try to never miss one. 1 idea that would be interesting …. Having a specific counter discussion with 2 guests. Example Peter L and someone who thinks the nation’s debt is a problem. I think it would be great discussion and Mr Walker could intelligently steer the conversation. Thank you for work you do in putting this together.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pjp121
    United States2 years ago
  • Top Notch Program - we are blessed to have it!!

    It is inspiring to listen to and receive an unbiased dialogue between Willy and the amazing guests he has on the WD podcasts. What a gift and reprieve from the majority of news and educational programs that are spewing propaganda and narratives driven by their or their bosses/owners agenda.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jerry Morrissey
    United States3 years ago
  • Walker Dunlop

    Great CRE insight

    Ken Steidley Alamo Equity

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kls007
    United States4 years ago
  • The best show for CRE investors

    This show is unique in that it brings on only the highest tier of guests to break down industry trends. With these high profile opinions, I am able to learn more than I ever have before about CRE. Recommend this show for any sophisticated CRE investor looking to broader their horizons.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mission530
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Each episode is an incredible deep dive into a real estate topic (and beyond!). Willy and his guests are highly knowledgeable and experienced and provide invaluable advice and insights!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States5 years ago

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Presents diverse opinions and actionable CRE insights.
Strong leadership and industry trend discussions, though some critique overall pace or topic breadth.
Shows depth and practicality, with high-caliber guests.

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Steve Hills, Author and Former President & General Manager of The Washington Post
Q: How did the Post manage the cultural shift to become a technology-enabled organization without devaluing its journalism?
Reframe the organization as a combined journalism and engineering entity, invest in engineers alongside reporters, and ensure the core mission of news remains central while adopting digital product discipline.
Steve Hills, Author and Former President & General Manager of The Washington Post
Q: What words of advice would you give leaders as we face AI-driven transformation in their industries?
Focus on core strengths, embrace the reality of change, and scale the good parts of your business while investing in digital capabilities to stay on par with competitors.
Paul Cheek, MIT Senior Lecturer, AI Strategist, Entrepreneur & Author
Q: Is short-term ROI the right metric for AI investments, or should firms focus on long-term value?
Long-term value through learning, increased clock speed, and organizational capability; short-term ROI can be misleading, and immediate cost savings may be less meaningful than strategic capabilities.
Paul Cheek, MIT Senior Lecturer, AI Strategist, Entrepreneur & Author
Q: What is the role of leadership in AI adoption and upskilling?
CEO commitment and executive buy-in are critical to drive cross-organizational upskilling and to embed AI literacy at all levels, enabling sustained transformation.
Paul Cheek, MIT Senior Lecturer, AI Strategist, Entrepreneur & Author
Q: How should a large firm reorganize to maximize AI value beyond simply deploying tools?
Implement an organizational redesign that reflects a new concept of organization as nodes (humans and AI agents) working with shared purpose, supported by governance, data access, and redesigned workflows.

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What is The Walker Webcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program sits at the intersection of real estate, business leadership, and macroeconomics, with episodes ranging from CRE market dynamics and AI productivity to leadership philosophies and geopolitical context. Guests are senior leaders, investors, and policy thinkers who unpack how technology, policy, and capital shape industries, often tying macro trends to practical implications for portfolios, operations, and strategy. A standout throughline is a pragmatic, data-driven approach to complex problems, paired with candid personal stories from high-performing executives and thinkers. Listeners who want actionable insights on real estate cycles, AI adoption, and leadership strategy will likely find it particularly valuable, while sponsors... more

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1. Sean Dobson
2. Paul Cheek
3. Steve Hills
4. Liz Ann Sonders
5. David Gelles
6. Aditya Sanghvi
7. Tom Nides
8. Stephen DeFrancis

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