The Leadership Table With Dr. Kevin Hairston

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Welcome to The Leadership Table where vision meets action. Hosted by Dr. Kevin Hairston, this thought-provoking podcast brings together leaders from politics, business, faith, education, and community organizations for candid conversations about leadership, service, and impact. Each episode offers real-world insights, inspiring stories, and practical strategies to help you lead with purpose, whether you’re guiding a team, influencing policy, building a business, or serving your community. Pull up a chair, take notes, and get ready to grow, because at The Leadership Table, everyone has a seat, and every voice matters.

  1. Apr 8

    Justice, Equity, and Reform | Judge Bill Hedrick on The Leadership Table w/ Dr. Kevin Hairston

    In this powerful episode of The Leadership Table, host Dr. Kevin Hairston engages Judge Bill Hedrick of Columbus, Ohio in a timely and necessary conversation about the judicial system, systemic racism, and the evolving role of the courts in addressing addiction-driven criminal behavior. Judge Hedrick offers an inside perspective on how systemic inequities have shaped outcomes within the justice system and what accountability, fairness, and reform look like from the bench. He also discusses how courts are increasingly moving beyond punishment toward treatment-based and recovery-oriented approaches, particularly for individuals whose contact with the legal system is rooted in substance use and addiction. Together, Dr. Hairston and Judge Hedrick explore how judicial leadership, compassion, and evidence-based practices can interrupt cycles of incarceration, restore dignity, and create pathways toward rehabilitation and public safety. This episode is essential for legal professionals, faith leaders, policymakers, advocates, and citizens seeking a deeper understanding of justice reform and the future of equitable courts. 🔹 Systemic racism and judicial accountability 🔹 Addiction, criminal behavior, and treatment courts 🔹 The evolving role of judges and the justice system 🔹 Leadership, fairness, and restorative approaches Host: Dr. Kevin Hairston Guest: Judge Bill Hedrick Podcast: The Leadership Table Location: Columbus, Ohio ▶️ Like, subscribe, and share to stay connected with conversations that inform, challenge, and advance principled leadership.

    39 min
  2. Mar 11

    Investing in Community, Building Leaders | Adam Troy on The Leadership Table w/ Dr. Kevin Hairston

    In this episode of The Leadership Table, host Dr. Kevin Hairston sits down with Adam Troy of Columbus, Ohio for a forward-looking conversation on investment in the Linden community, entrepreneurship, and leadership development for emerging leaders. Adam shares his perspective on why intentional investment in Linden matters—not just economically, but socially and generationally. He discusses the role of entrepreneurship as a catalyst for neighborhood revitalization, job creation, and ownership, and how developing local leaders is essential to sustaining long-term impact. Together, Dr. Hairston and Adam explore what it takes to cultivate emerging leaders who are prepared to lead with vision, discipline, and integrity, particularly in communities that have historically been under-resourced but rich in potential. This episode is essential for entrepreneurs, community developers, nonprofit leaders, investors, and anyone committed to building strong communities by investing in both people and place.\ 🔹 Investment and revitalization in Linden 🔹 Entrepreneurship as a pathway to opportunity 🔹 Developing the next generation of leaders 🔹 Leadership rooted in community impact Host: Dr. Kevin Hairston Guest: Adam Troy Podcast: The Leadership Table Location: Columbus, Ohio ▶️ Like, subscribe, and share to stay connected with conversations that shape leaders and strengthen communities.

    37 min

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Welcome to The Leadership Table where vision meets action. Hosted by Dr. Kevin Hairston, this thought-provoking podcast brings together leaders from politics, business, faith, education, and community organizations for candid conversations about leadership, service, and impact. Each episode offers real-world insights, inspiring stories, and practical strategies to help you lead with purpose, whether you’re guiding a team, influencing policy, building a business, or serving your community. Pull up a chair, take notes, and get ready to grow, because at The Leadership Table, everyone has a seat, and every voice matters.