Jed welcomes his longtime friend and mentor, Lyndon Olson, Jr, to the podcast. From a Texas state legislator to US Ambassador to Sweden to a Global Fortune 500 CEO, Lyndon has seen it all and continues to be a positive force in the community. Lyndon reflects on lessons in civility and leadership that he's learned across both his personal life and his storied career. Having been an inspiration for our focus on civility, Lyndon discusses the true meaning of the word and his hope to leave a legacy of civility and kindness that can continue beyond him.

Back from the archives! We originally started the podcast two years ago with Tommy Muska, Former Mayor of West, TX as our first guest. Having had recorded the episode 10 years and one day from the tragic explosion in the City of West, Tommy shared some incredible insights on leadership in the face of an emergency. Join Jed and Tommy as they reflect and dive into how one man, led his friends, family, and constituents out of tragedy and into a recovery.

Get ready for an inspiring journey with Kathy Strimple, PE! From her early days as a civil engineering graduate at the University of Texas in 1983 to her influential role at H-E-B, the 5th largest supermarket operator in the U.S., Kathy's story is one of passion, perseverance, and leadership.

Join Jed and Kathy as they reminisce about working together at the beginning of their careers in Austin and dive into the challenges Kathy faced as a female engineer in a male-dominated industry. Hear firsthand how she balanced her career and family life, and discover her secrets to leading with passion and ownership.

Kathy's dedication to mentorship shines through as she shares her vision for creating a supportive environment for young female engineers and aims to help the next generation grasp the broader impact of their work - all while maintaining and upholding H-E-B's high standards. Don't miss this captivating episode filled with wisdom and inspiration!

Get to know Jed Walker, Founder and President of Walker Partners, a Texas-based and Texan-owned civil engineering firm. As the introduction to Civil Leadership, Jed Walker sits down with Megan Gilmore, Marketing Executive at Walker Partners, to discuss why they created the podcast, the story behind the name, and their hope for the next generation of civil leaders. Megan also asks Jed about his own career, the people who have made an impact on him, and the passion he has for civil engineering.