Virtuous Leaders with Dr. Johann D'Souza
Virtuous Leaders with Dr. Johann D'Souza
Podcast Description
Join Dr. Johann D'Souza, a psychologist blending modern insight with classical philosophy, as he interviews extraordinary leaders—entrepreneurs, educators, and visionaries—who lead with courage, integrity, and purpose. From government whistleblowers to media trailblazers, each episode reveals the principles driving their impact, the moral excellence they embody, and the legacy they’re building. Perfect for professionals, parents, and anyone seeking truth, virtue, and timeless wisdom in uncertain times. Subscribe for practical insights to lead boldly, speak fearlessly, and live meaningfully.
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The podcast focuses on themes of ethical leadership, personal integrity, family values, and social responsibility, with examples such as discussions on combating human trafficking with David Niccolini, and parenting in the digital age with Anastasia Dedyukhina, highlighting how virtue, faith, and community play integral roles in navigating contemporary challenges.
Join Dr. Johann D’Souza, a psychologist blending modern insight with classical philosophy, as he interviews extraordinary leaders—entrepreneurs, educators, and visionaries—who lead with courage, integrity, and purpose. From government whistleblowers to media trailblazers, each episode reveals the principles driving their impact, the moral excellence they embody, and the legacy they’re building. Perfect for professionals, parents, and anyone seeking truth, virtue, and timeless wisdom in uncertain times. Subscribe for practical insights to lead boldly, speak fearlessly, and live meaningfully.
Dan is the Executive Director at Damascus, where he helps youth and young adults who seek meaning, leadership, and faith formation and who struggle with finding purpose and authentic community, to become passionate leaders rooted in Christ and virtuous living.
Top 5 Insights from Dan DeMatte
• Multiplication Model: How empowering youth as leaders—and not just consumers—can rapidly grow ministry impact and community resilience.
• Missionary Mindset: The five foundational mindsets (”Jesus centered, mission focused, joy filled, obedient, and toilet plungers”) that drive culture, leadership, and selfless service.
• Team-Based Leadership: Building leadership on complementary strengths and teams rather than individuals, to foster growth, accountability, and sustainability.
• Balancing Magnanimity with Humility: Dreaming big and aiming high while staying grounded in humility, character formation, and faithful commitment.
• Grounding in the Information Age: Why helping young people plant roots in faith and virtue is critical for navigating the anxiety and confusion of today’s content-saturated world.
Dan DeMatte
Executive Director, Damascus
🌐 Website: https://damascus.net
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dan.dematte/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-dematte/
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🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/dandematte
📹 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DamascusCamps
Dr. Johann D'Souza
Clinical Psychologist at Values First Therapy
🌐 Website: https://www.valuesfirsttherapy.com/
🌐 Values First Collective: https://www.valuesfirstcollective.com/
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johanndsouza/
🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/drjohanndsouza
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