Leadership Where it Matters Most

Brett Powell
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The things that matter most must never be at the mercy of things that matter least. The Church has the most important mission on the planet, "Go, therefore and make disciples of all nations" (Matt. 28:18). The Family is the most important institution in the history of humanity, "The future of the world and the Church passes through the family" (Saint John Paul II). This podcast is a conversation about Leadership Where it Matters Most.

  1. FEB 11

    Accompaniment w/ Christy Dupuis

    The student has become the master! Brett & Christy worked together at CCO in her early years of ministry. Now, she has become one of the premiere leaders in the Catholic Church and joins the show to share about her many years in ministry and the keys to a thriving ministry from her time with CCO. She shares the impotant lessons she's learned over the years, the growth of an evangelist & the four skills of Connect, Act, Discern & Act. Connect with Christy: https://cco.ca/missionaries/christy-dupuis/  Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by subscribing to the podcast on whatever platform you are listening on. Help other people find the show by sharing this episode on your social media. Thanks!   Connect with Brett: Website: https://brettpowell.org Coaching: buildmylifecompass.com/coaching Twitter/X: @BrettPowellorg https://twitter.com/BrettPowellorg   Music "Southern Gothic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Editing by ForteCatholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

    1h 4m

  2. JAN 21

    Renewal of Catholic Culture w/ Dr Ryan Topping

    In this episode, Brett is joined by Dr. Ryan Topping, theologian, author, and founder of the Gregory the Great Institute, for a wide-ranging conversation on family, Catholic education, culture, and vocations. Drawing from his academic work and lived experience as a husband and father of ten, Dr. Topping explains the crisis facing Catholic education and priestly vocations in Canada, while offering a compelling vision rooted in classical education, fidelity, and the renewal of culture. The discussion highlights the family as the primary counterweight to the state and a powerful force for evangelization in our time. The episode closes with Dr. Topping's vision for the Gregory the Great Institute and a hopeful call for bold, faithful leadership in the Church today. Website: https://www.gregorythegreat.ca/ Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by subscribing to the podcast on whatever platform you are listening on. Help other people find the show by sharing this episode on your social media. Thanks!   Connect with Brett: Website: https://brettpowell.org Coaching: buildmylifecompass.com/coaching Twitter/X: @BrettPowellorg https://twitter.com/BrettPowellorg   Music "Southern Gothic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Editing by ForteCatholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

    46 min

  3. JAN 7

    Catching God's Vision - the First Job of Any Leader w/ Fr. John Riccardo

    This episode dives into a transformative approach to parish leadership, where hearing God's voice becomes the foundation for healing, clarity, and mission. Fr. John Riccardo walks through the prayer exercises that help teams confront wounds, expose the enemy's plans, and discern God's strategy with confidence. With powerful testimonies from bishops and leadership teams, the conversation reveals how Acts XXIX's immersive process brings unity, peace, and renewed purpose. Listeners are invited to embrace the Church's bold call to rescue, renew, and transform their communities through the Spirit. Connect with Fr. John: https://www.actsxxix.org/media-1    Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by subscribing to the podcast on whatever platform you are listening on. Help other people find the show by sharing this episode on your social media. Thanks!   Connect with Brett: Website: https://brettpowell.org Coaching: buildmylifecompass.com/coaching Twitter/X: @BrettPowellorg https://twitter.com/BrettPowellorg   Music "Southern Gothic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Editing by ForteCatholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

    52 min

  4. 12/24/2025

    The Holiness of Work, Artificial Intelligence and Human Flourishing or Not w/ Dr. Deborah Savage

    Dr. Deborah Savage returns to explore the dignity and holiness of human work through a deeply Catholic lens. Drawing on her years in the corporate world and her research in virtue ethics, she unpacks how Confucian and Aristotelian traditions reveal the spiritual foundations of excellent work. The conversation also examines the feminine genius in professional settings and why women's unique gifts are essential for human flourishing in the workplace. The episode closes with reflections on AI, Catholic social teaching, and the enduring wisdom of Church tradition for modern leadership.   Institute for the Study of Man & Woman: https://franciscan.edu/man-and-woman-institute/  Connect with Dr. Savage: https://drdeborahsavage.com    Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by subscribing to the podcast on whatever platform you are listening on. Help other people find the show by sharing this episode on your social media. Thanks!   Connect with Brett: Website: https://brettpowell.org Coaching: buildmylifecompass.com/coaching Twitter/X: @BrettPowellorg https://twitter.com/BrettPowellorg   Music "Southern Gothic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Editing by ForteCatholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

    37 min

  5. 12/17/2025

    Men, Women, Geniuses, Complementarity and Oddly Provocative Topics w/ Dr. Deborah Savage

    In this episode, Dr. Deborah Savage of Franciscan University joins the conversation to unpack the "war on men," the masculine genius, and the deeper spiritual battle being waged against the human person. Drawing from St. John Paul II, Aquinas, and her own scholarship, she explores the unique gifts of men and women, the meaning of complementarity, and why fathers play a vital role in conferring identity. The discussion tackles hard truths about suicide rates, cultural blind spots, and misplaced anger, while also pointing to the beauty of God's design for man and woman. Listeners are invited to recover a deeper appreciation of our differences, not as a struggle for power, but as the foundation of authentic human flourishing.   Institute for the Study of Man & Woman: https://franciscan.edu/man-and-woman-institute/  Connect with Dr. Savage: https://drdeborahsavage.com    Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by subscribing to the podcast on whatever platform you are listening on. Help other people find the show by sharing this episode on your social media. Thanks!   Connect with Brett: Website: https://brettpowell.org Coaching: buildmylifecompass.com/coaching Twitter/X: @BrettPowellorg https://twitter.com/BrettPowellorg   Music "Southern Gothic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Editing by ForteCatholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

    29 min

  6. 12/10/2025

    Leadership Lessons from a Global Leader with Alpha International w/ Shaila Visser

    In this episode, Brett is joined by Shaila Visser, National Director of Alpha Canada and Global Senior VP for Alpha International, who has spent nearly 30 years helping people encounter Jesus. Together they explore what God is doing across the world today — from rising faith among young people to surprising movements of the Holy Spirit in unexpected places. Shaila shares stories from Alpha's global and Canadian work, highlighting the growing hunger for authentic connection and spiritual depth, especially among Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Their conversation offers practical hope for leaders, parents, and anyone longing to understand this moment of renewal in the Church. Made For This Website   Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by subscribing to the podcast on whatever platform you are listening on. Help other people find the show by sharing this episode on your social media. Thanks!   Connect with Brett: Website: https://brettpowell.org Coaching: buildmylifecompass.com/coaching Twitter/X: @BrettPowellorg https://twitter.com/BrettPowellorg   Music "Southern Gothic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Editing by ForteCatholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

    46 min

  7. 12/03/2025

    Tim Glemkowski on Leading the Eucharistic Congress and the Future of the Church

    In this episode, our conversation explores the mission of Amazing Parish and the importance of healthy leadership within the Church. Brett and Tim Glemkowski reflect on the powerful fruits of the Eucharistic Congress, how renewal movements can collaborate rather than compete, and the reminder that true revival comes from God's movement, not just strategies or models. They share encouraging signs of spiritual hunger, especially among Gen Z, and highlight the role of leaders in discerning and supporting God's work already underway. The episode closes with reflections on the surprise election of Pope Leo, his grounded Midwestern roots, and the hope that his leadership brings for the future.   Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by subscribing to the podcast on whatever platform you are listening on. Help other people find the show by sharing this episode on your social media. Thanks!   Connect with Brett: Website: https://brettpowell.org Coaching: buildmylifecompass.com/coaching Twitter/X: @BrettPowellorg https://twitter.com/BrettPowellorg   Music "Southern Gothic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Editing by ForteCatholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

    56 min

  8. 11/26/2025

    Monsignor James Shea on His Personal Leadership Journey

    In this episode, Monsignor Shea reflects on leadership as stewardship, emphasizing that true influence comes through love, attentiveness, and surrender rather than force. He shares how personal experiences—especially the death of his brother—shaped his understanding of servant leadership and deepened his reliance on the Holy Spirit. The conversation explores humility, the joy of watching others build on one's work, and the importance of holding leadership roles lightly. Monsignor Shea also notes a growing hunger among today's students for meaning and truth, which is reshaping the landscape of Catholic higher education.   Subscribe/Rate Never miss out on an episode by subscribing to the podcast on whatever platform you are listening on. Help other people find the show by sharing this episode on your social media. Thanks!   Connect with Brett: Website: https://brettpowell.org Coaching: buildmylifecompass.com/coaching Twitter/X: @BrettPowellorg https://twitter.com/BrettPowellorg   Music "Southern Gothic" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/   Editing by ForteCatholic (https://www.fortecatholic.com)

    50 min
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The things that matter most must never be at the mercy of things that matter least. The Church has the most important mission on the planet, "Go, therefore and make disciples of all nations" (Matt. 28:18). The Family is the most important institution in the history of humanity, "The future of the world and the Church passes through the family" (Saint John Paul II). This podcast is a conversation about Leadership Where it Matters Most.

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