Salvatore Tagliareni: Discover Your Purpose in College

Salvatore Tagliareni: Discover Your Purpose in College

Author: Dr. Michael Ayalon August 28, 2026 Duration: 30:58

Salvatore J. Tagliareni is an internationally respected speaker whose life and work are deeply influenced by Viktor Frankl, the distinguished psychiatrist, Holocaust survivor, and founder of legotherapy. Frankly developed legotherapy, a meaning-centered approach that helps people find purpose, even in life's most painful circumstances. Its core belief: we can't always choose what happens to us, but we can choose our attitude and our response – and in that choice, we discover meaning. Through his rare mentorship with Frankl, Salvatore carries forward this timeless wisdom for leaders, teams, and individuals facing uncertainty, loss, and change. A former Catholic priest and executive leadership consultant, Salvatore is the author of nine books, including the bestselling "Roving Leadership".

In episode 702 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out how the different chapters in his life shaped him, why he called Viktor Frankl and eventually studied with him, how that experience changed his life, what is the power of choice and how that leaders us to purpose, why leadership is service instead of power, what is Roving Leadership, how we can learn from bad decisions, why we sometimes feel like "we are not enough", and gives Sal and his life meaning today. Enjoy!


Hosted by Dr. Michael Ayalon, the Fraternity Foodie Podcast by Greek University moves beyond surface-level chatter to engage with the complex realities of campus Greek life. This isn't about social calendars or party themes; it's a dedicated space for necessary dialogue, pulling in leading voices and practitioners who work directly within the fraternity and sorority community. Each episode tackles a specific, often challenging, aspect of the student experience, from foundational safety issues like hazing and sexual assault prevention to the nuanced pressures surrounding substance use, mental wellness, and recruitment. The conversations are built on a practical educational framework, aiming to translate expert insight and frontline experience into actionable understanding for listeners. By focusing on these critical topics, the podcast seeks to contribute to stronger, healthier, and more accountable campus cultures. Tune in for thoughtful, solution-oriented discussions that address the questions at the heart of modern fraternity and sorority life.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Fraternity Foodie Podcast by Greek University
Podcast Episodes
Ethan Starr: Life Lessons From Billionaires [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:35
Ethan Starr has a bachelor's degree from Union College and a master's degree in library science from The Catholic University of America. He spent three years performing biographical and financial research on major donors…
Amanda Black: Deeper Conversations in College [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:16
Amanda Black founded The Solo Female Traveler Network (SoFe Travel), a global community of 560,000+ rad women who travel solo. She designs women-only trips to offbeat places like hot air balloons in Turkey and cliffside…
Max Quinn: Common Mistakes Students Make Prior to Graduation [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:58
Over time, the standards that Max Quinn set for himself including small habits, simple structure, and daily execution helped him lose over 80 pounds, regain his energy, confidence, self-belief and his purpose. Max was ab…
Douglas Park: Now Is The Right Time To Start a Business [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:55
Douglas Park is a Silicon Valley startup lawyer, strategic advisor, private-company board director, lecturer, and author of the book "Starting Startups: Integrate People, Product, and Position for Success". He has a PhD…
Edi Matsumoto: Choosing the Best Career For Yourself [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:56
Edi Matsumoto holds a bachelor's degree in anthropology from Tsukuba University in Japan. After traveling around Southeast Asia exploring cultures and volunteering at the Mother Theresa's Home for the Dying Destitutes in…
Dr. Steven Stein: Becoming a Respected Leader in Your Chapter [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:40
As a clinical psychologist, best-selling author, and founder and Executive Chair of Multi-Health Systems (MHS), Dr. Steven Stein spent over four decades advancing the science and application of emotional intelligence and…
Dr. Ron Dushkin: Early Warning Systems For Stress [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:29
Ron Dushkin, MD is a Holistic physician, Stress Management Specialist, Former consultant to Westinghouse and Johnson & Johnson in setting up their Stress Management Employee Wellness Program, Charter Member of the Americ…
Mike DeJong: Growing Too Early Can Hurt Your Business [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:33
Mike DeJong is a multi-business owner, keynote speaker, and the author of Grow Smart: Your Path to Freedom: Mastering the Transformation from Operator to Owner. Over the past 30 years across multiple industries, includin…