Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam Torres
Adam Torres
Hear from industry leaders on leadership, strategy, marketing, and sales. We're talking to top CEOs and business leaders. This is the go-to podcast for entrepreneurs, executives and experts that want to get real results that will last.About Mission Matters:At Mission Matters we amplify stories for Entrepreneurs, Executives and Experts. Our host and Co Founder, Adam Torres has interviewed 6,000+ guests and hosts 8 shows. At the heart of our media brand is a want to help professionals cut through the noise. To get their mission and message heard. You can apply to be a featured guest here: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/Through our long form interviews, we aim to capture the stories that make our guests interesting, relevant and also entertaining. By doing this, we are creating a catalogue for our audience that is educational, inspirational and will remain relevant and evergreen for years to come.Welcome to the Mission Matters Business Podcast with Adam Torres. Interviews are released daily featuring entrepreneurs, executives and experts. Follow Adam on Instagram at Ask Adam Torres for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. APPLY to be interviewed by Adam on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ FOLLOW Adam on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/
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Jul 10, 2025 • 18min
Alexis Hatchett on Why Hollywood Isn’t Bouncing Back and Where Stories Still Thrive
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Alexis Hatchett, Creative Executive at Queens Collective Media (in association with Blue Shore Films). From the ripple effects of Hollywood's production stall to the rise of female-led documentaries, Alexis sheds light on the industry's transformation and her mission to spotlight voices that matter.
This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Mission Matters. Big thanks to the Milken Institute for inviting us to cover the conference.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
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Jul 9, 2025 • 16min
Don Howard on Empowering Low-Income Workers After Disasters
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Don Howard, President and CEO of The James Irvine Foundation, during the Milken Global Conference. They discuss how wildfires affect California’s low-wage workforce and the foundation’s mission to empower workers through opportunity, training, and inclusive community rebuilding.
This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Mission Matters. Big thanks to the Milken Institute for inviting us to cover the conference.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
Apply to be a guest on our podcast:
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Jul 8, 2025 • 14min
Preparing Students for an AI Future: Alex Kotran on Education and Economic Readiness
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Alex Kotran, CEO & Founder of The AI Education Project (aiEDU). Together, they discuss how K–12 education must adapt to equip students with real-world AI readiness—not just literacy—and why that distinction matters now more than ever.
This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Mission Matters. Big thanks to the Milken Institute for inviting us to cover the conference.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
Apply to be a guest on our podcast:
https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/
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Jul 7, 2025 • 18min
Leading the Fight Against IBD: Michael Osso on Crohn’s & Colitis Awareness
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Michael Osso, President and CEO of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, at the Milken Global Conference. They discuss the growing impact of IBD, advances in treatment, and how the foundation supports patients and accelerates research toward a cure.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
Apply to be a guest on our podcast:
https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/
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Jul 7, 2025 • 7min
Valeria Sweet on Acting, Mental Health, and Her Upcoming Film 51/50
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Valeria Sweet, actress and filmmaker, about her lead role in 51/50, a psychological feature film in production. Recorded at Cinequest in San Jose, the conversation explores Valeria’s approach to portraying mental illness with authenticity, her collaborative work on the script, and the personal mission behind her storytelling.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
Apply to be a guest on our podcast:
https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/
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Jul 7, 2025 • 15min
Sean McCarthy on Directing with Grit, Humor, and Creative Curiosity
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Sean McCarthy, award-winning filmmaker and founder of Gorilla Wanderers, about his lifelong journey in storytelling. From filming 80 shorts in high school to launching the comedy series Doucheaholics, Sean shares insights on building a creative career through curiosity, discipline, and authentic collaboration.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
Apply to be a guest on our podcast:
https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/
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https://missionmatters.com/
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Jul 7, 2025 • 6min
Phillip Andre Botello on Finding Heart in Becoming Vera
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Phillip Andre Botello, actor in Becoming Vera, a heartfelt underdog story centered on a gifted foster youth. Speaking from Cinequest Film Festival, Botello shares how the script moved him, his character’s mentor role, and his ongoing love for festivals that uplift emerging artists and authentic stories.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
Apply to be a guest on our podcast:
https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/
Visit our website:
https://missionmatters.com/
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Jul 6, 2025 • 13min
Meghan McCormick on Building Africa’s Fintech Backbone for Small Business Growth
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Meghan McCormick, Co-Founder & CEO of Oze, on how her fintech platform is empowering Africa’s small businesses with smart tools and access to fair capital. From founding West Africa’s first business accelerator to leading Oze’s expansion across the continent, Meghan’s mission is to turn subsistence entrepreneurship into scalable economic growth.
This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Mission Matters. Big thanks to the Milken Institute for inviting us to cover the conference.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
Apply to be a guest on our podcast:
https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/
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Jul 6, 2025 • 12min
Fighting for Freedom: Oleksandra Matviichuk on Human Rights and Justice in Ukraine
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres speaks with Oleksandra Matviichuk, Chairwoman of the Center for Civil Liberties, about her powerful mission documenting war crimes and defending human dignity amid Russia’s war on Ukraine. From founding the organization to challenging authoritarianism globally, Oleksandra calls for a renewed commitment to human rights and sustainable peace.
This interview is part of the Milken Global Conference coverage by Mission Matters. Big thanks to the Milken Institute for inviting us to cover the conference.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
Apply to be a guest on our podcast:
https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/
Visit our website:
https://missionmatters.com/More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Jul 5, 2025 • 15min
Boris Eykher on Using AI and Strategy to Secure Critical Mineral Supply Chains
In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Boris Eykher, CEO & Founder of Open Mineral, about how his company is modernizing commodity trading through technology, risk management, and logistics. The conversation highlights how AI and pragmatic strategy can improve access to critical minerals while supporting producers in emerging markets.
Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule.
Apply to be a guest on our podcast:
https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/
Visit our website:
https://missionmatters.com/
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