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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Dec 5, 2025 • 16min
How Sheldon Woodson is Making Movies, Not Excuses in Indie Filmmaking
In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Sheldon Woodson, Producer & Director at Woodson’s World Studios, about his mission-driven approach to independent filmmaking. A military veteran, novelist, and creator of three feature films, Sheldon shares how he uses his AHA Initiative (Artists Helping Artists) to barter time, skills, and resources to get movies made without excuses. He discusses his first experience at the American Film Market, the unexpected success of his film “The Model, The Mannequin and Me,” and why he believes Hollywood needs fresh ideas instead of endless reboots and sequels.
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Dec 4, 2025 • 13min
Why Filmmaker Blair Avery Wants to Put Soul Back Into Modern Cinema
In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Blair Avery, writer and director at BlairAvery.com, about his mission to make films that truly matter. Blair shares how a childhood experience with a Chronicles of Narnia adaptation sparked his calling to direct, why he believes modern entertainment has lost much of its emotional and spiritual substance, and how he’s approaching the American Film Market as he works to set up his first feature film, “Fast Life.” Driven by a desire to create cinematic stories that speak to the soul—not just fill screens—Blair is focused on standing out by staying true to meaningful, impactful storytelling.
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Dec 3, 2025 • 14min
From Outsider to AFM Filmmaker: How Timothy Chizmar Built SpookyNinjaKitty Media
In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Timothy Chizmar, President of SpookyNinjaKitty Media, about his journey from feeling like an outsider at the American Film Market to screening his feature film, “Naked As Created: The Pastor Jim Moore Story.” Tim shares how a real-life story of a nudist pastor inspired a bold, faith-centered film, what it took to complete production during California wildfires, and why his mission is to create unforgettable, provocative indie films while building a sustainable business that keeps the art alive.
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Dec 2, 2025 • 43min
AI, Creativity & the Future of Film: Insights from Tim Levy & Philip Alberstat
In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres sits down with Tim Levy, Founder & CEO of TWYN, and Philip Alberstat, Emmy-winning producer, entertainment lawyer, and author. Together, they explore how AI is transforming film development, talent economics, digital avatars, and the creator economy. The conversation highlights how creators can adapt, harness AI tools, and protect their long-term value in a rapidly shifting media landscape.
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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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Dec 2, 2025 • 14min
From Pharmacy to Film: How Abraam Mikhael Is Reframing Arab Stories in Hollywood
In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Abraam Mikhael, Co-Founder, Artistic Director & Filmmaker at the Hollywood Arab Film Festival. Abraam talks about his journey from pharmacy and clinical work to film school and festival leadership, and how his Arab, Christian, immigrant background shapes his storytelling. He also shares the mission behind the festival—to bring authentic, human-centered Arab and diaspora stories to Los Angeles—and gives a glimpse into his upcoming production company and debut feature film centered on redemption and spiritual truth.
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Dec 1, 2025 • 25min
How Henry Yoshida and Rocket Dollar Open Private Markets to Everyday Investors
On this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Henry Yoshida, Co-founder of Rocket Dollar, about his mission to improve financial literacy and make private market investing accessible to everyday investors. Henry shares how his family’s experience as immigrants fueled his career in financial services, why he built Rocket Dollar to help people use IRAs and 401(k)s for alternative investments, and how the landscape of public vs. private markets has shifted. He also discusses the future of self-directed retirement accounts and why he believes alternative investments are on their way to becoming mainstream.
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Dec 1, 2025 • 14min
Building a Greener AI Future: Inside CHIPX GLOBAL’s Next-Gen Semiconductor Vision
In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Chinmoy Baruah, Founder and CEO of CHIPX GLOBAL. Chinmoy explains how his company is tackling AI efficiency at the semiconductor level through advanced wafer design, compound semiconductors, and sustainable Gigafactory plans. He also shares his mission to reduce carbon footprint and energy consumption across the chip lifecycle while enabling high-performance computing at global scale.
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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Nov 30, 2025 • 11min
Angels Near Death: Hungyu Kuo on LA, Reinvention, and First-Time Filmmaking
In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Hungyu Kuo, Founder, Producer, Writer & Director of Angels Near Death. Hungyu shares the story behind his debut feature, which follows six strangers in Los Angeles as they each face a near-death experience that transforms their lives. He explains how the film reflects his own fears and hopes as a newcomer to Hollywood, how he financed and completed the project on an ultra-low budget, and what it was like to present it at the American Film Market. Throughout the conversation, Hungyu highlights his mission to create films that inspire audiences to rediscover their dreams, imagination, and sense of self.
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Nov 29, 2025 • 16min
From CNN en Español to HI Media Partners: Cynthia Hudson’s Next Chapter
In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Cynthia Hudson, Founder & President of HI Media Partners (Hudson International Media, LLC.). Cynthia shares her journey from reporter and producer at WLTV to senior leadership roles at Telemundo, Hearst, and CNN en Español, where she helped launch channels, rebrand networks, and champion documentaries. Now building her own company—and collaborating with her daughter Layla—Cynthia talks about debuting projects at AFM, securing financing for their first feature film Mating Season, and her mission to create high-impact, globally resonant stories for a new generation of audiences.
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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Nov 28, 2025 • 27min
How Transformative Finance is Reshaping Captive Programs for Manufacturers
In this episode, Adam Torres and reconnects with Mission Matters authors Bradley Kissler, Founder of VanCap and host of the upcoming Transformative Finance podcast, and Ed Hetherington, President of Hetherington Advisors, LLC. Brad and Ed explain how manufacturers can use financing strategically through virtual captive structures, why many companies don’t need to “be in” the finance business to benefit from it, and how this shift can free up capital, reduce risk, and drive equipment sales.
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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