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Mission Matters Innovation with Adam Torres

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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/ 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
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Jul 5, 2025 • 12min

Jason Snyder on Building Ethical AI That Respects Human Judgment and Consent

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Jason Snyder⁠, Co-Founder of SuperTruth, who explains how AI is shifting from a productivity tool to a core decision-making infrastructure. Jason shares his vision for designing AI systems that respect authorship, consent, and human values—especially in healthcare, hiring, and marketing. A must-watch for anyone navigating the evolving tech landscape. 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
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Jul 5, 2025 • 16min

How Instacart Health Is Transforming Access to Nutrition with Tech and Purpose

In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Sarah Mastrorocco,⁠ VP & GM of Instacart Health at Instacart, to discuss how the company is merging technology with public health. From personalized AI-powered grocery experiences to nutrition stipends for expectant mothers, Sarah explains how Instacart is reimagining access to nutritious food for millions across the U.S. 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
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Jul 2, 2025 • 15min

Transforming AI Infrastructure: Simeon Bochev on Building the Future of Compute

In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Simeon Bochev⁠, CEO and Co-Founder of Compute Exchange, about the explosive growth of AI infrastructure and the urgent need for transparency in computing resources. From leading AI initiatives at Apple to founding a startup tackling inefficiencies in compute marketplaces, Simeon shares his mission to build a more open, efficient, and scalable infrastructure for the AI-driven world. 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
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Jun 28, 2025 • 11min

Menna Olvera on Helping Families Prepare to Care(give)

In this Mission Matters Milken Conference Series episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Menna Olvera⁠, Founder of Prepare to Care(give). Menna shares her powerful story of turning personal caregiving challenges into a structured wellness and education platform. From functional medicine coaching to hands-on palliative care, she’s empowering families with tools, conversations, and support—so they can show up fully for loved ones, without losing themselves in the process. 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
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Jun 27, 2025 • 29min

The Hidden Science That Keeps You Safe: Exploring Non-Destructive Testing with Edward Korkowski

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews Edward Korkowski, NDT Level III and founder of EddyCurrent.com. With decades of hands-on experience in non-destructive testing, Ed unpacks how his work protects lives and infrastructure, shares the origins of his passion, and discusses how he's training the next generation through digital content and education. 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
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Jun 27, 2025 • 26min

Dr. Martin Trevino on Human-AI Complementarity and the Future of Decision-Making

In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres welcomes back Dr. Martin Trevino, a cognitive neuroscientist and technologist, to discuss his new chapter in Mission Matters: Mission-Based Leaders Share Inspiring Stories on Leadership and Success (Business Leaders Vol 11, Edition 7). They unpack how businesses can rethink digital transformation by embracing AI not just as a tool—but as a cognitive partner in decision-making, collaboration, and innovation. 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
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Jun 27, 2025 • 13min

Raising Awareness and Advancing Research: Andrew Rosen on Fighting Ataxia Through Community and Science

In this Mission Matters episode, Adam Torres interviews Andrew Rosen, CEO of the National Ataxia Foundation, as part of the Milken Global Conference Series. Rosen shares the challenges of diagnosing and treating ataxia a rare, inherited neurodegenerative disorder and how his foundation is funding critical research, supporting patients and families, and pushing for greater awareness and federal support. 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
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Jun 25, 2025 • 11min

Parent-Led Science: Ana Rita Moreira’s Fight for Rare Disease Research

In this Mission Matters Milken Conference Series episode, Adam Torres interviews Ana Rita Moreira, Executive Director of v-ATPase Alliance. Ana Rita shares how a rare diagnosis for her son led her to found a nonprofit that collects critical data to drive research for ultra-rare genetic conditions. Through grassroots collaboration and strategic advocacy, her organization is filling the scientific gap where few others will. 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
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Jun 23, 2025 • 13min

Reimagining Risk: Francis Bouchard on Climate, Insurance, and Building Resilient Communities

In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres speaks with Francis Bouchard, Managing Director of Climate at Marsh McLennan, live from the Milken Global Conference 2025. Francis shares how the insurance industry can go beyond claims to drive real impact in disaster preparedness and climate adaptation. From data-driven wildfire recovery efforts in Los Angeles to the need for radical collaboration, Francis outlines how insurance professionals can become unexpected leaders in climate resilience. Big thank you to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Milken Institute⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! 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

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