Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Rachel Matos, founder and CEO of Refined Media Group. Rachel shares how she went from working on early influencer campaigns in 2011 to building an agency that connects brands with creators and manages end-to-end digital marketing strategies. She explains how brands vet creators, the challenges of working with tight budgets in multicultural campaigns, and why authenticity often outperforms polish. Rachel breaks down how the TikTok algorithm rewards consistency, how creator funds and sponsorships work, and why legal disclosures matter in brand partnerships. Tune in to hear Rachel’s take on talent management, spotting up-and-coming creators, and how to build a long-term business as a content creator.

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Dylan Garcia, an independent musician and songwriter. Dylan shares how his genre-blending music draws inspiration from soul, reggae, funk, and R&B, and walks through how his writing process has evolved to become more intuitive and improvisational over time. He discusses how music became both an outlet and a form of therapy during his nine-year struggle with mental health challenges, including a pivotal hospitalization and misdiagnosis. Dylan explains how navigating the mental health system, becoming a father, and recommitting to his craft helped shape both his music and perspective.Tune in to hear Dylan's reflections on sobriety, creative discipline, the international response to his music, and how staying open to new influences has led him to remix past work and explore future releases. 

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Marnie Wills, an AI Strategist and entrepreneur. Marnie shares her journey from teaching PE and launching fitness businesses to becoming a leading voice in the AI space. She explains how early tools like Jasper sparked her curiosity, and how using ChatGPT and other LLMs are now her go-to's. From founding a franchised early education brand to helping businesses build their own AI models, Marnie discusses how AI is reshaping the future of work, creativity, and connection. Tune in to hear why she believes we’re on the verge of a two-day workweek, how AI agents could soon be our virtual co-pilots, and why making AI “fun and practical” is one of her biggest goals.

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Dan DeFilippo, an author, Emmy-winning producer, and multi-hyphenate creative. Dan shares the story of how his long-lost novel Montauk Dayz resurfaced after two decades, and how growth, time, and reflection helped him rewrite it 20 years later. He discusses his exciting career path, from early days in journalism to becoming a production assistant in Hollywood, and eventually founding his full-service production company, Pipeline Entertainment. With a lifelong love for both creativity and business, Dan describes how an entrepreneurial mindset shaped his approach from the very beginning. Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories about working with notable names like Nicolas Cage and Francis Ford Coppola, what it really feels like to be a three-time Emmy winner, and where to find his new book, Montauk Dayz.

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Adam LaSalle, an actor, musician, and reinvention coach. Adam discusses how he fell in love with theater and the arts, but felt like he needed to have a real job. After becoming a teacher, he explains how he still had the performance itch but struggled to reconcile it with everything he had learned over the years. While pursuing his master's degree, he began researching the concept of teaching passion, a process that ultimately helped him reflect on his own creative path. Through a stroke of luck and timing, he shares how he got his big break as a professional actor and musician, simply by asking questions and meeting the right people. Tune in to hear how Adam uses his journey to help others explore reinvention, challenge the belief that art isn’t a “real job,” and find their place in the creative world on stage, on screen, or wherever it leads.

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Elizabeth Solaru, a luxury business consultant and author of The Luxpreneur. Elizabeth shares how social, cultural, and emotional factors shape our perceptions of luxury and how brands can authentically connect with luxury clients. She dives into her journey from award-winning cake artist to international luxury strategist, offers insights from her book The Luxpreneur, and explains why mindset is the most critical starting point for building a successful luxury brand. Tune in to hear Elizabeth’s take on the evolving role of social media, the rise and fall of luxury trends, and the importance of understanding your customers' psychology, not just their spending power.

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker speaks with Melissa Power, a leading indoor cycling instructor and trainer of trainers who is reshaping how spin is taught. After a serious traffic accident, Melissa discovered indoor cycling during her recovery and left a career in television to pursue fitness full time. Her journey turned into a mission to raise the standard of spin instruction through inclusive, safe, and science-backed coaching. Tune in to hear how her studio Cadence was built to welcome all levels of riders, why empathy is key in every class, and how she plans to expand her method through new studios and an upcoming YouTube channel.

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Peter Moore, a former magazine editor, illustrator, ghostwriter, and cartoon columnist. Peter shares how the pandemic pushed him to finally start his memoir and during the process, decided to blend the writing with humorous sketches. He discusses his creative transformation into what he calls a “Columntoonist,” the surreal experience of interviewing both Barack and Michelle Obama, and how Substack helped him build a new audience. Tune in to hear Peter’s reflections on ghostwriting bestsellers, the joy of cartooning about Coloradans and what it means to reinvent your creative identity later in life on your own terms and with a good sense of humor.

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host Mike Hoffman chats with Dr. Tenia Davis, an experienced HR leader, author, and advocate for servant leadership. Dr. Davis reflects on how a temporary assignment in tech unexpectedly led her to a career in human resources and shares how the pandemic reshaped her approach to work, parenting, and leadership. She discusses how generational differences and remote work are redefining company culture, why feedback is so often avoided, and what it means to truly inspire a team. Tune in to hear Dr. Davis’s perspective on building trust in a changing workforce and how intentional leadership can shape stronger organizations.

Today on Adeptus On-Air, host James Walker chats with Jodi Krangle, a seasoned voice actor and audio branding expert whose voice has been heard in campaigns for Dell, Kraft, FedEx, and more. Jodi shares her unique journey into the world of voiceovers, from recording on reel-to-reel tapes at a nonprofit in Canada to launching a thriving business built around the power of sound. Jodi shares her thoughts on what it means to create an “audio brand,” how sound design can build trust and recognition, and why authenticity is more important than ever in voiceover work. Jodi reflects on the evolution of voice trends, how societal shifts influence brand tone, and why AI, while productive, can’t replace the human connection in storytelling. Tune in to hear Jodi’s insights on navigating a creative career with business savvy, how music shaped her vocal style, and what it takes to stand out in a crowded, fast-changing industry.