In this episode of Mission Matters,⁠ Adam Torres⁠ welcomes ⁠Michele Weldon⁠, an editor, director, author, journalist, and part of the Take the Lead initiative. The discussion covers Weldon's extensive background in media, her ongoing commitment to gender equity, and her role in promoting the upcoming Power Up Conference in Washington, D.C. on August 25th and 26th. Weldon shares insights on discernment in media, her early passion for journalism, and the importance of truthful storytelling. She also discusses the impact of misinformation and how individuals can develop skills to differentiate fact from fiction.

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In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews AJ Catoline, Emmy-winning editor for AppleTV+’s Ted Lasso, contributor to Cinemontage Magazine, and member of IATSE 700. AJ shares how he’s navigating the slowdown in Hollywood, why federal tax incentives are crucial for American storytelling, and how resilience and advocacy are shaping the future of entertainment.

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In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Alicia Ontiveros⁠, Owner of Veros Inc. and host of the Unsolicited podcast. Alicia shares how her experience with Take the Lead’s leadership program helped her leave her corporate career to pursue filmmaking—and how courage, community, and creative action continue to drive her mission.

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In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Nati Katz⁠, Show Host of TLV:NYC on Channel 10. Nati shares his journey from PR to prime-time news and the creation of Israel’s first all-business network—broadcasting from both Wall Street and Tel Aviv. The conversation dives into narrative-building, international collaboration, and the power of purpose-driven media.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Jannelle So-Perkins⁠, CEO & Executive Producer at Jannelle So Productions, Inc., about her mission to spotlight immigrant stories and create meaningful representation in media. From launching the longest-running Filipino talk show outside the Philippines to producing hundreds of interviews, Jannelle shares her passion for uplifting voices often left behind by mainstream outlets.

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In this episode of Mission Matters, host Adam Torres interviews Tanya Acker, host of The Tanya Acker Show and television judge on Tribunal Justice, during the Milken Global Conference. They discuss how society can shift away from conflict-driven discourse and toward deeper understanding—and why Tanya believes in the power of the courts as a tool for leveling the playing field. Tanya also shares insights from her book Make Your Case: Finding Your Win in Civil Court.

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