Episodes

  • Showing Up Is the First Step to Creating Great Content

    Showing Up Is the First Step to Creating Great Content
    Jun 23 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Scarleth Zelaya, Content Creator and Paralegal. Scarleth discusses using social media to support charitable causes, educate audiences on legal topics, and build authentic connections through content creation, networking, and community engagement. 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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    10 mins
  • When One Story Becomes a Series: Inside the Creative Process

    When One Story Becomes a Series: Inside the Creative Process
    Jun 11 2026
    In this special Onward and Upward segment episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews ML Bruin, Author of The Noah Series of Books. ML shares insights into his creative process, discusses the evolution of The Noah Series, and reflects on the lessons learned from writing, publishing, and connecting with young readers through positive 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/ 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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    27 mins
  • From Military Service to Center Stage: How Dick Salas Built a Career Making People Laugh

    From Military Service to Center Stage: How Dick Salas Built a Career Making People Laugh
    Jun 5 2026
    In this Mission Matters episode, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Dick Salas⁠, Comedian, Host, Actor, Producer, and founder of Court of Comics (CoC). Dick shares how a post-military search for a hobby led him to a successful career in comedy, discusses his work in television, voice acting, and animation projects, and explains his mission to entertain, inspire, and bring people together through laughter. 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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    12 mins
  • Why Authenticity Wins in the Age of Social Media

    Why Authenticity Wins in the Age of Social Media
    Jun 5 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Yanina Makoviy⁠, Content Creator and Influencer, as part of the National Social Media Awards series. Yanina discusses building a massive audience through dating comedy content, the importance of authenticity online, and her mission to empower women through humor, confidence, and relatable 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/⁠ 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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    12 mins
  • The Stories We Can't Afford to Forget

    The Stories We Can't Afford to Forget
    Jun 5 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Nate Boyer⁠, Co-Founder of Merging Vets & Players and 8Primal. As part of the National Social Media Awards series, Nate shares the story behind his D-Day 80th Anniversary documentary, discusses his journey from Green Beret and NFL player to filmmaker, and explains why preserving the stories of World War II veterans is one of the most important projects of his career. 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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    15 mins
  • How Diana Rinatovna Turned Her Personal Journey Into a Global Community of Travel, Wellness, and Connection

    How Diana Rinatovna Turned Her Personal Journey Into a Global Community of Travel, Wellness, and Connection
    Jun 5 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Diana Rinatovna⁠, Luxury Travel & Lifestyle Influencer and Founder of Go Fit Journey, about her journey from fitness professional to lifestyle creator and community builder. 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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    9 mins
  • 126 Countries Later, Brie Burgett Still Believes the Best Adventure Is Ahead

    126 Countries Later, Brie Burgett Still Believes the Best Adventure Is Ahead
    Jun 4 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ interviews ⁠Brie Burgett⁠, Founder and Travel Creator of The Brie Adventure. As part of the National Social Media Awards series, Brie shares how a Marine Corps assignment in Okinawa sparked a passion for travel that has taken her to 126 countries. She discusses solo travel, climbing the Seven Summits, content creation, and her mission to inspire others to pursue adventure without waiting for the perfect moment. 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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    12 mins
  • How Earl Granville Turned Tragedy Into a Message of Hope

    How Earl Granville Turned Tragedy Into a Message of Hope
    Jun 2 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Earl Granville, Speaker and Creator of The Weight We Carry. Earl shares his journey as a wounded combat veteran, discusses the loss of his twin brother, and explains how purpose, community, and resilience became the foundation of his mission to help others navigate adversity and carry life’s burdens together. 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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    19 mins