Episodes

  • How ML Bruin Uses Storytelling and Mentorship to Inspire Growth

    How ML Bruin Uses Storytelling and Mentorship to Inspire Growth
    May 26 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 updates on his upcoming children’s book, discusses his nonfiction guide A Guide for Navigating Career Success From Day One, and explains how mentorship, storytelling, and positivity continue to shape his mission of helping others grow personally and professionally. 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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    24 mins
  • How Danny Falco Turned Pain Into Purpose and Advocacy

    How Danny Falco Turned Pain Into Purpose and Advocacy
    May 26 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Danny Falco, recording artist, former reality TV star, mental health advocate, and animal rights supporter, as part of the National Social Media Awards series. Danny shares his journey through entertainment, eating disorder recovery, advocacy work, and his mission to help others overcome isolation and struggle through authenticity, healing, and connection. 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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    14 mins
  • How Sunny Sundaresan Turned Military Humor Into a Creator Platform

    How Sunny Sundaresan Turned Military Humor Into a Creator Platform
    May 24 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Sunny Sundaresan, content creator behind @sunny_actual, as part of the National Social Media Awards series. Sunny shares how his military experiences inspired his content, discusses the evolution of the creator economy, and explains how humor and storytelling opened doors into acting, fashion, and entrepreneurship. 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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    11 mins
  • How Gary Jones Built a Career in Independent Filmmaking

    How Gary Jones Built a Career in Independent Filmmaking
    May 22 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, ⁠Adam Torres⁠ and co-host ⁠Stephen David Brooks⁠ interview ⁠Gary Jones⁠, Producer & Director at Mosquito Entertainment, for the All Things Indie segment. Gary shares stories from his filmmaking journey, discusses independent film production, and talks about creating the Heartland Horror Chronicles series through collaboration, creativity, and passion for 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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    43 mins
  • How Kellie Sbrocchi Is Inspiring Others to “Do Both”

    How Kellie Sbrocchi Is Inspiring Others to “Do Both”
    May 20 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews Kellie Sbrocchi, US Navy Lieutenant Commander, podcast host, and social media personality behind the Why Not #DoBoth Podcast. Kellie shares her journey into podcasting, discusses balancing military service with creativity and entrepreneurship, and explains her mission to inspire others to pursue both purpose and passion. 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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    17 mins
  • Building an Indie Music Career in the Digital Age

    Building an Indie Music Career in the Digital Age
    May 1 2026
    In this segment of All Things Indie, Adam Torres and co-host Steven David Brooks interview Rochelle Von, Recording Artist, Producer & DJ. Rochelle shares her journey as an independent artist, discusses adapting to digital platforms, and explains how she blends creativity, entrepreneurship, and music to build a lasting 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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    34 mins
  • Inside Indie Filmmaking with Jeff Miller

    Inside Indie Filmmaking with Jeff Miller
    Apr 23 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters with our special Segment today All Things Indie, Adam Torres and co-host Stephen David Brooks interview Jeff Miller, Producer at Millman Productions. Jeff shares his journey in indie filmmaking, discusses the importance of genre and business strategy, and offers insights on building a lasting career in film. 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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    25 mins
  • Launching Onward and Upward with ML Bruin

    Launching Onward and Upward with ML Bruin
    Apr 8 2026
    In this episode of Mission Matters, Adam Torres interviews ML Bruin, author of The Noah Series of Books. ML shares his journey as a writer, his mission to inspire others through storytelling, and the vision behind the new Onward and Upward segment. 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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    34 mins