Ep. 110: Katherine Torres-Pummill - Authentic Voices in Military Media and Approach to Storytelling

Send us Fan MailMartin Foster hosts a candid conversation with Katherine Torres-Pummill, the dynamic General Manager of Recurrent’s Military Vertical. Katherine shares her journey from growing up in New York City as a first-generation American to leading some of the most influential military-focused media brands—including Task and Purpose, The War Zone, and We Are the Mighty.-Quick Episode Summary:Katherine Torres-Pummill shares leadership lessons, military community insights, and inspiration.-SEO Description:Passing The Torch podcast: Katherine Torres-Pummill shares leadership lessons, military family insights, and her journey in media and public service.-🌟 Torch Takeaways and Key highlights:Katherine’s career path and leadership insightsRaising a thriving teenager and military family lifeNavigating professional setbacks and comebacksBuilding authentic media brands in the military spaceAdvice for anyone wanting to be seen with fresh eyesFun questions about favorite TV shows, travel, and celebrity crushesReflections on September 11th and the meaning of purposeful workGiving and receiving mentorship, and the importance of community-Kathy's Torchbearer Challenge:How has your definition of leadership changed since starting your journey? -Chapters:01:25 Why life is great right now06:29 Leadership: Team and Community10:06 Empowering Military Spouse Community11:10 Make People Care18:25 9/11 Story: Purpose Amid Chaos34:22 Emulating Her Authentic Style37:38 Magnetic and Unaware PresenceSupport the showConnect with Passing The Torch: Facebook and IG: @torchmartinMore Amazing Stories:Episode 41: Lee Ellis – Freeing You From Bond That Make You InsecureEpisode 81: Kurt Warner – Perseverance, Humility, and Lighting the Way Episode 90: Michelle 'MACE' Curran – How to Turn Fear into Fuel------------© 2026 TORCH LEAP®, LLC. All rights reserved.