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EPISODE · Oct 23, 2025 · 1H

Miss Liz Serve A Surprise Guest Emilio Hughes Martinez Dyslexia to Director Chair

from Teatime with Miss Liz · host Elizabeth Jean Olivia Gagnon

TEATIME WITH MISS LIZ — October 23 | 7 PM ESTSurprise Guest Emilio Hughes Martinez TITLE:Behind the Lens: Storytelling with Purpose and Passion TOPIC:Exploring how storytelling through film transforms pain into purpose — and how creativity can turn personal challenges, like dyslexia, into artistic strength and human connection. TAGLINE:“Every frame tells a truth. Every story told with heart becomes a legacy of change.” – Miss Liz DESCRIPTION:Teatime with Miss Liz, we step behind the lens with E. Hughes Martinez — a writer, director, and producer whose story proves that resilience can rewrite the script.Born and raised in Santa Cruz, California, Hugh faced dyslexia as a child — but instead of letting it silence him, he turned it into his greatest strength. Through film, he found his voice — and has since worked on major productions including Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard, Blackbird, and The Bricklayer, as well as award-winning shorts The Method and The 4th Branch. Join Miss Liz and Hugh for a cinematic Teatime that uncovers the purpose behind the passion, the courage it takes to lead with vision, and the power of every story told with truth to heal, inspire, and connect humanity. INTRODUCTIONGood evening and welcome, everyone, to another heartfelt Teatime with Miss Liz — where we serve stories of transformation, healing, and purpose one cup at a time. Tonight, I invite you to sit back and pour into a conversation that moves beyond the screen — a story of seeing life differently, frame by frame.My special guest, E. Hughes Martinez, has turned what many call a challenge into his creative superpower. From his roots in Santa Cruz to producing and directing films that touch hearts across the globe, he embodies what it means to live with resilience and vision. So grab your favourite cup, breathe in the aroma of possibility, and join me as we step behind the lens with Hugh — where art meets soul, and purpose meets passion. Welcome to Teatime, Hugh — it’s an honour to share this space of truth and storytelling with you. CLOSING SUMMARYIt will be a beautiful journey shared in the evening. Grateful for him taking the time, E. Hughes Martinez, to show us that creativity isn’t about perfection — it’s about courage, persistence, and purpose. Your story reminds us that even when the world doesn’t read our words the same way, we can still write our legacy in light. To all who tuned in — remember that the obstacles you face might be the tools that shape your greatest masterpiece. Keep believing, keep creating, and keep pouring your own cups of change — one story, one truth, one act of purpose at a time. Every story matters. Every cup poured plants a seed of change. 50-Word Mini Bio:E. Hughes Martinez is an award-winning writer, director, and producer from Santa Cruz, CA. Overcoming dyslexia, he discovered storytelling as his superpower, creating films like The 4th Branch and contributing to productions including Hitman’s Wife’s Bodyguard. 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