Voices Worth Hearing

[DENIED BY ADMIN] Anthony Watson

Christian, Former Olympian, American Patriot

October 6

[DENIED BY ADMIN] Anthony Watson is a 2018 Winter Olympian who made history as Jamaica’s first-ever skeleton athlete. After losing his Olympic sponsorships because of his outspoken conservative beliefs, Anthony’s path shifted from competing on the world stage to investing in the next generation of leaders across America. Anthony’s mission is simple: encourage young people to boldly live out their faith, love their country, and never be afraid to stand for what is true even when they stand alone. Whether it’s speaking at schools or national events, Anthony’s greatest passion is investing in students and their future. He believes today’s students are tomorrow’s leaders, and that equipping them with faith, conviction, and courage will shape the future of America for generations to come.

Jerry McBrearty

B-2 & Air Combat Systems Vice President & Program Manager, Northrop Grumman

November 3

Jerry McBrearty is the vice president and program manager of Northrop Grumman’s B-2 and Air Combat Systems. He oversees all areas of the B-2 program, which include the development, sustainment, and modernization of the B-2 aircraft. He also oversees the F/A-18, F-5, T-38 and A-10 programs. Before joining the B-2 program, he served as the enterprise software director for Northrop Grumman’s Ground Based Strategic Deterrent EMD program, also called the Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Program. Additionally, he served as West Coast Systems Engineering department manager for Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems ground segment space programs as well as the manager for the Southern California Software and Digital Technologies department, among other design and leadership positions in various programs. McBrearty earned a Master of Business Administration from the Anderson School of Management at the University of California, Los Angeles; a master's degree in systems engineering from the University of Southern California; and a bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering from the University of California, San Diego. He is also a graduate of the Dale Carnegie program.

Lt. Ryan Peterson, Ret.

Ret. Lieutenant & Former SWAT Commander, Torrance PD

November 19

Ryan Peterson spent over two decades with the Torrance Police Department, joining in 2002 and rising through the ranks to Lieutenant. He served 23 years on SWAT, ultimately commanding the team, and led officers through high-risk, complex operations built on preparation, accountability, disciplined execution, and calm decision-making under pressure. Along the way he also served as a Field Training Officer, Gang Enforcement detective, and Rapid Deployment/Firearms Instructor, and he earned a South Bay Medal of Valor for his service. He holds a Bachelor's in Business Economics from the University of San Diego and a Master's in Leadership from USC, and is a graduate of the Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute. Since retiring from law enforcement, Peterson has stepped into a security leadership role with the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers — carrying the same standard of preparation and disciplined leadership from the SWAT room to the arena.

Dr. Christopher Kaczor

Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University

December

Christopher Kaczor is President of the American Catholic Philosophical Association, Professor of Philosophy at Loyola Marymount University, and, in Spring 2027, visiting faculty affiliate at Harvard University. He holds a PhD from the University of Notre Dame, where he was affiliated with the Maritain Center and studied with Ralph McInerny and Alasdair MacIntyre. He was appointed a corresponding member of the Pontifical Academy for Life, a fellow of the Word on Fire Institute, a consultor to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, and a William E. Simon Visiting Fellow in the James Madison Program at Princeton University. He has written more than 100 scholarly articles and book chapters and has authored over 15 books. His views have been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Wall Street Journal, The Los Angeles Times, Huffington Post, National Review, NPR, BBC, EWTN, ABC, NBC, FOX, CBS, MSNBC, TEDx, and The Today Show.

David Hadley

Former 66th District Assemblyman

December

David Hadley is a South Bay businessman, investment banker, and former state legislator. In 2014, he pulled off one of the biggest upsets in California politics, defeating the Democratic incumbent by just 706 votes to win the 66th Assembly District — which covers Torrance, Gardena, Lomita, the Palos Verdes Peninsula, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, and Redondo Beach. He served in the California State Assembly from 2014 to 2016, sitting on the Banking and Finance, Arts, and Aging and Long-Term Care committees. Before entering politics, Hadley built a 20-year career in investment banking, spending over a decade as a managing director at BT Alex. Brown (later acquired by Deutsche Bank) in New York, Atlanta, and Los Angeles, where he advised major media, communications, food & beverage, and industrial companies. In 1999 he founded Hadley Partners, Inc. A Fullerton, California native, Hadley holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics and History from Dartmouth College and a Master's in Economic History from the London School of Economics.

Christian Alan

Students for Life of America

January

Christian Alan grew up in Los Angeles, California and graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles after studying Communications. Christian is a Hollywood producer turned activist. Born and raised in the left-leaning state of California, Christian has always had an affinity for social justice issues. Not only growing up in California but also being surrounded by teen parenthood all his life, Christian matured to realize that “choice” does not really exist for women with unplanned pregnancies. Not with how little social awareness there is of supply and medical resources that are no-cost to pregnant women or new mothers. As the Regional Coordinator of California and Nevada, Christian wants to build a culture of life by building greater demand for pregnancy and parenting resource centers, educating young adults on the dignity of the human person, and uplifting the stories of those we chose life against all odds. Christian currently resides in Los Angeles, California and serves the Pro-Life Generation as Students for Life’s Western Regional Manager. This work includes empowering the Pro-Life Generation across local campuses.

Nick Stalonites

CEO, Never Surrendered USA

February

Nick, a Northern California native, graduated from Jesuit High School College Preparatory in Sacramento, CA, where he was a two-sport varsity athlete and founded the school’s first student entrepreneurship club. He went on to attend Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA, earning a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration. During his four years at Liberty, Nick was actively involved in various political, entrepreneurial, and fitness pursuits. He competed on the LU Triathlon Team, served on the executive board of LU’s Young Americans for Freedom (YAF) chapter, actively attended TPUSA national events, worked on Glen Youngkin's successful gubernatorial campaign, completed a summer of door-to-door sales, and gained experience at a SaaS startup for nonprofits. Nick also founded X Creators Group (XCG), a community for young Christian entrepreneurs, artists, and innovators, and launched the LU MURPH Challenge, a veteran charity event, during his senior year. Nick is passionate about ultra-endurance running, extreme sports, surfing, and media production.

Alejandro Soto

CEO, Açai Por Favor

March

Alejandro Soto is a Mexican immigrant, entrepreneur, and creative based in Los Angeles whose story is rooted in resilience, faith, and purpose. Guided by an unshakable belief that every challenge is an opportunity for growth, Alejandro built his path from humble beginnings into a life defined by conviction and creativity. As the founder of Açaí, Por Favor, he transformed adversity into action, creating not just a brand but a testament to what faith and determination can build. Today, his work extends beyond business, exploring how culture, media, and meaning can come together to inspire others to live boldly, act with integrity, and trust that faith can turn even the hardest beginnings into something extraordinary.

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