
Everything Intellectual Property
My name is David Spears and I am an Intellectual Property attorney who manages patent portfolios for client ranges from start-up companies to multibillion dollar companies around the world. I am also a former college football player for Michigan State University. I am interviewing people who have invested in themselves and Intellectual property, and who then goes on to start a business around their intellectual Property.
Episodes
93 episodes
How a Theme Park Was Built on Perseverance & IP Protection
Jacob Robinson, co-founder of Dig World, talks about protecting your ideas and shares the journey behind creating a multimillion-dollar construction theme park. Learn how his passion, perseverance, and smart decisions led to Dig World's success...
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The Untold IP Lessons Behind Dr. B's Elixir
In this interview, Curtis Breville, creator of Dr. B's Elixir, discusses the untold intellectual property lessons behind his groundbreaking invention. He talks about how his cooling mouth spray eliminates pain from spicy foods, the challenges o...
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56:41

Protecting Your Ideas: Lessons from a Quilt Innovator
Mike O'Dell, founder of Legit Kits, discusses protecting ideas, entrepreneurship, and the power of innovation in "Protecting Your Ideas: Lessons from a Quilt Innovator." In this interview, Mike talks about his journey creating a multimillion-do...
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How Dori Young Revolutionized Eyewear Cleaning
In this interview, Dori Young discusses her journey as the inventor of Clean Peepers and how she revolutionized eyewear cleaning with her innovative hand-fitted cleaning cloth. She talks about the inspiration behind her invention, overcoming ch...
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How We Built the World's First EVA Foam Cooler
In this interview, co-founders Chad Lee and David Kittle discuss designing and building the world's first EVA foam cooler. They talk about the innovative use of ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA), the challenges they faced in manufacturing, and the r...
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From Broke to Shark Tank: The Card.io Rise
In this interview, Destin George Bell, creator of the groundbreaking app Card.io, talks about building an app that turns running and walking into an exciting team-based turf war game. He discusses the inspiration behind the idea, challenges of ...
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From Bear Coats to Business Success on Shark Tank
In this interview, Giancarlo DiMeo , founder of Wild Coat, talks about turning fun animal-themed ski coats into business success. From the invention of bear coats to Shark Tank negotiations, Carlo shares insights on entrepreneurship, product de...
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DRY IN STRIDE
In this interview, Sara Slettebo discusses how she patented her invention, Dry in Stride, and built a business from the ground up. She talks about navigating challenges like securing a patent, finding the right attorney, and scaling her product...
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How I Scaled a $150K Startup with IP and Innovation
In this interview, Jake Piekarski shares how he scaled his $150K snow removal startup, Snow Scholars, by leveraging intellectual property, innovation, and a unique business model. Jake talks about employing college students, creating flexible j...
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From Low-Income Living to Shark Tank Success 💼
Matt Hall, founder and CEO of TrueFit Customs, discusses how he risked $125K to build a $15M business. He talks about his journey from low-income housing to scaling his revolutionary custom-fit mouthguard company, which now serves NFL and NHL t...
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53:03

Patent Power: How a Teen Secured $1M in Sales
In this interview, Mickey shares how protecting intellectual property turned a school idea into a $1M business. He discusses the invention of the Ornament Anchor, created to keep Christmas ornaments safe, and how he and his brother started the ...
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How IP Saved SwiftPaws from Knockoffs 🐾
In this interview, Meghan, the founder of SwiftPaws, discusses how intellectual property, including patents, helped her tackle knockoffs and protect her invention. She talks about turning challenges into wins with a groundbreaking licensing dea...
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How Social Justice Shaped a Sneaker Empire
In this interview, Sam Hunt, cofounder of 1587 Sneakers, discusses why intellectual property matters for startups. As the first Asian American sneaker brand, 1587 Sneakers stands out with its bold mission and unique identity. Sam shares l...
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Shark Tank’s Backyard Bar Revolution!
In this interview, the founders of Tavern to Go discuss their groundbreaking invention—pre-assembled backyard bars that have taken Shark Tank by storm! 🦈🍹 Learn how they turned a $100 idea into a multimillion-dollar success, offering cost-effec...
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The Truth About IP Investment: From Pop-Up Idea to Shark Tank
Tyler Simmons, inventor of Bucket Golf, shares his journey from pop-up idea to Shark Tank success. He discusses how his backyard game for golfers and non-golfers alike grew into a multimillion-dollar business. Tyler reveals the challenges of br...
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From Lab to Shark Tank: Chalkless Grip's Journey
From Lab to Shark Tank: Join James Pidhurney, chemical engineer and co-founder of Chalkless Grip, as he reveals how a simple grip problem led to a revolutionary product. Discover how this innovative grip enhancer emerged during COVID-19 when Ja...
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How This Latina Turned $25K Into a Multi-Million Dollar Patent
How a Latina inventor transformed $25,000 into a multi-million dollar success story with her innovative crystal application tool. Norma Rapko shares her incredible journey from crafting at home to securing major retail partnerships and becoming...
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From Healthcare to Cat Care: A $288 IP Success Story
From Healthcare to Cat Care: Watch how a former healthcare executive created an innovative $288 elevated cat litter solution that's changing lives for both cats and their owners. Amy Leiker shares her inspiring journey of identifying a critical...
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Why This Inhaler Case Could Change 40M Lives: IP Success Story
Why could a simple inhaler case change 40 million lives? Inventor Daryl Carter shares his journey creating an innovative inhaler case that's revolutionizing how people manage their asthma medication. From NFL player to successful inventor, Cart...
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46:41

Patent Attorney SHOCKED: Her First Invention Got Approved!
From soccer injury to life-changing invention - discover how Renee Moten turned her 20-year battle with knee pain into an innovative patented solution. After a devastating soccer injury led to decades of discomfort, Renee developed a revolution...
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From Sketch to Patent: Julieta's Invention Journey
From Sketch to Patent: Julieta Hughes shares her inspiring journey inventing the face mapper, a tool revolutionizing portrait drawing. In this interview, Julieta discusses her creative process, patent experience, and the challenges of bringing ...
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$83M IP Strategy: Hilton Hart’s Secret Weapon
In this interview, Hilton Hart, founder of Edison IP, discusses his innovative $83M IP strategy to combat counterfeiters, turning intellectual property into a secret weapon for brands. As part of the Everything Intellectual Property series, Hil...
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Unlocking the Secrets of Patent Success with Lesia Farmer
In this interview "Everything Intellectual Property," Lesia Farmer, founder of Modern Chaos Designs, discusses her journey to patent success with the innovative trapdoor colander. Lesia talks about turning a simple idea into a multimillion-doll...
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Keen 2 Bracelet: The Future of Behavior Change?
In this interview, David discusses the fascinating journey of Sameer Kumar, CEO of HabitAware, and how his invention, the Keen bracelet, has revolutionized the way individuals manage unwanted behaviors. This innovative wearable device, born fro...
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