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
122 episodes
How Shark Tank Shapes Intellectual Property 🚀
In this interview, Chef James Barry talks about how Shark Tank impacts intellectual property decisions and the challenges of protecting patents and trade secrets in the food industry. He shares insights into his journey creating Pluck, a ground...
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From Tailgates to the Big Stage: QB54's Inspiring Story!
n this interview, Mike Silva, founder of QB54, discusses the decision that transformed his business. He talks about how patents protected his innovative tailgating game and paved the way for growth, including navigating challenges like massive ...
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How Dad Strength Beer Redefines Craft Brewing 🍺
In this interview, Ryan Kutscher, co-founder of Dad Strength Brewing, talks about how their low-alcohol, full-flavor craft beer is redefining the brewing industry. Designed for dads who want to enjoy a great beer without the next-day hangover, ...
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From Idea to Patent: The Story Behind Spleash 🚀
In this interview, inventor Kerry Cooke shares the inspiring story behind Spleash, an innovative dog leash accessory designed to keep your pup hydrated and safe on walks. Carrie discusses the challenges of creating a first-of-its-kind product, ...
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How This Patented Light Transformed Makeup Routines Forever
In this interview, Rachel Vignair, CEO and founder of Leopara, discusses her revolutionary patented portable light that has transformed makeup routines forever. Tired of bad lighting in hotels and Airbnbs, Rachel invented a cordless, rechargeab...
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Why Intellectual Property Can Make or Break Entrepreneurs
In this interview, Nick Norman, founder of Polar Protector, discusses why intellectual property can make or break entrepreneurs. He talks about turning an accidental invention into a multimillion-dollar business, the challenges of scaling up, a...
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From NASA Engineer to Super Soaker Legend: The Inventive Journey of Lonnie Johnson
In this interview, Lonnie Johnson, the inventor behind the iconic Super Soaker, discusses his journey from childhood curiosity to becoming a multimillion-dollar inventor. He talks about his early love for engineering, the challenges of creating...
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Secrets to Protecting Your Million-Dollar Idea
In this interview, guest Sarah Schlafly discusses the secrets to protecting your million-dollar idea and her entrepreneurial journey with Mighty Crickets. She talks about launching a groundbreaking product, the importance of testing ideas with ...
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How Painless Picasso Disrupts Big Pharma 💊
In this interview, Jamie Salcedo, founder of Painless Picasso, discusses how his natural pain relief products are disrupting Big Pharma. Jamie talks about his innovative cream, spray, and patches designed to provide a natural, comfortable alter...
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This Sandless Sandbag Could Save You Thousands 💧
In this interview, Maurice Hoffman, inventor of the innovative sandless sandbag Storm Bags, discusses secrets to protecting your invention without a patent. Maurice talks about navigating intellectual property challenges, including deciding aga...
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How Nostalgia Sells: Mixxtape’s Inspiring Journey
In this interview, Paul Burns, the founder of Mixxtape, discusses how nostalgia and innovation shaped his groundbreaking invention. With a design that blends the charm of a classic cassette with modern tech like Bluetooth and a touchscreen, Mix...
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From Recipes to Riches: Spice King’s Inspiring Journey
In this interview, Keith Lorren, aka "The Spice King," shares the IP tricks that saved his business from collapse. He talks about leveraging intellectual property, overcoming manufacturing challenges, and securing product deals with major retai...
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What I Learned Launching a Baby Product
In this interview, Kaitlyn Trabucco, founder of Looky Lou, shares the story behind her viral baby product—a rattle that clips to your phone to help parents capture those perfect baby smiles effortlessly. Kaitlyn talks about her journey from ide...
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From Garage Idea to Patent: HydraLamp's Entrepreneurial Story
In this interview, Daniel Victor, CEO of SYPS, talks about taking his garage invention from idea to patent and building a business around it. He discusses how the HydraLamp—a water-dispensing lamp—was inspired by a personal need and evolved int...
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Grillbot: Reinventing BBQ Cleaning - Ethan Woods
In this interview, Ethan Woods, the inventor of Grillbot, discusses why his automatic grilling robot is an IP success story. Ethan shares how he overcame challenges in patenting, investing, and entrepreneurship to establish a multimillion-dolla...
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Vac Daddy: Why Patents Won't Guarantee Success 🚀
In this interview, we explore the challenges of innovation and why patents alone won't guarantee success with entrepreneur Matthew Daguanno. Matthew, the inventor of the Vac Daddy—a revolutionary pool vacuum system—talks about the highs and low...
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58:26
Inventing on the Go: How Jenny De Leon Created a Patented Travel Container for Women Travelers
Today’s guest is Jenny De Leon, founder of Repeatable Travel Systems and inventor of a patented carry-on travel container that solves real problems for women on the go. Tired of bulky bottles and wasted skincare products, Jenny created a TSA-co...
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47:44
You Can Achieve Your Dreams with My Proven Business Strategies
I just hit the ground running. That's how I started my journey to create Thompson Tee, a sweat-proof undershirt that has changed the lives of many. My story is one of determination, resilience, and the relentless pursuit of a solution to a prob...
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57:43
How Licensing Changed My Life as an Inventor
In this interview, Tara Thelen shares how licensing transformed her life as an inventor. She discusses her journey creating the Handy Gourmet Easy Scoop, a revolutionary kitchen tool that combines a drain strainer and scooping device to make di...
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52:46
How Pepper Pong Reinvented Ping Pong Forever
In this interview, entrepreneur Tom Filipini discusses the journey behind inventing Pepper Pong, a game designed to connect people of all ages. He shares insights into intellectual property strategies, including patents and trademarks, and how ...
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51:57
From Patent to Play: The Rise of Reaction Technologies
In this interview, Brandon Martin, CEO of Reaction Technologies, talks about turning a tragic story into a groundbreaking invention. From patent approval to real-world application, he discusses the rise of Reaction Technologies and their missio...
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The Power of IP & Social Media in Building a Million-Dollar Product
In this interview, Angus Willows discusses the creation of his innovative Kangaroo Hanger and the role intellectual property played in protecting his invention. From filing a provisional patent on a budget to navigating manufacturing challenges...
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How Patents Protect Your Ideas on Amazon
Founder of Ruff Liners Brandon Himmel discusses how patents protect your ideas on platforms like Amazon. From his innovative dog hammock invention to navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, he talks about the critical role of intellectua...
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IP Secrets Behind a $299 Cat Frame Revolution 🐾
Frame Your Feline co-founders Brian Vermeire and Kristina Hughes discuss their revolutionary $299 cat frame and its game-changing design. From their journey in innovation to securing patents and trademarks, they share insights on intellectual p...
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From NASA to Patents: How Air Tulip Was Invented
AirTulip CEO Arjen de Jong, PhD discusses his groundbreaking IP-protected air-purifying headboard that transforms how we think about clean air. Unlike traditional air purifiers, this innovative headboard creates a pure, allergen-free bubble of ...
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