The Hatch Podcast
At the intersection of innovation, creativity, and community — The Hatch Podcast shares stories from founders, scientists, and artists shaping the future of Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Produced at Hatch Fairhope, it’s where bold ideas take flight.
The Founders Series dives into the journeys of startup founders building the future of business, technology, and innovation across the Gulf South.
The Music Accelerator combines professional music industry guidance with spiritual mentorship, creating a unique environment where artists can grow both creatively and personally. Hosted by music industry veteran Chris Estes, this series features conversations with artists and insiders who’ve spent years shaping the sounds and stories of modern music.
The Bioscience Innovation Series explores breakthroughs in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental science — with founders and researchers driving life-changing discoveries in labs across the region.
Around the Table features conversations with Alabama’s most forward-thinking companies and creators, from startups re-imagining industry to leaders building stronger communities.
And throughout the year, The Hatch Podcast Network introduces new limited series spotlighting the people and ideas transforming the Gulf Coast economy — one story at a time.
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The Hatch Podcast
Latest Episodes
What It Really Takes to Build a Biotech Startup: Lessons from Seven Founders | Building Biotech
What does it really take to turn a biotech innovation into a company?In this special episode of the Hatch Podcast, producer Tim Scott revisits conversations with founders who completed the Hatch Biotech Accelerator and brings toge...
From Auburn to Hatch: How Two Interns Found Opportunity Close to Home | Around the Table
Before heading back to Auburn University, Hatch interns Cooper Middleton and Mackenzie Casallo join Tim Scott to reflect on a summer spent working alongside entrepreneurs, startup founders, and community leaders across South Alabama.From...
Never Give Up on a Great Song: Ben Kimsal on Finishing "The Way She Did" | Music Accelerator
Some songs aren't finished when they're written. They're finished when the timing is right.In this episode of the Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator, Chris Estes sits down with Music Accelerator alumnus Ben Kimsal to share th...
A Year in Hawaii Inspired “Alabama Road”: How a 24-Year-Old Song Finally Found Its Moment | Music Accelerator
A year in Hawaii inspired a song that wouldn’t be released for another 24 years.Josh Lindsey joins Chris Estes to share the story behind “Alabama Road,” a song born after returning home to Alabama following a year living in Hawaii...
Turning Personal Pain Into Innovation: Hannah Keel & Brayden Gibson on Southern Rooted | Building Biotech
What happens when a personal health challenge sparks a biotech startup?In this episode of Building Biotech in Lower Alabama, Stephanie Glines sits down with Hannah Keel and Brayden Gibson, co-founders of South...
