Best J.D. Houvener Podcasts (2025)

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Twist Resist: Rehab Meets Real Strength Training 51:23

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14d ago51:23

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In this powerful episode of the Bold Inventor Show, host J.D. Houvener and trademark co-host Matt Kulseth welcome Aaron Walker, the tenacious inventor and founder of Twist Resist—a revolutionary strength training device developed specifically for physical therapy and rehabilitation. Aaron’s journey is anything but ordinary. From repeated dirt bike …

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Innovation DNA: The Six “I” Advantage 44:27

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This week on the Bold Inventor Show, host J.D. Houvener dives into the human side of innovation with Natalie Turner, founder of The Six ‘I’s® of Innovation and author of Yes, You Can Innovate. Natalie joins live from the UK to unpack her game-changing framework that helps individuals and teams unlock their unique contributions to innovation—and cre…

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Design, Prototype, Protect: Startup Launch Blueprint 57:58

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This week on the Bold Inventor Show, co-hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth welcome engineering innovator Justin Knowles, founder of boutique product design firm Facture Design. From his early days in mechanical engineering to co-founding a startup acquired by Leatherman, Justin brings a rare blend of hands-on design experience, startup savvy, and…

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Inventing Comfort, Validating Impact, Expanding Globally Fast 1:01:12

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This week’s episode of the Bold Inventor Show delivers an unmissable double feature spotlighting the intersection of IP strategy, product innovation, and medical validation. Join your hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth as they welcome two dynamic innovators reshaping comfort and care across continents: Facel Casta-Baez, the inventive mind behind …

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Lipstick Melts No More! Patents, Passion & Kool Lips 42:35

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Ever left your favorite lipstick in the car on a hot day? 💄🔥 Say goodbye to cosmetic meltdowns and hello to Kool Lips—a sleek, cooling lipstick case designed by today’s bold guest, Kristin Larson! On this energetic episode of the Bold Inventor Show, patent attorney JD Houvener and trademark attorney Matt Kulseth dive into a story that’s as heartwar…

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Restaurant Tech Reinvented + The Perfect Grip: 2 Inventors Breaking the Mold 55:52

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What happens when a restaurant mastermind and a rockstar inventor walk into a patent attorney’s studio? You get an electrifying episode of the Bold Inventor Show that’s part tech-talk, part Shark Tank, and 100% inspiring. 🎙️In this double-header edition, host JD Houvener and co-host Matt Kulseth sit down with two inventors who aren’t just dreaming …

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How Cell Phone Seat Survived Counterfeits 57:58

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What does it take to turn a simple car cupholder idea into a multi-million dollar invention—while fending off a tidal wave of copycats? In this high-energy episode of the Bold Inventor Show, JD Houvener and co-host Matt Kulseth sit down with the tenacious and innovative Scott McIntosh, founder of the Cell Phone Seat, to dive into his wild entrepren…

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Unlocking Music’s Geometry with Ken Lemons 40:36

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What if you could actually see music — not just hear it? 🎵 In this mind-expanding episode of the Bold Inventor Show, host and patent attorney JD Houvener sits down with visionary inventor Ken Lemons, founder of Musical DNA, to explore how a broken hand and a bold idea led to one of the most groundbreaking musical innovations of our time. 🎹🧠 Ken tak…

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Innovation Without Limits: The Story Behind Less Barriers 58:22

3M ago58:22

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💡 What does it take to turn an idea into an impactful invention? In this must-listen episode of The Bold Inventor Show, we're bringing you an inspiring conversation with Allaire Schneider, the creator of Less Barriers Wheelchair Tray System—a groundbreaking product designed to enhance mobility and independence for wheelchair users. This simple yet …

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🔥 3D Printing Your Invention Dreams into Reality! 🚀 1:01:23

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Are you an inventor, entrepreneur, or business owner looking to protect, fund, or scale your big idea? This episode is a must-watch as we dive into patents, trademarks, 3D printing innovations, and Shark Tank insights with our special guest, Adam Zimmer of Denver 3D Print Company. 🎬 Episode Highlights: 💡 Patents vs. Trademarks: How to protect your …

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🚀 Revolutionizing Endometriosis Diagnosis with Dr. Mark Noar! 58:30

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🔥 Endometriosis affects millions, but Dr. Mark Noar is changing the game! Join us on the Bold Inventor Show as we sit down with the brilliant Dr. Mark Noar, a leading innovator in endometriosis diagnosis and the founder of EndoSure Inc. Discover how his cutting-edge medical devices are transforming women’s health and bringing faster, more accurate …

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Inventor Q&A, Branding, and Social Media Hacks! 53:12

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🚀 Inventors, entrepreneurs, and creators—this one’s for you! This week on the Bold Inventor Show, we’re bringing you a power-packed LIVE Q&A covering everything from branding and trademarks to social media marketing strategies that will take your invention to the next level with our special guest, Ana Juneja of Ana Law. 🔥 What’s inside this episode…

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Unlocking Innovation: Patents, Funding & Shark Tank! 57:22

4M ago57:22

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🎬 Episode Highlights: 📢 Big News for Inventors: Why now is the time to protect your ideas! 💡 Patents vs. Trademarks: What’s the difference and when do you need both? 💰 Funding Your Invention: Insights from special guest Vince Edwards of EB Ventures! 🔥 Shark Tank Breakdown: How Euphoria Beauty used patents and trade secrets. 🚀 USPTO Changes: How new…

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USPTO Fee Hikes, AI Insights, and the Art of Protecting Ideas 59:41

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Season 4 of the Bold Inventor Show continues with an in-depth look at the latest in intellectual property law and entrepreneurship! This week, J.D. and Matt unpack major updates from the USPTO and offer actionable advice for inventors navigating the world of patents and trademarks. Here’s what you can expect: USPTO Fee Increases Explained: Why the …

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Kicking Off Season 4: Inventors, Patents, and the Unexpected Path to Innovation 43:04

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Welcome to Season 4 of the Bold Inventor Show! 🎉 JD and Matt dive into the new year with a packed episode full of insights, stories, and practical advice for inventors and entrepreneurs. This week, they explore: Christmas Inventions in Review: A follow-up with an inventor who reimagined Christmas tree care with an innovative watering device. Did it…

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Revolutionizing Pet Care: Jaifanon Jackson’s Leash Innovation 🐾 41:37

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What happens when passion, perseverance, and innovation meet? Meet Jaifanon (Jai) Jackson, an inspiring entrepreneur transforming pet ownership with his ingenious Tail & Pause leash—designed for multitasking dog lovers who need convenience on the go. 🐕✨ 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Discover: 🎯 How a simple frustration while walking a neighbor's dog sp…

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Youthful Genius: How the Suppy Water Bottle Redefines Classroom Innovation 🌟 41:50

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🎙️ Imagine solving real-world problems at just 10 years old! In this special episode of the Bold Inventors Show, JD Houvener and co-host Matt Kulseth sit down with the brilliant young inventors of the Suppy Water Bottle, the winning invention of the National Innovation Challenge. These fourth graders didn’t just dream—they built a revolutionary pro…

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From Innovative Pet Tech to Shark Tank Lessons: Bold Insights from Industry Leaders 56:12

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🎙️ Curious about what it takes to turn ideas into impact in the innovation world? Dive into this electrifying episode of the Bold Inventor Show with your host, JD Houvener, joined by trademark expert Matt Kulseth and special guest Richard Nilsson, founder of My Pet Go. We explore game-changing tech for pets, building IP strategies, and the resilien…

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Patent Legend, Troy Schmelzer, on the Bold Inventor Show 58:42

6M ago58:42

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🚀 Dive into the world of patents and innovation with Bold Patents' Senior Consulting Patent Attorney, Troy Schmelzer, on this week's Bold Inventor Show! 🎙️ With years of experience in Big Law and a passion for empowering inventors, Troy shares his journey, insider tips, and stories that inspire entrepreneurs to protect their bold ideas. 🌟 🎧 What Yo…

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Pioneering Healthcare Innovation: A Bold Look at Medical Devices with Peter von Dyck 44:27

7M ago44:27

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In this Bold Inventor Show episode, hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth bring on a fascinating guest, Peter von Dyck, founder of Persown Analytics and a seasoned innovator in healthcare. Join us as Peter shares his journey from early inventions in ICU and ostomy care to leveraging AI and healthcare data for personalized medicine. 🚀 From his inspir…

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Innovating with Mushrooms: A Bold New Frontier in Sustainable Food Production 56:45

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In this week’s Bold Inventor Show, hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth explore an exciting breakthrough in mushroom cultivation with MuMycology founders Natalie, Nicholas, and Edward. This trailblazing team has developed a revolutionary new way to grow mushrooms sustainably, maximizing yield while minimizing waste. 🍄 Discover how their innovative …

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Secrets to Licensing Success: Insider Tips on Monetizing Your Patent 1:00:47

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In this Bold Inventor Show episode, co-hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth dive deep into the art of patent monetization with a special guest – Tom Stegeman. Tom shares his inspiring journey of developing an innovative swim fin product and successfully licensing it to a major company. If you’ve ever wondered how to get your product from prototype …

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Prototyping to Patent: Inside Prototype House’s Path to Innovation 🚀 57:16

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In this exciting episode of the Bold Inventor Show, host J.D. Houvener goes deep with special guest Matthew Bordy from Prototype House. Ever wondered how a groundbreaking idea becomes a tangible product? This episode takes you on a journey through the complexities of prototyping, manufacturing, and patenting – with real-life examples, actionable in…

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Unlocking Post-Patent Success: From Soccer Coaching to Enforcing Intellectual Property 56:35

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🎙️ Welcome to The Bold Inventor Show! In this episode, JD Houvener and Matt Kullsup reunite to talk about everything from international adventures to the practicalities of post-patent enforcement. 🚀 Fresh off a month-long trip chasing elk in Montana and celebrating his 15th wedding anniversary in Italy, JD is back to share insights on balancing soc…

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Patents vs. Trade Secrets: Unveiled 1:06:37

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🔍 Exploring the Intersection of Patents and Trade Secrets on the Bold Inventor Show 🔍 In this week’s episode of the Bold Inventor Show, hosts J.D. Houvener and special guest David Bosland dive deep into the critical topic of patents vs. trade secrets and where these two legal protections meet in the world of innovation. Whether you’re an aspiring i…

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Inventing on the Job: Who Owns Your Idea? – Bold Insights on Employee Innovations 56:31

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In this engaging episode of the Bold Inventor Show, J.D. Houvener and special co-host David Bosland dive deep into one of the most pressing questions for professionals in the workplace: Who owns your inventions when you're on the job? 🎙️ Whether you're an engineer, a designer, or a creative thinker, this episode unpacks the legal implications of in…

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Patents, Trademarks & Legal Hacks Every Inventor Should Know! 41:10

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In this exciting episode of The Bold Inventor Show, join patent attorney J.D. Houvner and trademark attorney Matt Kulseth as they dive deep into the world of intellectual property. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, inventor, or business owner on the brink of something big, this episode is packed with crucial legal insights that can help protect your …

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From Schoolyard Inventions to IP Strategies: How to Protect and Scale Your Ideas in a Competitive Market 52:31

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See full video here: https://youtube.com/live/hu61JPZY7_s?feature=share Welcome to The Bold Inventor Show, your weekly deep dive into innovation, entrepreneurship, and intellectual property. Hosted by patent expert J.D. Houvener and trademark guru Matt Kulseth, this episode blends insightful discussions, practical advice, and real-world case studie…

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Bold Inventor Show with J.D. Houvener of Bold Patents - Olympic Games and Patents! 55:17

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J.D. Houvener owner/founder of Bold Patents talks about the 4 big areas of intellectual property (IP) related to the recent Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games including a solid discussion about copyrights (broadcasting rights, designs, and artistic works throughout the games), trademarks (and how most branding/marketing was done over commercial breaks…

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Bold Inventor Show with J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth 50:40

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J.D. and Matt go over several questions from our Reddit and Quora communities as well as Avvo. We even get some help from attorneys on our live feed as well, thank you to Phillip and David for that. We do a fun Shark tank critique of a creative spin on skin-colored bandaids as well. Support the show Have an invention or brand to protect? Or just cu…

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Bold Inventor Show with Guest Arshad Hisham of InGen Dynamics 35:24

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We had a great show answering 5 patent questions touching on everything from prior art research to provisional vs. nonprovisional vs. design patents. The interview with CEO/Founder of InGen Dynamics was really insightful. Arshad offered some really great insights in the world of AI and robotics, and what is still yet to come for their company and t…

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Bold Inventor Show with Todd Stave of Cabin Cool 57:57

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J.D. and Matt get the opportunity to interview founder of Cabin Cool, which is a Department of Energy grant backed technology developed at the University of Michigan. Todd talks with us about how he's been tasked with the challenge of bringing the Cabin Cool product to market and finding a long-term partner/buyer. We critique another cooling device…

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Bold Inventor Show - Interview with Stephen Souders inventor of the "Cut N Go" Seatbelt Cutter 1:00:07

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We had a great interview with Stephen Souders of Stephen's Design Institute (SDI), he went through his full inventor journey for his first product, the Cut N' Go, which is a seatbelt attached cutter for emergency cutting post-accident. If you've never heard of this belt tensioner issue, you've gotta watch this program, Stephen is INSENSED with pass…

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Bold Inventor Show - Featuring Bold Inventor, Alizah Josette of Spherehead 55:02

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Our show will feature a Bold Patent's client, Alizah Josette and she will talk about her pillow invention journey and dig into tell her story of perseverance as an inventor and entrepreneur. This is our first 1-hour format, so we'll have longer to answer questions, and talk with our guest a bit more. As always, we will be doing a Shark Tank review …

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Bold Inventor Show - Nami Khadem of ND Healthcare Products 32:54

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We've got a great show this week, interviewing Nami Khadem, inventor and owner of ND Products, featuring the Smart Swab and the Ear-O-Care products. We will field a few questions that came in over the week from our network as well as any live questions from our broadcast audience. We'll wrap up our show with a live critique/reaction video regarding…

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Bold Inventor Show featuring Michael Molinski, Inventor of the Tadpole Swimsuit 31:25

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We've got a great show this week, with Inventor interview of Michael Molinski, who will explain the Tadpole Swimsuit, and share his inventor story and lessons learned from bringing his product to the marketplace. We also have a bonus guest, Dr. Rolf Biernath, a product developer who helps entrepreneurs like you. Support the show Have an invention o…

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Bold Inventor Show with Inventor Guests Jim Gurulé and Donna Lee 29:18

1y ago29:18

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We had a blast speaking with inventors Donna Lee and Jim Gurule. Donna has invented a novel and sustainable yoga mat made with machine washable materials, and is softer and more durable. Jim has invented many types of cabinetry tools, including a clamp he invented in late 1990s that still sells 5000 units per month. He discussed some of his lessons…

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Bold Inventor Show w/Interview with Inventor Dr. Aaron Dossey of All Things Bugs 31:27

1y ago31:27

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We had a few questions that came in over the week, one patent and one trademark were answered on air. We did have another attorney on the live chat as well - who helped us out too. We then spent a bit over 10 mins with Dr. Aaron Dossey of All Things Bugs! He helped us appreciate (if you're not grossed out) the potential of using bug protein as a he…

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Bold Inventor Show: Featuring the Inventor of the Gorilla Bow, Chris Caouette 31:45

1y ago31:45

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We will be kicking off our show with a fun interview of Chris Caouette, co-founder and inventor of The Gorilla Bow workout device (found at https://www.gorillabow.com/). He will share his founder's story as well as tell us how he came up with it, protected with IP, and then went to market with his innovative product. We will then jump to Q&A and as…

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Bold Inventor Show - Inventor Interviews: Dr. B's Elixir and Mr. Muson's AgTech Solution 32:28

1y ago32:28

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We will be doing 15 minutes of interviewing two different inventors/entrepreneurs and hearing about what they have brought to market, have them share some stories and field live questions from our audience. We will then move to general Q&A and then our Bold Bite segment where we will review a pitch to the Sharks from an IP Perspective. Support the …

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Bold Inventor Show w/Inventor Joe Santos of Hydrochute and Shark Tank Critique 29:18

1y ago29:18

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We've got an inventor coming on, Joe Santos of Hydrochute to talk with us about his now patented exciting water-based energy solution. We'll take live Q&A throughout the broadcast, answer a few questions that came in over the week, and as always, do a fun critique of a recent Shark Tank episode. Support the show Have an invention or brand to protec…

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Bold Lawyer: Len Garza of Garza Business Law 33:16

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We had a blast with Len Garza of Garza Law based in New Jersey. He unloaded TONS of gold nuggets about his transition from big law to solo practice in 2020 at the peak of COVID. He goes through some amazing breakthroughs he has had as a result of getting solid business coaching on mindset and leadership training. He's set up his firm for success an…

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Bold Inventor Show - Reddit Patents/Trademarks Channel Q&A 30:06

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J.D. and Matt tackle some tough questions from the Reddit community channel we're a part of. We discuss slogans, patent eligibility, filing fees/costs for trademarks, what to do post-grant and you see an infringer pop up for patents. J.D. and Matt then review a fun business called "Storage Scholar" and discuss the pitch they gave to the sharks, the…

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Bold Inventor Show with J.D. Houvener - Live interview with Inventors of Safeseal Systems 31:35

1y ago31:35

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J.D. and Matt interview the founder of Safeseal systems and their COO who are live from the pizza industry tradeshow in Las Vegas. Their hallmark product is a sealed pizza box container that has as simple no-tamper strip to help give peace of mind to buyers of delivery orders. We also did a Shark Tank pitch critique of a toymaker, Zipstring, and di…

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Bold Inventor Show with Special Guest Kevin "Pro" from Octa 33:52

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J.D. and Matt interview special guest, founder/CEO of Octa and hear all about his journey he's had over 15 years designing and running the operations of his wildly successful venture of holding tablets! We also do a fun critique of a Shark Tank episode for a product that probably should have secured some IP along the way. Support the show Have an i…

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Bold Inventor Show w/J.D. Houvener of Bold Patents 31:13

1y ago31:13

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I go over 5 questions that came in during the week, and critique a fun shark tank pitch from FunkkOff! which is a patented teeth-freshening kit, where you can make sure nothing is stuck in your teeth on the go. Support the show Have an invention or brand to protect? Or just curious about learning more? Download our FREE Inventor Kit here: https://k…

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Bold Lawyer: Jon Hood of Hood Venture Counsel, P.C. 32:21

1y ago32:21

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I had the pleasure of interviewing a star founder, Jon Hood of Hood Venture Counsel. We chatted about his founder's story starting back in Law school, then going in-house and starting his own firm 10 years ago. Jon shares some solid gold nuggets about networking and drops 2-3 current day networking tools for implementing AI in your legal practice. …

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Bold Lawyer: Paul Barrera of North City Law 33:02

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J.D. and Matt from Bold get the chance to interview Paul Barerra, founder and owner at North City Law based near Seattle, WA. He tells his founder's story which is starts out with a funny twist with this background in financial/tax. He also shares some of his secret sauce with respect to digital marketing and shares how he started up a second locat…

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The Four Pillars of Patentability w/Patent Attorney J.D. Houvener of Bold Patents 32:01

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J.D. will cover the 4 pillars of what you need to prove to the patent office before you will be granted a patent on your invention. We'll also tackle a handful of questions that came in throughout the week and any live questions you have! Lastly, we'll take a Bold Bite out of a shark tank episode. Support the show Have an invention or brand to prot…

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The Importance of Patent and Trademark Research Before Filing + Q&A & Bold Bite 30:11

1+ y ago30:11

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J.D. and Matt dig into the importance of research prior to filing either a patent application or trademark application. The two of them discuss the particulars of what can come up during a search, what decisions need to be made, and what can happen if you file blindly having skipped the dilligence. The two go through 3 Q&A and then dive into a crit…