Bold Inventor
At the Bold Inventor Podcast, we're dedicated to bringing you the cutting-edge knowledge you need to navigate the complex world of patents, trademarks, and intellectual property law. Whether you're an aspiring inventor, a seasoned entrepreneur, or simply curious about how ideas turn into successful products, our podcast delivers expert advice and actionable insights to fuel your innovative journey. Our content helps inventors everywhere—from filing their first patent to securing trademarks that protect their brands. Every episode is designed to simplify the complicated legal processes that inventors face, ensuring you can focus on what matters most: your ideas. 📚 Patent & Trademark Law Simplified: Our podcast breaks down the complex world of intellectual property law, giving you step-by-step guidance on how to protect your inventions and ideas. 🎧 Top-Notch Expert Interviews: We bring on patent attorneys, successful inventors, and legal professionals to share their insider knowledge. 🚀 In-Depth Episodes Packed with Value: Our listeners rave about the practical advice we provide on topics like patent application strategies, trademark registration, and protecting intellectual property rights. 🌐 Reaching Inventors Worldwide: Your support will enable us to expand our reach, ensuring that inventors from around the globe can benefit from our expert advice on patents and trademarks. 🔑 Free and Accessible for Everyone: We believe that everyone should have access to the tools and knowledge to secure their intellectual property—regardless of budget. Ready to take a Bold Step? Schedule a free Discovery Call here: https://calendly.com/business-consultations/am06-podcast LEGAL NOTICE: By listening to this podcast, you are not becoming a client of Bold Patents nor of J.D. Houvener. Confidential discussions and consultations can be scheduled so that we can discuss your specific invention with a Patent Attorney. This forum is for general questions about the process, not about specific legal advice.
Episodes
What does it take to turn a backyard game into a scalable business with patents, licensing deals, and national recognition? In this episode of The Bold Inventor Show, hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth sit down with Brian Poeter, inventor and founder of Fanbags Cornhole, to unpack the journey of transforming a simple idea into a thriving company that’s innovating one of America’s favorite pastimes.
Brian takes us bac...
On this episode of The Bold Inventor Show, hosts J.D. Houvener (patent attorney) and Matt Kulseth (trademark attorney) kick things off by exposing a bizarre Amazon trademark scam. Imagine someone registering generic design marks — like outlines of scissors — then using them to file takedowns against legitimate sellers. The duo breaks down how bad actors exploit loopholes, how Amazon’s automated system often enables th...
On this week’s Bold Inventor Show, hosts J.D. Houvener (patent attorney) and Matt Kulseth (trademark attorney) open with fresh Q&A from inventors and entrepreneurs before sitting down with a guest who has turned decades of media experience into a tech solution for our cluttered digital age.
The show kicks off with JD and Matt answering real-world questions:
- Can you legally resell and restore old patented product...
On this episode of The Bold Inventor Show, patent attorney J.D. Houvener and trademark attorney Matt Kulseth dive into another round of hot Q&A before welcoming a visionary guest who is literally building the future.
The hosts open with practical, rapid-fire legal insights:
- Can a patent filing undermine your ability to secure a trademark?
- How long do international design patents really take?
- Are text messages abou...
In this episode of The Bold Inventor Show, patent attorney J.D. Houvener and trademark attorney Matt Kulseth open with a rapid-fire Q&A on patents and trademarks — covering the tricky realities of co-inventors, domain name disputes, and whether provisional patents are worth it.
But the spotlight turns to special guest Jimmy W (Wanichsuksombat) is the inventive mind behind Step-in-Lock — a sleek, ergonomic device th...
In this inspiring episode of The Bold Inventor Show, hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth sit down with entrepreneur Maddie DeJong, the inventive mind behind The Green Sling—a sustainable running belt designed to solve the age-old problem of “Where do I put my extra layers?”
What started as a personal pain point during marathon training turned into a unique blend of functionality, sustainability, and entrepreneurship. ...
🧠 Why inventors should (or shouldn’t) file a provisional patent — strategic pros, common misconceptions, and timeline advantages
⏳ How long patents actually take — from provisional filing to non-provisional and issuance timelines (hint: it’s slower than you think)
💼 The importance of talking with a patent attorney early — especially before going public or seeking licensing deals
💸 Costs associated with patents — inclu...
What do dreams, jewels, and cardboard helicopters have in common? They all helped build one of the smartest tools in your garage.
In this episode of the Bold Inventor Show, hosts JD Houvener and Matt Kulseth dive deep into the story behind the iLevel, a groundbreaking smart level invented by Andrew Varner — who literally dreamed it into existence.
With the help of Cleveland-based engineering genius Jason Coher, and the ...
In this inventive episode of the Bold Inventor Show, host J.D. Houvener welcomes Rob Russell, the creative mind and founder of AnyRope, a design-forward hat startup that’s disrupting headwear one interchangeable cord at a time. Rob shares how his frustration with boring rope hat options and his DIY ingenuity during the pandemic led to a fully patented, modular fashion product now catching fire in both B2B and consumer...
This week on the Bold Inventor Show, JD Houvener and co-host Matt Kulseth welcome a true grassroots innovator: Sean Miller, founder and creator of the Turfboard. What started as a snowboarding alternative in the off-season has evolved into an epic journey of design, setbacks, and resurgence. Sean shares his wild ride from snowy peaks to grassy hills, revealing what it really takes to create and relaunch a sports innov...
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 injuries to building prototypes in a mobile gym inside a box truck, Aaro...
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 create meaningful value from ideas.
👁️ What are the Six I’s?
- Identify –...
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 deep empathy for inventors.
Based in Seattle but serving clients nation...
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 Emu Comfort, and Julio Martinez-Clark, the entrepreneurial engine drivi...
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 heartwarming as it is innovative. From growing up in a traveling carnival 🎪 t...
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 big — they’re reshaping entire industries.
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 entrepreneurial journey.
Scott shares how a messy car moment sparked the idea for...
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 takes us on a journey through his multi-disciplinary background — from o...
💡 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 innovative design solves real-life challenges faced by those with ...
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 intellectual property the right way!
🖨️ 3D Printing Breakthroughs:...
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