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
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 nationwide, Facture ...
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 driving Bioaccess—L...
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 🎪 to launching a ...
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.
First up is Peter Petroulas, founder of Wiz...
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 a sleek phone...
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 oil painting to...
💡 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 disabilities, ...
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: The latest ad...
🔥 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 diagnoses to those in need.
💡 What You'll Learn:
🔬 The Science –...
🚀 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?
💡 Live Inventor Q&A: Get expert answers on patents, t...
🎬 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 policies affect patent wait times.
🚨 Big USPTO Changes &am...
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 recent 40% fee hike matters for inventors and brand owners. Learn how this impacts...
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 sell? What’s next for this seasonal success? 🎄💡
- Trademark Tips: Can you tradema...
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 sparked a global idea.
- 🔧 The behind-the-scenes process of testing, protot...
🎙️ 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 product that keeps classrooms spill-free and pencils handy, proving that age is no barr...
🎙️ 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 resilience it takes to thrive in competitive industries. But that's not all! We dissect ...
🚀 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 You’ll Discover:
- 💡 How Troy transitioned from Big Law to helping inven...
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 inspiring story of creating life-saving devices to using innovative software to speed up m...
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 method can disrupt both traditional agriculture and urban food production by enablin...
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 to market, this episode is packed with insider secrets, actionable advice, and real-w...
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