Invent America Podcasts with America's Inventor Lady, Rita Crompton, and the Cajun Contractor, Michael King, Founder of HomeTalkUSA
Why do some inventions that have become products fail, while others succeed? Tune in once a week and discover, over time, the answer to that question and the ingredients required to move your idea from your "mind to market". Tune in and share the discussion that the co-hosts have with their inventor guests and experienced industry specialists. Learn what it takes to turn any invention into a successful product. Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.
Episodes
As a solo independent inventor, the journey from a brilliant idea to a shelf-ready product can feel like navigating a minefield—especially when you are doing it without a corporate safety net. The biggest trap? The "black pit" of predatory marketing and social media campaigns that drain your budget before you ever make a sale.
In Episode 42 of Invent America, host Rita Crompton (America’s Inventor Lady) cuts through the noise to...
On this episode Rita and Michael King speak with 40+ Year finance expert, Ray Burrasca, about the difference between funding your invention when your a solo independent inventor versus when you're a startup. Listen and have your eyes be opened to the dangers and perils of chasing outside money while your invention / business withers on the vine.
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Welcome to Invent America Podcasts! Join the Cajun Contractor Michael King and America's Inventor Lady, Rita Crompton, as they gear up for the massive ASD Market Week in Las Vegas.
In this episode, we dive into the journey from "mind to market." We explore why trade shows like ASD are critical for getting consumer feedback and why your first prototype should be ugly.
Featured in this episode:
ASD Market Week Preview: Why t...
Is social media marketing a dead end for inventors? In this episode of Invent America, we argue that you can accomplish more in three days at a trade show than in six months online.
Join host Michael King and "Americs's nventor Lady" Rita Crompton (broadcasting from the beach in Hawaii!) as they discuss the upcoming ASD Market Week.
We are joined by product placement expert Kevin Cody and ASD’s VP of Buyer Relations, Steph...
Welcome to Invent America Podcasts!
Hosts Mike King and Rita Crompton (America's Inventor Lady) dive deep into the "Golden Rule" of inventing: If you have one product, license it!.
In this episode, we explore the critical difference between being a manufacturer and a licensor, and why "leverage" is the most important word in the industry. plus, we showcase two new innovations hitting the market: a hands-free audio belt for...
Are big corporations crushing the "little guy" in the garage?
In this episode of Invent America Podcasts, host Rita interviews Randy Landreneau, President of US Inventor, to expose the shocking reality facing American innovators today. Since the America Invents Act of 2011, independent inventors have faced an uphill battle against the "Patent Trial and Appeal Board" (PTAB)—an administrative court where over 80% of challenged p...
In this episode of Invent America Podcasts, hosts Michael King and America's Inventor Lady" Rita Crompton dive deep into the reality of taking a product from a sketch to the store shelf. We explore why hitting the road for professional trade shows like ASD Market Week can be more valuable than thousands of dollars in online market research.
In this episode, you will learn:
--The "Show Off" Strategy: Why you only have 5 secon...
Are you an inventor struggling to get your product on store shelves at Home Depot, Lowes, or Walmart? The rules of the game change the moment you cross the border.
In this episode of Invent America TV, we break down the critical differences between the U.S. and Canadian markets with industry expert Michael Miller. With over 20 years of experience launching products like the "Disposal Genie," Michael reveals why the scale of the Amer...
Is it time to stop climbing ladders and shoveling snow?
On this episode of Invent America TV, the Cajun Contractor Michael King and America's Inventor Lady, Rita Crompton, explore innovations designed to keep you safe and off the roof! We sit down with Mike Wood ("Woody") to discuss the Gutter Guard Sweep—a tool designed to solve the problem of debris sitting on top of gutter guards, saving homeowners from dangerous falls.
Is your invention stuck in the "not perfect yet" phase? In this episode of Invent America TV, Rita Crompton (The Inventor Lady) and Michael King (The Cajun Contractor) reveal why waiting for perfection is killing your product launch.
Join us as we interview two incredible inventors who stopped tinkering and started selling:
Jeff Jackson (True Up): A mechanical engineer who solved the age-old problem of hanging pictures straig...
From "Inventor Mode" to "Market Mode": Real Stories of American Innovation.
"If you build it, they will come" is a myth. Discover the brutal truth about shifting from inventor to marketer in this episode of Invent America. Join hosts Michael King and Rita Crompton (America's Inventor Lady) as they peel back the curtain on the independent inventor's journey. It’s not just about having a great idea; it’s about navigating the tr...
🚀 From Garage to Market: How Inventors Can Avoid Costly Mistakes
Stop wasting money on bad patents and premature business plans! Learn the critical steps to take your invention from idea to shelf without going broke.
On this episode of Invent America, hosts Michael King (The Cajun Contractor) and Rita Crompton (America's Inventor Lady) break down the reality of product innovation. This isn't about theory—it’s about the h...
Session 1:
Rita and Michael will talk about It Costs Money to Make Money!
Session 2:
Inventor: Steve McCoy
Email: smccoy1128@hotmail.com
Name of Product: Window Storm Panel
Bio: While I was renovating a house, I had just finished installing brand new windows.
I arrived on site the next day to start siding the house and found that someone had tossed a block of concrete through one of the new windows!
I was concerned th...
Session 1: Rita and Michael will talk about The secret to managing time is Persistence!
Session 2: Inventor: Carroll Stewart Phone: 252-903-1075 Email: cstewart043@gmail.com Name of Product: HVAC Hero
Questions:
1. Carroll, tell our listeners about the problem you solved?
2. You have been working on this for a while. Time has been fighting you for years. What’s the story?
3. How are you proceed...
Session 1:
Rita and Michael will talk about Every Inventor Needing a Little Help!
Session 2: Please login early so that we know you are ready Session 2 will start about 2:00 EDT or 11:00 PDT
Inventor: Pavel Pimentel
Phone: 201-681-5114
Email: pavelpimentel1@gmail.com
Name of Product: Soap Boss
Website: www.soapboss.net
Bio: At Soap Boss, we believe in making the most out of every bar of soap. Our innovative Bar2liquid s...
Session 1: Rita and Michael will talk about The Marketing Word Salad.
Session 2: Inventor: Jean Moody Phone: Wrap-A-Candle Email: jmoody@carecredit.com Questions: 1. Jean, tell us about Wrap-A-Candle 2. You plan to market your product. 3. What is your goal for Wrap-A-Candle?
Session 3 Inventor: Jerry Meals Phone: 7 7 5 - 8 3 0 - 3 6 3 3 Email: jerrymeals1@gmail.com Product: ACUPRESS Ear Website:...
Join us for an engaging discussion on the stories behind innovative products!
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Rita and Michael delve into the world of inventors with their topic "Every Inventor Has a Story!"
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🌟 Inventor Spotlight: Mercedes Mane 🌟
📞 Phone: 813-83-5520
📧 Email: mercedes@theproductmanufactory.com
🌐 Website: peggyback.com
Mercedes, the mind behind Peggy Hooks for Any Surface,...
Turning Problems into Solutions!
Introducing the American-made product "PineRite"!
Meet Andre Roy from PineRite 📞 970-484-8017 📧 service@pinerite.com Since 2013, PineRite, a Colorado-based heavy-duty hand soap manufacturer, has been redefining solutions with innovation. Our unique process blends pine tree powder and natural elements to create a premium hand cleansing experience. 🌲 Sustainability at the Core: We prior...
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Rita and Michael talk about Time Not Being a Friend.
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Inventor: Duane Genzlinger
Product: The Box Slider and the Snapper
Website: www.Hammerskilhomes.com
Phone: 970-402-5088
Email: Duanegenzlinger76@gmail.com
Questions:
1. Duane, tell our listeners about your 2 products.
2. What took you and Jerry the longest to accomplish?
3. What are the issues you have faced getting your products in front of pot...
Session 1: A discussion led by Rita and Michael on "The Trademark Wars!
Session 2: Inventor: Rita Widener Introducing the Practeze Folder: - A versatile tool for professionals and students, doubling as a practice aid and a sheet music carrier. - Features large and small mirrors for varied views during practice. - Lightweight, non-breakable mirrors ideal for instrumentalists, singers, actors, models, and public speakers. - Incl...
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