The Invention Stories Podcast

The Cup Cozy Pillow was inspired when Monica Almaguer, was working on her laptop on the living room couch. While working, she always likes to have a drink close by. Even with a coffee table, it still required moving her laptop, taking a sip, then putting the laptop back on her lap. Only to have to repeat the process all over again a few minutes later. Sometimes Monica's cup would end up by her feet...a dangerous situation with four kids and two dogs. Other times, she would take her chances and just allow her cup to free float in the middle of the seat cushion, almost begging to be spilled. Trying to come up with a solution of wanting her drink right next to her, without fear of spilling, was the "Ah Ha" moment. 

Bessie Lee-Cappell is the Founder, Inventor, and Owner of the Baby Bottle Brush Bib Co. She is becoming a GAME CHANGER in the baby product industry.   In this episode Bessie shares how she came to invent and sell the Baby Bottle Brush Bib.   To learn more, please click here

After licensing his VIVOBAREFOOT shoes to a division of Clarks Shoes, Tim Brennan enrolled on a mentorship program run by InventRight – a company that teaches product developers the best way to licence IP. Currently Tim submits 1-2 products every month to DRTV companies. These include a storage solution product that are 100% recyclable and... The post Episode 117…Tim Brennan and the Multi-Grip Mandoline appeared first on Invention Stories.

We are embarking on a new way to interview inventors…on Facebook Live. We chose April to be our first guest, and unfortunately I was unable to figure out how to join her. During this Facebook Live session, April shares her invention journey and her contribution to Women Inventors and the 7 Percent.

Bonus Episode of the Invention Stories Podcast

Grandmas2Share, a patented, USA trademarked doll company, was inspired by the birth of Marguerite's two children. Having lost both of my grandmothers before they got to meet my children, she got the inspiration to “re-create” them in the form of a doll. When Marguerite told her children about my project and sketched out the drawings for the prototype of dolls, they immediately fell in love with them! Her daughter said, “I WISH THEY WERE REALLY HERE!” Marguerite drew her “grandma” for her book cover and Grandmas2Share was born!

Carman Cook-Campbell is the Chief Executive Officer at Better Family, Inc and is our Guest on this episode of the Invention Stories Podcast. 

Cara Brzezecki is a Mother, Wife, Author, Inventors, and more from Littleton, Colorado...and our Guest on this episode of the Invention Stories Podcast.    

Kevin Lane shares what he's been up with his Create A Castle since being interview on Episode 84 of the Invention Stories Podcast.

Connie Inukai is a mother, grandmother, inventor, author and more.  From earning straight A's in school and playing the violin, to breaking the gender barrier in ping pong, all while overcoming juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. This episode is inspiring, educational, and entertaining. We invite you to listen to Our Interview with Connie Inukai on the Invention Stories Podcast. You'll be glad you did.

We conclude Season 2 of the Invention Stories Podcast, the inventRight Mini-Series with it's co-founder and author of One Simple Idea and more...Stephen Key

InventRight Coach, Paul Sorenson is an experienced business professional who has licensed his spatula idea into multiple industries. Episode 119 is the second part in a 2-part series.

Paul Sorenson is an experienced business professional with a demonstrated history of working sales, product development and entrepreneurship. He posseses strong business development professional skilled in sales, patent law, management, business development, and business coaching . Paul Sorenson has successfully licensed multiple products including the same spatula idea into multiple industries and shares his story in this interview.

We interviewed Tim Brennanm inventor of the Multi-Grip Mandoline that helps to cut evenly slices of fruit or vegetables quickly and easily, whilst keeping your fingers safely away from its sharp stainless-steel blade.  This episode is the 2nd in a 2-part series.

Tim Brennan developed a concept for a new type of shoe that allowed the foot to function with greater ease. It was launched in 2004 under the name VIVOBAREFOOT across the UK, US and Europe.     Robert Bear interviews Tim Brennan in this Episode of the Invention Stories Podcast.

Tim Brennan is a product designer and developer who is driven by solving problems which make a real difference in people's lives. His work involves creating and licensing IP for new products and has a long term goal to accelerate the world's transition towards sustainable design and renewable energy. From 1996 to 2000, Tim Brennan... The post Episode 116…Tim Brennan and VIVOBAREFOOT appeared first on Invention Stories.

This is a Bonus Episode of the Invention Stories Podcast where Tim Brennan shares how he came to play tennis at Wimbledon.

This is a Bonus Episode of the Invention Stories Podcast where Tim Brennan shares how he came to play tennis at Wimbledon. The post Bonus Episode…Tim Brennan Plays at Wimbledon appeared first on Invention Stories.

Ryan Diez is a product developer from Los Angeles, CA. His big “break” came when his invention, the Woof Washer 360, gained world-wide attention after going viral on social media. Ryan's Woof Washer 360 hit the retail shelves and started cleaning dogs across the world! Ryan Diez has been featured in Entrepreneur magazine, on Good Morning America, the Today Show, Jimmy Kimmel, HSN, Animal Planet, BuzzFeed and more.

Ryan Diez is a product developer from Los Angeles, CA. His big “break” came when his invention, the Woof Washer 360, gained world-wide attention after going viral on social media. Ryan's Woof Washer 360 hit the retail shelves and started cleaning dogs across the world! Ryan Diez has been featured in Entrepreneur magazine, on Good... The post Episode 115…Ryan Diez and the Woof Washer 360 appeared first on Invention Stories.

Ryan Diez is a product developer from Los Angeles, CA. His big “break” came when his invention, the Woof Washer 360, gained world-wide attention after going viral on social media. Ryan's Woof Washer 360 hit the retail shelves and started cleaning dogs across the world. In this special, My Invention Story Episode, Ryan Diez shares how he turned an invention created with his father into a super successful licensed product.

Ryan Diez is a product developer from Los Angeles, CA. His big “break” came when his invention, the Woof Washer 360, gained world-wide attention after going viral on social media. Ryan's Woof Washer 360 hit the retail shelves and started cleaning dogs across the world! In this special, My Invention Story Episode, Ryan Diez shares... The post My Invention Story- Ryan Diez and the Woof Washer 360 appeared first on Invention Stories.

John Paulick is the Founder at WineHive, Industrial Designer, Biomimicry Specialist, Consultant at Lululemon and our Guest on Episode 114 of the Invention Stories Podcast. WineHive was invented in 2009 by industrial designer John Paulick, inspired by the optimized honeycomb structure built by bees. John designed WineHive's modular interlocking structure to be fully customizable and infinitely expandable. This will ensure it will fit your space and grow with your wine collection. In 2012, John launched WineHive on Kickstarter to raise funding for startup costs. With a goal of $15k to bring WineHive to market, John raised over $65,000 from 681 backers in less than 30 days!

John Paulick is the Founder at WineHive, Industrial Designer, Biomimicry Specialist, Consultant at Lululemon and our Guest on Episode 114 of the Invention Stories Podcast. WineHive was invented in 2009 by industrial designer John Paulick, inspired by the optimized honeycomb structure built by bees. John designed WineHive's modular interlocking structure to be fully customizable and infinitely expandable.... The post Episode 114…John Paulick and WineHive appeared first on Invention Stories.

The Meat Sheet was created by Eloise Ross to better help dry any type of meat, fish, and poultry while the sheets absorb the water or liquids that seep from them. They also remove moisture off the meat, fish, or poultry for those who want to vacuum seal their meat. In addition, they help to soak up oil off fried foods all while not sticking to the meat without leaving pieces of material when drying. Most Importantly, the Meat Sheet is disposable and used to prevent cross-contamination.

Eloise Ross is a Professional Health Aide Caregiver from Old Bridge, New Jersey who invented the Meat Sheet. What a great name for a new product you might be thinking, but what are they? The Meat Sheet was created to better help dry any type of meat, fish, and poultry while the sheets absorb the... The post Episode 113…Eloise Ross and the Meat Sheet appeared first on Invention Stories.

Maria has invented the 2 in 1 Casserole Caddy and Dish Towel. Her Machine Washable Kitchen Cloth Converts to Dual Drawstring Carrier to Transport Hot or Warm Dishes and Meals From the Oven to Picnics, Potlucks, or Backyard BBQs. She licensed her Casserole Caddy to Grand Fusion Housewares. We interview Maria Ruvio on this Episode 112 of the Invention Stories Podcast.  Thank you for listening and please...tell a friend.

Maria Ruvio enjoys finding solutions to everyday problems. Being a problem solver, Maria continually think of and innovate solutions in consumer products that address everyday problems or needs. Maria has a new product innovations in the kitchen gadgets, bakeware, closet and hardware categories. Her goal is to bring innovations to market together with a licensing... The post Episode 112…Maria Ruvio and the Casserole Caddy appeared first on Invention Stories.

Glide Mats inventor, Michelle Morrison has a creative mind having grown up watching her family innovate. She has always placed value in providing benefit to others through problem-solving. Michelle partnered with her brother to manufacturing and sell his Pro Pic guitar pick. She also licensed her Glide Mats to Cooks Innovations, ultimately selling them on QVC.

Glide Mats inventor, Michelle Morrison has a creative mind having grown up watching her family innovate. She has always placed value in providing benefit to others through problem-solving. Michelle began her professional career working in sales and marketing for companies including Bloomingdales and Coca-Cola, but her heart was always in product development. Michelle partnered with... The post Episode 111…Michelle Morrison and Glide Mats appeared first on Invention Stories.

Warren Wilson is an inventor, author. public speaker, and former inventRight student, and more. He had an idea and turned it into Better Blocks, which became the first building block system to successful compete with Lego, the icon of the toy building block industry. BetterBlocks went on to have retail sales of $45m and sell over 2 million kits. The unique feature was that the blocks would bend to shape curves—they were flexible! BetterBlocks success was the result of combining a strong and innovative idea with a small, highly skilled team.  

Warren Wilson is an inventor, author. public speaker, and former inventRight student, and more. He had an idea and turned it into Better Blocks, which became the first building block system to successful compete with Lego, the icon of the toy building block industry. BetterBlocks went on to have retail sales of $45m and sell... The post Episode 110…Warren Wilson and Better Blocks appeared first on Invention Stories.

April Mitchell is a proud Military Spouse and mother of 4 children. She has a degree in Education and believes in life long learning. April is an advocate for Military Spouses and enjoyed volunteering in the kids schools and for the USO. She is a 2-times patent owner and has licensed two products in the housewares industry. Currently, the Right Height adjustable over the door hook is sold online at Amazon, Walmart, and Bed, Bath, & Beyond. She is currently working on other products in the Housewares industry as well as in the Toy and Game industry. April came to inventRight as a student where she saw success with a licensing deal and has been a coach since the fall of 2019. She greatly enjoys being a coach at inventRight and being a part of the inventing community. 

Buy the Right Height Adjustable Over the Door HangerOn Amazon The Right Height adjustable Over the Door hook is being sold at Amazon as Richards Homewares Over The Door Hanger, 2 Organizer Rack, Adjustable Height Hooks for Coat, Hat, Scarf, Bag, Accessory-White. To purchase on Amazon while supporting the Invention Stories Podcast please click on... The post Episode 109…April Mitchell and the Right Height Adjustable Over the Door Hook appeared first on Invention Stories.

Arin and Les Williams are a married couple with four children who invented and licensed their Finger Foods Placemats to the First Years company. This episode is the second and final part in a 2-part series.     Click Here to purchase one on Amazon. Thank you for listening and please...tell a friend.

BUY THE FINGERS FOOD PLACEMATFROM AMAZON Arin and Les Williams are a married couple with four children who invented and licensed their Finger Foods Placemats to the First Years company. This episode is the second and final part in a 2-part series. Click here to learn about and listen to part 1. In this episode,... The post Episode 108…Arin & Les Williams and the Fingers Foods Placemat Part 2 appeared first on Invention Stories.

Arin and Les Williams are a married couple with four children who invented and licensed their Finger Foods Placemats to the First Years company. In this episode Arin and Les share a little bit of their background and the journey they took to license it. This episode is the first of a 2-part series.

BUY NOWFROM AMAZON Arin and Les Williams are a married couple with four children who invented and licensed their Finger Foods Placemats to the First Years company. In this episode, Arin and Les share a little bit of their background and the journey they took to license it. This episode is the first of a... The post Episode 107…Arin & Les Williams and the Fingers Foods Placemat Part 1 appeared first on Invention Stories.

Brian Halasinski and Kirk Hyust are a licensing team who have successfully licensed two of their ideas, including the Smoke Staxx Pans. Their invention allows two or three foods to be cooked at the same time. Brian and Kirk's innovative Patent Pending design of the Smoke Staxx Pans allows for smoke/airflow to penetrate to the lower pans and the built in food rack keeps everything up off the bottom. This makes smoking BBQ better! This will be the first time we've interviewed a licensing team on the Invention Stories Podcast inventRight Mini-Series.

BUY NOW FROM AMAZON Brian Halasinski and Kirk Hyust are a licensing team who have successfully licensed two of their ideas, including the Smoke Staxx Pans. Their invention allows two or three foods to be cooked at the same time. Brian and Kirk's innovative Patent Pending design of the Smoke Staxx Pans allows for smoke/airflow... The post Episode 106…Brian Halasinski & Kirk Hyust and Smoke Staxx Pans appeared first on Invention Stories.

Tony Litwinowicz wanted to spend less money cutting his hair so he invented the HairFin, a system that helps you cut your own hair better. Tony is our first guest of My Invention Story on the Invention Stories Podcast. In this episode, we share common questions inventors and those who have an idea for an invention.

BUY THE HAIRFIN FROM AMAZON Tony Litwinowicz wanted to spend less money cutting his hair so he invented the HairFin, a system that helps you cut your own hair better. Tony is our first guest of My Invention Story on the Invention Stories Podcast. In this episode, we share common questions inventors and those who... The post Bonus Episode…My Invention Story…Tony Litwinowicz and the HairFin appeared first on Invention Stories.

Welcome to the Invention Stories Podcast Update. I'm the podcast host, Robert Bear, and thank you in advance for reading this.  This Tuesday, September 1, 2020, we will be celebrating our 3rd anniversary of launching the Invention Stories Podcast. My… how time flies.  The Invention Stories Podcast Episode 1 We shared Episode 1of the Invention... The post Invention Stories Podcast Update appeared first on Invention Stories.

IGA's (Inventors Groups of America) Managing Director Courtney Laschkewitsch is an award-winning entrepreneur and successful inventor who has licensed four product ideas to a company that specializes in outfitting dorm rooms. In Episode 105, Courtney shares the story behind licensing her Keyboard Desk and 3 other ideas.  This episode is the 2nd and final part in a 2-part series. Thank you for listening and please...tell a friend.

BUY NOW FROM AMAZON IGA (Inventors Groups of America)'s Manager Director Courtney Laschkewitsch is an award-winning entrepreneur and successful inventor who has licensed four product ideas to a company that specializes in outfitting dorm rooms. Sharing her Licensing Journey In Episode 105, Courtney shares the story behind licensing her Keyboard Desk and 3 other ideas.... The post Episode 105…Our interview with Courtney Laschkewitsch Part 2 appeared first on Invention Stories.

Courtney Laschkewitsch is an award-winning entrepreneur and successful inventor. She has licensed four product ideas to a company that specializes in outfitting dorm rooms. As a child, Courtney remembers making paper models of amusement parks and ski resorts that took up a whole room. She started her first business as a teenager while attending college. Selling online and at several events throughout the year, Courtney learned the basics of starting and growing her own small business. Although Courtney has licensed four of her ideas, we focus on the Keyboard Desk.  This is episode is full of great tips by a young person who is focused and achieving. Thank you for listening and please…tell a friend  

BUY NOW FROM AMAZON Courtney Laschkewitsch is an award-winning entrepreneur and successful inventor. She has licensed four product ideas to a company that specializes in outfitting dorm rooms. As a child, Courtney remembers making paper models of amusement parks and ski resorts that took up a whole room. She started her first business as a... The post Episode 104…Our Interview with Courtney Laschkewitsch Part 1 appeared first on Invention Stories.

The Invention Stories Podcast inventRight Mini-Series Bonus Episode 1…Andrew Krauss…What kind of kid were you?

The Invention Stories Podcast inventRight Mini-Series Bonus Episode 1…Andrew Krauss…What kind of kid were you? The post The inventRight Mini-Series Bonus Episode 1 appeared first on Invention Stories.

Andrew Krauss is the Co-founder of inventRight and the Inventors Groups of America and is our guest of Episode 103 of the Invention Stories Podcast. This episode is second and final part in a two part series. inventRight Co-Founder Andrew Krauss Answers Questions: In this episode, we ask Andrew to answer common questions that inventors have including: Do you think the inventRight student have an advantage when the companies they are trying to license to idea to knows their inventRight students? Why… is contacting a company better through emails and phone calls better than submitting the sell sheet in person? do you advise your students not to sell in the first contact? do you encourage your students to avoid working with their CEO? have your students work on multiple ideas instead of just one at a time? and more.

BUY NOW FROM AMAZON Andrew Krauss is the Co-founder of inventRight and the Inventors Groups of America and is our guest of Episode 103 of the Invention Stories Podcast. This episode is second and final part in a two part series. inventRight Co-Founder Andrew Krauss Answers Questions: In this episode, we ask Andrew to answer... The post Episode 103…Andrew Krauss, Co-Founder of inventRight Part 2 appeared first on Invention Stories.