Podcasts about Crowdfunding

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Tonight Dan , Riddle and Ryan are back to talk about a whole lot of what we have been up to for last month. We hit a bunch of Crowdfunding, more TV and movies and of course some great games we have been playing. Enjoy the show and the multitude of Dangents! Thanks for listening!

Crowdfunding has changed the way people navigate crisis, but it's also exposed some uncomfortable truths about how we view money, privilege, and responsibility. Erin and Keri look at why public fundraisers spark such strong reactions, and what your response says about your relationship with security, scarcity, and control. Join our online community: www.getthehelloutofdebt.com  Today's episode is brought to you by Air Doctor Pro. Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code ERIN to get UP TO $300 off today! Leave us a voicemail message here: www.speakpipe.com/erinskyekelly  Purchase Get The Hell Out Of Debt and Naked Money Meetings online or from your favorite bookstore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nos sentamos con Beatriz Barroso, Head of Marketing y Comunicación en Fundeen, para analizar un sector fascinante: el crowdfunding de proyectos de energías renovables y sostenibilidad. Fundeen es la plataforma líder de coinversión sostenible en España, regulada por la CNMV, y su modelo de marketing es uno de los más complejos que hemos visto: marketplace, fintech, lanzamientos tipo "drop" y captación hiperlocal, todo a la vez.Beatriz nos abre las puertas de cómo se capta inversores para proyectos sostenibles cuando cada producto es radicalmente distinto del anterior, distinto promotor, distinta tecnología, distinto territorio y distinto perfil de riesgo. Trabajan con promotores del calibre de Endesa, Naturgy y Statkraft, y han logrado hitos como financiar 820.000 € en solo 17 minutos (sin llegar a activar paid media) o cerrar el primer proyecto de 5 millones de euros de coinversión sostenible en España. Un dato brutal: el 60% de sus inversores repite.Si te interesa la captación de inversores, el marketing en sectores regulados, las estrategias de lanzamiento o cómo se construye un marketplace de inversión sostenible desde cero, esta entrevista te va a aportar muchísimo valor. Gracias Beatriz por compartir tu visión y experiencia con tanta transparencia. Y a ti, que nos escuchas… ¡Esperamos que lo disfrutes tanto como nosotros!Enlaces de interés: 

Automatise ta gestion locative et sécurise tes loyers avec Monsieur Hugo !Tu peux tester gratuitement pendant 2 mois en cliquant ici : https://t.ly/3YbJuJe reçois Alexandre Toussaint dans cet épisode, pour parler des nouvelles formes d'investissement à envisager en 2026 ! Crowdfunding immobilier, investissement équestre, micro logements, rôle des plateformes régulées AMF, lecture des dossiers d'investissement : cet échange décrypte comment construire une stratégie d'investissement diversifiée en combinant l'immobilier avec d'autres classes d'actifs non traditionnelles.

What happens when the people we're supposed to trust break their promises?This week's episode dives into some uncomfortable truths about crowdfunding culture. The conversation kicks off with James Van Der Beek's trust-funded ranch purchase and a professional football player soliciting donations despite earning millions, both examples of wealthy people exploiting public generosity. (Because apparently having money doesn't mean you want to spend it.) The discussion gets particularly heated around a Buffalo business called Biker Bar, which raised significant funds before relocating to Miami without fulfilling orders.Beyond the crowdfunding drama, there's also talk about stolen phones at fitness classes, Valentine's Day dinner at Prescott's Provisions, and a touching memorial for a woman who dined out seven nights a week just to be around people. The speakers also share their thoughts on The 'Burbs remake, which they found disappointing, and their take on the new season of Love is Blind.

It's a game of swingers and spies in this 60's themed expansion to Blades in the Dark! Join us as we form a crew! Blades '68 is Crowdfunding! Watch on YouTube!

#783 What happens when a side hobby turns into a life-changing business built around passion, risk, and a whole lot of bees? In this episode, host Britlyn Williams sits down with Nicole Buergers, founder of Bee2Bee Honey Collective, to unpack how a simple beekeeping hobby turned into a full-time, purpose-driven business. Nicole shares her leap from B2B internet marketing into urban beekeeping, the realities of monetizing a passion, and the challenges — both physical and mental — of building a business from scratch. From crowdfunding her launch and finding her first customers to learning boundaries, community building, and what it really means to work with nature, this conversation is an honest look at entrepreneurship, sustainability, and designing a life around what you love! What we discuss with Nicole: + Turning a hobby into a business + From B2B marketing to beekeeping + Urban beekeeping fundamentals + Mentorship as a revenue stream + Crowdfunding the business launch + Building a local beekeeper community + Physical realities of beekeeping + Learning to say no + Selling hyperlocal honey + Designing a lifestyle business Thank you, Nicole! Check out Bee2Bee Honey Collective at Bee2BeeHoney.com. To get access to our FREE Business Training course go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MillionaireUniversity.com/training⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ To get exclusive offers mentioned in this episode and to support the show, visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠millionaireuniversity.com/sponsors⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Im Gespräch mit Ariane VogelWas, wenn deine Idee größer ist als dein aktuelles Budget?In dieser Folge spreche ich mit Ariane Vogel, Mitgründerin von familymind.ai, über ihren aktuellen Crowdfunding-Launch.Wir sprechen darüber:Wie aus einer Idee ein Prototyp wurdeWarum Community von Anfang an entscheidend warWas Crowdfunding wirklich bedeutet (Spoiler: viel Eigenarbeit

Luna Keller ist nach ihrem Live-Auftritt auf den Fidelity Days 2026 nochmal bei uns im Laden – diesmal für einen entspannten Podcast mit Frank. Wir sprechen darüber, wie es überhaupt zur Einladung kam (ihr kennt ihre Musik aus unseren Soundtests), wie Luna zum Songwriting gefunden hat und warum ihr gute Produktion und Details so wichtig sind. Außerdem geht's um ihr Leben zwischen Teneriffa und Deutschland, Streaming/Community (Twitch & Patreon), Crowdfunding, Vinyl vs. CD (mit unterschiedlichem Mastering) und wie moderne Produktionen heute über Kontinente hinweg entstehen. Viel Spaß beim Zuhören – und schreibt gerne in die Kommentare, welchen Song/Part ihr am spannendsten fandet! Lunas Onlineshop mit CDs & LPs findet ihr hier: https://lunakeller.com/product-category/cds-and-vinyl/ Lunas Patreon: https://lunakeller.com/support/ Lunas Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lunakeller Lunas Website: https://lunakeller.com

305 / Ember Mae shares lessons learned about starting small with crowdfunding as well as managing fulfillment. We also talk about marketing without succumbing to the pressure of conventional social media wisdom.✨ This week's sponsor is Vellum: http://tryvellum.com/wishTips on setting up your first Kickstarter campaign and keeping it manageableMaking marketing personal and connecting individually with readersWhy ditching social media is freeingIntuitive storytellingIn-person event strategiesNeurodivergence as a writing superpower

There's a commonly held belief in manufacturing: big ideas need big money, fast growth, and outside control to survive. But that playbook doesn't work for every business or every industry.Andrew Johnson, co-founder of HeavyTech and CEO of ShelfAware, joins the show from Everywhere Beer Co. in Anaheim, California, to talk through how he and his partners built HeavyTech, a hybrid and electric big machinery manufacturer, on their own terms. He shares the long road behind developing technology for hybrid and electric heavy machinery, and why, when it came time to scale, they made a deliberate decision to crowdfund and not follow the traditional VC path.Along the way, we also get into why diversification within a single industry creates leverage most business owners miss, what it means to be fearless in business, and the struggles of connecting with other entrepreneurs at the same stage of growth.If you've ever questioned whether the “standard” approach to funding actually fits your business, this conversation will make you rethink the rules.In this episode, find out:Why timing is the most important factor in business successHow crowdfunding gives you more control over your business and direct access to future customersWhy diversifying within an industry is one of the smartest entrepreneurial moves you can makeThe importance of connecting with other entrepreneurs in the same position as youHow HeavyTech invented its hybrid and electric machines for construction, farm and ranchWhat it means to be fearless in businessWhere Andrew sees the future of U.S. manufacturing goingEnjoying the show? Please leave us a review here. Even one sentence helps. It's feedback from Manufacturing All-Stars like you that keeps us going!Tweetable Quotes:“I think the inclination today is that you need to go raise a bunch of money with private equity venture capital. I believe that's wrong. Crowdfunding allowed us to raise a bunch of money from individuals. Normal people who believed in the future vision of our company and would eventually become our customers.”“I think that's the beauty of diversification. Each business is in the same industrial space. The products are different, but they complement each other. Sometimes I go into a meeting trying to sell ShelfAware, and I end up selling O-rings or end up talking about HeavyTech and leave with a new investor.”“Timing is everything in business. You have to be at the right place at the right time. You can have a great idea, but if the market is not ready, it won't work.”Links & mentions:HeavyTech, a manufacturing company designing and building hybrid and electric machinery for the construction and agriculture industries. ShelfAware, a manufacturing intelligence company providing real-time production visibility and workflow insights to improve efficiency on the factory floor. Everywhere Beer Co, an independent craft brewery based in Cleaveland, producing small-batch beers.Make sure to visit http://manufacturinghappyhour.com for detailed show notes and a full list of resources mentioned in this episode. Stay Innovative, Stay Thirsty.Mentioned in this episode:Industrial Marketing Summit 2026The Industrial Marketing Summit is the go-to gathering for marketers working in the manufacturing,...

In dieser Folge ist Irene Klemm, Mitgründerin und CEO von Edurino, zu Gast. Edurino hat es sich zur Aufgabe gemacht, frühkindliche Bildung durch eine Kombination aus digitalen Lern-Apps, haptischen Figuren und ergonomischen Stiften zu revolutionieren. Irene teilt ihre Reise von der Idee während der Pandemie bis hin zu einem international erfolgreichen EdTech-Unternehmen mit über 2 Millionen verkauften Produkten und 30 Millionen Euro Funding. Sie spricht über die Herausforderungen bei der Produktentwicklung, den Aufbau einer Community, die Skalierung eines Hardware- und Software-Startups und die Bedeutung von Vertrauen in der Eltern- und Kinderzielgruppe. Außerdem gibt sie Einblicke in die Zukunftspläne von Edurino und ihre Vision für die Bildung von morgen. Was du aus der Folge mitnimmst: Die Entstehung von Edurino: Wie Irene und ihre Mitgründerin Franziska Meyer während der Pandemie eine Marktlücke in der frühkindlichen Bildung entdeckten und daraus ein erfolgreiches EdTech-Unternehmen aufbauten. Produktentwicklung: Warum die Kombination aus digitalen Lern-Apps, haptischen Figuren und ergonomischen Stiften so gut funktioniert – und wie iterative Tests mit Kindern und Eltern das Produkt perfektionierten. Community-Aufbau: Wie Edurino durch Crowdfunding, Instagram und enge Zusammenarbeit mit Eltern und Pädagogen Vertrauen aufbaute und eine loyale Community schuf. Skalierung und Internationalisierung: Die größten Herausforderungen und Learnings beim Wachstum von einem kleinen Startup zu einem internationalen Unternehmen mit Millionenumsätzen. Finanzierung und Investoren: Wann es sinnvoll ist, Risikokapital aufzunehmen, und welche Erwartungen Investoren an Startups haben. Zukunftsvision: Wie Edurino mit Lizenzprodukten, Internationalisierung und datenbasierten Lernansätzen die Bildung von Millionen Kindern weltweit verbessern möchte. ALLES ZU UNICORN BAKERY: https://stan.store/fabiantausch   Mehr zu Irene: LinkedIn: de.linkedin.com/in/ireneklemm  Website: ⁠https://www.edurino.com/  Join our Founder Tactics Newsletter: 2x die Woche bekommst du die Taktiken der besten Gründer der Welt direkt ins Postfach: https://www.tactics.unicornbakery.de/  Kapitel: (00:00:00) Einstieg: Von der Idee zur Umsetzung – Wie alles begann (00:02:16) Die Pandemie als Ausgangspunkt: Ein kaputtes Bildungssystem und eine große Chance (00:05:00) Produktentwicklung: Warum Edurino auf Hardware, Software und Ergonomie setzt (00:09:04) Crowdfunding als Proof of Concept: Die ersten Schritte zur Skalierung (00:12:50) Community-Aufbau: Wie Eltern und Kinder Teil der Produktentwicklung wurden (00:16:33) Vertrauen schaffen: Zertifizierungen, Awards und die Rolle von Influencern (00:20:24) Skalierung: Von der Crowdfunding-Kampagne zu Millionenumsätzen (00:24:12) Teamaufbau: Die ersten Hires und der Fokus auf Produktentwicklung (00:30:06) Internationalisierung: Wie Edurino den UK-Markt erobert (00:36:44) Retention und Kohorten: Warum langfristige Kundenbindung entscheidend ist (00:42:15) Lizenzprodukte und neue Zielgruppen: Biene Maja, Bibi Blocksberg und Co. (00:47:37) Herausforderungen bei Hardware-Startups: Prototyping, Produktion und Skalierung (00:53:37) Finanzierung: Wann und warum man Geld von Investoren annehmen sollte (01:00:42) Zukunftsvision: Wie Edurino Bildung weltweit verändern will

INTERVIEW: Janine Kubiak on "Grounds for Action" Documentary crowdfunding by Cass Harrop on Radio One 91FM Dunedin

It is a considerable achievement to be selected to represent your school, province, or country at a major event, but sometimes it will come with an obligation to fund part of the travel expenses. It is therefore not uncommon for fundraising projects to be created to pay towards such expenses, and these can take many forms: raffles, events, online crowdfunding pages etc. But what, if any, are the tax implications? Lester Kiewit speaks to Andre Bothma, founder of Irhafu. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is a podcast of the CapeTalk breakfast show. This programme is your authentic Cape Town wake-up call. Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit is informative, enlightening and accessible. The team’s ability to spot & share relevant and unusual stories make the programme inclusive and thought-provoking. Don’t miss the popular World View feature at 7:45am daily. Listen out for #LesterInYourLounge which is an outside broadcast – from the home of a listener in a different part of Cape Town - on the first Wednesday of every month. This show introduces you to interesting Capetonians as well as their favourite communities, habits, local personalities and neighbourhood news. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Good Morning Cape Town with Lester Kiewit. Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays between 06:00 and 09:00 (SA Time) to Good Morning CapeTalk with Lester Kiewit broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/xGkqLbT or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/f9Eeb7i Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Board Game Radio, hosts Doug and Michael discuss the transition from their previous podcast, Game Schooler, to their new format. They share their excitement about the new show, the importance of having fun in gaming, and the variety of games available. The episode features a segment called 'Operation Name That Game' and culminates in a discussion of their top 10 games from 2025, highlighting their personal favorites and the experiences that shaped their gaming year.00:00 - Introduction to Board Game Radio04:52 - This Week In Gaming: Board Game Radio17:44 - What's on Your Mind: Crowdfunding Predictions25:21 - Understanding Board Gaming for Non-Gamers31:06 - Operation Name That Game: A Fun Challenge42:49 - Top 10 Games of 2025

In dieser Episode von selbst&frei teilt Markus Ihlenfeld, Mitgründer von woom, die ungeschminkte Wahrheit über den Aufbau des Weltmarktführers für Kinderfahrräder – von der Garage bis zu 150 Millionen Euro Umsatz. Markus erklärt, wie er gemeinsam mit Industriedesigner Christian Bezdeka aus einer simplen Beobachtung heraus eine Marke erschaffen hat, die heute jedes vierte Kinderfahrrad in Deutschland und jedes zweite in Österreich verkauft. Ohne Investoren, ohne Pitch-Deck, nur mit 500 Fahrrädern in der Garage – und dem unbedingten Willen, Kindern das beste Produkt zu geben. Besonders wertvoll: Seine ehrliche Reflexion über die ersten acht Jahre komplett ohne externe Investoren – finanziert durch Privatkredite, Crowdfunding und maximale Verschuldung. Markus spricht offen über die Realität hinter den Kulissen: Drei bis vier Jahre ohne Gehalt, Fahrräder in zusammengeschnittenen KTM-Kartons verschickt, nachts in der Garage schrauben nach 12-Stunden-Tagen bei Opel. Er erklärt, warum Top-Line-Growth wichtiger war als Profitabilität, wie sie durch jeden einzelnen Kunden persönlich betreut haben – teilweise Fahrräder in der Mittagspause nach Hause gefahren – und warum der Wiederverkaufswert ihrer Räder so hoch ist, dass Eltern sie sofort wieder loswerden. Die wichtigste Strategie: Aus der Sicht des Kindes denken – kleinere Griffe, leichtere Rahmen, bessere Ergonomie – und den Eltern ein Sorglos-Package bieten, das sie nie wieder über Kinderfahrräder nachdenken lässt. Besonders eindrucksvoll: Seine persönliche Journey vom Marketingdirektor bei Opel – der mit einem Flugzeug das GTI-Treffen am Wörthersee crashte – zum Vollzeit-Gründer, der seinen sicheren Job aufgab, während seine Frau die Familie versorgte. Markus spricht offen über die größte Herausforderung: Finanzierung – wie sie mit Privatkrediten in Millionenhöhe gewachsen sind, weil Banken und Investoren nicht an sie glaubten. Er erklärt, warum er nie wieder studieren würde – weder Bachelor noch MBA – und stattdessen direkt in Sales oder in ein Startup einsteigen würde. Die wichtigste Erkenntnis: "Ego ablegen, einfach machen und jeden einzelnen Kunden glücklich machen." Heute gründen Markus und Christian mit Pop-Top – höhenverstellbare Schreibtische für Kinder – das erste von zehn geplanten Startups in den nächsten Jahren. Ein radikales Plädoyer für Naivität, Mut und die Kunst, eine Marke zu bauen, die nicht von Marketing lebt, sondern von echter Mission und kompromissloser Qualität. Kapitel: 00:00:00 Intro: Vom Marketing Director zum Fahrrad-Weltmarktführer 00:01:57 Die Gründungsidee: Warum bessere Kinderfahrräder? 00:05:30 Von der Garage zum ersten Verkauf: Die ersten 500 Fahrräder 00:07:28 Produktentwicklung aus Kindersicht: Ergonomie statt Miniatur-Erwachsenenrad 00:10:55 Die ersten Kunden gewinnen: Jeder einzelne zählt 00:20:16 Der große Schritt: Vom Opel-Job in die Selbstständigkeit 00:29:24 Finanzierung ohne Investoren: Privatkredite und Bootstrapping 00:38:15 Wachstumsschmerzen: Mitarbeiter, Lager und Cash-Flow 00:40:48 KI und die Zukunft des Unternehmertums 00:50:11 Ratschlag an junge Gründer: Startup statt Studium 01:00:50 Die nächsten 10 Startups: Von WOOM zu PopTop selbst&frei wird im Auftrag von Vivid Money produziert – dem Geschäftskonto für Unternehmer.

Get ready for a deep-dive "Crossover Special" as Beer, Blues, and BS joins forces with Howard's Cave of Wonder! This week, Howard Blues and LCL Geek are taking over the microphones to nerd out on everything from tabletop tactics to high-speed police chases. Plus, a huge announcement from Howard. The Triple B will never be the same! The duo breaks down the "Bismarck-Mandan pursuit" that literally happened right before recording, before pivoting into a masterclass on board games. Whether you're curious about the best player count for a D&D session, why some classic games like Catan might be overrated, or how to fix a chewed-up TMNT puzzle with nothing but PVA glue and sheer will—this episode has you covered. Plus, we're celebrating the launch of LCL Geek's new YouTube channel, "Local Lego Builder," and discussing the strange world of 3D printing and crowdfunding. Inside this episode: Gaming Deep Dive: Why 4th Edition D&D is actually good, the "overrated" status of Catan and Monopoly, and the best mechanics for your next game night. Lego News: LCL Geek officially launches his new channel, "Local Lego Builder," and shares the secrets of high-speed time-lapses. Bismarck Local: The inside scoop on a high-speed SWAT pursuit and a car appointment nightmare. Parenting Level 100: How to raise the next generation of gamers and why you should never let a baby near a TMNT puzzle.   Local Lego Builder - https://www.youtube.com/@locallegobuilder Recorded: 1.16.26 0:00 – Intro 2:37 – Breaking News: High Speed Pursuit 4:08 – What's on Tap? 7:39 – Howard's Thursday 12:30 – LCL Geek's New YouTube Channel 21:20 – Massive Darkness 23:16 – New Board Games 25:54 – Crowdfunding & 3D Printing 31:07 – D&D for Kids 33:12 – Our Role-Playing History 45:51 – What's on Tap? Round 2 49:34 - Howard's Big Announcement 1:01:09 – Howard's Hot Takes: Cave of Wonder Edition 1:17:05 – Hard Mode & Legacy Games 1:21:08 – Games at Work 1:25:08 – Cheap Plugs 1:28:39 – Final Thoughts   https://streamlabs.com/beerbluesbs https://beerbluesbs.podbean.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@BeerBluesBS?sub_confirmation=1 https://open.spotify.com/show/1pnho1ZzuGgThbLpXbAs3t https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Unmhz98iRYU97l18uJp99 https://www.twitch.tv/tuez13 https://www.youtube.com/@HowardsCaveofWonder?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.twitch.tv/krdneyewitnessweathernow 15:26 #BeerBluesAndBs #Podcast #TripleBBSPodcast #Podcast #ComedyPodcast #BeerPodcast #Brews #Laughs #BrewsAndLaughs #podcast #tripleb #Comedy #Beer #Blues #Bs #IPA #CraftBeer #BeerBluesBS #BoardGames #DnD #LegoBuilder #TabletopGaming #BismarckND #RPG #KingOfTokyo #GamingPodcast #NewBeginnings #DungeonsAndDragons #GamingCommunity #CrossoverEpisode #CraftBeer #DrekkerBrewing #Howardscaveofwonder #Lego #Legos #Hottakes

Eccoci al secondo capitolo del progetto In10cities, ovvero raccontare le città attraverso la storia della scienza. Dopo aver prodotto Berlino è la volta di Parigi.Se volette essere tra i produttori potete abbonarvi a:PARIS FILM = 12 €PARIS EXTRA = 27 €Trovate tutte le indicazioni su: https://www.associazioneatelier.it/in10cities/Se volete contattarci per una proiezione scriveteci a: associazioneatelier@gmail.com.

What if your money could do more than sit in a retirement account?This month on Smart Women Talk, we're joined by Marcia Dawood, global leader in angel investing and author of Doing Good While Doing Well, for a conversation that will completely change how you think about investing.Marcia breaks down what angel investing actually is (no finance degree required), why women are uniquely wired to be exceptional investors, and how anyone—yes, even with as little as $100—can invest in ideas, founders, and innovations they care about.You'll learn:What angel investing really means (and how it's different from Shark Tank)Why women founders receive only ~2% of venture capital—and how that can changeHow to start investing with your values, not just your walletCreative ways to invest using donor-advised funds, IRAs, and equity crowdfundingSimple, low-risk first steps to explore this world without feeling overwhelmedIf you've ever wanted your money to reflect what matters most to you, this episode is a must-listen.Marcia Dawood is an early-stage investor and national leader in expanding women's access to capital, now championing a bold new message with her forthcoming book, Unapologetic Wealth: Rewrite Your Money Story from Any Beginning  (March 10, 2026).As Chair of the SEC's Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee, a venture partner with Mindshift Capital, and chair emeritus of the Angel Capital Association, she has helped rewrite the rules of who gets to build and benefit from innovation.She founded the ACA's Growing Women's Capital Group and has invested in more than 50 early-stage companies and funds, always pushing for diversity, impact, and financial agency. Marcia is also the award-winning author of Do Good While Doing Well and a TEDx speaker whose work inspires women to step into wealth with confidence and zero apology.Connect with Marcia at MarciaDawood.com.DISCLAIMER: The information Smart Women's Empowerment and Smart Women Talk provides is for general informational purposes only. All information is provided in good faith; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHALL WE HAVE ANY LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY LOSS OR DAMAGE OF ANY KIND INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THE USE OF OR RELIANCE ON ANY INFORMATION PROVIDED SOLELY AT YOUR OWN RISK. We cannot and do not offer financial and/or medical advice. The information is provided for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice. Accordingly, we encourage you to consult with the appropriate professionals before taking any actions based on such information.

In this episode, Jason Fishman interviews Bob Cohen, a business advisor at Braintree, discussing the intricacies of entrepreneurship, crowdfunding, and capital formation. Bob shares his journey into the world of investment crowdfunding, the importance of capital in entrepreneurship, and the role of incubators in supporting startups. They explore the challenges entrepreneurs face in raising capital, the significance of building relationships with investors, and the necessity of testing business ideas before scaling.  The conversation also touches on the evolving landscape of FinTech and cryptocurrency, emphasizing the need for coachability and strategic planning in the entrepreneurial journey. Takeaways - Entrepreneurship consists of three parts: idea, management, and capital. - Many entrepreneurs struggle with capital raising due to lack of knowledge and networks. - Crowdfunding has evolved to become more accessible for typical entrepreneurs. - Building relationships with investors is crucial for success. - Coachability is a key trait for entrepreneurs seeking support. - Testing business ideas through minimal viable products is essential. - Scaling requires hiring the right people and building a strong team. - Networking and establishing credibility can lead to investment opportunities. - The lean startup model encourages testing before full-scale development. - Maintaining a day job can provide stability while pursuing entrepreneurial ventures. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Entrepreneurship and Crowdfunding 07:33 The Importance of Capital in Entrepreneurship 12:23 Navigating the Crowdfunding Landscape 19:02 Exploring FinTech and Cryptocurrency 24:11 Building Relationships with Investors 29:17 Key Factors for Incubator Success 33:07 Testing and Validating Business Ideas 39:55 Scaling Your Business Effectively Social and Website: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobcohenbt/ Website: http://www.braintreepartners.org

Faith Liu is a writer/director who has written feature films for Blumhouse, FilmNation, Sony Pictures Animation, and Disney. Her directorial debut short “Sundowning” is available online at CryptTV's YouTube channel after a successful festival run. She was a member of the CAPE New Writers Fellowship and Christina Hodson and Margot Robbie's Lucky Exports Pitch Program. Today we are getting into how Faith landed paid distribution for her short film, how she got connected with opportunities to write features for major studios in traditional Hollywood and what she thinks there is to gain from the film festival circuit. EPISODE BREAKDOWN: 1:31 START2:00 - Sundowning, Faith's horror-with-a-heart proof of concept short now out on CryptTV4:10 - Getting paid distribution for a short: CryptTV6:07 - What to gain from film festivals (especially genre festivals)13:20 - Winning the Wes Craven Award16:44 - Going from screenwriter to writer-director19:10 - Crowdfunding $40k for Sundowning23:20 - Signing with Faith's longtime manager Max Goldfarb26:33 - First jobs in support staff on writers rooms of “Warrior” and “Better Call Saul”29:59 - Caren Dulles? 33:50 - CAPE (Coalition for Asian Pacific in Entertainment) New Writers Program & how to pitch yourself in 3 minutes42:15 - Getting connected with writing for multiple Hollywood studios & landing Open Writing Assignment pitches48:10 - Getting into Margot Robbie's Lucky Chap Pitch Program & women who write action51:40 - Faith's advice for screenwriters54:14 - How living situation has impacted creativity 56:00 - What helped Faith persevere 59:04 - TIME CAPSULE

Kontext ist ganz entscheidend dafür, wie wir Aussagen und Handlungen, Sachverhalte und Ereignisse bewerten. Ohne Kontext sind weder faire Urteile noch mündige Entscheidungen möglich. Warum blenden wir ihn dennoch so häufig aus? Katrin hat ein paar psychologische und evolutionsbiologische Erklärungen dafür. Wir sprechen darüber, warum Kontext der Funktionslogik von Social Media widerspricht und warum Journalismus so häufig an seinen eigenen Ansprüchen scheitert. Alexandra sieht Kontext zudem als etwas, das in Begegnungen zwischen Menschen entsteht, in Subkulturen und in der Kunst, und dessen interaktive Schaffung ein Ausdruck von Freiheit ist. Könnte die Gesellschaft gerechter und gelassener sein, wenn wir Kontext ernster nehmen würden? Unterstützt uns!Anekdotisch evident kostet im Moment mehr, als es über Crowdfunding einbringt – ihr könnt uns dabei helfen, das zu ändern. Damit es anekdotisch evident weiterhin gibt. Am besten direkt an hauseins (Verwendungszweck „anekdotisch evident“) oder mit einem Abo bei steady.Shownotes: Diskursmonitor: Glossar: KontextualisierenPodcast: Die WochendämmerungCICERO: Der Dreck bleibt haften: Interview mit Marie-Luise Vollbrechttaz: Rechtes Internet feiert die "Ostmulle"Wikipedia: Resting Bitch FaceWikipedia: BitchDeutschlandfunk: Behemoth im PorträtRevolvermag: Twin Temple: Satanic Doo-WopSein und Streit (Podcast): Hartmut Rosa über schwindende SpielräumeWind und Wurzeln: Wie wir Scheindebatten und Tibalismus stoppenHanser: Bernhard Pörksen: Zuhören Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is a short bonus episode with a very specific purpose. Patrick Tyndall and I are in the middle of a GoFundMe campaign to get us back to Los Angeles to finish filming Not Your Average Joe, our documentary about legendary production designer Joe Alves. This episode is me explaining where the project is at, what we've already achieved, and why this upcoming LA trip feels so important. We'll be in Los Angeles from 22–28 February 2026, filming interviews and B-roll that cover some key chapters of Joe's life and career, including:Joe's short but intense motor racing career, including racing alongside Dickie SmothersThe story of Joe introducing a major Hollywood actor to racing, setting them on a path to a serious motorsport careerAn interview with Alec Gillis the effects artist who built the articulated sharks for Jaws 3A conversation with Ann Dusenberry, who worked closely with Joe on Jaws 2An interview with Dean Cundey, cinematographer on Escape from New YorkOngoing efforts to involve Steven Spielberg in the projectThe documentary has only been shot over a relatively small number of days so far, all fitted around regular jobs and family life, but the material we've captured already has been incredible. This next trip is about joining the dots and getting the remaining pieces that will allow us to bring Joe's story properly over the finish line. At the time of recording, the GoFundMe is sitting at around $1,000, and we need roughly $3,000 to make the trip work. Any contribution helps, but just as importantly, sharing the campaign on social media genuinely makes a difference. If you've ever enjoyed the podcast, the articles, or the behind-the-scenes conversations, this is me asking for a bit of help to make sure this story gets told. Donate here!This podcast is completely independent and made possible by listener support. If you'd like to help me keep making these episodes, you can join my Patreon community here: https://patreon.com/jamiebenning Watch more on YouTube:Check out the Filmumentaries YouTube channel for behind-the-scenes clips and extra content: https://youtube.com/filmumentariesAll my links

El crowdfunding inmobiliario crece en el Perú con innovación tecnológica. Gerardo Loaiza, cofundador de Prestopolis, nos habla de las oportunidades de inversión que poseen los peruanos.

Peter Dering is the Founder & CEO of Peak Design. Peak Design is one of the most successful crowdfunded brands ever, with $60M raised on Kickstarter and revenue now surpassing $100M. Peter has built a design-first, sustainability-led company that continues to push boundaries in product, brand, and climate impact. We get into Peak Design's unconventional crowdfunding strategy, its approach to sustainability, retail expansion, and how Peter leads a purpose-driven brand at scale. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In 2024 haalde Emmanuelle Ghislain, de CEO van Pulse Foundation, de wereldwijde beweging FuckUp Nights naar België om het taboe rond falen te doorbreken. Op zo'n avond komen vier of vijf ondernemers hun verhaal doen. Er vinden tientallen avonden per jaar plaats, over heel België. “Bij de eerste editie moest ik een veertigtal mensen bellen voor ik één ja kreeg”, herinnert Emmanuelle Ghislain zich. “Het was supermoeilijk om mensen ervan te overtuigen hun moeilijkheden te delen. Ondernemers houden graag de schijn op. Ze praten liever over hun successen. Fake it, till you make it. Gelukkig durven meer en meer mensen het aan om kwetsbaar en eerlijk te zijn.” Pulse Foundation probeert sinds 2021 met Revival ondernemers na een faillissement een tweede kans te geven, via begeleiding naar een job in loondienst of een doorstart als ondernemer. Volgens Emmanuelle Ghislain is er nog altijd te weinig aandacht voor het mentale welzijn van ondernemers. “Er wordt heel veel gesproken over het starten van een bedrijf. Er is heel veel hulp voorhanden in die fase. Zo'n start is opwindend, maar er moet ook meer aandacht zijn voor de volgende fases.” Trends is een podcastkanaal van de redactie van Trends. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Wild Rye designs stylish, sustainable outdoor gear for women, growing 30% to 50% annually through strong partnerships and community-driven fundraising.For more on Wild Rye and show notes click here  Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.

Jade and I discuss four boy group comebacks starting with Oneus' single album and last release under RBW, Alpha Drive One's highly anticipated debut album, Euphoria, EXO's 6 member album, REVERXE, and Enhypen's The Sin: Vanish. Lastly, we discuss JustB's US tour, the crowd funding technique for choosing the top 15 cities and our thoughts on how this method seems to be problematic and doesn't sit right with us.

Make a Logo on Fiverr At CES 2026, Eureka Park inside the Venetian lower level once again proves why it's the heartbeat of global innovation. This is where new companies, international companies and bold ideas collide—where today's prototypes could become tomorrow's household names. From AI-powered storage to wearable robotics and smart grooming tools, the show floor is packed with new innovations that feel straight out of the future. Modue Modular Control Panel Content creators and power users, take note. Modue introduces a modular desktop control system that snaps together magnetically, letting you mix and match buttons, sliders and jog wheels into one customizable interface. With support for up to 16 modules on a single connection, users can build a workflow tailored to streaming, editing or production. Starting at $500 for a four-module set, it's a Kickstarter-ready concept that could reshape how creators interact with their tools. Check it out here ZetLab AI NAS: Smarter Storage for Creators Network-attached storage isn't new—but AI-enhanced NAS is. ZetLab's AI NAS lineup brings intelligent file detection, duplicate recognition and expandable storage up to 200TB depending on the model. With multiple RAID options, up to 16GB RAM and powerful processing under the hood, it's designed for video-heavy users who need organization and speed. Pricing starts at $429, making it a compelling option for studios looking to modernize their storage game. Check it out here Subtle VoiceBuds: Hear Only You In a crowded convention hall, Subtle's Voice Buds do something remarkable—they isolate only your voice for transcription and recording, even when someone is shouting next to you. Using machine learning and multi-mic processing, the earbuds require no training and ship this spring for $199. For journalists, creators and remote workers, this could be a breakthrough in clean audio capture. Check it out here Soul Mobility Hybrid Wheelchair Soul Mobility bridges manual and powered mobility with a foldable hybrid wheelchair system. Adjustable ride height, drop-down joystick controls and a travel-friendly design make it practical for everyday use and air travel. At $9,300, it's a premium innovation aimed at giving users greater flexibility without sacrificing performance. Dephy Bionic Walking System One of the most eye-catching innovations at Eureka Park is Dephy's wearable walking assist system. Strapped around the lower leg, the device uses AI-driven power assistance to reduce fatigue while walking. Ideal for professionals on their feet all day—or even CES attendees logging miles on the show floor—the $4,500 system includes battery and shoe integration for a fully powered stride. More info here Shoe Steamer: Deep Clean Without Chemicals Forget tossing sneakers into the washing machine. The Shoe Steamer uses water-based steam—no chemicals, no detergents—to lift grime from leather, suede and athletic shoes. With drying cycles built in, it doubles as a post-rain rescue unit. Pre-orders are set at $699, targeting sneakerheads and anyone serious about shoe care. SYNC AI Pelvic Health Belt In the sports and health section, SYNC introduces a wearable AI-powered belt focused on pelvic and core recovery. Featuring heat, compression and guided app-based coaching, it's designed for wellness support during training or recovery. It's another example of how CES 2026 continues to expand into personalized health tech. Pavo Foldable Pilates System Pavo brings Pilates home with a foldable, intelligent reformer that slides under a bed when not in use. Smart tracking and guided workouts aim to replicate studio-quality sessions in a compact design. Early bird Kickstarter pricing starts at $899, positioning it squarely in the connected fitness category. Farseer ROCX AI Tracking Camera Birdwatchers and outdoor shooters get an upgrade with Farseer's ROCX system. Featuring three-axis gimbal stabilization, 50x zoom and AI-powered auto-tracking, the lightweight unit keeps fast-moving subjects in frame. Crowdfunding begins in February, with pricing ranging from $399 to $799 depending on configuration. FotoStax Motion 3D Prints Fotostax reimagines printed photography with motion and 3D effects. Using a smartphone and a companion device, users can create flip-style and dimensional prints reminiscent of classic lenticular postcards—but powered by modern imaging. The Kickstarter-bound system is expected to launch around $200. Sign up Here Glide Smart Hair Clipper Yes, AI is cutting hair now. Glide introduces what it calls the world's first smart hair clipper, featuring auto fade, real-time AI coaching and an app-controlled trimming system. Designed to make at-home fades easier—even for beginners—the system is expected to launch summer 2026 between $150 and $200, with early deposits locking in lower pricing. Eureka Park at CES 2026 remains the launchpad for new innovations, new companies and ambitious international startups looking to make their mark. From bionic footwear and hybrid mobility systems to smart hair clippers and AI storage, this is where the future gets its first public test run. Get Hair Cut Here Check out the Geekazine Merch, including "I AM AI " T-Shirt.  Thanks for reading! Don't forget to subscribe to Geekazine: RSS Feed - YouTubeTwitter - Facebook Tip Me via Paypal.me Send a Tip via Venmo RSS Bandwidth by Cachefly Get a 14 Day Trial Be a Patreon: Part of the Sconnie Geek Nation! Reviews: Geekazine gets products in to review. Opinions are of Geekazine.com. Sponsored content will be labeled as such. 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Daniel Harmon is the creator and showrunner of Tuttle Twins TV Show, an award-winning cartoon that teaches kids about principles of freedom and economics. Tuttle Twins is based on the book series that has sold over 5 million copies. In 2020, Tuttle Twins set a record as the #1 crowdfunded kids show in the world! Daniel is a creative entrepreneur and co-founded Harmon Brothers, a renowned video advertising agency that has driven billions of views and over $700 million in sales. Daniel is also a co-founder of VidAngel and Angel Studios. To learn more about Tuttle Twins, go to angel.com/tuttletwins or you can download the Angel app and watch the first few seasons for free! Additional notes from the show: Daniel and Lauren discussed a children's show concept featuring a grandmother with a time-traveling wheelchair who takes her grandchildren back in time to learn lessons from historical figures like Benjamin Franklin and Harriet Tubman. They agreed that the show would need to be entertaining enough to compete with platforms like Netflix and Disney+ while incorporating educational principles that are not currently being taught in public schools. Daniel emphasized that the show's goal is to provide parents with a resource to pass on their values to their children, comparing it to the original Spider-Man's theme of "with great power comes great responsibility." Engaging Children and Parents Through Storytelling Daniel discussed the educational approach of his show, emphasizing its appeal to both children and parents through humor and storytelling. He highlighted the show's focus on critical thinking and its success in engaging parents, with over 80% of episodes watched by parents alongside their children. Daniel also explained the role of the Angel Guild, a group of paying members who act as gatekeepers for new content, ensuring that only episodes deemed to "amplify light" are released. Lauren learned that the first three seasons are available for free on the Angel app, while the fourth season requires Angel Guild membership to access. Crowdfunding and Content Development Challenges Daniel explained the history of crowdfunding for media content, highlighting successful campaigns for TV shows like The Chosen and Tuttle Twins. He noted that BitAngel, a filtering company, eventually merged with the original content development company to avoid potential conflicts between their business models. The discussion touched on the challenges of managing both filtering and original content development under one company. Clean Content Demand and Split Daniel explained that VidAngel was split into two separate companies, with the original content side becoming Angel, where his show now lives. He noted that there is a high demand for clean content, with approximately half of the United States wanting parental controls in the early days of Angel. Lauren observed that this situation illustrated Romans 8:28, highlighting how God can bring beauty from difficult circumstances, and asked Daniel about the demand for clean content compared to what Hollywood produces, to which Daniel confirmed the demand is high, particularly among values-based audiences. Uplifting Content for Universal Appeal Daniel discussed Angel's mission to create content that amplifies light and uplifts audiences, emphasizing stories with good morals, ethics, and values, similar to Disney's historical approach. He highlighted that such content appeals to a broad audience beyond religious or Christian viewers. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

What if your neighborhood could raise the money it needs without waiting for grants or traditional funding? Kathleen Minogue, founder of Crowdfund Better, explains how crowdfunding builds financial resilience while strengthening community bonds and local ownership. ADDITIONAL SHOW NOTES Local Recommendations:‍ Common Ground Coffee & Market‍ Idaho Capital Asian Market‍ Oldspeak Book Beer Bar‍ Boise Farmer's Market Crowdfund Better (site) Tiffany Owens Reed (Instagram) Do you know someone who would make for a great Bottom-Up Revolution guest? Let us know here!   This podcast is made possible by Strong Towns members. Thank you!

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In this special episode of Takeaway Chinese, we're going to learn how to say "crowdfunding" in Chinese.

Misstrauen gegen die Nachbarn, Entfremdung in der Familie, langjährige Freundschaften, die über Meinungsverschiedenheiten zerbrechen: Seit der Corona-Pandmie machen wir soziale Erfahrungen, die wir als Ausdruck gesellschaftlicher Spaltung deuten. Dabei kommen soziologische Studien zu gänzlich anderen Befunden, die Gesellschaft sei gar nicht so gespalten, wie es uns scheint. Im Gespräch denken wir über diesen scheinbaren Widerspruch nach und beleuchten die Hintergründe unterschiedlicher Wahrnehmungen. Lässt sich gegen Spaltungstendenzen und Polarisierung überhaupt etwas tun? Während Katrin dafür plädiert, Kategorien von „Entweder/Oder“ fallen zu lassen und sie durch „Sowohl als auch“ zu ersetzen, fragt Alexandra, ob Demokratie mit ihrem Anspruch auf Integration und Partizipation der „Massen“ ohne Polarisierung überhaupt möglich ist. Unterstützt uns!Anekdotisch evident kostet im Moment mehr, als es über Crowdfunding einbringt – ihr könnt uns dabei helfen, das zu ändern. Damit es anekdotisch evident weiterhin gibt. Am besten direkt an hauseins (Verwendungszweck „anekdotisch evident“) oder mit einem Abo bei steady.Shownotes:Suhrkamp: Steffan Mau, Thomas Lux & Linus Westheuser: Triggerpunkte DIW / Marcel Fratzscher: Wie gespalten ist Deutschland wirklich? Quarks: Hass, Wut und Spaltung: Driften wir immer weiter auseinander? Suhrkamp: Nils Kumkar: Polarisierung. Die Ordnung der Politik Wikipedia: Cleavage-Theorie Bundeszentrale für politische Bildung: Lassen sich Parteien noch klassifizieren? ISI / Fraunhofer: Wie gespalten ist die deutsche Gesellschaft – und was bedeutet das für die Transformationsbereitschaft der Energie- und Mobilitätswende? Wind und Wurzeln: Gegen die gesellschaftliche Spaltung: Wie wir Scheindebatten und Tribalismus stoppen Youtube / TED: That Open Secret About Political Polarization | Jake Teeny Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The UK Investor Magazine was delighted to be joined by David Spickett, Founder of TheCarCrowd, to discuss the company's crowdfunding campaign and how TheCarCrowd is democratising collectible car investment.Learn more about TheCarCrowd here.David reveals how fractional ownership is democratising access to one of the world's most resilient alternative asset classes.In this conversation, David explains why collectible cars have historically delivered strong returns but remained locked away from everyday investors, and how TheCarCrowd's proprietary technology platform is changing that.With over 40 cars funded and nearly 6,000 members, he shares key insights on transforming a niche concept into a scalable business, the complexity of building a fractional-ownership infrastructure that actually works, and why uncertain markets are driving accelerated demand for tangible, passion-driven investments.David also discusses the strategic decision to build their own tech platform, Syndi, its potential applications beyond cars, and why now is the right time to open TheCarCrowd to investors.We also learn of an exciting update on the technology's SaaS rollout to new partners.Visit TheCarCrowd's Crowdfunding page here.He outlines where new capital raised during the crowdfunding campaign will have the biggest impact and shares his vision for what success looks like as the business scales into its next phase of growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Prince: Solving problems by identifying pain points and creating solutions.The entertainment industry is evolving, and CineBlock Films is at the forefront of this transformation. The platform, created by Prince Ace, is democratizing access to entertainment investments, allowing everyday people to invest in films, video games, and other media projects. By leveraging regulation crowdfunding, CineBlock Films empowers independent creators to raise capital directly from the crowd.“This is a marketplace that we created to allow everyday retail investors to be able to invest in entertainment media from the ground up or at distribution at any stage of the production process,” Prince explained. “This allows you to be a part of it, a meaningful part of the process, and invest in what you watch.”In today's episode, Prince shared how CineBlock Films is designed to remove traditional barriers in the entertainment industry. Historically, financing for films and media projects was often reserved for wealthy individuals or institutions, leaving independent creators struggling to secure funding. Prince emphasized that crowdfunding not only levels the playing field but also creates opportunities for creators to maintain autonomy and ownership of their work.“Instead of having one person give me a million dollars, I'd rather have 1,000 people give me $1,000,” Prince said. “Now I have 1,000 people that are an army, that are fans, that are engaged, that are going to champion this project and market it to all their social networks.”Prince Ace, Founder of CineBlock Films, will be speaking at SuperGreen Live, sharing insights on democratizing investment in films, media, and the creator economy through fintech innovation—register now at SuperGreenLive.orgWith CineBlock Films, investors can back projects that align with their values and interests. Whether it's an AI-driven feature film, a documentary about climate change, or a multicultural musical drama, CineBlock Films enables everyday investors to participate in the creative process. The platform's inaugural offering, an AI-produced film called Awake, is already generating excitement.CineBlock Films is more than a crowdfunding platform—it's a movement. By giving retail investors the chance to support creative projects, Prince is reshaping the entertainment landscape. As he put it, “This allows them to now have autonomy and agency in their creative process, as well as in their returns.”If you've ever dreamed of being part of the next big blockbuster or an impactful indie film, CineBlock Films offers a unique opportunity to invest in entertainment and make a difference.tl;dr:CineBlock Films democratizes entertainment investments, allowing retail investors to support films and media projects.Prince Ace explains how crowdfunding empowers independent creators to retain ownership and creative control.New offerings on CineBlock Films include an AI-produced feature film and impactful documentaries.Prince's superpower is problem solving, which he uses to overcome challenges and create innovations.Prince encourages identifying pain points, iterating on solutions, and seeking feedback to solve problems.How to Develop Problem Solving As a SuperpowerPrince Ace describes his superpower as solving problems by identifying pain points and creating solutions. “When people have a problem, [I focus on] finding those pain points and [creating] a solution for that,” he explained. Prince shared that his approach involves iterating on ideas, going back to fundamentals, and being open to feedback.Prince shared how he faced challenges in financing an independent film. Frustrated by the traditional “dog and pony show” of pitching to wealthy investors, he envisioned a solution: a crowdfunding platform for entertainment projects. By writing a white paper, seeking feedback, and assembling a talented team, Prince turned his vision into reality. The result was CineBlock Films, a platform that empowers creators and retail investors alike.Tips for Developing Problem-Solving Skills:Identify pain points and write them down to clarify the problem.Use a structured, iterative process to brainstorm solutions.Return to fundamentals when blocked to find a clear path forward.Seek feedback from others to gain new perspectives and refine ideas.Embrace pivots and remain open to alternative approaches.By following Prince's example and advice, you can make problem solving a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfilePrince Ace (he/him):Founder, CineBlock FilmsAbout CineBlock Films: A marketplace for investable media security offerings. Everyday investors, fans, and audiences in the US can legally fund or invest in films, tv shows, video games, studios, and more. Invest in what you watch.Website: cineblockfilms.comBiographical Information: A industry disruptor with a passion for entertainment media and financial technology. He is a former portfolio and finance manager, an indie film producer, a promoter, and creator of the CineBlock platform. As an early investor and contributor to the ai and web3 movement, Prince has been on the pioneering side of fintech, AI, and the creator economy.LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/princeaceSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include Crowdfunding Made Simple. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact Members(We're grateful for every one of these community champions who make this work possible.)Brian Christie, Brainsy | Cameron Neil, Lend For Good | Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Hiten Sonpal, RISE Robotics | John Berlet, CORE Tax Deeds, LLC. | Justin Starbird, The Aebli Group | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Mark Grimes, Networked Enterprise Development | Matthew Mead, Hempitecture | Michael Pratt, Qnetic | Mike Green, Envirosult | Dr. Nicole Paulk, Siren Biotechnology | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Sharon Samjitsingh, Health Care Originals | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.SuperCrowdHour, January 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern. Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., will lead a session on “From $10 to Impact: How Anyone Can Become an Impact Investor.” Drawing on his experience as an investment banker, impact investor, and community-building leader, Devin will explain how everyday people can start investing small amounts to support mission-driven companies while pursuing financial returns. In this session, he'll break down the basics of regulated investment crowdfunding, show how impact and profit can align, and share practical steps for identifying opportunities that create real-world change. As an added benefit, attendees can become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd for just $4.58 per month to receive an exclusive private Zoom meeting invitation with Devin, free tickets to paid SuperCrowd events, and the opportunity to directly support social entrepreneurs, community builders, and underrepresented founders.SuperGreen Live, January 22–24, 2026, livestreaming globally. Organized by Green2Gold and The Super Crowd, Inc., this three-day event will spotlight the intersection of impact crowdfunding, sustainable innovation, and climate solutions. Featuring expert-led panels, interactive workshops, and live pitch sessions, SuperGreen Live brings together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and activists to explore how capital and climate action can work hand in hand. With global livestreaming, VIP networking opportunities, and exclusive content, this event will empower participants to turn bold ideas into real impact. Don't miss your chance to join tens of thousands of changemakers at the largest virtual sustainability event of the year. Learn more about sponsoring the event here. Interested in speaking? Apply here. Support our work with a tax-deductible donation here.Demo Day at SuperGreen Live. Apply now to present at the SuperGreen Live Demo Day session on January 22! The application window is closing soon; apply today at 4sc.fun/sgdemo. The Demo Day session is open to innovators in the field of climate solutions and sustainability who are NOT currently raising under Regulation Crowdfunding.SuperCrowd Impact Member Networking Session: Impact (and, of course, Max-Impact) Members of the SuperCrowd are invited to a private networking session on January 27th at 1:30 PM ET/10:30 AM PT. Mark your calendar. We'll send private emails to Impact Members with registration details.Community Event CalendarSuccessful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.Join C-AR Annual Reporting: Requirements, Deadlines, and Lessons Learned from the Field on January 14, 2026, an informative online webinar designed to help crowdfunding issuers and professionals clearly understand C-AR annual reporting requirements, key deadlines, and real-world insights to stay compliant and prepared.Join UGLY TALK: Women Tech Founders in San Francisco on January 29, 2026, an energizing in-person gathering of 100 women founders focused on funding strategies and discovering SuperCrowd as a powerful alternative for raising capital.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 10,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.Manage the volume of emails you receive from us by clicking here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. 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Jason Fishman is a new-media strategist who leads DNA in Los Angeles, a go-to firm for eCommerce brands, digital assets, and crowdfunding-driven growth. He's helped power more than 500 successful crowdfunding campaigns, collectively raising nine figures through data-driven marketing strategies that scale. A frequent speaker at major crowdfunding conferences and a contributor to the Forbes Agency Council, Jason specializes in breaking down where modern PR meets performance marketing—and how brands can leverage both when investment and visibility matter most.The PR Podcast is a show about how the news gets made. We talk with great PR people, reporters, and communicators about how the news gets made and strategies for publicity that drive business goals. Host ⁠⁠Jody Fisher⁠⁠ is the founder of Jody Fisher PR and works with clients across the healthcare, higher education, financial services, real estate, entertainment, and non-profit verticals. Join the conversation on ⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ at @ThePRPodcast.Jason FishmanWebsite: https://www.jasonfishman.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasonfishman/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JasonFishmanTwitter/X: https://x.com/JasonFishmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonfishmanDigital Niche AgencyWebsite: https://www.digitalnicheagency.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/digital-niche-agency/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DigitalNicheAgencyTwitter/X: https://x.com/DigitalNicheInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitalnicheagencyThe PR PodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThePRPodcast/Twitter: https://x.com/ThePRPodcast1Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprpodcast_/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theprpodcast?

Die Themen: Verwirrung um ein Crowdfunding für Mickey Rourkes Mietschulden sorgt für öffentliche Widersprüche; der Musikfilm „Song Sung Blue“ feiert die lebensrettende Kraft von Neil-Diamond-Songs; the 25 worst items pulled from people's butts in 2025; Arbeitsmarktforscherin prognostiziert, dass KI alle Jobs radikal verändern wird; und die 40 meist erwarteten Serien des Jahres 2026 Du möchtest mehr über unsere Werbepartner erfahren? Hier findest du alle Infos & Rabatte: https://linktr.ee/ApokalypseundFilterkaffee

Cleveland Whiskey was my first-ever equity crowdfunding investment (May 16, 2016), and founder/CEO Tom Lix has sent detailed quarterly updates ever since. In this episode, we cover 00:00–03:03 why Tom built a technology company in spirits—not just another craft label; 03:03–06:09 how pressure-aging in stainless tanks unlocks flavors from non-oak woods (black cherry, hickory, apple) and produces great whiskey in hours not years; 06:09–09:27 the pivot to concentrates and why India's “Indian-Made Foreign Liquor” niche is a game-changer for price and margin; 09:27–12:47 the new 45,000 sq. ft. Cleveland facilities, 12× capacity today with room to double again, plus how shorter cycle times unlock multi-shift throughput; 12:47–16:09 resilience through a U.S. whiskey slump, tariffs, and changing consumer trends; 16:09–20:03 valuation, real-estate upside on Cleveland's waterfront, and IP; and 20:03–28:19 the founder mindset—why Tom keeps going and how global demand (India, SE Asia, Africa) can drive the next chapter.

Nominaciones a premios, La evolución del crowdfunding en Kickstarter y Gamefound y recomendaciones de cartas en el último programa de 2024.Analizamos nuestras nominaciones en los Premios del Miskatónico (medio de divulgación y mejor actividad por el campamento) y su posición 11 en los premios iVoox sin presentarnos.David comenta el artículo de Jamie Stegmaier sobre como hacer un buen Kickstarter o Gamefound, debatiendo si los diseñadores deben enfocarse en crear juegos o en su marketing. La conversación deriva hacia el modelo de negocio de Kickstarter: ¿por qué tantos juegos crowdfunding fracasan comercialmente tras una campaña exitosa? Se analiza la saturación del mercado y qué hace que un juego triunfe: accesibilidad, precio competitivo y experiencia de juego sólida.Recomendaciones destacadas en juegos de cartas por Clint y una de Kalino:- Keyforge Adventures (modo solitario contra IA)- Lorcana con la expansión Palace of the Beast (solitario y cooperativo)- Vampiro: The Eternal StruggleSumario:00:00:00 - Inicio00:03:17 - Este año no ha habido cajas sorpresa00:05:23 - Nos nominan00:09:59 - Los errores del crowdfunding00:32:24 - Juegos en solitario minimalistas00:33:57 - Skara Brae00:52:50 - The Great Library01:05:47 - La casa Orange Vencerá01:28:48 - LorcanaLibro recomendado: "El infinito en un junco" de Irene Vallejo, sobre la historia del libro en el mundo antiguo.Participan: David Arribas, Kalino, Clint Barton y Amarillo.

Send us a textClimate change is a global problem—but climate capital doesn't flow globally.In this episode of FUTUREPROOF., Jeremy sits down with Lassor Feasley, co-founder and CEO of Renewables.org, to unpack why some of the highest-impact climate solutions on Earth remain dramatically underfunded.Renewables.org applies a Kiva-style crowdfunding model to distributed solar projects across the Global South. Individuals can invest as little as $25 into no-interest loans that fund solar installations—and are repaid monthly over five years, allowing capital to be recycled again and again.Lassor explains why:A dollar invested in Global South solar can deliver up to 5x the carbon impact of a comparable U.S. projectTraditional climate fintech and ESG models break down in frontier marketsRepayment isn't just financial—it's proof of impactDesign, not just technology, determines whether climate solutions scaleThis conversation goes beyond solar panels to explore systems, incentives, trust, and the future of climate finance—and why everyday individuals may be better positioned than institutions to fund the energy transition where it matters most.If climate change is a race against time, this episode asks a harder question: are we deploying capital where it actually counts?

Send us a textFundraising doesn't have to be a black box or a waiting game. We sit down with Woodie, co-founder of Crowdfund Capital Advisors and a key architect behind the JOBS Act crowdfunding rules, to map a founder-first path that fuses data, community, and disciplined execution. From Wall Street to Silicon Valley to Washington, Woodie's journey reveals why regulation crowdfunding has unlocked billions for startups in thousands of cities—and how the next wave of “influestors” will power growth far beyond traditional venture hubs.We dig into investor sentiment as a real-time signal of demand: daily check counts, dollars committed, and momentum curves that predict funding velocity and downstream success. Then we get practical about valuations—why sober pricing wins, how to benchmark with a 10,000-offering dataset, and the milestone-driven cadence that earns step-ups. You'll hear the three signals Woody watches before any meeting, the pitfalls of algorithmic overconfidence, and where human diligence—team, moat, market timing—still decides outcomes.The conversation flips the script on marketing too. Customers who become investors don't just write checks; they evangelize, bring sales, and defend your brand in public. We share the playbook for turning a raise into a launch, engaging comment threads as social proof, and structuring cap tables that signal either viral scale (many backers) or strategic conviction (larger checks). Expect candid talk on time costs, legal prep, and the founder mindset required to tune out naysayers while staying responsive and transparent.If you're building outside the usual VC corridors or simply want smarter capital, this is your roadmap: calibrate valuation with data, engineer sentiment with story, prove revenue momentum, and let your community carry the signal. Subscribe, share with a builder who needs this, and leave a review with the biggest funding question you want answered next.Support the show

Send us a textUnlock Proven Strategies for a Lucrative Business Exit—Subscribe to The Deep Wealth Podcast TodayHave Questions About Growing Profits And Maximizing Your Business Exit? Submit Them Here, and We'll Answer Them on the Podcast!“Calm down, it's OK, you've got this. You can do it, it will be OK.”- Sherwood NeissExclusive Insights from This Week's EpisodesWhat if the fastest path to raising capital has nothing to do with VCs, banks, or traditional gatekeepers? Sherwood “Woodie” Neiss helped write the law that unlocked billions in previously inaccessible funding, and in this explosive conversation he exposes the hidden playbook founders can use right now to raise capital directly from their communities.02:15 How Woodie went from Wall Street to Silicon Valley11:00 Why your customers may be your most powerful investors13:30 The fight to modernize 1933 securities laws22:00 The shock rise of healthcare and biotech in crowdfunding24:15 How investors become strategic partners28:00 The step-by-step of working with Crowdfund Capital Advisors31:00 What the algorithm revealed about VC follow-on rounds35:00 The Crowdfundomics equation explained42:00 Simple actions founders can take in the next 90 days43:00 Why today's capital markets are shifting faster than everClick here for full show notes, transcript, and resources:https://podcast.deepwealth.com/499Essential Resources to Maximize Your Business ExitLearn More About Deep Wealth MasteryFREE Deep Wealth eBook on Why You Suck At Selling Your Business And What You Can Do AboutUnlock Your Lucrative Exit and Secure Your Legacy

What happens when three outsiders try to reinvent access to money… during the worst financial crisis in decades?Before Kickstarter.Before GoFundMe.Before crowdfunding became a thing, there was Indiegogo, an idea born from frustration, inequity, and more than 93 rejections from investors.It was a funding platform built not for banks, studios or gatekeepers… but for everybody else.In this episode, co-founders Danae Ringelmann and Slava Rubin reveal the unpolished and often painful story behind Indiegogo — from digging into savings accounts, to fighting over strategy, to grinning and bearing it when their idea was dismissed as “cute.” You'll hear how their mission was shaped by loss of parents, financial instability, and a fundamental belief in fairness.How the 2008 crash nearly killed the company before it began.And how in the end, Indiegogo helped spark a massive cultural shift—proving that anyone, anywhere, could bring an idea to life.WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: How gatekeepers underestimate outsiders' ideasHow grief and personal history shape entrepreneurial courageHow to recover from 93 “no's” Why making money matters, but maintaining your values matters even more How co-founder conflict can sharpen (or break) a companyWhy Indiegogo didn't become Kickstarter — and what founders can learn from thatHow to know when it's time to walk away from your own companyTIMESTAMPS: 0:05:34 - Slava's childhood, and the deep loss that shaped his worldview0:09:00 - Danae's first lesson in leadership… from her dad's moving business0:12:43 - “Hollywood Meets Wall Street:” the emotional spark that led to Indiegogo0:18:43 - The Golden Gate conversation where Slava asked, “Why not put this on the internet?“ 0:32:56 - Building Indiegogo: mismatched personalities, big arguments, and the first 10 campaigns0:40:22 - The 2008 crash hits: 93 investor rejections and many moments of truth0:46:53 - Expanding beyond film: the inevitable pivot that ignited explosive growth0:54:04 - Internal evolution: roles, titles, hires, and the first taste of real scale 0:59:56 - Why the founders eventually stepped away — and why some opportunities were squandered1:05:19 - The legacy: how Indiegogo reshaped culture, creativity, and opportunity1:09:44 - Bonus: Small Business Spotlight This episode was produced by Katherine Sypher, with music by Ramtin Arablouei. It was edited by Neva Grant, with research help from Chris Maccini. Our engineers were Patrick Murray and Jimmy Keeley.Follow How I Built This:Instagram → @howibuiltthisX → @HowIBuiltThisFacebook → How I Built ThisFollow Guy Raz:Instagram → @guy.razYouTube → guy_razX → @guyrazSubstack → guyraz.substack.comWebsite → guyraz.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I don't do well with injustice.  -Christine Anastos 10 years ago, environmental engineer Christine Anastos knew something was wrong with her health.  When tests came back normal, her care team suggested Christine see a psychiatrist.   Her answer?  “There's nothing wrong with my brain.  I know my body well.”    It wasn't long before Christine was diagnosed with breast cancer.  The suspected cause?   Environmental hazards.   The company Christine was working for as an environmental engineer had been dumping toxins into the Hudson River, and she became a whistleblower, reaching a settlement and using those funds to do good.   Today, she is the founder of a public benefit corporation called www.connect-and-thrive.com.  The mission?  To bridge the gap between conventional medicine and a holistic approach to healing.   Says Christine:  “true healing is not a destination.  It is a lifelong journey. Balancing mind, body, and spirit is the key to becoming healthy again.” Her website is a marketplace where women find evidence-based healing modalities and products not usually covered by insurance. Crowdfunding campaigns called “Kitty Funds” make powerful healing possible. Says Christine:  “Success is making a positive difference in the lives of people who are suffering. Kindness matters.” #healing #breastcancer #hope #candyoterry 

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Justin: What I try to do is…bring that authenticity to our clients in everything that we do.Success in crowdfunding isn't just about having a great product or service—it's about building a community that rallies behind your mission. This idea was central to my conversation with Justin Starbird, CEO of The Aebli Group, in today's episode. Justin highlighted that the real “silver bullet” for a successful crowdfunding campaign is the strength of an engaged community.“From our experience, a lot of times that secret weapon…is the community that they have amassed around their mission,” Justin explained. He emphasized that mission-driven companies often have an edge because their stories resonate deeply with their supporters, creating a foundation for passionate engagement.Justin shared how his team works with companies to authentically communicate their vision and values in ways that connect with people. “It's really important to be able to tell a story that's compelling, that's authentic, that's true to who they are,” he said.Justin and his team recently worked with Organic Transit, a company bringing back its innovative solar-electric bicycle, the ELF. The company's founder, Rob Cotter, turned to crowdfunding after a challenging bankruptcy. With The Aebli Group's help, Organic Transit is now raising funds on Wefunder to scale its ELF 3.0—a modernized, Eco-friendly version of its original product. Justin noted that the campaign's success is rooted in the loyal community Organic Transit had already built, which helped them pre-sell over 800 vehicles and log 10 million miles.Through storytelling, community engagement, and a focus on authenticity, Justin and his team enable mission-driven companies to thrive. “At the end of the day, it's still the mission, the vision, the goal of the company, and their authenticity,” he said.By building campaigns that connect with communities, Justin and The Aebli Group are transforming crowdfunding into a powerful tool for both raising capital and creating meaningful change.tl;dr:Today's episode explores how mission-driven storytelling creates community engagement for crowdfunding success.Guest Justin Starbird shares insights on building authentic marketing campaigns that resonate with investors.Justin describes working with Organic Transit to revive its solar-electric bicycle, the ELF 3.0.The Aebli Group uses authenticity to help startups foster trust and build meaningful connections.Justin's superpower, authenticity, is key to creating campaigns that leave lasting impacts.How to Develop Authenticity As a SuperpowerJustin's superpower is authenticity. He described it as being unafraid to share hard truths with clients and always striving to leave things better than he found them. “What I try to do is…bring that authenticity to our clients in everything that we do,” he explained. Justin emphasized that authenticity fosters trust, builds communities, and ensures long-term success for businesses.Justin shared a personal analogy to explain his approach to authenticity. He recalled hiring a yard-cleaning service and finding a Coke can left in the brush after they finished. Though small, the oversight eroded his confidence in the team's attention to detail. That lesson shaped Justin's ethos at The Aebli Group: always go the extra mile. By doing the “small things” right, like addressing potential blind spots, his team ensures their campaigns resonate with clients and communities.Tips for Developing Authenticity as a Strength:Be Vulnerable: Acknowledge weaknesses and lean into them to foster genuine connections.Address Blind Spots: Identify potential risks or challenges and confront them openly.Focus on Community: Build trust by staying true to your values and mission.Always Go the Extra Mile: Pay attention to small details that demonstrate care and commitment.By following Justin's example and advice, you can make authenticity a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileJustin Starbird (he/him):CEO and Founder, The Aebli Group (pronounced ABE-Lee)About The Aebli Group: At The Aebli Group (TAG), we help innovators, founders, and established companies plan, execute, and optimize crowdfunding campaigns that build community, humanize your brand, and drive sustainable growth. Crowdfunding campaigns require a unique blend of strategy, storytelling, and platform knowledge. Companies choose us because we:Have deep experience navigating crowdfunding platforms and have led multiple successful campaigns by understanding how to leverage each platform's unique audience and dynamics Combine marketing strategy with human-centered engagementHelp clients avoid pitfalls while maximizing funding potentialTurn campaigns into long-term growth engines, not just one-off eventsOur clients have successfully raised millions of dollars, validated new products, generated media coverage, and built lasting communities.Website: aebligroup.comCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/AebliGroupBiographical Information: Justin Starbird is the CEO and Founder of The Aebli Group (pronounced Abe-Lee), a full-service marketing agency focused on assisting founders in the crowdfunding space. Additionally, TAG is an experienced B2B marketing agency that specializes in the medical device, medical technology, and manufacturing industries. He has built his company into an industry leader by focusing on the details that help push clients to the next level. Most recently, Justin and the TAG Team launched the TAG Awards. The inaugural TAG Awards will spotlight the MedTech and Healthcare sectors, underscoring The Aebli Group's long-standing commitment to driving success in these essential industries. With advancements in medical technology and healthcare delivery shaping the future of patient care, this focused awards program aims to honor the companies, products, and leaders redefining the standards of excellence in these fields.Justin is also dedicated to his community and has been recognized with the prestigious “Spirit of America” and “Local Hero” awards for his volunteerism and philanthropy. Today, Justin lives in Maine with his loving wife, two beautiful daughters, and two dogs.LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/justinstarbirdPersonal Facebook Profile: facebook.com/justin.starbirdSupport Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, and BabyQuip. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact Members(We're grateful for every one of these community champions who make this work possible.)Brian Christie, Brainsy | Cameron Neil, Lend For Good | Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Hiten Sonpal, RISE Robotics | John Berlet, CORE Tax Deeds, LLC. | Justin Starbird, The Aebli Group | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Mark Grimes, Networked Enterprise Development | Matthew Mead, Hempitecture | Michael Pratt, Qnetic | Mike Green, Envirosult | Dr. Nicole Paulk, Siren Biotechnology | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Sharon Samjitsingh, Health Care Originals | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.Superpowers for Good Live Pitch, December 11, 2025, at 8:00 PM Eastern / 5:00 PM Pacific, will bring together four mission-driven founders—Fran Maier (BabyQuip), Farooq Zama (CureValue), Andrei Evulet (Jetoptera), and Erin Martin (Pump For Joy)—as they present their companies live to a national audience on e360tv, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Hosted by Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., this special broadcast showcases entrepreneurs raising capital to solve real-world problems across family travel, healthcare access, disaster response aviation, and maternal health. Viewers are encouraged to watch the live pitches and then continue the experience by joining the Private Investor Session immediately following the broadcast, where attendees can engage directly with founders, ask deeper questions, and explore their active investment offerings in a focused, off-air environment. Whether you are an active investor or simply interested in the future of mission-driven innovation, this event offers a rare opportunity to witness purpose-driven companies in action and connect with them directly after the show.Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on December 16, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.SuperCrowdHour, December 17, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern, will feature Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., leading a session on “Designing a Winning Marketing Strategy for Your Investment Offering.” Drawing on his deep experience in impact crowdfunding and investment storytelling, Devin will break down the essential elements of building a marketing strategy that attracts, engages, and converts potential investors. Participants will learn how to identify and reach the right audience, craft messages that build trust, and develop a promotional plan that supports sustained momentum throughout a raise. Whether you're preparing for your first regulated investment crowdfunding campaign or looking to strengthen an ongoing one, this SuperCrowdHour will provide the insights and practical frameworks you need to elevate your offering and boost investor participation.SuperGreen Live, January 22–24, 2026, livestreaming globally. Organized by Green2Gold and The Super Crowd, Inc., this three-day event will spotlight the intersection of impact crowdfunding, sustainable innovation, and climate solutions. Featuring expert-led panels, interactive workshops, and live pitch sessions, SuperGreen Live brings together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and activists to explore how capital and climate action can work hand in hand. With global livestreaming, VIP networking opportunities, and exclusive content, this event will empower participants to turn bold ideas into real impact. Don't miss your chance to join tens of thousands of changemakers at the largest virtual sustainability event of the year.Community Event CalendarSuccessful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.CfPA President-elect's Vision for 2026 with Brian Belley, December 17 at 2:00 PM ET – reserve your spot now!If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 10,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

Superpowers for Good should not be considered investment advice. Seek counsel before making investment decisions. When you purchase an item, launch a campaign or create an investment account after clicking a link here, we may earn a fee. Engage to support our work.Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Devin: What is your superpower?Dr. Dale: When I run into a problem, the first thing I have to do is tell myself, don't be afraid. You've solved other problems in the past. You can solve this one.Millions of people worldwide face the devastating impact of cancer, with countless lives lost each year to tumors that no longer respond to existing treatments. Dr. Dale Walker, Co-founder and CEO of The Burlington HC Research Group (BHCRG), is working to change that narrative with her groundbreaking development of a new family of anti-cancer drugs. These drugs have the potential to revolutionize treatment for cancers that have become resistant to current therapies.“We tested our drugs against 15 human cancer cell lines, representative of seven different tissues, and the drug works against all of them,” Dale explained. In the U.S. alone, over 600,000 people die annually from cancer, often because their tumors no longer respond to treatment. Dale's research offers a glimmer of hope for patients and their families.Unlike traditional drug development that focuses on a single compound, Dale and her team have created a family of drugs—called BRG drugs—by combining two FDA-approved ingredients in a novel way. These drugs not only enhance the effectiveness of existing cancer treatments but also demonstrate the ability to kill nearly all cancer cells after a single dose in preclinical studies. “Most anti-cancer agents just slow tumor growth. Ours hit both marks—killing tumor cells at a safe dose level,” she said.With such promising results, Dale and her husband Vernon, who co-leads the research, are pushing forward. However, taking these drugs through the necessary safety and efficacy tests requires significant funding. To accelerate progress, BHCRG is raising capital through a regulated crowdfunding campaign on the FundingHope platform. Crowdfunding offers a faster alternative to traditional funding sources, enabling the Walkers to bypass lengthy government grant timelines.“Crowdfunding is a lifeline. We have family members and friends with cancer. We can't wait years,” Dale shared. For investors, the opportunity to back a potential game-changing cancer therapy is compelling, both for its societal impact and long-term financial potential.Dale's passion and perseverance shine through in her work. Her innovative approach to drug development could save countless lives. Supporting her mission on Funding Hope isn't just an investment in a company—it's an investment in hope.tl;dr:Dale Walker shares her innovative work on new anti-cancer drugs targeting resistant tumors.BHCRG's BRG drugs show promising preclinical results, killing almost all tumor cells with one dose.Dale explains crowdfunding's role in accelerating drug development for life-saving cancer treatments.She discusses perseverance as her superpower, solving challenges by embracing and examining problems.Today's episode highlights how crowdfunding enables investors to support impactful innovations in healthcare.How to Develop Perseverance in Problem-Solving As a SuperpowerDale's superpower is her extraordinary ability to solve complex problems and persevere through challenges. In today's episode, she explained, “When I run into a problem, the first thing I have to do is tell myself, don't be afraid. You've solved other problems in the past. You can solve this one.” Dale emphasized that problems often contain valuable information that leads to solutions, encouraging others to examine challenges closely rather than avoiding them.After discovering that an FDA-approved drug had antiviral activity, Dale faced a seemingly insurmountable challenge: making the drug work effectively in people. “I thought, I will not be able to solve this problem. It's too hard,” she admitted. Yet, she persevered, combining the drug with another FDA-approved ingredient. This breakthrough created the BRG family of cancer drugs, which kill nearly all cancer cells in preclinical studies after a single dose. Her ability to persist through doubt and difficulty exemplifies her superpower.Tips for Developing Perseverance in Problem-Solving:Acknowledge Your Strengths: Remind yourself that you've solved tough problems before and can do it again.Examine Problems Closely: Instead of avoiding challenges, look for clues within the problem itself to guide solutions.Break Down the Problem: Address each component of the challenge one step at a time.Stay Focused: Resist the urge to pivot too quickly; often, solutions lie in persistence.Find Inspiration: Remember the impact your work can have on others to stay motivated.By following Dale's example and advice, you can make perseverance in problem-solving a skill. With practice and effort, you could make it a superpower that enables you to do more good in the world.Remember, however, that research into success suggests that building on your own superpowers is more important than creating new ones or overcoming weaknesses. You do you!Guest ProfileDale M. Walker (she/her):Co-founder, owner, and Chief Executive Officer, The Burlington HC Research Group, Inc. (BHCRG)About The Burlington HC Research Group, Inc. (BHCRG): BHCRG is working to advance a new family of investigational drugs called BRG Therapeutics. Based on pre-clinical studies, two members of this family show potent anticancer activity across human cancer cell lines representing seven different tissues of origin, including lung cancer (four subtypes), prostate cancer (three types), triple-negative breast cancer (two types), ovarian cancer (two types), pancreatic cancer (one type), pleural mesothelioma (two types), and pre-myeloblastic leukemia (one type, tested with a single BRG drug). In tissue-culture models, BRG drugs demonstrate an unusually strong ability to eliminate nearly all cancer cells after a single dose while achieving this result at doses that are non-toxic to normal human cells. Each BRG drug delivers two active ingredients, and the primary component (ingredient #1) also inhibits the replication of viruses spanning all three major viral genome classes—DNA viruses, RNA viruses, and reverse-transcribing/retroviruses—with activity shown in vitro against influenza, COVID-19, HIV, and Ebola and other viruses. Although such breadth is uncommon and has led some observers to believe no drug could achieve these effects, the evidence shows that the human body naturally produces several essential compounds with similarly broad anticancer and antiviral functions; BRG drugs work through analogous biochemical mechanisms but produce stronger effects in controlled laboratory studies. These naturally occurring comparators include N-acetylcysteine, glutathione, and vitamin C (only at pharmacologic doses). Taken together, BRG Therapeutics represents a next-generation, multi-targeted approach designed to overcome one of the central limitations of modern oncology—drug resistance—by restoring normal cellular regulation, reactivating p53, correcting redox imbalance, and neutralizing reactive species to selectively eliminate cancer cells while preserving healthy tissue.Website: bhcrg.comCompany Facebook Page: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61584197824692Other URL: invest.fundinghope.com/offering/brg/detailsBiographical Information: My husband Vernon and I work together as a team, and we have advanced BRG therapeutics to their present state of development by collaboration. We both are veterinarians with advanced training in pathology, so that make us ‘veterinary pathologists'. Vernon also has a PhD in experimental and molecular pathology. What many people do not know is that veterinary pathologists have key roles in drug development and safety testing. Before the discovery of the BRG drugs, most of our work focused on health risks from human exposures to environmental, workplace, or medicinal agents/compounds. We were working with BRG active ingredient #1, which is FDA-approved as the active form of a cell protective drug – that means that it protects normal cells from the damaging effects of radiation and some chemicals. We were testing the ability of this agent to protect normal cells from the deleterious effects of some of the first drugs like AZT developed to treat HIV. We were surprised to learn that this cell protective drug had antiviral activity all on its own. Even though this active ingredient had been around for several decades, no one had ever reported these results before we did. We soon learned why we were the first to make this discovery - the active ingredient of this cell protective drug worked well in tissue culture as an antiviral agent, but antiviral effects were not achieved in living animals. This sent us on a long road figuring out why this was – after all, this agent worked to protect normal cells in living animals and people, so why would it not work as an antiviral agent in the same animals and people? It actually took several years to understand the nature of the problems, and even more time to figure out a solution. That solution was the BRG therapeutics.Vernon and I had little experience studying viruses, and much more experience studying cancer and anticancer drugs, and we knew that this active ingredient had anticancer activity, so we decided to start with testing a BRG drug as an anticancer agent. Our first experiment in a human, pre-myeloblastic leukemia cell line showed us anticancer effects beyond anything that we could have imagined. We were so excited, but we still had a long journey of work and discovery ahead of us. To date we have tested two BRG drugs and they kill cancer cells in all human cancer cell lines tested to date (one drug tested in 15 human cancers, the other tested in 14). A paper summarizing these results was published in 2023.LinkedIn Profile: linkedin.com/in/dale-m-walker-bhcrgPersonal Facebook Profile: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61556212335476Support Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include FundingHope, and SuperGreen Live. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact Members(We're grateful for every one of these community champions who make this work possible.)Brian Christie, Brainsy | Cameron Neil, Lend For Good | Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Hiten Sonpal, RISE Robotics | John Berlet, CORE Tax Deeds, LLC. | Justin Starbird, The Aebli Group | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Mark Grimes, Networked Enterprise Development | Matthew Mead, Hempitecture | Michael Pratt, Qnetic | Mike Green, Envirosult | Dr. Nicole Paulk, Siren Biotechnology | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Sharon Samjitsingh, Health Care Originals | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.Superpowers for Good Live Pitch, December 11, 2025, at 8:00 PM Eastern / 5:00 PM Pacific, will bring together four mission-driven founders—Fran Maier (BabyQuip), Farooq Zama (CureValue), Andrei Evulet (Jetoptera), and Erin Martin (Pump For Joy)—as they present their companies live to a national audience on e360tv, YouTube, and LinkedIn. Hosted by Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., this special broadcast showcases entrepreneurs raising capital to solve real-world problems across family travel, healthcare access, disaster response aviation, and maternal health. Viewers are encouraged to watch the live pitches and then continue the experience by joining the Private Investor Session immediately following the broadcast, where attendees can engage directly with founders, ask deeper questions, and explore their active investment offerings in a focused, off-air environment. Whether you are an active investor or simply interested in the future of mission-driven innovation, this event offers a rare opportunity to witness purpose-driven companies in action and connect with them directly after the show.Impact Cherub Club Meeting hosted by The Super Crowd, Inc., a public benefit corporation, on December 16, 2025, at 1:30 PM Eastern. Each month, the Club meets to review new offerings for investment consideration and to conduct due diligence on previously screened deals. To join the Impact Cherub Club, become an Impact Member of the SuperCrowd.SuperCrowdHour, December 17, 2025, at 12:00 PM Eastern, will feature Devin Thorpe, CEO and Founder of The Super Crowd, Inc., leading a session on “Designing a Winning Marketing Strategy for Your Investment Offering.” Drawing on his deep experience in impact crowdfunding and investment storytelling, Devin will break down the essential elements of building a marketing strategy that attracts, engages, and converts potential investors. Participants will learn how to identify and reach the right audience, craft messages that build trust, and develop a promotional plan that supports sustained momentum throughout a raise. Whether you're preparing for your first regulated investment crowdfunding campaign or looking to strengthen an ongoing one, this SuperCrowdHour will provide the insights and practical frameworks you need to elevate your offering and boost investor participation.SuperGreen Live, January 22–24, 2026, livestreaming globally. Organized by Green2Gold and The Super Crowd, Inc., this three-day event will spotlight the intersection of impact crowdfunding, sustainable innovation, and climate solutions. Featuring expert-led panels, interactive workshops, and live pitch sessions, SuperGreen Live brings together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and activists to explore how capital and climate action can work hand in hand. With global livestreaming, VIP networking opportunities, and exclusive content, this event will empower participants to turn bold ideas into real impact. Don't miss your chance to join tens of thousands of changemakers at the largest virtual sustainability event of the year.Community Event CalendarSuccessful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.CfPA President-elect's Vision for 2026 with Brian Belley, December 17 at 2:00 PM ET – reserve your spot now!If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 10,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

While the bike helmet industry screamed "you need this for safety!", Gloria Hwang did the opposite. She made helmets so beautiful that 25% of Thousand customers are wearing helmets for the first time ever. Thousand now offers helmet and bike accessories in 20+ countries with financial backing from REI and the Clif Bar Family Office. Gloria talks all things customer loyalty, business branding, and nailing your product roadmap for maximum impact. She intimately shares how a personal tragedy inspired a mission to save 1,000 lives, and how that number grew to 1,300+ through their lifetime crash replacement guarantee. You'll learn the counterintuitive strategy that made safety cool, and why Thousand wins with culture instead of competing on tech features. You'll learn: Why fear-based marketing fails and what works insteadThe psychology insight that built a $10M+ brand across 20+ countriesHow 25% of customers are first-time helmet wearersTransitioning from maker to manager over 10 yearsTaking back the product roadmap to return to core differentiationWhy solving customer problems beats chasing growth at all costsChapters:00:00 Introducing Gloria Hwang, Founder & CEO of Thousand1:30 How to Change Customer Behaviors 4:11 The Personal Tragedy That Started Thousand & The Design Philosophy That Wins Every Time5:15 Why 25% of Customers Are First-Time Helmet Wearers7:30 Steps to Get Further Differentiated & Beat Out The Competition 9:55 Strategies for Collecting High-Quality Customer Insights 16:00 Expanding to 20+ Countries & Quality Standards19:50 The BEST Advice Gloria Has Ever Gotten 24:30 The Hardest Transition Gloria Went Through & How to Tackle People Problems 29:20 What to Ask for When Pitching Investors (Surprise, it's NOT Money)  32:48 How Motherhood Changed Her Approach to Business Subscribe and watch Shopify Masters on YouTube!Sign up for your FREE Shopify Trial here.