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📝 Episode Description: In this episode of The Invst Guru Podcast , we step onto the set of Filmland Spirits, a whiskey startup turning bottles into collectible cinema experiences. Founder Troy Bolotnick shares how his team uses B-movie storytelling with award-winning bourbon to build a cult-ready consumer brand. From Art Deco labels and QR-activated story arcs to their growing retail footprint an...

In this episode, we explore the emerging world of portable wind energy technology and one innovative company's rethinking of renewable power for the mobile age. What You'll Learn: The critical gap in today's renewable energy landscape that portable wind aims to fill How container-sized wind turbines could revolutionize disaster response, construction sites, and off-grid applications The engineerin...

📝 Episode Description: Meetings aren't broken—they’re just stuck in the past. In this episode of Future Fluent , we sit down with the team behind Sembly AI , a fast-growing SaaS platform transforming how businesses capture, understand, and act on their conversations. From intelligent summaries to CRM integrations and contextual memory, Sembly creates a new layer of operational intelligence for mo...

🎙️ Episode Description: In this episode, we dive into the story of BackerKit , the San Francisco-based company that has supported over 18,000 crowdfunding campaigns and processed more than $650 million for creators worldwide. From pledge management and post-campaign sales to launching their own funding platform, BackerKit is building the infrastructure that powers the creator economy behind the sc...

📝 Episode Description: What happens when you blend an award-winning vodka, a Rock & Roll Hall of Famer, and a passionate investor base? You get Rock N Vodka — a premium spirits brand made from 100% sugarcane and co-owned by Cheap Trick’s legendary guitarist Rick Nielsen. In this episode, we dive into the company’s growth story, its fan-powered expansion into bourbon, and why it’s making waves...

📝 Episode Description (Compliant with Reg CF + SEC Guidelines) In this episode, we dive into the story of Modern Mill , the Mississippi-based innovator turning upcycled rice hulls into beautiful, durable building materials. You’ll learn how they scaled a patented, tree-free composite into partnerships with Fortune 500s, national distributors, and major hospitality brands, all while creating local...

📄 Episode Description: In this episode, we spotlight Imago Rehab , a trailblazing startup that’s rethinking stroke and cardiovascular rehabilitation through a powerful blend of wearable robotics , AI-driven therapy , and clinician-led telerehab . Backed by leading healthcare investors and covered by 20+ major insurers, including Medicare and UnitedHealthcare, Imago is helping patients regain func...

In this episode of The Invst Guru Spotlight , we dive into the story behind Shelter Distilling — a bold craft spirits brand born in Mammoth Lakes, California, and now scaling production, distribution, and community across the Mountain West. With a new 14,000 sq ft distillery, award-winning products, and a multi-channel revenue engine, Shelter is tapping into the growing momentum of California agav...

In this episode of The Invst Guru Spotlight , we explore Enki , a San Francisco-based startup redefining how professionals learn at work. Their AI-powered training platform mimics personalized coaching at scale—offering dynamic lessons, mentor-style feedback, and seamless team integration. We unpack how Enki fits into the $370B L&D market, examine early traction, and discuss the future of ente...

📄 Episode Description Overthrow Hospitality isn’t trying to disrupt food tech — it’s rebuilding fine dining from the ground up. In this episode, we go deep on how a cluster of East Village vegan venues is redefining growth in hospitality, why their Reg CF campaign on StartEngine is drawing investor interest, and what this model could mean for the future of values-based consumer brands. We break d...

⚖️ Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or a solicitation to invest. Invst Guru is not affiliated with Berkshire Biomedical, StartEngine, or any broker-dealer. Any investments under Regulation Crowdfunding must be made through a registered intermediary platform. No investment terms are discussed or offered in this episode. For full o...

In this episode, we explore the rise of HardAF Seltzer , a bold 8% ABV beverage brand backed by one of the most loyal podcast audiences in America — and now raising capital via Regulation Crowdfunding on Wefunder . We break down: Why audience-first CPG is rewriting the beverage playbook The team behind HardAF (including ex-Black Rifle Coffee execs and UFC’s Chuck Liddell) The business model blendi...

In this episode, dive into Thin Blue Wine , a veteran- and law enforcement-owned winery based in Paso Robles, California. We explore how this mission-driven brand is using the power of premium wine to support the families of fallen officers — and how they're opening the door for everyday Americans to become investors through Regulation Crowdfunding (Reg CF) on StartEngine. You'll hear about: The o...

In this episode, we sit down to explore the story behind NameCoach , the SaaS company helping organizations say names correctly — and why that small act is powering a big vision for inclusive communication at scale. From its roots at a graduation ceremony to integrations with Salesforce, Zoom, and NYU, NameCoach is quietly becoming foundational infrastructure for respect in digital systems. We bre...

📄 Podcast Episode Description: In this episode of Invst Guru , we spotlight PowerBox Technology , a Champaign-based startup developing modular renewable energy solutions for industrial use. With their PowerBlock Modular Energy Platform, PowerBox is building tools intended to help factories increase energy resilience, integrate renewables, and optimize operational efficiency. We break down how thi...

In this episode, we talk about Aerovec, a climate-tech startup rethinking wind power for the age of decentralization. Aerovec is building a compact, container-sized wind turbine system designed to deliver clean energy in some of the most challenging environments on the planet disaster zones, off-grid construction sites, and remote communities. We explore: Why diesel still dominates temporary power...

📝 Episode Description In this episode of Invst Guru , we step into the next frontier of mental health care with Good Thoughts , a Fort Lauderdale-based startup building immersive therapy environments for the virtual age. We explore how their HIPAA-aligned platform uses VR, AI, and behavioral science to transform traditional group therapy into avatar-based experiences inside calming, 3D spaces—fro...

📄 Episode Description: In this episode of Invst Guru , we explore the story behind  Burble Creativity, Inc. , a company reimagining how children with autism experience storytelling and sensory enrichment. We explore their patented Burble Story Tent , the science behind Minimally Defined Immersion (MDI™) , and how their mission-driven business model is gaining traction. Now raising capital th...

📝 Episode Description: In this episode, we spotlight Olympian Motors , an electric vehicle startup breaking the mold—literally and figuratively. With its modular “Lego-like” manufacturing platform and a focus on minimalist, emotion-driven design, Olympian isn’t trying to out-Tesla Tesla—it’s carving its own lane. Now raising capital through Regulation Crowdfunding on Wefunder , Olympian is giving...

📝 Episode Description: In this episode of The Invst Guru Podcast , we spotlight Spill , a rising social media startup built by former Twitter insiders and designed for culturally rich, community-first conversations. Now raising capital on Wefunder via Regulation Crowdfunding, Spill has captured attention with over 500,000 downloads, high-profile brand partnerships, and a mission to serve underrep...

Plastics are everywhere—but what if they could dissolve in water without leaving behind harmful waste? In this episode, we dive into the groundbreaking innovation of Timeplast , a materials science company developing water-soluble plastics designed to reduce pollution and revolutionize the $1.3 trillion plastics industry . Join us as we explore: ✔️ The global plastic waste crisis and why sustainab...

In this episode, we dive into the world of AI-powered mortgage automation and its potential to transform the lending industry. Traditional mortgage processing is slow, expensive, and burdened with inefficiencies. But with artificial intelligence, lenders can streamline approvals, cut costs, and scale their operations without hiring additional staff. We’ll break down how TRAiNED , an emerging mortg...

In this episode, we talk about Catboat Coffee Co. , a specialty café in Martha’s Vineyard that’s redefining coffee culture with a Lebanese-inspired menu, zero-waste initiatives, and a deeply engaged community . As they raise capital through equity crowdfunding on StartEngine , we discuss: ✅ How Catboat Coffee Co. blends culinary heritage with high-quality coffee ✅ The role of sustainability in m...

Dive into the cutting-edge world of spatial computing and artificial intelligence with Renji Bijoy, founder of Immersed. Discover how Immersed's groundbreaking VR/AR technology and innovative AI assistant, Curator, are transforming traditional workplaces into borderless, distraction-free zones that maximize productivity. We explore Immersed’s rapid growth, impressive user adoption, strategic indus...

Ever thought about investing in chocolate? 🍫 In this episode, we explore Fortunato Chocolate’s equity crowdfunding campaign on Wefunder , where investors have the chance to back a company built on one of the rarest cacao varieties in the world— Pure Nacional Cacao . Join us as we dive into: ✅ How Fortunato Chocolate is revolutionizing the premium chocolate industry with direct-trade ethical sour...