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Send us Fan Mail Season 4 of the Bold Inventor Show continues with an in-depth look at the latest in intellectual property law and entrepreneurship! This week, J.D. and Matt unpack major updates from the USPTO and offer actionable advice for inventors navigating the world of patents and trademarks. Here’s what you can expect: USPTO Fee Increases Explained : Why the recent 40% fee hike matters for...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to Season 4 of the Bold Inventor Show! 🎉 JD and Matt dive into the new year with a packed episode full of insights, stories, and practical advice for inventors and entrepreneurs. This week, they explore: Christmas Inventions in Review : A follow-up with an inventor who reimagined Christmas tree care with an innovative watering device. Did it sell? What’s next for this sea...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when passion, perseverance, and innovation meet? Meet Jaifanon (Jai) Jackson, an inspiring entrepreneur transforming pet ownership with his ingenious Tail & Pause leash —designed for multitasking dog lovers who need convenience on the go. 🐕✨ 💡 In This Episode, You’ll Discover: 🎯 How a simple frustration while walking a neighbor's dog sparked a global idea...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Imagine solving real-world problems at just 10 years old! In this special episode of the Bold Inventors Show , JD Houvener and co-host Matt Kulseth sit down with the brilliant young inventors of the Suppy Water Bottle , the winning invention of the National Innovation Challenge. These fourth graders didn’t just dream—they built a revolutionary product that keeps classrooms spil...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Curious about what it takes to turn ideas into impact in the innovation world? Dive into this electrifying episode of the Bold Inventor Show with your host, JD Houvener , joined by trademark expert Matt Kulseth and special guest Richard Nilsson , founder of My Pet Go . We explore game-changing tech for pets , building IP strategies , and the resilience it takes to thrive in com...

Send us Fan Mail 🚀 Dive into the world of patents and innovation with Bold Patents' Senior Consulting Patent Attorney, Troy Schmelzer , on this week's Bold Inventor Show! 🎙️ With years of experience in Big Law and a passion for empowering inventors, Troy shares his journey, insider tips, and stories that inspire entrepreneurs to protect their bold ideas. 🌟 🎧 What You’ll Discover: 💡 H...

Send us Fan Mail In this Bold Inventor Show episode, hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth bring on a fascinating guest, Peter von Dyck , founder of Persown Analytics and a seasoned innovator in healthcare. Join us as Peter shares his journey from early inventions in ICU and ostomy care to leveraging AI and healthcare data for personalized medicine. 🚀 From his inspiring story of creating life-savi...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s Bold Inventor Show , hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth explore an exciting breakthrough in mushroom cultivation with MuMycology founders Natalie, Nicholas, and Edward. This trailblazing team has developed a revolutionary new way to grow mushrooms sustainably, maximizing yield while minimizing waste. 🍄 Discover how their innovative method can disrupt both traditi...

Send us Fan Mail In this Bold Inventor Show episode, co-hosts J.D. Houvener and Matt Kulseth dive deep into the art of patent monetization with a special guest – Tom Stegeman. Tom shares his inspiring journey of developing an innovative swim fin product and successfully licensing it to a major company. If you’ve ever wondered how to get your product from prototype to market, this episode is packed...

Send us Fan Mail In this exciting episode of the Bold Inventor Show , host J.D. Houvener goes deep with special guest Matthew Bordy from Prototype House. Ever wondered how a groundbreaking idea becomes a tangible product? This episode takes you on a journey through the complexities of prototyping, manufacturing, and patenting – with real-life examples, actionable insights, and inspiring stories th...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ Welcome to The Bold Inventor Show! In this episode, JD Houvener and Matt Kullsup reunite to talk about everything from international adventures to the practicalities of post-patent enforcement. 🚀 Fresh off a month-long trip chasing elk in Montana and celebrating his 15th wedding anniversary in Italy, JD is back to share insights on balancing soccer coaching, parenting, and pat...

Send us Fan Mail 🔍 Exploring the Intersection of Patents and Trade Secrets on the Bold Inventor Show 🔍 In this week’s episode of the Bold Inventor Show , hosts J.D. Houvener and special guest David Bosland dive deep into the critical topic of patents vs. trade secrets and where these two legal protections meet in the world of innovation. Whether you’re an aspiring inventor or an established entr...

Send us Fan Mail In this engaging episode of the Bold Inventor Show , J.D. Houvener and special co-host David Bosland dive deep into one of the most pressing questions for professionals in the workplace: Who owns your inventions when you're on the job? 🎙️ Whether you're an engineer, a designer, or a creative thinker, this episode unpacks the legal implications of innovating within a comp...

Send us Fan Mail In this exciting episode of The Bold Inventor Show , join patent attorney J.D. Houvner and trademark attorney Matt Kulseth as they dive deep into the world of intellectual property. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, inventor, or business owner on the brink of something big, this episode is packed with crucial legal insights that can help protect your innovative ideas. 🌟 Highlights...

Send us Fan Mail See full video here: https://youtube.com/live/hu61JPZY7_s?feature=share Welcome to The Bold Inventor Show , your weekly deep dive into innovation, entrepreneurship, and intellectual property. Hosted by patent expert J.D. Houvener and trademark guru Matt Kulseth , this episode blends insightful discussions, practical advice, and real-world case studies that every aspiring inventor...

Send us Fan Mail J.D. Houvener owner/founder of Bold Patents talks about the 4 big areas of intellectual property (IP) related to the recent Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games including a solid discussion about copyrights (broadcasting rights, designs, and artistic works throughout the games), trademarks (and how most branding/marketing was done over commercial breaks, and little/no product placement...

Send us Fan Mail J.D. and Matt go over several questions from our Reddit and Quora communities as well as Avvo. We even get some help from attorneys on our live feed as well, thank you to Phillip and David for that.  We do a fun Shark tank critique of a creative spin on skin-colored bandaids as well.  Support the show Have an invention or brand to protect? Or just curious about learning more? Down...

Send us Fan Mail We had a great show answering 5 patent questions touching on everything from prior art research to provisional vs. nonprovisional vs. design patents.  The interview with CEO/Founder of InGen Dynamics was really insightful. Arshad offered some really great insights in the world of AI and robotics, and what is still yet to come for their company and the industry at large. Arshad als...

Send us Fan Mail J.D. and Matt get the opportunity to interview founder of Cabin Cool, which is a Department of Energy grant backed technology developed at the University of Michigan. Todd talks with us about how he's been tasked with the challenge of bringing the Cabin Cool product to market and finding a long-term partner/buyer.  We critique another cooling device, BedJet, and their pitch t...

Send us Fan Mail We had a great interview with Stephen Souders of Stephen's Design Institute (SDI), he went through his full inventor journey for his first product, the Cut N' Go, which is a seatbelt attached cutter for emergency cutting post-accident. If you've never heard of this belt tensioner issue, you've gotta watch this program, Stephen is INSENSED with passion.  We then...

Send us Fan Mail Our show will feature a Bold Patent's client, Alizah Josette and she will talk about her pillow invention journey and dig into tell her story of perseverance as an inventor and entrepreneur.  This is our first 1-hour format, so we'll have longer to answer questions, and talk with our guest a bit more.  As always, we will be doing a Shark Tank review to discuss the pitch,...

Send us Fan Mail We've got a great show this week, interviewing Nami Khadem, inventor and owner of ND Products, featuring the Smart Swab and the Ear-O-Care products. We will field a few questions that came in over the week from our network as well as any live questions from our broadcast audience.  We'll wrap up our show with a live critique/reaction video regarding IP. Support the show...

Send us Fan Mail We've got a great show this week, with Inventor interview of Michael Molinski, who will explain the Tadpole Swimsuit, and share his inventor story and lessons learned from bringing his product to the marketplace. We also have a bonus guest, Dr. Rolf Biernath, a product developer who helps entrepreneurs like you.  Support the show Have an invention or brand to protect? Or just...

Send us Fan Mail We had a blast speaking with inventors Donna Lee and Jim Gurule. Donna has invented a novel and sustainable yoga mat made with machine washable materials, and is softer and more durable. Jim has invented many types of cabinetry tools, including a clamp he invented in late 1990s that still sells 5000 units per month. He discussed some of his lessons learned and how he's still...

Send us Fan Mail We had a few questions that came in over the week, one patent and one trademark were answered on air. We did have another attorney on the live chat as well - who helped us out too. We then spent a bit over 10 mins with Dr. Aaron Dossey of All Things Bugs! He helped us appreciate (if you're not grossed out) the potential of using bug protein as a healthy alternative to milk/la...