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Inventors Helping Inventors
Inventors Helping Inventors
Author: Alan Beckley
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Welcome to a podcast for inventors and innovators where each Monday we interview successful inventors and ask them the questions you want to know.
You'll learn the tools, tips, and tactics expert inventors use to achieve success - so you can get your invention out of the tank and into the bank!
You'll learn the tools, tips, and tactics expert inventors use to achieve success - so you can get your invention out of the tank and into the bank!
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Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan describes 2 big challenges for inventors: feeling stuck; and feeling off track. Alan shares his upcoming webinar to help inventors: How to Get Unstuck and On Track in 2026. Registration is now open for this free webinar. Get on track in 2026. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Scott Heimendinger. Scott Heimendinger transitioned from a microsoft developer to a culinary innovator. Studying industrial ultrasonic food cutters, he vowed to bring that technology to consumer's kitchens. Today, he's introducing his C-200 innovative ultrasonic chef's knife to consumers. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.SeattleUltrasonics.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan shares why you must "sharpen the axe" - to hone your marketing skills. You must spend time doing "messy research" - solidifying your marketing message - before you contact your first company for licensing. Listen to learn how to do this. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Alan Somerfield. Alan Somerfield grew up in London and was inventive as a youth. Later, working for a product innovation company, he combined soap into a shower stream. Years later, he refined it into ShowerSpaah - to improve shower safety for elderly and disabled persons. ShowerSpaah sells everywhere now. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.ShowerSpaah.co.uk
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan asks, "Are you fully tapping the power of AI?" The short answer for most inventors is "no." Alan describes some time-consuming tasks you're doing that AI can do for you - saving you at least 10 hours of time each week to focus on inventing. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Lisa Lane. Lisa Lane loved spending time at her Jersey Shore beach house. But constantly using a bucket to wash out showers was tiring and time-consuming. She invented Rinseroo - a flexible hose that attaches to any shower head with no tools. Now, washing out showers is a breeze for everyone. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.Rinseroo.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan shares why you must give yourself a break. You juggle many responsibilities including work, family, friends, and more. Sometimes, we drop the ball. Alan shares a 4-step R-A-C-M process to get back on track - while giving yourself a break. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Today, Alan describes two big myths inventors often believe. One myth is that there's no way you can market your invention - you can. That myth may cause you to spend $10,000 with a company with big promises, zero results. Tune in to learn the other myth, plus how you can learn to license. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan shares why you must avoid any company who seems to be a Jack of All Trades - Master of None. Would you hire someone who mows yards and cleans flowerbeds to do foundation work for you? Learn how inventors make this mistake - and pay thousands for it. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Julie Ryan. Julie Ryan worked in the medical supply industry for over 30 years, then became an inventor. She invented a device to collect surgery patients' blood, so it could be transfused back to them - reducing disease risk from using from blood banks. Today, she is a spiritual healer and podcaster. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: wwwAskJulieRyan.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is, "When the Student is Ready - the Teacher Will Appear." Whenever you strive to learn or achieve a goal, and it has your full attention - circumstances - the "teacher" - will come your way to provide the solution. Give it a try and watch magic happen. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Renee Scalzini. Renee Scalzini wanted to protect her sunglasses from getting scratched in her purse. She never found a solution. She invented an elegant purse - Gia Mini Totes - with a compartment to safely store glasses from scratching. Now, women have an eco-friendly purse that also protects their glasses. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.Scalzini.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is, "The dynamic Duo - Attention and Intention." Alan describes the Principle of Attraction and also the importance of attention and intention. Listen to learn how these 2 precepts of quantum physics can work together to transform your life. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Hardy Steinmann. Hardy Steinmann hated that most water bottles tended to leak and to trap bacteria and odors. So, he designed a premium water bottle that was healthy, hygienic, and beautiful - Okapa. Now consumers have a new choice: a beautiful water bottle that never leaks or stinks and can last for years. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast at Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.Okapa.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. In today's Thursday Thought, Alan shares the 2 worst decisions inventors make - and why. Both decisions have to do with risk-taking - as inventing is a risky business enterprise. The worst decision is often driven by procrastination or the paralysis of analysis. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Me on the Mic episode. Today, Alan shares with you the truth about investors. Do you feel you could succeed if you could find an investor to fund what you can't afford? That myth that may hold you back. Tune in to learn why investors rarely invest in new inventions. It's better to fund it on your own. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is, "Answers You Don't Want to Hear." Alan describes 2 of the most common questions inventors ask him. Unfortunately, often they don't want to hear the answers. But he gives you a bit more detailed answers that you will want to hear and learn from. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews April Mitchell. April Mitchell is a busy mom of 4 and a full time toy and game inventor - with 5 new products coming out in 2026. She taps her teaching skills to mentor, coach, and help other inventors. She encourages inventors to believe in themselves and not give up. Make sure to subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.4ascreations.com
Alan provides a new Thursday Thought episode. Today's Thursday Thought is, "The Joy in the Moment." Alan describes a key difference between animals and humans. Animals live in the Joy in the Moment. Humans are time travelers: we spend most of our mental time in the past or the future. Time to live in the Joy in the Moment. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts, so you won't miss a single episode. Website: www.alanbeckley.com
Alan interviews Pablos Holman. Growing up in Alaska, Pablos Holman tinkered with an Apple 2 computer. He became fascinated with computers and soon, he took his knowledge to help companies to implement their first computers. Later, he worked with Nathan Myhrvold on starting up the Intellectual Ventures Lab. Later Pablos invented an AI microscope to diagnose malaria more accurately and quickly. He just published his new book Deep Future. Website: www.DeepFuture.tech




