Making It Real
Have you ever had an idea for a new product but just didn't know how to get started? If so, then this is the podcast for you! Each week, we highlight a different product entrepreneur who turned a great new idea into a successful new product. You'll hear about their challenges, their triumphs, their ups, and their downs. But, most of all, you'll learn how each guest was able to take nothing more than an idea, and turn it into a viable, marketable product or business. Our guests have been featured on Shark Tank, The Profit, Today's Next Big Thing, QVC, Kickstarter, Indiegogo, and more! Tune in each week to learn how you can move beyond your product idea and toward Making It Real!
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 61
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2018
Making It Real. Sarah Dusek, Founder of UnderCanvas
Sarah Dusek – UnderCanvas
“Our Biggest Obstacles are our Greatest Opportunities”
Sarah Dusek, founder of UnderCanvas, is making camping glamorous. Learn how Sarah is conquering the eco-tourism indust…
Making It Real. Chris Logsdon, Founder of Godspeed Co
Chris Logsdon – Godspeed Co
“Don’t Waste Time, Do It Now”
Chris Logsdon, founder of Godspeed Co, is an avid motorcyclist, passionate entrepreneur and a genuinely cool guy. While cleaning up a spill o…
Making It Real. Christina Stembel, Founder of Farmgirl Flowers
Christina Stembel – Farmgirl Flowers
“Be Realistic With Yourself”
Christina Stembel, founder of Farmgirl Flowers, is disrupting the flower industry. As she builds a business based around her customer…
Making It Real. Jessica Rhodes, Founder of Interview Connections
Jessica Rhodes – Interview Connections
“Balance Purpose and Passion”
Jessica Rhodes, founder of Interview Connections, offers a concierge booking service for guest experts and podcast hosts. Follow J…
Making It Real. Gene Fowler, Founder of Loogaroo
Gene Fowler – Loogaroo
“Have A Burning Desire For Your Business”
As a talented animator, and ‘maker of projects,’ Gene Fowler takes the word creativity to a new height. He is the founder and Creative…
Making It Real. Shawn Smith, Founder of Don’t Dis-My-Ability
Shawn Smith – Don’t Dis-My-Ability
“You Must Fail To Succeed”
Shawn Smith, founder of Don’t Dis-My-Ability Consultation Services, has had unique experiences in both school and in business. These expe…
Making It Real. James Leonard Deamer, Co-Founder of Garden Space
James Leonard Deamer – GardenSpace
“If You Hit a Speed Bump, Be Relentless”
Calling all gardeners! James Deamer, has set out to be the world’s biggest food producer without owning any farms. As co-fo…
Making It Real. Joe Apfelbaum, Founder of Ajax Union
Joe Apfelbaum – Ajax Union
“Energy Without Strategy is a Waste of Time”
Joe Apfelbaum is an energetic entrepreneur, podcaster, author, speaker, and coach. He is also the CEO and founder of Ajax Union…
Making It Real. Stephanie Lai, Founder of Little Hippo
Stephanie Lai – Little Hippo
“Fake It ‘Til You Make It”
Stephanie Lai, founder of Little Hippo, was once a corporate lawyer. She loved her job but yearned for a business of her own. With a focus on b…
Making It Real. Elana Duffy, Founder of Pathfinder Labs
Elana Duffy – Pathfinder Labs
“Dedicated To Veterans”
The story began as Sergeant First Class Elana Duffy was medically returned from the Army after being injured by a roadside bomb in Iraq. She sudd…
Making It Real. Bethany Deshpande, Founder of SomaDetect
Bethany Deshpande – SomaDetect
“Surround Yourself With Your Customers”
It all started with a glass of milk. Bethany Deshpande shares the entrepreneurial story of her father’s passion for biophysics, …
Making It Real. Michael Stausholm, Founder of Sprout
Michael Stausholm – Sprout
“Tell a Good Story and Watch Your Company Grow”
Michael Stausholm, founder of Sprout, used to struggle to teach people exactly what sustainability is. And then he stumbled …
Making It Real. Adam Lazar, Founder of Asarasi
Adam Lazar – Asarasi
“Start With the What If”
Adam Lazar, founder of Asarasi, shares his passion of sustainability and environmental stewardship with his product, organic sparkling tree water. While …
Making It Real. Debbie Drum, Owner of Bee Fresh Publishing
Debbie Drum – Bee Fresh Publishing
“We Live in a World of Reviews”
After a simple Google search of “How to Make Money Online”, Debbie Drum, owner of Bee Fresh Publishing, is now in her seventh year o…
Making It Real. Taylor Jones, Founder of Jones Bar
Taylor Jones – Jones Bar
“Poco a Poco”
Taylor Jones is an entrepreneurial foodie on the go. In his search to provide a quick, clean meal, he brought the Jones Bar to market. This fresh take on the ev…
Making It Real. Keegan Cooke, Founder of Magical Microbes
Keegan Cooke – Magical Microbes
“Cultivate Your Network”
Keegan Cooke, founder of Magical Microbes, makes science exciting with a kit that harnesses the power of microbes found in soil (quite litera…
Making It Real. Kelly Roach, Founder of Kelly Roach Coaching
Kelly Roach – Kelly Roach Coaching
“The 4 Keys to Entrepreneurial Success”
Prepare to be inspired as we speak to Kelly Roach from Kelly Roach Coaching. As a business growth strategist and peak perfo…
Making It Real. Craig Lewis, Founder of Gig Wage
Craig Lewis – Gig Wage
“Fail Faster and Get Better”
Craig Lewis, founder of Gig Wage, shares his urgency to help small businesses with their payroll. While pivoting from a full-service company, to t…
Making It Real. Chris Castleberry, CEO of Knox Box
Chris Castleberry – Knox Box
“Bring Entrepreneurial Spirit into Your Corporate Role”
As a former product executive at a large, global corporation, Chris Castleberry can relate to product managers an…
Making It Real. Drew Cohn, Founder of Radiant 44
Drew Cohn – Radiant 44
“Don't Sound Like You're Selling”
From his experiences, Drew Cohn, founder of Radiant 44, understands that success in business is a winding journey. After years of experience …