Episodios

  • S4 Ep41: What does the government shutdown mean for your IP rights?

    S4 Ep41: What does the government shutdown mean for your IP rights?
    Oct 3 2025
    In this episode, Kary Oberbrunner and Katie Rubino explore the impact of current events on intellectual property and what to do when someone steals your IP. They break down what a government shutdown could mean for your IP rights, including potential delays, protections, and practical steps to safeguard your creations.

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    30 m
  • S4 Ep40: The Secret All Entrepreneurs Share (and How to Maximize It)

    S4 Ep40: The Secret All Entrepreneurs Share (and How to Maximize It)
    Sep 9 2025
    Kary and Katie are joined by special guest Annabelle Beckwith for a powerful conversation on the one trait every entrepreneur across the globe shares—and how to use it to fuel faster, easier growth.

    Tune in to discover practical strategies and mindset shifts that can help you unlock your next level of success.

    Find out more at https://www.instantip.today/
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    27 m
  • S4 Ep39: You are an influencer. The first thing you need to do to start protecting your IP

    S4 Ep39: You are an influencer. The first thing you need to do to start protecting your IP
    Sep 2 2025
    In this episode of You are an IP Company, Kary and Katie dive into the very first thing every influencer needs to do to safeguard their creative work.

    Whether you’re building a brand, creating content, or growing your audience, protecting your intellectual property isn’t optional—it’s essential.

    Tune in to learn how to take that critical first step toward securing what makes your influence uniquely yours.

    Find out more at https://www.instantip.today/
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    20 m
  • S4 Ep38: Brand Like a Billion-Dollar Company: IP Lessons from AI, VC, and McDonald’s

    S4 Ep38: Brand Like a Billion-Dollar Company: IP Lessons from AI, VC, and McDonald’s
    Jul 22 2025
    This episode dives into the explosive intersection of AI, branding, and intellectual property. Katie and Kary unpack a recent PitchBook article on VC exits, share insights on market adoption of blockchain-backed IP, and analyze how branding brilliance—like McDonald’s minimalist campaigns—creates massive value. A must-listen for founders, creatives, and IP lovers.
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    18 m
  • S4 Ep37: Why IP Needs More Women—and What Ashley Cheung Is Doing About It

    S4 Ep37: Why IP Needs More Women—and What Ashley Cheung Is Doing About It
    Jul 15 2025
    Women make up a small fraction of the IP industry—but Ashley Cheung is working to change that. Hear her discuss the power of female innovation, what resonated most from You Are an IP Company, and how her experiences are lighting the way for future women leaders in tech and law.

    Ashley Cheung runs her business and personal life by a single motto: Nothing ventured, nothing gained. She founded Virtual Patent Gateway in early 2020 to extend her case management expertise to more attorneys through a digital platform. She actively seeks out innovative methods to support leading patent attorneys through complex Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) post-grant proceedings.

    As a first-generation immigrant from Hong Kong and proud business owner, Ashley is passionate about passing on lessons of determination and amplifying underrepresented voices in the legal field. She invests her time and talent into the next generation of leaders to increase their professional skills, instill confidence, and inspire excellence by example—especially for young women with big aspirations.

    She also hosts three insightful podcasts: IP Talk: Brand Insights, FemTech,and Virtual Water Cooler Chat. Through these platforms, Ashley shares conversations at the intersection of innovation, law, and leadership. More info at ashley-cheung.com/podcasts.
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    25 m
  • S4 Ep36: The Silver Lining for Authors When AI Trains on Your Books

    S4 Ep36: The Silver Lining for Authors When AI Trains on Your Books
    Jul 8 2025
    In this episode, Kary and Katie dive into a hot-button topic that’s keeping authors up at night—and stirring up big debates across the publishing world: AI training on books. But instead of sounding the alarm, they’re flipping the script. Is there a silver lining for authors when AI learns from their work? From discoverability boosts to unexpected revenue opportunities, they explore how writers might not just survive the AI wave—but ride it. Whether you're skeptical, curious, or cautiously optimistic, this episode is your invitation to think differently.
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    16 m
  • S4 Ep35: Protecting Ideas in the Age of AI: A Conversation with Pete Sacco

    S4 Ep35: Protecting Ideas in the Age of AI: A Conversation with Pete Sacco
    Jul 1 2025
    Pete Sacco discusses how blockchain and a new IP paradigm are transforming how creators protect and value their work in a rapidly evolving digital world.
    Pete Sacco is a tech visionary, IP evangelist, and spiritual entrepreneur who’s redefining what it means to build value in the modern world. A pioneer in data center innovation, Pete is leading a movement to protect intellectual property on the blockchain. He’s also the author of Living in Bliss, a reflection on his 30-year inner and outer journey. In this episode, Pete shares his philosophy on content, consciousness, and why the next frontier of success is rooted in both innovation and inner peace.
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    31 m
  • S4 Ep34: Why Front Stage Influencers Need Back Stage Team Members. An Honest Conversation with World-Class Speaker Tunji Adebayo.

    S4 Ep34: Why Front Stage Influencers Need Back Stage Team Members. An Honest Conversation with World-Class Speaker Tunji Adebayo.
    Jun 17 2025
    Tunji Adebayo brings raw insight into the reality of being the “front stage” leader—and what it takes behind the scenes to make it all work. With humor and humility, he unpacks his wins, his missteps, and how building the right team has helped him stay focused on the mission.
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    28 m