Patent Pitfalls, The Shocking Truth Most Entrepreneurs Learn Too Late

Patent Pitfalls, The Shocking Truth Most Entrepreneurs Learn Too Late

Author: Ash Lonare May 21, 2025 Duration: 46:09

700+ patents. Two decades of experience. One global mission to protect your million-dollar ideas.


Ever wondered what separates a napkin sketch from a billion-dollar business? Or why some ideas get stolen while others get sealed with ironclad protection? Today’s guest has been on both sides of the patent battlefield—first as a U.S. Patent Examiner, and now as the fierce advocate behind one of the most trusted patent law offices in the country.


From nanotech to international filings, he's the go-to guy if you're serious about safeguarding your innovation.


Please welcome to the Founders Podcast… Austin Bonderer – also known as Austin the Patent Attorney.


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Ash Lonare hosts Founders Podcast, a series of conversations that go straight to the source. Each episode features a different founder or seasoned expert, but the format feels less like a formal interview and more like a candid exchange you might overhear between colleagues after a long day. The focus is on the tangible details often glossed over in success stories-the specific decisions, the unforeseen obstacles, and the practical strategies that actually worked when theory met reality. You’ll hear about the early doubts, the pivotal moments that changed a company’s direction, and the personal philosophies that guide these leaders through constant uncertainty. This podcast is built on the premise that the most valuable lessons come from those who have navigated the complex journey of building something from nothing. Listening feels like gaining access to a private roundtable, offering perspectives that are both inspirational and immediately useful for anyone involved in their own venture. The discussions are grounded in real experience, providing a resource that feels substantive and directly applicable to the daily challenges of launching and growing a business.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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