Topic: Every Inventor Has a Story

Topic: Every Inventor Has a Story

Author: Rita Crompton October 11, 2025 Duration: 26:44

Join us for an engaging discussion on the stories behind innovative products!

Session 1:
Rita and Michael delve into the world of inventors with their topic "Every Inventor Has a Story!"

Session 2:
🌟 Inventor Spotlight: Mercedes Mane 🌟
📞 Phone: 813-83-5520
📧 Email: mercedes@theproductmanufactory.com
🌐 Website: peggyback.com

Mercedes, the mind behind Peggy Hooks for Any Surface, aims to simplify workspace organization. Learn about the inspiration behind this innovative pegboard organizer and what the future holds for Peggy!

Questions for Mercedes:
1. What problem did you aim to solve with Peggy Hooks?
2. What inspired the creation of this product?
3. Share your plans for future developments.

Session 3:
🌟 Meet Wendi Short 🌟
Creator of Float No More
📞 Phone: 618-979-2655
📧 Email: wendii1007@yahoo.com
🌐 Website: FloatNoMore.com

Wendi's Float No More invention tackles the challenge of staying seated in a hot tub. Discover the journey from idea to product and the strategies used for promotion.

Questions for Wendi:
1. Tell us about Float No More and its purpose.
2. Walk us through the development process.
3. How has the product been received, and what promotion strategies have proven successful?

Session 4:
🔍 Industry Insight from Stephanie Beringhele 🔍
VP of Buyer Relations at ASD Market Week
✉️ Email: Stephanie.Beringhele@asdonline.com
📞 Phone: 818-404-2347
🌐 Website: ASDonline

Stephanie Beringhele, an expert in buyer relations, shares valuable insights into the industry at ASD Market Week. Stay informed with her expertise!


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Ever wonder why some brilliant ideas become household names while others never make it off the shelf? That’s the central puzzle explored in Invent America Podcasts with America's Inventor Lady, Rita Crompton, and the Cajun Contractor, Michael King, Founder of HomeTalkUSA. Each week, Rita and Michael pull back the curtain on the entire journey from concept to consumer, moving beyond simple inspiration to tackle the real, often messy work of bringing an invention to life. Their conversations are grounded in practical reality, featuring candid talks with inventors who have been in the trenches and specialists who understand manufacturing, marketing, and legal hurdles. You’ll hear firsthand accounts of both setbacks and breakthroughs, getting a honest look at what “mind to market” truly requires. This isn’t just theory; it’s a roadmap built from shared experiences. The dynamic between Rita’s inventive expertise and Michael’s contractor’s perspective on building things that last creates a uniquely balanced discussion. Tuning into this podcast feels like getting actionable advice from two seasoned guides who are genuinely invested in demystifying the path to success. Whether you’re tinkering in your garage or are ready to pitch to investors, the insights gathered here offer valuable lessons on resilience, adaptation, and the specific ingredients that can turn a clever idea into a viable product.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Invent America Podcasts with America's Inventor Lady, Rita Crompton, and the Cajun Contractor, Michael King, Founder of HomeTalkUSA
Podcast Episodes
Topic: How to License Your Invention & New Gadgets for 2026 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:45
Welcome to Invent America Podcasts! Hosts Mike King and Rita Crompton (America's Inventor Lady) dive deep into the "Golden Rule" of inventing: If you have one product, license it!. In this episode, we explore the critica…
Is the US Patent System Broken? The Fight for American Inventors [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:57
Are big corporations crushing the "little guy" in the garage? In this episode of Invent America Podcasts, host Rita interviews Randy Landreneau, President of US Inventor, to expose the shocking reality facing American in…
Topic: Selling in the USA vs. Canada: Licensing Secrets for Inventors [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:21
Are you an inventor struggling to get your product on store shelves at Home Depot, Lowes, or Walmart? The rules of the game change the moment you cross the border.In this episode of Invent America TV, we break down the c…
Topic: The "Path to Perfect" | How to Turn Your Idea into a Product [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:31
Is your invention stuck in the "not perfect yet" phase? In this episode of Invent America TV, Rita Crompton (The Inventor Lady) and Michael King (The Cajun Contractor) reveal why waiting for perfection is killing your pr…
Topic: How Inventors Can Avoid Costly Mistakes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:11
🚀 From Garage to Market: How Inventors Can Avoid Costly Mistakes Stop wasting money on bad patents and premature business plans! Learn the critical steps to take your invention from idea to shelf without going broke. On…
Topic: It Costs Money to Make Money! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:06
Session 1: Rita and Michael will talk about It Costs Money to Make Money! Session 2: Inventor: Steve McCoyEmail: smccoy1128@hotmail.comName of Product: Window Storm Panel Bio: While I was renovating a house, I had just f…
Topic: The Secret to Managing Time is Persistence! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:32
Session 1: Rita and Michael will talk about The secret to managing time is Persistence! Session 2: Inventor: Carroll Stewart Phone: 252-903-1075 Email: cstewart043@gmail.com Name of Product: HVAC Hero Questions: 1. Carro…