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Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner

Kary Oberbrunner

Welcome to You Are an IP Company podcast with Kary Oberbrunner and Katie Rubino. Our passion is helping entrepreneurs publish, protect, and promote their intellectual property. This podcast is sponsored by Instant IP™.

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26:40

S4 Ep45: Why You Should Start an IP Holding Company ASAP

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/10/28

Your intellectual property is one of your most valuable business assets, but most entrepreneurs leave it unprotected. In this episode, we explore how creating an IP holding company can safeguard your trademarks, copyrights, and creative assets from lawsuits and creditors. You’ll learn how separating your IP adds transparency for investors and strengthens your overall business structure. We also share real examples of infringement and how proper documentation can prevent costly disputes. Listen

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11:39

S4 Ep44: AI Stole my 3 Books and I Got $9,000 as...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/10/23

AI company Anthropic used thousands of authors’ books—maybe even yours—to train its model, Claude. Now, a $1.5 billion settlement in Bartz v. Anthropic could change everything for creators. In this episode, we unpack what it means for authors, how to file a claim, and why IP theft is skyrocketing in the age of AI. Listen now to learn how to protect your work and your rights. PROTECT your first idea FREE ► https://instantip.app/

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21:29

S4 Ep43: Clarity Attracts. Confusion Repels. Why You...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/10/21

Ever wondered how to protect your ideas without getting lost in legal jargon? Kary takes you behind the scenes of his own IP journey, where he identifies infringement, develops a protection strategy, and leverages trademarks, copyrights, and smart contracts. With insights from IP expert Katie Rubino, they show you how to monitor, defend, and leverage your unique work in today’s fast-moving market. Learn practical, actionable steps to safeguard your ideas and make sure others take them seriously

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28:57

S4 Ep42: Own Your Brand, Own Your Career with Mike Kim

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/10/16

Stand out, get noticed, and take control of your career. Mike Kim, co-author of Own Your Brand, Own Your Career, shares how to build a personal brand that opens doors, creates opportunities, and amplifies your impact, no matter your career stage.PROTECT your first idea FREE ► https://instantip.app/

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29:37

S4 Ep41: What does the government shutdown mean for...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/10/03

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.Protect your first idea free. Go to https://www.instantip.app - no credit card required.

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27:05

S4 Ep40: The Secret All Entrepreneurs Share (and How...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/09/09

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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19:32

S4 Ep39: You are an influencer. The first thing you...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/09/02

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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17:47

S4 Ep38: Brand Like a Billion-Dollar Company: IP...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/07/22

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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24:54

S4 Ep37: Why IP Needs More Women—and What Ashley...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/07/15

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

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16:03

S4 Ep36: The Silver Lining for Authors When AI Trains...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/07/08

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

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30:52

S4 Ep35: Protecting Ideas in the Age of AI: A...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/07/01

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

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27:35

S4 Ep34: Why Front Stage Influencers Need Back Stage...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/06/17

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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23:29

S4 Ep33: What I Wish I Knew About IP When I First...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/06/10

This podcast uncovers the hidden IP inside everyday businesses and reveals how naming, packaging, and protecting your process can be your most valuable asset. Join hosts Kary and Katie and their special guest, Chad Jenkins. as they help entrepreneurs recognize, articulate, and monetize their unique genius—starting with “naming the baby.”

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22:47

S4 Ep32: How to Turn Your Brand into IP that Pays Cash

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/06/03

In this episode, we’re joined by the unstoppable Randi Brill, founder of Just Call Randi, a brand design agency built for creators, collaborators, and bold entrepreneurs. Randi shares her journey from corporate burnout to building a business that reflects her unique genius—and helps others do the same. She dives into why your brand is more than just a logo, what most business owners get wrong about packaging and identity, and how her signature “Brand Design Symptoms Quiz” and brand checkups are

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24:08

S4 Ep31: Can AI Win an Oscar? The Future of AI, IP,...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/05/13

In this episode, we dive into the tension between human creativity and artificial intelligence. From headlines about AI winning Oscars and Nobel Prizes to the tricky legal questions around AI inventorship and patents, we unpack the fears, hopes, and big questions shaping the future. Join us as we explore where human ingenuity fits in a world increasingly driven by machines.

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15:53

S4 Ep30: The IP Dam Dilemma: Innovation is Booming,...

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/05/06

In this episode of You Are an IP Company, Kary Oberbrunner and Katherine Rubino break down what they call “The IP Dam Dilemma.” As innovation accelerates in fields like biotech, AI, and 3D printing, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office struggles to keep up—with application backlogs slowing critical progress for startups, researchers, and investors. From drug development to product launches, they explore how delays in IP protection can stall innovation, discourage investment, and leave entrepreneurs

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27:21

S4 Ep29: Is AI Stealing your IP?

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/04/29

AI isn’t the enemy—but if we’re going to coexist, it must respect human intellectual property.The other day, someone told me to check out a new tool. I was nervous to see what I might find. Did Facebook steal my books to train its AI without my permission? I read the article in The Atlantic and entered my name. Sure enough—5 of my 14 books were taken. Used without my consent. I’m not alone. Try searching your favorite author. What will you find? (I'm not sure, but there's clearly a serious

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21:19

S4 Ep28: 1 Million Patents Backlogged at the USPTO

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/04/22

It's the perfect storm. According to Gene Quinn and IPWatchdog Unleashed, at least 800,000 patents are now backlogged. The number is more accurately estimated at 1.2 million. Why? "As the result of increased fees put into effect by the previous Administration, there was a rush to file continuations earlier this year before the fees increased.... and more than 300,000 continuations were filed before the fee increases went into effect....And with job offers for up to 600 patent examiners withdrawn,

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26:59

S4 Ep27: How Stolen IP Can Shake Your Confidence

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/04/17

Meet Dan Nicholson. He's a successful author, speaker, and thought leader. Everything was growing and humming along quite well until he discovered someone he trusted was misusing his intellectual property. It spun him into a spiral of shame and blame. Learn how he recovered and came back stronger than ever. He'll share how to protect your IP and what to do when your confidence is shaken.

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15:26

S4 Ep26: An Inside Look at IP Franchise Movies

Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner ·

2025/04/15

Many people love IP Movie Franchises. Enduring successful ones are a blend of nostalgic and innovation. Great ones embody a delicate blend between honoring the past and reimagining the future. If the IP is ignored , then fans boycott the film. If the IP isn't creative enough, then viewers are bored. Katie and Kary explore the finer points of IP Movie Franchises that top the charts.

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