Harmony Baby Nutrition is developing specialized pediatric nutrition products designed with human milk as a biological reference point. In this episode, we examine how formulation science, clinical expertise, and regulatory standards shape product development in infant and toddler nutrition.

The conversation covers why standard formulas fail for some families, how hypoallergenic products are designed, and what challenges arise when translating research into safe, scalable food products. We also discuss manufacturing constraints, regulatory oversight, and competitive dynamics in a market dominated by global incumbents.

This episode is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not provide medical, financial, or investment advice. Parents should consult qualified healthcare professionals regarding infant feeding decisions.

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Starting a brand from zero is hard. Buying one with decades of recognition comes with a very different set of challenges and opportunities.

In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Ryan Fernandez, owner of Bumbo, to unpack the decision to acquire one of the most recognizable baby products in the world and what it really takes to rebuild, protect, and grow a legacy brand.

Ryan shares how he evaluated Bumbo’s brand equity, manufacturing, and market position before acquiring the U.S. intellectual property and production rights. The conversation explores why acquisition can be a smarter path than launching something new, especially when trust, distribution, and awareness already exist.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why acquiring an existing brand can reduce market risk?

• What investors should look for when evaluating brand acquisitions?

• How manufacturing ownership impacts quality and margins?

• The realities of retail distribution and shelf competition.

• Rebuilding consumer trust in a well-known product.

• The role of packaging, compliance, and safety standards.

• How crowdfunding fits into consumer brand ownership?

• Lessons learned from scaling consumer products post-acquisition.

This episode is ideal for founders, operators, and investors interested in consumer brands, acquisitions, retail strategy, and long-term brand ownership.

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In this episode, we examine PopCom, a company developing software designed to add analytics and operational insight to vending machines and kiosks.

The conversation focuses on the problem PopCom says it addresses in unattended retail, how its software platform is positioned, and why management has shifted away from hardware ownership toward a software-focused model. We also discuss the company’s operating history, competitive environment, and the structure of its Regulation Crowdfunding offering.

This episode is for informational purposes only. It does not provide investment advice or a solicitation to invest. Any securities offering discussed is conducted under Regulation Crowdfunding through a registered intermediary. All investments involve risk, including the potential loss of capital.

Listeners should review the company’s Form C, official offering materials, and risk disclosures on the designated platform before making any investment decision.

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Real estate investors move fast, but traditional lenders rarely do. Long approval times, rigid rules, and misaligned incentives often slow down deals and hurt returns.

In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Tim Herriage, founder of Ternus, to unpack what is broken in real estate lending and how a customer-owned model can better serve Main Street investors.

Tim shares his journey from Marine to real estate investor and lender, including his experience building and scaling major lending platforms. Along the way, he saw how institutional lending drifted away from the needs of everyday investors. That insight led to the creation of Ternus, a private lending platform designed around speed, trust, and shared ownership.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why traditional real estate lending fails most investors?

• How private lending can close deals in days, not weeks?

• The fix and flip loan model and why it works.

• Asset-based lending and risk management fundamentals.

• Why aligning customers and investors matters?

• How community ownership changes incentives?

• The role of technology in faster underwriting.

• What investors should know about capital preservation and yield?

• How real estate lending performs across market cycles?

This episode is for real estate investors, founders, operators, and anyone interested in alternative lending, private credit, and community-aligned financial models.

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Learning does not look the same for every child. For many neurodiverse kids, traditional classrooms, screens, and rigid teaching methods can create frustration instead of engagement.

In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel speaks with Amelia Soriano from Burble Creativity about a different approach to learning. One that uses immersive storytelling, sensory-friendly design, and imagination to help neurodiverse children feel calm, focused, and included.

Burble Creativity creates portable immersive environments that combine light, sound, and narrative inside a simple physical space. The goal is not to overwhelm learners, but to gently support regulation, curiosity, and retention by meeting children where they are.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why traditional learning environments fail many neurodiverse kids?

• How immersive storytelling supports focus and emotional regulation?

• The role of light and sound in creating safe learning spaces.

• Why reducing screens can actually improve engagement?

• How Burble blends physical design with thoughtful technology?

• The importance of trust when building products for neurodiverse families.

• How the company is scaling through families, therapists, and schools?

• What investors should understand about inclusive learning innovation?

This episode is for parents, educators, therapists, founders, and investors who care about building learning tools that are inclusive, practical, and designed for real people.

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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel speaks with David V. Duccini, founder of Silicon Prairie Holdings Inc, about what it really means to invest for the long term.

Rather than chasing quick exits or short-term financial engineering, Silicon Prairie Holdings operates with a holding company mindset. The focus is on acquiring, operating, and growing businesses with patience, discipline, and strong leadership alignment.

David shares his perspective on why long-term ownership creates stability for companies, employees, and investors, and why this approach often outperforms faster, more speculative strategies over time.

In this conversation, we explore:

• The difference between a holding company and traditional private equity.

• Why patient capital matters more than timing the market?

• What Silicon Prairie looks for when evaluating businesses?

• The importance of operational leadership after acquisition.

• How long-term thinking affects capital allocation decisions?

• Balancing growth, cash flow, and reinvestment.

• Lessons learned from managing multiple operating companies.

• What investors should understand about risk, discipline, and durability?

This episode is ideal for investors, founders, operators, and anyone interested in building sustainable value rather than chasing short-term returns. It offers a thoughtful, real-world view of investing built on ownership, stewardship, and long-term responsibility.

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Many organizations collect enormous amounts of data but still struggle to make confident decisions. Dashboards are everywhere, yet clarity is often missing. In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “fuzzy” Wenzel speaks with Philippe Reynier, founder of Cigno, about how artificial intelligence can move beyond charts and reports to support real decision making.

Cigno focuses on helping business leaders understand what their data is telling them, why certain patterns matter, and what actions make sense next. Philippe shares how his experience working with enterprise systems and complex data environments shaped his belief that AI must be explainable, trustworthy, and designed for humans, not just data scientists.

In this conversation, we discuss:

• Why most companies are data rich but insight poor?

• The difference between analytics dashboards and decision intelligence.

• How AI can support leaders without replacing human judgment?

• Why trust and explainability are critical for AI adoption?

• Common mistakes organizations make when rolling out AI tools.

• Where AI delivers real value in finance, operations, and strategy?

• How executives can use AI to move faster with more confidence?

This episode is designed for business leaders, operators, data professionals, and investors who want a grounded, realistic view of how AI fits into everyday decision making.

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The International Space Station is scheduled for retirement by 2030. When it goes offline, access to a government operated microgravity laboratory ends. Researchers, defense agencies, and commercial companies will need new ways to test hardware, validate materials, and operate in orbit.

In this episode, we examine ABOVE Space Development Corporation, a company building modular, automated satellite platforms designed for on orbit testing and validation. We discuss how their Prometheus and Archimedes platforms are structured, why orbital infrastructure matters after the ISS, and how commercial providers fit into the evolving space ecosystem.

We also walk through the business context, technical challenges, and risks involved in building and scaling space hardware. This conversation is informational and focused on understanding how companies like ABOVE approach orbital infrastructure in a post ISS environment.

This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Any discussion of fundraising activity is informational. All investments must be made through official Regulation Crowdfunding offering pages on registered intermediary platforms, where full disclosures and risks are available.

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