From portable projectors and screen-time detox apps to AI fashion fits and foldable helmets — this week, Theo & Alex explore eight startups reshaping how we live, work, and move.
Expect smart takes, bad jokes, and real curiosity as they unpack LUMI, NOBLE MOBILE, FAXO, CANMONKEY, AURA, Woolf Helmets, Karyoo, and CureValue — all live campaigns spotted on Wefunder and Republic.
It’s a 15-minute dive into innovation that actually feels practical — startups solving real problems in refreshingly simple ways.
🎙️ Smart scouting, zero hype. Just the next big things — before they blow up.
This week, Theo spotlights eight startups raising across StartEngine and Wefunder — spanning AI infrastructure, late-stage hardware, digital health, craft spirits, and more.
From billion-dollar AI systems to community-owned festivals and cord-free power tech, these are the early-stage ventures shaping what’s next.
Featuring:
The A.I. Frontier Fund (IRA)
SambaNova IRA-1
Series Cerebras IRA-1
SohoMD
Same Same But Different Music Festival
Shark Wheel
Kapena Tequila
Etherdyne Technologies
🎧 Listen, follow, and discover startups before they scale — only on Next Big Thing Radar.
A 15-minute, no-hype tour of eight early-stage startups we’re watching this week. Theo and Alex break down what each company does, why it matters, and the key risks—fast, factual, and useful for your own diligence.
In this episode, Theo and Alex explore eight early-stage startups redefining how we live, work, and unwind — from orthopedic innovation and AI travel planning to Korean spirits and indoor smart gardens.
They unpack the stories behind:
PARKIT CO. — premium outdoor gear for modern adventurers
TENDER LOVING EMPIRE — where creativity meets commerce in a values-driven retail model
BRUNO — a modern wine brand making great wine approachable and fun
ACUITIVE TECHNOLOGIES — bioabsorbable orthopedic implants supporting faster, safer healing
CALOSYN PHARMA — targeted sustained-release therapy for osteoarthritis pain
SOJU VENTURES — bringing authentic Korean soju to the U.S.
ODYSSE — AI-curated travel itineraries that actually feel human
TOMATO+ — sleek Italian smart gardens for home-grown freshness
It’s a mix of design, data, and everyday innovation — all filtered through the Next Big Thing Radar lens: early-stage insight, no hype.
Early-stage startup scouting—facts, not hype. Theo and Alex break down six picks: Gecko Robotics (StartEngine, Growth, $10k), Revero (Republic, Early, $150), Simple Labs (StartEngine, Early, $500), Comikaze Entertainment(StartEngine, Growth, $300), One Stop Halal (StartEngine, Preparing Reg CF, $497.94), and Slabmags (Wefunder, Early Growth, $100). Lightning mentions: BuildClub ($500) and Medallion ($7,500). Quick context, verifiable facts, and what to validate next—no fluff.
From premium vodka to AI venture studios, childcare innovation, and even heritage beer—this episode of Next Big Thing Radar takes you on a ride through some of the most interesting startups on our radar. Join Theo and Alex for a natural, lively chat filled with laughter, insights, and the occasional coffee spill.
Discover how Hard Cut Vodka is carving a bold identity, why AI Venture Builder could change how startups are born, how June Care Company is tackling America’s childcare crisis, why Hightag’s IoT tags matter for supply chains, the revival story of Hofmeister beer, and the role of StartEngine in democratizing startup investing.
Welcome to the very first episode of Next Big Thing Radar! 🎙️
Theo and Alex introduce the podcast, share what Next Big Thing Radar is all about, and talk through a few startups already featured in the newsletter — from futuristic housing domes (Geoship) to vertical wind turbines (Wind Harvest) and even family travel made easier with BabyQuip.
Expect short, smart, and conversational episodes every week — your radar for spotting early-stage startups before they take off.
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