Invst Guru: Your Guide to Equity Crowdfunding Opportunities
Dive into the world of equity crowdfunding with Invst Guru, the podcast that connects you to the most exciting investment opportunities. Each episode spotlights one active campaign, providing insights into the company, its vision, and why it could be a compelling addition to your investment portfolio.
From groundbreaking startups to innovative businesses reshaping industries, Invst Guru is your trusted guide for discovering ventures worth exploring. Whether you're a seasoned investor or new to equity crowdfunding, join us to learn, analyze, and stay ahead in the dynamic world of startup funding.
Invest smarter. Invest informed. Be the guru.
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Invst Guru: Your Guide to Equity Crowdfunding Opportunities
Dive into the world of equity crowdfunding with Invst Guru, the podcast that connects you to the most exciting investment opportunities. Each episode spotlights one active campaign, providing insights into the company, its vision, and why it could be a compelling addition to your investment portfolio.
From groundbreaking startups to innovative businesses reshaping industries, Invst Guru is your trusted guide for discovering ventures worth exploring. Whether you're a seasoned investor or new to equity crowdfunding, join us to learn, analyze, and stay ahead in the dynamic world of startup funding.
Invest smarter. Invest informed. Be the guru.
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Trung Pham, founder and CEO of RYSE, to explore how his company is transforming the smart home industry—one window at a time.
RYSE builds intelligent, retrofit IoT devices that automate existing blinds, curtains, and shades—no replacement required. Trung shares how a personal frustration sparked a billion-dollar idea, leading to a patented line of smart window automation products now featured in luxury homes, hotels, and retail stores like Best Buy.
💡 In This Episode:
📈 Key Stats:
🎯 Learn how Trung Pham is building the future of AI-driven home automation while empowering investors through community ownership.
👉 Visit https://helloryse.com or https://invest.helloryse.com to learn more.
#InvstGuru #SmartHome #IoT #RYSE #JeffFuzzyWenzel #EquityCrowdfunding #HomeAutomation #TechInnovation #StartupSuccess
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Bobby DeMars, founder and CEO of Blind Barrels — the first and only double-blind whiskey tasting experience changing how people discover and enjoy craft spirits.
🍀 In This Episode:
🔥 Whether you’re a whiskey lover, startup investor, or subscription business founder, this conversation dives deep into innovation, community, and the power of blind discovery.
👉 Learn more at www.blindbarrels.com
📩 For accredited investors: email SayWhiskey@BlindBarrels.com
🎙️ Podcast: Invst Guru
👤 Host: Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel
💡 Guest: Bobby DeMars, Founder & CEO of Blind Barrels
#Whiskey #BlindBarrels #Startup #SubscriptionBox #Crowdfunding #Investing #Bourbon #Tequila #InvstGuru #JeffWenzel #Entrepreneurship #WhiskeyTasting
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Michael Machat, founder of Vampire Corp, the company behind the legendary Vampire® and Dracula® brands in wine, spirits, coffee, and chocolate.
What began as a spark of imagination after reading Dracula has become a 30-year journey of brand building, legal mastery, and entrepreneurial persistence. Michael shares how he turned a gothic fantasy into a thriving business empire — complete with award-winning wines from Napa Valley, premium vampire tequila, and absinthe cocktails that win gold medals.
💀 In This Episode:
🍷 Whether you’re a fan of bold brands, gothic aesthetics, or great business stories, this episode delivers a masterclass in creativity, trademarks, and timeless marketing.
👉 Learn more:
https://vampire.com
https://wefunder.com/vampire.spirits
#InvstGuru #VampireWine #DraculaWine #JeffFuzzyWenzel #VampireCorp #EquityCrowdfunding #Wefunder #Entrepreneurship #WineBusiness #VampireTequila #GothicBranding #BrandStorytelling
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with filmmaker Marine Assaiante, producer of A Dream for Amy — a new female-led vampire horror feature film raising funds on Wefunder.
From indie film financing to horror distribution strategy, Marine shares how her team turned a chilling metaphor for narcissistic parenting into a gripping cinematic story — and how everyday investors can join the journey for as little as $100.
🎥 In this episode, you’ll learn:
👻 About the film:
A Dream for Amy follows a young woman’s desperate attempt to save her friend from a vampiric mother, blending psychological depth with gothic horror. Filmed in New York’s Beacon and Bronx neighborhoods, it’s a dark exploration of manipulation, control, and empowerment.
💡 Support the project on Wefunder:
👉 wefunder.com/adreamforamy
📲 Follow the journey:
Instagram — @adreamforamy_vampiremovie
LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/marine-assaiante-4b429935/
🎙️ About Invst Guru:
Hosted by Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel, Invst Guru spotlights founders and creators raising capital through equity crowdfunding on platforms like Wefunder, StartEngine, and Republic.
#ADreamForAmy #InvstGuru #JeffFuzzyWenzel #MarineAssaiante #Wefunder #IndieFilm #HorrorMovies #Crowdfunding #FemaleFilmmakers #VampireMovie #IndependentFilm #WomenInFilm #FilmInvestment #EquityCrowdfunding
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In this powerful episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel welcomes Sona Shah, CEO and co-founder of Neopenda — a groundbreaking medtech startup tackling one of the world’s most urgent problems: preventable newborn deaths.
After witnessing healthcare inequities firsthand in Kenya, Sona left her career in engineering to create a wearable vital signs monitor designed specifically for low-resource hospitals. Today, Neopenda’s technology is helping nurses in 40+ hospitals across Kenya monitor and save newborns in real time — with recognition from the United Nations, World Health Organization, and global investors.
Sona shares the decade-long journey of designing for impact, navigating complex regulatory systems, and scaling across emerging markets. She also opens up about the emotional and mental resilience needed to lead through uncertainty — and how staying grounded in mission-driven work fuels her as a founder.
🎙️ What You’ll Learn:
🌍 Learn more at: www.neopenda.com
#InvstGuru #Neopenda #SonaShah #JeffFuzzyWenzel #GlobalHealth #ImpactInvesting #MedTech #StartupFounders #HealthcareInnovation #WeFunder #SocialImpact #StartupStory
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Adam Zec, CEO and Co-Founder of MyStandard, a groundbreaking Web3 platform that’s reshaping how people own, share, and profit from their personal data.
Adam shares how MyStandard empowers individuals to take control of their digital identities—turning data into a personal asset instead of a corporate product. Built on blockchain technology, MyStandard allows users to decide when, how, and with whom their data is shared—while getting paid for it.
From tackling bias in hiring and creating a transparent system for employers and candidates, to building a decentralized infrastructure that keeps users’ data secure, this episode dives into the mission to return power to the people in the data economy.
🎧 In this conversation:
Join Jeff and Adam as they explore how decentralization is disrupting traditional tech and giving individuals a voice—and a paycheck—in the new data economy.
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel talks with Michele Harrington, co-founder of Thin Blue Wine, a boutique winery in Paso Robles, California, that’s redefining what it means to build a purpose-driven brand.
A Marine Corps veteran and lifelong entrepreneur, Michele shares the inspiring journey behind Thin Blue Wine — a winery built to celebrate and support law enforcement, first responders, and the military. What started as a small side project turned into a thriving business with over 10,000 loyal customers, a growing vineyard, and a mission rooted in patriotism and community.
🍷 In This Episode:
🎖️ Listen now to hear how purpose, persistence, and a little bit of wine can build something truly extraordinary.
#InvstGuru #ThinBlueWine #VeteranOwnedBusiness #LawEnforcementSupport #Entrepreneurship #PatrioticBrand #JeffFuzzyWenzel
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Dr. Sanjay Prasad, founder and CEO of SurgiQuality, to uncover how artificial intelligence and data-driven insights are reshaping the world of surgery.
After 30 years as a practicing surgeon in Washington D.C., Dr. Prasad saw firsthand how broken the healthcare referral system had become — with nearly 1 in 3 surgeries deemed unnecessary, costing the U.S. over $210 billion annually. SurgiQuality’s mission? To connect patients with the best outcome-based surgeons in their network using AI-powered analysis of real surgical records, not just referrals based on habit.
🎯 In This Episode:
💡 Learn more: https://surgiquality.com
📘 Check out Race Forward: The Health Equity Guide for Employers at raceandhealthfoundation.org
#SurgiQuality #HealthcareInnovation #AIinMedicine #SurgeryTech #HealthEquity #StartupFunding #JeffFuzzyWenzel #InvstGuru #SanjayPrasad #HealthcareTransparency #MedicalAI #MayoClinic #UPMC #EmployerHealth #DigitalHealth
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Shaun Jafarian, CEO and founder of CounterDrone, to unpack the groundbreaking technology turning drones into truly autonomous systems.
CounterDrone builds drone-agnostic docking stations—smart “homes for flying robots”—that allow drones to launch, land, and recharge automatically with zero human involvement. These modular systems are reshaping how drones are used across public safety, security, agriculture, mining, inspection, and construction, giving organizations 24/7 autonomous capability.
💥 In This Episode:
From military-grade engineering to commercial deployment, Shaun shares how CounterDrone is building the global infrastructure for autonomous air mobility — and what it means for the future of drones, investors, and cities worldwide.
🎧 Tune in to learn how CounterDrone is powering the next generation of smart drone ecosystems—and why autonomy is the future of flight.
#CounterDrone #ShaunJafarian #InvstGuru #DroneTechnology #AutonomousDrones #AI #DroneDocking #DroneFleetManagement #AerospaceTech #HardwareStartup #FutureOfWork #JeffFuzzyWenzel
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What does it take to make a $500K indie film look like a $10M Hollywood production? 🎥
In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with filmmaker Micah Groenevelt of Starfish Film to explore how modern creators are revolutionizing the movie industry.
From crowdfunding on WeFunder to mastering guerrilla filmmaking, Micah shares the insider strategies behind Starfish, a Colorado-based feature film about love, loss, and cloning technology. Discover how filmmakers today are merging art, business, and technology to raise capital, build audiences, and distribute films in a rapidly evolving entertainment landscape.
🔥 In This Episode:
🎞️ Learn more at:
👉 watchstarfish.com
👉 investors.starfishfilm.com
#StarfishFilm #MicahGroenevelt #InvstGuru #JeffFuzzyWenzel #indiefilm #crowdfunding #WeFunder #filmmaking #startupfundraising #coloradofilm #AIinFilm #futureofmovies #filmfinance
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel talks with Callen McGibbon, founder and CEO of RepHealth, a company transforming how we understand the physical impact of jobs on workers’ bodies and minds.
RepHealth uses 3D body scanning, self-reporting, and blood analysis to map how careers affect health over time — helping unions protect workers, improve workplace safety, and reduce long-term injuries.
Callen shares how his 20+ years in elite sports performance (including work with Olympic and NHL athletes) shaped his mission to bring world-class optimization tools to skilled trade workers. Learn how RepHealth:
This episode is a must-watch for anyone interested in AI, worker health, union innovation, startup fundraising, and the future of occupational wellness.
👉 Learn more about RepHealth: https://rephealth.com/
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Tags:
#RepHealth #CallenMcGibbon #InvstGuru #WorkerHealth #3DBodyScanning #UnionTech #StartupFundraising #OccupationalHealth #AIWorkplaceWellness #SkilledTrades #FutureOfWork #LaborInnovation #HealthTechStartup #JeffFuzzyWenzel
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Discover how Brinard Sweeting, Founder & CEO of Cayplex Entertainment, is rebuilding community entertainment in Grand Bahama. In this episode of Invst Guru, hosted by Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel, Brinard shares how Cayplex is bringing back the island’s first movie theater in over six years—after Hurricane Dorian destroyed the last one.
Learn how this Bahamian entrepreneur raised over $100,000 through community crowdfunding, secured government-backed funding, and integrated solar energy and AI-driven digital marketing to create a sustainable, locally owned entertainment hub.
🎥 Topics Covered:
Subscribe for more inspiring founder stories from Invst Guru — where innovation meets impact.
#CayplexEntertainment #BrinardSweeting #BahamasBusiness #CommunityDevelopment #Crowdfunding #Sustainability #MovieTheater #Entrepreneurship #StartupStories #InvstGuru
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In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Ronak Vyas, CEO and Co-Founder of MedCoShare, to explore how this Philadelphia-based startup is transforming the way private medical practices operate.
🚀 MedCoShare is pioneering the medical coworking model — giving doctors and healthcare professionals flexible, turnkey office space without the burden of long-term leases or heavy overhead. With four locations across three states, MedCoShare is helping over 100 independent practices grow with agility and efficiency.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
📈 Whether you’re a physician, real estate investor, or startup founder, this conversation dives deep into the intersection of commercial real estate, healthcare innovation, and entrepreneurial leadership.
👉 Learn more: https://www.medcoshare.com
👉 Invest in MedCoShare: https://wefunder.com/medcoshare
🎙️ Podcast: Invst Guru — conversations with founders transforming how startups raise capital and scale.
📍 Host: Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel, CEO of Pre-IPO Hype
#MedCoShare #HealthcareInnovation #Coworking #MedicalRealEstate #HealthcareStartups #PhysicianEntrepreneur #Investing #WeFunder #InvstGuruPodcast #JeffFuzzyWenzel #StartupInvesting #HealthcareTech #RealEstateInvesting
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Discover how Burble, a groundbreaking immersive technology company, is redefining storytelling and mindfulness through light, sound, and imagination. In this episode, Jay Goth, CEO of Burble, joins Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel to share how minimally defined immersive storytelling (MDI) is helping children on the autism spectrum regulate emotions, boost creativity, and relax in a sensory-safe environment.
🧠 What You’ll Learn:
• How Burble blends storytelling, AI, and sensory design to create calming immersive environments for children and families
• Why the autism community is central to Burble’s mission and early crowdfunding strategy
• The company’s patented technology for “minimally defined immersion”
• How Burble’s innovative tent + app system transforms bedrooms into creative, therapeutic spaces
• The future of immersive wellness — from home products to airports, schools, and mindfulness spaces
🌈 About Burble:
Burble is a tech-driven storytelling company that builds immersive environments combining light, sound, and story to engage the imagination and promote emotional regulation. Its first product — a bright tent and companion app — is designed to help children (especially those with autism) relax, focus, and dream freely.
📈 Company Highlights:
• Mission-driven, neurodiversity-focused innovation
• Patent-backed immersive technology
• Early traction from hundreds of demonstrations and testimonials
• Expanding from autism support to mindfulness and educational applications
💰 Interested in Investing or Joining the Waitlist?
👉 Visit https://burblecreativity.com to learn more, invest in the current Reg CF crowdfunding round, or reserve your Burble tent today.
🎙️ Hosted by Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel on The Empowered Podcast (Invst Guru Edition) — where visionary founders and innovators share how they’re shaping the future of technology, wellness, and storytelling.
#Burble #AutismSupport #ImmersiveStorytelling #Neurodiversity #StartupFounders #Crowdfunding #AIStorytelling #MindfulnessTech #SensoryInnovation #RegCF
This podcast is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice or a solicitation to invest. The companies discussed may be conducting Regulation Crowdfunding offerings. All investments must be made through a registered funding portal as required by the SEC. Do not rely on any information in this episode as an offer to buy or sell securities. Investing in startups is risky and can result in the loss of your entire investment. Please review the full offering documents and disclosures on the official campaign page before making any investment decision.
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In this episode of The Empowered Podcast (Invst Guru Edition), we sit down with Mak Grgic, Grammy-nominated guitarist and CEO & Co-Founder of Notey, the groundbreaking platform transforming how people learn music.
Notey combines AI, gaming, and education to turn traditional music practice into an immersive, game-like experience. With a mission to make music learning as engaging as playing Guitar Hero or Super Mario, Notey helps beginners stick with their instruments longer — solving one of the biggest challenges in music education today.
🎵 Topics Covered:
🔥 Whether you’re a musician, educator, or startup founder, this episode dives deep into the future of music practice, gamification, and edtech innovation.
📊 A quick snapshot from Notey:
• $250K new commitments this week, bringing us close to 50% cash in the bank for our current raise
• New partnership with Devot, an award-winning software company, to fast-track parent/teacher dashboards and launch our Android build
📈 Key Metrics & Growth:
• 20K users and 40 school partnerships (+11% increase from past quarter)
• Engagement: 12 min/session
• Conversion: 7% install → SFT, 48% SFT → paid
• Retention: D1 88%, D90 67% (vs. industry avg ~2%)
• Unit economics: CAC ~$30 vs. $60 annual subscription
💰 Interested in speaking about Notey’s current raise or just have questions? Grab a time here: https://calendly.com/mak-grgic/30min?month=2025-10
📱 Try Notey on iOS: https://notey.co/
💬 Connect with Mak Grgic: https://www.makgrgic.com
#MusicTech #AIinMusic #Gamification #StartupPodcast #Notey #MakGrgic #MusicEducation #EdTech #DuolingoForMusic #AI #MusicLearning
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In this episode, Revo Zero co-founder Ruben Creus unveils how the company’s plug-in fuel cell (PFC) technology is redefining the automotive industry. By combining battery power with hydrogen fuel cells, Revo Zero is creating luxury zero-emission vehicles that can travel up to 700 miles and refuel in just 7 minutes.
Creus explains how Revo Zero’s hybrid energy system delivers the best of both worlds — the convenience of electric charging at home and the range of hydrogen fueling on the road. He also breaks down how the company plans to build a nationwide hydrogen refueling network, starting with airports, municipalities, and universities.
Learn how Revo Zero is challenging traditional EV models by pairing cutting-edge vehicle design with its own fueling infrastructure, and why Creus believes energy independence and clean air are the keys to the future of mobility.
🔹 Topics Covered:
🎙️ Guest: Ruben Creus, Co-Founder of Revo Zero
💡 Host: The Empowered Podcast (Invst Guru Edition)
📍 Learn more at RevoZero.com
#RevoZero #HydrogenCars #CleanEnergy #SustainableMobility #EVRevolution #HydrogenFuelCell #LuxurySUV #GreenTech #RubenCreus #ElectricVehicles
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In this episode, we sit down with Doug Bertram, CEO and Founder of Structural Elements™️, to explore how his company is transforming the world of orthopedic wellness and redefining what it means to move, heal, and live pain-free.
With over 100,000 treatments delivered since 2015, Structural Elements™️ is on a mission to expand to 125 clinics nationwide, offering an integrative approach that combines physical therapy, chiropractic techniques, and advanced recovery modalities like red light therapy, cryotherapy, and fascia mapping.
Doug shares:
✅ How Structural Elements™️ built a cash-based franchise model that gives practitioners freedom and patients elite-level care.
✅ Why the fascia and autonomic nervous system connection is key to long-term health.
✅ How franchise partners can join this growing movement in orthopedic wellness and preventative care.
✅ Insights from their Reg CF crowdfunding campaign on Republic and the company’s expansion plans.
Whether you're an investor, wellness professional, or franchise operator, this conversation offers a front-row seat into a rapidly growing sector blending healthcare, science, and entrepreneurship.
📍 Learn more: https://structuralelements.com
💰 Invest: https://republic.com/structuralelements
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In this episode, we sit down with John R. (Grizz) Deal, CEO of iX Water (ICS Water), to discuss how his company is addressing one of the world’s most pressing problems: industrial wastewater. iX Water has transformed cutting-edge research from Los Alamos National Laboratory into a scalable solution that helps industries recycle even the most contaminated water at a fraction of traditional costs.
Grizz shares the story behind iX Water’s origins, the challenges of bringing disruptive technology to market, and why credibility is often the most significant barrier to adoption. He explains how their systems deliver up to 98% water recovery—dramatically outperforming conventional methods—and why their “fit-for-purpose water” approach is a game-changer for industries ranging from oil and gas to chemical manufacturing and, eventually, farming.
Listeners will also hear about iX Water’s unique business model, which combines a lean, expert-driven team with a plan to scale through partnerships with global leaders. With more than 2,600 investors already on board, Grizz outlines how iX Water delivers both strong financial potential and measurable environmental impact—what he calls the company’s dual mission.
Whether you’re an investor, an entrepreneur, or simply someone concerned about the future of water, this episode offers valuable insights into how innovation, business strategy, and sustainability can be aligned to create meaningful global change.
👉 Learn more about iX Water at their industrial site and explore their active crowdfunding campaign on StartEngine.
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Are retail investors at a disadvantage against Wall Street? 🤔
In this episode, George Kailas, CEO of Prospero.ai, shares how his company is helping everyday investors cut through the noise and make smarter financial decisions.
Prospero.ai combines AI technology with institutional-grade signals to show retail investors where the market is heading. With 10 simple yet powerful signals, their app and newsletter reveal what the “smart money” is doing—making investing more transparent and accessible.
✅ Topics we cover in this episode:
🔗 Learn more about Prospero.ai: https://republic.com/prospero#
📈 If you’re interested in AI investing tools, stock market strategies, and financial education, this episode is for you.
#Investing #AI #StockMarket #RetailInvesting #ProsperoAI
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Episode Description:
Industrial wastewater is one of the world’s most expensive and overlooked challenges, costing companies hundreds of billions each year in disposal and compliance. IX Water, a Colorado-based startup, is developing modular reclamation systems designed to recycle up to 99.8% of contaminated water while cutting costs by up to 90%. In this episode, we delve into the scope of the wastewater crisis, the company’s patented approach, and the leadership team driving it forward. We also examine both the bullish and bearish perspectives on IX Water’s Regulation Crowdfunding campaign, giving listeners a balanced view of the risks and opportunities.
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