Best Freedom To Operate Search Podcasts (2025)

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Design Freedom to Operate Search Services | Safeguarding Product Designs – IIP Search 7:38

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3d ago7:38

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Explore how Design Freedom to Operate (FTO) Search Services by IIP Search help businesses safeguard their product designs from infringement risks. This episode explains the importance of assessing design rights before market launch, outlines the step-by-step FTO process, and highlights real-world examples where proactive searches prevented costly d…

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Episode 35: Professional Patent Translation Services | Legal & IP Translation Experts | InventionIP 8:20

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Explore how professional patent translation services play a vital role in global intellectual property protection. This InventionIP podcast delves into the importance of linguistic precision, legal accuracy, and technical expertise in translating patents and IP documents. Learn how accurate translations ensure compliance with international patent l…

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Professional Patent Translation Services | Legal & IP Translation Experts | InventionIP 8:20

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Explore how professional patent translation services play a vital role in global intellectual property protection. This InventionIP podcast delves into the importance of linguistic precision, legal accuracy, and technical expertise in translating patents and IP documents. Learn how accurate translations ensure compliance with international patent l…

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ADHD, Grief & Prince’s Guitar with Ed Byrne 1:01:41

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In this week’s episode, Mine and Paul welcome comedian Ed Byrne - the beloved Irish comic known for his sharp wit, self-deprecating humor, and unflinching honesty - for a candid conversation about living with ADHD. Ed opens up about his late diagnosis, the chaos and comedy of everyday forgetfulness, and how ADHD shapes his creativity, relationships…

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Why You Should Conduct Freedom to Operate (FTO) Search Services or Product Clearance Analysis 6:59

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Discover why conducting a Freedom to Operate (FTO) Search or Product Clearance Analysis is essential before launching a new product. This episode by IIP Search explains how FTO searches help businesses identify patent risks, avoid costly infringement, and make informed go-to-market decisions. Learn how a well-executed FTO analysis protects innovati…

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Episode 34: Know about Trademark Search & Filing Services | InventionIP Podcast 7:33

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Explore how InventionIP’s Professional Trademark Search & Filing Services help businesses protect their brand identity and avoid costly legal issues. This podcast episode explains the importance of conducting a comprehensive trademark search, filing correctly with the USPTO, and maintaining long-term protection. Learn how expert guidance ensures sm…

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Know about Trademark Search & Filing Services | InventionIP Podcast 7:33

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Explore how InventionIP’s Professional Trademark Search & Filing Services help businesses protect their brand identity and avoid costly legal issues. This podcast episode explains the importance of conducting a comprehensive trademark search, filing correctly with the USPTO, and maintaining long-term protection. Learn how expert guidance ensures sm…

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A Strange Gloop with Sara Pascoe 1:10:46

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Content warning: This episode contains themes that some listeners might find upsetting. In this week's episode, Mine and Paul welcome the brilliant comedian, writer, and actor Sara Pascoe. Sara opens up about life with her husband’s ADHD, motherhood, and the mental juggling act of parenting and performing. With her trademark wit and warmth, she exp…

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Understanding Patent Validity and Invalidity Searches | IIP Search Podcast 7:24

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Discover the importance of Patent Validity and Invalidity Searches in this insightful IIP Search podcast episode. Learn how these searches help confirm the strength of granted patents, uncover prior art, and influence legal, licensing, and R&D strategies. Gain a clear understanding of the process, real-world applications, and why professional paten…

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Provisional Patent Drafting | Professional Patent Drafting Services in USA & Canada 7:31

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Discover the essentials of provisional patent drafting in this insightful podcast by InventionIP. Learn how a well-drafted provisional application can secure your invention’s early filing date, strengthen future patent filings, and support innovation in the USA and Canada. Understand key drafting elements, common mistakes to avoid, and how professi…

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Episode 26: Provisional Patent Drafting | Professional Patent Drafting Services in USA & Canada 7:31

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Discover the essentials of provisional patent drafting in this insightful podcast by InventionIP. Learn how a well-drafted provisional application can secure your invention’s early filing date, strengthen future patent filings, and support innovation in the USA and Canada. Understand key drafting elements, common mistakes to avoid, and how professi…

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Provisional Patent Drafting | Professional Patent Drafting Services in USA & Canada 7:31

17d ago7:31

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Discover the essentials of provisional patent drafting in this insightful podcast by InventionIP. Learn how a well-drafted provisional application can secure your invention’s early filing date, strengthen future patent filings, and support innovation in the USA and Canada. Understand key drafting elements, common mistakes to avoid, and how professi…

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Overthinking Out Loud with Sam Thompson 1:09:08

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In this energetic and heartfelt episode, Mine and Paul chat with TV personality and I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! winner Sam Thompson about life with ADHD and autism. Sam opens up about his journey from reality TV fame to self-discovery, sharing how his diagnoses helped him understand his energy, emotions, and relationships. They dive into e…

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Design Patentability Search: An Ultimate Manual for Entrepreneurs and Innovators 6:20

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Learn how a design patentability search can protect your product’s unique look and give you a competitive edge. This episode explores the difference between design and utility patents, the step-by-step process of conducting a design patentability search, and why it’s essential for entrepreneurs and innovators before launching a new product. Packed …

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Episode 33: Patent Landscape Analysis | Trusted Patent Search Services in USA & Canada – InventionIP Podcast 7:37

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Discover how patent landscape analysis helps innovators, startups, and businesses make informed decisions in today’s competitive markets. This episode by InventionIP explores what a patent landscape is, why it matters, and how trusted patent search services in the USA and Canada provide valuable insights into market trends, competitor activity, and…

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Patent Landscape Analysis | Trusted Patent Search Services in USA & Canada – InventionIP Podcast 7:37

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Discover how patent landscape analysis helps innovators, startups, and businesses make informed decisions in today’s competitive markets. This episode by InventionIP explores what a patent landscape is, why it matters, and how trusted patent search services in the USA and Canada provide valuable insights into market trends, competitor activity, and…

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Taking Off the Mask with Robbie Williams 1:20:25

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It's ADHD awareness month ands Mine & Paul are back for Series 4 of I’m ADHD! No You’re Not with the one and only: 18 Brit Award winning, UK Music Hall of Famer and fellow ADH’D’er, Robbie Williams! Robbie talks candidly about his ADHD, intrusive thoughts, body dysmorphia, and struggles with fame - from masking anxiety on stage to navigating doubts…

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Why You Should Do a Patentability Search | IIP Search Podcast 5:54

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Discover why a patentability search is the essential first step before filing a patent in 2025. This episode explores how a professional search helps confirm novelty, avoid costly mistakes, strengthen applications, and boost investor confidence. Learn how identifying prior art early can save time, money, and guide your innovation strategy. Whether …

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Step-by-Step Guide to Design Patent Drawings in Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 7:45

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Discover a step-by-step guide to creating USPTO-compliant design patent drawings. This episode explains why drawings are the foundation of design patent protection, the required views, the difference between solid and dashed lines, and how to avoid common mistakes that could delay or weaken your application. Learn how professional preparation and a…

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Episode 32: Step-by-Step Guide to Design Patent Drawings in Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 7:45

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Discover a step-by-step guide to creating USPTO-compliant design patent drawings. This episode explains why drawings are the foundation of design patent protection, the required views, the difference between solid and dashed lines, and how to avoid common mistakes that could delay or weaken your application. Learn how professional preparation and a…

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Step-by-Step Guide to Design Patent Drawings in Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 7:45

1M ago7:45

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Discover a step-by-step guide to creating USPTO-compliant design patent drawings. This episode explains why drawings are the foundation of design patent protection, the required views, the difference between solid and dashed lines, and how to avoid common mistakes that could delay or weaken your application. Learn how professional preparation and a…

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Episode 31: Why Perform a Patent Invalidity Search Before Litigation | InventionIP Podcast 7:34

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Explore why conducting a patent invalidity search before litigation is essential for businesses and innovators. This episode explains how invalidity searches uncover prior art, assess patent strength, and provide critical leverage in disputes. Learn how this step minimizes legal risks, reduces unnecessary costs, and strengthens your position in cou…

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Why Perform a Patent Invalidity Search Before Litigation | InventionIP Podcast 7:33

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Explore why conducting a patent invalidity search before litigation is essential for businesses and innovators. This episode explains how invalidity searches uncover prior art, assess patent strength, and provide critical leverage in disputes. Learn how this step minimizes legal risks, reduces unnecessary costs, and strengthens your position in cou…

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How to Perform a Freedom to Operate Patent Search on a Product | InventionIP Podcast 6:28

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A Freedom to Operate (FTO) patent search is essential before launching any new product. It helps businesses identify active patents that could pose infringement risks, ensuring a clear path to market. This blog explains what an FTO search is, why it matters, and outlines the step-by-step process — from defining scope and searching databases to anal…

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Episode 30: How to Perform a Freedom to Operate Patent Search on a Product | InventionIP Podcast 6:28

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A Freedom to Operate (FTO) patent search is essential before launching any new product. It helps businesses identify active patents that could pose infringement risks, ensuring a clear path to market. This blog explains what an FTO search is, why it matters, and outlines the step-by-step process — from defining scope and searching databases to anal…

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How to Perform a Freedom to Operate Patent Search on a Product | InventionIP Podcast 6:28

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A Freedom to Operate (FTO) patent search is essential before launching any new product. It helps businesses identify active patents that could pose infringement risks, ensuring a clear path to market. This blog explains what an FTO search is, why it matters, and outlines the step-by-step process — from defining scope and searching databases to anal…

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Episode 29: Steps Involved in a Patentability Search | InventionIP Podcast 7:14

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Discover the essential steps of a patentability search in this episode of the InventionIP Podcast. Host Emma Johnson speaks with IP expert Dr. Michael Turner to unpack the process — from defining your invention to analyzing prior art and preparing a search report. Learn about common mistakes, best practices, and real-world examples that show why a …

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Steps Involved in a Patentability Search | InventionIP Podcast 7:14

2M ago7:14

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Discover the essential steps of a patentability search in this episode of the InventionIP Podcast. Host Emma Johnson speaks with IP expert Dr. Michael Turner to unpack the process — from defining your invention to analyzing prior art and preparing a search report. Learn about common mistakes, best practices, and real-world examples that show why a …

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Beyond the Lines: The Role of Patent Drawings in Securing Innovation | InventionIP 6:18

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Patent drawings are more than just illustrations—they are a vital part of protecting innovation. This episode by InventionIP explores why accurate and professional patent drawings are essential for both utility and design patents. Listeners will learn how drawings help meet USPTO requirements, avoid costly mistakes, and strengthen patent applicatio…

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Episode 28: Beyond the Lines: The Role of Patent Drawings in Securing Innovation | InventionIP 6:18

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Patent drawings are more than just illustrations—they are a vital part of protecting innovation. This episode by InventionIP explores why accurate and professional patent drawings are essential for both utility and design patents. Listeners will learn how drawings help meet USPTO requirements, avoid costly mistakes, and strengthen patent applicatio…

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Beyond the Lines: The Role of Patent Drawings in Securing Innovation | InventionIP 6:18

2M ago6:18

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Patent drawings are more than just illustrations—they are a vital part of protecting innovation. This episode by InventionIP explores why accurate and professional patent drawings are essential for both utility and design patents. Listeners will learn how drawings help meet USPTO requirements, avoid costly mistakes, and strengthen patent applicatio…

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Episode 27: What Is the Difference Between Patentability Search and Prior Art Search? | InventionIP Podcast 6:40

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What’s the real difference between a patentability search and a prior art search? This episode of the InventionIP podcast breaks down the distinct purposes, timing, and outcomes of each type of search. Discover how a patentability search helps determine if an invention is eligible for a patent, while a prior art search is often used to challenge ex…

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What Is the Difference Between Patentability Search and Prior Art Search? | InventionIP Podcast 6:40

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What’s the real difference between a patentability search and a prior art search? This episode of the InventionIP podcast breaks down the distinct purposes, timing, and outcomes of each type of search. Discover how a patentability search helps determine if an invention is eligible for a patent, while a prior art search is often used to challenge ex…

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Hyped Ability with Goldie 1:14:38

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This week and for the final episode of this series, Mine and Paul are joined by the legendary artist and creative force, Goldie, MBE. Though never formally diagnosed, Goldie has long been told he "definitely has ADHD" - and in this episode, he shares how traits like synaesthesia shape his extraordinary mind and artistry. Brace yourself for a powerf…

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Episode 26: Utility Patent Illustrations and the Patent Grant Process | InventionIP Podcast 7:06

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Learn how utility patent illustrations play a crucial role in the patent grant process. This episode breaks down why high-quality drawings are essential, what the USPTO requires, and how illustrations support your claims during examination. From technical compliance to real-world examples, discover how clear and accurate visuals can strengthen your…

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Letting Yourself Go with Lucy Porter 1:01:28

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This week, Mine and Paul are joined by the brilliant writer, comedian and fellow ADH'D'er Lucy Porter. Lucy takes us back to 1990s Manchester, where she was carving out her place in the comedy scene alongside legends like Caroline Aherne and Steve Coogan. She opens up about her journey to diagnosis - first suspected from afar, then officially confi…

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Why Freedom to Operate (FTO) Analysis Is Crucial Before Product Launch | InventionIP Podcast 6:23

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Learn why Freedom to Operate (FTO) analysis is a critical step before launching any product. This episode explores how FTO helps businesses avoid patent infringement, costly litigation, and market setbacks. Understand what an FTO analysis includes, when to conduct it, and how it supports strategic decision-making. Packed with practical insights and…

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Episode 25: Why Freedom to Operate (FTO) Analysis Is Crucial Before Product Launch | InventionIP Podcast 6:23

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Learn why Freedom to Operate (FTO) analysis is a critical step before launching any product. This episode explores how FTO helps businesses avoid patent infringement, costly litigation, and market setbacks. Understand what an FTO analysis includes, when to conduct it, and how it supports strategic decision-making. Packed with practical insights and…

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Searching For Normal with Sami Timimi 1:11:35

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This week Mine and Paul are joined by Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist, Sami Timimi. Sami has over three decades of clinical experience and a prolific body of work, including books like Insane Medicine and Searching for Normal, Sami challenges conventional psychiatric thinking and offers fresh perspectives on neurodiversity, ch…

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Episode 24: How to File for Patent Invalidation with USPTO | IP Talks by InventionIP 8:00

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Learn how to file for patent invalidation with the USPTO in this episode of IP Talks by InventionIP. Discover the key legal grounds for challenging a patent, including lack of novelty, obviousness, and insufficient disclosure. Explore the different pathways like Inter Partes Review (IPR), Post-Grant Review (PGR), and Ex Parte Reexamination. Underst…

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The BBC, ITV & ADHD with Adrian Chiles 1:02:02

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This week, Mine and Paul sit down with beloved Brummie broadcaster and author Adrian Chiles. From secretive MI5 interviews to hosting Match of the Day 2, Adrian’s career has been anything but ordinary. He opens up about the surprising toll success took on his mental health - and how, at the height of his achievements, he was also at his lowest. Adr…

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Why Inventors Need a Patentability Search Before Filing | IP Talk by InventionIP 6:52

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Learn why a patentability search is a crucial first step before filing a patent application. This episode explores how identifying prior art early can help inventors avoid costly rejections, refine their ideas, and improve their chances of securing a patent. Understand the risks of skipping the search and how a professional assessment can guide sma…

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Normally Weird and Weirdly Normal with Robin Ince 58:12

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This week, Mine and Paul are joined by multi-award-winning comedian, author, broadcaster, and science communicator Robin Ince. Robin brings his trademark wit, empathy, and humour to a fast-paced, wide-ranging conversation. He opens up about his past, including how a life-changing car accident affected his entire family, and how a late ADHD diagnosi…

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Episode 23: Patent Invalidity Search vs. Validity Search: Key Differences | InventionIP Podcast 6:46

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Discover the key differences between patent invalidity and validity searches in this insightful episode. Learn when each type of search is used, how they impact patent litigation, enforcement, and licensing, and why they are essential for defending or challenging patent rights. With real-world examples and strategic guidance, this episode is a valu…

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The Hyper-focused Founder with Alex Partridge 1:02:30

4M ago1:02:30

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This week, Mine and Paul are joined by fellow ADHD podcaster, author and entrepreneur, Alex Partridge. Alex opens up about his journey from founding Ladbible and UNILAD to his eventual split from the company and winning a high-profile court case. He shares candidly how the intense pressure led him to struggle with alcoholism, and how his ADHD-drive…

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Episode 22: Can I Draw My Own Design Patent Drawings for the USPTO? | InventionIP 6:07

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Can you draw your own design patent drawings for the USPTO? This episode of the InventionIP Podcast explores what’s legally allowed, what the USPTO expects, and why precision is critical. Learn the risks of DIY drawings, the importance of meeting formal requirements, and when it’s worth hiring a professional. Whether you're a first-time inventor or…

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Over-diagnosed? With Dr. Suzanne O’Sullivan 1:15:55

4M ago1:15:55

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Mine and Paul are joined by award-winning author and physician Dr. Suzanne O’Sullivan for a fascinating and thought-provoking conversation. Dr. O’Sullivan dives into her latest book, The Age of Diagnosis, sharing her insights on the rise of self-diagnosis for ADHD, the complexities of medication, and the potential downsides of labels. Expect an ope…

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Episode 21: Difference Between Provisional and Non-Provisional Patent Drafting | InventionIP Podcast 7:13

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Discover the key differences between provisional and non-provisional patent drafting in this insightful episode by InventionIP. Learn when to file each type, what’s included in the applications, and how each impacts your patent strategy. Whether you're an inventor, startup founder, or IP professional, this episode offers clear, practical guidance t…

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The Sectioned Chef with Heston Blumenthal 1:19:47

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Mine and Paul ventured to the south of France for this week’s episode with the one and only Heston Blumenthal OBE. The experimental chef kindly invited the team to his home ‘En Provence’ to speak about his ADHD and much, much more. Heston vividly retells how he was sectioned in 2023, with a Doctor and the emergency services pinning him down and sed…

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Someone’s Sitting There, Officer with Simon Day and Dal Babu OBE 57:33

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Mine and Paul are joined by two great guests on this week’s I’m ADHD, No You’re Not! One is the much-loved comedian, actor, and fellow Fast Show star, Simon Day. The other is former Metropolitan Police Chief Superintendent, Dal Babu OBE. Simon takes us back to his days in borstal and shares how his parents’ relationship had a huge impact on the cou…