Best Freedom To Operate Search Podcasts (2025)

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Only You… Finally Understanding Me with Alison Moyet 1:13:29

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In the final episode of series 4, Paul and Mine welcome the legendary Alison Moyet - the unmistakable voice behind Yazoo and one of the defining artists of the 80s alongside contemporaries like Depeche Mode - for a profoundly honest exploration of creativity, identity and neurodivergence. Alison reflects on growing up dyslexic in the 70s, feeling o…

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Anarchy in the Studio with John ‘Johnny Rotten’ Lydon 59:56

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In this week’s episode, punk icon John Lydon (Johnny Rotten) joins the mayhem, bringing his razor-sharp wit, childhood stories of meningitis and memory loss, brutal nun-schooling, empathy, pain, humour, drugs, love, loss, and a lifetime of refusing to sit neatly in anyone’s box - especially not one labelled ADHD. Part interview, part therapy sessio…

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The ADHD Athlete with Hannah Botterman 1:06:02

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This episode was released early on our Patreon England prop and World Cup champion Hannah Botterman joins Mine and Paul for an honest, hilarious dive into life as a neurodivergent athlete. From growing up in a rugby family to being kicked out of college, from “van-life” painting and decorating to unexpectedly earning her England caps, Hannah shares…

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The Truth Behind the Headlines with Dr. Josh Stott 1:14:36

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We're on Patreon! In this illuminating conversation, Mine and Paul sit down with clinical psychologist and UCL researcher Dr. Josh Stott, the lead author behind the recent study that sparked national headlines when it contended that adults diagnosed with ADHD have a reduced life expectancy. Dr. Stott clarifies what the data actually says - and what…

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Why You Need a Chemical Structure Search | IIP Search Podcast 4:41

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This episode explores why Chemical Structure Search is essential for chemical, pharmaceutical, and biotech innovation. Learn how structure-based searching uncovers prior art, identifies Markush claims, validates novelty, and reduces infringement risks. The discussion highlights how accurate structure analysis supports R&D decisions, strengthens pat…

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All About Patent Claim Charts | InventionIP Podcast 5:19

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Discover everything you need to know about Patent Claim Charts in this episode by InventionIP. Learn how claim charts map patent claims to product features, why they are essential in infringement litigation, licensing, due diligence, and competitive analysis, and what makes a chart legally defensible. This episode also explains key challenges, best…

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From The Muppets to Gorillaz with Kevin Bishop 1:11:58

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Join us on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/c/Imadhd In this brilliantly chaotic and honest episode, Mine and Paul welcome actor, comedian and impressionist Kevin Bishop for a conversation that moves at the speed of his (almost) genius mind - fast, funny and unexpectedly vulnerable. Kevin talks about everything from his eerily accurate Steve Coogan…

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How to Identify Patent Infringement Using Claim Charts | IIP Search 4:53

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This episode explores how claim charts are used to identify patent infringement with accuracy and confidence. It breaks down the process of mapping claim elements to product features, gathering evidence, analyzing literal and equivalent infringement, and avoiding common pitfalls. Listeners gain clear insights into how structured claim charting supp…

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What is a Patent Infringement Search and Why It Matters | InventionIP Podcast 4:58

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This podcast episode by InventionIP explains what a Patent Infringement Search is and why it is essential before launching any product. It covers how infringement searches help identify legal risks, avoid costly lawsuits, analyze patent claims, and ensure Freedom to Operate. Listeners will learn how the search is conducted, common misconceptions, a…

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The Guilty Feminist, Author and Comedian with Deborah Frances-White 1:13:31

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On this week’s episode, Mine and Paul welcome Deborah Frances-White for a powerful and engaging conversation that traces her journey from being adopted and raised within a controlling religious community to becoming the sharp, insightful voice behind The Guilty Feminist Podcast. She reflects on how early disconnection shaped her ADHD, her creativit…

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How Does Patent Infringement Work? | Expert Insights Podcast by IIP Search 7:17

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In this episode of the IIP Search Podcast, we explore how patent infringement works, why it happens, and how businesses can protect their innovations. The discussion covers key concepts such as types of infringement, claim chart analysis, litigation risks, and preventive strategies like Freedom to Operate searches. Listeners will gain valuable insi…

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How Long Does It Take to Get a Utility Patent? | InventionIP Podcast 7:13

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Discover how long it really takes to get a utility patent in this insightful episode by InventionIP. Learn about each stage of the patent process—from filing and examination to grant—and understand the factors that affect timelines. The episode also explores ways to speed up approval through Track One and other USPTO programs, plus expert tips for …

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The Dyslexic Dragon with Theo Paphitis 1:07:21

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In this week’s episode, business titan and former Dragon Theo Paphitis joins Mine and Paul to explore the highs, lows, and lessons of living and learning differently. From humble beginnings and school struggles to building an empire, Theo opens up about dyslexia, his views on ADHD, education, risk-taking, and the power of persistence. Theo also ref…

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How to Prepare a Patent Landscape Analysis Report in the United States | IIP Search Podcast 8:02

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Discover how to prepare a comprehensive Patent Landscape Analysis Report in the United States with insights from IIP Search. This podcast explores each stage of the process — from defining objectives and collecting patent data to analyzing trends, identifying white spaces, and presenting actionable insights. Learn how effective landscape reporting …

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Novelty Search / Patentability Search Report: The First Step Toward a Strong Patent Application | InventionIP Podcast 8:05

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Explore how a Novelty Search or Patentability Search Report lays the foundation for a strong patent application in this episode by InventionIP. Learn how identifying prior art, analyzing existing patents, and assessing uniqueness can help inventors refine their ideas, reduce risks, and improve patent approval chances. Discover why this crucial firs…

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The Neurodivergent Family with Sol Smith 1:10:50

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In this week’s episode, Mine and Paul sit down with Professor Sol Smith - liberal arts professor, life coach, and founder of the Square Peg neurospicy community - for a vibrant and heartfelt conversation about what it really means to live, parent, and thrive while neurodivergent. From The Beatles and creative genius to dyslexia, ADHD, and late-in-l…

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

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

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

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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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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…

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How to Conduct a Product Clearance Search Before Launching a Product | InventionIP 5:48

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Learn how to protect your business before launching a new product with a product clearance search, also known as a Freedom to Operate (FTO) search. This episode explains what an FTO search is, why it matters, when to conduct one, and how it helps you avoid costly patent infringement risks. Whether you're developing tech, consumer goods, or medical …

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Are We Having Fun Now? With Suzi Ruffell 1:03:39

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Mine and Paul are joined by Stand-up comedian, author and fellow podcast host, Suzi Ruffell. Suzi talks about how she and her neurotypical wife navigate parenting together, raising their young daughter with love and teamwork. She discusses her journey to becoming more organized while living with ADHD, sharing practical tips and hard won insights. S…

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How to Perform a Patent Invalidity Search | InventionIP Podcast 5:26

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Explore the step-by-step process of performing a patent invalidity search in this in-depth podcast episode by InventionIP. Learn how to break down patent claims, identify relevant prior art, analyze its impact on patent validity, and strategically challenge issued patents. This episode provides practical insights for patent professionals, inventors…

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Presidential Pranks with Simon Brodkin 1:11:33

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This week, Comedian and professional hoaxer Simon Brodkin joins Dr Mine and Paul Whitehouse. Simon shares his journey from nearly becoming a doctor to becoming the most viewed British comedian on TikTok, and opens up about his late ADHD diagnosis just a few years ago. They dive into the realities of time blindness, chronic lateness, and the unique …

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What’s Included in a Patentability Search Report | InventionIP Podcast 6:13

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Learn what’s included in a patentability search report and why it’s a crucial step before filing a patent. This episode covers the key components of the report—such as invention summaries, prior art findings, comparative analysis, and patentability opinions. Whether you're an inventor or entrepreneur, gain insights into how these reports help you d…

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Have a Panic Attack, You’ve Earned It with Jimmy Carr 1:07:55

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It's Mental Health Awareness Week and Dr. Mine MBE and Paul are back for Season 3. They're joined by scientifically proven funniest Comedian in Britain, Jimmy Carr! As well as his super sharp one liners and superb handling of hecklers, Jimmy also has a deep interest in human psychology. In this episode, he discusses his childhood struggles with rea…

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How to Create Utility Patent Drawings for USPTO | InventionIP Podcast 6:11

8M ago6:11

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Discover how to create utility patent drawings that meet USPTO requirements in this episode of the InventionIP Podcast. Learn the key guidelines, common mistakes to avoid, and why professionally prepared drawings are essential for a successful patent application. Whether you're an inventor or entrepreneur, this episode offers practical insights to …

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What Are Design Patents Granted For? | InventionIP Podcast 4:57

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Learn what design patents are granted for and how they protect the unique appearance of your product. This episode explores the key differences between design and utility patents, real-world examples, and why securing a design patent can give your brand a competitive edge. Whether you're a startup, inventor, or product designer, understanding how t…

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What Is Normal? With Sir Stephen Fry 1:14:31

8M ago1:14:31

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Dr. Mine and Paul are joined by the legendary Sir Stephen Fry! Celebrated writer, actor, and broadcaster, Stephen has shaped British culture with his wit and wisdom - from QI and Blackadder to his powerful advocacy for mental health. In this episode, he opens up about ADHD traits, depression, and the role of love in understanding both misery and jo…

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Reasons To Stay Alive with Matt Haig 53:23

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Bestselling author Matt Haig (Reasons to Stay Alive, The Truth Pixie, The Humans) joins Dr. Mine and Paul for a powerful conversation about his writing career, navigating life as an AuDHDer, and coping with depression.By Dr Mine Conkbayir MBE & Paul Whitehouse