The Hatch Podcast

The Hatch Podcast Network

At the intersection of innovation, creativity, and community — The Hatch Podcast shares stories from founders, scientists, and artists shaping the future of Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Produced at Hatch Fairhope, it’s where bold ideas take flight. The Founders Series dives into the journeys of startup founders building the future of business, technology, and innovation across the Gulf South. The Music Accelerator combines professional music industry guidance with spiritual mentorship, creating a unique environment where artists can grow both creatively and personally. Hosted by music industry veteran Chris Estes, this series features conversations with artists and insiders who’ve spent years shaping the sounds and stories of modern music. The Bioscience Innovation Series explores breakthroughs in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental science — with founders and researchers driving life-changing discoveries in labs across the region. Around the Table features conversations with Alabama’s most forward-thinking companies and creators, from startups re-imagining industry to leaders building stronger communities. And throughout the year, The Hatch Podcast Network introduces new limited series spotlighting the people and ideas transforming the Gulf Coast economy — one story at a time.   Find out more at hatchfairhope.com  Contact: team@hatchfairhope.com

  1. 2d ago

    Inside Hatch: Community, Meetups & Accelerators

    What’s happening inside Hatch? In this edition of Inside Hatch, we take the mic around to some of the meetups, workshops, and programs bringing entrepreneurs, business leaders, and creatives together across South Alabama. We stop by WEN South Alabama to hear from local entrepreneurs about mentorship, community, and using technology to grow their businesses. Jenny, founder of Calera, also shares what she learned at Sloss Tech in Birmingham and the value of connecting with other founders and investors. Then we head over to Lower Alabama AI for a little friendly Pensacola rivalry and a look at what people are learning about AI, before stopping by Marketing for Humans, where David Gibson shares a simple way to answer the question, “What do you do?” in a way that gets people interested in hearing more. Finally, Hatch Music Accelerator alumnus Ben Kimsal talks about the value of having a clear process and framework for taking a song from an idea through the different stages of development. In This Episode How WEN South Alabama connects and supports female business ownersThe value of building relationships with other founders and entrepreneursWhat’s happening at the Lower Alabama AI meetupHow to talk about your business in a way people rememberWhy mentorship and community matter when building somethingHow the Hatch Music Accelerator helps artists understand the process behind developing their music Explore upcoming Hatch events and meetups. Learn more about Hatch. Produced by Tim Scott Interested in starting a podcast? Learn more at timscott.me.

    Inside Hatch: Community, Meetups & Accelerators

  2. Jul 29

    What It Really Takes to Build a Biotech Startup: Lessons from Seven Founders | Building Biotech

    What does it really take to turn a biotech innovation into a company? In this special episode of the Hatch Podcast, producer Tim Scott revisits conversations with founders who completed the Hatch Biotech Accelerator and brings together some of the most valuable lessons they shared along the way. From taking the first step before every answer is clear to navigating fundraising, staying focused through difficult seasons, and finding a community of founders who understand the journey, these conversations offer an honest look at the realities of building a startup. Chris Danek, founder of Bessel, also explains how an accelerator helps founders prepare for the challenges ahead through strategy, mentorship, investor preparation, and connections with other entrepreneurs. Applications are now open for the 2027 Hatch Biotech Accelerator cohort. In This Episode Why founders should not wait until everything is figured out before getting startedThe mental and emotional pressure that comes with building a companyHow a clear vision helps founders navigate uncertaintyWhy mentorship, partnerships, and founder community matterHow the accelerator helps companies prepare for fundraising and investmentThe value of learning from founders at different stages of the startup journeyFeatured in This Episode Chris Danek, Bessel Marlo Young, New Mindset Consulting and Mentalocity David Nelson, SpectroTherm Brayden Gibson, Southern Rooted Yuan Tian, Vivosphere Shiva Sharareh, Rekovar Vipul Kashyap, MedHive.ai Michelle Scott, Gulf Sterilization Learn more and apply for the Hatch Biotech Accelerator. Learn more about Hatch. Produced by Tim Scott Interested in starting a podcast? Learn more at timscott.me.

    What It Really Takes to Build a Biotech Startup: Lessons from Seven Founders | Building Biotech

  3. Jul 22

    From Auburn to Hatch: How Two Interns Found Opportunity Close to Home | Around the Table

    Before heading back to Auburn University, Hatch interns Cooper Middleton and Mackenzie Casallo join Tim Scott to reflect on a summer spent working alongside entrepreneurs, startup founders, and community leaders across South Alabama. From networking at the Biotech Accelerator Pitch Night to discovering career paths they hadn't previously considered, Cooper and Mackenzie share how the experience challenged them, broadened their perspectives, and changed the way they think about building a future after college. In this episode: How two Auburn students found their way to HatchWhat it's really like working inside an entrepreneurial ecosystemThe projects and mentors that made the biggest impactLessons they learned that don't show up in the classroomHow AI is changing the workplace for today's college studentsWhy both interns now see new career opportunities in South AlabamaAdvice for students considering a Hatch internship Learn more about Hatch at https://hatchfairhope.com. Produced by Tim Scott. Interested in starting a podcast? Learn more at https://timscott.me.

    From Auburn to Hatch: How Two Interns Found Opportunity Close to Home | Around the Table

  4. Jul 15

    Never Give Up on a Great Song: Ben Kimsal on Finishing "The Way She Did" | Music Accelerator

    Some songs aren't finished when they're written. They're finished when the timing is right. In this episode of the Hatch Podcast: Music Accelerator, Chris Estes sits down with Music Accelerator alumnus Ben Kimsal to share the story behind his upcoming single, "The Way She Did." Written more than a decade ago, the song sat on the shelf for years before finally finding new life through the Hatch Music Accelerator.  Ben reflects on what surprised him most about the creative process, from pre-production and recording to post-production and marketing. He explains how having a clear roadmap and experienced mentors helped him approach music with a new level of confidence and purpose. Whether you're writing your first song or preparing to release your next project, this episode offers practical insight into what it really takes to bring great music across the finish line. In this episode: Why some songs deserve a second chanceThe importance of pre-production before stepping into the studioHow collaboration and feedback strengthen a songWhy post-production is a critical part of the creative processDeveloping a marketing strategy before your releaseA practical way artists can use AI to organize their creative ideasStanding out when more than 125,000 new songs are released every dayHow the Hatch Music Accelerator provides artists with a complete roadmap from songwriting to releaseLearn more and apply at 119collective.hatchfairhope.com. Learn more about Hatch at hatchfairhope.com. Produced by Tim Scott Interested in starting a podcast? Learn more at timscott.me.

    Never Give Up on a Great Song: Ben Kimsal on Finishing "The Way She Did" | Music Accelerator

  5. Jul 9

    A Year in Hawaii Inspired “Alabama Road”: How a 24-Year-Old Song Finally Found Its Moment | Music Accelerator

    A year in Hawaii inspired a song that wouldn’t be released for another 24 years. Josh Lindsey joins Chris Estes to share the story behind “Alabama Road,” a song born after returning home to Alabama following a year living in Hawaii. What began as a campfire favorite eventually found its way into the Hatch Music Accelerator, where it was transformed into a professionally produced recording. Josh discusses songwriting, working with producer Dave Denton, developing a release strategy, and why independent artists need more than great songs to build a successful music career. You’ll also hear an exclusive preview of “Alabama Road” before its official release. In this episode How a year in Hawaii inspired “Alabama Road”Why the song sat on the shelf for more than two decadesBringing a longtime favorite into the studioWorking with producer Dave Denton to shape the final arrangementHow the Hatch Music Accelerator helped develop a release strategyAdvice for independent artists looking to grow their careersListen to “Alabama Road” by Josh Lindsey beginning July 31, 2026, wherever you stream music. About the Hatch Music Accelerator The Hatch Music Accelerator helps Alabama artists build sustainable music careers through mentorship, songwriting development, recording, production, branding, marketing, and industry guidance. Applications for the next Music Accelerator are now open. If you’re an Alabama artist, or you know someone who is, we’d love to hear from you. Learn more and apply at 119collective.hatchfairhope.com. Learn more about Hatch at hatchfairhope.com. Produced by Tim Scott Interested in starting a podcast? Learn more at timscott.me.

    A Year in Hawaii Inspired “Alabama Road”: How a 24-Year-Old Song Finally Found Its Moment | Music Accelerator

  6. Jul 1

    Turning Personal Pain Into Innovation: Hannah Keel & Brayden Gibson on Southern Rooted | Building Biotech

    What happens when a personal health challenge sparks a biotech startup? In this episode of Building Biotech in Lower Alabama, Stephanie Glines sits down with Hannah Keel and Brayden Gibson, co-founders of Southern Rooted, to discuss It's Better, an over-the-counter topical pain cream inspired by Hannah's own experience living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. The conversation explores how the pair transformed a personal need into a growing business, what differentiates their product from traditional pain creams, and how the Hatch Biotech Accelerator helped shape their entrepreneurial journey. Hannah and Brayden also share the realities of launching a healthcare startup, from finding the right market to navigating the emotional challenges of building a company from the ground up.  In this episode: How a personal health journey inspired Southern RootedThe story behind It's Better topical pain creamWhy today's consumers are looking for alternatives to traditional pain relief productsWhat makes their formulation differentLessons learned through the Hatch Biotech AcceleratorThe importance of mentorship and community connectionsBringing a healthcare product from concept to marketAdvice for aspiring biotech foundersLearn More Southern Rooted: https://southernrooted.care

    Turning Personal Pain Into Innovation: Hannah Keel & Brayden Gibson on Southern Rooted | Building Biotech

  7. Jun 22

    AI Accelerating Medical Innovation: Vipul Kashyap on Medhive.ai | Building Biotech

    Artificial intelligence is transforming healthcare, but not in the way most people think. In this episode of Building Biotech, Stephanie Glines sits down with Vipul Kashyap, founder of Medhive.ai, to explore how AI can dramatically speed up the development of medical devices by reducing years of manual documentation and streamlining the path from research to patient care. Vipul shares his unique perspective after decades in artificial intelligence, dating back to the early days of AI research in the 1980s, and explains why he believes AI should enhance human expertise rather than replace it. They also discuss his experience in the Hatch Biotech Accelerator and what’s next for Medhive.ai. In this episode: • Why medical devices can take 5 to 7 years to reach patients • How AI can reduce development time and costs • Why documentation is one of healthcare’s biggest bottlenecks • What artificial intelligence looked like decades before ChatGPT • Why AI should support physicians instead of replacing them • The future of medical innovation and regulated industries Learn more about Medhive.ai: Website: https://medhive.ai LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/medhive-ai About Building Biotech Building Biotech is a special series from the Hatch Podcast highlighting founders, researchers, and entrepreneurs building the future of healthcare, biotechnology, and innovation across the Gulf Coast.

    AI Accelerating Medical Innovation: Vipul Kashyap on Medhive.ai | Building Biotech

  8. Jun 11

    Building a Safer Future for Medical Device Sterilization: Michelle Scott on Gulf Sterilization | Building Biotech

    This week on Building Biotech, Stephanie Glines sits down with Michelle Scott, founder of Gulf Sterilization, to discuss how her company is transforming one of the most overlooked parts of medical device manufacturing. For decades, much of the medical device industry has relied on ethylene oxide sterilization, a process facing growing regulatory pressure and capacity constraints. Gulf Sterilization is developing an alternative approach using chlorine dioxide, offering manufacturers a safer, more sustainable, and potentially faster path to sterilizing medical devices. Michelle shares how the company identified a critical industry bottleneck, the challenges of bringing a new sterilization technology to market, and how participation in the Hatch Biotech Accelerator helped prepare Gulf Sterilization for growth and investment. She also discusses the company's work toward regulatory milestones, the role of AI in streamlining operations, and what's next as Gulf Sterilization continues to scale. In this episode: - Why sterilization is a critical step in medical device manufacturing - The challenges facing ethylene oxide sterilization - How chlorine dioxide offers a safer alternative - Lessons learned from the Hatch Biotech Accelerator - Raising capital as a first-time founder - Using AI to improve operational efficiency - What's next for Gulf Sterilization Learn More About Gulf Sterilization Website: https://gulfsterilization.com  Phone: (251) 375-4836 About Building Biotech Building Biotech is a special series from Hatch highlighting founders, innovators, and companies advancing health, science, biotech, and technology across the Gulf Coast and beyond. Produced by Tim Scott Have a guest suggestion, story idea, or feedback for the Hatch Podcast? Email Tim at tim@timscott.me. Interested in how podcasting can help share your company's story? I'd be glad to point you in the right direction.

    Building a Safer Future for Medical Device Sterilization: Michelle Scott on Gulf Sterilization | Building Biotech
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At the intersection of innovation, creativity, and community — The Hatch Podcast shares stories from founders, scientists, and artists shaping the future of Alabama’s Gulf Coast. Produced at Hatch Fairhope, it’s where bold ideas take flight. The Founders Series dives into the journeys of startup founders building the future of business, technology, and innovation across the Gulf South. The Music Accelerator combines professional music industry guidance with spiritual mentorship, creating a unique environment where artists can grow both creatively and personally. Hosted by music industry veteran Chris Estes, this series features conversations with artists and insiders who’ve spent years shaping the sounds and stories of modern music. The Bioscience Innovation Series explores breakthroughs in healthcare, agriculture, and environmental science — with founders and researchers driving life-changing discoveries in labs across the region. Around the Table features conversations with Alabama’s most forward-thinking companies and creators, from startups re-imagining industry to leaders building stronger communities. And throughout the year, The Hatch Podcast Network introduces new limited series spotlighting the people and ideas transforming the Gulf Coast economy — one story at a time.   Find out more at hatchfairhope.com  Contact: team@hatchfairhope.com

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