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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

  1. 2d ago

    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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. 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

  7. Jun 4

    Building Better Drug Testing with Lab-Grown Human Tissue: Yuan Tian on Vivosphere | Building Biotech

    What if researchers could test new medicines on lab-grown human tissue before they ever reached clinical trials? In this episode of our Building Biotech in Lower Alabama series, Stephanie Glines sits down with Yuan Tian, founder of Vivosphere, to discuss how his company is developing artificial human tissue models designed to improve drug discovery and regenerative medicine. Yuan shares his journey from arriving in the United States with two suitcases to earning a Ph.D. at Auburn University and transforming his research into a biotech startup. He explains how Vivosphere’s technology creates 3D human tissue models that mimic how cells behave inside the body, helping researchers evaluate potential therapies more accurately before they reach patients. The conversation explores the challenges of drug development, the potential of regenerative medicine, the role of artificial intelligence in biotech, and how the Hatch Biotech Accelerator helped prepare Vivosphere for future growth. In This Episode: • Yuan’s journey from graduate student to biotech founder • How Vivosphere creates lab-grown human tissue models • Improving drug discovery and reducing clinical trial failures • Potential applications in regenerative medicine and stem cell therapies • The role of AI in biotech research and drug development • Auburn University’s role in commercializing the technology • Lessons learned through the Hatch Biotech Accelerator • Advice for founders building science-based companies Notable Quotes: “Innovation shouldn’t stop at the end of the publication. It should be the beginning of something bigger.” “We’re trying to bridge the gap between preclinical research and clinical success.” Learn More Yuan Tian: https://www.linkedin.com/in/yuantianauburn/ Vivosphere: https://vivospheres.com About the Building Biotech Series Building Biotech in Lower Alabama is a special series from the Hatch Podcast featuring founders, researchers, and innovators developing new technologies and companies across the Gulf Coast region.

    Building Better Drug Testing with Lab-Grown Human Tissue: Yuan Tian on Vivosphere | Building Biotech

  8. May 28

    From Air Force Research to a Medical Breakthrough: David Nelson on Spectratherm | Building Biotech

    What started as research at an Air Force laboratory eventually led David Nelson and his team to develop a new way to measure blood flow without needles, probes, or invasive procedures. In this episode of our Building Biotech in Lower Alabama series, Stephanie Glines sits down with David Nelson, founder of Spectratherm, to discuss REFLO, a technology designed to measure microcirculation using low-power radio frequency signals and temperature response. David shares the surprising origin story behind the technology, how it could help vascular surgeons evaluate blood flow during critical procedures, and why one surgeon described the approach as “the holy grail” of vascular surgery. He also talks about the journey from university research to startup founder, lessons learned through the Hatch Biotech Accelerator, and what’s next as Spectratherm moves toward clinical testing and FDA approval.   In This Episode: David’s 40-year career in engineering and academiaThe Air Force research project that inspired SpectroThermHow REFLO measures blood flow without penetrating the skinPotential applications in vascular surgery and patient careMoving from research and patents to commercializationLessons from the Hatch Biotech AcceleratorAdvice for first-time foundersLearn More David Nelson:  LinkedIn ProfileAbout the Building Biotech Series Building Biotech in Lower Alabama is a special series from the Hatch Podcast featuring founders, researchers, and innovators developing new technologies and companies across the Gulf Coast region.

    From Air Force Research to a Medical Breakthrough: David Nelson on Spectratherm | 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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    2024 - 2026
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