Igniting Souls Podcast with Kary Oberbrunner

Kary Oberbrunner

Welcome to You Are an IP Company podcast with Kary Oberbrunner and Katie Rubino. Our passion is helping entrepreneurs publish, protect, and promote their intellectual property. This podcast is sponsored by Instant IP™.

  1. Instant IP Teams is the New Answer for Protecting Ideas in the Age of AI

    26M AGO

    Instant IP Teams is the New Answer for Protecting Ideas in the Age of AI

    What happens when ideas are created faster than they can be protected? In today’s AI-driven world, innovation happens in seconds, but traditional intellectual property systems still take years. That gap creates a massive risk for creators, founders, and teams building at the speed of technology. Listen in as we break down the growing tension between rapid creation and slow legal protection, and why it’s becoming one of the biggest bottlenecks in modern business. Featuring insights inspired by a new evolution of Instant IP, known as Instant IP Teams, this conversation explores: Why the current intellectual property system is fundamentally broken in the AI era The shift from “lone genius” to collaborative, global innovation The hidden risks of brainstorming, sharing, and building without protection What it means to “protect ideas at the speed of thought” How real-time documentation and activity logs create defensible intellectual property Why intellectual property is no longer a legal afterthought—but a strategic asset If you’re an entrepreneur, creator, innovator, or legal professional, this conversation will change how you think about ownership, protection, and the value of your ideas. Because in a world where ideas can be generated instantly, the question is no longer can you create?It’s: Can you protect what you create fast enough? Start protecting your ideas:https://instantip.app For advisors & legal professionals:https://instantipcertification.com Like, subscribe, and share if you believe creators should be empowered to own what they build.

    19 min
  2. Marketing Made Simple with Dr. JJ Peterson

    3D AGO

    Marketing Made Simple with Dr. JJ Peterson

    Dr. JJ Peterson shares how narrative theory transforms marketing by positioning the customer—not the brand—as the hero. Co-author of Marketing Made Simple alongside Donald Miller, he breaks down the powerful “one-liner” framework (problem, solution, result) to clarify your message fast. Kary and Dr. Peterson also explore protecting your intellectual property and voice in the age of AI and how layered expertise creates a brand that stands apart. PROTECT your first idea FREE ► https://instantip.app/

    26 min
  3. Stop the Steal: Protect Your Brand

    MAR 24

    Stop the Steal: Protect Your Brand

    Your brand name isn’t just creative — it’s a valuable asset, and if you don’t protect it, someone else will. In this episode, Kary talks with Lynne Modranski about the shocking discovery of a copycat Facebook page impersonating her ministry, and the crucial lessons it taught about defending your identity. Kary introduces the IP Flywheel, showing why securing your name before you publish, promote, or profit is essential to avoid costly rebranding and confusion. From state filings to federal trademarks and blockchain smart contracts, this episode reveals how to transform your brand into a protected, monetizable asset and stop impersonators before they steal your hard work. PROTECT your first idea FREE ► https://instantip.app/

    22 min
  4. Before you Pay for a Trademark: How Entrepreneurs Actually Secure Their Brand Today

    MAR 17

    Before you Pay for a Trademark: How Entrepreneurs Actually Secure Their Brand Today

    Join Kary with IP attorneys, Frank and Katie from Wiggin and Dana, as they unpack the “invisible layer” of intellectual property. Today’s trademark climate is tougher than ever. This episode explores the power of strategic IP stacking, which combines trademarks, patents, copyrights, and trade secrets. You’ll learn what entrepreneurs need to know to truly protect their brand. If you’re building a business, publishing books, or growing a personal brand, this episode serves as a practical guide to safeguarding what you’ve created. PROTECT your first idea FREE ► https://instantip.app/

    37 min
  5. Simplifying the relationship between AI and IP with Tom Lambotte

    MAR 10

    Simplifying the relationship between AI and IP with Tom Lambotte

    In this episode, Kary welcomes AI strategist Tom Lambotte to cut through the hype and simplify what AI really means for professionals and creators. They explore overcoming overwhelm, using AI with confidence, and applying it through the lens of intellectual property to enhance productivity, decision-making, and strategic advantage. This practical conversation shows how understanding AI can unlock your unique capabilities and help you put it to work in the real world. Find out more at https://www.ai-simplifier.com/ PROTECT your first idea FREE ► https://instantip.app/

    26 min
  6. Good Vibes Club takes Its Intellectual Property to the next level with Instant IP

    MAR 3

    Good Vibes Club takes Its Intellectual Property to the next level with Instant IP

    Are NFTs just a flashy fad—or the future of ownership? In this episode, we’re bringing the good vibes and the real talk. We’re joined by Chris Guyot co-founder of the Good Vibes Club, to break down how art, community, and intellectual property collide in Web3. Chris shares his journey from working with global brands like Google, Meta, and Reddit to building one of the top NFT projects in the space—why IP matters more than ever in the age of AI, and how digital collectibles are reshaping how we think about ownership, identity, and value. PROTECT your first idea FREE ► https://instantip.app/

    40 min
  7. When is the right time to re-launch a book?

    FEB 26

    When is the right time to re-launch a book?

    Is your book evolving, or is it frozen in time?  In this episode, Kary and Katie explore the strategic relaunch of intellectual property and why staying relevant matters, drawing insights from iconic brands like Apple and Nike. They discuss how updating dated content, signaling new editions through smart branding and cover changes, and properly registering copyrights and trademarks can protect your work, especially in the age of AI. Join the You Are an IP Company Relaunch Party on March 5th at 1:00 p.m. ET to learn how to identify, protect, and monetize your IP. Every attendee gets a prize. Sign up at: https://www.instantip.today/party/

    22 min
  8. IP Harvesting: Smart IP Strategies for Authors

    FEB 24

    IP Harvesting: Smart IP Strategies for Authors

    In this episode, Kary and Katie dive into the powerful concept of IP Harvesting and how authors can leverage their books as long-term intellectual property assets. They explore strategic ways to think beyond book sales and begin building scalable revenue streams rooted in your ideas, frameworks, and expertise. From understanding how a single manuscript can evolve into multiple products and platforms, to structuring your content intentionally from the start, this conversation unpacks practical IP strategies that position your book as more than a publication — but as the foundation of an IP company. If you’re an author, entrepreneur, or thought leader looking to maximize the impact and value of your ideas, this episode will shift the way you think about publishing and long-term brand growth. PROTECT your first idea FREE ► https://instantip.app/

    20 min
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Welcome to You Are an IP Company podcast with Kary Oberbrunner and Katie Rubino. Our passion is helping entrepreneurs publish, protect, and promote their intellectual property. This podcast is sponsored by Instant IP™.

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