Making It Real

Rafa Atijas – Loog Guitars

"A Little Bit Business, A Little Bit Rock N' Roll"

Rafa Atijas, founder of Loog Guitars, designed a three-stringed guitar to help both children and adults learn how to play the guitar. He takes the otherwise intimidating business strategy and musical education, and provides pointed entrepreneurial advice.

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.

Steven Haines – Sequent Learning Networks

"We're Not a Startup Anymore"

Steven Haines, founder of Sequent Learning Networks, shares his story of creating a training program to help Product Management teams excel in their corporations.

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.

Yair Reiner – FryWall

"Taking Calculated Risks"

Yair Reiner, former financial analyst, discusses how his corporate background has translated to his entrepreneurial strengths. Through calculated risks, and a strong understanding of the financial side of the business, Yair took the FryWall from prototype to common household solution. When the "mess is less" both cooking and entrepreneurship is far more fulfilling.

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.

Anthony Caporale – The Imbible

"Passion Endures All"

Join Bob and Tate as they interview Anthony Caporale, writer and producer of the off-Broadway show, The Imbible. Learn how Anthony combined his passionate personality, with his knowledge of theatre, and mixology to generate great success.

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.

Krista Woods – GloveStix

"The Power of Building Your Network"

Listen to the contagious energy of Krista Woods as she discusses her story behind GloveStix, from popping up a tent at tournaments to skyrocketing QVC sales, Krista has found a way to work her growing network for business solutions all while making sports gear easier on the nostrils.

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.

Greg Molloy – FlangeLock

"It's All About Finding a Solution"

Greg Molloy, creator of the FlangeLock Tool, needed a solution in his construction repair shop for all of the leaking flanges. He took to the grindstone (quite literally) and created a prototype that was a clean, easy solution and is now manufacturing them on a larger scale, all within our home state of Connecticut.

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.

Randy Rossi – Bally Design

"Don't Let Your Customers Bear the Burden" 

As a product designer, innovator, and engineer, Randy Rossi, owner of Bally Design, has a different view on the world. Be prepared to be inspired with the in's and out's of bringing an idea (or other people's ideas) to life. This episode highlights the processes that can help you begin 'making it real.' from a guy that has brought many products to fruition.

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.

Steve Petitt – BunjiBall

"Products That Solve Problems and Help People" 

Steve Petitt, serial entrepreneur, and dog lover has created the ultimate dog toy. The BunjiBall is easy to throw, and dogs adore it. With a simple flick of the wrist this tennis ball product can be whipped as far as a football field in length. Listen in as Steve simplifies the patent process, and bring joy to dogs all over the beach.

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.

Leslie Suitor – Rent-A-Chicken

"You Don't Have to Chicken Out"

If you're like Bob and Tate, you have always wanted chickens but never knew how to have them. Leslie Suitor is here to solve all your problems. Rent-A-Chicken offers full-service chicken rentals complete with a coop, feed, and happy egg-laying "girls". Leslie speaks about working through your passion, and creatively growing her business, all while staying close to her values and mission.

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.

Andyshea Saberioon – PledgeCents

"Stay Ferocious"

After listening to teachers worry about school budget and out-of-pocket classroom expenses, Andyshea Saberioon, and his business partner Ricky Johnson decided to make a difference in the world. Listen in as Andyshea imparts his wisdom on the process of creating, and marketing a popular crowdfunding website that benefits educators and their surrounding communities. Check out PledgeCents at PledgeCents.com and don't be afraid to contribute!

Whether you're a product manager in an established company or an aspiring business owner with an idea for a new product business, Making It Real will provide you with real tools and advice on how to be a successful product entrepreneur!

Hosted by Bob Caporale and Tate Tegtmeier

Original Music by Bob Caporale

Note: No endorsement of any product or service featured on Making It Real is either expressed or implied by its hosts or producers.