In Episode 10 of Next Big Thing Radar, we break down eight early-stage startups raising right now across climate tech, mobility, agtech, consumer brands, security, gaming, and digital health.

This week’s lineup includes:
• Blue Dot Motorworks — converting existing cars into plug-in hybrids
• Harmony Turbines — a new take on residential wind
• Nordic Microbes — biological inputs for lower-chemical farming
• Squad Mobility — compact, solar-assisted urban EVs
• Jump Ship Brewing — alcohol-free craft beer with strong brand traction
• Emeroth Studios — design-led strategy gaming from Eastern Europe
• VerifyFaces — edge-based face-matching for public safety
• My Diabetes Health — insurance-covered virtual diabetes education

Sharp insights, no hype, just high-signal startup scouting.

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📖 Disclaimer: This episode is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or solicitation.

Episode 9 of Next Big Thing Radar breaks down eight early-stage startups that stand out across AI hardware, robotics, climate tech, biotech, and consumer brands. No hype, no noise — just high-signal scouting.

In this episode, Theo and Alex discuss:

• Freeland Spirits — Women-founded craft distillery with strong regional identity
• Kadeya — Closed-loop beverage systems with reusable stainless-steel bottles
• Swell Watercraft — U.S.-made performance kayaks for the growing outdoor market
• DNA Chat — Making precision medicine accessible in everyday clinical care
• Series Crusoe — Energy-efficient compute for large-scale AI workloads
• Series Groq-QP-1 — Ultra-fast LPU inference hardware reshaping AI infrastructure
• MightyFly — Autonomous eVTOL cargo aircraft for mid-mile logistics
• Kara Water — Clean water generated directly from air, with strong early demand

If you want the full written breakdowns, they’re in this week’s newsletter at nextbigthingradar.com — same companies, deeper detail, same no-nonsense tone.

Follow the show to stay ahead of what’s emerging — Episode 10 is already in the works.

Eight fresh picks from this week’s radar—smart, no-hype, and grounded in facts. We cover non-invasive eye diagnostics, bladeless aircraft propulsion, ethical hot sauces with export traction, daily kid-ride infrastructure, safer pediatric feeding devices, rooftop wind that complements solar, a minimally invasive HFpEF therapy, and a “Google Maps for boats.”

From portable projectors and screen-time detox apps to AI fashion fits and foldable helmets — this week, Theo & Alex explore eight startups reshaping how we live, work, and move.

Expect smart takes, bad jokes, and real curiosity as they unpack LUMI, NOBLE MOBILE, FAXO, CANMONKEY, AURA, Woolf Helmets, Karyoo, and CureValue — all live campaigns spotted on Wefunder and Republic.

It’s a 15-minute dive into innovation that actually feels practical — startups solving real problems in refreshingly simple ways.

🎙️ Smart scouting, zero hype. Just the next big things — before they blow up.

This week, Theo spotlights eight startups raising across StartEngine and Wefunder — spanning AI infrastructure, late-stage hardware, digital health, craft spirits, and more.
From billion-dollar AI systems to community-owned festivals and cord-free power tech, these are the early-stage ventures shaping what’s next.

Featuring:

• The A.I. Frontier Fund (IRA)

• SambaNova IRA-1

• Series Cerebras IRA-1

• SohoMD

• Same Same But Different Music Festival

• Shark Wheel

• Kapena Tequila

• Etherdyne Technologies

🎧 Listen, follow, and discover startups before they scale — only on Next Big Thing Radar.

A 15-minute, no-hype tour of eight early-stage startups we’re watching this week. Theo and Alex break down what each company does, why it matters, and the key risks—fast, factual, and useful for your own diligence.

In this episode, Theo and Alex explore eight early-stage startups redefining how we live, work, and unwind — from orthopedic innovation and AI travel planning to Korean spirits and indoor smart gardens.

They unpack the stories behind:

• PARKIT CO. — premium outdoor gear for modern adventurers

• TENDER LOVING EMPIRE — where creativity meets commerce in a values-driven retail model

• BRUNO — a modern wine brand making great wine approachable and fun

• ACUITIVE TECHNOLOGIES — bioabsorbable orthopedic implants supporting faster, safer healing

• CALOSYN PHARMA — targeted sustained-release therapy for osteoarthritis pain

• SOJU VENTURES — bringing authentic Korean soju to the U.S.

• ODYSSE — AI-curated travel itineraries that actually feel human

• TOMATO+ — sleek Italian smart gardens for home-grown freshness

It’s a mix of design, data, and everyday innovation — all filtered through the Next Big Thing Radar lens: early-stage insight, no hype.

Early-stage startup scouting—facts, not hype. Theo and Alex break down six picks: Gecko Robotics (StartEngine, Growth, $10k), Revero (Republic, Early, $150), Simple Labs (StartEngine, Early, $500), Comikaze Entertainment(StartEngine, Growth, $300), One Stop Halal (StartEngine, Preparing Reg CF, $497.94), and Slabmags (Wefunder, Early Growth, $100). Lightning mentions: BuildClub ($500) and Medallion ($7,500). Quick context, verifiable facts, and what to validate next—no fluff.

From premium vodka to AI venture studios, childcare innovation, and even heritage beer—this episode of Next Big Thing Radar takes you on a ride through some of the most interesting startups on our radar. Join Theo and Alex for a natural, lively chat filled with laughter, insights, and the occasional coffee spill.

Discover how Hard Cut Vodka is carving a bold identity, why AI Venture Builder could change how startups are born, how June Care Company is tackling America’s childcare crisis, why Hightag’s IoT tags matter for supply chains, the revival story of Hofmeister beer, and the role of StartEngine in democratizing startup investing.

Welcome to the very first episode of Next Big Thing Radar! 🎙️

Theo and Alex introduce the podcast, share what Next Big Thing Radar is all about, and talk through a few startups already featured in the newsletter — from futuristic housing domes (Geoship) to vertical wind turbines (Wind Harvest) and even family travel made easier with BabyQuip.

Expect short, smart, and conversational episodes every week — your radar for spotting early-stage startups before they take off.

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