Invst Guru

The International Space Station is scheduled for retirement by 2030. When it goes offline, access to a government operated microgravity laboratory ends. Researchers, defense agencies, and commercial companies will need new ways to test hardware, validate materials, and operate in orbit.In this episode, we examine ABOVE Space Development Corporation, a company building modular, automated satellite platforms designed for on orbit testing and validation. We discuss how their Prometheus and Archimedes platforms are structured, why orbital infrastructure matters after the ISS, and how commercial providers fit into the evolving space ecosystem.We also walk through the business context, technical challenges, and risks involved in building and scaling space hardware. This conversation is informational and focused on understanding how companies like ABOVE approach orbital infrastructure in a post ISS environment.This episode is for educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Any discussion of fundraising activity is informational. All investments must be made through official Regulation Crowdfunding offering pages on registered intermediary platforms, where full disclosures and risks are available.

In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “fuzzy” Wenzel sits down with Karl Franz Williams, founder and CEO of Uncle Waithley’s Beverage Company, to unpack what it really takes to build a beverage brand rooted in culture, craft, and consumer demand.Karl shares how Uncle Waithley’s started as a house-made ginger beer behind the bar at his Caribbean rum bar and evolved into a nationally distributed adult non alcoholic beverage now carried in over 200 Whole Foods locations across the East Coast. What began as a solution to a missing mixer turned into a platform for showcasing authentic Caribbean flavors that rarely make it onto U.S. shelves.In this conversation, we explore:• Why the adult non alcoholic beverage category is growing so quickly?• How Caribbean flavors like ginger, scotch bonnet, sorrel, and thyme create real differentiation?• The role of mixology and hospitality experience in product development.• How taste, trial, and repeat drive retail success more than hype?• The realities of beverage manufacturing, minimums, and distribution.• Scaling from one Whole Foods store to hundreds through velocity and reorders.• Fundraising strategy and why growth capital matters in beverage.• What investors should actually look for in consumer brands?🔗 Learn More About Uncle Waithley’s Beverage CompanyVisit https://unclewaithleys.com to explore the full product lineup, brand story, and where to find the beverages in stores and online.Explore more: https://wefunder.com/uncle.waithleys.beverage.companyThis episode is for founders, operators, investors, and anyone interested in how authentic products scale in crowded consumer categories. It’s an honest look at beverage entrepreneurship, cultural storytelling, and the slow, disciplined work behind overnight success.

This episode explores the independent film project We Could Be Heroes through the lens of Regulation Crowdfunding. The discussion focuses on the story’s origin in gaming culture, the creative vision behind the script, and the production approach centered on disciplined scope and execution.Listeners hear how the filmmaking team approaches character-driven storytelling, audience alignment, and modern distribution paths across digital platforms. The episode also addresses the realities of independent film economics, including competition for distribution, audience uncertainty, and long time horizons.This conversation is informational only. No investment terms are discussed. If the project is associated with an active Regulation Crowdfunding campaign, all investments must occur through the official offering page hosted by a registered intermediary. Prospective investors should review the Form C and complete risk disclosures before making any investment decision.

Feeding tube dislodgement affects families and caregivers long after hospital discharge, yet securement methods have changed little over time. In this episode, we examine Ezalife, a medical device company developing the Button Huggie, an FDA registered product designed to stabilize gastrostomy buttons in home care settings.We discuss the clinical problem Ezalife aims to address, the founder’s background in pediatric surgery, internal clinical study findings, early commercial activity, and the challenges of scaling within regulated healthcare markets. The conversation also explores reimbursement uncertainty, hospital adoption dynamics, and the realities of early stage medical device companies raising capital through Regulation Crowdfunding.This episode is for informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice or a solicitation to invest. If Ezalife is conducting a Regulation Crowdfunding offering, all investments must be made through its registered funding portal after reviewing the company’s official SEC filings and risk disclosures.

Caring for a child with a feeding tube is not just a medical challenge. It is an everyday emotional and logistical burden for families. Dislodged tubes, emergency room visits, interrupted sleep, and constant anxiety are part of daily life for many parents.In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “fuzzy” Wenzel speaks with the team behind Ezalife, a pediatric medical device company focused on solving one very specific but deeply impactful problem. Keeping feeding tubes secure so kids can move, play, and live more normal lives.Ezalife developed a simple, FDA-exempt securement device that helps reduce accidental tube dislodgement and gives parents peace of mind at home, at school, and on the go. What started as a pediatric surgeon’s idea has grown into a company working to establish a new standard of care for children with G-tubes.In this conversation, we cover:• The real daily challenges families face when caring for children with feeding tubes. • Why small medical problems often lead to big emotional stress? • How a simple product can prevent unnecessary ER visits? • Why Ezalife chose a direct-to-consumer approach before hospital adoption? • How parent-to-parent advocacy drives growth in pediatric healthcare? • The realities of building and manufacturing a medical device. • Fundraising, crowdfunding, and the path to broader hospital and insurance adoption.This episode is for parents, caregivers, healthcare professionals, medtech founders, and investors who want to understand how thoughtful design and patient-first thinking can make a meaningful difference in real lives.

Women’s soccer is growing at an unprecedented pace, yet many talented athletes still fall through the cracks between youth, college, and professional play. The system rewards short-term performance but often fails to support long-term development, wellbeing, and access.In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “fuzzy” Wenzel explores how TLH Reckoning is building a new model for women’s soccer that prioritizes people, community, and sustainable growth.The conversation dives into the real challenges facing women’s sports today, including limited access to capital, broken development pathways, and the lack of infrastructure in non-metro and rural regions. You’ll hear how TLH Reckoning is addressing these gaps by creating a holistic ecosystem that supports athletes on and off the field.This episode covers:⚽ Why the traditional youth-to-college-to-pro pipeline leaves many players behind? ⚽ How community-based teams can unlock access and long-term loyalty? ⚽ The importance of player care, including mental health, workload management, and advocacy. ⚽ Why women’s sports represent a powerful investment opportunity, not a charity case? ⚽ How facilities, academies, and local partnerships drive sustainable growth? ⚽ What success looks like beyond wins, losses, and headlines?This is a must-listen for anyone interested in women’s sports, impact-driven entrepreneurship, community ownership, or the future of athletic development.Whether you are an investor, founder, athlete, parent, or fan, this episode offers a grounded and thoughtful look at how women’s soccer can be built differently and built better.