Innovate That

Innovate That

The Innovate That podcast is hosted by Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell and highlights the innovative people and companies that make up Oklahoma’s thriving science and technology sectors. From aerospace, bioscience, and energy diversification to augmented reality, cybersecurity, and the metaverse, Oklahoma is at the forefront of technology growth in the United States.

Episodes

April 9, 2024 18 mins

In this special episode of Innovate That, join us as Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell sits down with representatives from Human Mode Robotics, LLC to discuss their innovative work in advancing capabilities in general purpose and mixed collaborative robots. Together, they delve into the company's role as presenting sponsor of the OCAST 2024 Innovation Conference and Expo, exploring the intersection of technology, robotics, and economic dev...

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Welcome to our podcast spotlighting groundbreaking innovations in healthcare. Today, we're diving into the world of wound care with ParaNano, Co-Founder Chelsea Luxen. ParaNano Wound Care, LLC pioneers smart bandages designed to detect infections, revolutionizing wound management.

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February 15, 2024 22 mins

 We have an exciting lineup that explores deep into the world of innovation, workforce development, and the dynamic intersection of STEM education in Oklahoma. 

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December 15, 2023 18 mins

Join us as Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell talks with Nathaniel Harding, Managing Partner with Cortado Ventures. In this episode you will hear how Cortado Ventures focuses on fostering innovation, partnerships, and initiatives like the U.S. Treasury SSBCI. Cortado plays a crucial role in shaping a prosperous future in Oklahoma. 

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November 13, 2023 30 mins

This episode, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell and three amazing leaders kick-off Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW 2023). Discover the global impact of GEW, featuring insights from industry leaders, upcoming events, and inspiring entrepreneurial stories. Get ready for this amazing episode exploring cutting-edge ideas and the entrepreneurial spirit.

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In this episode, we focus on AAON, Inc. in celebration of Manufacturing Month. We will explore how they are making a significant impact on the future of HVAC technology right here in Oklahoma.

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September 15, 2023 22 mins

TEDC Creative Capital, is at the forefront of driving economic growth in Oklahoma. Through partnerships, innovation support, and initiatives like the U.S. Treasury State Small Business Credit Initiative, TEDC is a catalyst for entrepreneurship and community development, shaping a prosperous future for the region. 

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August 15, 2023 24 mins

Step into Season 2 of the Innovate That podcast! In this episode, the Lt. Governor engages in a conversation with Anita Ly from gener8tor, delving into the realm of Oklahoma's Accelerator initiatives. Accompanying them are two participants from gener8tor's cohort, Jenae Goodin and Shawn Gaetano. Tune in to gain more insights on the accelerator programs offered in Oklahoma's ecosystem.

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Join Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell as he talks aerospace in Oklahoma and its innovative future with Dr. Robert Miller, CEO of Skydweller, Inc. After listening to the podcast, you can learn more about this innovative Oklahoma company at www.skydweller.aero

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In this episode of Innovate That, Oklahoma Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell interviews Katy and Aria, the founders of WristWorld, an augmented reality puzzle RPG using wristbands.  WristWorld is an innovative Oklahoma company, but it just happens to have been created, founded and run by high school students.  With young Oklahomans like Katy, Arya and their team leading the way, innovation in Oklahoma has a very bright future.  Lear...

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What happens when two engineers who love data come together with an idea to be able to determine a person’s susceptibility to disease and how certain treatments might affect their body based on their genetic makeup? 

AJ Rosenthal joins Lieutenant Governor Matt Pinnell to discuss how a question from his young son led to he and business partner Warren Gieck pursuing bioInformatics and launching their company General Genomics, Inc. 

 

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The global water crisis claims about 3.4 million people every single year. That’s because 2.1 billion people lack access to clean water and on top of that 34% of the world’s population lack improved sanitation facilities.  

However, Water4, an Oklahoma nonprofit has made it its mission to make those statistics a thing of the past. Water 4 believes that this crisis cannot be solved with charity alone, but rather action, education, a...

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March 31, 2022 27 mins

In this episode, the Lt. Governor talks with Sharon Harrison and Michael Grant about workforce development in Oklahoma. Their Workforce OMA committee was created to identify and drive initiatives for manufacturer’s workforce challenges in the state of Oklahoma. Listen in to learn about the program and hear how it is helping out this important Oklahoma industry. 

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March 1, 2022 25 mins

In this episode, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell talks with Craig Shimasaki of Moleculera Labs. Dr. Shimasaki is an author, entrepreneur, and great spokesman for the Oklahoma Innovation Model. Learn about what precision medicine is, how his company is researching possible future COVID treatments and listen to his advice to fellow biotech entrepreneurs. The biotech industry benefits the State of Oklahoma because of companies like Molecule...

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January 6, 2022 24 mins

Welcome to 2022! In this episode Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell sits down with Katy Boren, the CEO of the Oklahoma City Innovation District. They discuss the past, present and future of the district and highlight the game changing vision of this area just east of downtown OKC. Learn more at https://okcinnovation.com/.

 

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May 25, 2021 27 mins

In this installment the Lt. Governor talks with Bradley Davis, the founder and CEO of Podchaser. Bradley discusses his company, the path of a startup business and the differences between states and their process for investing in early stage businesses. Listen to learn why Bradley chooses to call Oklahoma his home and to find out what advice he would offer to any up and coming entrepreneur. 

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May 12, 2021 23 mins

In this episode the Lt. Governor welcomes Jennifer Ellis to the show. Jennifer is the CEO of Cosmetic Specialty Labs which is located in Lawton, Oklahoma. This company offers turnkey manufacturing for cosmetics and over the counter drugs. Listen in to learn about their history, what it is like producing products for clients and about some of the benefits the State of Oklahoma can offer new and existing businesses.  

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February 18, 2021 26 mins

In this episode, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell talks to Jay Martin, founder of Martin Bionics. Together they discuss his latest innovation which was recognized by Time Magazine as one of the best inventions of 2020. They also discuss the impact OCAST and the innovation model has had on his company and industry and the importance of utilizing resources that are offered to innovators in the State of Oklahoma.

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February 2, 2021 23 mins

Part 2 of our conversation with with Heather McDowell of OCAST, Jenny Cothran of The Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance and Jessica Stewart of the New Product Development Center. This episode talks about the future of industry in Oklahoma, the growing role of women in manufacturing and how the innovation model benefits the people of our state.    

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January 20, 2021 24 mins

In this episode we continue our exploration of the Oklahoma Innovation Model. This time, the Lt. Governor sits down with Heather McDowell of OCAST, Jenny Cothran of The Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance and Jessica Stewart of the New Product Development Center. This discussion talks about what support the State of Oklahoma offers those who are inventors or manufactures committed to doing business in the state.   

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