
From 2015 to 2018, Steve Gadlin and Justin Kaufmann played a prank on WGN Radio listeners. Steve, a real life Shark Tank winner, would pitch flawed and terrible inventions with the hope of workshopping them before pitching to Mark Cuban. Steve's inventions and business idea were intentionally awful, and his clueless and arrogant persona would push all the right buttons with callers.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 46 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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Steve helps keep phones out of showers with a bluetooth-supported invention that keeps you on top of notifications while you bathe.
This episode of The Frying Pan originally aired on February 26th, 2016, and was produced by Pete Zimmerman.
Steve solves interpersonal relationships with a special shoulder cake that alerts people to foul moods.
This episode of The Frying Pan originally aired on February 6th, 2016, and was produced by Pete Zimmerman.
Steve tests the waters with ketchup-flavored ice cream as a way to encourage kids to eat healthy.
This episode of The Frying Pan originally aired on July 16th, 2016, and was produced by Pete Zimmerman.
Steve tries to pitch a grass and flowers alternative — colorful dirt.
This episode of The Frying Pan originally aired on April 30th, 2016, and was produced by Pete Zimmerman.
Steve pitches Gun Shy, a device that makes you think twice about pulling that trigger. It's all for gun safety! Listeners eat it up.
This episode originally aired on February 13th, 2016, and was produced by Pete Zimmerman.
Steve pitches Car-Tris, a fun Tetris-style game that you can play while driving. Listeners love it.
This episode originally aired on January 28th, 2017, and was produced by Pete Zimmerman.
Steve pitches Uber-Ella, an inventive business that combines the convenience of Uber with the desire to stay dry.
This episode originally aired on May 4th, 2015, and was produced by Pete Zimmerman.
Steve pitches Nickels Pickles, a single-pickle receptacle that save fridge real estate, with the bonus feature of a sidecar nickel chiller. Audiences hate it.
This episode originally aired on WGN Radio on August 16th, 2017, and was produced by Pete ... more
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This podcast features a unique blend of humor and creativity, centered around the outlandish invention pitches by a local entrepreneur recognized for his appearance on a popular investment show. Over the years, a variety of wildly absurd concepts have been presented, in which the host seeks feedback from listeners and navigates their often skeptical responses. The interaction between the host and callers adds to the comedic atmosphere, making it a platform for not only laughter but also the exploration of consumer culture and societal norms surrounding innovation. The show's quirky and whimsical nature sets it apart, engaging an audience eager for light-hearted entertainment and playful banter.
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