Jon and Louise are kicking off 2026 with some fresh ideas for your car, parties, app consumption, beer, juice, and MORE. They also talk about the kickerstarter campaign for a smart watch that transmits emotions to your friends.

Do YOU have a great idea that you'll never do? Leave a voicemail at 304-804-IDEA (4332) or email ⁠greatideapod@gmail.com⁠

Produced by ⁠Jon Richardson⁠

Chapters

00:00 - New Year Reflections and Celebrations

03:19 - Party Stories and Nostalgia

06:21 - Creative Birthday Ideas and Themes

09:18 - The Challenges of December Birthdays

12:18 - Introducing a New Podcast

15:20 - Innovative Ideas for Everyday Problems

18:25 - Driving Simulators for Seniors

21:22 - Exploring Unique Food and Music Concepts

24:24 - Screen Time Management for Kids

30:49 - The Impact of Mindless Scrolling

33:43 - Survival Mode and Productivity Culture

35:44 - Technology and Emotional Connection

41:39 - Navigating Grief and Support

44:04 - Innovative Ideas for Connection

51:30 - Exploring Unique Beverages

56:44 - The Future of Beverage Consumption

Jon and Louise are BACK AT IT with more GREAT IDEAS that they'll never do. Jon wants to open a new type of bar, revolutionize grocery shopping, and retool family portraits. Louise changes the game for parents of rambunctious kids, dentistry distractions, and HALLOWEEN.

Do YOU have a great idea that you'll never do? Leave a voicemail at 304-804-IDEA (4332) or email greatideapod@gmail.com

Produced by Jon Richardson

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Great Ideas

02:24 - Parenting Hacks: The Glu Gun and Sugar Patch

06:23 - Fart Parenting

08:27 - The Rise of Non-Alcoholic Options

10:24 - A Brand new bar/retail concept

12:59 - Deep dive on SPARKLES

13:59 - The Joy of Bloopers in Tough Situations

18:51 - Decision Fatigue and Meal Prep Solutions

26:51 - Transforming Autumn: Personal Connections and Joy

32:50 - Crafting and Celebrating Halloween Year-Round

33:40 - The Value of Creative Moments

37:33 - Rewiring Perspectives on Autumn

38:02 - Practicing Gratitude Beyond the Holidays

40:43 - Family Portraits: Tell the Real Story

54:59 - Next episode challenges

In this episode, Jon and Louise explore a variety of AMAZING ideas that they'll never do, ranging from dog care solutions, roadkill, dental care, bath time, and MORE! They also talk about a new invention from a musician who can turn PVC pipe into sonic gold.

Call 304-804-IDEA (4332) or email ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GreatIdeaPod@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ with YOUR great idea and we'll talk about it on the show.

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