Shark Tank season 14 episode 2 Recap and FAQ
Episode Summary
In this "Shark Tank" episode, Justine and Adrian from The Woobles impress the Sharks with their crochet kits, sparking a bidding war. BeatBox Beverages shares their post-show success with single-serve packs. The Banana Phone, a quirky Bluetooth handset, intrigues but doesn't secure a deal. The Turbo Trusser, a poultry trussing device, lands a deal with Kevin O'Leary. Braxton Fleming of Stealth Bros & Co., offering stylish medical Dopp kits and sharps containers, strikes a deal with Mark Cuban and Barbara Corcoran. Each pitch showcases innovation and personal connections to the products.
Full Episode S14E02 Recap
Frequently Asked Questions
What is "Shark Tank"?
"Shark Tank" is a business-themed reality show where entrepreneurs pitch their businesses to a panel of investors (Sharks) for funding and partnership.
Who were the entrepreneurs behind The Woobles?
Justine and Adrian, a wife and husband team.
What is the product offered by The Woobles?
Crochet kits for creating adorable characters.
What was unique about BeatBox Beverages' strategy post-"Shark Tank"?
They shifted to single-serve packs, significantly boosting sales.
What is the Banana Phone?
A banana-shaped Bluetooth handset that connects to your smartphone.
How did the Sharks react to the Banana Phone pitch?
They were intrigued but ultimately doubted its scalability, leading to no deal.
What is the Turbo Trusser?
A device for trussing chickens and turkeys for more even cooking.
Which Shark made a deal with the Turbo Trusser entrepreneurs?
Kevin O'Leary, offering $100,000 for 33% equity plus a $1 royalty per unit.
What is Stealth Bros & Co.?
A company offering stylish medical Dopp kits and sharps disposal containers.
Who is the founder of Stealth Bros & Co.?
Braxton Fleming, a transgender man who saw a need for discreet and stylish medical storage.
What deal was made for Stealth Bros & Co. on "Shark Tank"?
Mark Cuban and Barbara Corcoran offered $200,000 (half cash, half credit line) for 18% equity.
What backgrounds did the entrepreneurs from The Woobles have?
Justine had experience in user experience for Google Classroom, and Adrian was a Wall Street director.
Why did BeatBox Beverages struggle initially in retail?
Their 5-liter bag-in-box format was a challenge for consumers due to its size and price point.
What was the sales performance of Banana Phone?
Over six years, they made $1.6 million in lifetime sales.
How do the Turbo Trusser entrepreneurs plan to use the investment?
They plan to expand their product reach and increase their marketing efforts.
