Avoiding the Greatest Scam in US Patent History - EP 005

Hedy Lamarr suffers the greatest scam in US Patent history. Her story becomes a playbook of lessons on avoiding the greatest scam in US Patent history.In this episode, Hedy Lamarr is the featured Everyday Heroine from the movie ‘Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story’ and the book ‘Hedy’s Folly’ by Richard Rhodes. Right from the start, you see that the Hedy Lamarr story never has a dull moment.First, you discover how her father was a very positive figure in her life. Her father encouraged her to be herself. He also taught her how to be curious about how things worked. He had a natural interest in technology that also inspired Hedy.Second, you learn that her claim to fame came from her remarkable beauty. She was so beautiful that her image inspired legendary creations by others.Third, you see how turbulent her life plays out as she works to do something important in life. She goes from rich to poor and from inspiration to desperation as she lives a high-profile life in a superficial world.Every woman should be knowledgeable in avoiding the greatest scam in life. Imagine what the world would look like with more billionaire women. Imagine the beauty that would exist when women influence the world economy.Finally, I wrap up the episode by sharing three lessons from Hedy on how to:Overcome your mistakes while ignoring the publicHandle your greatest asset, which may or may not also be your greatest curseExperience more lucidityPlus, I add some insight on what makes Hedy our featured Everyday Heroine.Information presented in this episode was sourced from the movie ‘Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story’ and the book ‘Hedy’s Folly’ by Richard Rhodes. Follow us to enjoy more of the adventures and discoveries from The Everyday Heroine!For more information about Maria Kauffman and The Kauffman Institute click here!