In this episode, we examine World’s Best Cocktails Inc., a U.S. beverage company operating in the premium ready-to-drink cocktail sector. Led by mixologist Tao Zrafi, known for his appearance on Netflix’s Drink Masters, the company is positioning itself at the high end of the growing RTD category.

We break down the company’s asset-light model, which relies on third-party co-packers and integrated logistics rather than owned manufacturing. We also explore its subsidiary, Cocktail Buddies Inc., which focuses on shelf-stable citrus replacements designed for hospitality and beverage operators.

Topics covered include:

• The premiumization trend in the $4.3 billion RTD market

• Brand leverage and founder-driven visibility

• Multi-channel strategy including D2C and wholesale

• Competitive pressure from global spirits conglomerates

• Regulatory and distribution barriers in the three-tier alcohol system

We also present a balanced bull and bear case, highlighting both the opportunity in premium convenience beverages and the risks associated with early-stage alcohol brands competing for shelf space.

This episode is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice or a solicitation to invest. If the company is conducting a Regulation

Crowdfunding offering: all investment activity must occur through the registered intermediary platform listed in its official offering materials. Always review the Form C and associated risk factors before making any investment decision.

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Electricity costs keep rising. The power grid is under pressure. And more homeowners are asking the same question: is there a better way?

In this episode of Invst Guru, host Jeff “Fuzzy” Wenzel speaks with Deep Patel, founder of GigaWatt, about how solar power and battery storage are changing the way consumers think about energy.

After nearly two decades in the solar industry, Deep explains how centralized utilities, rising grid demand, and data center growth are pushing electricity prices higher. Instead of relying on long-term solar leases filled with hidden finance costs, GigaWatt focuses on a vertically integrated, hardware-first approach that empowers homeowners and prosumers to source certified equipment directly and take control of their own power.

In this conversation, we explore:

• How the solar industry has evolved since 2006?

• Why traditional solar leases often cost more than expected?

• The impact of rising utility rates and grid instability.

• How battery storage is changing home energy strategy?

• Why cutting out middlemen lowers system costs?

• The DIY and prosumer movement in solar adoption.

• Regulatory challenges utilities create.

• Why certification and safety standards matter?

• What investors should evaluate before investing in solar companies?

• How energy independence fits into long-term economic trends?

This episode is ideal for homeowners, solar professionals, investors, and anyone curious about the future of distributed energy and grid alternatives.

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Silicon Prairie Holdings is building what management describes as a vertically integrated Capital Technology platform. By combining broker-dealer and transfer agent functions under one umbrella, the company seeks to internalize key layers of private capital formation.

In this episode, we examine:

• Why private capital markets often operate through fragmented service providers

• What changes when a company controls both infrastructure and regulatory licenses

• The economic implications of fee stacking and internalization

• The complexity of operating in a highly regulated environment

• The real risks tied to compliance, scale, and liquidity

This is not a pitch. It is a structural analysis of a business model positioned at the intersection of fintech and securities regulation.

Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice or a solicitation to invest. If Silicon Prairie Holdings is conducting an offering under Rule 506(c) of Regulation D, participation is limited to verified accredited investors. Securities offered under Rule 506(c) are unregistered, restricted, illiquid, and involve substantial risk, including the potential loss of the entire investment. Always review official offering materials and consult qualified advisors before making any investment decision.

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