Shark Tank - Season 8
Season 8
Episodes
ISlide, Re Think, Fizzics, Spoonful of Comfort
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Antonio Brown touts the benefits of personalized shoe slides by an entrepreneur from Norwood, Massachusetts; a 16-year-old high school junior from Naperville, Illinois, pitches an app that can stop cyberbullying messages before the damage can be done; two men from Howell, New Jersey, designed an ingenious at-home beer dispenser that makes bottled and canned beer taste like draft; a woman from West Valley City, Utah, proposes gifting chicken soup. Also, an update on 2400 Expert, an SAT prep course in which Mark Cuban invested during season 7.
GoodHangups, The Lapel Project, Ice Age Meals, TactiBite
A man from Reno, Nevada pitches a line of heat-and-eat paleo meals; a father and son from Louisiana show off a high-tech device for catching fish; a mother from Seattle, Washington, has designed reusable magnet stickers for hanging art; and an entrepreneur from Miami, Florida sells the Sharks on how he can turn a suit jacket into a tuxedo with customized lapels. Also, an update on the motion-activated toilet-bowl light, IllumiBowl, that Kevin O'Leary invested in during season 7.
Raising Wild, The Cookie Kahuna, TekDry, Night Runner, Angels and Tomboys
Cookie legend Wally Amos hopes his new brand of cookies duplicates his past success; two sisters from St. Cloud, Florida, share an emotional story while pitching their swimsuits for moms; two men from Broomfield, Colorado, drop their own cell phone into a toilet to prove their invention can save damaged tech devices; and a bidding war ensues among the Sharks with a married couple from Orlando, Florida, who stumbled upon the bright idea to put safety light clips on running shoes.
Angels and Tomboys, Atlantic Candy Company, The biēm Butter Sprayer, Solemates
Two sisters from Memphis, Tennessee pitch body sprays and lotions for tween and teen girls; a third-generation chocolatier from St. Augustine, Florida has a family business that manufactures chocolate candy with a toy inside; a veteran food entrepreneur from Austin, Texas has a device that turns a stick of butter into spray; and two entrepreneurs from New York plug their invention that makes high heels more functional and comfortable. Also, an update on Natural Grip, the non-slip protective glove for workouts that Robert Herjavec invested in during season 6.
SandiLake Clothing, Parker's Maple, Safe Grabs, SiliDog
A stay-at-home mom pitches her stylish clothing line for little ones; an 18-year-old hopes the Sharks can help spread his delicious maple syrup products to tables across America; a woman has risked everything for her simple and smart multi-use kitchen accessory; and a young man created a new type of tag for dog lovers. Also, a profile on Kevin O'Leary reveals a lesser-known side of the Shark also known as "Mr. Wonderful."
Joyce's LuLu Bang, unPack, Sunscreenr, Potato Parcel
A young man and his business partner from Carrollton, Texas, pitch an unusual twist to a common vegetable; two sisters from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, get a Shark to proclaim that their barbeque sauce "could bring a tear to a glass eye;" two millennial entrepreneurs have a way to alleviate the hassle of luggage and packing; and a biochemist from Chapel Hill, North Carolina, can make the invisible visible with a device that ensures sun protection. Also, an update on the Grace & Lace accessory line, which Barbara Corcoran invested in during season 5.
EcoFlower, The Style Club, Safe Catch, #BeSomebody
A woman from West Haven, Utah, had to sell off 75% of her faux flower business in order to keep it alive; two men from Sausalito, California, pitch a way to test mercury levels in a single fish; a former corporate executive from Houston, Texas, has a platform to help people pursue their passions; and a millennial from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is looking to finance her fashion brand geared toward the social media generation. Also, an update on Wicked Good Cupcakes, which Kevin O'Leary invested in during season 4.
Milk Snob, Jack's Stands, Chi'Lantro BBQ, Toor
A Dallas, Texas, real-estate broker's pitch leads to a battle of billionaires about his business model for a way to make house hunting more convenient; a 10-year-old kidpreneur from Broomfield, Colorado, created a lemonade-stand business to help other kids start their own businesses; a mother from Allen, Texas, designs Made-in-America multi-functional covers for infant car seats; and a tenacious man from Austin, Texas, pitches the Sharks his Korean BBQ fusion restaurant food-truck business. Also, a follow-up on Rent Like a Champion, a weekend rental-home business, which Mark Cuban and Chris Sacca invested in during season 7.
Barbell, PupBox, Line Cutterz, Energybits
A couple from San Francisco, California, pitch their subscription service for puppy products; a woman from Boston, Massachusetts, hopes to popularize algae as a nutritional health supplement in America; two buddies from Las Vegas, Nevada, design apparel for athletic builds; and an avid fisherman from Hudson, Wisconsin, wants a deal for his fishing line cutting tool. Also, a follow-up with Bantam Bagels, which Lori Greiner invested in during season 6.
Chewable Coffee Products, Electronic Skateboard, Simply Fit Board
The team behind an electronic skateboard returns to the Tank; human-quality pet food business; chewable coffee products; gourmet home-cooking product; a follow-up with the makers of the Simply Fit Board.
An Entrepreneur Who Works with Santa to Reply to Children's Letters, 83-Year-Old Ironman Triathlon Competitor, Profile of Billionaire Mark Cuban
An entrepreneur works with Santa Claus to reply to children's letters to the North Pole; an 83-year-old Ironman triathlon competitor and his business partner present a more functional winter glove; a profile of billionaire Mark Cuban.
Naturally Perfect Dolls, PDX Pet Design, Basic Outfitters, Victory Coffees
A couple from Homestead, Florida, had their young daughters in mind when they created a line of dolls that look like them: beautiful girls of color; a cat-loving couple from Portland, Oregon, hope the Sharks will paw their way into their innovative cat companion products, which includes a device to intimately groom your cat just like a mama cat; a husband and wife team from New York have a one-stop online shop for replacing men's outworn undergarments with affordable, high-quality new ones; and a former Navy SEAL from Austin, Texas, comes into the Tank hoping to walk out with a deal to take his patriotic coffee business nationwide. Also, a follow-up with Drain Strain, which Robert Herjavec invested in during season 6.
Grease Bags, Pinblock, Mama's MilkBox, Nicepipes Apparel
A single mom from Allen, Texas, believes her eco-friendly grease disposal method will be enough to cook up a deal; a 21-year-old from Ukraine and now living in Brooklyn, New York, makes the Sharks speechless with his epic display of block toys and his knowledge about the toy industry; a mother from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, zealously pitches her stylish nursing apparel for breastfeeding moms; and a yoga enthusiast from New York, New York, admits she has limited fashion or business experience, yet hopes the Sharks will want to invest in her modern take on legwarmers. Also, Daymond John is featured in a "Shark Profile" highlighting his road to entrepreneurial success.
Tiny House Rentals; Snack Chips with Cricket Flour; Earplugs That Filter Damaging Sounds; Modernized Childhood Toy
Entrepreneurs rent tiny houses in the woods; snack chips made with cricket flour; earplugs for listening to music filter out damaging levels of sound; a modern version of a favorite childhood toy; a profile of Barbara Corcoran.
Stylish Baby Mats; Portable Pressurized Shower Kit; Folding Smart-Cart
A cooler that keeps multiple drinks separated within one cold container; stylish baby mats; portable pressurized shower kit; folding smart-cart; follow-up with the owners of the Tom & Chee grilled cheese business.
A Vibrating Mat That Helps Calm Babies; An Ointment Made From Essential Oils; A Natural Snack Made With Acai
Durable bags made out of the material that protects on the front lines of firefighting; a vibrating mat that helps calm babies; an ointment made from essential oils; a natural snack made with acai.
An App That Allows Children To Use A Plush Toy To Send And Receive Voicemail; Software That Automates Plant Care
A subscription service that teaches children to code; an app that allows children to use a plush toy to send and receive voicemail; software that automates plant care; an app and website that allows customers to book a day room at a hotel.
Food Supplements, Drone Pilot Training and Educational Courses, Elephant-Themed Apparel and Stylish Beach Towels
In a special episode featuring millennial entrepreneurs, one will make the deal that takes the award-winning "Shark Tank" across the $100 million threshold of deals made in the Tank.
The Sleep Styler, Blendtique, MealEnders, Rareform
A product that takes the love of wine to another level; an ophthalmologist creates a special tool to help women; products made from recycled billboards; lozenges that prevent overeating; a profile of Robert Herjavec.
Apollo Peak, Under The Weather, Seedsheet, Cropsticks
A former pet food company salesman from Denver, Colorado, has a unique addition to the beverage industry with a wine for cats; a soccer dad from Cincinnati, Ohio, shares his gut-wrenching story about how he designed a portable shelter that ensures you're covered wherever you go; an architect and environmentalist from Middlebury, Vermont, used his skills to design a maintenance-free and fun way to make anyone into a gardening guru; and an entrepreneurism teacher from Los Angeles, California, left academia to pursue her own business idea of a reinvented chopstick. Also, a follow-up with Sean Riley, Jeff Klimkowski & Ryan Meegan from Chicago, Illinois, and Dude Products, their manly, durable wipes that Mark Cuban invested in during season 7.
Guard Llama, Flag, Validated, Guardian Bikes
To show how their smartphone app can improve personal security, two entrepreneurs from Chicago, Illinois, bring a live guard llama into the Tank; two entrepreneurs from Irvine, California, deliver a safer take on the bicycle by innovating the brake system; a trio from Seattle, Washington, have an app that helps shoppers and diners earn free parking in exchange for their business; and business partners from Santa Clarita, California, hope to convince the Sharks to take a shot with their free photo-printing service. Also, a follow-up with former professional football player Al "Bubba" Baker from Avon, Ohio, and his de-boned rib steaks known as Bubba's Boneless Ribs, which Daymond John invested in during season 5.
Goverre, See Rescue Streamer, Bootyqueen Apparel, Loctote Industrial Bag Co
A fitness apparel line that caters to women; no-spill, portable, stem-less wine glasses; rescue signal; slash-proof and water-resistant backpacks; PRX Performance follow-up.
Thompson Tee, Wallet Buckle, Rumi Spice, Peoples Design
Two entrepreneurs from Placentia, California, pitch their solution to embarrassing underarm sweat marks and stains; brothers and best friends from Walnut Creek, California, believe their belt buckle that doubles as a wallet is the most convenient way to carry your essentials; U.S. Army veterans from Chicago, Illinois, hope to empower farmers in a war-torn country by helping them cultivate and harvest saffron; and a former executive chef from Colorado Springs, Colorado, with an unlikely story, thinks his multi-purpose mixing bowl will become the next go-to kitchen gadget. Also, a follow-up with Robin "Wombi" Rose and John Wise from Cambridge, Massachusetts, and their 3D paper pop-up greeting cards, LovePop, that Kevin O'Leary invested in during season 7.
Bridal Buddy, Laid Brand, Rocketbook, Wine and Design, Shark Profiles
In the season finale, a husband and wife duo from Raleigh, North Carolina, surprise the Sharks when they bring a party atmosphere and a male model into the Tank to show how their franchised art studios work; two men from Melrose, Massachusetts, have a futuristic version of a notebook that sends writing wirelessly, allowing the handwriting to be erased using a microwave oven, a concept the Sharks find both "wacky" and "brilliant"; two entrepreneurs from Mechanicsburg, Pennsylvania, hope to capitalize on the desire to attract a mate with hair-care products infused with pheromones; and a divorced mom from The Poconos, Pennsylvania, shares her philosophy of how she overcame obstacles and pursued her idea of how brides can bag up their wedding gowns so they can use the bathroom on their own. There will also be a recap of season 8's "Shark Profiles" series.
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