Ep 1. Episode 1

Beyond the Tank is a television show that takes viewers behind the scenes of the hit show Shark Tank to see what happens after the deal is made. The show focuses on the entrepreneurs who have made deals with the Sharks and what they do with their newfound investment.

In the first episode of season 2, titled "Episode 1," the focus is on two companies that have made deals on Shark Tank. The first company is Cinnaholic, a vegan bakery that offers a variety of cinnamon rolls and other baked goods. The second company is Kazam, a balance bike company designed to help children learn to ride a bike without training wheels.

The episode begins with a recap of the companies' appearances on Shark Tank, including the deals they made with the Sharks. Cinnaholic made a deal with Robert Herjavec for $200,000 in exchange for 40% equity in the company. Kazam made a deal with Mark Cuban for $300,000 in exchange for 20% equity in the company.

The first half of the episode focuses on Cinnaholic and the struggles they face after making the deal with Robert Herjavec. The co-founders, Shannon and Florian Radke, quickly realize that they need to ramp up production to meet the demand for their products. However, they run into a number of problems, including staffing issues, equipment failures, and a lack of space in their bakery.

Robert Herjavec meets with the co-founders to discuss their progress and help them find solutions to their problems. He suggests that they look into franchising their business and offers to help them get started. The co-founders are hesitant at first, but they eventually agree to explore the option.

The second half of the episode focuses on Kazam and their journey after making a deal with Mark Cuban. The company has seen a lot of success since their appearance on Shark Tank, but they still face a number of challenges. Mark Cuban meets with the co-founder, Mary Beth Lugo, to discuss the current state of the company and their plans for the future.

They discuss the possibility of expanding their product line to include bikes for older children and adults. Mark suggests that they look into the possibility of licensing their technology to other companies in order to reach a wider audience. The co-founder is hesitant at first, but she eventually agrees to explore the option.

Overall, "Episode 1" of Beyond the Tank season 2 provides an interesting look into the post-Shark Tank journey of two companies. While both face different challenges, they are both determined to make their businesses a success with the help of their Sharks. Viewers are left with a sense of hope for the future of these companies and anticipation for what's to come in the rest of the season.