Shark Tank: Season 4
Season 4 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Shark Tank Season 3.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 4 Progress Shield
September 14, 2012
Sep 14, 2012
History is made when all five Sharks join forces to make a deal. Also, a recent college graduate from Indianapolis, IN wants to turn inconvenience into opportunity with his ticketl
September 21, 2012
Sep 21, 2012
When a man from Austin, TX pitches a so-called "cheaters app" -- which allows selected contacts to be hidden from view when calls come in -- the Sharks question and debate the mora
September 28, 2012
Sep 28, 2012
Professional dancers Jonathan Roberts and Anna Trebunskaya demonstrate their posture correction device; entertainment reporter Robin Leach and a designer from Florida present stone
October 5, 2012
Oct 5, 2012
An unemployed man and his pregnant wife pitch a party-favorite chicken dip; a professional football player's spring-loaded laundry hamper, a technophobe presents his wireless gadge
October 12, 2012
Oct 12, 2012
A line of dresses made of pillowcases; a unique spatula; vitamin oral sprays; energy-boosting waffles.
October 19, 2012
Oct 19, 2012
Professional football player Brandon Jacobs hopes to help a woman find success with her protein-infused energy drink; a lobster roll food truck; eco-friendly cleaning products; col
October 26, 2012
Oct 26, 2012
A modern-day slip business; a scrubbing tool; dog-friendly frozen yogurt; an electric unicycle; an update on the "Lollacup."
November 2, 2012
Nov 2, 2012
Seth MacFarlane shows his support for a man who designed a new fly trap; multi-functional child cover; food storage container; followup on a manicure system.
November 9, 2012
Nov 9, 2012
A motorized vehicle suit; comedy writer Bruce Vilanch presents a computer instruction project; sugar-free candy chips; an update on a foldable guitar.
November 16, 2012
Nov 16, 2012
An energy and nutritional supplement designed and tested by active members of the military; a new way to shop for bridal wear; a wine tasting cruise.
December 4, 2012
Dec 4, 2012
A rent-a-live Christmas tree service; gluten-free fudge; cell phone accessory; indoor/outdoor play space; singer John Rich surprises an entrepreneur.
January 4, 2013
Jan 4, 2013
Mark and Lori offer an entrepreneur $1 million; enclosed tabletop food screen; a beer and arcade game cabinet; peel-off face paint transfer; hair care products for children; update
January 11, 2013
Jan 11, 2013
A capsule that keeps beverages hot for an extended period; a new way to clean stuffed toys; reinventing the ice cream experience.
February 1, 2013
Feb 1, 2013
Sandals for barefoot runners; a magnetic sound enhancer that doesn't need power; a website that creates personalized soundtracks for children; an update on "Cousins Lobster.
February 8, 2013
Feb 8, 2013
A successful entrepreneur returns with a new business idea; hand-held cooler; environmentally friendly dry cleaning bag; chewing tobacco alternative.
February 15, 2013
Feb 15, 2013
Kevin O'Leary makes a $1 million offer; six young inventors aged 12 to 18 present their unsafe-driving detector; a mini-muffin that is a twist on s'mores; an online chat therapy bu
February 22, 2013
Feb 22, 2013
Unique eyewear made of sustainable wood; a camouflage clothing line for duck hunters; a premium denim line; high-end bedding for girls.
March 1, 2013
Mar 1, 2013
Fortified, sugar-free nut butters; an acupressure wrist band; an at-home tattoo removal device; an update on inventors who created surf-inspired fitness equipment.
March 8, 2013
Mar 8, 2013
A workout program that teaches people how to exercise in their heart rate zone; throwing dance parties for kids with a traveling disco van; a damage-proof cell phone case; an updat
March 29, 2013
Mar 29, 2013
Two entrepreneurs try to solve the "carmuter triangle"; an 18-year-old seeks an investment in her natural skincare line of sugar scrubs; shrink-wrap gift bags.
April 5, 2013
Apr 5, 2013
Gourmet meat business; a cooler with interior LED lighting; full-body spandex suit; an advance filter water bottle; follow up on a play and party space for kids from season four.
April 26, 2013
Apr 26, 2013
A fishing bobber made from a shotgun shell; homemade cupcakes in a jar; generating electricity through walking; a belt with no holes; a fitness-based dance program.
May 3, 2013
May 3, 2013
Frozen concentrated gumbo brick; a bird feeder that shocks squirrels; artisan coffee subscription business; wooden home and kitchen items; ECreamery update.
May 10, 2013
May 10, 2013
Teaching kids how to ride a bike that doesn't have pedals; a movie about motorcycle racing; a hot-pink food truck run by beautiful women; fun photo booths.
May 17, 2013 (1)
May 17, 2013
Two women pitch their military-inspired jewelry line; traditional British scone; custom furniture; door-to-door luggage pickup service; update on the Scrub Daddy cleaning tool.
May 17, 2013 (2)
May 17, 2013
An app that provides international travelers with access to live translators; all-natural dog treats; a dating website designed to attract quality singles; gourmet grilled cheese a