One of the most common misconceptions creatives have is the idea that "I paid for it, so I own it".
I get it, ownership usually DOES go with the transaction.
But when you're dealing with creative...
What's all this buzz about trademarks, and do you need one for your podcast or youtube channel?
Welcome to another episode of Legit Podcast Pro from Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™
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This week, I've been head-down on a couple of projects for start-up podcast networks. Every network is a little bit different, but they all have a few common hallmarks. Here are some examples:
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The Biggest Podcaster Legal and Business Mistake!
This episode of Legit Podcast Pro is brought to you by Easy Legal For Podcasters, the best, fastest, simplest way to get your podcast’s...
Maybe you saw the article in Bloomberg … or heard the NPR piece about it.
I’m talking about PAYOLA.
Yes.. .in podcasting.
What is Payola?
“Payment of a party,...
Here’s the scenario:
You start a podcast. Get a couple episodes in, and then you bring on your friend to help out, co-host with you, and take some of the workload. Maybe...
That’s all fine and good when the economy is strong… but when things start to get tougher that’s when trouble comes for you! You know?
Are you making the same big mistakes that...
If you're a podcaster and you haven't got your legal and business affairs in order yet, I want to know why?
I'm genuinely interested and concerned.
You may not believe it's a risk... but it...
earlier this week, I heard from a podcaster who’s got a very successful podcast that positions him as a professional in his field, and he interviews other professionals… folks...
Hi, I’m Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™ , and I help creatives and business people in the podcasting industry cover their legal bases and protect themselves and the things they...
How a simple definition — just one word — could’ve saved giant headaches,and literally tens of thousands of dollars!
Hi, I’m Gordon Firemark, The...