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Take your podcast to new levels of professionalism and profit. Join The Podcast Lawyer™ Gordon Firemark for tips, strategies, advice and Q&A with top podcasters. Learn how to grow and profit from your podcast like a pro.
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Focusing on, but not limited to, Alameda County California attorneys, we meet and get to know practicing attorneys, people connected to the legal profession, and those affected by the justice system. How they got there, what they're doing, how they experience the practice of law and their connection to it.
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The games business and legal podcast - legal news, views and information for board game and video game developers and players. Featuring industry guests, commentary and Q&A, along with a "deep dive" into a different topic each episode.
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We love podcast industry podcasts - there are a lot of them and they're run by smart, passionate people who live and breathe podcasting and who are usually industry professionals. Sometimes though, they don't give the day-to-day enthusiast, creator or indie podcaster a platform to have their say, often taking "the view from the top" as delivered by the "podcasting professionals". In & Around Podcasting has been designed to respect and live alongside those shows and to be an accessible, inclu ...
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Send us a text Gordon Firemark is an entertainment and media attorney who works with creators, producers, and businesses in television, film, publishing, and digital media. He focuses on helping creative professionals share their work while protecting their interests. Over his long career, he has built a solo practice that serves clients across the…
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2026: One Resolution & 6 Steps: The creator business of your dreams
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7:18A new year is the perfect time to choose a new way forward. In this New Year’s episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark shares why the most powerful resolution for creators isn’t about doing more—it’s about building with intention and ownership. This episode is equal parts encouragement and clarity. You’ll hear: • Why structure creates freedom…
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Join Me for a FREE online workshop: How To Protect your Podcast: Easy, affordable legal strategies without expensive lawyers! Monday, January 5, 2026, 10:00am (PST) Register Now: https://podcastlaw.net The holidays are quiet for a reason, and smart creators use that time intentionally. In this Christmas episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark…
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Henry Cox - Problem Solving at All Levels
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25:47Send us a text Henry Cox is a longtime legal professional who now works mainly as a neutral mediator, arbitrator, and hearing officer, while also writing fiction. Over the years, his work has shifted from active litigation to helping parties resolve disputes outside the courtroom. Over his career, Henry Cox practiced law in dozens of states, handle…
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The Creator Economy Reality Check: How To Actually Win in 2026
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7:52The creator economy is maturing—and that’s not good news for everyone. In this episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark breaks down who is actually winning in the creator economy heading into 2026, and why many creators who are “doing everything right” still feel stuck, squeezed, or exposed. This episode isn’t about chasing trends or beating t…
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Who Owns the Stage, the Script, and the Algorithm? Entertainment Law’s Wild Year-End
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1:03:59Welcome to Entertainment Law Update, your monthly rundown of the most important legal developments in the entertainment, media, and technology industries. As 2025 comes to a close, the legal fault lines of the entertainment industry are impossible to ignore.… Read the rest The post Who Owns the Stage, the Script, and the Algorithm? Entertainment La…
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How to Stop Other Creators From Hijacking Your Show’s Name
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6:29Most podcasters worry about someone copying their content — but the real threat is someone copying (or accidentally matching) your show’s name. When your title isn’t legally protected, other creators can release shows with names close enough to yours that listeners, sponsors, platforms, and search engines get confused. And once that confusion takes…
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Collaborations that shouldn't be - Protect your show, protect your sanity
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12:33Most creators treat “collaboration” as a casual, friendly word. But legally? A collaboration is a partnership — with all the risk, responsibility, and liability that partnerships carry. In this episode, Gordon Firemark — The Podcast Lawyer™ — unpacks the biggest myths about collaborations and explains why so many creator relationships blow up when …
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What podcasters should be grateful for in 2025
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Helen Hoeffel - Legal Assistance for Seniors
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35:32Send us a text In collaboration with theAlameda County Bar Association, Love Thy Lawyer presents an interview with: Helen Hoeffel Helen Hoeffel is a staff attorney who works with Legal Assistance for Seniors, helping older adults in Alameda County with housing, consumer issues, conservatorships, guardianships, benefits, and elder abuse cases. She a…
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The creator-to-media-company roadmap no one else is teaching. Most podcasters and YouTubers stay small because they keep making content instead of building a business around it. In this episode, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, breaks down the real, practical path creators follow when they scale from “one show” to a full-blown media enterprise…
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What to get the creator in your life. Holiday Gift Guide for podcasters, youtubers and influencers.
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23:35Looking for the perfect gift for a podcaster, YouTuber, or aspiring creator? Here’s a curated list of the best gear, books, software, and essentials to help the creator in your life level up. Some links are affiliate links (including Amazon links), which means I may earn from qualifying purchases at no extra cost to you. Every recommendation is a p…
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What Should Be in a Podcast Guest Release (and Why You Can’t Skip It)
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20:54When you record guests on your podcast, you’re capturing their performance — and that means you need their permission to record, publish and use or re-use it. In this episode, Gordon breaks down everything you need to know about podcast guest releases, including what clauses they should include, common mistakes to avoid, and how to make it part of …
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Send us a text Ted DeBettencourt is the founder of Juvo Leads, a company that provides real-person chat services to help law firms convert website visitors into clients. He specializes in legal marketing and client intake systems, combining his background in law and business to improve how firms attract and manage leads. He began his career in mark…
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The Truth About Using Music in Your Content (and Staying Legal) Show Notes: Music can elevate your content—or end your channel. In this episode, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, breaks down how to use music safely in your podcasts and videos. You’ll Learn: Why music is protected from the moment it’s created The two rights you need to license (…
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Trade Secrets, Triggers & Takedowns – Enterrtainment Law Update Episode 185
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59:36Welcome to Entertainment Law Update, your monthly rundown of the most important legal developments in the entertainment, media, and technology industries. This episode is a roundup of some of the biggest recent developments at the intersection of entertainment law, … Read the rest The post Trade Secrets, Triggers & Takedowns – Enterrtainment Law Up…
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The Top 5 Legal Mistakes Creators Make in Partnerships & Collabs
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9:00Collaborations can be a dream—or a disaster. In this episode, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, counts down the top 5 legal mistakes creators make when teaming up, and how to prevent them. You’ll Learn: Why handshake deals and DMs aren’t enough How to divide ownership, credit, and revenue fairly Why you should plan your exit before you need one…
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Rita Goodroe - Attorney to Dating Coach to Business Coach
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36:08Send us a text Rita Goodroe is a former attorney who built a thriving career as a business coach and professional speaker. She helps people and organizations lead, connect, and sell more effectively by focusing on authenticity and relationship-building. Before launching her coaching and speaking career, Rita practiced law for 13 years, specializing…
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Fair Use Explained for Podcasters, YouTubers, and Filmmakers
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11:19“Fair use” is one of the most misunderstood concepts in media law — and it’s getting even murkier as creators test the limits on YouTube, podcasts, and social platforms. In this episode, Gordon Firemark explains what fair use really means, breaks down the four factors courts use to decide, and unpacks how creators can stay on the right side of the …
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Why You Need to Trademark Your Podcast or YouTube Channel
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8:48Host: Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™ In this episode, Gordon breaks down why every serious podcaster and YouTuber should protect their brand name with a trademark. He explains how U.S. trademark law really works, clears up common misconceptions, and shares real-world stories of creators who lost their brands by waiting too long. You’ll Learn:…
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Send us a text Mark Bassingthwaighte is an attorney and the national risk manager at ALPS Insurance, where he helps lawyers prevent malpractice claims and manage professional risk. He’s spent nearly three decades working with law firms across the country, consulting, writing, and speaking on ethics, risk management, and cybersecurity in the legal f…
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LLC vs. Corporation: The Smart Creator’s Guide
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11:04In this episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, explains how to protect your creative business by choosing the right legal structure. Whether you’re a podcaster, YouTuber, filmmaker, or digital entrepreneur, understanding the difference between LLCs and corporations can mean the difference between success and disaster. K…
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Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Ending Podcast Partnerships (The Right Way)
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16:49Co-host splits happen. Here’s how to end a podcast partnership without losing your name, your feed, or your audience. Gordon Firemark walks through an ownership audit, a clean exit decision tree, the step-by-step process for transferring accounts and IP, how to settle money fairly, and the documents you’ll need. Plus, how a Podcast Prenup™ prevents…
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Send us a text Ken Crutchfield works with Wolters Kluwer, where he focuses on legal research products that help professionals find and understand laws and regulations. He has spent more than four decades in and around the legal, tax, and accounting industries. Over the years, he has held senior roles at Bloomberg Tax Technology, Thomson Reuters, an…
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Hiring team members—like writers, editors, and assistants—can help your podcast grow. But without the right contracts, they may actually own the work they create for your show. In this episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, explains the legal risks of working with freelancers and how to make sure you stay in control. Yo…
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Big Wins, Big Losses: Authors, Disney, Napster, and the Future of Copyright
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Is Your Podcast Merch Going To Get You Sued? (Trademark Trouble Explained)
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5:59Selling merch can be an exciting way to grow your podcast brand—but it can also land you in legal hot water. In this episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, explains why your podcast logo on a hoodie isn’t as simple as it looks. You’ll learn: Why podcast merch creates trademark risks in new product categories Common mist…
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Caitlin LoCascio-King - Practicing Law & Building a Brand
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38:31Send us a text LTL – Caitlin LoCascio-King - Show Notes lovethylawyer.com A transcript of this podcast is easily available at lovethylawyer.com. Caitlin LoCascio-King is an attorney and entrepreneur who runs a boutique law practice focused on estate planning, elder law, and small business support. She is also the founder of a marketing company that…
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Turning Your Podcast Into an Asset You Can Sell
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8:34Most podcasters think about launching their show — but not about what happens down the line. The truth is, your podcast can become a sellable asset if you treat it like a business from day one. In this episode, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, explains how to build, protect, and position your podcast so it’s valuable to buyers, partners, or ne…
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Back to School: The 4 Rs of Legal Fundamentals for Creators
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7:51Class is in session! In this episode, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, breaks down the 4 Rs of Creator Law—Rights, Relationships, Risks, and Revenue. These fundamentals will help you build a creator business that’s profitable, protected, and built to last. What You’ll Learn: How copyright, trademarks, and guest releases protect your Rights Why…
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Hon. Roz Silvaggio (ACBA) - PD's Office to the Bench
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45:36Send us a text lovethylawyer.com A transcript of this podcast is easily available atlovethylawyer.com. Go tohttps://www.lovethylawyer.com/blog for transcripts. In collaboration with theAlameda County Bar Association, Love Thy Lawyer presents an interview with: Hon. Roz Silvaggio Judge Rozlynn Silvaggio is a newly appointed judge on the Alameda Coun…
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The No Burnout Approach to Business Podcasting
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9:25Most podcasters give up—not because they don’t love podcasting, but because they burn out. In this episode, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, shares how to use podcasting as a strategic business tool so it fuels your brand instead of draining you. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why podcasters burn out and how to avoid it How to treat your p…
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In this episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, reveals the truth about what it really takes to succeed in the creator economy. Spoiler alert: it’s not about going viral or chasing algorithmic approval. It’s about building a business that uses content strategically—and protects your assets, audience, and revenue streams …
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Bored Apes & Interview Tapes – Episode 183
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58:00Welcome to Entertainment Law Update, your monthly rundown of the most important legal developments in the entertainment, media, and technology industries. In this episode, we cover big rulings in the world of NFTs, copyright, trademarks, and the ever-expanding impact … Read the rest The post Bored Apes & Interview Tapes – Episode 183 appeared first…
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Send us a text LTL – Robert Ingalls - Show Notes lovethylawyer.com A transcript of this podcast is easily available at lovethylawyer.com. Robert Ingalls is a former attorney who now runs LawPods, a company that helps law firms create and market podcasts. He calls himself a “recovering lawyer” and has found his true passion in helping others share t…
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Making money from your podcast shouldn’t mean compromising your message or alienating your audience. In this episode, Gordon walks through smart, sustainable ways to monetize your podcast — and how to stay legally protected while doing it. What You’ll Learn: Why “selling out” is a myth (and what monetization really means) The biggest mistakes creat…
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Hiring for your podcast? VA, editor, show notes writer, social media help? Before you bring anyone on board, you need to know the legal side—especially what makes someone an independent contractor vs. an employee. In this episode, I’m breaking down: How to legally hire and pay podcast freelancers The ABC Test and what it means for California-based …
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Send us a text LTL – RJon Robins - Show Notes lovethylawyer.com A transcript of this podcast is easily available at lovethylawyer.com. RJon Robins is an entrepreneur, attorney, and author who helps small law firm owners grow and manage their businesses more effectively. He runs multiple businesses that provide management support to small law firms,…
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How to Trademark Your Podcast Before Someone else Does
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13:17Your podcast title is more than just a name—it’s your brand. And if you’re not protecting it, you could be setting yourself up for disaster. In this episode of Legit Podcast Pro, I’m breaking down exactly how to trademark your podcast title so you can avoid the expensive, frustrating mess that comes from someone else beating you to the punch. We’ll…
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How Sue-able Are You? The Legal Risks Content Creators Face (And How to Avoid Them
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11:35What gets content creators sued—and how do you protect yourself? In this week’s episode of Legit Podcast Pro, I break down the real-world legal threats facing podcasters, streamers, editors, and other content creators. From copyright violations to guest disputes and everything in between, I explain how to stay out of legal trouble, even when you're…
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NY’s Fashion Workers Act – Explained (with Mikey Glazer) New York enacts the most talent-protective legislation in the country, redefining who qualifies as a regulated rep and impacting models, influencers, and managers. Key issue: the law imposes a duty to … Read the rest The post Strut, Stream, Sue: NY Fashion Law, HITS act, AI Mayhem and more… a…
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