The Legal Blind Spots That Could Shut Down Your Podcast | Gordon Firemark

You put in the work. You craft your episodes. You build your brand. But what if someone swoops in and steals it—your content, your show name, even your audience—because you didn’t have the right legal protections in place? That’s exactly what we’re tackling today with podcast and entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark. From copyrights and trademarks to AI-generated content and guest releases, we’re breaking down the most overlooked legal protections every podcaster needs to have in place before it’s too late. Even if you’re just getting started or think your audience is too small for this to matter, waiting until it’s a problem is a mistake you don’t want to make. Hit play and let’s dive in. 1:30 - 5 Ways to Protect Your Podcast Before It’s Too Late 2:44 - Copyright 101: Are Your Episodes Actually Protected? 7:01 - Trademarks: Why Your Show Name Isn’t Automatically Safe 10:22 - Music & Fair Use: The Legal Minefield Most Podcasters Ignore 13:43 - AI, Voice Cloning & The Legal Loopholes You Need to Know  Episode Links:Check Out Gordon Firemark’s Podcast: Legit Podcast ProGordon’s Book: The Podcast, Blog & New Media Producer"s Legal Survival Guide  Free Lawyer-drafted Podcast Guest Release Agreement Additional Lawyer-drafted Legal Templates & Forms Easy Legal For Podcasters DIY Legal Training    Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:What to Include in Your Guest Release Form for Total Protection    → This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U Support the show Liked this episode? Share it with a fellow podcaster! Love this show? Say thanks by leaving a positive review. Register for Courtney"s Free Podcasting Workshop: How to 10x Your Business with a Podcast in 2025 NEW! Schedule a 1:1 Podcasting Audit w/ Courtney (60-min paid session). Curious about PodLaunch®? Book a Free Discovery Call to see if our podcasting mentorship is the right fit for your business. Connect with Courtney: Linked In | Instagram | PodLaunch HQ ©Ⓟ 2018–2025 by Courtney Elmer. All Rights Reserved.