What to Include in Your Guest Release Form for Total Protection | Gordon Firemark

If you don’t have a guest release form in place, this episode is your wake-up call. If you do have one, are you sure it actually protects you?  Podcasting attorney Gordon Firemark is back to break down why every podcaster (yes, even small shows) needs a rock-solid guest release before hitting record. He shares exactly what it should include, when your guests should sign it, and the real-life story of a podcaster who skipped this step—and got sued for it. So if you want peace of mind knowing your podcast is legally protected, hit play and let’s dive in. 0:29 - Why Even Small Shows Need a Guest Release Form 2:11 - How Skipping This Step Opens You Up to a Lawsuit 6:15 - What to Include in Your Guest Release for Full Protection 7:30 - The Must-Have AI Clause That Protects Both You and Your Guest 9:34 - The Easiest Way to Get Guests to Sign (with Zero Pushback)  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:The Legal Blind Spots That Could Shut Down Your Podcast    → 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.