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Break the Business

Break the Business Podcast

A show for indie creators and the people who love and support them. Break the Business Podcast is a fun and informative discussion of entertainment law (for non-lawyers), independent artists, and popular culture. Break the Business is recorded live on Thursdays at 9pm Eastern at twitch.tv/breakthebusiness. Catch the show on Mondays at 6pm on SiriusXM Channel 145 SLAM Radio and on all major podcast platforms! If you"d like to be a guest or have any questions, please send us an email at

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1:00:10

BTB Ep 294: Is “Good 4 U” similar to “Misery...

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2021/09/05

TOPICS: Is “Good 4 U” too similar to “Misery Business,” and what does that mean for indie creators? We interview entertainment attorney Mitra Ahouraian. You can find out more about her work by visitingwww.mitra-law.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visit www.ryankairalla.com to find

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1:00:19

BTB Ep 293: How do I know if my band name is...

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2021/08/27

TOPICS: Should indie creators make plans or be flexible with their careers; Ryan answers a listener question about how artists and bands can see if their band name is “taken”; we interview big band and acapella artist Shaun Johnson. Shaun’s new album “Made For Her” comes out in September and you can find out more about his work by visiting www.shaunjohnsonmusic.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the

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56:03

BTB Ep 292: Music industry coaches Katie Zaccardi &...

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2021/08/22

TOPICS: Guest hosts Katie Zaccardi and Bree Noble talk about the future of the music industry and lend their insight as music industry coaches on a wide range of topics. Katie and Bree also interview singer-songwriter Hollis Wong-Wear. Hollis’ new EP “Half Life” is available now and you can find out more by visiting www.holliswongwear.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast

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55:25

BTB Ep 291: Are live shows going away again?:...

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2021/08/14

OPICS: Are live shows going away again?; getting on more Spotify playlists; interview with singer-songwriter Teressa Mahoney. Her new album "Disillusions" is set to be released Aug 27. Find out moreby visiting https://teressamahoney.com. Guest host Zak Sloan.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the

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59:58

BTB Ep 290: Olympics & creator mental health; new age...

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2021/08/08

TOPICS: We talk about the Olympics and what Simone Biles teaches us about creator mental health. We interview indie artist/composer Cheryl B. Engelhardt about her latest chart-topping release and we getsome great e-mail marketing tips from her. Her latest album “A Seeker’s Slumber” is available now and you can find out more about her work by visiting www.cbemusic.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the

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1:00:29

BTB Ep 289: What happens when you write a song every...

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2021/08/01

TOPICS: What happens when you write a song every day; the professionalization of social media; we interview comedian Chris Gethard. Check out his new special “Half My Life” on streaming services and visit his website www.chrisgeth.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show.

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1:00:08

BTB Ep 288: Twitch updates DMCA guidelines; Single...

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2021/07/25

TOPICS: Twitch updates its DMCA guidelines; economic inequality in the creator economy; Emmys talk; we interview Single Music Founder and CEO Tommy Stalknecht. You can find out more about our guest’swork by visiting www.singlemusic.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visit

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59:55

BTB Ep 287: Big tech is courting indie creators;...

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2021/07/18

TOPICS: Facebook is playing catch-up in courting indie creators; VC firms are embracing the creator economy; we interview Rare Americans frontman Jason Priestner. You can find out more about his work by visiting www.rareamericans.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:51

BTB Ep 286: “Behind the scenes” content ideas;...

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2021/07/11

TOPICS: Using “behind the scenes” content ideas for your livestreams, videos, and social media posts; we discuss the American Music Fairness Act; we interview indie singer-songwriter Mary Jennings. Her new album “Matriarch” is available now and you can find out more about her work by visiting www.maryjennings.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break

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58:19

BTB Ep 285: Getting stuck in a record deal; we...

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2021/07/04

TOPICS: How an artist can get stuck in a record deal for seven years without being able to release an album; Ikea couches for Pride Month; we interview Artist Republik CEO Nick Cianfaglione. You can findout more about our guest’s work by visiting www.artistrepublik.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend

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59:51

BTB Ep 284: Making the perfect pitch; we interview...

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2021/06/27

TOPICS: Making the perfect pitch as an artist; we breakdown the biggest stories from E3; interview and musical performance from indie alt-pop artist Raye Robinson. You can find out more about her work byvisiting instagram.com/itsjustraye.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visit

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55:31

BTB Ep 283: Music services and AAPI Heritage Month;...

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2021/06/20

Break the Business is now on SLAM! Radio. Check us out on SiriusXM Channel 145 starting June 21st!TOPICS: Music services missed the mark on AAPI Heritage Month; Facebook is providing free distribution for musicians on Instagram Reels and Facebook stories; our guest is indie singer-songwriter Ella Luna. You can find out more about our guest’s work by visiting ellaluna.hearnow.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan

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57:55

BTB Ep 282: Twitch cracking down on cover songs;...

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2021/06/13

TOPICS: Twitch is cracking down on cover songs on its platform; we talk about the Taylor Lorenz New York Times article about burnout among TikTok creators; we interview music industry mentor Bree Noble about creating your own courses and coaching platforms. Find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.profitablemusician.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast

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1:16:24

BTB Ep 281: All about band agreements; we interview...

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2021/06/06

Thanks for helping Break the Business to affiliate status on Twitch! Be sure to check out our Wednesday livestream at twitch.tv/breakthebusiness.TOPICS: Ryan answers a listener question about setting up a band agreement; we interview singer/songwriter Twitch streamer Meri Amber. Find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.meriamber.com!Rate/review/subscribe to theBreak the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business

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56:49

BTB Ep 280: Is the U.S. a creator-friendly economy? +...

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2021/05/30

TOPICS: How can we make the US more hospitable to indie creators; including trademark ownership in your band agreements; we interview Arabian Prince and Paul Hershenson of Incub8next. Incub8next isan incubator that focuses on underserved entrepreneurs and communities. Arabian and Paul also share some powerful perspectives about the entertainment business and have great advice for indie creators. You can find out more about our guests’ work by visitingwww.incub8next.com. Hosted on Acast. See

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1:07:44

BTB Ep 279: The social media “infinity stones”; we...

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2021/05/23

TOPICS: Trademark advice for indie creators; the social media infinity stones; we interview Lyric Financial CEO Eli Ball. You can find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.lyricfinancial.com.Co-Host: Katie Zaccardi (www.katiezaccardi.com).Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about the show. Visit

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56:15

BTB Ep 278: Creator economy hurt by Apple's App...

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2021/05/16

TOPICS: Is Apple’s App Store hurting the creator economy?; how artists monetize on Twitch; Legends of the Hidden Temple Reboot. Our guest is livestreaming expert Leonard Patterson. Check out his new book “365 Livestream Ideas for Musicians," available now on Amazon.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend about

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57:54

BTB Ep 277: Twitter Spaces; Changes to the Grammys;...

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2021/05/09

TOPICS: Twitter unveils its new “Spaces” social audio feature; the Grammys get rid of their secret nominating committees; we interview indie singer-songwriter John Taglieri. Find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.johntaglieri.com and check out his new single “Talking to Myself Out Loud” at this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9w66vZLCjU8.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break

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59:33

BTB Ep 276: Spotify’s in the premium podcasting game;...

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2021/05/02

TOPICS: Spotify’s premium option for podcasters; new CDC guidelines and what they mean for indie creators; we interview Michael Elsner of Master Music Licensing to get sync licensing tips. Find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.mastermusiclicensing.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankair and the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the Business on Facebook and tell a friend

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53:03

BTB Ep 275: Apple Podcasts’ new subscription feature;...

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2021/04/25

TOPICS: Apple Podcasts is offering a subscription feature for all of its creators; Apple Music announces its streaming rate; Downton Abbey; Ted Lasso; we interview singer-songwriter Jane Jensen. Check outJane’s new album “Enchant” and you can find out more about her work by visiting www.janejensenmusic.com.Rate/review/subscribe to the Break the Business Podcast on iTunes, SoundCloud, Stitcher, and Google Play. Follow Ryan @ryankairand the Break the Business Podcast @thebtbpodcast. Like Break the

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