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Legit Podcast Pro

Gordon Firemark

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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07:19

What podcasters should be grateful for in 2025

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/11/27

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16:01

Building your Media Empire, Step by Step

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/11/25

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 — including the five creator media business models, the step-by-step expansion path, and the legal/business infrastructure required to grow without losing

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23:35

What to get the creator in your life. Holiday Gift...

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/11/21

Looking 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 product or service I know, trust, and genuinely believe in.🎙️ Microphones & Audio GearRØDE PodMic — https://amzn.to/43IZmxHFocusrite Scarlett 2i2 (4th

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20:54

What Should Be in a Podcast Guest Release (and Why...

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/11/14

When 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 your professional workflow.In this episode:What a guest release actually doesWhy verbal or email consent isn’t legally safeThe six must-have clauses that

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13:22

The Truth About Using Music

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/11/07

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 createdThe two rights you need to license (composition & recording)Why fair use rarely appliesLegal, affordable options for using musicReal-world examples of creators who learned the hard

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09:00

The Top 5 Legal Mistakes Creators Make in...

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/10/30

Collaborations 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 enoughHow to divide ownership, credit, and revenue fairlyWhy you should plan your exit before you need oneThe importance of protecting your shared brand and trademarksSimple steps to stay professional and keep relationships intactTakeaways:Always get written

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11:19

Fair Use Explained for Podcasters, YouTubers, and...

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/10/23

“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 law.He also discusses the ironic twist in the ongoing Ethan Klein lawsuits, where one of the biggest defenders of fair use is now arguing that many “lazy

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08:48

Why You Need to Trademark Your Podcast or YouTube...

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/10/16

Host: 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:• What trademarks protect (and what they don’t)• How “first use” vs. “first to file” plays out in the real world• Why creators are especially vulnerable to

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11:04

LLC vs. Corporation: The Smart Creator’s Guide

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/10/09

In 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.Key Topics Covered:• The risks of doing nothing — why sole proprietorships and partnerships are dangerous• The protection and flexibility that come with an

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16:49

Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Ending Podcast...

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/10/02

Co-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 drama in the first place.You’ll Learn:Why podcast partnerships break downWho owns the show name, feed, and episodesPaths to exit: assignment + buyout,

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06:30

Hiring Team Members? Do It Right (Legally)

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/09/25

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.You’ll learn:Why freelancers and contractors, by default, own their workThe common mistakes podcasters make when hiringThe essential contract clauses every

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05:59

Is Your Podcast Merch Going To Get You Sued?...

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/09/18

Selling 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 categoriesCommon mistakes podcasters make with branding and logosHow to run a quick trademark check before launching merchWhat steps to take if you get a cease-and-desistHow to

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08:34

Turning Your Podcast Into an Asset You Can Sell

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/09/11

Most 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 networks.What You’ll Learn in This Episode:The key factors that make a podcast valuableHow IP ownership and contracts determine if your show is sellableThe

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07:51

Back to School: The 4 Rs of Legal Fundamentals for...

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/09/04

Class 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 RightsWhy contracts are essential for healthy Relationships with co-hosts, editors, and sponsorsThe biggest Risks creators face (defamation, infringement, FTC rules,

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09:25

The No Burnout Approach to Business Podcasting

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/08/28

Most 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 itHow to treat your podcast as a business asset, not just contentThe systems and workflows that make podcasting sustainableMonetization strategies that don’t rely on adsThe

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07:14

The Hard Truth About the Creator Economy

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/08/21

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 from the ground up.In this episode, you’ll learn:The biggest myths about “monetization” that keep creators brokeWhy your podcast or video is just the

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07:45

How to Monetize without Selling Out

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/08/14

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 creators make when trying to earn revenueHow to structure sponsorships, affiliate deals, memberships, and moreLegal considerations: contracts, disclosures,

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09:10

Hiring Team for Your Show: The Legal Way.

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/08/07

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 freelancersThe ABC Test and what it means for California-based creatorsWhy “work-for-hire” isn’t automaticWhat goes in your contract (and what doesn’t!)The risks of skipping the paperworkIf you’re hiring help—or thinking

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13:17

How to Trademark Your Podcast Before Someone else Does

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/07/31

Your 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 cover:What trademark protection really means (and doesn’t)Why “first use” gives you rights—but “first to file” can still block youWhat makes a podcast title

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11:35

How Sue-able Are You? The Legal Risks Content...

Legit Podcast Pro ·

2025/07/24

What 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 dealing with high-stakes content.I also share insights on the current lawsuits filed by Ethan Klein against reaction video streamers—and what they reveal

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