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Understanding Copyright and Liability in Podcasting with Gordon Firemark

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Release Date: 01/20/2024

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I put out a short yesterday that got 2000+ views where my videos get around 200 views (that is 6% of my 3000 subscribers). This did result in 2 people subscribing to my show (so .1% growth). Then I dug in a bit deeper and saw how far they watched and it was 23 out of 58 seconds (40%). That is interesting and hearbreaking. 

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Check out Ralph at AskRalphPodcast.com Ralph V. Estep, Jr. is a highly accomplished professional with a diverse background in finance, accounting, technology, and entrepreneurship. In the Ask Ralph Podcast, Ralph shares his knowledge and insights on mastering your finances, lowering your taxes, growing your business, and finding personal success. With over 30 years of experience in the field, Ralph simplifies complex financial concepts and provides practical tips for listeners.

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If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full website, podcastbranding.co has you covered. Mark is a podcaster in addition to being an award-winning artist. He designed the cover art for the School of Podcasting, Podcast Rodeo Show, and Ask the Podcast Coach. Find Mark at podcastbranding.co

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Gord Firemark Entertainment Lawyer
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TIME STAMPS

00:00:00 - NEW PATRON ASKRALPHPODCAST.COM https://www.askralphpodcast.com 
00:00:55 - Opening 
00:02:05 - Sponsor: podcastbranding.co
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00:03:18 - Nugshot: basedonatruestorypodcast.com https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com 
00:03:50 - How Many Shorts Is Too Many? 
00:07:08 - New Mic Stand Volume Issue 
00:12:33 - Rode Podmic USB
https://supportthisshow.com/podmicusb 
00:13:56 - Do I Need Longform if I have 5 Shorts? 
00:24:31 - Stopping the Scroll 
00:26:03 - 16 Bit Vs  24 Bit 
00:27:50 - Audio Only on YouTube 
00:28:15 - Sending Audio to YouTube Via Libsyn 
00:29:53 - Attracting the Wrong People 
00:34:08 - Dave Tracking YouTube Results 
00:35:00 - Legal Talk: Media Ommision Insurance 
00:36:15 - Cant We Just Have a Simple Disclaimer 
00:41:30 - Free Speech and Consequences 
00:43:32 - Dave Went Outside the Law 
00:44:17 - GORDON FIREMARK!
https://www.Gordonfiremark.com
00:45:40 - Legal Book Reviews 
00:46:59 - Being on Someone's Radar 
00:50:18 - What about AI Staying Legal? 
00:53:55 - MIcheky Mouse  Public Domain 
00:56:12 - Should I Setup an LLC? 
00:58:00 - Gordon's Product!
https://gordonfiremark.com 
01:00:19 - Small Prompter 
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01:03:28 - THANK YOU AWESOME SUPPORTERS https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome 
01:05:22 - Live Well and Flourish.com
https://www.livewellandflourish.com 
01:06:39 - Cop Wants to Tell His Story 
01:12:17 - Switching Apple IDs and Team Podcasting 
01:16:32 - Why You need to Verify Your Hosting Account 
01:17:44 - Recording Volume and Intro Length 
01:25:16 - Amazon Rules 
01:26:08 - Table of Contents Issue 
01:28:34 - Do the Show You Want To Do 
01:33:17 - NO SHOW NEXT WEEK 
01:33:32 - Bloopers 

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