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Pondering Thoughts PodcastAuthor: K. Wilkes
Pondering Thoughts Podcast is a captivating podcast for curious minds. Hosted by K. Wilkes, each episode is crafted with care to provide you with engaging stories, thought-provoking insights, and occasional interviews to satiate the hungry minds of curious individuals. From themes in literature to cultural phenomena and everything in between Pondering Thoughts Podcast will delve into a myriad of topics that will leave you endlessly curious.So get ready to embark on an adventure of stimulating conversations that will leave you pondering long after each episode ends. Language: en-us Genres: Arts, Books, Philosophy, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Legal Must-Knows for Content Creators: Protect Your Brand, Likeness, and IP with Attorney Samantha Bradshaw
Episode 6
Thursday, 11 December, 2025
In this episode, host K. Wilkes and legal expert Samantha Bradshaw break down the legal essentials every content creator should understand. They tackle common misconceptions—like thinking an LLC provides trademark protection—and clarify the core pillars of intellectual property: trademarks, copyrights, and patents. Samantha explains how copyright protection is automatic, why registration matters, and how tools like batch filings, contracts, and media releases help creators protect their content and likeness online.They also explore the challenges of AI-generated content, the importance of knowing the difference between state and federal laws, and practical ways creators can proactively safeguard their work. Samantha shares insights from building her virtual law firm and highlights the value of strong support systems when navigating entrepreneurship—including why teaching your team copyright basics can reduce legal costs.If you’re interested in connecting with Samantha for masterminds, membership groups, or local business circles—where she offers educational support on business and intellectual property law—please refer to the Guest Info below.Packed with actionable tips, this conversation helps creators build a strong, legally sound foundation for their brand.Chapters02:00 Demystifying Legal Practices for Content Creators14:12 Understanding Intellectual Property and Common Mistakes17:13 Defining Intellectual Property: Trademarks, Copyrights, and Patents22:17 Navigating Copyright Protection and Registration26:34 Protecting Content in the Age of AI28:15 Navigating Copyright Challenges30:57 Understanding Watch Services for Content Protection34:55 The Public Nature of Likeness and Content Ownership39:40 The Importance of Contracts in Content Creation43:10 Creating Effective Guest Release Agreements52:45 Navigating Legal Challenges in Podcasting53:20 Essential Protections for Podcasters54:55 Setting Goals for Your Podcast56:54 Balancing SEO and Trademarking58:51 Creating Trademarkable Brand Names01:00 Leveraging Intellectual Property for Growth01:02 Closing Thoughts - Building a Strong Foundation for Your BrandGuest InfoSamantha Bradshaw is a business attorney and the founder of InLine Legal. With a background as the Senior Foreign of Counsel for a multinational law firm in Beirut, Lebanon, she has a unique perspective on cross-border business and a life-by-design approach. Working from anywhere there's internet, Samantha is on a mission to empower a new generation of entrepreneurs by anti-gatekeeping legal information and showing them how to build a business that supports their life, not the other way around. She’s here to talk about how a collaborative, no-nonsense approach to intellectual property can help you create lasting value and build a brand you actually own.ResourcesInLine Legal websiteInstagramYouTubeLinkedInLike what you heard? Share with others and follow us @ponderingthoughtspodcast Instagram
