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Fox on Podcasting

Fox on Podcasting: Gordon Firemark on iTunes Changes and AI in Podcasting

Sometimes, you just have to go meta. After having recorded, produced, hosted, and guested on over 5,000 podcasts, Tom Fox decided it was time for a podcast about what else—podcasting.

In this podcast series, Tom will visit podcast hosts to learn about their love of podcasting, what they have achieved through podcasting, and why you need to consider starting your podcast. Fun, witty, and chatty, with a dash of joie de vivre, this series will be entertaining and educational.

Join Tom Fox as he explores the world of podcasting, and get ready to be inspired to start your podcast.

In this episode, Tom visits Gordon Firemark, the podcast lawyer, to discuss the changes in iTunes measurements and the use of AI in compliance.

Gordon Firemark is a highly skilled entertainment lawyer with expertise in the podcasting, filmmaking, theater, and television industries. He sees artificial intelligence (AI) as a valuable tool in content creation, specifically in streamlining processes and generating ideas for podcast episodes.

However, he does not advocate for relying solely on AI, emphasizing the need for human creativity and oversight. Firemark also acknowledges the legal complexities of AI-generated content, such as copyright protection and infringement issues.

His extensive legal background has shaped his viewpoint because he is aware of AI’s potential and consequences, particularly in tasks like legal research or content creation, where he thinks AI should complement rather than replace human capabilities.

Key Highlights:

  • AI Chat GPT for Podcast Content Creation
  • AI Regulations: California’s Proactive Stance and Challenges
  • iTunes Changes
  • Enhancing Accessibility Through Captions
  • Empowering Creatives with Legal Knowledge Courses

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Compliance and AI

Compliance and AI – Gordon Firemark on AI & ChatGPT for Podcasters

What is the role of Artificial Intelligence in compliance? What about Machine Learning? Are you using ChatGPT? These questions are but three of the many questions we will explore in this exciting new podcast series, Compliance and AI. Hosted by Tom Fox, the award-winning Voice of Compliance, this podcast will look at how AI will impact compliance programs into the next decade and beyond. If you want to find out why the future is now, join Tom Fox on this journey to the frontiers of AI.

AI is becoming increasingly prevalent in the creative industry, and with it comes a range of legal implications. Tom Fox and Gordon Firemark recently discussed the legal implications of AI and how it can be used to create deceptive and misleading content on their podcast, Absolutely!

Tom and Gordon believe that creatives should be fairly compensated for their work and that children should be taught about the business side of art. As Tom puts it, “If someone creates something of value, they should receive fair compensation for it.” They also advocate for exposing children to different ideas and lifestyles.

AI has the potential to create deep fake videos and audio, which can be difficult to distinguish from the real thing. This technology has the potential to be used to create deceptive and misleading content, which could have legal implications. For instance, the Federal Trade Commission has rules and other regulations that come into play when dealing with false advertising issues at a state level.

Additionally, intellectual property issues can arise when AI is used to summarize a book, as the courts and Copyright Office have stated that AI-generated material is not copyrightable. The recent Supreme Court ruling in the Andy Warhol Foundation versus Lynn Goldsmith case found that the use of the photograph was not transformative enough and was commercial in nature, thus the photographer had a valid copyright claim.

Tom and Gordon are both planning to attend Podcast Movement in Denver in late August. Gordon and another podcasting attorney named Lindsay Bowen will be presenting together on either a contract tear down or a mock negotiation of a deal for creatives. The panel will discuss common legal issues that need to be negotiated and worked out in those kinds of deals.

AI is a powerful and effective tool, but it is important to be aware of the potential legal implications that come with it. Creatives should be fairly compensated for their work and children should be exposed to different ideas and lifestyles. For more information on AI and the legal implications, make sure to check out Tom and Gordon’s presentation at Podcast Movement in Denver.

Key Highlights

·      AI and Chat GPT

·      AI and Copyright Issues

·      Fair Compensation for Creatives

·      Legal Issues in Art

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FCPA Compliance Report

FCPA Compliance Report: Gordon Firemark – Defending Creative Rights: Protecting Podcasts from AI & GPT

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest running podcast in compliance. In this episode, Tom welcomes back the Lawyer to Podcasters – Gordon Firemark.

With the increasing prevalence of AI and Chat GPT technologies in the podcasting world, legal implications must be addressed. Tom and Gordon discuss potential legal issues, such as AI accessing private information and Chat GPT generating false information. To further this discussion, Firemark will be presenting at Podcast Movement 2023 on the importance of protecting freedom of expression in the arts. It is essential for creatives to understand their rights and obligations, as well as the potential impact of AI and Chat GPT on their work, to ensure they are fairly compensated for their creative efforts. This podcast episode provides valuable insight into the changing dynamics of the podcasting world and the need for creatives to remain informed.

Key Highlights

·      AI and Chat GPT

·      AI and Copyright Issues

·      Fair Compensation for Creatives

·      Legal Issues in Art

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Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer

Welcome to the award-winning FCPA Compliance Report, the longest-running podcast in compliance. In this episode, I am joined by Gordon Firemark, the Podcast Lawyer. Gordon is a Los Angeles lawyer and the Gordon Firemark Law Firm founder. He teaches Media Law. He also hosts the podcast Entertainment Law Update. During this podcast, Gordon and Tom discussed the spike of defamation claims brought against podcasters in 2022 and the cross-media pollination between the podcast and TV/film industries. Gordon then spoke about ChatGPT, a hot-button issue, bringing up issues around copyright and the training material related to visual, audio, and textual elements. Additionally, Gordon offered a teaser of his presentation at Podcast Movement-Evolutions.

Key Highlights

The Influence of Podcasts on Content Creators and Media Production [00:05:08]

Legal Issues in the Entertainment and Design Industries [00:09:18]

The Impact of Chat GPT in 2023 [00:13:03]

Legal Implications of Podcasting [00:16:59]

Hiring a Lawyer for Your Creative Business [00:20:49]

 Notable Quotes

1.     “Let’s once more into the breach, dear friends.”

2.     “2022 really was sort of the year of the defamation cases.”

3.     “TV and film producers are finding inspiration in podcasts they’re listening to.”

4.     “It’s not just chat GPT, but the AI, in general, has become a hot-button issue here in the first quarter of 20 23 when we’re recording this.”

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Podfest Expo 2023 – Gordon Firemark – The Podcast Lawyer

In this episode of the PodfestExpo 2023 Preview Podcasts series, I visit with Gordon Firemark, founder of the Law Offices of Gordon Firemark, which provides legal services to the podcast industry. Additionally, he podcasts at the Entertainment Law Update. We discuss his presentation at PodfestExpo and why you need a pre-nuptial agreement for your podcast. Some of the issues we tackle in this podcast are:

  • You need to take care of the legal side of your podcast.
  • Get your legal issues in order early for sustained growth.
  • Why attending PodfestExpo will help you to be educated, informed, inspired, and most importantly it is FUN.

I hope you can join me at PodfestExpo 2023 hosted by Podfest Global. This year’s event will be January 26-29, 2023 at the Renaissance Orlando at Seaworld in Orlando, Florida. The line-up of this year’s event is simply first-rate with some of the top names in podcasting.

Podfest Expo is a community of people who are interested in and passionate about sharing their voice and message with the world through the powerful mediums of audio and video. We’re proud to unite as many people as possible to learn, get inspired, and grow better together.

 PodfestExpo is so much more than just a mere conference. While we pride ourselves on featuring the most engaging speakers, exciting topics, and in-depth content, the thing that sets PodfestExpo event apart from all others is the tight-knit community we’ve been building since 2013. You don’t just attend a Podfest event – you become part of the Podfest family.

 Whether you’re new to podcasting or a veteran podcaster looking to innovate and improve your podcast, our easy-to-understand Conference Topics allow you to customize a daily agenda based on what you’re most interested in learning. No matter your skill level or experience, PodfestExpo 2023 has plenty to offer!

 I hope you can join me at the event. For information on the event, click here. As an extra benefit to listeners of this podcast, Podfest Expo is offering a discount on the registration price. Enter discount code Fox10.

 PodfestExpo 2023 is a production of Podfest Global, which is the sponsor of this podcast series.

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FCPA Compliance Report

Gordon Firemark on Legal Developments in Podcasting


In this episode of the FCPA Compliance Report, I am joined by Gordon Firemark from the Firemark Law Firm. Gordon was one of the first lawyers working on the legal side of podcasting. He returns to update us about legal developments in the world of podcasting, how the podcast market has developed and what is new at Firemark Law. Highlights of this podcast include:

  1. What’s new in the legal world for podcasters?
  2. What are the key legal risks podcasters need to think about?
  3. How have you seen the podcast market develop?
  4. Where do you see the market going?
  5. What’s new at Firemark Law?

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Compliance and Coronavirus

Gordon Firemark on Force Majeure


Welcome to the newest addition to the Compliance Podcast Network, Compliance and Coronavirus. As the Voice of Compliance, I wanted to start a podcast which will help to bring both clarity and sanity to the compliance practitioner and compliance profession during this worldwide health and healthcare crisis. In this episode, I am joined by Los Angeles entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark. We explore the force majeure clause which appears in almost every contract, how it works and what you need to do for invoke it.
Check out the Law Offices of Gordon Firemark website here.
Check out the Firemark Enterprises website here.
For additional reading see Gordon’s blog post A new look at the old standard ‘Force Majeure’ clause
This podcast is sponsored by SAI Global. To learn how you can protect your business operations and workforce during these uncertain times, visit saiglobal.com/risk for free resources, expert guidance, and industry-leading technology.