Do you need permission to talk about someone on a podcast?
Get permission. This applies to music, sound effects, images, or even the sound of someone's voice. That's right… if you're interviewing someone, or have a co-host or guests on your show, you need their consent to use their voice(s) and performance(s).
Does my podcast need a disclaimer?
You have likely heard disclaimers similar to these on podcasts, in books and other mediums but a disclaimer that is specific to your show is important to protect you as the owner.
How can I legally protect my podcast?
Legally Protecting Your Podcast You should always check whether the name of your podcast is in use by anyone else, or if it's already been trademarked. If it hasn't, you'll want to trademark your name yourself. Doing this prevents brand dilution, which is important as you grow an audience and expand your reach.
Are podcasts protected by copyright?
If you can think of a topic, it probably exists as one of the millions of podcasts available in the United States. That being said, ideas are not protected by US copyright law. Additionally, facts, concepts, systems and methods of doing something are likewise not protected by copyright.
Can you say anything on a podcast?
So, generally speaking, you should avoid including anyone else's material into your podcast unless you have explicit written permission. You may think that using a line or 2 from a song is Fair Use, but those lines could be considered "substantial" to the work, meaning you are engaging in copyright infringement.
Can podcasts be sued?
Forget the old childhood taunt, “sticks and stones will break my bones but words will not hurt me.” You could get sued for libel or slander if you cause damage to someone through the words you use on your podcast or blog.
Do I own my podcast?
Your Feed is Intellectual Property Your unique podcast feed is Intellectual Property. By keeping that under your own Web domain (example.com) it remains under your ownership. If you give this URL to a third-party service, you give that control to that service.
Do I need insurance for a podcast?
If you're a content creator who makes podcasts, you should protect yourself with errors & omissions (E&O) insurance.
Can I legally Read a book on a podcast?
For example, if you take a Creative Commons licensed book and read it aloud as part of your podcast, your podcast must then be licensed under a Creative Commons license that contains the same license elements (such as Attribution, ShareAlike etc.)
Can I play a song on my podcast?
Yes! It's legal to play copyrighted music on a podcast so long as you've cleared the rights or are following Fair use.
Are podcasts regulated?
Right now in the U.S., podcasting is free from government regulation. Podcasters don't need to buy a license to broadcast their programming as radio stations do, and they don't need to conform to the Federal Communication Commission's (FCC) broadcast decency regulations.
Can I read children's books on a podcast?
Whether you're an adult, a kid, or a little bit of both, there's podcasts for children's books out there for you. For starters, try the new Book Riot podcast devoted exclusively to children's literature: KidLit These Days.
Do I need to register my podcast name?
However, it's not absolutely necessary. Just consider whether naming your podcast something completely different might end up confusing people in the end. The last thing you want to do is segment your audience or make it difficult for them to consume your awesome content!
How do you license a podcast?
Podcast Music Licensing: 4 Things You Need to Know1) Podcasts Require Sync Licenses. In order to use any copyrighted music in their show, a podcaster needs to obtain a synchronization license. ... 2) Don't Rely on Fair Use. ... 3) You Need to License Your Guests' Music. ... 4) Solutions Are on the Way.
Is a disclaimer a warning?
Disclaimers are everywhere - anytime someone is warning you of something, letting you know something for your own good, it's basically a disclaimer.
Should I use my name for podcast?
It's much more effective to choose a name that communicates what your podcast is all about so listeners know what they're getting into right away! A good example is the podcast “Serial,” based on an investigative journalism show that follows a single event in depth. You can always use your name in the show title.
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