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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.

  1. 2026: One Resolution & 6 Steps: The creator business of your dreams

    3D AGO

    2026: One Resolution & 6 Steps: The creator business of your dreams

    A new year is the perfect time to choose a new way forward. In this New Year’s episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark shares why the most powerful resolution for creators isn’t about doing more—it’s about building with intention and ownership. This episode is equal parts encouragement and clarity. You’ll hear: • Why structure creates freedom • How ownership supports creativity • The shift from content creator to business owner • Why you’re not behind—you’re right on time • How to build something that lasts If you’re ready to start the year feeling confident, focused, and empowered, this episode will help you set the tone. Apply to join the Entre-Creator Mastermind! Inside, you’ll get: Strategic guidance to turn content into a scalable media enterpriseDirect feedback so you’re never building aloneAccountability that keeps momentum moving forwardSupport building the ownership, contracts, and systems that empower growth Apply now, we're starting this January! https://entre-creator.com/apply

    7 min
  2. Savvy Creators Do this before January

    12/24/2025

    Savvy Creators Do this before January

    Join Me for a FREE online workshop: How To Protect your Podcast: Easy, affordable legal strategies without expensive lawyers! Monday, January 5, 2026, 10:00am (PST) Register Now: https://podcastlaw.net The holidays are quiet for a reason, and smart creators use that time intentionally. In this Christmas episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark shares why the end of the year is the ideal moment to address the business and legal issues creators tend to postpone when things are busy. This isn’t about working harder. It’s about removing friction before the new year begins. You’ll hear: • Why unresolved issues resurface in January • What creators quietly fix during slow seasons • How clarity around ownership and relationships reduces stress • Why structure creates confidence and flexibility If you want to start the new year feeling prepared instead of behind, this episode will help you use the holidays wisely. Resources mentioned: Podcast legal forms and templates: https://PodcastLawForms.com FREE online workshop: How To Protect your Podcast: Easy, affordable legal strategies without expensive lawyers! Register Now: https://podcastlaw.net

    6 min
  3. The Creator Economy Reality Check: How To Actually Win in 2026

    12/19/2025

    The Creator Economy Reality Check: How To Actually Win in 2026

    The creator economy is maturing—and that’s not good news for everyone. In this episode of Legit Podcast Pro, Gordon Firemark breaks down who is actually winning in the creator economy heading into 2026, and why many creators who are “doing everything right” still feel stuck, squeezed, or exposed. This episode isn’t about chasing trends or beating the algorithm. It’s about understanding the structural shift that’s already underway—and deciding whether you’re prepared for it. You’ll hear: * Why the creator economy won’t punish beginners—but will punish the unprepared * The hidden difference between creators who scale and those who stall * Why legal and business issues usually appear when things start working * The danger of waiting to “get serious” later * What creators should put in place now to grow with confidence If your podcast or content brand disappeared tomorrow, would you still have a business? This episode is for podcasters, YouTubers, and creator-driven entrepreneurs who want to build something durable, professional, and worth protecting. Resources mentioned: Entre-Creator - Media Empire Building Mastermind https://entre-creator.com/apply

    8 min
  4. How to Stop Other Creators From Hijacking Your Show’s Name

    12/12/2025

    How to Stop Other Creators From Hijacking Your Show’s Name

    Most podcasters worry about someone copying their content — but the real threat is someone copying (or accidentally matching) your show’s name. When your title isn’t legally protected, other creators can release shows with names close enough to yours that listeners, sponsors, platforms, and search engines get confused. And once that confusion takes hold, your brand momentum evaporates. In this episode, Gordon Firemark, The Podcast Lawyer™, explains: • Why unprotected podcast names are vulnerable • How look- and sound- alike titles damage your audience growth and SEO • Real-world examples of podcasters forced to rebrand • The three-part “Name Safety Test” every creator should run • What to check before you invest in branding, marketing, or promotion • The steps that protect your show’s distinctive identity If your podcast name matters to you, this episode is your roadmap to keeping it under your control. Want to protect your show and avoid costly mistakes? Join the waitlist for Gordon’s next free legal training for podcasters: http://PodcastLaw.net Additional Resources: Legal Templates for Podcasters → https://PodcastLawForms.com Legal Training & DIY Setup → https://EasyLegalForPodcasters.com Join the Legit Podcast Pro Community → https://LegitPodcastPro.com

    6 min
  5. Collaborations that shouldn't be - Protect your show, protect your sanity

    12/05/2025

    Collaborations that shouldn't be - Protect your show, protect your sanity

    Most creators treat “collaboration” as a casual, friendly word. But legally? A collaboration is a partnership — with all the risk, responsibility, and liability that partnerships carry. In this episode, Gordon Firemark — The Podcast Lawyer™ — unpacks the biggest myths about collaborations and explains why so many creator relationships blow up when the paperwork doesn’t match the actual relationship. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why most projects creators call “collabs” are actually producer–talent relationships • A real cautionary tale of a show that collapsed because the parties used the wrong agreement • How collaborations legally function like partnerships, including: – joint and several liability – tax obligations – operational complexity – difficulty terminating cleanly • The difference between collaborations, partnerships, joint ventures, and co-productions • Why “no partnership or joint venture” clauses in collaborations create contradictions • The risk of relying on AI-generated contracts • When collaboration does make sense, and how to structure it safely Join the free Legit Podcast Pro community: https://legitpodcastpro.com Join the waitlist for the next Legal Protection Workshop for Podcasters: http://podcastlaw.net More creator resources: • Legal forms & templates: https://podcastlawforms.com • Training library: https://easylegalforpodcasters.com

    13 min
  6. What podcasters should be grateful for in 2025

    11/27/2025

    What podcasters should be grateful for in 2025

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    7 min
  7. Building your Media Empire, Step by Step

    11/25/2025

    Building your Media Empire, Step by Step

    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 control of your IP. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU’LL LEARN: • Why some creators level up fast while others plateau • The 5 types of creator-driven media companies • The step-by-step roadmap from flagship show to full media business • How to build assets, IP, and revenue streams that last • Why legal and business structure is the critical (and often missing) early step • How to set yourself up to add shows, build a team, create products, and scale safely LINKS AND RESOURCES: Free sample lesson (the “secret video”): http://gordonfiremark.com/levelup Easy Legal for Podcasters program: http://easylegalforpodcasters.com Podcast contracts, releases, and legal templates: http://podcastlawforms.com Join the Legit Podcast Pro community: http://legitpodcastpro.com

    16 min
  8. What to get the creator in your life. Holiday Gift Guide for podcasters, youtubers and influencers.

    11/21/2025

    What to get the creator in your life. Holiday Gift Guide for podcasters, youtubers and influencers.

    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 Gen) — https://amzn.to/47QOSPcShure MVX2U XLR→USB Interface — https://amzn.to/4r6VIYxShure MV7 USB/XLR Dynamic Mic — https://amzn.to/4oM7ypjShure SM7B — https://amzn.to/49AT2fvElgato Wave Mic Arm LP — https://amzn.to/3XCErsy📚 Books for CreatorsThe Podcast, Blog & New Media Producers’ Legal Survival Guide — https://podcastlawbook.comMake Noise (Eric Nuzum) — Audiobook: https://amzn.to/3JZcVT0 | Paperback: https://amzn.to/3X84hEAAustin Kleon Trilogy — https://amzn.to/49uSHLhBuilding a StoryBrand (Donald Miller) — https://amzn.to/3X7Lv0g 💻 Computer HardwareSamsung T7 Portable SSD — https://amzn.to/3XaIdcvMac mini (M4/M2) — https://amzn.to/43HO1hhDell XPS 15 Creator Laptop — https://amzn.to/49vvIQ5 📸 Cameras & LensesLogitech StreamCam — https://amzn.to/4rax0GFElgato Facecam 4K — https://amzn.to/3XFTsK5Sony ZV-E10 — https://amzn.to/49vJPVzCanon R100 — https://amzn.to/4ifA3t4Sigma 16mm f/1.4 (Sony) — https://amzn.to/4pmxIiiSigma 16mm f/1.4 (Canon) — https://amzn.to/4icaNDP💡 Lighting & Studio EssentialsNeewer LED 2-Pack — a href="https://amzn.to/4pktw2v" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

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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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  • Creator
    Gordon Firemark
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    172
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    © Copyright 2025 Gordon Firemark
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    Legit Podcast Pro