Publishing Rights

Tips & Tricks

Don’t steal other people’s content. If a host mentions content from someone else then they should give credit to them. You can also put a link to the source in the show notes.Be aware of privacy law. Not every private conversation is okay to discuss on your podcast, especially if it involves sharing personal information others want to keep private. It may also apply to anecdotes involving other people in stories. If unsure, try changing personal information by using pseudonyms and altering locations and dates.

Burning Question

What is a release form? This is a written document that gives you control over your content. Maybe a guest wasn’t happy with an interview and editing or later demands payment. A release form, signed before any recording, documents that your guest agreed that you decide how the content is edited, published and promoted.

Common Mistake

Can I record phone calls? The rules around this vary by country and sometimes state or region, so check your local laws. It’s good practice, and often required, to inform a person beforehand if you’re going to record a call and use it in a podcast.