Podcasts are growing businesses. Without a written agreement, disputes over brand ownership, ad revenue, and future use of recordings can be costly. The podcast name and back catalogue can be valuable assets.

• Copyright in each episode vests in the creator — joint works are co-owned
• The podcast name may be a trade mark — register early
• Ad revenue and sponsorship split should be defined upfront
• GDPR applies if listeners submit personal data
• Spotify/Apple distribution: one account holder owns the relationship

Legal reference: Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988; Trade Marks Act 1994