“How I Negotiate Multi-Million Dollar Deals Without Giving Up Ownership”
Amy Oraefo: The Entertainment Lawyer Rewriting the Rules | Afropolitan Podcast

From Atlanta to Lagos, entertainment attorney Amy Oraefo is helping creatives protect their power, scale their brands, and build businesses that last.

In this episode, Amy takes us inside multi-million dollar negotiations, the mistakes artists make with their IP, and what it takes to succeed as a Black woman in entertainment law. She shares her journey from trained dancer to top-tier lawyer, her experiences working across two continents, and why every artist must understand how money flows in their industry.

We also break down the cultural differences between doing business in Nigeria vs. America, the future of African music publishing, and get candid about modern dating dynamics.

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CHAPTERS
00:00 – Introduction & Copyright Reality Check
02:12 – Amy’s Journey: From Dance Dreams to Entertainment Law
07:25 – Multi-Million Dollar Negotiations: The 18-Month Battle
11:13 – Biggest Mistakes Creatives Make with Their IP
14:24 – Navigating Africa & America: Cultural Differences
16:40 – Music Publishing Challenges in Nigeria
22:32 – The Power of Niche Markets: Nigeria’s 225 Million Opportunity
25:42 – Protecting the Fort: Working with Earn Your Leisure
28:36 – Entrepreneurship vs. Law: Balancing Risk & Compliance
39:44 – Misconceptions About Entertainment Lawyers
42:08 – Accountability & Copyright Enforcement Differences
42:47 – Rapid Fire: Power Outfits, Emojis & Guilty Pleasures
46:51 – Modern Dating Dynamics: Standards & Accountability
57:52 – Career Impact on Dating: The Double-Edged Sword
01:03:05 – Defining Success: Autonomy & Freedom
01:03:42 – Whose Story We Want to Hear Next

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