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You Get a Lawsuit! And You Get a Lawsuit! | Oprah's Trademark Games (H&H | 8-11-22)


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In this episode, Richard Hoeg and guest Kirk delve into various topics including the lawsuit involving Oprah's company, the exploration of science fiction planets and moons, and understanding the limits of one's knowledge through Star Trek and Star Wars. They also discuss the Warhammer Canon, critique series like "Picard" and "Strange New Worlds", and examine the branding and legal position of Oprah Demicks. Further, they compare the roles of attorneys and litigators, discuss the controversy between Elon Musk and Twitter, and clarify the difference between the terms attorney and lawyer. Richard also shares his upcoming schedule and plans for the podcast. The episode concludes with a discussion on the Live vs PGA Tour case.
(0:00) Introduction and Casual Friday banter
(1:03) Discussion about Oprah's company's lawsuit and its implications
(14:18) Science fiction planets and moons
(20:35) Understanding that you don't know everything: A look at Star Trek and Star Wars
(25:04) Warhammer Canon and Games Workshop's licensing regimes
(27:59) Criticism and recommendations of series: "Picard" and "Strange New Worlds"
(33:24) The branding and legal position of Oprah Demicks
(54:09) Richard Hoeg: Making the podcast cheaper by conceding facts
(1:01:10) Richard Hoeg: Comparing the roles of attorneys and litigators
(1:03:26) Richard Hoeg: The Elon Musk versus Twitter controversy and potential outcomes
(1:07:35) Discussion on the difference between the terms attorney and lawyer
(1:10:27) The use of "Esquire" in the legal profession and its implications
(1:13:19) Richard's upcoming schedule and plans for the podcast
(1:15:13) Discussion on the Live vs PGA Tour case
(1:16:33) Wrap up and closing remarks
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