Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Ending Podcast Partnerships (The Right Way)

Co-host splits happen. Here’s how to end a podcast partnership without losing your name, your feed, or your audience. Gordon Firemark walks through an ownership audit, a clean exit decision tree, the step-by-step process for transferring accounts and IP, how to settle money fairly, and the documents you’ll need. Plus, how a Podcast Prenup™ prevents drama in the first place.

You’ll Learn:

1. Why podcast partnerships break down
2. Who owns the show name, feed, and episodes
3. Paths to exit: assignment + buyout, retire, spin-off, or license
4. The communications plan for listeners and sponsors
5. Separation agreement + IP assignment checklist
6. How to avoid problems with a Podcast Prenup™

Links:

1. Podcast Prenup™ Planning Guide + Co-Host Agreement: http://podcastprenup.com
2. Easy Legal for Podcasters: https://easylegalforpodcasters.com
3. Free sample lesson: http://gordonfiremark.com/levelup
4. Legal templates for podcasters: https://podcastlawforms.com

Disclaimer: Educational only, not legal advice.