You Get a Lawsuit! And You Get a Lawsuit! | Oprah's Trademark Games (H&H | 8-11-22)
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.
Key Points
- The podcast explores the legal battle between Oprah Winfrey's company, Harpo Inc., and the creators of the "Oprahdemics" podcast over alleged trademark infringement and dilution of Oprah's brand.
- Harpo Inc. is suing the podcast for using Oprah's name without permission, claiming it misleads consumers and harms the brand, although the company has stated they do not seek monetary damages or to shut down the podcast, only a name change.
- The "Oprahdemics" podcast, backed by Roulette Productions, is described as a journalistic exploration by history professors who are longtime fans of Oprah, focusing on her cultural impact, with the production company expressing willingness to resolve the issue.
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