Reading is Fundamental Ep 15: The Taylor Swift Takeback

December 14, 2023
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Check out the latest episode of Reading is Fundamental. Get ready for an intriguing and sassy lesson in law from our legal eagles extraordinaire, the sensationally sexy legal duo, none other than Dextra DeNovo and Blue Bailey! Only on this exclusive podcast do listeners get a podcast where you go nose-deep into news and entertainment law, all served with a fabulous LGBTQ+ spin. In these trying times, we need all the legal wisdom our Queer fam and gender-nonconforming siblings have to offer. So, everyone, zip those lips and perk up those pricks… I mean ears – class is in session, babes! Presented by Fleshbot!

Hey Good Judies! Your favorite gay attorneys are back and we’re talking all things Taylor Swift and her push to reclaim her copyrights — plus a look at the continuing legacy of songwriter Dolly Parton. And an update to the Florida Drag ban, in a surprise twist the Supreme Court refused to hear an an appeal! They explain that a law criminalizing bringing a youth to adult entertainment, including drag shows, was challenged in court. The Supreme Court ultimately ruled against the state, stating that the law was too vague and that drag shows were not necessarily pornographic. The hosts express surprise at this decision, given the conservative nature of some justices. They mention that Hamburger Mary's, a chain of restaurants known for drag shows, was the plaintiff in the case and argued that the law was overbroad and ambiguous. This episode is important as it highlights the importance of protecting free speech and the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. It also sheds light on the legal process and the potential impact of court decisions on these issues.

The duo also discuss their Thanksgiving experiences. Blue Bailey shares his Thanksgiving story of visiting Nashville and enjoying a family-style dinner at Monell's restaurant, while Dexter De Novo spent Thanksgiving at a friend's house and fell in love with the pecan pie. They also discuss the horror movie Thanksgiving and its campy and killer nature.

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POD CHAPTERS:

00:15 - Thanksgiving horror movie review
15:11 - Florida drag band update
22:26 - Taylor Swift's music rights
27:29 - Taylor's rerecording journey
38:38 - Dolly Parton's publishing rights
43:52 - Dolly's impact and COVID contribution

Quick Notes:

What did Dexter De Novo and Blue Bailey do during Thanksgiving?
Dexter De Novo went to visit his sister in Nashville, while Blue Bailey went to visit Sean's sister in Nashville and had dinner together.

What was the outcome of the Florida Drag ban case?
The law was overturned by a judge, but the decision was challenged and ultimately upheld by the Supreme Court.

Why did Taylor Swift decide to rerecord her songs?
Taylor Swift decided to rerecord her songs because she did not own the rights to the masters and they were sold to someone she despised.

Who owns the rights to Taylor Swift's music?
Taylor Swift owns the composition rights to her music, but not the rights to the masters.

What are publishing rights in the music industry?
Publishing rights refer to the exclusive right to control the use of a song's composition.

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About the Show:

Reading is Fundamental is the podcast and YouTube channel where your favorite gay attorneys Dextra DeNovo and Blue Bailey talk about and break down legal issues related to the entertainment industry. Our goal is to provide education to independent content creators through the lens of our lives, particularly our love of Drag Race! Which is why this podcast is called Reading is Fundamental.....Cause you need to read your damn contracts!