Future Forward Insights
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The Licensing Exchange Ep.2: Licensing in Motion: Steven Ekstract on the Future of Brands, Franchises & Fan Culture
From the early days of License Global to the rise of YouTube-born IP, Steven Ekstract has seen the licensing world transform. In episode 2 of The Licensing Exchange, he shares how agility, partnership, and optimism keep the industry moving forward.
Every Deal Is a Dance Ep.2: Building Change: Zubaida Bai on Engineering Empathy and Empowering Women to End Poverty
Engineer and social entrepreneur Zubaida Bai, President & CEO of Grameen Foundation, joins Mishawn Nolan to explore how empathy and alignment drive sustainable change for women worldwide in this episode of Every Deal Is a Dance.
Patenting for Inventors Ep.161: The Robots Are Coming… to Help You Patent! The Patent Office’s New Pilot Program for AI Patent Searches
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has invited AI to the patent table. In this episode of Patenting for Inventors, partner Adam Diament explains the new Automated Search Pilot Program — where artificial intelligence helps examiners identify prior art before human review.
re:invent(ed) Ep.1: Renowned Attorney Brett Ward on Reimagining Law Practice in an Era of AI and Extraordinary Change
In the debut episode of re: invent(ed), host Nick Rosenberg sits down with Brett Ward, Co-Chair of Litigation at Blank Rome LLP, to discuss what it means to reimagine a legal career in an era of AI and extraordinary change.
The Licensing Exchange Ep.1: From Garage to Global: Cindy Levitt on Building Hot Topic and the Evolution of Licensing
In the premiere of The Licensing Exchange, David Schnider and Greg Pan sit down with Cindy Levitt — former Senior VP of Licensing at Hot Topic — to explore how creative risk-taking turned niche ideas into a global licensing phenomenon.
Every Deal Is a Dance Ep.1: The Business of Being Human: Jess Weiner on Creativity, Change, and the Power of Authenticity
In the debut of Every Deal Is a Dance, host Mishawn Nolan speaks with Jess Weiner about how creativity and empathy become powerful business engines — and why staying human is your competitive edge.
Patenting for Inventors Ep.160: When Ideas Defend Themselves: The Strange Rules of Intellectual Property
When do your creative ideas gain legal protection? Patent attorney Adam Diament breaks down the surprising rules of copyright, trademark, patent, and trade secret law in this episode of Patenting for Inventors.
Patenting for Inventors Ep.159: Lululemon Sues Costco - A Fashion Lawsuit You Can’t Just Downward Dog Out Of
Lululemon is suing Costco, claiming knockoffs of its iconic activewear infringe patents, trademarks, and trade dress. In this Patenting for Inventors episode, Adam Diament explores the legal showdown between boutique brand and big-box giant.
Patenting for Inventors Ep.158: The Pre-Patent Power Play: Can I License My Invention While It’s Still Patent Pending?
Wondering whether you can license your invention before the patent is granted? In this episode, patent attorney Adam Diament unpacks the practical strategies—and legal risks—of licensing while your patent is still pending. From early cash to future royalties, here’s what’s at stake.
Patenting for Inventors Ep.154: Can AI be an Inventor? Guidance from the Patent Office
Can AI be named as an inventor on a patent? Not yet. In this episode, patent attorney Adam Diament breaks down the latest guidance from the USPTO on AI-assisted inventions. Learn what counts as a “significant human contribution,” how AI can (and can’t) support the patent process, and why proper inventorship still matters in the age of machine collaboration.
Patenting for Inventors Ep.153: Lights, Camera, Patent! 10 Celebrities You Didn’t Know Were Patent Holders
Celebrities aren’t just stars on stage and screen—they’re inventors too! From Michael Jackson’s anti-gravity shoes to Hedy Lamarr’s revolutionary technology, discover how famous figures have made their mark in the world of innovation.
Patenting for Inventors Ep.152: Can a Fancy Leg Stand on Its Own as a Trademark? The Recent Case of In re Kason
Can a metal leg stand on its own as a trademark? In In re Kason, the TTAB rejected Kason Industries' attempt to trademark its telescoping restaurant equipment leg, ruling it was too functional for trademark protection. In this episode, Partner Adam Diament explores the key differences between design patents and trademarks, the legal hurdles of trade dress protection, and why functionality plays a critical role in intellectual property law.
Patenting for Inventors Ep.141: Why I Like Phone Calls from the 571 Area Code
In this episode of the "Patenting for Inventors Podcast" Adam discusses why he gets excited when he see’s a phone call coming from the 571 area code.
Patenting for Inventors Ep.140: What is Analogous Art for Patents?
Your patent application can be rejected because your so-called invention is "obvious." But how is obviousness determined?
META This! Ep.5: Does Your Employer Own Your Invention? Take the Quiz
Adam Diament, our patent attorney, gets into it with Ted Nguyen, who specializes in entertainment law; it’s all about patent prosecution, utility patents, who owns what, and for how long.
POTENT Ep.2 Pt.2: Leading Cannabis Event Consultant Shares Game Changing Approaches
Bryan, Wendy, and Nick talk with leading cannabis consultant and policy advocate Jackie Subeck about her company, Hey Jackpot!, and her game-changing approach to planning cannabis events.
POTENT Ep.2 Pt.1: Leading Cannabis Event Consultant Shares Game Changing Approaches
Bryan, Wendy, and Nick talk with leading cannabis consultant and policy advocate Jackie Subeck about her company, Hey Jackpot!, and her game-changing approach to planning cannabis events.
POTENT Ep.1: What’s Emerging at the Intersection of Cannabis & Immersive Entertainment
Attorney's Bryan Bergman and Wendy Heimann Nunes tee-up their new podcast exploring the opportunities and challenges emerging at the intersection of Cannabis, and out-of-home and immersive experiences.