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EPISODE · Mar 6, 2026 · 2 MIN

What Kind of Music Can I Use in My Podcast?

from The Podcasting for Business Q and A Show · host Megan Dougherty

There’s one shortcut with podcasting that just isn’t worth the risk. Using copyrighted music, clips or images. It might feel harmless - until it isn’t. A safer approach: Avoid licensed material you don’t own Use royalty-free or properly licensed assets Keep records of anything you didn’t create yourself Protecting your show also means protecting your reputation and your access to platforms. When it comes to copyright, playing it safe is always the smart move. What assets are you currently using in your podcast? And do you know where they came from?

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There’s one shortcut with podcasting that just isn’t worth the risk. Using copyrighted music, clips or images. It might feel harmless - until it isn’t. A safer approach: Avoid licensed material you don’t own Use royalty-free or properly...

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