Copyright Law and Popular Concern

The podcast episode delves into the remarkable interest and concern people have shown in copyright law, particularly the fair use doctrine. It explores how the threat of spurious copyright challenges to online content has made fair use a matter of popular concern. The episode discusses how copyright disputes are typically resolved out of court, relying on industry self-regulation, and the impact of corporate policy, such as that of Google, on copyright disputes. It highlights the challenges faced by content creators trying to exercise their fair use rights and the prevalence of flagrant copyright violations on platforms like YouTube.