Ridiculous History The Ridiculous History of Intellectual Property, Part 1: The Ancient Past
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Aug 15, 2023 Explore the ridiculous history of intellectual property, from its ancient origins to modern times. Discover the delicate balance between protecting IP and fostering creativity, the importance of copyright laws, and the early beginnings of IP protection in the United States. The hosts also discuss intriguing topics like patent trolls, local influencers, and Eric Andre's 'Bombing with Eric Andre' podcast.
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The $54 Million Pants
- Ben describes a litigious judge who sued a dry cleaner for $54 million over lost pants.
- The judge's emotional testimony during the case led to him losing his job.
Frisbee Fury
- Ben recalls receiving a cease and desist letter for using the term "Frisbee."
- The company that owns the trademark is strict about its usage.
Generic Trademarks
- Ubiquitous trademarks like "Xerox" and "Frisbee" often become generic terms.
- This makes it difficult to enforce trademark rights, even with legal action.