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License Your Music

Hosted by: Jody Friedman & Michael Elsner

Hosted by Music Supervisor & Sync Agent, Jody Friedman, alongside Composer/Producer, Michael Elsner. With over 30 years combined experience in Music Licensing, and 10,000+ placements including theme songs,...

Episodes

So You Have Fans On Your Mailing List, Now What? (feat. Cheryl B. Engelhardt)

Season #1

In this episode, we meet with Cheryl B. Engelhardt from In The Key of Success to explore how you can build your fan base organically and grow your followers.Jody Friedman is a Music Supervisor for Film, TV and Ads. In...
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3 Ways to Overcome Writer's Block

Season #1

Jody discusses 3 tools you can use whenever you can't get past the creative blocks that get in your way from writing or producing your next masterpiece! Jody Friedman is a Music Supervisor for Film, TV and Ads. In...
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Music Licensing vs Music Distribution

Season #1

We've noticed confusion on whether a music distribution deal is the same as music licensing. Music distribution is the way that the music industry makes recorded music available to consumers. Music licensing is about...
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The World of Music Supervision feat. Music Supervisor, Jackie Westfall

Season #1

Jody interviews Music Supervisor Jackie Westfall about her path in music supervision and the kinds of projects she works on. Jackie Westfall has worked on hit TV shows such as 9-1-1, 9-1-1 Lone Star, Panic, Pose,...
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Licensing Your Music for Film Festivals featuring Derek Horne

Season #1

Did you know that most Filmmakers start their journey by submitting their films to Film Festivals? And did you know that they need music from independent artists?! Film Festivals need to license the music they use in...
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3 Reasons to Record Cover Songs

Season #1

Don't let “taboo” keep you from recording songs by other artists. There are many reasons why you should be recording covers of other peoples’ music. Recording covers can also be a smart thing to do if you want to...
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How To Become a Music Supervisor

Season #1

Being a music supervisor isn't all that it seems - Jody goes over what it takes to become a music supervisor and whether it's the right career path for you. Jody Friedman is a Music Supervisor for Film, TV and Ads. In...
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Carving Out Your Own Path in Sync (featuring Kristina Benson)

Season #1

There are so many paths that you can choose when entering into Sync and licensing. On License Your Music Podcast,  Jody interviews Licensing Rep & Publisher, Kristina Benson to discuss important questions to ask...
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From Zero to 20+ Syncs a Year (feat. LYM Alumnus & Producer, Theo Seidmon)

Season #1

Jody interviews License Your Music alumnus and Music Producer, Theo Seidmon to discuss how Theo went from zero to over 20 Syncs a year! Theo Seidmon is a music producer and a songwriter who has seen a growing success...
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What is the Difference between a Sync Agent & a Music Supervisor?

Season #1

There are BIG differences between sync agents and music supervisors. We talk about why it's important to know them. In the world of Sync and Licensing the job title, “music supervisor” and “sync agent” often comes up....
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Why Collaborating Is So Important

Season #1

As an artist, it can take a while to realize how many people are involved in making a piece of music. Collaborating with other artists, producers and lyricists can not only help you to achieve your goal as a musician,...
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Sync, Artist Development & Music Business Challenges (featuring Rachel Komar)

Season #1

Jody interviews Music Licensing Rep & Artist Advocate, Rachel Komar to get her take on today's Music Business challenges and how to overcome struggles artists have to deal with. Jody Friedman is a Music Supervisor...
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