WIPODs – WIPO Podcasts on Intellectual Property
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Intellectual Property and the Music Industry
August 21, 2026
Dr Hayleigh Bosher, author of the above book and host of the podcast Whose Song Is It Anyway?, is a refreshingly transparent creative industries legal expert who works in academia, the music industry, and helps inform policy in government. She cuts to the point in a no-fluff way, offers practical advice, and her perspective is always inclusive and advocates for creatives. She's the go to source of knowledge and advice for music-makers, music industry organizations and policymakers on all things law and policy relating to the creative industries. Hayleigh is a Reader in Intellectual Property Law at Brunel University of London, where she also leads the IP Pro Bono service. Read transcript.
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Stories of How Innovation Through Design Impacts Daily Life
DEcember 22, 2025
What makes a design unforgettable, and can it change your life? In this episode, WIPO professionals share stories of how everyday products with innovative designs improved their routines, sparked joy, and made a lasting impact in their lives. Their stories highlight the powerful role design plays in solving problems, bringing beauty to our world, and enhancing our quality of life. Read transcript.
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Episode 10 – Birth of the Madrid Protocol
June 11, 2024
Close up on the driving forces behind the development of the Madrid Protocol – the governing treaty of the Madrid System. Read transcript.
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Episode 14 – AI, Intellectual Property, and Alternative Dispute Resolution: Finding Creative Solutions
February 27, 2026
In this episode of the WIPO Arbitration and Mediation Matters podcast, we welcome Andres Izquierdo, an expert working at the intersection of law, technology, and innovation. With experience advising governments, international organizations, and tech companies, Andres shares his professional journey from working in Colombia's music industry and Sony Music to founding his own specialized firm and serving as counsel to the Program on Information Justice and Intellectual Property at the American University and the Geneva Graduate Institute.
The episode explores the four core disputes emerging between AI platforms and copyright holders—from unauthorized use of copyrighted works for training AI systems to fair use defences and the creation of derivative works. With at least 70 lawsuits currently pending worldwide, Andres examines a groundbreaking case: the Disney-OpenAI deal, a billion-dollar strategic partnership that transformed potential litigation into collaboration by licensing over 200 characters in exchange for equity. This case exemplifies how alternative dispute resolution, particularly mediation, offers faster, more flexible, and creative solutions compared to traditional court battles. The conversation also highlights the benefits of ADR in the AI context—including confidentiality, expertise, speed, and tailored solutions—and concludes with practical advice for aspiring IP practitioners navigating the AI era in an increasingly cross-border legal landscape. Read transcript.
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