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Episode Notes
What does it take to survive in the entertainment industry for over four decades?
This week on The Weird Canadian, Cody sits down with Brimstone, a true Renaissance man who went from child acting on Sesame Street to taking bumps in pro wrestling rings, to building The Grindhouse Radio into a syndicated podcast empire with millions of weekly listeners.
Brimstone shares the brutal truth about what it takes to build a lasting legacy. We dive deep into why every creator MUST own their trademark, the looming threat (and opportunity) of AI in entertainment, and the stark difference between a viral social media influencer and a real, grinding entertainer.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, a creator, or just someone trying to find your lane, Brimstone's 40 years of experience is the reality check you need.
Topics Covered:
• The "Expressway of Lanes" career strategy
• Why actors don't own their brands (and why you need a trademark)
• The AI Arena show and the future of digital likeness
• Real entertainers vs. fake social media influencers
• A legendary backstage story about Stan Lee
Links Mentioned in this Episode:
• Watch the video version on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mKa8EJlMr-I
• Check out Brimstone's Autobiography & Projects: https://www.therealbrimstone.com/
• The Grindhouse Radio: https://www.thegrindhouseradio.com/
• Listen to Dana Pereira's Loreplay Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5iuDw8h8GfBfNOP6tpvwFO
• Stan Lee Presents Legacy Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@StanLeeUniverse/podcasts
• Brush Brigade Animated Series: https://brushbrigade.com/
• Chris Notarile / Blinky Productions: https://www.youtube.com/user/Blinky500
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