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This Thanksgiving, we’re diving into the world of intellectual property and recipes. Can chefs own their culinary creations? Can a recipe be copyrighted? From Turducken trademarks to creative cookbooks, we’re discussing the legal side of your favorite holiday dishes. Tune in to The Briefing’s milestone 200th episode with Scott Hervey and Tara Sattler for all the tasty legal details.
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