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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