Are Nonsense Memes The New Punk Rock?

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Who ‘owns’ the rights to a new wave of anarchic AI-generated characters? Has a Hollywood super-agent bought his way onto the Bestseller list? What is Marina Hyde’s new project? A key character in the world of the ‘Italian brainrot’ meme universe has become the unlikely centre of a fierce legal battle. Can you copyright an AI-generated character, and what are the consequences? Last month, Marina left The Guardian after 25 years as a columnist. She reveals exclusively on the podcast what she’s doing next, and why. Hollywood super-agent Ari Emanuel has published a buzzy memoir - and is facing accusations that he’s been bulk ordering copies himself. Can you buy your way to becoming a Bestselling author? Always On is home to Marina’s original writing and YouTube show. Each week she’ll be covering politics, culture, sport, media and more. It’s free to subscribe now on marinahyde.com and YouTube The Rest is Entertainment is brought to you by Octopus Energy, Britain's most awarded energy supplier. Sponsored by Lloyds. Learn how to avoid scams and protect yourself. See how Darkhorse Anti-Fraud Technology helps keep you safe from fraud. Search Lloyds protect yourself from fraud.  Join The Rest Is Entertainment Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus content, ad-free listening, early access to Q&A episodes, access to our newsletter archive, discounted book prices with our partners at Coles Books, early ticket access to live events, and access to our chat community. Sign up directly at ⁠⁠therestisentertainment.com ⁠⁠ For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to ⁠⁠www.goalhanger.com ⁠⁠ Video Editor: Adam Thornton & Caroline Kaye Assistant Producer: Imee Marriott  Senior Producer: Joey McCarthy  Social Producer: Emma Jackson Exec Producer: Ami Bennett  Filmed at ⁠⁠www.westdigitalstudios.com⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices