🌴129. Cookie controversy

Hey, thanks for jumping in today. I’m sharing some reflections from my 9-year wedding anniversary weekend—and how a random cookie run led me into one of Australia’s biggest copyright controversies. What happens when a viral baker is accused of copying recipes from a best-selling cookbook author? And what does this mean for those of us who share ideas for a living?What I cover in this episode:A shoutout to Spicers Balfour Hotel in Brisbane (amazing food, rooftop views, 10/10 vibes)The story behind Brookie’s Bakehouse and her massive TikTok-fuelled successThe plagiarism controversy between Brookie’s cookbook and Nagi from RecipeTin EatsWhat I saw when I visited Brookie’s Bakehouse this weekThe tension between inspiration vs. imitation in creative workHow idea protection gets blurrier in a world of AI and infinite remixingWhy I personally don’t stress too much about people copying my ideas (and what I do instead)A reminder: Trolls on the internet are loud, but community still mattersFinal verdict: The Nutella cookie? Worth it.Resources / mentions:RecipeTin EatsBrookie’s Bakehouse (multiple locations)“Finite and Infinite Games” by James P. Carse“The Infinite Game” by Simon SinekSign up for free for my best articles every week: Work Fame.Show notes for every episode at https://podcast.leannehughes.comP.S. Ready to take things up a level? Here are some ways I can help:Watch My 2025 Speaker Reel: Let's energise your next event.Get My Book: Design your workshops fast using The 2-Hour Workshop Blueprint. Let's connect on all the channels:Leanne Hughes on LinkedInLeanne Hughes on InstagramVisit my website: leannehughes.comEmail me: [email protected] you like to deliver your own private podcast feed to your audience? Sign up for a free trial today at Hello Audio.