If you’re new to podcasting it's hard to know what 'good' audio sounds like. But understanding this is essential if you want your podcast episodes to sound their bestThe challenge? It's not necessarily something you'll recognise straight away because you have to train your ear.In this episode, I share how to build that skill, from essential listening habits to editing techniques that will make your show sound seamless.Whether you’re editing your own episodes or just want to recognise quality when you hear it, these tips will help you spot (and fix) audio issues before they cost you listeners.What you’ll learn:How to train your ear through active listeningWhy listening to a wide range of quality podcasts accelerates your skillsHow to notice the details you like (and dislike) so you can apply them to your own showWhat makes a bad edit and how to avoid itHow to spot “obvious” edits and why they break immersionWhy over‑editing is as bad as under-editingThe importance of listening to audio around the spot where you're editingThe importance of spaceHow to use natural pauses, breaths and silence to keep your edit sounding naturalWhy cutting too tightly can make your podcast feel rushed and roboticThe most common beginner mistakes and how to avoid themWhy distracted editing always leads to missed errorsThe risks of editing while multitasking Why a final “just listening” pass is non‑negotiableTools and techniques that will help you improve your editsHow to use breath and silence files to smooth transitionsLeveraging AI tools like Adobe Enhance (without over‑processing your voice)Listening critically to your own edits with eyes closed to focus on the soundWhy editing well is worth the effortGood audio builds trust and keeps listeners engagedEven small improvements in editing can make your show sound dramatically betterEPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Download my free podcasting guideCheck out my online podcasting course, PodSchoolClick here to submit a question to the showEmail me: [email protected] me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out my blog or the PodSchool website.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation....

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