Podcasts

I had never thought making a Podcast could be so hard. After trying out a section of podcasting, I have realized it is kind of an art.

All elements of a good radio show, plus many more, are needed for a good Podcast. Having a good radio voice and interesting subject is not even half of the battle!

Being able to cut jingles, adjust volume, transition clearly, make clean cuts, and control content are all balanced in a good podcast. Matching jingle volume with voice adjustments can be tricky. Editing all of this, and paying attention to all the elements such as background noise, voice/music volume, clear cuts, and so on, is much more difficult than Podcasters make it seem. It is especially difficult after finishing an entire podcast, then going back through to edit the entire thing, and make sure every second is perfect. Although it can be tricky, a good podcast should sound professional, smooth, and easy, just like a radio show.

This art takes a lot of practice. I have a much higher respect for Podcasters.