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Podcast Editors Mastermind

Podcast Editors Mastermind

Von: Steve Stewart Mark Deal
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Do you like podcast editing? Are you a Podcast Editor or want to be a Podcast Editor? This is the show for you. It's for Podcast Editors, by Podcast Editors. We mastermind topics with your peers, industry leaders, and talk about podcast editing as a career or serious side-hustle. Follow the show, get involved in the Podcast Editors Club Facebook group, and stay in touch with the latest events and news through the newsletter at https://www.PodcastEditorAcademy.com/newsletter. When you're ready, consider joining us in the Podcast Editor Academy! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy© Podcast Editor Academy Politik & Regierungen
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  • Top 5 Things Our Clients Should Stop Focusing on (And Things They Should)

    Top 5 Things Our Clients Should Stop Focusing on (And Things They Should)
    Jul 8 2026
    #130: Podcasters should STOP focusing on the wrong things - and put that time and effort into the right things.Our panel discusses several things we see our clients doing that could be better spent in areas that will make their shows more successful.Do you agree with the Top 5 Things we shared? We certainly didn't agree with each other...why should you? 😁Key moments:(03:36) Stop Chasing AI & Video Views(06:16) Beyond Downloads and Video Stress(08:36) Video Engagement vs. Audio Depth(12:49) Video’s Flexibility and Challenges(17:32) Rethinking Episode Descriptions & Titles(21:50) Beware of Low-Cost CPM Ads(28:01) Editing Transcripts for Discovery by AI(35:36) Be Memorable and Entertaining(43:02) Analytics Over Downloads(45:52) Intentional Replays & SEO(49:24) Clarifying Your Podcast StrategyResources mentioned in the show:Audiobook by Tom Webster - The Audience Is Listening: A Little Guide to Building a Big PodcastStudy on Podcast Trailers - A Playbook for Producing Successful TeasersOur guests:Jason Soderberg aka PodVader is currently the VP of Podcast Operations and Production at the Cumulus Podcast Network. He first started all the way back in 2004 as the Producer who created the ESPN platform of podcasts.In between, he’s served as the Head of Content for BlogTalkRadio/Spreaker/VoxNest - pioneering Dynamic Ad Insertion, the Locked On Network - continuing his passion for sports podcasts, and independent consulting....A rare bird who’s worked in both corporate and independent podcasting since the inception of the media.🔎 Find him at https://cumuluspodcastnetwork.comAndrea Klunder is the founder, media strategist, and lead producer-editor of The Creative Impostor Studios, a boutique agency producing award-winning audio documentary and podcast experiences for artists, organizations, and industry leaders dedicated to cultural impact. She has developed and produced shows for The Santa Fe Opera, New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, and Del Sol Quartet, whose first season was an Official Selection at the Tribeca Festival.Andrea facilitates Power Your Story, a high school mentoring program and podcast produced by neurodiverse students in Chicago, which was a finalist for the Google Creators program in 2019, and has been a featured speaker and trainer for Podcast Movement, Podfest, She Podcasts Live, the University of Florida, Opera America Education Forum, After School Matters, and many, many podcasts. Her mission is to help your voice shine!🤫 Andrea’s secret podcast featuring voice memos about strategic insights and podcasting skills https://app.helloaudio.fm/feed/3d09b4d6-fddf-4a2c-8338-ac295c32666e/signupLou Bartone helps smart business owners use AI to save time, simplify marketing, and create better content without sounding like a malfunctioning robot in a rented blazer.As a former Hollywood TV executive, video marketing expert, and Certified AI Consultant, Lou brings strategy, storytelling, and practical AI know-how to entrepreneurs who want results without the tech-induced migraine.Tired of asking ChatGPT for content ideas and getting back a bowl of digital oatmeal? Join the AI Playground for just $11/month. 👉 https://loubortone.com/AIP______________________________Tools we used:*Riverside.fm to RECORD*WhisperTranscribe for SHOW NOTESPodChapters for EMBEDDED CHAPTERS*Captivate.fm for our podcast MEDIA HOST*Use of the above affiliate links may earn us a commission, which is used to support the efforts of this show. Thank you in advance for your support!______________________________Mentioned in this episode:The Podcast Editor AcademyGet access to Steve Stewart's 35+ years of small business experience and decade of learning inside the Podcast Editor Academy - PLUS: -Weekly Challenges via email -Windshield University with our Private Podcast -Office HoursPodcast Editor AcademyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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    59 Min.
  • Podcast Editor's Regrets: What We Wish We Knew When We Started

    Podcast Editor's Regrets: What We Wish We Knew When We Started
    Jun 17 2026
    #129: What do you wish you know when first starting to edit podcasts for clients?Our panel shares their thoughts about undercharging, their lack of marketing, and a "trap" that many of us have fallen into.Key moments:Estimate and bill for editing time to avoid undercharging and ensure profitabilityDevelop a marketing strategy and a strong portfolio to attract clientsDefine your niche and offer strategic consultation alongside editing servicesEstablish clear contracts with trial periods and retainersLeverage built-in software features rather than overspending on pluginsPrioritize continuous learning and adaptation to industry changes__________________________Our PanelistsAbout Andrea Klunder:Andrea is the founder of The Creative Impostor Studios, a boutique agency producing award winning media for artists, organizations, and creative leaders....and she's also back with a wardrobe change.Book a free 30 minute podcasting business consultation: bit.ly/podbizwithandreaAbout Bill Stewart:Bill has been in radio and production since 1989. Podcast Production is a side gig for his network job for companies like intuit/Quickbooks and Total Babble podcast.Find samples of Bill's work at soundcloud.com/getstew or reach him at getstew@yahoo.comAbout Chris Duckett:Chris is a seasoned podcast editor with over 7 years of professional experience, specializing in video podcasts. He has mastered three audiobooks and contributed to a wide range of audio and video production projects.Connect with him at duckettproductionservices.comResources mentioned in the show:Audiobook: *Profit First by Mike MichalowiczPodcast episode: Profit First with Carol RiveraCourse: Profit First for Podcast Editors (includes template)Plugin suite: iZotope RXPlugin: Waves WLP Plus Loudness MeterPlugin: Waves Vocal Rider®Plugin: Soothe 3AI Sound Engineer: AuphonicVideo capture & editing: *Riverside.fm______________________________Tools we used to produce this episode:*Riverside.fm to RECORDWe used Riverside to record this episode and create video shorts for marketing the show.*WhisperTranscribe for SHOW NOTESWhisperTranscribe assisted in the crafting of this episode description. It probably saved me 30 minutes by providing a summary and a list of chapters.PodChapters for marking chapters in MP3:PodChapters helps you create chapters and embed them into the MP3 - plus incorporate them into the RSS feed and show notes.*Captivate.fm for our podcast MEDIA HOSTWe use Captivate to host the podcast. Captivate offers amazing features for a low monthly price, including full control of dynamic insertion, embedded chapters, and Blocks/Shortcodes to quickly add content to show notes (either static or dynamically!)*Use of the above affiliate links may earn us a commission, which is used to support the efforts of this show. Thank you in advance for your support!______________________________Mentioned in this episode:New, Events, and Tips in the Podcast Editor Industry NewsletterPodcast Editing NEWS, Podcast Editing EVENTS, and Podcast Editing TIPS... You can get all this information FREE by subscribing to the Podcast Editor Industry newsletter. Podcast Editor Industry NewsletterThe Podcast Editor AcademyGet access to Steve Stewart's 35+ years of small business experience and decade of learning inside the Podcast Editor Academy - PLUS: -Weekly Challenges via email -Windshield University with our Private Podcast -Office HoursPodcast Editor AcademyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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    54 Min.
  • Studies Show Filler Words Impact Listener Engagement

    Studies Show Filler Words Impact Listener Engagement
    Jun 3 2026

    #128: Do filler words matter?

    Tom Hanson found several key findings from research and industry data that shows filler words do matter!

    "Episodes with >4 filler words per minute saw 18–22% higher drop-off rate in the first 10 minutes compared to “clean” episodes" according to a Riverside listener study.

    How can you and I use this knowledge to convince potential clients that it's worth paying us to remove filler words?

    We discuss the impact of filler words on the success of podcasts in this episode of the Podcast Editors Mastermind Show.

    👉 Stick around to the end for the post-production process Steve used to get excited about editing this interview.

    Key moments:
    • The perception of editing out fillers has changed
    • Research on the Impact of Filler Words in Podcasts
    • Convincing Clients to Pay for Editing

    Resources mentioned in the show:
    • Study: Impact of Filler Words on Listener Engagement
    • Service: Audiocore Edit Assist (try for free) https://www.knvpstudios.com/audiocore
    • List of Crutches: Unnecessary Words in a Podcast https://stevestewart.me/unnecessary-words-in-a-podcast

    About Tom Hanson:

    Tom started KNVP Studios in 2014 and has offering his services in the professional television, film and audio/video business for over 30 years.

    He has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communications, with a minor in Audio Recording and Music Synthesis and has worked with the biggest studios in the world such as MGM, Sony Pictures, MTV, and HBO, and countless others in state-of-the-art facilities.

    Tom also created "Audiocore Edit Assist", which is a service that creates marker files for Audition, Reaper, Hindenburg, and Audacity: https://www.knvpstudios.com/audiocore

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    Chapters:

    (00:00) Stay to the End for Post-production Processes

    (01:43) Has Editing Fillers Changed?

    (08:01) Research on Filler Words

    (12:46) Editors Are More Sensitive to Fillers

    (15:32) Convincing Clients to Pay for Editing

    (20:04) How Audiocore Edit Assist Works

    (23:20) How This Episode Was Edited Differently

    (26:41) Send me YOUR Workflow Process!

    Mentioned in this episode:

    The Podcast Editor Academy

    Get access to Steve Stewart's 35+ years of small business experience and decade of learning inside the Podcast Editor Academy - PLUS: -Weekly Challenges via email -Windshield University with our Private Podcast -Office Hours

    Podcast Editor Academy



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    OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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    28 Min.
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