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Podcast Editors Mastermind

Podcast Editors Mastermind

By: 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 Politics & Government
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  • 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
    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 mins
  • Studies Show Filler Words Impact Listener Engagement

    Studies Show Filler Words Impact Listener Engagement
    Jun 3 2026

    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



    This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

    OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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    28 mins
  • Finding a New Job in Podcast Production, with Carrie Caulfield

    Finding a New Job in Podcast Production, with Carrie Caulfield
    May 6 2026

    Carrie’s story feels like a real, behind-the-scenes look at what it actually takes to grow beyond "just" editing.

    She talks about how she went from editing simple interview shows to landing a major role with the Legal Media Network—all sparked by a note in the Podcast Editors Club Facebook group with a pitch. Carrie didn’t wait until she felt “ready.” Instead, she kept saying yes to opportunities, learning as she went, and building her confidence through experience rather than formal training.

    As her career progressed, she naturally moved beyond editing into storytelling, production, and eventually leadership. Now, she’s overseeing large-scale operations, managing teams, and helping shape content for hundreds of clients. Through it all, she keeps coming back to the same idea: growth comes from being willing to figure things out, even when you’re unsure. Her journey is a reminder that skills build on each other, and if you stay curious and open to stretching yourself, you can turn a small starting point into something much bigger.

    Key moments:
    • Carrie secured her current role by proactively pitching herself
    • She transitioned into narrative storytelling and full-scale production work
    • Her experience shows that editing skills can evolve into broader storytelling and leadership capabilities
    • She now oversees production for nearly 200 clients, managing teams, workflows, and content strategy
    • A major success factor has been willingness to learn on the fly and take on challenges without waiting for formal training

    Resources mentioned in the show:
    • Carrie Caulfield, Director of Production, The Legal Media Network
    • @TheCarrieCaulfield (IG, Threads)
    • https://carriecaulfield.notion.site

    Our Editor for this episode:

    This episode of the Podcast Editors Mastermind was edited by Alejandro Ramirez. You can find him on LinkedIn if you're interested in talking with him about editing your show (audio and/or video)

    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



    This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

    OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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    43 mins
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