You’ve recorded your episode. You’ve set your levels and picked your editing software. Now comes the part that turns raw audio into something people actually want to listen to: the edit.

In this episode of Snohomish Podcast Playground, Trent breaks down a beginner-friendly editing workflow—how to clean up breaths and filler words, shape the message, and keep your pacing natural (not choppy). You’ll also learn the difference between a quick “leave it mostly raw” style and a more polished, NPR-style edit—so you can choose what fits your show.

What we cover

• The difference between tracks and clips (and why each voice should get its own track)
• Two ways to clean up audio:
  • Cut it out (razor/blade tool)
  • Turn it down (volume automation/nodes)
• Delete vs. ripple delete (and why ripple delete can save you hours)
• How to remove big breaths, filler words (“um,” “uh”), and awkward pauses without ruining your cadence
• Why editing is often best in multiple passes (cleanup pass + content/story pass)
• How to listen for clarity: “Does this make sense to someone who isn’t in my head?”
• What to do about mic bleed when recording with multiple people in the same room
• The biggest speed tip: learn keyboard shortcuts for your editing software

The big takeaway

Editing isn’t about perfection—it’s about making your message easy to follow. Clean up what distracts, keep what feels human, and build a flow your audience can stay with.

Snohomish Podcast Playground is part of the Snohomish Podcast Network
Music: https://pixabay.com/music/upbeat-have-fun-382760/