This week’s episode features Carl Houde. Carl is the founder of The Podcast Engineer, a company that offers editing and engineering services for podcasters. Within his business, Carl relies upon his technical skills in order to work on podcasts during their post-production stages so that his clients have content that is professional and worthy of publication. Tune in to learn about how Carl's editing and engineering background helped him find his place in the podcasting field. Additionally, Carl will provide advice regarding whether it makes sense to invest in an editor or if you should take the lead in editing podcasts yourself.What We Learn: 2:20:  Carl’s Business: The Podcast Engineer3:40: Carl’s Own Podcast: DIY Podcasting6:05: Struggles of Being a Podcast Business Owner8:30: Is The Podcasting World Oversaturated?12:40: Tips on How to make one’s podcast sound good17:05/20:35: Investing in an editor to join your team v. Editing your Podcasts Yourself17:45 Editing Software Options24:50: Incorporating Music into One’s Podcast26:55 Difference between Podcast Editing and Podcast Engineering28:05 Using Effects and How A Studio WorkHelpful Links: Sign up on the 2nd of the Month for 1 Month+ FREE Media Hosting with Libsyn when you use the code: BRIGHT. Produce your show with Bright Sighted Podcasting: https://brightsighted.comFollow Christine on Instagram: @TheChristineOD: https://www.instagram.com/thechristineod/Want to connect with Carl Houde? Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thepodcastengr/Website:https://www.thepodcastengineer.com/Carl's Podcast: https://www.thepodcastengineer.com/diy-podcastingCredits:Production:  Bright SightedHost: Christine O'DonnellGuest: Carl HoudeAssistant Producer and Editor: Matthew Feiler Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices