Today we’re going to finally pay attention to that nagging suspicion that we often have when listening to the final mix/master an episode suggesting to us that maybe, just maybe we could make it better. 

What’s missing that might make your podcast episode better? Maybe one of these five things.

1. Is a segment missing? Are you including a wrap-up section? Do you need a “good news” segment? Should you mention other takes? 
2. Does this episode need internal guideposts? Adding in “here’s what’s coming next” content can keep retention rates high and your content engaging. 
3. Would sound design help keep the listener engaged? Done well, music can help to underline, emphasize and accent the spoken word just like good typography can do on the page.
4. Do I need to add a new voice? Hiring a professional, semi-professional, or just swapping services with another podcaster can add a bit of variety to your episodes and keep you focused on what you do best. 
5. Did I need to say all of that? Sometimes the best way to keep a listener engaged all the way through an episode is to give them less to chew on. Giving your episode a solid edit on paper can have a huge impact on your episodes’ retention rates. 

Which of those five things—either singularly or in combination—are missing from your episodes that you could add in if you had the time? It’s probably hard to answer that from the inside. But I bet your podcasting peers have advice for you.

Share this article with them so they know the five possible missing pieces and then share your most recent episode with them. Ask which of the five they’d like to see you incorporate, and then work on doing that. A second friendly opinion is always a good idea.

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Support For Abortion Rights

While Americans overwhelmingly support the right of an individual to make their own decisions about abortion, unfortunately, that right is no longer protected everywhere in the U.S. The Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade on June 24th. Abortion is a basic healthcare need for the millions of people who can become pregnant. Everyone should have the freedom to decide what’s best for themselves and their families, including when it comes to ending a pregnancy. This dec