There is a time and a place for music in podcasts. Music can either enhance the listening experience or it can do the opposite and distract your listener. Music is best used for podcast intros and outros, but can also be used prior to and following ad reads. Sound effects are also a great way to spice things up in your show, but make sure you only use licensed sound.

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why music can be good or bad inclusions.
• When to use music.
• Incorporating music with ad reads.

Links Mentioned:

Epidemic Sound

Soundsnap

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