This week’s REPLAY episode features Carl Houde. Carl is the founder of Affogado Media, 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.  What We Learn:  2:20:  Carl’s Business: The Podcast Engineer 3:40: Carl’s Own Podcast: DIY Podcasting 6:05: Struggles of Being a Podcast Business Owner 8:30: Is The Podcasting World Oversaturated? 12:40: Tips on How to make one’s podcast sound good 17:05/20:35: Investing in an editor to join your team v. Editing your Podcasts Yourself 17:45 Editing Software Options 24:50: Incorporating Music into One’s Podcast 26:55 Difference between Podcast Editing and Podcast Engineering 28:05 Using Effects and How A Studio Work Helpful 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.com Follow 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-podcasting Credits: Production:  Bright Sighted Host: Christine O'Donnell Guest: Carl Houde Assistant Producer and Editor: Matthew Feiler  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices