Out on the Wire The Episode 7: Dark Forest archive: The Edit with Robert Smith and Jess Jiang
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Jan 19, 2022 
In this discussion, Robert Smith, Editor of Planet Money, and Jess Jiang, Producer at Planet Money, unravel the chaotic yet creative world of podcast editing. They share insights into the hand logging technique, which identifies key moments that engage listeners. The duo emphasizes the importance of narrative structure and emotional clarity in storytelling. They also delve into navigating creative critiques and the emotional toll of feedback, revealing how these elements can shape a podcast into a compelling audio experience.
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Label Weird-Sounding Tape
- Identify and label poor-quality or odd-sounding audio so listeners stop wondering about sound issues.
- Explicitly say when a clip is on Skype or speakerphone to remove distraction.
Reserve Reflection For The End
- Save reflective, triumphant moments for the emotional ending so listeners can settle.
- After that musical pause, add any extra informational coda rather than interrupting the emotional close.
Let Expert Reflection Serve As Payoff
- Don't restate expert reflections that already serve as moral or payoff; let their tape act as the summation.
- Avoid heavy-handed exposition that interrupts a listener's emotional payoff.