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#70 Don't Let Your Guests Ruin Your Show: David Goldberg's 8-Step Guide (Part 4)

Jun 23, 2026 · 1h 13m

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You put immense effort into your podcast—marketing, sponsors, and refining your own voice—but what happens when a high-profile guest sounds terrible? In Part 4 of our series, David Goldberg, founder of Edge Studio, shares his essential 8-step guide to ensuring your guests elevate, rather than weaken, your show. We explore the critical impact of first impressions and why guest preparation is non-negotiable for maintaining professionalism and authority. David provides practical, low-cost solutions for acoustic treatment—from ”pillow forts” to the ”80% rule”—and breaks down the pros and cons of different microphone types. Learn how to guide your guests to sound as good as you do and keep your…