Mistakes happen in the studio and, if you do this long enough, some of those mistakes will get out. Despite what you might read online, for most people, this isn't the end of the world. In some cases, bloopers and outtakes getting released, whether accidentally or on purpose, will actually help you. I dive into this subject on this episode. What you're going to hear in this episode: Mistakes and bloopers that happen in podcasting studios If you're in a studio, bloopers will happen ... and some will get out Example of a New York Times bestselling author with a blooper in his audiobook Should you fix bloopers? The positive aspects of bloopers Casey Kasem's famous blooper and its impact on his image The power of good editing in shaping the listener's experience and perception of your show Episode Timestamps:​ [00:02:02] Mistakes in audiobooks and podcasts can enhance listener experience [00:03:55] Humanizing mistakes [00:11:57] Be mindful of words, be kind to others. The Newsletter for Podcasters Big Podcast Insider - Podcasting Newsletter ​ Want more? Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, you can subscribe here – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time with a single click.​ And if you want to make sure you never miss an episode of Build a Big Podcast, subscribe here.