The #1 Trick to Make Your Podcast Instantly More Engaging (No New Mic Needed)

Your microphone isn’t the reason your podcast sounds flat, your energy is.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, you’ll learn how to use music, tone, and emotion to transform your episodes from “just okay” to captivating.
We’re talking about the invisible ingredients that make listeners stay: your voice, your vibe, and the sound that sets your brand apart.
Inside this episode:
- The truth about music licensing (and where to find royalty-free tracks legally)
- How to choose music that fits your brand energy
- Why smiling while you talk changes everything
- The simple mindset shift that makes you sound confident and magnetic
- How to ditch the “radio voice” and sound more like you
Whether you’re launching your first podcast or refreshing your brand, this episode will help you create audio that feels authentic, emotional, and unforgettable.
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Learn about:
- 00:00 Introduction: The Power of the First 30 Seconds
- 01:22 Simplifying Music Licensing for Podcasters
- 03:05 Royalty-Free Music Resources (Envato, Artlist, Upbeat)
- 06:00 The Science of Smiling While You Talk
- 08:45 How Tone Shapes Listener Connection
- 10:59 Real vs. “Radio” Voice: Finding Your Authentic Sound
- 13:40 Bringing Emotion Into Every Episode
- 14:58 Final Takeaway + Free Resources
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00:00 - AIRTP 121: Music, Energy & Voice Performance Tips (Launch series)
01:07 - INTRO
01:11 - 3 topics
01:52 - pod launch
02:02 - ep notes
02:22 - music licensing
02:47 - endless terms, rights, scary price tags
03:04 - website
04:13 - platform list
04:55 - flagged for copyright
05:18 - your voice
06:26 - pitch lifts, energy expands
07:15 - action step/tip
10:07 - podcast launch kit
10:30 - link
10:34 - voice is important
10:45 - every thursday
10:53 - link in notes