CHARLIE HURST
Production Sound Mixer & Recordist
Podcast Producer & Editor
07833 904825
Podcast Recording
Since RSS feeds brought widespread syndication to podcasts around 2004, the medium has grown rapidly—now forming a major part of how people consume audio content. For many, podcasts have become a full-on replacement for radio, offering on-demand, topic-specific listening anytime, anywhere. And the appetite for podcast content continues to grow across every niche imaginable.
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I’ve been involved in podcast production for several years, and in that time, I’ve developed a highly effective system for recording professional-quality podcasts in almost any location. Using cutting-edge location recording equipment—originally designed for film and TV—paired with the latest dynamic, broadcast-grade microphones, I can capture crisp, clean audio straight out of the recorder, even in less-than-ideal environments.
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From there, I offer full post-production services including editing, noise reduction, EQ and dynamic processing, mixing, mastering, and delivery—ensuring your podcast sounds polished and professional. Whether you’re producing a branded series, an interview-led show, or narrative content, I’ll help you bring it to life with clarity and quality.
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All we need is a great topic to talk about.​
Here's an example of a podcast that I recorded with Sunday Treat for Acast, in a sponsored piece for PayPal.
Starring Candice Brathwaite and The Guilty Feminist.
While there is a "standard package" that covers a lot of ground, not all podcast recordings are going to be the same. I have the skill and kit to deliver a versatile range of recording solutions in any environment.
Podcasting Kit
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Microphones
Aston Stealth x2
Telefunken M82 x2
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Accessories
Sound Blankets
Mic stands; short floor stands, short table stands and table arms
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Recorders
Sound Devices 888
Sound Devices 744T
Zoom F8
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Headphones & Personal Amps
Audio Technica AT M50x
Sony MDRZX110
AKG K52
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Behringer MA400 Personal Headphone Amps
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Podcast Editing
To edit and produce a podcast is, in it's most basic form, a job of arranging all of your components and setting your levels right; but by making use of some techniques and technology honed over the last 15 years, editing audio for music, film and commercials, good recordings made with modest equipment can be elevated to a very high, broadcast quality, and even recover less than ideal recordings made over Zoom or other conferencing software to a more than acceptable level.
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Using digital emulations of premium analogue hardware and tactile physical controls I can tastefully bridge the gap between clinical modern sound and characterful analogue production.
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- Set levels and mix the audio to a consistent level throughout the episode or series.
- Add premium character and radio-like presentation to your recordings.
- Sound design to add texture to the piece.
- Generate short musical stings / jingles from even the most basic hummed ideas.
- Create ads with voice-over and music licensed from online libraries (I currently use Artlist.io)
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I'm currently remotely editing and co-producing Michelle Rugeroni's podcast, On The Sofa With Rouge. Take a listen below: