Should You use Background Music in Your Podcast Episodes?

Wondering whether adding background music will enhance or hurt your podcast? In this Monday Mic Check episode, we answer a common question: “Should I use background music in my podcast episodes?” You’ll learn when background music can elevate your content, how to use it without distracting your audience, and the best practices for making it feel like a professional touch, not a mistake. We’ll cover: The best spots to use music (intros, outros, transitions) When background tracks hurt more than help Why licensing matters (and how to stay safe) Tips for volume, tone, and consistency If you're unsure whether to score your show or keep it clean, this quick guide will help you make the right call for your format and audience. More Information You can find more information including the show notes and the resources at Use my special link - to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. You can follow me on social media at - Instagram - Twitter - Join my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast at Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Should You use Background Music in Your Podcast Episodes? is an episode from The Podcasting University - Podcasting Tips to Start a Podcast by Dilip Kumar.

This episode is 4:14 long.

This episode was published on Jun 23, 2025.

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