{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/626e876bc916f10014ed0bcd/685a051473e8be408f04a159?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Should You use Background Music in Your Podcast Episodes?","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/626e876bc916f10014ed0bcd/1750729854634-8bfa21f6-8ef3-4463-b6a7-4e4cfbd30576.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>Wondering whether adding background music will enhance or hurt your podcast?</p><p>In this Monday Mic Check episode, we answer a common question: “Should I use background music in my podcast episodes?” </p><p>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.</p><p>We’ll cover:</p><ul><li>The best spots to use music (intros, outros, transitions)</li><li>When background tracks hurt more than help</li><li>Why licensing matters (and how to stay safe)</li><li>Tips for volume, tone, and consistency</li></ul><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>More Information</u></strong></p><p>You can find more information including the show notes and the resources at <a href=\"https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/177\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/177</a></p><p><br></p><p>Use my special link - <a href=\"https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/</a> to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>You can follow me on social media at -</p><p><br></p><p>Instagram - <a href=\"https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversity\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversity</a></p><p>Twitter - <a href=\"https://twitter.com/thepodversity\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://twitter.com/thepodversity</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Join my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast at <a href=\"https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guide\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guide</a></p>","author_name":"Dilip Kumar"}