In this episode, I tackled a common issue solo podcasters face: what do you do when you need to reference a stat, date, or chart on the fly while recording while on a LIVE STREAM? I discussed some typical options: pausing to Google it (which can break your momentum), guessing (and risk sounding uninformed), or flagging it for post-production fixes (which adds editing time).But I pointed out a missed option: coming prepared! If you do your research ahead of time, you can minimize disruptions when recording. However, I know that's not always possible—especially when recording live. For example, on my weekly live show, Ask the Podcast Coach, I answer spontaneous questions from the chat room, so I can't always be ready with every fact.When recording solo and I have a slip-up, I simply pause a few seconds to create a clear space in the audio. That pause makes it easy to spot and edit later. It’s a technique I use on all my solo recordings.For my live show, Ask the Podcast Coach (<a href="https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/live" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">askthepodcastcoach.com/live</a>), I prepare as much as possible, but also rely on interacting with the chat. If I need to look something up, I'll edit the audio version but leave the video as-is since YouTube doesn't allow file replacement.I also mentioned that preparation helps explain visuals for audio listeners, guiding them through what’s happening on screen. More planning always means less editing afterwards; if you wing it, expect more cleanup.Running a live show is a juggling act—managing the sound, levels, chat room, and next questions. Thankfully, I have a co-host to help. If you're on your own, consider whether going live is the best option given your current workflow.Finally, I shared some advice: practice any new tech or process before going live. Don't try something for the first time in front of an audience!Websites mentioned:<ol><li data-list="bullet"><a href="https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/live" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ask the Podcast Coach</a></li><li data-list="bullet"><a href="https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">School of Podcasting</a></li></ol> If you want help not “wetting your pants” on your first try, check out the School of Podcasting where you get access to me for consulting, a supportive community, and step-by-step courses.Thanks for listening—I'm here to help podcasters succeed! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

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