Plosives

Plosives are explosive sounds produced when pronouncing certain consonants, such as "p," "b," "t," and "d." These sounds can cause bursts of air that hit the microphone, resulting in distortion and unpleasant audio artifacts. Plosives can be particularly problematic in podcast recordings, as they can distract listeners and degrade the overall audio quality.

To minimise plosives, podcasters use pop filters, which are screens placed in front of the microphone to disperse the bursts of air. Proper microphone technique, such as speaking slightly off-axis, can also help reduce the impact of plosives, ensuring clearer and more professional-sounding recordings.