What is good audio quality for podcast?

For good audio quality in a podcast, it is recommended to have:

• Clear and concise speech, with minimal background noise
• Consistent audio levels, with no sudden volume changes
• A balanced mix of voice and background music, if applicable
• A moderate use of compression and equalization to enhance audio clarity
• Proper use of microphone technique, such as speaking into the microphone directly and avoiding excessive plosives (hard “p” and “b” sounds)
• Bit rate of at least 128 kbps, with a sample rate of 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz.