Working Class Audio
Navigating the World of Recording With a Working Class Perspective
Working Class Audio
Show overview
Working Class Audio has been publishing since 2014, and across the 12 years since has built a catalogue of 601 episodes. That works out to roughly 630 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run an hour to ninety minutes — most land between 54 min and 1h 11m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. The publisher flags most episodes as explicit, so expect adult themes or strong language throughout. It is catalogued as a EN-language Music show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed earlier today, with 26 episodes already out so far this year.
From the publisher
Peel back the glamour of the professional recording world. Guests from the world of audio for music, film, games, restoration, and more share their insights on how they made their journey, how they survive, their advice on the real things including wins, losses, working with other people, money, and career advice. Hosted by audio engineer Matt Boudreau. The Working Class Audio Podcast - Navigating the World of Recording with a working class perspective.
Latest Episodes
View all 601 episodesWCA #602 with Luke Burgoyne – Seven Years Assisting a Top UK Mixer, Mix Prep, and Going Solo in London
WCA #601 with Gert Keunen – Immersive Audio, "Stereo Was a Nice Try," a Dozen Careers, and Brewing His Own Beer
WCA #600 with Andrew Scheps – Atmos, Imposter Syndrome, Coding Plugins with AI, Climbing Walls, and 600 Episodes
WCA #599 with Alex Newport – Three Decades of Production, a Studio in the Desert, Engineering at Tiny Telephone, and Why Unique Always Beats Good
WCA #598 with Dante Fumo – Harmonic Content, Independent Film Sound, DIY Publishing, and Making a Living on Your Own Terms
WCA #597 with Tchad Blake, Dr. Will Sedley, Jack Rubinacci & Hazel Goedhart – Tinnitus Quest: Breaking the Silence on the Music Industry's Most Common Occupational Condition
WCA #596 with Will Kennedy – Dolby Atmos Focus, Selling Recording Gear, Hidden Coffee Shops, and Mixing Rock in Surround
WCA #595 with Steve Kitch – Classical Roots, Sound On Sound, Supermarket Shifts, and Online Mastering Success
WCA #594 with Amar Lal – Experimental Roots, Corporate Transitions, Mastering Room Acoustics, and Macro Sound
WCA #593 with Katie Marie Richards – Self-taught Foundations, Four-track Experiments, Blue Rock, and The Human Experience
WCA #592 with Ronan Chris Murphy – Falling Trees, World Travel, Anchor Points, and Being a Respectful Human
WCA #591 with Tyrone "Cross Bone T" Harris – Curiosity and Learning, Building a Client Base, Health Challenges, Overcoming Obstacles, and The Importance of Small Wins
Ep 590WCA #590 with Phillip Broussard –Gulf Coast, Kingsway, Teatro, Rick Rubin, and Prioritizing Vibe
EIn this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes producer/engineer/mixer and archivist, Phillip Broussard who has worked with the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Slipknot, System of a Down, and many moreIn This Episode, We Discuss:Texas upbringingJobs in Gulf Coast refineriesFirst studio internships in AustinHouston and AustinKingsway Studio in New OrleansPrioritizing vibe over gearRelocating to Los AngelesManaging Teatro in OxnardCollaboration with Rick RubinHandling limited recording budgetsSkills in reading the roomBalancing career and family lifeNegotiating rates and invoicingAudio archiving and session restorationNetworking to find new musicLinks and Show Notes:Phillip's SiteTrina Shoemaker on WCADave Schiffman on WCAMatt's Rant: Inspiration and ImaginationCredits:Guest: Phillip BroussardHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
Ep 589WCA #589 with Mitch Easter – R.E.M., Drive-In Studio, Don Dixon, North Carolina, and Fidelatorium Recordings
EIn this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcome musician/songwriter/producer/engineer Mitch Easter known for his work on the early R.E.M. records as well as his work with the db's, Game Theory, and Marshal Crenshaw as well as his own band Let's Active.In This Episode, We Discuss:Background and UpbringingEarly Interest in RecordingDrive-In StudioFidelatorium RecordingsBalancing Multiple RolesCollaboration with Don DixonThe Music Industry and the Indie EcosystemInfluences and InspirationsViews on RetirementLinks and Show Notes:YouTube versionMitch's SiteMatt's Rant: Creating OpportunityCredits:Guest: Mitch EasterHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
Ep 588WCA #588 with Joe Costa– Ordering Lunch with William Shatner, Berklee School of Music, Mixing from Home, and Reading the Room
EIn this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes engineer/mixer Joe Costa who has worked with Ben Folds. Sara Bareilles, William Shatner and many more.In This Episode, We Discuss:Ordering Lunch with William (Bill) ShatnerWorking with Ben FoldsMixing from HomeMoving to NashvilleBerklee School of MusicReading the RoomLinks and Show Notes:Joe On Instagram @costa71Watch the Interview on YouTubeMatt's Rant: Know Your ValueCredits:Guest: Joe CostaHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
Ep 587WCA #587 with Willie Green – The Green House, Physical Media, Business Strategy, Daily Patterns, and Innovation
EProducer, engineer, artist, and professor Willie Green returns to WCA to chat with Matt about about his new studio adventure and much more! Willie has worked with renowned artists such as Armand Hammer, The Roots, The Alchemist, and Wiz Khalifa.In This Episode, We Discuss: The Green House Expands! Physical Media Marketing Strategies for Creative Spaces Daily Patterns and Balancing Responsibilities Adapting to Client Needs and Studio Management Business Strategy InnovationLinks and Show Notes:Willie Green’s WebsiteMatt's Rant: Which music industry do you work in?Credits:Guest: Willie GreenHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
Ep 586WCA #586 with Richard Chycki Part 2– Management, Networking, Cultural Transition, Future Plans, and The Rush Connection
EThis is part 2 of a discussion Matt had with multi-platinum mixer and engineer Richard Chycki whose clients include such rock royalty as Rush, Aerosmith, Dream Theater, Skillet, Mick Jagger, Alice Cooper, Pink and many more.In This Episode, We Discuss:ManagementNetworking: Building Relationships for SuccessCultural Transition: From Canada to the U.S. Music SceneThe Rush Connection: Networking and OpportunitiesNavigating the World of Immersive Audio TechnologiesFuture Plans and Networking in NashvilleLinks and Show Notes:Part 1 InterviewRich's SiteMatt's Rant: Auto PilotCredits:Guest: Richard ChyckiHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
Ep 585WCA #585 with Jade Alysse Berry – Passion for Music, Overcoming a Health Crisis, Navigating Industry Politics and Client Communication
EIn this episode of Working Class Audio, Matt welcomes mixing engineer, producer and composerJade Alysse Berry, whose path to mixing was sparked by a life‑changing health event and a deep love for music. Jade shares practical insights on creativity, collaboration, and setting clear boundaries with clients.In This Episode, We Discuss:How a health crisis redirected Jade’s career toward audio engineeringChallenges and politics of the music industryCollaborative dynamics with partner Bob Horn The creative process of mixingSetting boundariesUnderstanding client expectationsEffective communicationLinks and Show Notes:Jade on InstagramMatt's Rant: The Home StudioCredits:Guest: Jade Alysse BerryHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
Ep 584WCA #584 with Tom Camuso – Preserving Les Paul's Legacy, Education, Los Angeles vs. New York, Cracking the Preservation Code, and Weather
EMatt is joined by grammy winning engineer Tom Camuso who has worked with Lenny Kravitz, Blondie, Steve Earl as well as a number of commercial, television and film projects. Tom is also the Chief Engineer at The Les Paul Recording Studio in Holly wood.In This Episode, We Discuss:Preserving Les Paul's LegacyLos Angeles vs. New YorkCracking the Preservation CodeWeatherEducationLibrary of CongressLinks and Show Notes:Tom's SiteLes Paul StudioMatt's Rant: Economic ReevaluationCredits:Guest: Tom CamusoHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith
Ep 583WCA #583 with Richard Chycki Part 1– Networking, Finances, ATMOS, Learning from Major Artists, and Adapting to Technological Changes in Audio
EMatt is joined by multi-platinum mixer and engineer Richard Chycki whose clients include such rock royalty as Rush, Aerosmith, Dream Theater, Skillet, Mick Jagger, Alice Cooper, Pink and many more.In This Episode, We Discuss:NAMM ExperienceCurrent State of Immersive AudioMoving to Nashville: Reasons and PlansEarly Musical Journey and Transition to EngineeringThe Shift from Musician to EngineerAdapting to Technological Changes in AudioThe Future of Atmos and Immersive AudioArtist Reactions to Immersive MixingThe Evolution of Atmos TechnologyLearning from Major ArtistsNavigating the Music IndustryFinancial Strategies in Music ProductionThe Importance of NetworkingMixing Classic Records in AtmosLinks and Show Notes:Rich's SiteMatt's Rant: The ExpensesCredits:Guest: Richard ChyckiHost/Engineer/Producer: Matt BoudreauWCA Theme Music: Cliff TruesdellThe Voice: Chuck Smith