How to Apply Preparation H

Most producers are trained to fix the mistake, cut the pause, redo the line, and polish away anything that sounds imperfect. Sometimes that’s exactly how you destroy the best part.

In this week's episode, Neil uses a legendary Gary Owens Preparation H spot, a live radiothon moment, and a couple of famous records to make the case for knowing when to leave the rough edge alone.

Not every imperfection is a mistake. Sometimes it’s the thing people remember.