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Walk the edit pass that fixes the vital few

Prioritize edit fixes that improve listener value rather than polishing every flaw equally.

Ninety minutes left The rough cut is long, uneven, and due tomorrow. The biggest improvement will come from the few fixes that change comprehension and momentum. Pareto edit pass Find the few edits that change most of the listening experience Do not start by cleaning everything. First locate the friction that causes the most drop-off or confusion. Surface polish Many tiny changes, small listener payoff A shorter, clearer episode without exhausting the edit budget. Edit for the largest listener effect first. 01 Opening 02 Confusion 03 Polish First pass The first six minutes are friendly but do not reveal the…

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