Hosts Dan Allen and Ellen Thomas chat with Kiff McManus, a production sound recordist with nearly 30 years of experience capturing audio for film and television. From high-speed car chases on Top Gear to intense one-shot dramas like Adolescence, Kiff has worked across some of the most demanding environments in the industry.But WHAT exactly goes into recording sound on set?How do you capture clean dialogue in noisy, unpredictable environments?What’s it like collaborating with directors, actors, and busy film crews while staying invisible behind the scenes?And how do you balance technical precision with the chaos of real-world locations?From hidden microphones to on-set problem-solving, Kiff shares the expertise, adaptability and sharp ears needed to make every moment sound just right.