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Podcast episode outliner.

Topic + target duration + host count → an outline with cold open, segments, transitions, and outro. Time-per-segment math included.

Fill in the form on the left, then click Generate outline.

Want the full conversational script — and an MP3? Open the Artistik podcast studio → Multi-voice ElevenLabs narration ships an episode in minutes.

Podcast structure questions

How do I structure a 30-minute podcast episode?

A standard 30-minute episode has a 1-minute cold open, 30-second branded intro, three 7–8-minute content segments separated by 30-second transitions, and a 1–2-minute outro with calls-to-action.

How long should each segment of a podcast be?

For most conversational and educational podcasts, segments run 5–10 minutes. Shorter segments keep attention but feel choppy; longer segments need very strong content to hold listeners.

What is the best podcast structure for interviews?

Interview podcasts typically open with a brief framing of the guest (1 min), three or four substantive question arcs (6–10 min each), and a closing rapid-fire or recommendation segment (3–5 min).