Why Episode Numbers Don’t Belong in Your Episode Titles (and What to Do Instead)
Episode 372 | Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast | Courtney Elmer
Should you put episode numbers in your podcast titles? Some podcasters swear it makes episodes easier to find. Others argue it kills discoverability. And this one podcasting decision can impact discoverability, bingeability, and whether listeners explore more of your episodes or leave after one.
I’m breaking down the pros and cons of episode numbers and showing you an easier way to help listeners find what they're looking for without wasting valuable title space or hurting your podcast search rankings. If you want listeners to discover more of your content (and see your podcast as professional and worth binging), hit play and let's dive in.
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1:02 – Do Episode Numbers Really Help Listeners?
4:11 – The Surprising Pros and Hidden Cons of Episode Numbers
8:39 – How Episode Numbers Affect SEO and Discoverability
13:56 – 2 Smarter Ways to Help Listeners Find Old Episodes
18:42 – One Simple Test to Know Whether Episode Numbers Are Right for Your Show
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