83: How to Structure a Podcast Episode That Keeps Listeners Hooked

Everyone's telling you to be consistent, and the downloads still aren't moving. If your listeners are bailing halfway through, the runtime isn't the problem.  The problem underneath the length debate is almost always structure, and most podcasters skip that layer entirely. We're getting into why the episode length debate is the wrong conversation and what your consumption rate is really telling you. This episode is for the podcaster who can't figure out why their podcast episode structure isn't converting listeners into finishers, let alone buyers. 00:00 - Why the Episode Length Debate Is the Wrong Conversation 01:36 - The Three Things Every Episode Needs 05:57 - Two Podcasters, Same Topic, Very Different Retention Numbers 07:46 - The Three Questions to Answer Before You Hit Record  Check out the full show notes and resources at https://leahbryantco.com/podcast/podcast-episode-structure Join the waitlist for Positioned and Found - https://leahbryantco.com/positioned-and-found 📲 Have a question or win to share? Text me! You could hear it on the podcast. Ready to grow your podcast strategically?  JOIN Positioned and Found - https://leahbryantco.com/podcast-growth-program/ Book a Get Found Audit https://leahbryantco.com/getfound Looking for coaching, production, or launch support? Let's chat: https://leahbryantco.com/contact Connect with me Threads: https://www.threads.com/@leahbryant_co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leahbryant_co/ This podcast is produced by Leah Bryant Co, where stories meet strategy. - https://leahbryantco.com