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In episode six of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of planning your podcast episode and how to structure it effectively. He emphasizes the need to find the right balance between providing enough content without overdoing it. Whether you prefer pen and paper or a digital template, Sebastian then highlights the need for proper planning to ensure your episodes are neither too long nor too short. Thus, having a structured plan or template while recording an episode is essential for staying organized, maintaining a consistent structure, and delivering a professional podcast.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:56] Episode Structure and Planning.

[00:04:43] Episode Length.

[00:07:10] Episode Length and Structure.

In this episode, Sebastian Rusk provides a clear structure for the episode and helps to keep everything organized. He mentions that all interviews are capped at a maximum of 30 minutes, even if the conversation is going well and they want to continue as this allows for a focused and concise conversation that is easy for listeners to digest. 

In addition, Sebastian emphasizes the importance of having a structured plan or template while recording as it is beneficial for several reasons:

• Firstly, it ensures that all necessary information is included in the episode. By following the format, the host can cover all important points and avoid forgetting anything.
• Secondly, it helps maintain a consistent structure and flow throughout the episode. By referring to the plan, the host can stay on track and prevent the episode from becoming disorganized or going off on tangents.
• Lastly, having a structured plan or template demonstrates professionalism and attention to detail. It shows that the host has put thought and effort into planning the episode, providing a more polished listening experience for the audience.

QUOTES:

• "So you really understand what needs to go into a podcast episode so that you're not overdoing it, but then you're also not underdoing it."
• “But here's exactly what, you should be doing to plan out each episode in order to structure it properly.”
• “I really try to keep all interviews right at 20 minutes. The guest appreciates it too. You're respecting their time, you're respecting your own time.”

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