420. When to Use Podcast Episode Numbers

I've changed my mind since 12 years ago in episode 175, when I proposed that episode numbers were unnecessary for most podcasts. Now, I see more cases when you should consider using episode numbers with your podcast. It comes down to this: use episode numbers when they matter to your audience. Specifically, here's how to determine when that applies. Please share this episode from your podcast app or 1. Use episode numbers for serial podcasts [00:53] 2. Use episode numbers if frequently referencing other episodes [02:58] My original episode 175 about episode numbers: 3. Use episode numbers for file and folder organization [15:16] Use PodChapters to quickly transcribe and chapter your podcast! 4. Use episode numbers when you can't make better episode URLs [18:15] 5. Use episode numbers correctly and efficiently in episode titles [21:41] Learn how to include episode numbers in your titles: Special thanks [26:42] ——— Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! FEEDBACK Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through MAILING ADDRESS The Audacity to Podcast PO Box 739 Burlington, KY 41005

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420. When to Use Podcast Episode Numbers is an episode from The Audacity to Podcast® by Daniel J. Lewis.

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This episode was published on Feb 18, 2026.

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