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How Long Should My Podcast Episodes Be?

October 12, 2026 · 7 min

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In this episode, we break down why there is no perfect podcast episode length and how to create episodes that match what your listeners actually want to hear. We share Buzzsprout stats as a starting point, then give some simple tips to help you decide when an episode is truly finished.

Resources Mentioned: Finding Stats Within Directories

If you have questions about how long your episodes should be, reach out to the Podcaster Success Team by emailing [email protected].

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