Summary: - Topic: This podcast episode explains how automatic chapters with AI-powered timestamps can boost podcast retention, discovery, and listener experience. - Core benefits: improved retention (shortcuts to key moments), better discovery (chapter titles with keywords appearing in searches), and a smoother listening experience (clear, navigable sections). - How it works (simple flow): record as usual → auto-transcribe → detect topic changes via anchors, rhythm, silences, and defined terms → propose timestamps with clear chapter titles → validate quickly → publish (also transferable to video if needed). - Practical steps: - Before recording: outline 3–7 thematic blocks and craft transition phrases. - During recording: use beacon words to signal sections. - After recording: generate transcript, identify topic-change spikes, and create chapter marks; use a universal format like 00:00 Introduction, 02:15 Why chapters boost retention, etc. - Titles: use a Verb + Benefit + Time formula or compelling question + promise. - Platforms: chapters appear in hosting players; supported on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube descriptions with timestamps. - Common mistakes: too many short chapters, vague titles, misalignment with search queries, and inconsistent naming. - Metrics to watch: completion rate, average listened minutes, drop-offs, skips between chapters; use the 7–30–90 review method to iterate. - SEO impact: keyword-laden chapter titles can outperform the episode title for micro-search queries. - Micro-guide (actionable today): identify five top questions, record with clear transitions, generate transcript, let AI propose chapters, review quickly, publish with timestamps, and iterate after a week. - How Podcast Club helps: automated chapter creation, keyword-friendly titles and descriptions, publishing, and optional synthetic voice or professional voiceovers; saves time and money. - Mini challenge: define five chapters for your next episode using a simple template and monitor retention after implementation. - Closing: automatic chapters are a fast, impactful way to increase listening time, followers, and conversions. Remeber you can contact me at [email protected]