Episode segments
1 hourSegments
6
First
3:00
Total
1:00:00
A 60-minute podcast segment timer with intro, topic blocks, ad read, guest Q&A, and wrap.
Intro, topics, ads, and wrap
Free Podcast Segment Timer
Use a podcast segment timer for intros, topic blocks, ad reads, guest answers, breaks, and closing notes. Create an XTimer room when hosts, producers, and studio displays need the same visible episode timing.
Built for this job
Hosts can keep each episode segment moving without watching a separate clock.
Producers can make ad reads and guest blocks visible in the studio.
XTimer rooms support shared podcast segment timers across host, producer, and display devices.
Current agenda item
Intro
1/6
3:00
Next
Topic 1
Total time
1:00:00
Use this setup in XTimer
Need a controller link, viewer display, or shared room?
Keep this simple timer for quick work. Move into an XTimer room when one person controls the clock and another screen shows it to a speaker, team, class, or audience.
Presets that match real work
Start from a timer people already understand.
Each preset has a clear use case, duration, and workflow. That makes the page useful for search visitors immediately, and gives professional users a natural path into XTimer rooms when they need separate controller and viewer devices.
Short episode
20 minSegments
3
First
2:00
Total
20:00
A 20-minute timer for short podcast episodes or bonus segments.
Guest answer
3 minTotal
3 min
A 3-minute timer for concise guest answers.
Professional setup
Use the simple timer first, then graduate to controlled timing.
Plan segment lengths before recording so hosts know where time can flex.
Keep ad reads separate from topic blocks for cleaner editing notes.
Use a short wrap timer so the episode ends with a clear close.
Use an XTimer room when a producer controls timing and hosts watch a studio display.
Frequently asked questions
What is a podcast segment timer?
A podcast segment timer structures intros, topic blocks, ad reads, guest answers, breaks, and closing notes during recording.
Can I use this for guest interviews?
Yes. Use the episode segments preset or create shorter guest answer windows for interview pacing.
Can hosts and producers share the timer?
Yes. Create an XTimer room when hosts, producers, and studio displays need one shared podcast segment timer.