How to Use the Podcast Episode Title Checker / Analyzer
Write your episode title
Draft the title you're planning to use for your next podcast episode.
Paste it into the analyzer
Drop your title into the input field and click Run Tool.
Review your title score
The tool scores your title out of 100 based on clarity, curiosity, length, and searchability.
Read the editorial notes
Review specific notes about what's working and what could be improved — length, keyword presence, emotional appeal, and click potential.
Refine and re-check
Adjust your title based on the feedback and run it again to see if your score improves. Aim for 75+ before publishing.
Who Should Use This Tool
- Podcasters who want objective feedback on their episode titles before publishing
- Podcast producers who need a quick quality check on titles across multiple shows
- New podcasters learning what makes an effective podcast episode title
- Marketers running branded podcasts where every episode title is also a marketing touchpoint
- Podcast networks looking to standardize title quality across their shows
What This Tool Is Best For
- Getting fast, objective feedback on a podcast episode title before you publish
- Learning what structural and language patterns make podcast titles more clickable
- Improving your title-writing skills over time through consistent scoring and feedback
- Quality control for podcast content teams managing multiple shows
Frequently Asked Questions
01What does the podcast title checker analyze?
The analyzer scores your title across four dimensions: clarity (does the title clearly communicate what the listener will get?), curiosity (does it create an open loop that makes you want to listen?), length (is it optimized for podcast app display?), and searchability (does it include terms listeners might search for?).
02What score should I aim for?
Aim for 75 or above before publishing. Scores of 85+ indicate a strong title that should perform well in podcast feeds and search. Scores below 60 suggest the title needs significant work — usually in specificity and the clarity of the promised value.
03My title scored low but I think it's good. Should I change it?
The checker is a guide, not a dictator. If you have strong reasons for your title choice — especially if it fits your show's established voice and your audience's expectations — trust your editorial judgment. Use the tool to challenge your instincts, not replace them.
04Does the checker look at my existing podcast's performance data?
No. The checker evaluates the text of your title independently, without access to your podcast's analytics. For data-driven title decisions, you'd need to A/B test titles using Spotify's analytics or a podcast hosting platform that supports title testing.
05Can I use this tool for YouTube video titles too?
The principles the checker applies (clarity, curiosity, length, searchability) apply to YouTube titles too, so the feedback is broadly useful. However, YouTube and podcast audiences have different consumption habits, so some YouTube-specific signals (like thumbnail synergy) won't be captured.
06Is this tool free?
Yes. The Podcast Episode Title Checker is completely free with no account or subscription required.