Podcast Scheduling Software

Transform podcast content into a continuous audio stream. xtra audio schedules episodes automatically, loops back catalogs, and streams podcast channels 24/7 without manual intervention.

Features for Podcast Channels

Feature	Benefit
Automated scheduling	Episodes play in sequence or rotation
RSS import	Pull episodes from podcast feeds automatically
Time-based scheduling	Schedule specific episodes for specific times
Back catalog rotation	Loop older episodes to fill airtime
Consistent loudness	EBU R128 normalizes varying episode levels

Use Cases

Podcast scheduling applies to several scenarios:

• Podcast networks - Stream multiple shows as a unified channel
• Radio stations - Fill overnight hours with podcast content
• Brand channels - Create 24/7 branded audio experiences
• Content repurposing - Give archived podcasts ongoing reach

Typical Setup

Import Episodes

1. Add podcast RSS feeds as external sources
2. Episodes download automatically as they publish
3. Assign episodes to playlists or sequences

Schedule Rotation

1. Create sequences for podcast blocks
2. Use playlist actions to select episodes
3. Schedule blocks in the week planner

Fill Gaps

• Enable rotation through back catalog between new releases
• Add interstitial content (promos, station IDs)
• Use timing types to hit program breaks

Configuration Tips

Setting	Recommendation
Target LUFS	-16 LUFS (podcast standard)
Gap handling	Enable Gap Killer for silence removal
Metadata	Use episode title in stream metadata

Getting Started

1. Add RSS feeds as external sources
2. Create playlists to organize episodes
3. Build sequences for programming blocks
4. Schedule rotation in the week planner
5. Configure encoder for streaming

Related

• External Sources - RSS feed import
• Playlists - Organize episode collections
• Sequences - Define playback rules