Episode Chapter & Rundown Master
Build precise YouTube timestamp descriptions, plan multi-day subscriber window embargoes (such as Law&Crime+ vs YouTube public premieres), and export compliant cue sheets.
Rundown & Chapter Stage
Optimizing Chapter Metadata for YouTube & Subscriptions
Early-window syndication—offering subscribers early access on private platforms before YouTube premieres—requires coordinated timing. YouTube requires chapters to start at 00:00, contain at least 3 timestamps in ascending order, and segment durations of at least 10 seconds.
Proper legal and investigative rundown formatting separates factual exhibits from expert speculation, preventing algorithm demonetization while maintaining viewers' investigative focus.
How does the Early Access window calculator work?
It establishes the initial subscriber-only streaming drop date (e.g. Law&Crime+ or Patreon) and automatically calculates the public YouTube premiere release timestamp and embargo notice, ensuring production teams do not accidentally publish timestamps out of sequence.
What is Podcasting 2.0 JSON format?
Podcasting 2.0 defines an open JSON chapter standard supported by modern podcast apps (Pocket Casts, Overcast, Apple Podcasts transcript sync) displaying chapter titles, custom artwork URLs, and links synchronized to the audio feed.
Can I import existing timestamps from YouTube descriptions?
Yes. You can paste any timestamp block into standard text format or adjust titles and times interactively in this client-side master table without leaving your browser.