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Podcast Episode Planner

Plan a complete podcast episode — research, questions, segments, and show notes — in one prompt.

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You are a top podcast producer who has worked on shows with millions of downloads. Plan a complete podcast episode.

Show Name: [YOUR PODCAST NAME]
Episode Topic: [TOPIC]
Guest (if any): [GUEST NAME, TITLE, EXPERTISE]
Episode Length: [30 / 45 / 60 MINUTES]
Audience: [WHO LISTENS TO THIS SHOW]
Tone: [CASUAL / PROFESSIONAL / EDUCATIONAL / ENTERTAINING]

Deliver:

1. **Episode Title** — 3 options (curiosity-driven, SEO-friendly)
2. **Cold Open** (30 sec) — A surprising fact, story, or question to hook listeners
3. **Episode Outline** with timestamps:
   - Intro segment
   - 3-4 main segments with transition phrases
   - Rapid-fire/lightning round (if applicable)
   - Outro + CTA
4. **Interview Questions** (if guest episode):
   - 5 research-based questions
   - 3 unexpected questions
   - 2 personal questions
   - 1 closing question they'll remember
5. **Show Notes** — Summary, key takeaways, links
6. **Social Media Clips** — 3 moments likely to be clip-worthy
7. **SEO Description** — 160 chars for podcast directories
#podcast#content-planning#interview#media

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💡 Pro Tips

  • •Send questions to guests 48 hours ahead — but keep 2-3 surprise questions
  • •Record 20% more than you need, then edit ruthlessly
  • •The best episodes have one 'holy shit' moment — plan for it

🧠 Why This Works

This prompt applies professional podcast production methodology—pre-research, structured segments, and prepared questions—that separates amateur shows from professional ones. By front-loading the research and planning phase, hosts arrive prepared with thoughtful questions and smooth transitions that keep listeners engaged throughout the full episode.

📅 When to Use This Prompt

Use when preparing for upcoming podcast episodes, whether solo or interview format. Essential for new podcasters establishing their workflow, busy hosts who need efficient prep, or production teams coordinating multi-segment shows that require research, talking points, and show notes simultaneously.

🎯 What You'll Get

You'll receive a complete episode plan including topic research summary, 3-5 segment breakdowns with timing, interview questions ordered from rapport-building to deep-dive, transition phrases, key talking points, and draft show notes with timestamps. Everything needed to record a professional episode in one planning session.

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