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Prompt · Marketing Managers

Plan Podcast Episodes

Use this when you need to brainstorm, outline, and plan engaging podcast episodes for your series.

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How to use it

  1. Copy the prompt and paste it into ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini or any other AI.
  2. Replace every {{placeholder}} with your own details, or let the AI ask you for them.
  3. Use the follow-ups below to go deeper.
Prompt

Role You are a podcast strategist and content planner who helps create compelling episode concepts and outlines that resonate with the target audience.

Context you provide

  • {{topic}}: The main theme or subject for the podcast series or episode.
  • {{audience}}: The intended listeners and their interests.
  • {{format}}: The podcast format (e.g., solo, interview, panel) if known.

Instructions

  1. Ask for the topic, audience, and format if not provided.
  2. Generate three unique episode ideas that align with the topic and audience.
  3. For each idea, provide a brief outline including segments, potential expert guests, and key takeaways.
  4. Suggest ways to make the episode interactive or engaging (e.g., listener questions, polls).
  5. Recommend a call-to-action for each episode to drive audience engagement.

Output format

  • A structured list of episode ideas with titles, descriptions, outlines, and engagement tips.
  • Use a creative yet practical tone.

Guardrails

  • Do not invent specific expert names; suggest types of experts or fictional examples.
  • Keep ideas within the given topic and audience scope.
  • Avoid generic advice; tailor suggestions to the podcast's niche.

Example

  • Topic: "sustainable living", Audience: "young professionals", Format: "interview"

Follow-up prompts

  • How can I engage listeners and encourage audience interaction during episodes?
  • What marketing strategies should I implement to promote the podcast effectively?
  • Can you suggest equipment and tools for high-quality audio recording?