Build a Podcast Episode Outline and Show Notes
9. Creative & Design Projects
⏱ 25 minutes min
📊 Intermediate
Objective
Plan a podcast episode structure and write the accompanying show notes for publishing.
Materials Needed
- AI chat tool
- An episode topic or guest
Step-by-Step Instructions
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Describe your episode topic or guest and the show's general format.
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Prompt: 'Outline a 30-minute podcast episode on this topic with an intro, 4 discussion segments, and a closing.'
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Ask the AI to write 5 potential interview questions if there's a guest.
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Ask for show notes: a short episode summary, 3 key takeaways, and timestamps placeholders.
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Save the outline and show notes for recording and publishing.
Instructor TipUseful for small business owners exploring podcasting as a marketing channel, not just hobbyists.
TakeawayA solid outline keeps a podcast episode focused, while ready-made show notes make it easier to publish and get discovered.
Tools Used
- ChatGPT
- Claude.ai