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👋 Hey there,
Recording podcast episodes with no clear direction?
This prompt creates outlines that keep your show focused and engaging.
The Podcast Outline Prompt
Structures episodes so you never ramble or run out of things to say.
📋 THE PROMPT:
Create a podcast episode outline for [EPISODE TOPIC].
Show details:
Podcast name: [YOUR SHOW]
Episode format: [SOLO/INTERVIEW/CO-HOSTED]
Typical length: [MINUTES]
Audience: [WHO LISTENS]
Main topic: [WHAT THIS EPISODE COVERS]
Generate episode structure:
**Cold Open** (30-60 seconds)
Hook: Teaser of most interesting moment
Example: "By the end of this episode, you'll know exactly how to..."
Purpose: Make them want to keep listening
**Intro** (1-2 minutes)
Welcome: Show name and episode number
Topic: What you're covering today
Why it matters: Relevance to audience
What they'll learn: 3 key takeaways
Guest intro (if applicable): Who they are and why they're here
**Main Content** (Bulk of episode)
Segment 1: [TOPIC/QUESTION]
Key points to cover (3-5 bullets)
Story or example
Transition to next segment
Segment 2: [TOPIC/QUESTION]
Key points to cover (3-5 bullets)
Story or example
Transition to next segment
Segment 3: [TOPIC/QUESTION]
Key points to cover (3-5 bullets)
Story or example
Wrap-up point
**Practical Takeaways** (3-5 minutes)
Action 1: What listeners can do today
Action 2: What to implement this week
Action 3: Long-term strategy
Resource mention: Link in show notes
**Closing** (2-3 minutes)
Recap: Quick summary of main points
CTA: Subscribe, rate, review
Next episode tease: What's coming
Where to find you: Social handles
Thank you: Appreciate listeners
**Show Notes Template**
Episode title
Guest name and bio (if applicable)
Timestamps for each segment
Resources mentioned
Links discussed
How to connect with guest
Next episode preview🎯 HOW TO USE IT:
Pick your episode topic
Generate the outline
Fill in specific talking points
Print it out for recording reference
Don't read it verbatim - use as guide
💡 PRO TIP: The best podcast episodes feel conversational but aren't wandering. An outline keeps you on track without sounding scripted. Hit your points but let natural tangents happen.
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See you tomorrow!
Penny @Promptular
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