Define my podcast's concept, format, and name
A sharp show concept with a target listener, a repeatable format, name options, and a trailer script.
The prompt
Help me define my podcast before I record anything. This is step 1 of a 4-step podcast launch pack; later steps (season plan, show notes, promotion) can use what we decide here.
Topic area: [e.g. bootstrapped SaaS, nursing careers, home cooking on a budget]
Why me: [my experience, access, or angle]
Who I want listening: [a specific person - job, situation, what they're struggling with]
Why I'm doing this: [e.g. build authority, generate leads, community, fun]
Time I can commit per week: [HOURS]
Shows I like and what I'd do differently: [OPTIONAL]
Work through:
1. The promise: one sentence finishing "Listeners will be able to..." Test it: is it specific enough that the target listener would choose it over the 10 shows already in their app?
2. Format options (3): e.g. solo, interview, co-host, narrative, with episode length, cadence, and the production effort for each. Recommend one that fits my weekly hours.
3. Recurring segments: 2-3 repeatable elements that make episodes feel like the same show.
4. Name options (8): clear over clever and searchable. Remind me to check availability in podcast directories, domains, social handles, and trademarks before deciding.
5. Show description (under 4,000 characters, front-load the first 150) for directories.
6. Trailer script (60-90 seconds): who it's for, what they'll get, how often, call to subscribe.
Be honest if the concept is too broad or the time budget doesn't fit the format.
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What to fill in
- my experience, access, or angle
- e.g. build authority, generate leads, community, fun
- HOURS
- OPTIONAL
How this prompt is built
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