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Podcast Episode Outline

Bullet points instead of a full script preserve natural conversation energy. The emotional arc structure keeps listeners engaged instead of front-loading all the value.

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Prompt

Create a detailed podcast episode outline for a {{episode_format}} episode about "{{episode_topic}}".

Show: {{show_name}} — {{show_description}}
Episode length: {{target_length}} minutes
Audience: {{audience}}

Structure:
1. Cold open (30 sec) — teaser of the most interesting moment/insight
2. Intro + episode context (2 min)
3. Main segments ({{num_segments}} segments, each with a time estimate):
   - Key talking points (not a script — bullet points I can riff on)
   - One specific story, example, or data point per segment
   - Transition phrase to the next segment
4. {{ad_placement}} — natural ad/sponsor break point
5. Rapid-fire or audience Q&A section (optional)
6. Key takeaway + CTA (what should the listener do after this episode?)
7. Outro + next episode teaser

Emotional arc: Start with {{opening_energy}}, build to the most provocative point by segment {{peak_segment}}, then bring it home with actionable advice.

Variables to customize

{{episode_format}}{{episode_topic}}{{show_name}}{{show_description}}{{target_length}}{{audience}}{{num_segments}}{{ad_placement}}{{opening_energy}}{{peak_segment}}

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Bullet points instead of a full script preserve natural conversation energy. The emotional arc structure keeps listeners engaged instead of front-loading all the value.

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