Running a podcast involves more than recording conversations. Each episode needs a topic, structure, guest research, questions, intros, show notes and promotion. AI prompts help podcasters prepare efficiently and keep episodes focused. Always verify facts about guests and topics before recording.
At a Glance: Use prompts for episode ideas, outlines, guest questions, intros and outros, show notes, titles and promotional posts.
Episode Ideas
- Suggest 20 episode ideas for a podcast about [niche] for [audience].
- Suggest a 10-episode season theme for a [niche] podcast.
- Suggest controversial-but-respectful debate topics for [niche].
Episode Structure
- Create an outline for a 30-minute solo episode about [topic].
- Suggest segments for a weekly news-style podcast about [industry].
Interview Preparation
- Suggest 15 interview questions for a guest who is a [profession] known for [work].
- Suggest follow-up questions if the guest mentions [topic].
- Write a short guest introduction based on this bio: [bio].
Intros and Outros
- Write a 30-second episode intro for “[episode title]”.
- Write a closing script encouraging listeners to follow and share.
Show Notes and Titles
- Write show notes with summary and key takeaways from these notes: [notes].
- Suggest 10 episode titles for an episode about [topic].
- Create timestamp-style chapter titles for this outline: [outline].
Promotion
- Write three social posts promoting this episode: [summary].
- Suggest short clip moments to share from this transcript summary: [summary].
- Write a newsletter blurb announcing the new episode.
Episode Checklist
| — | — |
|---|---|
| Before | Topic, outline, guest research |
| During | Good audio, follow-up questions |
| After | Edit, show notes, promotion |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can AI write a podcast script?
It can draft outlines and scripts, but natural delivery matters.
How long should show notes be?
A short summary, key points and links are usually enough.
Should I share AI-made notes without checking?
No, always verify names, facts and links.
Conclusion
AI prompts make podcast preparation and promotion more efficient. Plan focused episodes, prepare thoughtful questions and create helpful show notes to grow your audience.
