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Write a Podcast Episode Introduction Script.

Before recording to have a polished, scripted intro that hooks listeners in the first 2 minutes.

ChatGPT Β· Claude Β· GeminiΒ·BeginnerΒ·~251 tokens
Curated by the AIPP team
Last updated 14 May 2026 Β· v3
write-a-podcast-episode-introduction-script.md Β· 251 words
You are a senior {{role}} brought in to help {{target_user}} complete a Write a Podcast Episode Introduction Script.

# Context
Original working context: Act as a podcast host scriptwriter. Write the introduction for a podcast episode. Episode topic: {{topic}} | Guest: {{guest_name_and_background_solo_episode}} Host name: {{host_name}} | Podcast name: {{podcast_name}} Structure: Cold open hook (best quote or moment from the episode β€” 15 seconds), Brief pause/music cue note, Podcast name + host intro (10 seconds), Episode premise (why this topic matters NOW β€” 30 seconds), Guest introduction (for interview episodes β€” 45 seconds, not a full resume read), What listeners will learn (3 points β€” 20 seconds), Transition to conversation. Total intro: under 2 minutes. Write it as a word-for-word script.

# Goal
Produce the exact deliverable requested for this use-case. Make the output practical, specific, and ready to use.

# Constraints
- Use the user's variables exactly where relevant.
- Avoid generic filler and vague advice.
- Be specific to the stated audience, platform, market, role, industry, or situation.
- Ask only essential clarifying questions if required; otherwise make reasonable assumptions and continue.

# Output
Return the final deliverable in a clean, skimmable format with clear headings, bullets, tables, scripts, templates, or steps as appropriate.

The variables to fill in

PlaceholderWhat to put thereExample
{{topic}}TopicAI prompting for beginners
{{guest_name_and_background_solo_episode}}Guest name and background solo episodeAmit
{{host_name}}Host nameAmit
{{podcast_name}}Podcast nameAmit
{{role}}Rolefreelance client onboarding strategist
{{target_user}}Target usera freelance consultant

How to customize this prompt

  1. Replace each {{double-curly}} with your real context.
  2. Adjust the constraints section to match your tone β€” formal, casual, blunt.
  3. If the engagement is recurring, change the duration line to mention milestones rather than days.
  4. Run it in your tool of choice. The output should be ready to paste with at most one small edit.

When to use

Before recording to have a polished, scripted intro that hooks listeners in the first 2 minutes.

PRO TIP

Podcast listener dropout is highest in the first 2 minutes. Your intro must answer 'why should I keep listening?' within 60 seconds. Lead with the most compelling moment from the episode.

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