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EPISODE INSPIRATION
Keep things fresh
Consider mixing up the format of your episodes to keep your audience engaged.
The Basics
Don't be afraid to change your format.
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Most podcast have an established format of some sort. Having a format is a good foundation but don't feel you have to rigidly stick to that format all of the time.
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Shorter episodes are very impactful.
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If you normally do longer shows, consider throwing in some shorter "mini" shows. These create great engagement in accessible chunks.
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Use your back catalogue.
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Podcast are evergreen content so make sure to utilise them properly.
Format Inspiration
Mini Series​
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Consider creating a mini series around a key concept. If you normally release a half an hour episode on a topic, perhaps try running three shorter ten minute shows in succession to create some more bitesize content and spread out your episodes.
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Topical Update​
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If your industry witnesses some important news then have the confidence to address your audience on it. For example, let's say you run a podcast interviewing film directors and a new blockbuster is announced. Why not record a quick monologue with a timely update for listeners.​
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Best of​
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When you have a fairly extensive selection of episodes already available then why not consider releasing a "best of" episode where you outline some of the highlights of the last series.
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Top 10​
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A common technique in blogs and articles which also works very well in audio form. Create a top 10 list around your podcast subject matter. For example a fitness podcast might release a "Top 10 Workout Myths" episode.
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Guest Reflections​
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Consider alternating your interview episodes with shorter solo shows where you reflect on the points made in the interview.
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Back Catalogue​
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In a pinch, consider re-releasing a previous episode with a fresh intro. This works particularly well if you have a long running podcast where your audience may not have heard the early episodes.
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Download Rankings​
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Sometimes at the end of the year, or perhaps towards the end of a series, it can be nice to do a compilation of the most downloaded episodes. For example "The top 5 downloaded episodes of 2021". You can then have a snippet from each episode and a reflection from you, the host.
Have fun!
Remember that podcasts are a creative medium so feel free to express yourself. Hopefully these suggestions are a good starting point, but don't feel confined by them.
Do your own thing.