Episode show notes template
Good show notes help an episode get found, skimmed and shared. This SEO-friendly structure gives listeners (and search engines) a reason to click and stay.
0/2 filled - the rest of the [prompts] you finish in your copy.
[Episode title - clear, keyword-aware, names the guest + topic] [1-2 sentence hook: who the guest is and the single most valuable thing listeners will get.] In this episode of [Show name], [Guest name] ([title], [company]) and [host] dig into [topic]. [One more sentence of context.] WHAT YOU'LL LEARN - [Takeaway 1] - [Takeaway 2] - [Takeaway 3] TIMESTAMPS 00:00 - Intro 02:30 - [Section] 10:15 - [Section] 22:40 - [Section] 30:00 - [Closing / CTA] ABOUT THE GUEST [Guest name] is [one-line bio]. Find them at [guest link]. LINKS & MENTIONS - [Resource / company / book mentioned] - [Guest's website / LinkedIn] LISTEN & SUBSCRIBE [Apple] | [Spotify] | [YouTube] Subscribe so you never miss an episode.
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How to fill it in
Write a keyword-aware title
Name the guest and the topic in plain language. This is what gets the episode found in search and on YouTube.
Add real timestamps
Timestamps help listeners jump to what they want and improve discovery on platforms that index them. They take minutes and add real value.
Include the links
Every resource and the guest's profile - it's useful for listeners and a courtesy that makes guests more likely to share.
Common mistakes
- A one-line description that tells nobody why to listen.
- No timestamps, so listeners can't find the bit they care about.
- Forgetting to link and tag the guest, who would otherwise have shared it.
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Frequently asked questions
What should podcast show notes include?
A keyword-aware title, a short hook, a summary, key takeaways, timestamps, an about-the-guest section, links and mentions, and subscribe links. Aim to help both listeners and search engines.
Do show notes help podcast SEO?
Yes. Well-structured notes with a clear title, summary and timestamps make episodes more discoverable in search and on platforms like YouTube, and give listeners a reason to click.