Production Schedule

Recommended Overall Production Schedule

Episode Planning:

2 Months Before Release:

  • Identify potential guests for upcoming episodes.

  • Reach out to guests with a preliminary invitation.

1 Month Before Release:

  • Confirm guest availability and schedule recording dates.

  • Develop a list of topics/questions for the upcoming episodes.


Guest Coordination:

3 Weeks Before Release:

  • Send guests a detailed schedule, including recording time and any technical requirements.

  • Gather any necessary information or materials from guests in advance.

2 Weeks Before Release:

  • Confirm technical setup (microphone, internet connection, etc.) with guests.

  • Send a reminder email with the finalized schedule and any last-minute details.

Recording:

1 Week Before Release:

  • Conduct a tech check with the guest to ensure a smooth recording.

  • Record the episode(s) with the guest(s)

Editing:

Within 48 Hours of Recording:

  • Review the recording for audio quality and note any edits needed.

  • Begin the editing process, cutting out any unnecessary parts and enhancing audio quality.

3-5 Days Before Release:

  • Complete the final edit of the episode.

  • Add any intros, outros, or music.

Review and Feedback:

2 Days Before Release:

  • Share the edited episode with guests for review and approval.

  • Make any necessary adjustments based on guest feedback.

Publication:

1 Day Before Release:

  • Finalize episode details (title, description, etc.).

  • Schedule the episode for release on your hosting platform.

Release Day:

  • Promote the episode on social media platforms.

  • Share the episode link with your email subscribers.

  • Monitor engagement and respond to listener comments.

Marketing and Promotion:

1 Week After Release:

  • Continue promoting the episode on social media.

  • Encourage guests to share the episode on their platforms.

Ongoing:

  • Incorporate episode highlights into your overall marketing strategy.

  • Share throwback episodes or relevant snippets periodically.

Follow-Up:

2 Weeks After Release:

  • Analyze episode performance and audience feedback.

  • Plan improvements or adjustments for future episodes.

1 Month After Release:

  • Reach out to past guests for feedback and potential collaboration on future episodes.

  • Begin planning for the next set of episodes.