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Podcast Launch Checklist Template

Work through a concrete podcast launch checklist covering audience, naming, pilot, artwork, metadata and publication checks. Download Word or PDF.

Free without an account. Original Podcastools example, materially reviewed October 2, 2026.

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A planning checklist does not publish or host your show. Directory approval, release dates and audience growth remain outside these downloads.

Plan the show

  • [ ] Identify one listener problem and the show promise.
  • [ ] Compare format options and test production capacity.
  • [ ] Research exact directory name matches; review uncertain social and legal availability separately.
  • [ ] Prepare a pilot outline and confirm guest permission where needed.

Prepare and review the pilot

  • [ ] Test microphones, levels and the actual recording setup.
  • [ ] Keep original audio; compare cleanup results for artifacts.
  • [ ] Correct names, claims and resource links in your source transcript.
  • [ ] Export readable cover art and check the thumbnail.
  • [ ] Review the final MP3 metadata and audio playback.

Publish through your chosen host

  • [ ] Confirm the public RSS feed's title, description, artwork and episode enclosure.
  • [ ] Check your host's and directories' current submission requirements.
  • [ ] Review show notes and a correctly sized promotion asset.
  • [ ] Verify the published episode links and listening experience.
  • [ ] Record launch date, actual feedback and a sustainable next production slot.

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Podcast Name Checker: Check an original naming example

Input: Independent Ledger

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Submit deliberately. Inspect directory status, then open each manual link. Live matches may change.

Original Podcastools example, reviewed October 1, 2026; illustrative details are not customer claims.

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