Free, no sign-up to start: the plan opens as a live, editable Gantt chart. 13 tasks across 4 phases, about 15 weeks if every task runs in sequence.
What's in the template
Show concept and audience
Format, length and cadence
Episode outlines
Equipment and recording setup
Cover artwork and intro music
Record launch episodes
Editing and show notes
Hosting setup and RSS feed
Directory submissions and approval
Trailer published
Launch day
Launch week promotion
Regular release schedule
| Phase | Task | Example duration |
|---|---|---|
| Plan | Show concept and audience | 5 days |
| Plan | Format, length and cadence | 3 days |
| Plan | Episode outlines | 7 days |
| Produce | Equipment and recording setup | 5 days |
| Produce | Cover artwork and intro music | 10 days |
| Produce | Record launch episodes | 14 days |
| Produce | Editing and show notes | 14 days |
| Publish | Hosting setup and RSS feed | 2 days |
| Publish | Directory submissions and approval | 7 days |
| Publish | Trailer published | 1 day |
| Launch | Launch day | 1 day |
| Launch | Launch week promotion | 7 days |
| Launch | Regular release schedule | 30 days |
Durations are examples to replace with your own estimates, not benchmarks.
About this podcast launch plan
New podcasts often launch with several episodes ready so listeners can binge and the publishing schedule has a buffer. This plan builds that batch into the schedule, along with artwork, hosting setup and submission to podcast directories.
It fits an independent or company podcast with a regular release cadence.
Who it's for: Independent creators, marketing teams and agencies launching a show.
How to use it
- Open the plan. Click Open in the editor.
- Set launch day. Adjust production durations until launch day lands on your target date.
- Leave review time. Keep the directory submission row; approvals can take time.
- Share with guests. Send a read-only link to co-hosts and guests.
Planning tips
- Publish a trailer early so directories list the show before launch.
- Record more episodes than you plan to release at launch.
- Batch editing to keep a consistent sound.
Frequently asked questions
- How many episodes should I launch with?
- Many shows launch with a few episodes so new listeners have more than one to try. Choose what you can sustain.
- Do I need hosting?
- Yes. A podcast host stores audio and generates the RSS feed that directories read.
- Can I plan a full season?
- Yes. Add a row per episode with recording and editing dates.
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The free plan saves one project. Downloads (PDF, CSV) and more projects are on Solo, $12/month.