Podcast Intro and Outro Script Templates (18)

A podcast intro script should say the show name, who it is for and what this episode gives them in 15 to 30 seconds, which is about 38 to 75 words. Below are 18 copy-ready intro and outro templates, plus 4 sponsor and AI voice disclosure lines. Type your show details once, check the live word count, and copy the one that fits.

Key Takeaways

Length: a short intro fits in 15 seconds (about 38 words at 150 words per minute) and a full intro in 30 seconds (about 75 words).

Every intro answers three questions: what is this show, who is it for, and what will I get today.

The outro does one job: ask for one action, such as subscribing, reviewing or visiting your site, then say goodbye.

Write for the ear: short sentences, spoken words, and the show name said at least once.

Say sponsors and AI voices out loud: the FTC expects a spoken disclosure for a spoken endorsement, and Apple Podcasts asks shows with AI voices to disclose it in each episode.

Export tip: Apple Podcasts asks for about -16 LKFS (±1 dB) with true peak at or below -1 dBFS, so master the finished episode, not the intro alone.

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Intro and outro scripts

Choose a set. Each label shows the live word count and the spoken length at 150 words per minute, and turns red if a script runs over its slot.

Short podcast intro templates

Use a short intro when listeners return often. It names the show, says the promise and gets out of the way.

1. Quick and clean 19 words · ≈ 8 s of 15 s

This is [Show name], the show about [show topic]. I'm [Host name]. Today: [your promise]. Let's get into it.

2. Interview show 21 words · ≈ 8 s of 15 s

Welcome to [Show name]. I'm your host, [Host name]. Today I'm talking with [Guest name] about [show topic]. Stay with us.

3. Solo and educational 26 words · ≈ 10 s of 15 s

Hi, I'm [Host name], and you're listening to [Show name]. Every episode, I break down [show topic] so you can use it right away. Here's today's.

4. News or daily briefing 26 words · ≈ 10 s of 15 s

Good morning, and welcome to [Show name]. I'm [Host name] with the latest on [show topic]. New episodes [release day]. Here's what you need to know.

5. Casual and funny 29 words · ≈ 12 s of 15 s

Hey, it's [Host name], and this is [Show name], where we talk about [show topic] so you don't have to figure it out alone. Grab a coffee. We're starting.

6. Cold open, then title 14 words · ≈ 6 s of 15 s

Today, [your promise]. That's coming up on [Show name]. I'm [Host name]. Let's begin.

Full podcast intro templates

Use a full intro for a new show, a season opener or a format that needs a little setup. Keep it under 30 seconds.

7. First-time listener welcome 40 words · ≈ 16 s of 30 s

Welcome to [Show name]. I'm [Host name], and this show is for anyone who wants to understand [show topic] without the jargon. New episodes come out [release day]. Today, [your promise]. Find notes and links at [website]. Ready? Let's go.

8. Interview with guest setup 38 words · ≈ 15 s of 30 s

You're listening to [Show name], conversations about [show topic]. I'm [Host name]. My guest today is [Guest name], and we get into [your promise]. If you want the links we mention, they're at [website]. Let's meet [Guest name].

9. Storytelling 31 words · ≈ 12 s of 30 s

Every story starts somewhere. This is [Show name], true stories about [show topic], told by me, [Host name]. Tonight's story: [your promise]. Find more at [website]. Settle in, and listen closely.

10. Business and B2B 38 words · ≈ 15 s of 30 s

Welcome to [Show name], the podcast for people who work in [show topic]. I'm [Host name]. Each episode, we cut straight to what works and what doesn't. Today, [your promise]. Get the full notes at [website]. Let's start.

11. Two co-hosts 39 words · ≈ 16 s of 30 s

Welcome back to [Show name]! I'm [Host name], and I'm here with my co-host, as always, to talk [show topic]. This week, [your promise]. New episodes land [release day], and everything we mention is at [website]. Let's dive in.

12. Trailer or season opener 41 words · ≈ 16 s of 30 s

Coming soon: [Show name]. A new show about [show topic], hosted by [Host name]. In every episode, [your promise]. New episodes arrive [release day]. Search for [Show name] in your podcast app, and follow so you don't miss the first one.

Podcast outro templates

An outro does one job. Ask for one action, say where to go, and sign off.

13. Subscribe 33 words · ≈ 13 s of 20 s

That's the end of this episode of [Show name]. If it helped, follow the show in your podcast app so the next one finds you [release day]. I'm [Host name]. Thanks for listening.

14. Ask for a review 35 words · ≈ 14 s of 20 s

Thanks for listening to [Show name]. If you enjoyed it, leave a short rating or review in your podcast app. It means a lot to a small show. I'm [Host name]. See you next time.

15. Tease the next episode 23 words · ≈ 9 s of 20 s

Next time on [Show name], we keep going with [show topic]. You'll hear it [release day]. I'm [Host name]. Until then, take care.

16. Thank the guest and point to notes 29 words · ≈ 12 s of 20 s

A big thank you to [Guest name] for joining us. You'll find the links from today's conversation at [website]. This was [Show name]. I'm [Host name]. Goodbye for now.

17. Newsletter or community 23 words · ≈ 9 s of 20 s

Want more of [show topic]? Join us at [website]. That's [website]. You're listening to [Show name] with [Host name]. Thanks for being here.

18. Ten-second sign-off 9 words · ≈ 4 s of 10 s

That's [Show name]. I'm [Host name]. Thanks for listening.

Sponsor reads and AI voice disclosure lines

Say a sponsor tie before the read, in the same voice and at the same pace as the rest of the episode.

19. Sponsor mention in the intro 25 words · ≈ 10 s of 15 s

Today's episode is sponsored by [Sponsor]. They paid for this mention, and I'll tell you more about them halfway through. Now, on with the show.

20. Mid-roll sponsor read 57 words · ≈ 23 s of 30 s

This episode of [Show name] is sponsored by [Sponsor]. [One sentence on what they do.] What I like about them is [one honest reason, only if it's true]. Right now, listeners get [offer] at [sponsor website] with the code [code]. That's [sponsor website], code [code]. Thanks to [Sponsor] for supporting the show. Now, back to [show topic].

21. AI voice disclosure, spoken 21 words · ≈ 8 s of 10 s

A quick note: parts of this episode use an AI-generated voice. [Host name] wrote and checked every word of the script.

22. AI voice disclosure, show notes for the episode description, not read aloud

This episode of [Show name] uses an AI-generated voice for [the intro and outro / the narration]. The script was written and reviewed by [Host name].

The mid-roll read asks for an honest reason. Only say you use or like a product if it’s true. For other platforms’ AI labels, use our AI voice disclosure generator.

Script ready? Paste it into Kveeky, pick a voice, set the speed so it lands on 15 or 30 seconds, and download an MP3 you can drop into your editor.

Voice your intro free

How do you write a podcast intro in four parts?

Every template above uses the same four parts. Use them to write your own.

Name the show. Say the show name early, and once more near the end if the intro is long.
Say who it is for. One short phrase about the topic or the listener, such as "for people who run small shops".
Make one promise. What will the listener get today? Keep it specific and true.
Add one next step, then start. A website, a release day, or nothing at all. Then hand over to the episode.

Write for the ear. Use short sentences, read the script aloud, and cut any line you stumble on. Our guide to pauses, emphasis and pacing shows how to make a short read sound relaxed rather than rushed.

Keep the same structure every week and change only the promise. For a stronger start, open with a one-line hook about today’s episode before the theme music, as in the cold open template.

Intro vs outro: what goes where

Part	Intro	Outro
Main job	Keep new listeners past the first minute	Turn a listener into a follower
Suggested length	15 to 30 seconds of speech	Up to 20 seconds of speech
Must include	Show name, host, who it is for, one promise	Thank-you, one call to action, sign-off
Sponsor tie	Say it before or at the start of the read	Thank the sponsor if they’re named
AI voice used?	A short spoken disclosure line works here	Repeat it in the show notes

Suggested lengths are our editorial guidance, not a platform rule.

Does your intro fit? Paste it and check the length

Paste your edited intro or outro. The counter shows the live word count and the spoken length. Set the target to 15 or 30 seconds to see your word budget.

For longer scripts, use the full words to minutes calculator.

Slot	Words at 130 wpm	Words at 150 wpm	Words at 170 wpm
10 seconds	About 22 words	About 25 words	About 28 words
15 seconds	About 33 words	About 38 words	About 43 words
20 seconds	About 43 words	About 50 words	About 57 words
30 seconds	About 65 words	About 75 words	About 85 words

The 150 words per minute column uses the average rate for US English speakers from the National Center for Voice and Speech. The other columns apply the same sum to slower and faster reads.

When to disclose sponsors and AI voices

Market or platform	What the source says	What to put in your script
US (FTC)	If an endorsement is made out loud, the disclosure should also be made out loud.	Say “sponsored by” or “paid for by” in the audio, not only in the show notes.
UK (CAP Code 2.1)	Marketing communications must be obviously identifiable as such.	Make it clear a sponsor read is an ad before it starts.
Apple Podcasts (guideline 1.11)	Shows using synthetic voices or AI-generated hosts must prominently disclose it in the content and metadata of each episode and show.	Use the spoken and show-notes disclosure lines above.
Apple Podcasts (guideline 1.7)	Creators must only include content they have the rights to use.	Use licensed theme music and stings.

This is general information, not legal advice.

Before you publish: podcast intro and outro checklist

Check	Why it matters
Show name said clearly	New listeners need it, and a clear name is easier to search for
Under 30 seconds	A short intro gets listeners to the episode quicker
Hook comes before the theme music	Listeners hear why this episode matters first
One promise, one action	Two asks in an outro split attention
Website said as you would say it	”smallbusinesshour dot com” is easier to hear than a long address
Music does not cover the voice	Duck the music under the words
Finished episode measured for loudness	Apple Podcasts asks for about -16 LKFS (±1 dB); see the loudness chart
Sponsor tie said out loud	The FTC expects a spoken disclosure for a spoken endorsement
AI voice labelled where required	Apple Podcasts asks for it in content and metadata; check other platforms with the AI voice disclosure generator
Music licensed for podcast use	Apple asks creators to use only content they have the rights to
Paid plan for a sponsored or business show	Paid Kveeky plans include commercial usage rights

How Kveeky helps you produce a podcast intro

Kveeky gives your show a consistent voice for the intro and outro, so you can change a release day or a call to action without booking a studio.

700+ voices in 40+ languagesChoose a voice that matches the show, in American, British, Australian, Canadian or Indian English and many other languages.

Speed from 0.5× to 2×Slow a warm intro down or tighten it to land on 15 or 30 seconds.

Six emotion presetsChoose from Neutral, Happy, Love, Angry, Calm and Sad to set the mood of the intro.

Custom pronunciationsTeach the voice how to say your show name, your name and your guests' names.

MP3 or WAV downloadTake a WAV into your editor, add your theme music, then export for your podcast host.

Free plan, paid plans for shows with sponsorsThe free plan gives 500 credits a month, about 40 seconds of standard voices. Every paid plan includes commercial usage rights; see pricing.

See more podcast use cases on our AI voiceover for podcasts page. New to podcasting? Read how to start a podcast with AI voices, or write the rest of the episode with our AI voiceover script guide.

Frequently asked questions

How long should a podcast intro be?

Between 15 and 30 seconds suits most shows, which is about 38 to 75 words at 150 words per minute. That is a common-sense guide rather than a platform rule, so test what keeps your own listeners.

What should I say in a podcast intro?

Say the show name, who the show is for, and what this episode gives the listener. Add your host name and, if it helps, your release day.

What should I say at the end of a podcast?

Thank the listener, ask for one action such as following the show, leaving a review or visiting your website, and sign off. Keep it under 20 seconds.

Can I use an AI voice for my podcast intro?

Yes. Write the script, choose a voice and download the audio. Apple Podcasts asks shows that use synthetic voices to disclose it in each episode’s content and metadata. For other platforms, use our AI voice disclosure generator to check the wording.

Do I have to say a podcast episode is sponsored?

In the US, the FTC says a spoken endorsement should have a spoken disclosure. In the UK, the CAP Code requires ads to be obviously identifiable. Say the sponsor tie in the audio before the read.

How many words is a 30-second podcast intro?

About 75 words at the average US speaking rate of 150 words per minute. Leave room for pauses and music, so 60 to 70 words is a safer target.

Sources

Average speaking rate of about 150 words per minute: National Center for Voice and Speech, “Voice Qualities”, retrieved 16 October 2026.
Podcast loudness, true peak, formats and bitrates: Apple Podcasts for Creators, “Audio requirements”, retrieved 16 October 2026.
Synthetic voice disclosure (guideline 1.11) and rights to content (guideline 1.7): Apple Podcasts for Creators, “Apple Podcasts content and subscription guidelines”, retrieved 16 October 2026.
Spoken disclosure for spoken endorsements: FTC, “FTC’s Endorsement Guides: What People Are Asking”, retrieved 16 October 2026.
UK rule that marketing must be obviously identifiable: ASA, CAP Code section 2, “Recognition of marketing communications”, retrieved 16 October 2026.
Kveeky formats, plans and rights: Kveeky pricing, retrieved 16 October 2026.

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