New podcast hosts and content creators
Planning the first episode of a new tabletop RPG podcast
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About
The 'Podcast ideas about Roleplaying' mind map template offers 150 structured nodes across 12 major branches, providing a comprehensive framework for tabletop RPG podcasters. It covers episode planning, segment ideas, and player/GM perspectives, with specific nodes like 'The Actor', 'The Explorer', and 'GM-styles'. This template serves as a cheat sheet for content creation, ensuring balanced episodes with segments such as 'Player's Corner', 'GM's Corner', and 'Storytime'. Designed for both new and experienced hosts, it includes a 'What should be in each episode' branch with detailed outlines for Episode 1 and 2, making it an essential tool for consistent podcast production.
Terms and ConditionsWhen to use this template
Experienced RPG podcasters seeking consistency
Structuring recurring segments like player tips and GM advice
Podcast hosts and RPG enthusiasts
Brainstorming character archetypes and playstyles for discussion
How to use this template
Step 1
Launch and Explore the Template
Open the file in Xmind to browse the twelve major branches including player perspectives and GM styles.
Step 2
Customize Content and Episode Structure
Replace the placeholder nodes with your own session stories and adjust the episode planning outlines to fit your specific podcast format.
Step 3
Export for Production and Sharing
Save your completed mind map as an image or PDF to use as a recording checklist or to share with your co-hosts.
Frequently asked questions
The template includes 150 nodes across 12 branches covering topics, reviews, player and GM corners, storytime, news, boardgames, and a detailed episode structure for Episode 1 and 2.
Open the .xmind file in Xmind, then customize each branch like 'Player's Corner' or 'GM's Corner' with your own content. Use the 'What should be in each episode' section as a checklist for episode structure.
Yes, the template is free to use and fully editable in Xmind. You can add, remove, or rearrange nodes to fit your podcast's style.
The template lists archetypes like 'The Actor', 'The Explorer', 'The Instigator', 'The Powergamer', 'The Slayer', 'The Storyteller', 'The Thinker', and 'The Watcher', each with descriptions and GM focus.
The template includes sections for co-host introductions and guest roles, but it's flexible enough for solo hosts by adapting the 'Misc' and 'Personal stuff' branches.
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