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What is Alitu Showplanner?

Alitu Showplanner helps new podcasters plan and structure their shows using AI assistance. The tool guides you through the setup process, covering show concept, target audience, episode structure, and publishing strategy. It's designed for people who want to start podcasting but aren't sure where to begin or how to organise their ideas. Rather than being a full production tool, Showplanner focuses on the planning phase, helping you clarify your show's direction before you record. It works on a freemium model, so you can try the basic planning features without paying upfront.

Key Features

AI-guided show planning

answers questions about your podcast concept, format, and audience to help shape your vision

Episode structure templates

generates outlines and segment ideas based on your show type

Publishing strategy suggestions

advises on episode length, frequency, and release schedules

Show description generator

creates compelling show summaries for podcast directories

Audience analysis

helps you define and understand your target listeners

Export and organisation

saves your show plan in a shareable format for reference

Pros & Cons

Advantages

  • Frees you from blank-page paralysis when starting a podcast
  • Free tier lets you test the planning process without commitment
  • AI responses are tailored to your show's specific genre and goals
  • Outputs can be downloaded and shared with co-hosts or collaborators

Limitations

  • Planning tool only; doesn't handle recording, editing, or publishing
  • Limited value for experienced podcasters who already have their format figured out
  • Relies on AI suggestions, which may need refinement based on your actual audience and niche knowledge

Use Cases

Someone with a podcast idea but no clear plan for format or structure

First-time podcasters deciding on episode length and release schedule

Teams collaborating on a new show and needing a shared plan document

Content creators exploring whether podcasting fits their overall strategy

People needing help writing an appealing show description for directories