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Podcast Transcript Mining Authority Positioning
by @ncreighton
Extract guest appearances, speaking topics, and soundbites from podcast transcripts to build authority portfolios and generate podcast pitch templates. Use w...
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name: podcast-transcript-mining-authority-positioning description: "Extract guest appearances, speaking topics, and soundbites from podcast transcripts to build authority portfolios and generate podcast pitch templates. Use when the user needs to identify speaking opportunities, repurpose content, or position themselves as thought leaders." version: 1.0.0 homepage: https://github.com/ncreighton/empire-skills metadata: {"openclaw":{"requires":{"env":["OPENAI_API_KEY","GOOGLE_SEARCH_API_KEY","SLACK_WEBHOOK_URL"],"bins":["ffmpeg"]},"os":["macos","linux","win32"],"files":["SKILL.md"],"emoji":"🎙️"}}
Podcast Transcript Mining & Authority Positioning
Overview
This advanced content intelligence skill transforms raw podcast transcripts into strategic assets for thought leadership positioning. Whether you're a solopreneur, consultant, or agency, this skill automatically:
The skill integrates with Slack for notifications, Google Search for podcast discovery, WordPress for blog syndication of guest posts, and Zapier for workflow automation. It uses OpenAI's GPT-4 for semantic analysis and natural language extraction, ensuring intelligent identification of context-relevant content rather than simple keyword matching.
Why this matters: Manual transcript review takes 2-4 hours per episode. This skill processes an entire podcast season in minutes, surfacing your best moments and identifying 10-15 qualified podcast outreach targets automatically.
Quick Start
Example 1: Extract Soundbites from a Single Transcript
Upload my podcast transcript (PDF or text file) and extract the 5 most
quote-worthy moments about digital marketing strategy. Format them as
social media posts (280 characters) and LinkedIn posts (1,300 characters).
Example 2: Build a Guest Appearance Portfolio
I've appeared on 8 podcasts in the last 6 months. Here are the transcript
links: [list]. Create a professional guest appearance portfolio page in
Markdown format that I can add to my website. Include episode titles,
hosts, key topics discussed, and a 2-sentence bio for each appearance.
Example 3: Generate Podcast Pitch Templates
Analyze these 3 competitor transcripts and identify 15 podcasts in the
"B2B SaaS" and "Startup Founder" categories that would be perfect for me
as a guest. For each podcast, generate a personalized 150-word pitch email
that references something the host said in a recent episode.
Example 4: Discover Untapped Speaking Opportunities
Search for podcasts in my niche (executive coaching, tech founders) that
have 50K-500K monthly listeners. Identify which ones have never had a guest
with my background (10+ years in tech, 5 exits). Create a prioritized list
with contact information and suggested episode angles.
Example 5: Repurpose Content Across Channels
Extract all key insights from this podcast transcript and generate:
10 LinkedIn carousel slide ideas
1 blog post outline (1,500 words)
5 Twitter threads (5 tweets each)
3 TikTok/Shorts scripts (60 seconds)
1 email newsletter edition
Capabilities
1. Transcript Ingestion & Processing
2. Soundbite Extraction Engine
3. Authority Portfolio Builder
4. Podcast Pitch Generation
5. Audience Intelligence
6. Content Repurposing Automation
Configuration
Required Environment Variables
OPENAI_API_KEY=sk-... # GPT-4 access for semantic analysis
GOOGLE_SEARCH_API_KEY=AIza... # Podcast discovery and research
SLACK_WEBHOOK_URL=https://hooks.slack... # Notifications and team updates
WHISPER_API_KEY=sk-... # Audio transcription (optional, for MP3s)
WORDPRESS_API_KEY=... # WordPress integration (optional)
WORDPRESS_SITE_URL=https://yoursite.com # Your WordPress domain
Optional Configuration
# config.yml
extraction:
min_quote_length: 15 # Minimum words for soundbite
max_quote_length: 280 # Maximum words for social posts
sentiment_threshold: 0.7 # 0-1 scale for emotional moments
podcast_discovery:
listener_min: 10000 # Minimum monthly listeners
listener_max: 1000000 # Maximum monthly listeners
language: "en"
output_formats:
- linkedin_carousel
- twitter_thread
- blog_post
- email_newsletter
- slack_message
repurposing:
blog_word_count: 1500
email_subject_variants: 3
twitter_thread_length: 5
tiktok_duration: 60
Setup Instructions
Step 1: Connect Your Data Sources
# Link your podcast RSS feeds
openclaw podcast-mining add-feed https://feeds.example.com/podcast.xmlOr upload transcripts directly
openclaw podcast-mining upload ./transcripts/
Step 2: Configure Slack Notifications
# Get your Slack webhook URL from Slack App settings
Paste into SLACK_WEBHOOK_URL environment variable
Test connection:
openclaw podcast-mining test-slack
Step 3: Set Up WordPress Integration (Optional)
# Generate WordPress API token in Settings > REST API
openclaw podcast-mining configure-wordpress \
--site-url https://yoursite.com \
--api-key YOUR_KEY
Step 4: Customize Extraction Preferences
# Edit extraction rules for your niche
openclaw podcast-mining configure \
--min-quote-length 20 \
--sentiment-threshold 0.8 \
--output-formats linkedin_carousel,blog_post
Example Outputs
Output 1: Extracted Soundbites (JSON)
{
"episode": {
"title": "From Zero to $10M ARR: Scaling Your SaaS",
"host": "Sarah Chen",
"podcast": "The Founder's Journey",
"publish_date": "2024-01-15",
"listener_count": 125000,
"episode_url": "https://example.com/episode-42"
},
"soundbites": [
{
"quote": "The biggest mistake founders make is optimizing for growth before optimizing for retention. You can't scale a leaky bucket.",
"timestamp": "18:42",
"sentiment": 0.92,
"category": "business_strategy",
"social_post_280": "The biggest mistake founders make is optimizing for growth before optimizing for retention. You can't scale a leaky bucket. - [Your Name] on The Founder's Journey",
"linkedin_post": "\"The biggest mistake founders make is optimizing for growth before optimizing for retention. You can't scale a leaky bucket.\"\n\nThis insight from my recent appearance on The Founder's Journey resonates deeply with my experience scaling [Company]. Here's why retention should come first...",
"blog_pullquote": "The biggest mistake founders make is optimizing for growth before optimizing for retention. You can't scale a leaky bucket."
}
]
}
Output 2: Guest Appearance Portfolio (HTML)
Featured Guest Appearances
From Zero to $10M ARR: Scaling Your SaaS
Podcast: The Founder's Journey
Host: Sarah Chen
Date: January 15, 2024
Listeners: 125K/month
Topics: SaaS Scaling, Retention Strategy, Founder Mindset
"The biggest mistake founders make is optimizing for growth before
optimizing for retention."
Listen Now
Output 3: Podcast Pitch Template
Subject: Guest idea: [Your Name] on scaling SaaS retention (The Founder's Journey listener here!)Hi Sarah,
I've been a long-time listener of The Founder's Journey—your recent episode
with [Previous Guest] on founder burnout really hit home. I've faced similar
challenges scaling [Your Company] from $0 to $5M ARR.
I'd love to be a guest and dive into a topic your audience clearly cares about:
How to prioritize retention over growth when you're under pressure to scale.
In my experience:
Most founders optimize for growth metrics first (which is backwards)
A 5% improvement in retention compounds to 50%+ revenue impact
This shift in mindset saved us $2M in acquisition costs I think your listeners would find this perspective valuable, especially founders
in the 6-12 month growth stage.
Would you be open to a 45-minute conversation? I'm flexible on timing.
Best,
[Your Name]
[Your Title]
[Your Website]
Output 4: Content Repurposing Bundle (LinkedIn Carousel)
# LinkedIn Carousel: "5 Lessons from 8 Podcast Guest Appearances"Slide 1: "I've appeared on 8 podcasts in 6 months. Here are the 5 biggest
lessons that surprised me about audience building, positioning, and growth."
Slide 2: "Lesson 1: Your best content isn't what you think it is. The moments
that got the most engagement were unscripted, vulnerable, and messy—not polished
talking points."
Slide 3: "Lesson 2: Podcast listeners are HUNGRY for specific, tactical advice.
Generic frameworks don't work. They want the exact playbook you used."
Slide 4: "Lesson 3: Host chemistry matters more than topic. The best episodes
were with hosts who challenged me, asked follow-ups, and weren't afraid to
disagree."
Slide 5: "Lesson 4: Repurposing is non-negotiable. One 45-min episode generated
12 pieces of content, 50K+ impressions, and 3 qualified leads."
Slide 6: "Lesson 5: Guest appearances compound. Each appearance makes the next
one easier. Hosts see your previous appearances and trust you more."
Tips & Best Practices
1. Optimize for Soundbite Quality
2. Build a Strategic Podcast List
3. Personalize Every Pitch
4. Repurpose Strategically
5. Measure What Matters
6. Scale Your Outreach
💡 Examples
Example 1: Extract Soundbites from a Single Transcript
Upload my podcast transcript (PDF or text file) and extract the 5 most
quote-worthy moments about digital marketing strategy. Format them as
social media posts (280 characters) and LinkedIn posts (1,300 characters).
Example 2: Build a Guest Appearance Portfolio
I've appeared on 8 podcasts in the last 6 months. Here are the transcript
links: [list]. Create a professional guest appearance portfolio page in
Markdown format that I can add to my website. Include episode titles,
hosts, key topics discussed, and a 2-sentence bio for each appearance.
Example 3: Generate Podcast Pitch Templates
Analyze these 3 competitor transcripts and identify 15 podcasts in the
"B2B SaaS" and "Startup Founder" categories that would be perfect for me
as a guest. For each podcast, generate a personalized 150-word pitch email
that references something the host said in a recent episode.
Example 4: Discover Untapped Speaking Opportunities
Search for podcasts in my niche (executive coaching, tech founders) that
have 50K-500K monthly listeners. Identify which ones have never had a guest
with my background (10+ years in tech, 5 exits). Create a prioritized list
with contact information and suggested episode angles.
Example 5: Repurpose Content Across Channels
Extract all key insights from this podcast transcript and generate:
10 LinkedIn carousel slide ideas
1 blog post outline (1,500 words)
5 Twitter threads (5 tweets each)
3 TikTok/Shorts scripts (60 seconds)
1 email newsletter edition
⚙️ Configuration
Required Environment Variables
OPENAI_API_KEY=sk-... # GPT-4 access for semantic analysis
GOOGLE_SEARCH_API_KEY=AIza... # Podcast discovery and research
SLACK_WEBHOOK_URL=https://hooks.slack... # Notifications and team updates
WHISPER_API_KEY=sk-... # Audio transcription (optional, for MP3s)
WORDPRESS_API_KEY=... # WordPress integration (optional)
WORDPRESS_SITE_URL=https://yoursite.com # Your WordPress domain
Optional Configuration
# config.yml
extraction:
min_quote_length: 15 # Minimum words for soundbite
max_quote_length: 280 # Maximum words for social posts
sentiment_threshold: 0.7 # 0-1 scale for emotional moments
podcast_discovery:
listener_min: 10000 # Minimum monthly listeners
listener_max: 1000000 # Maximum monthly listeners
language: "en"
output_formats:
- linkedin_carousel
- twitter_thread
- blog_post
- email_newsletter
- slack_message
repurposing:
blog_word_count: 1500
email_subject_variants: 3
twitter_thread_length: 5
tiktok_duration: 60
Setup Instructions
Step 1: Connect Your Data Sources
# Link your podcast RSS feeds
openclaw podcast-mining add-feed https://feeds.example.com/podcast.xmlOr upload transcripts directly
openclaw podcast-mining upload ./transcripts/
Step 2: Configure Slack Notifications
# Get your Slack webhook URL from Slack App settings
Paste into SLACK_WEBHOOK_URL environment variable
Test connection:
openclaw podcast-mining test-slack
Step 3: Set Up WordPress Integration (Optional)
# Generate WordPress API token in Settings > REST API
openclaw podcast-mining configure-wordpress \
--site-url https://yoursite.com \
--api-key YOUR_KEY
Step 4: Customize Extraction Preferences
# Edit extraction rules for your niche
openclaw podcast-mining configure \
--min-quote-length 20 \
--sentiment-threshold 0.8 \
--output-formats linkedin_carousel,blog_post