podcast-generator

Convert articles or notes into podcast scripts and ElevenLabs TTS audio.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/sftwrstef/sol --skill podcast-generator-sftwrstef
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: podcast-generator
Source: https://github.com/sftwrstef/sol/tree/main/.local/secondary_skills/podcast-generator
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/sftwrstef/sol --skill podcast-generator-sftwrstef

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Turn research, articles, or topics into podcast-ready scripts and audio content. Generate conversational scripts with host/guest dynamics and produce audio using ElevenLabs.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated Script Writing: generate host/guest dialogue formats (solo, duo, interview, etc.) from source material.
  • Audio Production: convert scripts into high-quality TTS audio using ElevenLabs with configurable voices.
  • End-to-end Workflow: content ingestion, format selection, script drafting, audio generation, and loudness normalization.
  • Use Case: turn a research paper into a 15-20 minute podcast episode with an opening cold open and takeaways.

Quick Start

Provide your topic or article and the skill generates a podcast-ready script and ElevenLabs audio ready for production.

Frequently Asked Questions about podcast-generator

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I convert research articles into a podcast script?

To convert research into a podcast, provide your topic or article to the skill, which generates a conversational script with host and guest dialogue. This automates the script writing process for your audio content.

Do I need an ElevenLabs API key to generate podcast audio?

Yes, an ElevenLabs API key is required to generate podcast audio. The skill integrates with ElevenLabs to convert your formatted scripts into high-quality text-to-speech audio with configurable voices.

Can I create a solo or interview format podcast from research notes?

Yes, you can create solo, duo, or interview format podcasts from research notes. The skill generates host and guest dialogue formats, allowing you to select the conversational structure that best fits your source material.

What is the workflow for turning a paper into a produced podcast episode?

The workflow for turning a paper into a podcast follows an ingestion, script formatting, audio generation, and loudness normalization process. This end-to-end pipeline produces a complete episode with a cold open and takeaways.

Does the audio generation process include loudness normalization?

Yes, the audio generation process includes loudness normalization. After generating text-to-speech audio via ElevenLabs, the skill applies loudness normalization to ensure consistent volume levels across the final podcast episode.