Complete this checklist before publishing each podcast episode.
Feel free to copy and save this checklist into a new Word document.
Episode Information
Record:
- Podcast name
- Episode title
- Host(s)
- Guest(s)
- Recording date
- Planned publication date
Content Review
Confirm the following:
- Names and titles are accurate.
- Facts and references have been verified.
- Links have been tested.
- Research findings have been reviewed for accuracy.
- Quotations and attributions are correct.
- Episode aligns with UMB standards and mission.
Accessibility Review
- Transcript has been created.
- Transcript has been reviewed for accuracy.
- Captions have been reviewed (if applicable).
- Show notes are complete.
- Promotional materials are accessible.
Permissions Review
- Guest release forms are on file.
- Music and sound effects are licensed.
- Third-party content has been approved.
- Required permissions have been obtained.
Branding Review
- Episode title follows naming conventions.
- Artwork is approved.
- Sponsoring unit is clearly identified.
- Description and show notes use approved language.
Additional Review Screening
Does this episode include:
- Patient stories or health information?
- Student information?
- Unpublished research?
- Sensitive institutional topics?
- Fundraising or sponsorship references?
- Legal or compliance-related issues?
- Topics likely to receive media attention?
If yes, consult OCPA before publication.
Publishing Package
Before publishing, verify:
- Final audio/video file approved
- Episode title finalized
- Episode description finalized
- Transcript posted or linked
- Promotional assets prepared
- Metadata complete
- Distribution settings confirmed
Final Approval
- Producer approval complete
- Show manager/executive producer approval complete
- Additional review completed, if applicable
- Episode ready for publication
