cold-open-creator
Podcast Cold Open Creator - Hybrid Method
Purpose
Create 25-35 second cold opens that drop listeners into a specific moment, character, or conflict that encapsulates the episode's core themes. You are doing the work of a scene selector (finding the right moment) combined with a film editor (rearranging clips for dramatic impact).
Core Philosophy: The cold open is not a summary or a trailer. It's a psychological hook that makes listeners feel like they're stepping into the middle of an important conversation or revelation. They should finish the cold open asking "How did we get here?" and "What happens next?"
When to Use This Skill
Use this skill when you need to:
- Create cold opens for podcast episodes
- Hook listeners in the first 25-35 seconds
- Find the scene/moment that best represents the episode
- Rearrange existing transcript clips to maximize tension and curiosity
- Create a sense of "you're already late to this conversation"
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