> ## Knowledge Base Index > Fetch the complete knowledge base index at: https://knowledge.flightcast.com/sitemap.xml > Use this file to discover available pages before exploring further. > Pure-Markdown content can be obtained by appending a '.md' suffix to the content URLs listed in the sitemap (without the trailing slash). # How to Create & Publish an Episode in Flightcast ## Creating an Episode on Flightcast ### Full Video Tutorial ${frame}[Video Tutorial](https://www.loom.com/embed/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?hide_owner=true&hide_share=true&hide_title=true&hideEmbedTopBar=true) ### Step By Step **1. Start a New Episode** [0:01](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=1) ![generated-image-at-00:00:01](https://loom.com/i/764f212cc97e494c9c33b9a42080f594?workflows_screenshot=true) * Click on 'Create a new episode' in the top left. * Select 'Blank Episode'.   **2. Add Title and Description** [0:11](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=11) ![generated-image-at-00:00:11](https://loom.com/i/b4a386682e52464997a7390675640c0b?workflows_screenshot=true) * Enter your episode title (e.g., 'My Super Cool Video'). * Add a description (e.g., 'Pretty straightforward, super cool description'). * For links in the description, type them out (e.g., 'google.com') and they will turn purple automatically.   **3. Add Chapters** [0:24](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=24) ![generated-image-at-00:00:24](https://loom.com/i/5ca523eed3e642d5aebbda92a147b6ae?workflows_screenshot=true) * Add chapters individually by specifying the time (e.g., '0-0, intro', '1-23, something cool'). * To insert chapter placeholders into the description, click on the 'Insert Chapter Placeholders' button.   **4. Upload Video** [0:58](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=58) ![generated-image-at-00:00:58](https://loom.com/i/8bc93bf8971f49d590ceff483ecbec31?workflows_screenshot=true) * Upload your video in the 'Episode Video' section. * Note: This video will automatically be sent to YouTube and Spotify.   **5. Upload Thumbnail** [1:22](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=82) ![generated-image-at-00:01:22](https://loom.com/i/f8825b0c9ead4a86a259140309b59039?workflows_screenshot=true) * Drag and drop a thumbnail image into the designated area.   **6. Configure Audio Settings** [1:30](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=90) ![generated-image-at-00:01:30](https://loom.com/i/4a3fb77feb3c4e74a3529c3861c1b0bc?workflows_screenshot=true) * Ensure a video is uploaded as it determines the audio. * If you want to use a different audio file, turn off 'Use Audio Track' and upload your own MP3 file.   **7. Customize Audio Details (Optional)** [2:29](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=149) ![generated-image-at-00:02:29](https://loom.com/i/0a908dc2025046019c7a5c1812493c6b?workflows_screenshot=true) * Enable 'Custom Audio Details' to set a different title and description for audio. * Adjust chapters for audio if necessary.   **8. Fill Out Additional Metadata** [4:01](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=241) ![generated-image-at-00:04:01](https://loom.com/i/ee0c600f2a3647deb6e80d66c5ace253?workflows_screenshot=true) * Enter season number, episode number, and keywords for YouTube tags. * Specify if the content is explicit.   **9. Publish Settings** [4:11](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=251) ![generated-image-at-00:04:11](https://loom.com/i/a5964155f3ec4500a1e8e18063922adc?workflows_screenshot=true) * Click 'Go to Publish Page' or the 'Publish' tab. * Ensure all sections (RSS, YouTube, Spotify) are turned on for publishing.   **10. Schedule Publishing** [5:44](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=344) ![generated-image-at-00:05:44](https://loom.com/i/97a8d4d05f01413aaa69511b4bed9067?workflows_screenshot=true) * Set specific dates and times for each platform if needed. * Save as draft if you want to make further adjustments.   **11. Add Ad Slots (Optional)** [7:20](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=440) ![generated-image-at-00:07:20](https://loom.com/i/ffe289c7f9c84d5fb908b4f6c5bab93f?workflows_screenshot=true) * Add pre-roll and post-roll ads as needed. * Choose between dynamic or programmatic ads.   **12. Confirm and Publish** [8:46](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=526) ![generated-image-at-00:08:46](https://loom.com/i/e0faa444a0d04c4bb7647ad1b2bec33b?workflows_screenshot=true) * Review the preview of your episode. * Click 'Confirm and Publish' to finalize scheduling.   **13. Monitor Status** [9:01](https://loom.com/share/1e63106ef3d043af9d10ca3861493ea5?t=541) ![generated-image-at-00:09:01](https://loom.com/i/a336a3e36acb4e69afce65aff585eea9?workflows_screenshot=true) * Check the episodes table for upload status (green for good, yellow for scheduled). ### Cautionary Notes * Always ensure a video is uploaded; it is essential for audio generation. * Double-check that all sections are turned on before publishing to avoid missed distributions. ### Tips for Efficiency * Use templates for titles and descriptions to save time. * Keep a checklist of required elements to ensure nothing is missed during the episode creation process. ### Link to Loom