Podcast Launchpad
Your first episode starts here.
Two days for 8 young creators aged 12–17. They learn to research a guest, ask sharp questions and host with confidence, then record a real episode with a real guest.
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Applications close Wed 4 Nov
- DATES
- Sat 21 and Sun 22 Nov 2026
- TIMINGS
- Sat 10:00–2:30 · Sun 9:30–4:30
- AGES
- 12–17 (Std 7–12)
- SEATS
- 8, by application
- VENUE
- [Venue], Ahmedabad
- FEE
- ₹7,500
The two days
DAY 1 · SAT 21 NOV · 4 HOURS
Find Your Voice
- 10:00 The Podcaster in You. A show idea, voice warm-ups and presence on camera.
- 12:00 Break and snacks
- 12:30 Research Like a Pro. Guest research, question design and working with business leaders.
- 2:30 Home with a real guest to prepare for
DAY 2 · SUN 22 NOV · 6 HOURS
Go On Air
- 9:30 The Shoot. Phone, mic, light and framing, hands-on.
- 11:45 Hosting Live. Structure, follow-ups and recovering from a stumble.
- 2:30 Launch Round. Each child hosts a recorded 10-minute episode with a real guest.
- 4:30 Parent Premiere and certificates. Parents welcome.
What your child takes home
- Their recorded mock episode, within 3 days
- A 60-second edited reel, within 7 days
- A before-and-after intro clip
- The printed Podcaster Playbook
- A personal feedback report with 3 next steps
- A certificate: Podcast Launchpad, Cohort 01
- A YCL notebook and Host lanyard
- A group follow-up call to plan their real Episode 1
Fees and policies
You only pay after your child is selected, through a secure link in the offer email.
- Founding early bird
- ₹6,500, applications by Sat 31 Oct
- Standard
- ₹7,500, applications by Wed 4 Nov
- Referral or sibling
- ₹1,000 off for both families
- Refunds
- Full refund until Sat 14 Nov, then transfer to a future cohort
Safe by design
- Two adults present at all times; no child is ever alone with an adult, including guests.
- Guests are known to us, briefed beforehand, and never ask children for contact details.
- Recordings stay private to your family unless you and your child both approve publishing.
- Published content never shows surnames, school names or home areas.
FAQ
Questions
Can we attend only one day?
No. Day 2 builds on the Day 1 homework and guest research.
What language is it in?
English-led, with Hindi and Gujarati welcome.
Who are the guests?
Local founders and professionals, each briefed by us. Children learn their guest's name at the end of Day 1.
How do I ask a question?
Message us on WhatsApp or by email. We reply in writing within 24 hours and don't take calls.
PODCAST LAUNCHPAD · COHORT 01
8 seats. Applications close Wed 4 Nov.
About 25 minutes to apply, all online.