docs: add Podcast Maker journeys across persona tracks

docs-site/docs/user-journeys/non-tech-creators/overview.md

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 - Build your content library
 - Develop your content strategy
 
+### Bonus: Launch Your Podcast (45-75 minutes)
+**[Podcast Maker Journey →](podcast-maker-journey.md)**
+
+- Turn your topic into a complete podcast episode
+- Follow analysis → research → script → render → export
+- Publish polished audio without technical editing complexity
+
 ## 🎯 Success Stories
 
 ### Sarah - Lifestyle Blogger
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 - **[SEO Basics](seo-basics.md)** - Learn simple SEO techniques
 - **[Content Strategy](content-strategy.md)** - Plan your content calendar
 - **[Performance Tracking](performance-tracking.md)** - Monitor your success
+- **[Podcast Maker Journey](podcast-maker-journey.md)** - Create and publish episodes with guided defaults
 
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docs-site/docs/user-journeys/non-tech-creators/podcast-maker-journey.md

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+# Podcast Maker Journey - Non-Tech Creators
+
+Use this journey to go from idea to published podcast episode with minimal technical setup.
+
+## Overview
+
+### Entry Conditions
+- **Inputs:** Topic idea, audience goal, 3-5 talking points, optional reference links.
+- **Skill level:** Beginner (no audio editing experience required).
+- **Expected time:** 45-75 minutes for a first complete episode.
+
+### Success Target
+Publish one clear, on-brand episode and reuse the workflow weekly.
+
+## Setup
+
+### Recommended Defaults
+- **Duration:** 8-12 minutes
+- **Speakers:** 1 host + optional 1 co-host
+- **Voice style:** Natural, friendly, medium pace
+- **Research provider:** Tavily (balanced depth + speed)
+
+### Pre-Production Checklist
+1. Pick a single episode objective (teach, announce, or summarize).
+2. Set audience level (beginner/intermediate).
+3. Add 2-3 must-cover points to prevent rambling.
+4. Confirm intro/outro CTA (newsletter, site, product page).
+
+## Production
+
+### Podcast Maker Workflow
+1. **Analysis**
+   - Define episode goal, audience pain point, and key takeaway.
+   - Validate the title so listeners know the value in under 8 words.
+2. **Research**
+   - Pull supporting facts/examples from trusted sources.
+   - Keep only relevant references to avoid overloading the script.
+3. **Script**
+   - Generate intro hook, 2-4 core segments, and concise outro CTA.
+   - Add transitions between segments for natural flow.
+4. **Render**
+   - Choose voice and pacing defaults.
+   - Render a draft and listen for pronunciation/tone issues.
+5. **Export**
+   - Export final audio (MP3) and episode notes.
+   - Publish to your hosting platform and schedule promotion.
+
+## Optimization
+
+### Success Criteria
+- Episode stays inside target duration window.
+- Opening 30 seconds clearly states listener benefit.
+- No unresolved placeholders/fact checks in final script.
+- Export includes title, description, and CTA.
+
+### Checkpoints
+- **Before render:** Read script out loud once for clarity.
+- **After render:** Spot-check intro, midpoint transition, and outro.
+- **After publish:** Track listens, retention, and CTA clicks.
+
+## Troubleshooting
+
+### Common Issues and Fixes
+- **Output sounds robotic:** Switch to a warmer voice profile and reduce script complexity.
+- **Episode too long:** Cut to one primary theme and remove secondary tangents.
+- **Weak structure:** Rebuild around hook → problem → solution → CTA.
+- **Research overload:** Limit references to top 3 sources relevant to the audience.
+- **Low engagement:** Strengthen title and first 20 seconds with a sharper promise.
+
+---
+
+Next step: pair this with **[Content Optimization](content-optimization.md)** to improve discoverability and repeatability.