Host Sources (Reference Materials)
Upload examples of how a host writes or speaks so Jellypod can capture their communication style.
What Are Host Sources?#
Host sources are reference materials attached to an individual host. They help Jellypod understand and replicate the host's vocabulary, tone, and personality in generated scripts. Unlike podcast or episode sources (which provide episode content), host sources inform how the host communicates.
Good reference materials include blog posts or essays, podcast recordings, video interviews or talks, and social media threads or newsletters that show their writing style. The more reference material you provide, the more authentic the host will sound.
Variety helps. A mix of written content and audio or video gives Jellypod a richer understanding of how the host communicates across different formats.
How to Add Host Sources#
- Open the host creation flow or edit an existing host.
- Navigate to the Reference Materials (Optional) step.
- Use the upload zone or the Website, YouTube, and Paste Text buttons to add materials.
You can add up to 10 reference materials per host.
How Host Sources Are Used#
When the Content Agent writes a script, it references the host's source materials to match their vocabulary and phrasing, reflect their personality and conversational style, and maintain consistency across episodes. Host sources are analyzed once and inform every episode the host appears in. You do not need to re-add them per episode.
Frequently Asked Questions#
How are host sources different from podcast or episode sources?
Host sources inform how the host communicates: their vocabulary, tone, and personality. Podcast and episode sources provide the content and topics for the episode itself. Host sources shape the voice; content sources shape the discussion.
Do I need to re-add host sources for each new episode?
No. Host sources are analyzed once and automatically inform every episode the host appears in. You only need to add them once during host creation or editing.