Reader-first framing
Lead with the useful idea a subscriber can act on.
podcast newsletter
Podcast newsletter drafts from one recording
Cicadas turns episode source material into a newsletter draft that carries the strongest ideas to the audience that reads before it listens.
TRY IT FREE
Read the transcript quality for yourself
Upload an episode and read a transcript of the first 60 seconds — no account needed.
Add an episode preview
Upload an audio or video file. Cicadas will preview the first 60 seconds.
Upload audio file
MP3, WAV, M4A, or video source. Up to 500 MB.
Review the transcript source before using it to generate the rest of the episode content kit.
Transcript previewSaved show directionBuilt-in content kit
HOW IT WORKS
From recording to kit
Upload the episode
Upload an MP3, WAV, or M4A recording up to two hours long, or import a compatible episode from an RSS feed. Cicadas starts from the recording, not a disconnected text prompt.
Review the source
Read the transcript preview first, then use the full workspace after signup to confirm speakers, terms, and episode context.
Create the content kit
After confirming every speaker, generate the fixed show notes, timestamps, newsletter, LinkedIn and X posts, and quotes. Saved show direction can guide tone and preferences.
WHY CICADAS
Built around the weekly production job
Show voice
Save show direction for recurring newsletter tone and preferences.
Connected kit
Reuse the same source as show notes, posts, and quotes.
WHY IT MATTERS
Email needs more than a recap
The fixed newsletter card frames a useful episode idea rather than only summarizing the feed. Saved show direction can guide its recurring tone and preferences.
Before
Basic recap: this week we talked about the topic.
Cicadas
Cicadas draft: lead idea, episode context, and a reason to listen.
COMPARISON
Cicadas vs generic podcast AI tools
| Decision point | Cicadas | generic podcast AI tools |
|---|---|---|
| Primary workflow | One recording becomes a transcript-first content kit. | May separate transcription, repurposing, and prompt work into different surfaces. |
| Transcript role | The transcript is treated as the source layer for every output. | Often one feature among many outputs. |
| Customization model | Saved show direction guides built-in drafts; custom prompts create separate transcript-backed assets. | Customization varies by product and plan. |
| Pricing model | Plans communicate included minutes per month. | Pricing may use multiple usage dimensions. |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Cicadas only a podcast newsletter tool?
No. Cicadas starts with that job, then connects it to the full content kit: transcript, show notes, timestamps, newsletter, social posts, and quotes.
Do I need an account to see the teaser?
No. The inline preview shows a short speaker-separated transcript before signup. Full-episode processing starts after account creation and email verification.
Who is Cicadas built for?
Cicadas is built for professional solo podcasters and podcast production agencies. It is not aimed at one-off file conversion or hobbyist transcription searches.
Does Cicadas support custom prompts?
Yes. Saved custom prompts create additional transcript-backed assets; they do not override the fixed Content Kit cards. Saved show direction can guide the kit's tone and preferences.
Does the free plan include audio enhancement?
No. The free plan includes 60 minutes per month for testing the core workflow. Audio enhancement is part of paid plans.
Can I use Cicadas for agencies?
Yes. The Agency plan is built for managing multiple shows with a shared production workflow.
NEXT STEP
Bring one real episode and test the source layer.
Create a free account after the teaser to process the full recording and get the complete content kit.
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