Cleaner source text
Review transcript quality before it becomes show notes, timestamps, and posts.
podcast transcription
Podcast transcription that your whole content kit can trust
Cicadas treats the transcript as the production source, so names, terms, speakers, and sequence matter before any show notes or posts are drafted.
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
Speaker-aware review
Confirm who said what before the episode turns into public assets.
Export-ready foundation
Use the transcript as production material, not a side file.
WHY IT MATTERS
Transcript quality comes first
A weak transcript makes every downstream draft harder to trust. Cicadas keeps transcript review close to the upload so visitors can judge the source text first.
Before
Competitor transcript: garbled product names, missing speaker context, cleanup before writing.
Cicadas
Cicadas transcript: readable names, speaker-aware structure, ready to guide the kit.
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 transcription 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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