One source of truth
The output starts from the reviewed episode transcript.
podcast to Instagram captions
Turn a podcast to Instagram captions
Use a saved custom prompt to turn episode highlights into caption drafts that point followers back to the full conversation. Instagram is not a default Content Kit card.
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.
Create Instagram captions as a custom-prompt asset connected to the episode transcript. It is not one of the default Content Kit cards.
One recordingSaved custom promptReviewable draft
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.
Draft the Instagram captions
Create and run a saved custom prompt for Instagram captions; Cicadas grounds the draft in the episode transcript.
WHY CICADAS
Built around the weekly production job
Reusable custom prompt
Save instructions for Instagram captions, then reuse or duplicate the prompt for later episodes.
Connected publishing kit
Keep the draft alongside notes, timestamps, social posts, and quotes.
WHY IT MATTERS
Repurposing works when the source and instructions hold up
Saved custom prompts create separate reusable assets grounded in the reviewed transcript; they do not override built-in Content Kit cards.
Before
One-off Instagram captions: rebuild the instructions and context every episode.
Cicadas
Cicadas custom asset: reuse saved instructions with the new reviewed transcript.
OUTPUT GUIDE
A caption tied to a real moment
Instagram captions are custom assets in Cicadas. Save a prompt that fits the show's visual and editorial habits.
Scene-setting hook
Connect the caption to the clip, image, or quote the audience will see.
Compact episode insight
Develop one useful idea without reducing the caption to a transcript excerpt.
Relevant action
Invite a response or a listen only when it follows naturally from the caption.
COMPARISON
Cicadas vs generic AI generators
| Decision point | Cicadas | generic AI generators |
|---|---|---|
| Primary workflow | One recording becomes a transcript-first content kit. | Often require pasted context and separate editing for each Instagram captions. |
| 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
Can Cicadas create Instagram captions from a podcast?
Yes, through a saved custom prompt. Instagram captions is not a default Content Kit card, but you can create a transcript-backed custom asset and reuse its instructions for later episodes.
Why upload the recording instead of pasting a transcript?
Uploading keeps transcription, review, and the content kit in one workflow, which reduces repeated setup and missing context.
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
Create Instagram captions from one real episode.
Use the teaser first, then create a free account and save a custom prompt for Instagram captions.
Create a free account