One source of truth
The output starts from the reviewed episode transcript.
podcast to show notes
Turn a podcast to show notes
Turn one recording into listener-facing show notes with a hook, summary, takeaways, and resources.
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.
Keep the built-in draft connected to the reviewed episode transcript; saved show direction can guide tone and preferences.
One recordingReviewable transcriptMultiple written outputs
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 show notes
Generate the fixed card from the same reviewed transcript; saved show direction can guide its tone and preferences.
WHY CICADAS
Built around the weekly production job
Saved show direction
Guide recurring tone and preferences while keeping the built-in card type predictable.
Connected publishing kit
Keep the draft alongside notes, timestamps, social posts, and quotes.
WHY IT MATTERS
Repurposing starts with source review
Cicadas generates each fixed card only after transcript review and speaker confirmation, then keeps it alongside the rest of the episode kit.
Before
Detached show notes: created without a confirmed episode source.
Cicadas
Cicadas show notes: generated from the reviewed transcript after every speaker is confirmed.
OUTPUT GUIDE
Notes built for listeners
The built-in show-notes card keeps a predictable structure while grounding each part in the reviewed episode.
Episode hook
State why the conversation is useful before summarizing what happened.
Summary and takeaways
Capture the main progression and the ideas a listener should remember.
Resources
Collect people, products, books, and links mentioned in the recording.
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 show notes. |
| 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 show notes from a podcast?
Yes. The fixed output is generated from the reviewed episode transcript after speaker confirmation. Saved show direction can guide its tone and preferences.
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 show notes from one real episode.
Use the teaser first, then create a free account to process the complete recording.
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