Descript

Descript is a revolutionary audio and video editing platform that fundamentally changes how podcasters produce content by allowing editing through text transcripts rather than traditional waveforms. The platform automatically transcribes podcast episodes with high accuracy, then lets creators edit by simply deleting or editing text—changes automatically sync to the audio or video. This transcript-based editing approach dramatically reduces production time, makes it easier to remove filler words and stutters, and enables even non-technical creators to produce polished episodes.

Descript goes beyond editing with built-in recording capabilities, allowing podcasters to record directly in the platform, collaborate with co-hosts and guests, and publish directly to major podcast platforms. The software generates accurate transcripts suitable for SEO optimization, creates shareable video clips from podcast episodes, and provides tools for creating custom intros, outros, and branded content. With features like Speaker Detection (automatically identifying different speakers in multi-person conversations), Descript enables podcasters to save hours per episode on editing while maintaining professional audio quality and consistency across their show.