Zencastr

Zencastr is a cloud-based podcast recording platform that enables high-quality remote interviews with separate audio track recording for each participant, ensuring pristine audio capture regardless of participant location or internet conditions. The platform uses local recording technology—capturing audio directly from each participant's device before uploading to the cloud—which prevents the compressed, degraded audio quality typical of standard conferencing solutions. Zencastr's web-based interface works across all major browsers and operating systems, making it accessible for podcasters and guests without compatibility concerns.

The service includes automatic transcription of recorded episodes, guest management tools for organizing interview schedules, and one-click publishing to podcast hosting platforms and social media. Zencastr's editing suite provides tools for basic audio cleanup, intro/outro addition, and audio level normalization. The platform is particularly valuable for podcasters who conduct frequent remote interviews, need reliable backup systems for critical episode content, and want to maintain professional audio quality without managing complex multi-track recording software or expensive dedicated equipment.