Podcast transcription unlocks huge SEO value and accessibility benefits. Here's how to turn your audio content into searchable, shareable written content.
Why Transcribe Podcasts?
- SEO: Search engines can't index audio—they need text
- Accessibility: Deaf and hard-of-hearing audiences
- Content repurposing: Blog posts, social quotes, newsletters
- Show notes: Detailed episode summaries
The Workflow
- Export your podcast audio (MP3 or WAV)
- Run through local Whisper (Large model for best accuracy)
- Edit for readability (remove filler words, fix errors)
- Format into show notes and blog content
Processing Time
A 1-hour podcast episode takes about 15-20 minutes to transcribe locally on an M1 Mac with the Large model. Run it while you do other work.
Editing Tips
- Remove "um," "uh," and other fillers
- Add speaker labels manually for multi-host shows
- Break into paragraphs by topic
- Add timestamps for key moments
Transcribe Your Show
Sotto's Whisper engine handles long-form audio. $29 one-time for unlimited transcription.
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