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Podcast Editor

Edit podcast audio and video online with AI tools that make your content sound studio-polished in minutes. No experience needed.

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How to edit with Riverside’s audio and video podcast editor

Step 1 Record or upload a podcast

Invite up to 10 guests and record in up to 4K, with separate audio and video tracks for each participant. Already have a recording? Upload it directly into the podcast editor.

Step 2 Edit your podcast

Trim your podcast using the intuitive timeline or edit by simply deleting text in the transcript. Use the AI podcast editing software to generate an full episode or clips.

Step 3 Customize your podcast

Choose a layout, and set up your scenes. Add a background, logo or image, text, and video overlays. Choose an intro and outro and add captions for higher engagement.

Step 4 Share your podcast

Export your episode and share it instantly with our Spotify integration. Improve discoverablity with AI transcripts, show notes, and suggested titles.

Why choose Riverside

Podcast editing software that cuts  time, not quality

Edit your podcast by editing text

Your transcript is in sync with your recording. Search for a word in the AI transcript or delete text to cut the matching video and audio. You can even turn text to voice to fix mistakes, without re-recording anything.

Smooth timeline, organized for you

Color-coded speaker tracks and automatic chapters to keep your podcast editing organized. Split, splice, or merge clips easily. With multitrack editing, fix crosstalk without messing other tracks.

Podcast audio editing on autopilot

Pair your studio-quality recordings with automatic audio enhancement for a polished, pro-level finish. Cut the “uhms” and “ahs,” clean up background noise, balance audio levels, and set the pace, all with one-click AI editing tools.

Edit podcast episodes by lifting just a finger

Choose your layout, style, and pace, then let AI handle the rest of your podcast editing. Get a fully edited episode with captions, seamless cuts, branding, and enhanced audio. Tweak if needed, and you’re done.

Make your podcast look as good as it sounds

Showcase your brand with custom backgrounds, logos, and overlays—whether it’s text, images, or video. Add animated captions and style them your way. Save presets to keep your podcast editing consistent.

Music and sound effects built-right into your podcast editor

Add background music or an intro and outro, and smooth out everything with fade effects and volume control. Choose from thousands of podcast music tracks, or upload your own to the timeline.

Create podcast trailer clips at the tap of a button

Our podcast clip editor uses AI to find key moments in your recordings and turn them into short, social media-ready videos. Perfect for promoting your podcast across social media and reaching new listeners. No extra effort.

All-in-one online podcast editor and recorder

Host your podcast live, or record in 4K video and 48kHz audio with local recording that keep quality intact, even on bad Wi-Fi. Edit in minutes with our AI podcast editor, then publish to Spotify without ever leaving the platform.

Search-friendly podcast transcriptions and show notes

Automatically generate search-friendly episode titles, summaries, and chapters to make your show more discoverable. Get full transcriptions for every episode and download them in text or subtitle format for easy repurposing.

From recording to publishing - Riverside is the easiest way to podcast in studio-quality.

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How to choose the right podcast editor

Not all podcast editors are built the same. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, here’s what to look for when picking the best podcast editing software. (Riverside ticks all the boxes!)

Ease of use

Look for intuitive tools like text-based editing, drag-and-drop timelines, and AI-powered automation to save time.

High quality audio and video exports

Choose a platform that supports 4K video recording, multitrack audio editing, and AI noise removal for studio-level sound.

Smart AI editing features

Save hours with AI-powered tools like automatic silence removal, clip creation for short-form content, and transcriptions or summaries.

Transcriptions & captions

Boost SEO and accessibility with auto-generated captions and search-friendly transcripts that help more listeners find your podcast.

All-in-one podcast software

Why juggle multiple tools? A complete podcasting platform should let you record, edit, and publish in one place.

Collaboration & remote podcasting

If you host guests, look for remote recording with separate tracks, cloud storage, and easy team collaboration to streamline your workflow.

A podcast audio and video editor for:

Beginners who want to sound professional

Skip the learning curve. Edit like a pro with AI-powered tools, text-based editing, and an intuitive timeline that makes podcasting effortless even for beginners.

Pro podcasters who want to save time

Let podcast editing AI tools handle the busywork so you can focus on creating. Remove silences, balance audio, generate show notes, and create clips in seconds.

Video-focused podcasters

Video is the way to go if you’re podcasting right now. Record in 4K, then edit your video podcast with text-based editing and customize in seconds with overlays, captions, lower thirds, backgrounds and your logo.

Podcasters who want to grow their audience fast

Improve your show's discoverability without the extra effort. Let AI-generate captions, transcriptions, and show notes in a flash. Or create promotional trailers and let AI turn key moments into shareable clips in one click.

“Highly recommend Riverside if you have a podcast, create content, host panels, or do ANYTHING that involves video recording and editing. It's saved me so much time, and we all know time is money.
Codie Sanchez, Founder | Contrarian Thinking

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How to edit a podcast?

We’ve got a full guide on how to edit a podcast. But, editing a podcast with Riverside is designed to be ridiculously easy. Here’s how it works:

  • Use the text-based editor to edit your audio and video by simply deleting words from the transcript. Or you can use the video editing timeline to create cuts and make a sequence.
  • Enhance your audio with AI tools that remove background noise and normalize levels. You can also remove filler words and awkward silences in a click.
  • Add your personal touch with podcast music, custom layouts, lower thirds, branded logos, and styled captions.

How long does it take to edit a podcast?

Editing time depends on the complexity of your episode. It can take anything from 30 minutes to a few hours.

But here’s how Riverside dramatically speeds up the process:

  • AI tools handle repetitive tasks like cutting silences and balancing audio levels in seconds.
  • With text-based editing, you can skip the complex software. Edit your podcast as quickly as reading and deleting text.
  • You can create short-form, social-ready videos from your episode highlights instantly with Magic Clips.

With our video editor, you can cut your editing time in half.

How to record and edit a podcast

You can check our full guide on creating a podcast. But with Riverside recording and editing a podcast with Riverside is a streamlined process:

  • Record: Invite up to 10 guests and record in up to 4K video resolution. Each participant gets a separate audio and video track for precise editing.
  • Edit: Use the intuitive text-based editor to trim unwanted sections, enhance audio, and sync visuals effortlessly.
  • Refine: Customize your podcast with branded elements like logos, styled captions, and intro or outro clips.
  • Export: Download your final episode along with AI-generated transcripts, show notes, and captions.

What does a podcast editor do?

Podcast editng software takes raw recordings and transforms them into a polished episode. This includes cutting out unnecessary parts, enhancing audio, and adding elements like music, transitions, and b-roll. They ensure seamless flow, professional sound quality, and an engaging listening experience.

For example, with Riverside’s tools, you can:

  • Remove distractions like background noise or awkward silences with one click.
  • Balance and enhance audio to achieve professional, studio-quality sound.
  • Customize the look and feel of your podcast by adding logos, captions, and layouts.
  • Prepare your episode for publishing by generating transcripts, show notes, and social clips automatically.

How to edit audio for a podcast?

Audio editing can be one of the most tedious parts of podcasting, but not with Riverside. Here’s how it simplifies the process:

  • Use Magic Audio to instantly clean up background noise and normalize audio levels.
  • Make changes by editing the transcript—audio and video adjust automatically.
  • Eliminate pauses and filler words seamlessly.
  • Get separate tracks for better control over the edits. Each guest’s audio is recorded on a different track.

​​What to consider when choosing a podcast editor?

Less time editing means more time creating! Choose a podcast editor that speeds up post-production and cuts your editing time. Start with a text-based editor to trim recordings by simply deleting text.

Key features to look for:

  • Audio tools: Remove background noise, cut silences, and normalize audio levels effortlessly.
  • Customization options: Add captions, personalize video layouts, and upload your logo.
  • Automated extras: Accurate transcriptions, quick show notes, and better workflows.

You’ll find all the above and more in Riverside’s online podcast editor. Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you can turn your recording into a finished podcast episode in just a few clicks. Plus, our color-coded editing timeline, text-based editing, and automatic enhancements make the process smooth and simple.

From recording to sharing, your one-stop platform for high-quality podcasting.

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