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Podcast Maker Online

From idea to episode in minutes. Record, edit, and share pro-quality podcasts in one podcast creator app.

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How to make a podcast online with Riverside

Step 1 Record your podcast.

Start a new recording in Riverside with up to 9 guests. Capture studio-quality audio and video, even with spotty WiFi.

Step 2 Edit your podcast recording

Let AI give you a headstart, or take full control. Trim your recording with text-based editing or the timeline, then enhance your audio with AI.

Step 3 Customize your episode

Add animated captions, a logo, your own background and music. Choose a layout and keep things interesting with b-roll, text or image overlays.

Step 4 Download and share

Download your podcast or share it  via our Spotify integration. Generate transcripts and show notes repurpose and grow your show.

Why choose Riverside

The podcast maker for pro-quality the easy way

Reliable quality podcast recordings

Record 4K video and 48 kHz audio with no internet interferences. Capture each track straight from your device, so bad connections never ruin a great take.

Separate tracks, full control

Record up to 10 participants, each with their own audio and video track. Cut crosstalk and clean up a single speaker track without affecting anyone else.

Audio cleanup without the effort

Turn your audio into a studio sounding podcast. Remove background noise, balance speaker volumes, and cut filler words or long silences, all in a few clicks.

Trim podcasts by text or  timeline

Deleting words from your transcript and the edits sync instantly with your audio and video. Prefer a traditional workflow? Use the podcast editing timeline to splice and merge with precision.

Make podcasts your way, your style

Style your podcast with a branded background, dynamic scene layouts, and animated captions. Add your logo, drop in b-roll or text and top it off with your signature intro and outro music.

AI podcast maker for fast episodes

Let AI build podcast episodes in minutes, all complete with captions, cuts and cleaned up audio. Choose your length, format and style and jump in to fine-tune at anytime.

Create podcast clips ready for socials

Create podcast trailers and hook new audiences in with no extra effort. Our podcast clip creator uses AI to turn your show’s key moments into shareable social media content.

Ready-to-go show notes and transcriptions

Get search-friendly show notes with titles, chapters, and keywords. Download instant transcriptions for captions or to repurpose your show into a blog, tweet or newsletter.

Mobile podcast maker app to go

Use the Riverside mobile app to capture high-quality audio and video from anywhere. Join on your phone and invite guests to do the same. Everything saves straight to your desktop for a smooth flow.

Not just a podcast maker. A time saver. From high-res recording to AI editing, create podcasts fast.

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How to choose the best podcast maker

Here’s how to pick the best podcast-making software (Hint: Riverside’s got all the tools):

High-quality recording: 

Choose software with at least HD video and 44.1kHz audio resolution.

Local recording: 

Go for software that records everything directly on your device. You’ll get top-quality resolution without having to stress over internet issues interfering. 

Mobile compatibility: 

A mobile podcast creator app makes production easy on the go.

Easy editing tools:

Look for tools that help you polish your podcast audio, customize your layout, and even add some branding quickly.

Content repurposing: 

A clip maker can help you turn your best episodes moments into shareable snippets for pushing and promoting your podcast.

Automatic editing features: 

Save time with beginner-friendly podcast ai tools for polishing your recordings without manual effort.

Separate tracks: 

Recording and editing separate tracks for each guest gives you more control and lets you easily cut crosstalk.

Bonus features: 

Transcription, live streaming, and other extras can make your show even more engaging.

Use a podcast maker to:

Streamline podcast production

Record, edit, and publish your podcast in a smooth workflow. Skip juggling multiple tools, use an all-one podcast maker online.

Repurpose content effortlessly

Turn your full-length podcast into short promotional clips to share on social media. Or, get automatic transcriptions to turn your show into a blog.

Collaborate with remote podcast guests

Invite guests from anywhere and record in high quality without relying on your internet. With local recording and separate tracks, everyone sounds like they’re in one studio.

Create podcasts in less time, less effort

Use automatic editing tools to polish your audio, add captions, enhance your branding efforts, or create show notes in minutes.

When you have 19 million people listening in every month, anything less than perfect is out of the question.
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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

How do I make a podcast?

Creating a podcast online is easy. Just follow these simple steps:

  • Plan your concept and decide what topic you want to cover.
  • Choose your equipment and podcast making software.
  • Start inviting guests and prepping an outline for your first few episodes.
  • Record your first few episodes with your guests.
  • Edit your podcast. Create a narrative, clean up audio and brand your show.
  • Share your podcast on directories and promote it online.

Instead of using a whole bunch of different software, streamline your workflow and use an all-in-one podcast maker like Riverside. 

Check out our beginners manual on starting a podcast for the full know-how on creating podcasts.

Does making a podcast cost money?

Not really. It doesn’t have to cost anything at all to make a podcast.

If you're really on a budget start recording with your phone as your camera and get a cheap mic. It won't be the best quality, but it'll be a lot better than using a computer mic. And with a platform like Riverside, you can enhance your audio in a click.

Pair the above with any headphones you have and a free podcast maker. (Riverside has a free plan, too.)

If you're curious about costs, read our breakdown of how much it costs to start a podcast.

What is the best podcast maker?

Some of the best podcast makers include:

  • Riverside
  • Adobe Audition
  • Garageband
  • Final Cut
  • Audacity

Our list of the best podcast creator apps gives you many options to choose from. But, the right choice depends on your goals. Ideally, choose one that:

  • Records high-quality audio and video (4K and 48kHz).
  • Offers intuitive, text-based editing.
  • Provides automatic transcripts and show notes.
  • Includes easy sharing and direct Spotify publishing.

And lucky for you, Riverside offers all the above and more. You'll get high-resolution, simple but effective editing tools and quick ways to grow your podcast with promotional clips, transcripts, and show notes. 

Is there a Riverside mobile podcast-making app?

Yes, there is a Riverside mobile app that lets you and your guests join podcasts easily from any location. Record remotely in high quality, then finalize your editing on desktop whenever you're ready.

How to make a podcast for free?

You can make a podcast free online with Riverside. 

With our free plan, you can record high-quality audio and video, edit with AI tools, and export your episode—all from your browser.

Just follow these steps:

  • Plan your podcast concept and sketch out your first few episodes.
  • Set up the equipment you have. You can double up your phone as a camera, use any headphones and if you can get a dedicated mic instead of your desktops.
  • Choose a free podcast creator (Riverside has a free plan with everything you need.)
  • Record and edit your first few episodes.
  • Publish and share your show online.

For a full tutorial, check out our guide on how to start a podcast for free.

From raw recording to chart-topping podcast. 

Try our podcast maker free today.

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