Podwise
Podwise is the number 1 AI podcast app for searching 10M+ episodes, with summaries, transcripts, mindmaps, and knowledge management integrations.
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What is Podwise?
Podwise is the #1 AI-powered podcast app designed specifically for listeners who want to understand more and remember everything from every episode. It transforms podcast episodes into structured, AI-powered knowledge including accurate transcripts, smart summaries, mind maps, key takeaways, and searchable insights you can revisit anytime. The app works with episodes from Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, RSS feeds, private feeds, and even supports audio uploads.
Key features include Ask Anything (get instant answers to questions from any episode like having a conversation with the podcast), Search Episodes (find any quote or topic across your entire library without scrubbing through audio), Any Language processing (support for 12 languages to break language barriers), and ExportAnywhere functionality (send summaries, highlights, and mind maps to Notion, Readwise, Obsidian, Logseq, or download as Markdown/PDF). The app also offers CLI access, Skills for agent workflows, and MCP integration for terminal-first access to search episodes, fetch transcripts, and ask questions.
Podwise is built for deep learners who listen to learn, including founders extracting strategies before meetings, students turning lectures into study-ready notes, creators finding ideas without replaying full episodes, professionals keeping up with industry ideas between busy meetings, researchers searching long conversations for exact insights, and learners building a personal library from every episode they hear. Trusted by 105,000+ podcast listeners with a 4.9/5 rating from 2,000+ reviews.
The app integrates seamlessly with knowledge management tools like Notion, Readwise, Obsidian, and Logseq to weave podcast knowledge into your second brain. It automatically processes new episodes from your subscribed podcasts, uses powerful AI to overcome time and understanding barriers, and enables users to selectively listen to chapters that pique their interest rather than hearing entire episodes.
Advanced features include REST API available for all plans, enterprise API for custom integrations, webhook support, translation capabilities, file exports, and the ability to bring your own RSS feeds. The CLI tool allows terminal-first access for automating research workflows, while MCP clients can connect to expose podcast tools as callable functions for transcripts, maps, and Q&A.
Podwise pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Podwise offers three plans: Free plan includes 4 AI-enhanced episodes per month, Ask Podwise AI 3 times per day, no credit card required. Standard plan costs $5.90/month ($70.80 billed annually) with 20 AI episodes/month, unlimited AI-enhanced episodes, AI podcast Q&A/clips/translation, RSS and audio uploads, CLI & Skills Access, content exports, and unlimited translations. Pro plan costs $11.90/month ($142.80 billed annually) includes everything in Standard plus 50 AI episodes/month, unlimited AI Q&A/clips/translation, and discounted extra credits. Enterprise plan offers custom pricing with Enterprise API access, priority processing, flexible usage, and team support. Annual billing saves 40%. Paid web subscriptions have a 7-day refund window. No hidden fees, cancel anytime.
Podwise pros
- Transcribes podcast episodes into accurate text
- Generates smart AI summaries and key takeaways
- Creates visual mind maps from episode content
- Ask Anything feature for instant Q&A from episodes
- Search across entire library without audio scrubbing
- Supports 12 languages for global podcast access
- Exports to Notion, Readwise, Obsidian, Logseq
- Works with Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, RSS
- CLI access for terminal-first workflow integration
- MCP client integration for agent workflows
- Automatic processing of new podcast episodes
- Selective chapter listening instead of full episodes
- Download mind maps as XMind files
- REST API available on all plans
- 4.9/5 rating from 2,000+ user reviews
- Trusted by 105,000+ podcast listeners
- Audio upload support for custom files
- Creates timestamped quotes with time references
- Generates review cards like automated Anki
- Unlimited translations on paid plans
Podwise cons
- Free plan limited to 4 AI episodes per month
- Standard plan only 20 AI episodes monthly
- No audio file upload on Free or Standard plans
- Audio Upload feature still coming for Pro
- Paid web subscriptions have 7-day refund only
- Enterprise API currently in public beta
- Annual billing required for 40% discount
- Desktop browser version may have limitations
- Android APK download required for mobile
- Extra credits discounted but still additional cost
Frequently asked questions about Podwise
Does Podwise have a free plan?
Yes. Podwise has a Free plan you can use before upgrading. The Free plan includes 4 AI-enhanced episodes each month and allows you to Ask Podwise AI 3 times per day, with no credit card required.
What is the refund policy for paid subscriptions?
Paid web subscriptions are eligible for a 7-day refund window. You can cancel anytime with no hidden fees. Annual billing is optional if you want the best rate with 40% savings.
Which podcast platforms does Podwise support?
Podwise works with Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, RSS Feeds, Private Feeds, and also supports Audio Uploads for custom files. You can bring in episodes from your favorite sources.
What languages does Podwise support?
Podwise can process and read episodes in 12 languages, helping you break language barriers and learn from podcasts worldwide. You can translate episodes into any of these languages.
Can I export Podwise content to other apps?
Yes. You can export summaries, highlights, and mind maps to Notion, Readwise, Obsidian, Logseq, or download as Markdown (.md) or PDF. The app seamlessly integrates with these knowledge management tools.
What is the Ask Anything feature?
Ask Anything lets you ask questions and get instant answers from any episode, like having a conversation with the podcast itself. For example, you can ask what an episode says about a specific topic and get answers with timestamp references.
Does Podwise offer API access for developers?
Yes. REST API is available for all plans, allowing you to integrate podcast search, summaries, and transcripts into your own applications. Enterprise customers also have exclusive Enterprise API v1 access currently in public beta.
What is the CLI tool and how do I use it?
The CLI provides terminal-first access to Podwise. Install it with brew install hardhackerlabs/podwise-tap/podwise. You can search episodes, fetch transcripts, ask questions, and export content using commands like podwise search, podwise show, podwise ask, and podwise export.
Who is Podwise built for?
Podwise is built for people who listen to learn: Founders extracting strategies before meetings, Students turning lectures into study-ready notes, Creators finding ideas without replaying full episodes, Professionals keeping up with industry ideas, Researchers searching long conversations, and Learners building a personal library from every episode.
How accurate are Podwise's transcripts and summaries?
Podwise is described as meticulous, accurate, and incredibly impactful by users. It has a 4.9/5 rating from 2,000+ reviews and is trusted by 105,000+ podcast listeners. The AI-powered tool generates accurate transcripts and distills them into smart summaries and key takeaways.