Shownotes
Shownotes is an AI-powered tool that automatically summarizes podcast episodes and creates a landing page with a full transcript and captio...
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What is Shownotes?
Shownotes is an AI-powered tool designed to help podcasters and content creators automatically generate high-quality show notes, transcripts, and summaries from audio files or YouTube videos. Using Whisper for transcription and ChatGPT for summarization, the tool transforms podcast episodes into engaging content including landing pages with summaries, key points, and memorable quotes.
Key features include automated audio transcription with support for multiple languages (English, French, German, Chinese), landing page generation with summaries and 7 key insights, quote extraction, blog post creation from transcripts, and filler word detection/removal (ums & ahs). The platform supports various audio sources like YouTube, Spotify, Spreaker, and Buzzsprout, and accepts multiple audio formats including mp3, m4a, webm, mp4, mpeg, mpga, wav.
Shownotes is specifically designed for podcasters, content creators, entrepreneurs, and professionals who want to streamline their podcast production workflow. It saves time by automating transcription (one-hour audio takes about one minute) and summary creation (additional one minute), allowing creators to focus on content creation rather than manual transcription work.
The tool offers both public and private show options, a landing page editor for customization, caption/subtitle file generation, and content retention periods that vary by plan. Early adopters can access exclusive lifetime deals on the Pro plan.
Shownotes pricing
Pricing model: Freemium
Shownotes offers four pricing plans: Free plan includes 60 minutes per month and 6 months content retention with 1 shownote per month, summary transcript, landing page, and public shows. Creator plan costs $9/month (or $7.90/month billed yearly at $95/year) with 300 minutes per month, 1 year content retention, 2 shownotes per month, landing page editor, private show option, full transcript, and ums & ahs removal. Pro plan costs $19/month (or $16.25/month billed yearly at $195/year) with 600 minutes per month, unlimited content retention, unlimited shownotes, all Creator features plus captions file. Agency plan costs $99/month (or $82.97/month billed yearly at $995/year) with unlimited minutes, unlimited content retention, and unlimited shownotes.
Shownotes pros
- AI-powered automatic transcription using Whisper
- ChatGPT-powered summarization of podcast episodes
- Generates landing pages with summary, 7 key points, and quotes
- Supports multiple languages including French, German, and Chinese
- Fast transcription speed - one hour audio in one minute
- Supports YouTube, Spotify, Spreaker, and Buzzsprout platforms
- Multiple audio format support (mp3, m4a, webm, wav, mp4, etc.)
- Blog post creation from transcripts
- Filler word detection and removal (ums & ahs)
- Captions/subtitle file generation for professional edge
- Landing page editor for customization
- Option to make shows private (Creator and Pro plans)
- Free tier available with 60 minutes per month
- Content retention up to unlimited depending on plan
- Public shows get maximum exposure on the platform
Shownotes cons
- Free plan limited to 60 minutes per month
- Free plan only keeps content for 6 months
- Free plan shows are always public (no privacy)
- Free plan limited to 1 shownote per month
- Creator plan only allows 2 shownotes per month
- Higher-priced Agency plan at $99/month for unlimited needs
- Filler word removal only available on Creator plan and up
- Caption file only included in Pro plan
- Early adopter lifetime deal no longer available for new users
- Limited to mp3, m4a, and webm formats on some plans
Frequently asked questions about Shownotes
What is Shownotes and what does it do?
Shownotes is an AI-powered tool that automatically summarizes podcast episodes and creates landing pages with full transcripts and subtitles. It uses Whisper to transcribe audio files and ChatGPT to summarize content, generating show notes with summaries, 7 key points, and memorable quotes from your podcast episodes.
What audio formats does Shownotes support?
Shownotes supports multiple audio formats including mp3, m4a, webm, mp4, mpeg, mpga, and wav. You can upload audio files directly or provide URLs from platforms like YouTube, Spotify, Spreaker, and Buzzsprout.
Can Shownotes transcribe YouTube videos?
Yes, Shownotes can transcribe YouTube videos and generate show notes. Simply enter the YouTube video URL and the platform will transcribe the audio and create show notes with your chosen language and format options.
Does Shownotes support multiple languages?
Yes, Shownotes supports multiple languages including English, French, German, and Chinese. You can select the desired language for your transcription when uploading audio or entering a YouTube URL.
How fast is the transcription process?
Shownotes is very fast - a one-hour audio show typically requires just one minute for transcription, and producing the summary and blog post takes only an additional minute. This streamlined process allows for quick content creation.
Can I keep my shows private?
Yes, but private shows are only available on the Creator plan and above. The Free plan makes all shows public for maximum exposure. Creator and Pro plans include the ability to make your shows private.
What's the difference between Free, Creator, and Pro plans?
Free plan gives 1 shownote/month with summary transcript and public landing page. Creator plan adds 2 shownotes/month, landing page editor, private show option, full transcript, and ums & ahs removal. Pro plan adds unlimited shownotes, unlimited content retention, and captions file.
How long is my content retained on the platform?
Content retention varies by plan: Free plan keeps content for 6 months, Creator plan keeps content for 1 year, and both Pro and Agency plans offer unlimited content retention.
Can I get the full transcript/captions?
Yes, the full text of the transcript is provided as an external link. Full captions are available, with caption/subtitle files included in the Pro plan and above.
What are ums & ahs and when do I need them removed?
Ums & ahs refer to filler words and interjections like 'um', 'uh', and pauses in your audio. They are removed for cleaner transcripts. This feature is available on Creator and Pro plans, but not on the Free plan. Use this feature when you want professional-quality transcripts without filler words.