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Podcast Maker Online

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

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How to make a podcast online with Riverside

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, thanks to local recording.

2. Edit your podcast recording

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

3. Customize your episode

Add animated captions, background music, intros and outros, b-roll, and your logo. Everything you need to brand your podcast.

4. Download and share anywhere 

Download your podcast or share it straight through our Spotify integration. Generate transcripts and AI show notes to improve discoverability and repurpose your show.

Why choose Riverside

The podcast maker for pro-quality the easy way

Reliable high-res podcast recordings

Record high-quality 4K video and 48 kHz audio with no internet interferences. Riverside captures 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. Clean up background noise, fix volume levels, or fine-tune a single speaker—without affecting anyone else.

Trim podcasts your way: Delete text or use the timeline

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

Audio cleanup without the effort

Let AI clean up your audio. Enhance your audio, remove background noise, balance speaker volumes, and cut filler words or long silences—all in a few clicks.

Make podcasts in your style

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

Start with an AI podcast draft 

Save time and get a headstart. Our Magic Draft uses AI to make a full podcast episode with enhanced audio, captions, and dynamic layouts. You’re free to jump in and fine-tune 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 automatic AI show notes with titles, chapters, and keywords to boost your discoverability. Download instant transcriptions to take your podcast further and repurpose it into a blog or other content.

Mobile podcast maker app to go

Use the Riverside mobile app to capture high-quality audio and video from anywhere—just with your phone. 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 podcast 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 tools for polishing your podcast 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 from an all-in-one platform without juggling multiple tools. Use automatic editing tools to polish your audio, add captions, enhance your branding efforts, or create show notes in minutes.

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 the same room.

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 invite guests to your Riverside studio.
  • Record locally in high-quality audio and video, no matter where guests join from.
  • Edit using Riverside’s intuitive, text-based editing tools.
  • Export and publish directly to platforms like Spotify with just one click.

With a podcast maker like Riverside, it’s really easy to create the perfect show for your audience. 

Check out our beginners manual to starting a podcast for more information.

Does making a podcast cost money?

Not really. It doesn’t have to cost anything at all, however, it might be worth investing in a good microphone and a good podcast-creating app or software that can keep you looking professional even on a budget. 

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

What is the best podcast maker?

The best podcast maker depends on your goals—but 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.

Riverside is on a mission to make content creation easier for podcast creators. It offers high-resolution, simple but effective editing tools and quick ways to grow your podcast with promotional clips, transcripts, and audience interaction. 

Our list of the best podcast creator apps gives you many options to choose from, but we all know Riverside is the true star of the show, don’t we?

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 for 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:

  • Sign up for a free Riverside plan.
  • From your dashboard, click “Record” to launch a new studio. You can record solo or invite up to 9 guests to join remotely.
  • Once you're done recording, click “Go to project” to see your files. You can work with the AI draft created for you, or you can click “Create New” then “Edit” to edit your recording from scratch.
  • Trim your content using the transcript or timeline, clean up audio with AI tools, and remove filler words or silences in a click.
  • Style your podcast with captions, text overlays, intro/outro music, b-roll, or a branded background.
  • Click “Export” to download your episode —or publish it directly to your favorite platform through Spotify.

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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