Podcast Transcripts: Podchaser Provides Coverage Across 24k Podcasts

Podchaser has expanded its podcast transcripts coverage to a significantly broader range of shows. This expansion increases the value we provide to website users and API partners. This enhancement aligns with our mission to deliver unparalleled podcast data. Here’s what you need to know.

Podcast Transcripts Expanded Coverage

In addition to continuing transcription of the top 5,000 English-language podcasts, Podchaser now also transcribes the top podcasts in the following countries:

Transcription Only:

The newly added podcasts are transcription-only and do not include sponsorship or brand safety features. For the top 5,000 English-language podcasts, ongoing sponsor detection and brand safety analysis will continue.

Notes on Transcripts:

• API Permission Incoming: Current API partners will not automatically receive full access to these additional transcripts. We are implementing new permission settings to ensure access aligns with existing contracts, which initially covered only the top 5,000 English-language podcasts.
  
• Public Availability of Transcripts: All episode transcripts are publicly accessible on Podchaser’s website. Each episode page now has a transcript tab, making the content easily viewable by any visitor, not just Pro users. As soon as these new transcripts become available, they will appear on the relevant episode pages.
  
• Additional Transcripts via RSS: In addition to our in-house transcription efforts, we also ingest transcripts that are included in a podcast’s RSS feed. This means that our total number of shows with transcripts is larger than the counts listed above. The numbers in the table represent the shows we are actively transcribing each time a new episode is released.

Why Transcripts are Valuable

As mentioned in our previous press release (link), podcast content can be difficult to navigate due to its long-form, audio-only format. While a few creators provide transcripts or detailed show notes, most offer limited descriptions. This makes it hard to discover what was actually discussed in an episode.

Podchaser’s goal is to make podcasts more discoverable and accessible. Transcripts let you quickly identify topics, brands, and key phrases mentioned in a podcast, making it easier to decide if an episode is worth your time. With our expanded transcript coverage, it’s now even simpler for developers, users, and brands to unlock the rich information hidden within audio content.

How to Get Podcast Transcripts

Here’s a step-by-step guide to accessing transcripts on Podchaser:

1. Navigate to a podcast’s “Episodes” tab
2. Select the episode you want to access
3. Click the “Transcript” tab
4. Use “Command + F” if you’re looking for a specific keyword, phrase, or name

What Can You Do with Podcast Transcripts?

Here are some interesting ways users can leverage transcripts:

Enhance Guest Pitch Personalization

• How: Use transcriptions to find specific episodes where a host has covered relevant topics, expressed interest in certain niches, or asked questions aligning with your client’s expertise.
• Impact: Craft hyper-relevant pitches that reference past episodes, increasing acceptance rates for guest placements.

Discover Content Gaps for Strategic Guest Placements

• How: Analyze transcripts to identify recurring themes or missing perspectives. For example, if a podcast discusses a broad industry but skips a niche you specialize in, pitch a guest to fill that gap.
• Impact: Position clients or brands as valuable contributors, earning more targeted exposure.

Keyword Analysis for Advertising Campaigns

• How: Use keyword-rich transcriptions to identify podcasts that organically align with your campaign’s target audience or brand messaging.
• Impact: Ensure ad placements feel natural and reach listeners already engaged with relevant content.

Monitor Brand Mentions Across Podcasts

• How: Use transcriptions to search for mentions of your brand, products, or key executives across 20,000 podcasts. Set up alerts or conduct regular searches to stay informed.
• Impact: Gain a deeper understanding of how your brand is being discussed in long-form media, identifying opportunities to amplify positive mentions or address misconceptions.

Track Industry Trends and Emerging Topics

• How: Analyze transcriptions for frequently discussed terms, industry buzzwords, or recurring themes across multiple shows. Look for patterns over time to anticipate market shifts or trends.
• Impact: Stay ahead of the curve and position your brand as a thought leader by addressing timely topics in your content and campaigns.

Monitor Competitor Coverage

• How: Search for your competitors’ mentions across podcasts to understand how they’re positioned, what narratives are being shared, and which shows they are featured on.
• Impact: Use this intelligence to identify untapped opportunities for your brand or refine your messaging.

Identify Influencers and Advocates

• How: Analyze transcriptions to find hosts or frequent guests who mention your brand or discuss topics relevant to your products/services.
• Impact: Build relationships with potential advocates or influencers who align with your brand’s mission.

Crisis Management and Sentiment Analysis

• How: Monitor for mentions of your brand in contexts that may indicate controversy, complaints, or negative sentiment. Evaluate the surrounding conversation to prepare an appropriate response.
• Impact: Act quickly to address potential PR issues before they escalate, protecting your reputation.

Podcast transcriptions are a game-changer for media monitoring, giving brands the ability to track, analyze, and act on the wealth of conversations happening in the growing podcast space.

Podcast Transcripts – Final Thoughts

Podchaser’s expansion of transcript coverage offers PR agencies, brands, and media companies even more ways to understand who’s saying what in podcasts.

If you need a high volume of transcripts, consider Podchaser’s API as a viable solution.