Turn YouTube Videos into Podcasts

Simply paste any YouTube URL into podcast-generator.ai, click the YouTube button, and hit create. We automatically extract the video's transcript and transform it into a natural two-host podcast conversation. The entire process takes just a few minutes.

Yes, the YouTube video needs to have captions enabled. The good news is that most YouTube videos have auto-generated captions, so the vast majority of content will work. If a video has no captions at all, we won't be able to extract the transcript.

Yes, you can convert any public YouTube video with captions. However, the resulting podcast is for personal use. If you plan to publish or distribute it, you should get permission from the original creator or ensure the content is licensed appropriately.

Educational content, interviews, lectures, conference talks, tutorials, and documentaries work exceptionally well. The AI excels at transforming spoken content into engaging dialogue. Videos that are heavily visual or music-focused are less ideal since the audio context alone may not capture the full value.

Absolutely. You can add context or instructions to guide the AI. For example, you can say 'Focus on the practical tips' or 'Make it accessible for beginners' or 'Summarize this into a 10-minute episode'. This lets you tailor the output to your specific needs.

The entire process typically takes 2-5 minutes depending on the video length. We fetch the transcript, generate an engaging script, and produce the audio with natural-sounding voices. You can download the MP3 immediately after generation.

We support all standard YouTube URL formats including regular watch links (youtube.com/watch?v=...), short links (youtu.be/...), and embed URLs. Just paste whatever link you have and we'll handle it.

Yes, this is one of the most popular use cases. You can instruct the AI to create a condensed summary. Turn a 2-hour interview into a tight 15-minute podcast that captures the key insights, or distill a lengthy lecture into the essential concepts.

Completely different. Downloading audio gives you the raw video soundtrack. Our tool transforms the content into a new format: a structured, engaging podcast conversation between two hosts. It's not a copy; it's a reimagining of the content optimized for audio listening.

Yes, and this is a great way to repurpose your content. If you're a YouTuber, you can turn your video library into a podcast feed, reaching audiences who prefer audio. It's an efficient way to expand your content distribution without extra recording.

Yes. Once you convert a YouTube video to a podcast using podcast-generator.ai, you get an MP3 file you can download. Add it to your phone, podcast app, or any music player to listen offline during commutes, flights, or anywhere without internet.

You can try your first episode completely free with no credit card required. After that, we offer affordable plans for regular use. The free trial lets you experience the full quality of the conversion before committing.

We support YouTube videos in any language that has captions. The AI can generate podcast episodes in 40+ languages, so you can convert a video in one language and output the podcast in another if needed.

Paste the YouTube URL into podcast-generator.ai, customize the output if desired, and download the MP3. You can then upload to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or any podcast hosting platform. It's the fastest way to turn video content into a podcast feed.