Voice to Text for Podcasters
You spend hours talking into a microphone for your show, then sit down to type out show notes, episode descriptions, and social posts like some kind of ironic punishment. Blurt lets you speak all that written content too. Hold a button, talk through your show notes naturally, release. Text appears wherever your cursor is — in Notion, Google Docs, your podcast host, social media. Your voice created the episode. Let it create everything around it too.
The Typing Problem
Writing show notes after recording for two hours
You just talked for 90 minutes straight. Your voice is tired, your brain is fried, and now you're staring at a blank document trying to summarize what you just said. You could explain these topics out loud in 30 seconds, but typing them takes 20 minutes. The irony isn't lost on you — you literally just said all of this into a microphone.
Crafting episode descriptions that actually get clicks
Every episode needs a compelling description for Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and your RSS feed. You know what makes the episode great — you could pitch it to a friend in 15 seconds — but translating that enthusiasm to typed text feels like pulling teeth. So you write something generic and move on. Downloads suffer, but at least you're done.
Preparing research notes before guest interviews
You've got a great guest coming on next week. You've read their book, listened to their other appearances, and have a head full of questions. But organizing all those thoughts into a document means an hour of typing. So you show up with scattered notes and miss the follow-up questions you meant to ask.
Creating social media content to promote each episode
Every episode needs tweets, LinkedIn posts, Instagram captions, and newsletter blurbs. You could riff on why this episode matters for 60 seconds — the words are right there in your head — but typing four different versions for four different platforms takes your entire afternoon. Most episodes get one rushed tweet and nothing else.
Sponsor communications and read scripts
Your sponsors need talking points approved, read scripts drafted, and performance reports written. You know exactly what to say — you're a professional talker — but every email and document requires typing. The mental switch from speaking mode to writing mode is exhausting. Sponsor relationships suffer because communication feels like work.
How It Works
Blurt works in every app podcasters use — Notion for show prep, Google Docs for scripts, Buzzsprout for episode descriptions, Twitter for promotion. Anywhere you can type, Blurt can speak.
Hold your hotkey
Press your chosen keyboard shortcut. A small indicator shows Blurt is listening. Works even while your recording software is open.
Talk like you're on the show
Speak your show notes, episode description, or social post naturally. Use the same voice you use behind the mic. Blurt handles punctuation and formatting.
Release and publish
Text appears at your cursor instantly. No copying, no switching apps, no transcription delays. Edit if needed and hit publish.
Real Scenarios
Drafting show notes while the episode is fresh
You just wrapped recording and the content is still vivid in your mind. Instead of typing, hold your hotkey and talk through the key points: 'In this episode we cover three strategies for growing your podcast audience. First, we discuss cross-promotion with complementary shows. Then we get into leveraging YouTube Shorts. Finally, our guest shares how she grew from 100 to 10,000 downloads using newsletter swaps.' Show notes done in 45 seconds. Episode published before you lose momentum.
Writing episode descriptions that hook listeners
Your episode needs a description that makes people hit play. Hold the button and pitch it like you're telling a friend: 'Ever wonder why some podcasts blow up while yours stays stuck at 200 downloads? This week I talk to someone who cracked the code. She went from recording in her closet to getting acquired by a major network in 18 months. She shares the exact playbook.' Compelling description done in 20 seconds. No staring at blank pages.
Preparing guest research and interview questions
You're prepping for next week's interview. As you read through their background, hold your hotkey and speak your observations: 'Ask about the pivot from B2B to B2C in 2023. Follow up on the funding round they mentioned on the other podcast. Get their take on the industry consolidation happening right now.' Your prep doc builds itself while you research. Show up to interviews with comprehensive notes.
Creating social clips descriptions and promotional posts
You've got a great 60-second clip ready for social media. It needs a caption. Hold the button: 'My guest dropped this truth bomb about podcast growth and I had to clip it. The myth that you need expensive equipment is holding most podcasters back. Listen to the full episode link in bio.' Caption done. Move to the next platform. All four social posts written in under 3 minutes instead of 30.
Writing sponsor outreach and partnership emails
A brand you love would be perfect for your show. Hold your hotkey and speak the pitch: 'Hey, I host a podcast about productivity with 5,000 weekly downloads, mostly professionals aged 25 to 40. Your app comes up constantly in listener questions. Would love to explore a sponsorship. I can send our media kit and rates.' Professional outreach email drafted in 15 seconds. Send more pitches, land more sponsors.
Responding to listener emails and messages
Your listeners send questions, feedback, and episode suggestions. Each one deserves a thoughtful response, but typing personal replies to 20 people takes hours. Hold the button and respond naturally: 'Thanks so much for the kind words about episode 47. That guest was incredible. To answer your question about my mic setup...' Personal responses in seconds. Listeners feel heard. Community grows.
Planning episodes and brainstorming content
You're mapping out the next month of episodes. Instead of typing notes, talk through your ideas: 'Episode 52 should cover the new podcast app changes. Maybe get someone from Spotify on. Episode 53 could be a listener Q&A since we haven't done one in a while. Episode 54 ties into the conference happening that week.' Your content calendar takes shape at the speed of thought.
Why podcasters choose Blurt over built-in dictation
| Blurt | macOS Dictation | |
|---|---|---|
| Activation | Single hotkey, works in any app instantly | Double-tap function key, inconsistent activation |
| Speed | Text appears in under 500ms after speaking | 2-3 second delay, sometimes longer |
| Accuracy | Handles podcast terminology and guest names well | Struggles with industry terms and proper nouns |
| Reliability | Works consistently across all applications | Fails randomly in certain apps, requires troubleshooting |
| Recording compatibility | Works while recording software is running | Can conflict with audio interfaces and DAWs |
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