Podcasting has evolved rapidly, and with so many tools available it can be hard to know which ones are worth your time and money. In this episode of Start Grow and Monetise Your Podcast, James Burtt and Alex Chisnall break down the top five podcasting tools you need in 2025. Whether you are launching your first show or scaling an established podcast, these tools will save you hours of editing, improve your audio and video quality, and make your content more discoverable across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and beyond.

From AI-powered editing software to all-in-one recording platforms, transcription tools for SEO, and distribution platforms for growth, this episode will show you how to upgrade your podcasting workflow and engage your audience more effectively.

If you want to save time, cut costs, and reach more listeners with professional-quality content, these are the tools you cannot afford to ignore.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Why Autopod is the ultimate AI editing tool for multi-camera podcasts

• How Riverside outperforms Zoom as a portable podcast studio for creators

• The role of Otter.ai in boosting podcast accessibility and SEO

• How to use ChatGPT for podcast research, strategy, and social media content

• Why Spotify for Creators and Captivate are essential for podcast distribution and audience growth

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Key Takeaways:

1. Podcasting is easier to start but harder than ever to get noticed. Tools can give you an edge.

2. Autopod saves hours by automatically cutting between multiple camera angles.

3. Riverside offers high-quality remote recording, echo cancellation, and AI transcription.

4. Otter.ai provides fast and affordable transcription that boosts accessibility and SEO rankings.

5. ChatGPT accelerates research, workflows, and content creation but needs human oversight.

6. Spotify for Creators and Captivate simplify hosting, uploading, and managing your podcast.

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