Speechify has officially unveiled a new AI Podcast feature on the Speechify iOS App and Speechify Web App. The AI Podcast feature transforms written documents into dynamic, personal podcasts in less than a minute. This new feature gives users the ability to consume and share information in an entirely fresh way—through immersive audio shows that feel natural, engaging, and easy to follow.
Text Transformed into Podcasts
At its core, the AI Podcast feature takes any written content, whether it’s a work report, lecture notes, research paper, or creative essay, and automatically converts it into a polished, podcast-style experience. Instead of simply reading text aloud, Speechify structures the content into flowing audio that sounds like a real podcast, complete with different show styles and tones to match the subject matter.
Users can select from four formats to bring their documents to life:
- Podcast – conversational and informative, like a traditional podcast episode
- Late Night Show – lively, entertaining, and playful in delivery
- Debate – two perspectives presented back and forth, sparking critical thinking
- Lecture – structured, clear, and academic in tone
This flexibility makes it possible for the same document to take on very different personalities, depending on the chosen style and the audience.
A Boost for Focus, Retention, and Learning
Listening to content instead of reading it provides important cognitive benefits. Many users find that audio formats enhance focus and reduce distractions, making it easier to absorb complex information. Others retain more knowledge when they hear it rather than see it on the page. By converting documents into podcasts, Speechify allows people to listen while commuting, exercising, or completing daily tasks, turning idle time into opportunities for learning and growth.
The AI Podcast feature also supports diverse learning preferences. For example, students can have study materials presented in lecture or debate form that can deepen comprehension. Additionally, professionals can listen to reports or white papers in a conversational podcast style that can spark creativity and strengthen recall during meetings or presentations.
How Speechify AI Podcast Works
The process for creating an AI Podcast has been designed to be as user-friendly as possible. Here’s how the new feature works on both the Speechify Web App and Speechify iOS App:
How to Use Speechify AI Podcast on Web App
- Tap “Podcasts” in the lefthand toolbar of the home screen.
- Select “+ Podcast” in the top left.
- Choose a show style: Podcast, Late Night Show, Debate, or Lecture.
- Click “Continue."
- Input text by selecting “Describe with Text” or upload a file from the library.
- The personal podcast is generated in under a minute.
How to Use Speechify AI Podcast on iOS App
- Open a document.
- Tap “Podcast” in the upper toolbar.
- Choose the show style: Podcast, Late Night Show, Debate, or Lecture.
- Click “Next.”
- The podcast is generated in under a minute.
New Possibilities for Every User
Speechify’s AI Podcast feature opens doors for creators, learners, and professionals alike:
- Students & Educators: Speechify’s AI Podcast feature converts notes, essays, or textbooks into lectures or debates for enhanced study and classroom engagement.
- Business Leaders: Speechify’s AI Podcast feature turns reports, proposals, or thought-leadership articles into podcast-style content that’s easy to share with teams or clients.
- Content Creators & Writers: Speechify’s AI Podcast feature reimagines blog posts or manuscripts as entertaining podcasts or late-night show episodes to make proofreading a breeze.
- Everyday Learners: With Speechify’s AI Podcast feature, anyone can listen to articles, guides, or personal writing as if they were produced audio shows.
Accessibility and Inclusion
For people with learning differences like dyslexia, ADHD, or vision challenges, consuming text in audio form has long been a powerful tool for accessibility. By going beyond basic text to speech and adding natural structure, tone, and conversational flow, the AI Podcast feature makes content more engaging and less fatiguing to follow. This means users aren’t just listening, but rather they’re connecting with the material in ways that boost confidence, understanding, and long-term retention.
More Speechify AI Tools
In addition to the innovative Speechify AI Podcast feature, Speechify now offers other AI-powered tools to enhance learning and productivity. With AI Summaries, users can quickly condense long texts into key insights, while AI Recap makes it easy to extract highlights and takeaways from PDFs. AI Quiz transforms reading material into interactive questions that strengthen retention, and AI Chat allows users to ask questions directly within their content for instant, intelligent answers. Together, these tools create a personalized reading and study experience.