Tapesearch

Tapesearch offers the largest open database of podcast transcripts, perfect for users who wish to find specific content within podcasts without the need to listen to entire episodes. It functions as a powerful search engine that enables rapid searches through millions of transcripts. Users can download these transcripts in various formats and benefit from the convenience of email alerts for keyword mentions. Tapesearch caters to market researchers, podcasters, open-source intelligence analysts, and the general public, providing an efficient method to access and explore the wealth of knowledge contained in podcasts. With a user-friendly interface and AI-powered chat for a dynamic Q&A experience, Tapesearch innovates the way we engage with podcast content, making it quantifiable, accessible, and actionable. It is particularly noteworthy for its commitment to inclusivity, addressing the needs of the deaf and hard-of-hearing community by providing readable content.

Key Features

• Largest Database: Access to 2 million+ podcast transcripts for comprehensive research and intelligence gathering.

• Full-Text Search: Powerful search functionality to find specific topics, phrases, or keywords within podcast transcripts.

• AI Chat Feature: Engage with podcasts on a deeper level with an AI-powered chat that emulates conversations based on transcript content.

• Real-Time Alerts: Receive prompt email alerts whenever your specified keywords are mentioned in a podcast transcript.

• Transcript Formats: Option to download transcripts in multiple formats such as TXT, SRT, VTT, and JSON, complete with timestamps.

FAQ

What is Tapesearch?

Tapesearch is a search engine designed to quickly search through podcast transcripts, allowing you to find and navigate directly to specific parts of a recording.

What podcasts are included?

Currently, Tapesearch includes the most popular podcasts based on the number of iTunes ratings. The aim is to continually include more podcasts, and users can request additions through the chat box on the website.

Where does the transcription model make errors?

Errors may occur with names, fast speech, background music, and during silences or music-only segments. Timing errors in timestamps can accumulate in long recordings. Users are encouraged to report any significant errors for correction.

What file format are the transcripts?

Transcripts are available in TXT, VTT, and SRT formats. VTT and SRT formats include timestamps and can be opened in any text editor.

How often is Tapesearch updated?

The Tapesearch database is updated daily at midnight UTC, with transcripts typically ready shortly afterwards.