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How to turn the video you have into the video you were hoping for

June 17, 2026

With our latest release, Descript becomes a more powerful AI video enhancer. Now you can fix bad lighting, clean up audio, remove filler words, smooth jump cuts, and improve video quality. All in a few clicks.

Sherry Lin
Sherry is a Product Manager at Descript, leading the end-to-end visual editing experience.

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How They Made It

My Perfect Console’s Simon Parkin on how to make your interview podcast stand out

March 7, 2024

Simon Parkin didn't set out to make an indie podcast, but that's what he did. He shares how a sharp format helps his interview show stand out and how to stay creative with a day job.

Zan Romanoff
Zan Romanoff is a full-time freelance journalist, as well as the author of three young adult novels. She lives and writes in LA.

How They Made It

The Dumb Zone on the tricky transition from radio to podcasting

February 26, 2024

Dan McDowell and Jake Kemp's move from radio to podcasting came with contract disputes, a lawsuit, and the challenge of rebuilding their once massive audience.

Zan Romanoff
Zan Romanoff is a full-time freelance journalist, as well as the author of three young adult novels. She lives and writes in LA.

AI for Creators

Is the AI tool the problem, or is it your prompt? 6 questions to ask

February 22, 2024

Sometimes, the AI tool really doesn't work for your project. Sometimes, the problem is you. Here's how to know the difference.

Briana Brownell
Briana Brownell is a Canadian data scientist and multidisciplinary creator who writes about the intersection of technology and creativity.

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Andrew Mason
CEO & founder at Descript. Former CEO & founder at Detour, former CEO & co-founder at Groupon.

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Sandy Diao
Former Director of Growth at Descript. Former growth, marketing, and strategy at Facebook, Pinterest, Indiegogo.

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Brandon Copple
Head of Content at Descript. Former Editor at Groupon, Chicago Sun-Times, and a bunch of other places. Dad. Book reader. Friend to many Matts.

Video

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Alec Opperman • Mar 21, 2025
7 proven thumbnail designs for higher click-through rates
Boost your video views with 7 proven thumbnail designs. Learn how to create engaging visuals, tell stories, and increase click-through rates.
Braveen Kumar • Mar 04, 2025
How to make a product demo video that proves it can do what you say it can
Learn how to make a product demo video that shows your product in action. See demo types, a simple workflow, and tools to record, edit, and share fast.
Alec Opperman • Mar 31, 2025
YouTube channel stopped growing? Here’s the fix in 2026
Discover proven factors affecting YouTube channel growth and what you can do to prevent a sudden drop in your audience retention chart. Get the fix now.
Alec Opperman • Jan 28, 2025
Advice for video editors, from YouTube video editors
Pro YouTube editors share the common video editing mistakes that hurt retention, plus simple fixes for pacing, audio, and cuts that keep viewers watching.
Braveen Kumar • Jan 08, 2025
How to generate buzz for your product launch with video
Discover the best types of video for launching a new product or feature with tips to help you create your own on a budget.

Podcasting

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Briana Brownell • Mar 24, 2025
6 AI tools to streamline your podcast production
Discover 6 AI tools for seamless podcast production. From transcription to audio cleanup, streamline your process with top-notch automation.
Alec Opperman • Mar 31, 2025
Adding video to your podcast the right way (in 2026)
Learn how to add video to a podcast without tanking quality. Discover essential video podcasting tips, from remote setups to editing hacks and more.
Eric Silver • Nov 04, 2024
What podcast hosts can do to make life easier for their editors
Whether you have a production team or are a team of one, these tips will help all involved make better edits, be more creative, and get episodes out on time.
Eric Silver • Oct 29, 2024
The 3 pillars of naming your podcast
Naming your podcast might be the most important thing you do for your show, and it's not easy. Here are three rules of thumb to help you out.
Eric Silver • Oct 08, 2024
So you got invited on a podcast: How to be a good podcast guest
These tips from a frequent podcast guest will ensure you'll be the audience's favorite—and will definitely be invited back on another episode.

Product Updates

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Brandon Copple • Feb 26, 2025
Descript Season 8: Make video that looks good by default
Now you can create polished, professional videos in just a few minutes with our new scenes, layouts, and Smart transitions.
Brandon Copple • Apr 01, 2025
Descript season 7: rooms, Zoom & automatic multicam in 2026
Experience Descript’s remote recording studio, 4K multitrack recording, and Automatic Multicam—podcast & video editing software for better collaboration.
Brandon Copple • Apr 01, 2025
Descript season 6: unleash our AI assistant in 2026
Meet Season 6’s Underlord, an AI editing assistant that transforms video editing software, podcasts, audio transcription, and remote recording—create more.
Brandon Copple • Mar 28, 2024
Better exports, new AI Actions, and everything else we released in March
March—the only month that’s also a command. And trudge on we did, putting one foot in front of the other, clinging to some childish hope of spring,* but knowing you would probably unsubscribe before we reached the end. But you didn’t. You haven’t. You remain among the not-unsubscribed. So apparently you’re still...
Brandon Copple • Feb 29, 2024
New, better stock voices and Quick Recorder, plus everything else Descript released in February 2024
See what Descript released in February 2024, including new AI stock speakers, an improved Quick Recorder, and the launch of Descript Labs.
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