Episode 26 - From Create Button to Creator Engine
Welcome to Chatmosa - Podcasters in Training, the weekly podcast where creators, aspiring podcasters, and media builders come together to talk through the real journey of podcasting.
In Episode 26 of Chatmosa - Podcasters in Training this episode brings together the Chatmosa leadership team, including host David - Head of Product and joined by Camille - CEO and host of Between Doctors and Friends, Sandra - CTO, Auntie Derek - Head of Growth and host of Auntie Derek's Daytime Tea, along with special podcasting guests, - Nicole, from Keipeki Publishing, and Nish from Nish's Niche.
The episode explores Chatmosa’s evolution from a social audio live-streaming tool into a broader creator platform for podcasts, live sessions, articles, newsletters, uploaded episodes, and more.
Some of the new Chatmosa features released this week:
New Chatmosa Create Page
The new Chatmosa Create page is designed to make it easier for users to choose what you want to create, whether that’s going live, recording a podcast, writing a post, or publishing a podcast episode.
With the new Create Page, Instead of figuring out which tool to use first, you can choose the format that fits your idea and let Chatmosa guide the workflow from there. Whether you’re going live, recording a podcast, uploading an episode, writing a post, or sending a newsletter, the new Create Page keeps the focus where it belongs: on your voice, your story, and your community.
Create options include:
Go live
- Start and schedule a live real-time conversation with your audience
- Bring your community into the moment
- Use the Jumbotron for visual storytelling, links, media, and interactive content
Record an episode
- Capture a podcast episode, interview, or masterclass
- Record directly inside Chatmosa
- Create polished content without needing complicated production tools
Upload an episode
- Add an existing audio or video file
- Let Chatmosa host and distribute it
- Sync your episode to your podcast feeds
Write a post
- Turn your thoughts into an article or blog post
- Create searchable, GEO/SEO-friendly content
- Give your audience another way to engage with your ideas
Quick recording
- Capture a short voice memo, thought, or clip
- Share quick updates without setting up a full session
- Perfect for fast reactions, teasers, or behind-the-scenes moments
Compose a newsletter
- Send updates directly to your fans’ email inboxes
- Promote new episodes, upcoming sessions, or community news
- Build a direct relationship beyond social platforms
New Chatmosa Media Editor Transcript Search
Thanks to CTO Sandra, we now have powerful new Transcript Search feature inside the Chatmosa Media Editor, making it much easier to edit longer podcast episodes. Instead of playing or using the playhead to scrub through the timeline or replaying sections to find a specific quote, topic, or moment, creators can now search the episode transcript and jump directly to the exact section they need. It turns the transcript into a navigation tool, helping podcasters find key moments faster, tighten edits, and create better clips without wasting time hunting through the full recording.
Chatmosa Media Editor - Insert Media
New Chatmosa Media Editor "Insert Media"
Sandra also added a new Insert Audio or Video feature inside the Media Editor, giving creators more control over how their episodes are finished and polished.
You can now drop new media directly into an existing episode, making it easy to add a branded intro, closing outro, sponsor message, music bumper, or extra video clip without leaving Chatmosa. It turns the editor into a more complete production workspace, so podcasters can shape the final episode, add context, and make each recording feel more professional before publishing.
Create and Publish Articles
Also this week the team added the ability to create and publish articles or posts directly from the platform, giving creators another way to turn ideas into content.
Here is an ecample of the new Chatmosa Article template from Nish's Nishe and her article - C'mon and Join the Show!
Instead of only recording or going live, you can now write a blog-style post, publish an article, share updates, or expand a podcast topic into written content your audience can read and discover. It is especially useful for show notes, episode recaps, creator updates, SEO/GEO-friendly articles, and turning one conversation into a longer-lasting piece of content on your Chatmosa page
Podcasters in Training Community
Podcasters Nicole and Nish shared their Chatmosa journeys this week.
Nish explained that her primary motivation is consolidation. She shares, "I want to centralize my presence online" moving her extensive library of articles from a WordPress site she no longer frequently updates. By moving to Chatmosa, she intends to eliminate the recurring costs of her WordPress URL and hosting. Her ultimate vision for her Chatmosa page is for it to be her "central place where people will come to either read my work or hear my work and watch my work" .
Another episode highlight wes Nicole’s experience testing Chatmosa for her own podcast. She shared how simple and seamless the recording process felt, describing it as almost “magical.” Within 24 hours, her podcast was live on major platforms like Apple Podcasts and Spotify, showing how Chatmosa helps new creators move from idea to published episode quickly.
The team also discussed practical podcasting tips, including how to keep intros short, use tools like Canva for visual/audio branding, add intros and outros with the media editor, and prepare better guest interviews. Derek shares advice on researching guests, creating an outline, and asking open-ended questions while still leaving room for natural conversation.
This episode is a helpful behind-the-scenes look at how beginner podcasters can build confidence, improve their workflow, and use Chatmosa to create, edit, publish, and grow their shows.
Key topics covered:
- Chatmosa’s new Create experience
- The new Media Editor - Insert Media Feature
- Media Editor Transcript and Transcript Search
- Creating and publishing articles.
- Recording and publishing podcasts with Chatmosa
- Nicole’s first-hand podcasting journey
- Using AI and editing tools to improve episodes
- Creating better podcast intros and outros
- Guest interview preparation tips
- Lessons from the Podcasters in Training community
Whether you’re launching your first podcast or improving your existing show, this episode offers practical advice, creator encouragement, and a look at how Chatmosa makes podcasting easier from start to finish.
Catch the Chatmosa Wave!
Chatmosa Session - Episode 26 - Podcasters in Training
Welcome back to another inspiring episode of Chatmosa's "Podcasters in Training"! In Episode 26, our host David, the Head of Product at Chatmosa, guided an enthusiastic team discussion and featured special guest Nicole, a budding podcaster, who shared her experiences and insights from her journey so far.
Podcaster Nish also dropped by to chat about her past week migrating her Wordpress articles to the new Chatmosa article feature.
The session kicked off with an engaging round of introductions, with co-hosts Camille, Derek, and Sandra expressing excitement for the week ahead. David highlighted the recent improvements made to the Chatmosa platform. One of the significant changes was the rebranding of the “start a session” function to the more intuitive “create” button, making it easier for users to produce content.
“We wanted to clarify our purpose: recording podcasts, whether solo or with a community, while still catering to various creative formats,” he explained.
Camille detailed exciting new features available to all users, including the ability to easily create live streams, articles, blog posts, and more. She emphasized the platform's evolution, saying, “We're not just about social audio live streams anymore; we’re focusing on empowering creators to develop content that resonates.”
In a standout segment, Nicole shared her recent experiences testing the platform, particularly how she found the recording process "magical" and seamless. “I set up my podcast with ease, and within 24 hours, it was live on major platforms like iTunes and Spotify,” she detailed, expressing her delight in diversifying her content by leveraging Chatmosa’s capabilities.
An interactive discussion ensued about the platform’s AI capabilities, with users digging into the tools available for recording, editing, and enhancing content.
Sandra shared her excitement about the new Chatmosa media editor feature, which allows users to insert introductions and outros into their podcasts seamlessly. “It made editing not just easier, but also significantly more efficient,” she said. Also released with the latest version of the Media Editor was the ability to search the transcript to help easily find a segment in the episode.
The team also explored how to create visually appealing content, with Nish proposing that podcasters consider Canva to produce dynamic video and audio introductions. David added, “Keep your intros short and engaging. Our listeners appreciate getting straight to the content.”
The conversation naturally flowed into tips for Nicole on managing guest appearances in her upcoming podcasts. Hosts like Auntie Derek shared their methods for preparing interview questions while ensuring guests feel comfortable. “Research your guest and have an outline ready, but leave room for open-ended questions,” he advised, creating an avenue for natural dialogue.
As the session drew to a close, attendees engaged in a reflective exercise, sharing their key takeaways from the week. David encouraged everyone by stating, “We’re always learning, whether it’s about new features or honing our podcasting craft. It’s about the journey.”
This vibrant and informative session reemphasized Chatmosa's commitment to supporting content creators in their journey, ensuring they have the right tools at their disposal to create, engage, and thrive. As always, the Chatmosa team invites feedback and interaction, urging listeners to share their experiences and suggestions for future sessions.
Join us in the next episode as we continue to explore the ever-evolving landscape of podcasting!