How to Convert Video to Audio

Sometimes, you want the audio track from a video. It could be a music video, a recorded lecture, or a funny clip you want as a ringtone. Here’s how to extract audio from video files on the most common devices:

Windows

1. VLC Media Player:

• • Download VLC Media Player if you don’t have it (https://www.videolan.org/vlc/)
  • Open VLC, go to “Media” -> “Convert/Save.”
  • Click “Add” and select your video file.
  • Click “Convert/Save,” then choose “Audio – MP3” as the profile.
  • Select a destination for your new audio file and hit “Start.”

macOS

1. QuickTime Player:

• • Open your video in QuickTime Player.
  • Go to “File” -> “Export As” -> “Audio Only”.
  • Choose your desired save location and file name.

iPhone

1. App Store Apps:

• • Download a converter app like “MP3 Converter”.
  • Open the app and select the video from your Photos library.
  • Choose your desired audio format (usually MP3).
  • Tap “Convert” and save the file to your phone.

Android

1. Google Play Store Apps:

• • Download a converter app like “Video to MP3 Converter.”
  • Open the app, then select the video you want to convert
  • Choose your desired audio format (like MP3) and quality.
  • Tap “Convert” and save the audio file to your device.

Do you have webinars, YouTube videos, or other video content that could quickly become captivating podcasts? Podcast.ai is a powerful tool that makes this conversion incredibly simple. Here’s how it works:

Getting Started with Podcast.ai

1. Create an Account: Go to the Podcast.ai website (https://podcast.ai) and create a free account.
2. Upload Your Video: Click “Create” and select the “New Project” option. Then, choose “Convert Video to Podcast” and upload your video file.
3. Enhancements (Optional): Podcast.ai offers fantastic tools to refine your audio:

• • Noise Reduction: Remove background distractions for professional-sounding audio.
  • Filler Word Removal: Eliminate “ums” and “ahs” for smoother delivery.
  • Audio Enhancements: Optimize volume and audio quality automatically.

1. Transcription: Podcast.ai automatically generates a transcript of your video, making it easy to edit or create show notes.
2. Create Your Podcast:

• • Edit: Trim your audio, if needed, directly within the Podcast.ai interface.
  • Intro/Outro: Add your podcast’s theme music and standard messages.
  • Title and Description: Craft a compelling title and description for your new podcast episode.

Export and Publish

1. Download Your Audio File: Export your podcast episode as an MP3 file.
2. Choose a Podcast Host: Select a podcast hosting platform like Buzzsprout, Podbean, or Transistor.fm.
3. Upload and Distribute: Upload your MP3 to your podcast host, complete the episode details, and your podcast is ready!