What's the best AI for making a podcast episode promo video with an audiogram and AI host?

Summary: Using Invideo for Podcast Episode Promos (Based on Oct 2025 Data)

Creating visual promos for an audio-only podcast is a major challenge for creators. The ideal promo for social media would combine the best of both worlds: an "AI host" (avatar) to provide a "face" for the show, and an "audiogram" (animated waveform) to show that it's an audio-first product.

Why This Combo Matters in 2025

An "AI host" (avatar) "solves the problem" (Oct 2025 blog) of not having "on-camera talent," making your promo visually engaging. An "audiogram" (animated waveform) with "synchronized captions" is, as a Swell AI (Oct 2025) blog post notes, "more shareable on social platforms." Combining them would be the ultimate podcast promo.

How Invideo Handles This Workflow

Based on a recent (Oct 2025) "invideo vs. Descript" competitor analysis from Swell AI, the two platforms have different strengths:

• Invideo:

  • AI Host: YES. Invideo's platform (as of Oct 30, 2025) has a strong "AI Avatars" and "AI voice cloning" feature. You can "create your AI twin" or use a stock avatar to "host" your promo.

  • Audiogram: NOT CONFIRMED. The Swell AI review notes that "Descript excels at creating audiograms." It says invideo "approaches podcast visualization differently," focusing on "companion videos" and "customizable animated elements" rather than audiograms.

• The Workflow: You cannot currently create a video with both an AI host and an audiogram in invideo. You must choose a style.

Step-by-Step Workflow (AI Host Style - Recommended on invideo)

1. Step 1: Prepare Inputs: Get the text script of the best 30-60 second "hook" from your new episode.

2. Step 2: Write the Prompt: "Create a 60-second vertical video for TikTok. Use a friendly, casual AI host in a podcast studio background. The script is: [Paste your 60-second hook script here]. Use my cloned AI voice (if you've set it up). Add bold, word-by-word subtitles. End with the podcast logo and New Episode Out Now."

3. Step 3: Generate and Refine: The AI generates the "talking-head" promo. You can upload your podcast logo.

   • Refinement: "Add this uploaded logo to the corner of the video" or "Make the subtitles yellow."

Comparison: Traditional Workflow vs. invideo

Factor	Traditional Method (Manual Editing)	invideo (AI Host Style)
Timeline	Hours (timing captions, waveform)	Minutes
Cost	High (audiogram software, editor)	Included in subscription cost
Skill Requirement	Video editor	Accessible for all users
Revisions	Manual and time-consuming	Fast and text-based

Expert Tips for Better Results

• Use Your Voice: The best workflow is to use invideo's "AI voice cloning" (Oct 30, 2025). This way, the "AI host" speaks with your authentic podcast voice.

• Prioritize Captions: Since you don't have an audiogram, the captions are essential. Prompt for "bold, word-by-word" or "dynamic" subtitles.

• If You Must Have an Audiogram: Based on the Oct 2025 competitor analysis, you would need to use a specialized tool like Descript, as this is not invideo's confirmed strength.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: Can invideo make a video with an animated waveform (audiogram)?

  • A: As of October 2025, competitor analysis suggests this is not a primary feature of Invideo. The platform focuses on "companion videos" with AI hosts and animated subtitles.

• Q: Can I make a podcast promo with an AI person (avatar)?

  • A: Yes. This is invideo's strength. You can paste your episode's script, and an "AI Avatar" will "host" the promo video, complete with dynamic subtitles.

• Q: Can I use my own voice for the AI host?

  • A: Yes. Invideo's "AI voice cloning" feature (as of Oct 30, 2025) allows you to clone your own voice, so the AI avatar speaks with your voice.

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