Have you ever wondered how AI can help you find the perfect podcast guest—or land you on your dream show? If you’re a podcaster or want to up your podcast research game, you don’t want to miss this conversation!

In this episode of Podcasting Tech, host Mathew Passy is joined in-studio by Luke Belbina, co-founder of Podengine, to dive into the rise of AI-powered podcast guest discovery and research tools—and how these innovations are set to change the landscape for hosts and guests alike.

You’ll hear about why Podengine was built, powerful (and sometimes surprising) use cases for podcast AI, and the evolving challenge of standing out amid a flood of AI-generated content. Luke also shares what makes a podcast “authoritative,” the real value of transcripts and show data, and how Podengine is intentionally designed to prevent spam while boosting real podcast connections.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to make podcast research, booking, or promotion more efficient—and for those worried about the “work slop” that can creep in when AI isn’t curated thoughtfully. Luke and Mathew share practical ideas you can implement right now to level up your show’s quality and outreach.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER:

• Where Podengine came from, why AI-based podcast search is different, and how Luke transitioned from healthcare to podcast tech (00:00–00:02:24)
• What makes Podengine’s recommendations and authority scoring unique, and how it supports both guest seekers and podcast hosts (00:02:24–00:07:24)
• How podcasters and researchers can use transcripts, show data, and AI analysis to prepare better interviews and standout pitches (00:07:24–00:10:59)
• The challenges and pitfalls of AI-generated podcasts, filtering low-quality content, and the bigger questions about fact-checking and bias in the age of “content slop” (00:11:46–00:14:51)
• Who Podengine is for right now, what’s changing in podcast guest booking, and the surprising ways AI impacts workflow, team size, and product development (00:15:25–00:23:21)
• Luke’s wish list for the future of podcast tech: supercuts, smarter video tools, and more transparent, human-centric discoverability (00:25:46–00:28:30)
• Favorite podcasts, gear frustrations, and a call to reclaim your algorithm! (00:28:30–end)

Links and resources mentioned in this episode:

• Podengine AI — https://podengine.ai/
• Breaking Points podcast — https://www.breakingpoints.com/
• Lenny’s Podcast (Product Management & Tech) — https://www.lennysnewsletter.com/podcast
• Want to connect with Luke? LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukebelbina/
• Previous recommended episode: The Future of Podcasting: Engaging Listeners Through TrailerGram

Don’t forget: Visit Podengine to claim your show and see your Authority Score, or try out their AI-powered research and guest booking tools! If you loved this episode, leave a review and share it with your podcasting friends.

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Are you a podcast agency, producer, or busy podcaster drowning in fragmented tools, missed deadlines, and endless email chains? Discover Northflow.io, the all-in-one platform built to revolutionize your podcast production workflow. Join us as Northflow.io CEO Fran Melo(a serial entrepreneur whose last startup was acquired for $3.5M!) and CMO Simona Constantini (who runs a real-world podcast production agency!) reveal how they're bringing sanity, efficiency, and seamless project management to the podcasting world.

Say goodbye to "duct-taping" solutions. Northflow.io integrates everything you need – from task management, guest booking, and asset organization to team collaboration – all under one roof. Learn how this platform helps you reclaim your time, boost team productivity, and achieve a clear "bird's eye view" of every podcast episode from creation to publishing.

What You'll Discover in This Episode:

• The REAL Podcast Production Pain: Why scattered tools are your biggest enemy.
• Northflow.io's Unique Solution: How integrated features eliminate chaos & manual work.
• Agency Secrets Revealed: Simona shares how Northflow.io manages 20+ clients and prevents missed deadlines.
• The Future of Podcasting: Fran unveils Northflow.io's vision for AI automation & effortless distribution.
• Unlock Podcast Discoverability: Expert tips to get your show found in a crowded audio landscape.
• Pro Tool & Podcast Picks: Hear what tech our guests love and their must-listen podcasts.

Key Timestamps:

• 00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
• 00:54 The Origin of Northflow: Born from Real Problems
• 02:46 The Core Challenges in Podcast Production Today
• 03:50 Northflow’sIntegrated Features & Key Benefits
• 04:58 Simona's Real-World Agency Perspective on Streamlining Work
• 12:22 Northflow’s Future: Automation, AI, & Beyond
• 17:22 Critical Insights on the Podcasting Industry & Discoverability
• 24:09 Our Guests' Dream Tech Wishlist for Podcasters
• 27:10 Favorite Podcasts & Final Thoughts

About Our Guests:

Fran Melo is the CEO of Northflow.io. A seasoned entrepreneur, he has a strong background in building startups, with his previous venture (focused on solopreneurs in South America) having been acquired last September. Fran's passion lies in identifying real-world problems and developing innovative solutions, leading him to co-found Northflow.io after extensive research into the struggles faced by podcast producers. He's a product person at heart, dedicated to creating seamless and intuitive tools.

Simona Constantini is the CMO of Northflow.io and a true industry expert. She runs her own successful podcast production agency, providing her with...

Are you frustrated with the headaches of editing Zoom podcast recordings? Wish you could turn raw footage into polished video podcasts—without hours of tedious work or a big budget? This episode is for you.

In this episode, host Mathew Passy sits down with Sam Bhattacharyya, CEO of Katana Video, to explore how AI is transforming video podcast editing—especially for creators working with Zoom recordings.

Whether you’re a seasoned podcaster or just starting out, you’ll learn how Katana Video’s AI-powered editing brings pro-quality video podcasts within anyone’s reach—no editing background required. Check out this episode to hear Sam’s story, understand common editing pitfalls, and get actionable strategies for making your next podcast sound and look its best, fast.

Episode Highlights:

Sam’s Journey to Video Tech Innovation: Sam recounts his unconventional career path, starting with building an e-learning platform for West African students, and how his early work in video compression and AI-powered streaming tech led to forming partnerships with Streamyard and eventually, the launch of Katana Video. [00:01:11]

The Real Problem with Editing Zoom Podcasts: Why so many podcasters still use Zoom, despite its limitations, the challenges editors face with Zoom’s single-track recordings and how Katana Video bridges the gap: using AI to separate speakers, automate camera angle switching, add name tags, and create professional-grade visuals with minimal effort. [00:07:36]

The Future of AI in Video Editing: Sam’s perspective on the current state of AI tools like Opus and Descript, and why true “creative” edits are still a human domain, but automation can handle repetitive, standardized editing tasks. [00:17:53]

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Trends & Tech Wishlist for Podcasters: Sam encourages creators to focus less on terminology and more on making content accessible and valuable, and his wish for smarter AI quality control, so creators only get surfaced with high-value, relevant clips. [00:23:17]

Resources & Links:

• Katana Video — Try Sam’s platform for editing Zoom recordings into video podcasts.
• Connect with Sam Bhattacharyya on LinkedIn
• Subscribe to Katana Video Youtube page.

Podcast Recommendations from Sam:

• Dwarkesh Patel Podcast — In-depth conversations on AI and technology.

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