## Transcript File Format Details This is the initial spec for the podcast transcript format. There are three possible formats detailed below.

## HTML The HTML transcript format provides a solution when a transcript is available but no or limited timecode data is available. HTML transcript files are considered low-fidelity and are designed to serve as an accessibility aid and provide searchable episode content. The HTML format used for podcast transcripts should adhere to the following specifications. #### HTML tags used: - ``: Name of the speaker (if available) - ``: Start time of monologue (if available) - `

`: Content of monologue #### Snippet: ``` Kevin: 0:00

We have an update planned where we would like to give the ability to upload an artwork file for these videos

Alban : 0:09

You're triggering Tom right now with a hey, here's a cool feature.

``` Example file: [example.html](example.html)

## JSON The JSON representation is a flexible format that accomodates various degrees of fidelity in a concise way. This format for podcast transcripts should adhere to the following specifications. #### Elements included in this representation: - ``: The version of JSON transcript specification - ``: An array of dialogue elements (segments) - ``: Speaker - ``: Start time for the segment - ``: End time for the segment (if available) - ``: Dialogue content #### Snippet: ``` { "version": "1.0.0", "segments": [ { "speaker": "Darth Vader", "startTime": 0.5, "endTime": 0.75, "body": "I" }, { "speaker": "Darth Vader", "startTime": 1, "endTime": 1.25, "body": "am" }, { "speaker": "Darth Vader", "startTime": 1.5, "endTime": 2.0, "body": "your" }, { "speaker": "Darth Vader", "startTime": 2.25, "endTime": 2.50, "body": "father." }, { "speaker": "Luke", "startTime": 2.75, "endTime": 3.0, "body": "Nooooo" } ] } ``` Example file: [example.json](example.json)

## SRT The SRT format was designed for video captions but provides a suitable solution for podcast transcripts. The SRT format contains medium-fidelity timestamps and are a popular export option from transcription services. SRT transcripts used for podcasts should adhere to the following specifications. #### Properties: - Max number of lines: 2 - Max characters per line: 32 - Speaker names (optional): Start a new card when the speaker changes. Include the speaker's name, followed by a colon. #### Snippet: ``` 1 00:00:00,000 --> 00:00:02,760 Sarah: In today's episode, you'll learn whether or not you 2 00:00:02,760 --> 00:00:06,090 should have a podcast trailer. And if so, what should you 3 00:00:06,090 --> 00:00:11,610 include in one? Welcome to Podcasting Q&A, where you learn 4 00:00:11,610 --> 00:00:15,750 the best tips and strategies to launch, grow and monetize your 5 00:00:15,750 --> 00:00:18,630 podcast. This week's question comes from Gillian. 6 00:00:19,080 --> 00:00:21,450 Gillian: Hi Buzzsprout, Gillian here from breaking through 7 00:00:21,450 --> 00:00:25,350 careers podcast. My question is, do we need a podcast trailer? ``` Example file: [example.srt](example.srt)