Can You Edit the Script of a NotebookLM Podcast?

Short Answer: No

Google NotebookLM's Audio Overview feature is a great way to quickly generate podcast-like content from your documents. However, one of the major limitations is that you can't edit the script it generates. Once the AI hosts finish summarizing your materials, you’re left with the final product—no edits, no revisions, no customization.

This lack of control can be frustrating, especially if you want to personalize or refine the podcast to better fit your needs. Fortunately, Jellypod offers a solution with complete script editing capabilities for your AI-generated podcasts.

Limitations of Google NotebookLM for Script Editing

Google NotebookLM excels at turning your content into conversational audio quickly, but it falls short when it comes to giving users control over the content. Here's why:

No Script Editing: Once NotebookLM generates the audio summary, you cannot edit the script or make changes to the outline. The generated conversation is fixed, limiting your ability to refine or personalize the podcast.
Fixed Host Details: You can't edit the backstory, relationship, or voice of the AI hosts. This means you have no control over how the hosts sound, what their personalities are, or how they interact, which limits your ability to tailor the podcast to your audience.
Fixed Structure: The structure of the podcast—how topics are introduced, discussed, and concluded—is pre-determined by the AI, giving you little flexibility to adjust the flow of the content.

If you need to tweak the script, add more information, adjust the tone, or personalize the hosts, Google NotebookLM simply doesn’t provide the tools to do so. This is where Jellypod comes into play.

How to Edit Your Podcast Script in Jellypod

With Jellypod, editing your podcast script is simple and intuitive. Jellypod offers full control over the podcast creation process, allowing you to tweak the script to perfection. Here's how you can do it:

Steps to Edit Your Podcast Script in Jellypod

Click on "Details" on your Episode: After generating your podcast, visit your episiode and go to either the Episode Outline tab or the Generated Transcript tab.

Hover Over the Section You Want to Edit: Whether you want to adjust the introduction, add a new segment, or refine a specific part, simply hover over that section.

Click to Edit: Once you've hovered over the section, click to Edit. You can adjust the script outline or edit the actual script text to better match your vision.

Why Choose Jellypod for Script Editing?

Full Customization: Unlike NotebookLM, Jellypod allows you to edit any part of the podcast script, ensuring your content is exactly how you want it.
Refine Tone and Style: Adjust the script to suit your preferred tone and style—whether you want a casual, friendly discussion or a professional, informative approach.
Edit Host Backstory and Voice: With Jellypod, you can also edit the backstory, relationship, and voice of the AI hosts, giving you total control over how your podcast sounds and feels.
Improve Accuracy: Make sure your content is accurate and aligns with your intended message by making adjustments before finalizing the podcast.

Conclusion

While Google NotebookLM is a convenient tool for generating podcast-like content, its lack of script editing features, including the inability to adjust the host backstory, relationship, or voice, can be limiting. If you're looking to create high-quality, personalized podcasts with complete control over the content, Jellypod is the ideal alternative.

With Jellypod, you can easily edit the script, adjust the outline, and refine the details of your podcast—making it the perfect platform for anyone serious about producing professional-grade audio content.

Ready to take control of your podcast creation? Try Jellypod now!

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