gencast

Convert Markdown documents into MP3 podcasts using the gencast CLI.

1|Updated Nov 13, 2025

Search Tags:#automation #markdown #audio #podcast #gencast

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/cadrianmae/claude-marketplace --skill gencast

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: gencast
Source: https://github.com/cadrianmae/claude-marketplace/tree/main/plugins/gencast/skills/gencast
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cadrianmae/claude-marketplace --skill gencast

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill automates podcast generation from documents, reducing manual recording and editing time by leveraging the gencast CLI with the --minimal flag to minimize context usage.

Core Features & Use Cases

Audio generation: turn Markdown into MP3 with optional styles, audiences, and planning.
Batch and multi-file support: concatenate multiple inputs into a single podcast.
Voice customization: select host voices for dynamic dialogue.

Quick Start

Run: gencast document.md --minimal -o podcast.mp3

Frequently Asked Questions about gencast

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I convert markdown documents into podcasts automatically?▼

Gencast converts markdown into MP3 podcasts by invoking the gencast CLI with the --minimal flag, which reduces context usage while generating audio from your document content with optional style and audience customization.

Can I generate podcasts from multiple documents at once?▼

Yes, gencast supports batch processing and multi-file concatenation, allowing you to combine multiple markdown inputs into a single podcast output with unified styling and voice settings.

What customization options are available for podcast generation?▼

Gencast lets you customize host voices, apply different styles, target specific audiences, and optionally generate planning and dialogue artifacts alongside your MP3 output to tailor content to your needs.

Do I need special formatting in my markdown files for podcast generation?▼

Gencast processes standard markdown documents without requiring special markup; it handles educational, technical, and general-audience content directly, converting articles, lectures, or reports into spoken form with minimal configuration.

What output does gencast produce besides the MP3 file?▼

Beyond the MP3 podcast, gencast can generate optional planning artifacts and dialogue transcripts while reporting progress, giving you intermediate outputs for review and refinement before finalizing audio.