Pubcast transforms podcasting from one-way transmission into open conversation. Live audio that anyone can join, remix, and build on.
Pull up a stoolPubcast is a live audio platform where conversations are open and remixable. Unlike traditional podcasts where you just listen, on Pubcast you can join live conversations, reply with your own audio, fork discussions into new directions, or clip highlights to share.
Join episodes as they happen. Raise your hand to speak, or just participate.
Record audio responses to episodes. Thread conversations asynchronously.
Branch off from any moment to start a new live conversation in a different direction.
Extract 10-60 second highlights with optional commentary to share.
Browse live episodes on the homepage or topics page, then click "Join" to enter the room. You'll be able to listen right away. Raise your hand when you want to speak.
Reply: Record an async audio response that threads under the original episode.
Fork: Start a new live episode that branches from a moment in another episode.
Clip: Extract a short highlight (10-60 seconds) to share, optionally with your own commentary.
The opener sets the speaker selection mode: opener-controlled (opener picks next speaker), audience-voted (participants vote), or queue (first-come-first-serve). By default, everyone can participate.
The opener and (by default) the first two speakers share moderation powers. Moderators can mute, remove participants, or end the episode. Openers can restrict moderation to themselves only.
Yes! After an episode ends, the recording is processed and published to the channel. You can listen anytime, scrub through the audio, and see the archived chat.