Transcript Reader

How to Use the Transcript Reader

The Transcript Reader is a free bilingual reading tool designed for language learners who study with podcasts. It displays original text and translation side by side, making it easy to follow along and understand content at any level.

Read Along with Podcast Episodes

Choose from {110+} podcast episodes from our German, English, and French channels. Each episode includes a full transcript so you can read while you listen. Click any sentence to hear it spoken aloud using text-to-speech — perfect for practicing pronunciation.

Paste Your Own Text

Not using our podcasts? No problem. Paste any text from a news article, blog post, or textbook into the reader. Add an optional translation to create your own bilingual reading experience. The tool works with any language supported by your browser's text-to-speech engine.

Why Bilingual Reading Works

Research shows that extensive reading is one of the most effective ways to build vocabulary and improve comprehension. By reading original text alongside a translation, learners can understand meaning in context without constantly switching to a dictionary. This method is especially effective for A1 to B1 learners who need support understanding longer passages.