Podcast Addict: Podcast player

Podcast Addict is the ultimate hub for all your audio and video content needs, seamlessly integrating Podcasts, Audiobooks, Radio, YouTube, and RSS news into one convenient app. With over 10 million downloads and a stellar 4.7/5 average rating from more than 500,000 reviews, it's no wonder it's the top Podcast App on Android.

Getting Started

To dive into the world of Podcast Addict, check out our comprehensive start guide at http://bit.ly/startGuide. For any issues or suggestions, feel free to reach out at http://bit.ly/podcastAddict. Stay updated with our latest changes via our changelog at https://podcastaddict.com/changelog, and for direct feedback, head to Settings/Feedback within the app.

Minimal Permissions and Support

Podcast Addict operates with minimal permission requirements, ensuring your privacy while delivering a robust user experience. The app is free to use and includes a small ad banner at the bottom of the screen. If you wish to support us and remove ads, consider making an in-app purchase.

Subscription and Discovery

Discover your next favorite podcast with ease:

• Search by podcast name or keywords across 1 million podcasts and over 35 million episodes.
• Browse popular podcasts by category or explore renowned podcast networks like NPR, Gimlet, BBC, Serial, and Ted Talks.
• Get personalized recommendations based on your subscriptions and find similar podcasts to those you enjoy.
• Easily add podcasts by pasting RSS/ATOM feed URLs, including those from iTunes/Apple Podcast, SoundCloud, and YouTube channels and playlists.
• Access private and premium podcasts through RSS feeds.

Playback and Audio Effects

Enhance your listening experience with:

• Built-in audio effects like playback speed adjustment, volume boost, skip silence, and mono playback, available for both streaming and downloaded files.
• Variable playback speed for video podcasts on Android 6.0 and above.
• Multiple playlist support and advanced playback features including Shuffle mode, Loop mode, and a Sleep timer.
• Standalone player functionality for MP3s, audiobooks, local files, and streaming.
• Full chapter support and compatibility with Chromecast & SONOS.

Automation and Backup

Streamline your podcast management with:

• Automatic updates, downloads, playlist management, and episode deletions, which you can schedule to occur at your convenience.
• Custom settings for individual podcasts and control the app through Intents with third-party applications.
• Automatic cloud backup and the ability to backup/restore subscriptions (OPML file compatible with other podcast apps) and perform a full app backup/restore.

Additional Features

Enjoy an array of additional functionalities:

• Store your podcasts on SD cards.
• Leave and view podcast reviews.
• Reorder subscriptions easily with drag and drop.
• Support for Android wear notifications & controls, Android Auto, and Pebble.
• Access to a live stream radio search engine with 150,000 radio stations.
• Bookmark and take notes on episodes.
• Access premium, private, and authenticated feeds & podcasts.
• Use widgets for quick access and customize the app's visual appearance.
• Full-screen reading mode for RSS news feeds.
• Advanced filtering options to show/hide episodes based on type, keywords, and duration.
• Enhanced sharing features, including full descriptions and Twitter integration.
• Accessibility options for all users.

Available Networks

Podcast Addict brings you content from a wide range of networks across various languages, including:

• Chinese: HK Reporter
• English: 5by5, BBC, CBS Radio News, CBS Sport Radio, CNN, Crooked Media, Earwolf, ESPN, FrogPants, Gimlet, LibriVox, Loyal Books, MSNBC, NASA, Nerdist, Netflix, NPR, Parcast, PodcastOne, Podiobooks, Public Radio International (PRI), Radiotopia, Relay FM, Serial, Showtime, Slate, Smodcast, S-Town, The Guardian, This American Life (TAL), Ted Talks, The Joe Rogan Experience (JRE), TWiT, Wall Street Journal (WSJ)
• French: Jazz Radio, Radio Campus Paris, Radio Canada, Radio France, Virgin Radio
• German: Deutsche Welle, DRadio Wissen, ORF, SRF, ZDF, WDR
• Italian: Radio24, Rai Radio 1 & 2 & 3

What's New in Version 2024.11.1

The latest update, released on October 23, 2024, brings minor bug fixes and improvements. Update to the newest version to experience these enhancements firsthand!

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