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The Podcast Player

The Podcast Player

by Listen App, Inc

648 ratings
50 reviews
📚 Education
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This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

  • Released
  • Updated
  • December 5, 2018
  • March 31, 2022

Developer

Listen App, Inc
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About

An ad-free podcast player designed for easy one-handed navigation and an intuitive listening experience. Discover and manage your favorite shows, create playlists, and enjoy a vast library of content without interruptions.

✓Ad-free listening experience
✓One-handed navigation
✓Customizable episode queue
✓Data saving options (download/stream)
✓Playback speed control
✓New episode notifications
✓Personalized recommendations
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What users say

Summarized from real user reviews of The Podcast Player. Based on 648 reviews and a 4.5/5 average, it highlights the 5 positives and 6 negatives reviewers mention most about this Education app.

Positive things

  • 👍Smooth navigation
  • 🚀Silky smooth performance
  • 🔒No ads
  • 👍Customizable podcast library
  • 👍Beautiful, minimalist design

Negative things

  • 🐛App no longer supported
  • 🐛Crashes often
  • 🐛Unable to fetch categories
  • 🐛Fails to refresh podcast feeds
  • 🐛Issues with importing from other apps
  • 🐛Can't delete downloaded podcasts
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What's New in The Podcast Player

1.4.0

March 31, 2022

OPML export, allowing you to take your subscriptions to any other app.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Bait and Switch

As soon as you download this app, when you open it says it’s no longer supported and to download a different app. If they’re not going to support this app, it should be removed, or at least post a warning in the description.
WildWolf92WildWolf92

Wasted my time! If this is Not Supported then say say!

Don’t bother with this app. Sounds great but no longer works per developer.
Gpod52Gpod52

Dead

I opened the app to be told it’s no longer supported and to go download a different app.
Are's McElvany and bumbleAre's McElvany and bumble

Listen | My Top Podcast Player In 2022

At first blush, Listen’s Podcast App appeared to me to be just another Podcast Player in an already crowded field.

What set it apart for me was it’s silky smooth navigation, “NO ADDS”, customization tools for Podcast Library alphabetized order and arrangement which is important to a tinkerer like myself.

I’d like to see the following features appear in future versioning updates though:

1. Repeat button, for playback
2. Larger Picture of podcast art | logo on player playback screen
3. Would like to see a setting that allows
 “My Library” to appear first on App launch as those are the Podcasts I want to get to upon start up.
4. Last but certainly not least:
“APPLE CARPLAY Integration”, please add as soon as possible in near future updates.

Other than above tweak requests, Listen is a superb Podcast playing app…
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Chris@GraceChris@Grace

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Pisses me off when I get a new app and someone asked me are you enjoying your app? Particularly when I’ve only used it a few times. I will give you a low rating every time when you do that
willowcarverwillowcarver
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User experience

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Reported Bugs

4 issues

Fails to save subscribed podcasts and data

Bug

Doesn't automatically resume playback

Bug

Difficulty navigating to podcast page

Bug

Doesn't display newer podcast episodes

Bug
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Requested Features

5 requests

Add repeat button for playback

Feature

Enlarge podcast artwork on player screen

Feature

Show 'My Library' first on app launch

Feature

Add Apple CarPlay integration

Feature

Implement trim silence feature

Feature

FAQ

What is The Podcast Player app?

The Podcast Player is an ad-free application designed for listening to podcasts on the go. It offers intuitive one-handed navigation, allows users to manage their listening queue, discover new episodes, and access a vast library of podcasts from various networks and creators.

What are the key features of The Podcast Player?

Key features include a completely ad-free experience, easy creation and management of a custom episode queue, data saving options to toggle between downloading and streaming, playback speed control, and notifications for new episodes. It also provides personalized show recommendations.

Is The Podcast Player free to use?

Yes, the application is free to use. The description does not mention any costs associated with downloading or using the core features of the app.

What kind of podcasts can I find on The Podcast Player?

The app provides access to a complete library featuring nearly half a million podcasts. You can find popular shows like This American Life, Fresh Air, Serial, The Daily, and Joe Rogan, as well as content from networks such as NPR, Gimlet, WNYC, the New York Times, and BBC.

How does The Podcast Player help manage my listening data?

The app allows you to save your data by toggling what episodes you want to download and which ones you prefer to stream. This provides flexibility in managing your mobile data usage while enjoying your favorite podcasts.