How to create podcast playlists that pull episodes from multiple podcasts

If you're looking for a way to create a playlist of podcast episodes from multiple podcasts to listen to later, there are a couple of ways you can do it pretty seamlessly.

How to build podcast playlists using ListenNotes

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Here's how to build your podcast playlist in ListenNotes:

1. Once you've logged into ListenNotes, you'll find that some episodes have already been added to your list. You can remove them by clicking the Remove from listening later button.
2. To add new episodes to your playlist, you can search for them directly through ListenLater. If you find something online, just turn on ListenNotes in your browser and search for the episode title or podcast name.
3. Once you find the episode you want to save, click Add to playlist button.

As you build your list, you'll want to listen to it on the podcast app of your choice. This is what you have to do to include it in your application. (You'll need to use an app or service that allows you to add podcasts by URL):

1. With your playlist open, click on the RSS button and copy the RSS link to your phone. (Or open ListenLater on your phone or just email yourself the link)
2. Open the podcast app of your choice and follow the steps to add a new podcast. (On Pocket Casts, a great way to manage your podcasts) How to Manage Your Podcast Collection with Pocket Casts How to Manage Your Podcasts with Pocket Casts Podcasts are growing in popularity. In this article, we explain how to manage your podcast collection with Pocket Casts. For more information, simply paste the URL into the search bar for new podcasts.)
3. You can now access the list in your app of choice just like you would any other podcast.

You can see this process in action using Apple's podcast app below:

To access your list again, on the ListenNotes site, Tools>Listen later in the menu in the upper right corner.

You can choose the sharing settings by clicking the Settings button. You can choose from Unlisted, Private, or Public. If you want to share your playlist with other people, just send them the RSS link.

The only thing missing from ListenNotes is an extension or button, much like Pocket to make saving episodes more seamless.

How to build podcast playlists using pocket casts

Maybe you don't have any particular episode in mind, but you just want to keep up with all the new episodes of your favorite podcasts. Many apps offer such a capability, such as Pocket Casts:

1. Scroll to the bottom of the Pocket Casts home screen and tap Create Episode Filter .
2. Choose a name for your filter and an icon of your choice.
3. For game status, choose Not played .
4. For the status, choose Downloaded and Not downloaded
5. For Episode Release Date, choose the time period that works best for you Last 24 hours or Last 3 days is probably the best.
6. Under Included Podcasts Choose the podcasts you want to include in the playlist.

Now if you need to access the list offline, you can go to that particular filter and download all the episodes.

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