Free core listening, no app-inserted ads
The core player is free for core listening with no app-inserted advertisements. No app-inserted banners, pre-rolls, or promoted feed placements. The player works without an account.
About The Podcast App
An independent podcast player built for listeners, not advertisers.
Our mission
Why we built The Podcast App
We got tired of podcast apps that treat listeners as ad inventory. Every major player is owned by a media company, stuffed with promotions, or locked behind a subscription wall just to get basic features like offline downloads or a clean queue. We thought podcast listening should be free, private, and distraction-free — so we built it ourselves.
What makes us different
A full-featured player that costs nothing and respects your attention.
Brain AI search
Ask questions across eligible transcript-backed listening history. Brain finds the answer, names the source, and links you back to the exact moment in the episode.
Synthesis Radio
AI-generated podcast summaries that distill your subscriptions into short, listenable recaps so you never fall behind.
Offline downloads
Download episodes for offline listening with smart storage management. Premium is optional for core listening — limited downloads are part of the free player.
CarPlay on iOS
Full car integration on both platforms. Browse, queue, and control playback from your vehicle's dashboard without touching your phone.
Video podcasts
Watch video podcasts with picture-in-picture support. Switch between audio and video seamlessly without losing your place.
Our values
What we believe in.
Privacy first
We do not sell your data or use it for advertising. No third-party ad tracking beyond basic analytics. Your listening history and Brain conversations stay private. See our privacy policy for details.
Independence
We are not owned by a media conglomerate, a music streaming company, or an advertising platform. Our incentives are aligned with listeners, not advertisers or content deals.
Open podcast ecosystem
We use Podcast Index and standard RSS feeds — not a walled garden. Your subscriptions are yours. Import and export with OPML anytime.
Get in touch
Questions, feedback, or just want to say hi?
We read every message. If something is broken, confusing, or missing — we want to hear about it.