How to Create Custom Podcast Playlists from Multiple Shows Using Listen Notes and Pocket Casts

As a seasoned podcast listener and content curator with years of experience managing expansive audio libraries, I've streamlined the process of building playlists that draw episodes from multiple podcasts. Whether saving gems for later or curating fresh releases, these reliable methods ensure seamless organization.

Building Podcast Playlists with Listen Notes

Listen Notes acts like Pocket for podcasts, letting you save episodes effortlessly for later listening. It's ideal for discovering standout episodes across shows.

Here's how to create your playlist:

1. Log into Listen Notes; some episodes may already be queued. Remove unwanted ones by clicking Remove from listening later.
2. Search for episodes directly in Listen Later, or use the browser extension to find them from anywhere online by querying the episode title or podcast name.
3. Click Add to playlist on your chosen episode.

To listen in your preferred podcast app (one that supports RSS feeds):

1. Open your playlist, click the RSS button, and copy the link. Email it to yourself or access via mobile.
2. In apps like Pocket Casts, paste the RSS URL into the search or add podcast field.
3. Your playlist now appears as a regular podcast feed.

Watch it in action with Apple's Podcasts app:

Access your list anytime via Tools > Listen Later in the top-right menu.

Adjust sharing via Settings: Unlisted, Private, or Public. Share the RSS link with others. Note: A dedicated browser button would enhance the save experience further.

Building Playlists with Pocket Casts Filters

For tracking new episodes from favorite podcasts, Pocket Casts' filters create dynamic playlists automatically.

1. From the home screen bottom, tap Create Episode Filter.
2. Name it and select an icon.
3. Set play status to Not played.
4. Include Downloaded and Not downloaded.
5. Choose release date like Last 24 hours or Last 3 days.
6. Select podcasts under Included Podcasts.

Access offline by downloading from the filter. For desktop, pair with top browser extensions for podcasts.