If you are an iPhone user and a podcast lover, chances are you use the Apple Podcasts app to listen to your favorite shows. The app boasts a library of over 2 million podcasts across various genres and topics and allows you to download episodes for offline listening, create custom playlists, and get notified when new episodes are available. However, many users have recently reported a bug that prevents them from enjoying these features.
The bug affects certain podcasts in the user’s library and stops the app from automatically downloading the latest episodes. As a result, these podcasts do not show up in the Up Next queue, and the user has to manually search for them in the app’s search tab. This can be frustrating for users who rely on the app to keep them updated on their favorite podcasts and who do not want to miss out on any new content.
The exact cause and scope of the bug are unclear, but it seems to be widespread, as many users have complained about it on social media platforms such as Twitter and Reddit. Some users have speculated that the bug might be related to the recent iOS 15 update, which introduced some changes to the Apple Podcasts app, such as a new design, a subscription feature, and a playback speed control. However, Apple has not confirmed or denied this hypothesis.
Fortunately, there is a workaround for the bug, which involves searching for the affected podcast in the app’s search tab, tapping the blue search button next to the space bar on the keyboard, selecting the Episodes filter above the search results, and playing the latest episode from the top of the list. This method allows the user to access the new episode, but it does not fix the bug itself.
Some users have claimed that they have received new episodes automatically after using the workaround, which suggests that the bug might be resolved soon. However, others have reported that the bug persists and that they have to repeat the workaround every time they want to listen to a new episode. This indicates that the bug is still affecting the app and that Apple needs to address it as soon as possible.
If you do not have the Apple Podcasts app on your iPhone, you can download it from the App Store by clicking on this link. The app is free and compatible with iOS 10 or later. Alternatively, you can use other podcast apps such as Spotify, Overcast, or Pocket Casts, which do not seem to have the same bug as the Apple Podcasts app.