How long are podcasts available for?

It depends on the podcast:

  • The majority are available on Â鶹Éç Sounds forÌýeither 30 days or indefinitely
  • Some episodes may disappear after seven days (this is for rights reasons or where it's felt that the episodes might go out of date quickly)
  • Some episodes may be made available for the duration of a particular series or season, with all episodes disappearing after the same amount of time after the final episode has been published

How can I tell how long a podcast will be available for?

  • On the Â鶹Éç Sounds website

    Find the podcast episode in question and look for the availability information underneath the playback screen:

    Screenshot of the playback screen on the website with the podcast availability highlighted underneath the programme
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  • On the Â鶹Éç Sounds app on mobiles and tablets

    Tap on the podcast episode to find information about that podcast, including how long it’s available for:

    Two images of the Â鶹Éç Sounds mobile app. The first shows the podcast page with an episode highlighted. The second show the episode page with the availability highlighted.
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  • On the Â鶹Éç Sounds app on TVs

    Once you've found the podcast you want to listen to, click onÌýMore info. You'll see how long you have left to listen on the right-hand side:

    Screenshot of the Â鶹Éç Sounds TV app in the podcast menu highlighting the 'More info' button on an episode
    Screenshot of the Â鶹Éç Sounds TV app with the 'More info' opened on an episode. The availability is highlighted

Can I subscribe to podcasts?

Yes, you can. Check ourÌýHow do I subscribe to podcasts?Ìýpage for advice on how to do this.


What if I download a podcast?

Once you have downloaded a podcast episode,Ìýit is yours to keep foreverÌýand will not expire. Unfortunately, if you missed an episode and didn't download it while it was available, we will not be able to provide you with a copy.


Why don't all radio programmes have a podcast?

Rights restrictions mean that some programmes can't be made available as podcasts. The selection of podcasts currently on offer has been chosen to represent a wide range of Â鶹Éç radio audio output and we hope that you will find something which interests you.Ìý

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