Overcast
Free, simple, award-winning podcast player for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch.
Overcast is a podcast player for iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch that plays shows from public RSS feeds. It addresses common listening problems: uneven volume between episodes and long silences that slow down talk shows. The app is self-funded and works with the open podcast ecosystem rather than operating as a separate publishing platform.
Its main playback features are Smart Speed, which dynamically shortens silences in talk shows, and Voice Boost, which boosts and normalizes volume so shows play at a consistent level. Podcasters can distribute through standard RSS feeds, including Apple Podcasts, with downloads served directly from their own servers.
Overcast is free to use, supported by small visual ads that promote podcasts. An optional annual subscription adds bonus features and can remove the ads.
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