Using the REST API to fetch Podcast & Episode data
Connecting to the REST API requires an active trial or paid Podscan account. In this video, I walk you through creating an API token, connecting to the REST API, searching for a podcast, and retrieving transcripts for all episodes of that podcast. You'll find the complete REST API documentation here: https://podscan.fm/docs/api/PopularUsing the Firehose Webhook
Think of the Firehose Webhook as a direct pipeline sending new podcast data straight to your systems. It'sa near-realtime push API that sends newly transcribed episodes the moment our system makes them available. Podscan Firehose API is a powerful tool for developers who want to access and integrate Podscan's large database of podcast data into their own applications or services. The API provides real-time access to the continually updated stream of podcast episodes and metadata, allowing develSome readersPodcast Data, Transcripts, and Legal Compliance
Disclaimer: This article is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Podscan is not a law firm and does not provide legal counsel. You should consult your own legal and compliance advisors regarding your specific circumstances and obligations. How Podscan Accesses Podcast Data Podcasting is a public distribution medium. When a podcast creator publishes an episode, they distribute it via an RSS feed — an open, standardized format designed to be coFew readersUsing Lists as a Mini-Firehose
What Is a Mini Firehose? Podscan Lists aren't just for organizing podcasts — they can also act as a targeted, webhook-powered delivery system for new episodes. By creating a list, adding the podcasts you care about, and enabling webhook notifications, you can receive new episode data the moment it's available, sent directly to your server or integration endpoint. Think of it as a focused version of the Firehose: instead of receiving every new episode across the entire podcast ecosystem, youFew readers