# Buzzsprout MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect

> Buzzsprout MCP lets you manage your entire podcast from your AI agent. Track episode plays, update show notes, and pull metadata without ever leaving your workspace. It connects your Buzzsprout account so you can handle content distribution and performance tracking through simple conversation.

## Overview
- **Category:** marketing-automation
- **Price:** Free
- **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_PgosRs83ru3alQJpS0obVdSgsOD487qh58rJE3Rn/ai-agent-connect
- **Tags:** podcasting, audio-hosting, content-distribution, analytics, media-metadata

## Description

Buzzsprout MCP connects your podcast hosting to your AI agent so you can manage content without leaving your workspace. Managing a podcast usually means juggling a dozen browser tabs. You're constantly switching between your hosting dashboard to check play counts, updating episode descriptions, and grabbing links for social media. It's tedious work that pulls you away from actually making content. This setup changes that by bringing your account directly into your AI client. Instead of hunting for data, you just ask your agent to pull the latest stats or update an episode's title. You can handle the heavy lifting of content management, like deleting old shows or creating new ones, right where you're already working. Because Vinkius makes it so easy to connect these types of tools, you can move from a manual, click-heavy process to a conversational one that actually saves time. You get a direct line to your podcast's backend, letting you oversee your growth and manage your library with a few quick prompts.

## Tools

### create_episode
Add a new show to your podcast feed. This lets you set titles and descriptions without leaving your AI client.

### get_account_info
Pull your core podcast settings and configuration. This helps you get your website links and categories in one go.

### get_episode
Get specific details for a single podcast show. This is useful for checking play counts or audio URLs for a specific ID.

### get_podcast_info
Get your primary podcast branding and details. This is great for grabbing your artwork and general show info.

### list_episodes
See every episode in your Buzzsprout feed. Use this to get a high-level overview of your entire podcast history.

### update_episode
Change the information for an existing show. Use this to fix typos in descriptions or update titles on the fly.

### delete_episode
Remove a show from your feed permanently. Use this to clean up your library or remove mistakes quickly.

## Prompt Examples

**Prompt:** 
```
How many times has the latest episode been played?
```

**Response:** 
```
I've checked your Buzzsprout stats. Your most recent episode, **'The Future of AI'**, has reached **4,230 plays** since it went live on Monday.
```

**Prompt:** 
```
List my episodes from last month.
```

**Response:** 
```
Here are your episodes from last month:

| Date | Title | Plays |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 12 | Guest Interview | 1,200 |
| Oct 19 | Solo Episode | 850 |
| Oct 26 | Q&A Session | 3,100 |
```

**Prompt:** 
```
Update the description of episode 45 to say 'Updated for 2024'.
```

**Response:** 
```
Done. I've updated the description for episode 45. It now includes the 2024 update note in your Buzzsprout account.
```

## Capabilities

### List all podcast episodes
See your full show history and metadata in one go.

### Create new episodes
Add new content to your feed with custom titles and descriptions.

### Update episode details
Change titles or notes on existing shows instantly.

### Track play statistics
Monitor how many people are actually listening to your content.

### Get account settings
Pull your podcast configuration and links directly into your chat.

### Delete old content
Remove episodes permanently from your hosting platform.

## Use Cases

### Checking recent show performance
A producer needs to check the play count for last week's show. They ask the agent, which uses `get_episode` to return the total plays and publication date.

### Batch grabbing social links
A marketer wants to grab links for 5 recent episodes for a newsletter. The agent uses `list_episodes` to find them and presents them in a clean list.

### Quick description fixes
A creator realizes they have a typo in an episode description. They tell the agent to fix it, and it uses `update_episode` to correct the text instantly.

### Metadata retrieval for dev work
A developer wants to see the podcast's category and website link. The agent uses `get_account_info` to pull those details for a project.

## Benefits

- Stop jumping between tabs by using `list_episodes` to see your entire show history in one chat window.
- Update show notes faster with `update_episode` so you can spend more time on production and less on data entry.
- Monitor growth in real-time by using `get_episode` to pull specific play counts for your latest releases.
- Simplify content distribution by using `get_podcast_info` to grab artwork and links for your marketing team.
- Clean up your feed instantly with `delete_episode` to keep your library organized without manual clicking.
- Access your core branding and links using `get_account_info` to keep your metadata consistent across all platforms.

## How It Works

The bottom line is you get a conversational interface for your podcast hosting dashboard.

1. Subscribe to the Buzzsprout MCP on Vinkius.
2. Plug in your Buzzsprout API Token and Podcast ID.
3. Ask your AI client to check your stats or update your show notes.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Can I use the Buzzsprout MCP to see my play counts?**
Yes, you can ask your agent to pull play statistics for any specific episode. It will give you the total count and publication date directly in your chat.

**How do I update my podcast show notes with this?**
Just tell your AI client what changes you want to make to an episode's description. It will use the Connector to update the metadata on Buzzsprout for you.

**Does the Buzzsprout MCP work with Claude?**
Yes, it works with any MCP-compatible client like Claude, Cursor, or Windsurf. You just need to connect your Buzzsprout API keys first.

**Can I delete episodes using the Buzzsprout MCP?**
You can permanently remove episodes from your feed using your agent. Just be careful to confirm the correct episode ID before asking it to delete anything.

**How do I get my podcast artwork and links?**
You can ask your agent to pull your core podcast information. It will retrieve your artwork, website links, and categories from your account.

**Is my Buzzsprout account secure?**
Yes, you only need to provide your API token and Podcast ID to the Connector. This allows your agent to perform actions on your behalf without sharing your main login credentials.

**Can I check the total play count for an episode using the agent?**
Yes! Use the `get_episode` tool with the Episode ID. Your agent will fetch the detailed metadata, which includes the `total_plays` field for that specific episode.

**How do I update the description of a podcast episode?**
Simply ask the agent to `update_episode` and provide the Episode ID and the new description. The information will be synchronized with Buzzsprout immediately.

**Does the integration allow uploading new audio files?**
Currently, the toolset focuses on managing metadata, status, and analytics. Creating an episode via `create_episode` allows setting the title and description, but the audio file upload should be managed through the Buzzsprout web interface.