Can I filter searches by audio length?

The current tools support text queries and basic sorting. For advanced filtering like audio length, you can append parameters to the search string or use specific episode details tools.

How do I find the ID of a specific genre?

Use the `list_podcast_genres` tool. It returns a full mapping of genre names to their unique numerical IDs.

Does this server provide audio download links?

Yes, the `get_episode_details` tool retrieves the metadata including available audio stream URLs and the official website links.

Listen Notes MCP Server for Cursor 7 tools — connect in under 2 minutes

Name: Listen Notes
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Author: Vinkius

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Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.

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{
  "mcpServers": {
    "listen-notes": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About Listen Notes MCP Server

Connect the Listen Notes Podcast API to any AI agent to automate your podcast discovery and research workflows. This MCP server enables your agent to search for specific episodes, retrieve complete podcast metadata, explore trending topics, and access curated lists directly from natural language interfaces.

Cursor's Agent mode turns Listen Notes into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from Listen Notes and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 7 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Global Podcast Search — Search for podcasts or individual episodes across the entire database using keywords
Episode Insights — Retrieve complete metadata for any episode, including descriptions, audio links, and transcripts (if available)
Discovery & Curation — Explore best podcasts by genre, access expert-curated lists, and monitor trending search terms
Podcast Database Access — Fetch full show details, publisher information, and chronological episode lists
Genre Exploration — List and query specific categories to identify niche podcast communities

The Listen Notes MCP Server exposes 7 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — no API keys to rotate, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

How to Connect Listen Notes to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to integrate the Listen Notes MCP Server with Cursor.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using Listen Notes

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using Listen Notes, help me...". 7 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the Listen Notes MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with Listen Notes through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

Listen Notes + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the Listen Notes MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Listen Notes MCP Tools for Cursor (7)

These 7 tools become available when you connect Listen Notes to Cursor via MCP:

get_best_podcasts

You can provide an optional genre_id. Get a list of best podcasts by genre

get_curated_podcasts

Get lists of curated podcasts

get_episode_details

Get metadata for a specific podcast episode

get_podcast_details

Get complete metadata and episodes for a podcast

get_trending_podcast_searches

Get the most recent trending search terms

list_podcast_genres

List all available podcast genres

search_podcasts_or_episodes

Use the "q" parameter for your query. Search for podcasts or individual episodes

Example Prompts for Listen Notes in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with Listen Notes immediately.

"Search for podcast episodes about 'Quantum Computing'."

"What are the trending searches on Listen Notes right now?"

"Get details for the podcast with ID '987654321'."

Troubleshooting Listen Notes MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting Listen Notes to Cursor through the Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

Listen Notes + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating Listen Notes MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.