Podcast Index MCP Server with 16 Tools for Claude, Cursor, and AI Agents
GDPR Free for SubscribersAccess the open podcast ecosystem — search for shows, retrieve episode metadata, and discover trending content directly from your AI agent. Vinkius routes your AI agents directly to Podcast Index through a governed connection. 16 tools ready to use with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, or any AI agent — no hosting, no setup, connect in 30 seconds.
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What is the Podcast Index MCP Server?
The Podcast Index MCP Server routes AI agents like Claude, ChatGPT, and Cursor directly to Podcast Index via 16 tools. Access the open podcast ecosystem — search for shows, retrieve episode metadata, and discover trending content directly from your AI agent. Powered by Vinkius — your credentials stay on your side of the connection, every request is auditable. Connect in under 2 minutes.
Built-in capabilities (16)
Tools for your AI Agents to operate Podcast Index
Ask your AI agent "Search for podcasts about artificial intelligence using a general term." and get the answer without opening a single dashboard. With 16 tools connected to real Podcast Index data, your agents reason over live information, cross-reference it with other MCP servers, and deliver insights you would spend hours assembling manually.
Works with Claude, ChatGPT, Cursor, and any MCP-compatible client. Powered by Vinkius — your credentials never touch the AI model, every request is auditable. Connect in under two minutes.
Why teams choose Vinkius
One subscription gives you the infrastructure to connect your AI agents to thousands of MCP servers — and deploy your own to the Vinkius Edge. Your credentials stay yours. Your data flows directly between your agent and the API. DLP blocks sensitive information from ever reaching the model, kill switch for instant shutdown, and up to 60% token savings. Enterprise-grade routing and governance, zero maintenance.
Build your own MCP Server with our secure development framework →The Podcast Index App Connector works with every AI agent you already use
…and any MCP-compatible client
Use all 16 Podcast Index tools with your AI agents right now
Vinkius routes your AI agents to Podcast Index through a governed proxy. Beyond a simple connection, you get full visibility into every action your agents perform, with enterprise-grade security and up to 60% savings on AI costs.
Get episode by guid on Podcast Index
Get a specific episode by its GUID
Get episodes by feed id on Podcast Index
List episodes for a specific feed ID
Get episodes by feed url on Podcast Index
List episodes for a specific feed URL
Get podcast by feed id on Podcast Index
Get podcast details using its internal Index ID
Get podcast by feed url on Podcast Index
Get podcast details using its RSS feed URL
Get podcast by guid on Podcast Index
Get podcast details using its Podcast GUID
Get podcast by itunes id on Podcast Index
Get podcast details using its iTunes ID
Get random episodes on Podcast Index
Get a selection of random episodes
Get recent episodes on Podcast Index
Get the most recently published episodes
Get recent feeds on Podcast Index
Get the most recently added or updated feeds
Get recent new feeds on Podcast Index
Get feeds newly added to the index
Get value by feed id on Podcast Index
Get the value block by feed ID
Get value by feed url on Podcast Index
Get the value block (e.g., Lightning Network details) for a feed URL
Search by person on Podcast Index
Search for podcasts featuring a specific person
Search by term on Podcast Index
Search for podcasts by a general search term
Search by title on Podcast Index
Search for podcasts by title
What the Podcast Index MCP Server unlocks
Connect to the Podcast Index to tap into a massive, independent database of podcasts and episodes. This MCP server allows your AI agent to browse the open podcasting directory without the restrictions of proprietary platforms.
What you can do
- Deep Search — Find podcasts by general terms, specific titles, or even by the people (hosts/guests) featured in them.
- Metadata Retrieval — Fetch comprehensive details using RSS feed URLs, Index IDs, Podcast GUIDs, or iTunes IDs.
- Episode Discovery — List all episodes for a specific feed or find individual episodes by their unique GUID.
- Trending & Recent — Stay updated with recent feeds and episodes, or discover something new with random episode selection.
How it works
1. Subscribe to this server
2. Enter your Podcast Index API Key and Secret
3. Start exploring the world of podcasts from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP client
Who is this for?
- Content Researchers — quickly find episodes on specific topics or featuring certain guests.
- Developers — integrate podcast data into applications without building complex scrapers.
- Podcast Enthusiasts — discover new shows and stay updated on the latest releases through natural conversation.
Frequently asked questions about the Podcast Index MCP Server
Can I search for podcasts where a specific person is a guest or host?
Yes! Use the search_by_person tool with the person's name. The agent will return a list of podcasts associated with that individual.
How do I get the latest episodes from a specific show?
You can use either get_episodes_by_feed_id if you have the internal ID, or get_episodes_by_feed_url if you have the RSS link. Both will provide a list of recent episodes.
Can I find a podcast if I only have its iTunes ID?
Absolutely. Use the get_podcast_by_itunes_id tool to fetch the full Podcast Index metadata using the Apple Podcasts/iTunes identifier.
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Hosted, sandboxed, and live on AWS. You don't provision anything. You don't maintain anything. You connect.
Every tool call, every token, every response. Logged and auditable. Data flows direct from Podcast Index to your agent. Nothing is stored on our side. Ever.
Eight governance layers on every request. Sensitive data redacted before it reaches the model. Kill switch if anything goes sideways. Always on.