Podcast Index MCP Server for Claude CodeGive Claude Code instant access to 16 tools to Get Episode By Guid, Get Episodes By Feed Id, Get Episodes By Feed Url, and more
GDPR Free for SubscribersClaude Code is Anthropic's agentic CLI for terminal-first development. Add Podcast Index as an MCP server in one command and Claude Code will discover every tool at runtime. ideal for automation pipelines, CI/CD integration, and headless workflows via Vinkius.
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The Podcast Index MCP Server for Claude Code is a standout in the Audio Music category — giving your AI agent 16 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.
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claude mcp add podcast-index --transport http "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"Vinkius Desktop App
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About Podcast Index MCP Server
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.
Claude Code registers Podcast Index as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 16 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where Podcast Index data drives decisions without human intervention.
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.
The Podcast Index MCP Server exposes 16 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Claude Code in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.
All 16 Podcast Index tools available for Claude Code
When Claude Code connects to Podcast Index through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning podcasting, directory-api, metadata-retrieval, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.
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
Connect Podcast Index to Claude Code via MCP
Follow these steps to wire Podcast Index into Claude Code. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.
Install Claude Code
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-code if not already installedAdd the MCP Server
Verify the connection
claude mcp to list connected servers, or type /mcp inside a sessionStart using Podcast Index
Why Use Claude Code with the Podcast Index MCP Server
Claude Code provides unique advantages when paired with Podcast Index through the Model Context Protocol.
Single-command setup: `claude mcp add` registers the server instantly. no config files to edit or applications to restart
Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using Podcast Index tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
Podcast Index + Claude Code Use Cases
Practical scenarios where Claude Code combined with the Podcast Index MCP Server delivers measurable value.
CI/CD integration: embed Podcast Index tool calls in your deployment pipeline to validate configurations or fetch secrets before shipping
Headless batch processing: schedule Claude Code to query Podcast Index nightly and generate reports without human intervention
Shell scripting: pipe Podcast Index outputs into other CLI tools for data transformation, filtering, and aggregation
Infrastructure monitoring: run Claude Code in a cron job to query Podcast Index status endpoints and alert on anomalies
Example Prompts for Podcast Index in Claude Code
Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Claude Code agent to start working with Podcast Index immediately.
"Search for podcasts about artificial intelligence using a general term."
"Find all podcasts featuring Lex Fridman."
"Get the latest episodes for the podcast with feed ID 750746."
Troubleshooting Podcast Index MCP Server with Claude Code
Common issues when connecting Podcast Index to Claude Code through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.
Command not found: claude
npm install -g @anthropic-ai/claude-codeConnection timeout
Podcast Index + Claude Code FAQ
Common questions about integrating Podcast Index MCP Server with Claude Code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
claude mcp add --transport http "" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.Explore More MCP Servers
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