How to Cite a Podcast in APA 7th Edition
Learn the exact format with examples, in-text citations, and common mistakes to avoid.
Citation Format
Basic Template
Host. (Year, Month Day). Episode title (No. #) [Audio podcast episode]. In Podcast Name. Publisher. URL
Citation Components
Host/Producer
Name(s) of the host(s) or main presenter.
Release Date
Date episode was released in format (Year, Month Day).
Episode Title
Sentence case. Not italicized. Followed by episode number in parentheses: (No. 24).
Podcast Name
Italicized. Full official title of the podcast series.
Publisher
Network or production company that publishes the podcast.
URL
Include link to the specific episode.
Real-World Example
Example Source
Tyson, N. D. G.
2023, May 10
The future of space exploration
156
StarTalk Radio
Nat Geo
https://www.startalkradio.net/episode-156
Formatted Citation
Tyson, N. D. G. (2023, May 10). The future of space exploration (No. 156) [Audio podcast episode]. In StarTalk Radio. Nat Geo. https://www.startalkradio.net/episode-156
In-Text Citation
(Tyson, 2023)
(Host, Year) or (Host & Host, Year)
Common Mistakes
Wrong:
Tyson, N. D. G. (2023). 'The Future of Space Exploration.' Star Talk, Episode 156. Retrieved from https://startalkradio.net
Right:
Tyson, N. D. G. (2023, May 10). The future of space exploration (No. 156) [Audio podcast episode]. In StarTalk Radio. Nat Geo. https://www.startalkradio.net/episode-156
Why: Include specific date with month/day. Use sentence case for episode title without quotation marks. Include [Audio podcast episode] designation and publisher.
Wrong:
StarTalk (2023). The future of space exploration. Podcast.
Right:
Tyson, N. D. G. (2023, May 10). The future of space exploration (No. 156) [Audio podcast episode]. In StarTalk Radio. Nat Geo. URL
Why: Cite the host/producer, not the podcast name. Include episode number and full publication information.
Wrong:
Tyson, N. (2023, May). Space podcast. In StarTalk.
Right:
Tyson, N. D. G. (2023, May 10). The future of space exploration (No. 156) [Audio podcast episode]. In StarTalk Radio. Nat Geo. URL
Why: Include full date with day, full episode title, episode number, and complete podcast/publisher information.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find the episode number for a podcast? ▼
Check the podcast's website or the episode description on your listening platform (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, etc.). Not all podcasts use episode numbers.
What if the podcast has multiple hosts? ▼
List all hosts with commas and '&' before the final host: Host, A., Host, B., & Host, C. (Year, Month Day). Episode title.
Can I cite a specific timestamp within a podcast episode? ▼
Yes, include the timestamp in parentheses in your in-text citation: (Tyson, 2023, 12:34) or mention it in a parenthetical note.
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