How to Cite a Podcast Episode in APA 7th Edition

This guide explains how to format a podcast episode citation in APA 7th Edition. Follow the format template below, refer to the real example, and use the step-by-step instructions to build your citation correctly.

Format Template

The general pattern for citing a podcast episode in APA 7th Edition:

Template

Host, A. A. (Host). (Year, Month Day). Title of episode (No. episode number) [Audio podcast episode]. In *Podcast name*. Publisher. https://www.example.com

In-Text Citation Example

How the citation appears within the body of your paper:

In-text citation

(Koenig, 2014)

Reference List Entry Example

The full citation as it appears in your reference list:

Reference list entry

Koenig, S. (Host). (2014, October 3). The alibi (No. 1) [Audio podcast episode]. In Serial. WBEZ Chicago. https://serialpodcast.org/season-one/1/the-alibi

Step-by-Step Guide

1
Identify the host
List the host's last name and initials, followed by "(Host)" in parentheses.
2
Add the date
Include the full date of the episode (Year, Month Day).
3
Write the episode title
Use sentence case. Do not italicize. Include the episode number in parentheses if available, e.g., (No. 5). Follow with [Audio podcast episode] in square brackets.
4
Add the podcast name
Write "In" followed by the podcast name in italics.
5
Include publisher and URL
Add the producer or network name, then the URL where the episode can be accessed.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Not identifying the host's role with "(Host)" after their name.
Omitting the episode number when one is available.
Forgetting the format description in square brackets: [Audio podcast episode].
Not italicizing the podcast name.
Not using "In" before the podcast name.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I cite an entire podcast series rather than a single episode?

To cite the whole series, use: Host, A. A. (Host). (Year--present). Podcast name [Audio podcast]. Publisher. URL. Use the year range for the series and "[Audio podcast]" instead of "[Audio podcast episode]."

What if the podcast has multiple hosts?

List all hosts in the author position, each followed by "(Host)." For example: Smith, J. (Host), & Lee, R. (Host). (2023, January 15)...

Do I need to include the producer or network?

Include the production company or network if it is known and different from the host. If the podcast is independently produced and no publisher is apparent, you may omit this element.

Information You Will Need

Before creating your citation, gather the following information from your podcast episode:

Host(s)
Date of episode
Episode title
Podcast name
Producer or network (if applicable)
URL

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Step-by-Step Guide

Identify the host

List the host's last name and initials, followed by "(Host)" in parentheses.

Add the date

Include the full date of the episode (Year, Month Day).

Write the episode title

Use sentence case. Do not italicize. Include the episode number in parentheses if available, e.g., (No. 5). Follow with [Audio podcast episode] in square brackets.

Add the podcast name

Write "In" followed by the podcast name in italics.

Include publisher and URL

Add the producer or network name, then the URL where the episode can be accessed.