Publishing desk · 2026-10-23
Two episodes, one audio URL: a pre-publish check
Before publishing a second episode, compare its audio enclosure with the first. A new title does not make a reused audio URL unique.
Apple says each episode needs a unique enclosure URL and that duplicate enclosure URLs are ignored. The enclosure also declares the audio file length and media type. These are feed requirements, not a platform change announced today.
Consider a producer who duplicates an episode draft, edits the title, but leaves the original audio attachment. In that illustrative case, the second entry can still point to the first file. Check the published feed rather than relying only on the host’s editing screen.
Open the two episode entries and compare their enclosure URLs. If they are identical for two different episodes, use your host’s supported process to attach the correct file, publish, and inspect the feed again. Keep the original values in a note for support. This check does not determine when a listening app will refresh.
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Sources and editorial notes
- Apple Podcasts for Creators — RSS feed requirements · reviewed 2026-10-23
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