Is there any method to download podcasts on Spotify? Can we download Spotify podcasts to MP3? Definitely! In today's article, you'll get a workaround.

In the last few years, Spotify has shifted much of its focus to podcasts and has made investments to score itself as the biggest podcast app in the US. With over 4 million podcasts on the platform to choose from, Spotify allows podcast lovers to download and play their favourite shows whenever they want. However, these downloads are encrypted and can only be played on Spotify. Generally speaking, the playback experience is somewhat limited if you want to put them on an MP3 player that is incompatible with Spotify's app. What's worse, if you are not a Spotify Premium user, you'll get the ads interruption when you are absorbed in listening to the show or episode. Worry less, everything will quickly be resolved if you learn to download Spotify podcasts to MP3 format.

We previously taught you how to download podcasts on Amazon Music to MP3, and today, we'll show you how to do the same on Spotify! This post will share a solution for downloading Spotify podcasts to MP3 with AudiCable Audio Recorder. Meanwhile, you'll also know how to download podcasts on Spotify. Check it out now!

• Part 1 How to Download Podcasts on Spotify?
• Part 2 How to Download Spotify Podcasts to MP3?

Part 1. How to Download Podcasts on Spotify

Spotify podcasts gain much popularity from podcast fans. It covers a wide range of podcast topics, from food and culture to true crime, sports, and current events. If you are a Spotify Premium subscriber, it is easy to download podcasts on Spotify in a few simple steps as below.

Step 1: Launch the Spotify app on your iPhone, Android phone or tablet. Please make sure that you're logged in.

Step 2: Tap Your Library > Podcasts. Please scroll down the episode list and tap the down arrow icon to the right of an episode to download it to your device.

Step 3: After downloading the episode, the down arrow icon will turn green. Downloaded episodes can be played from the podcast episode list or through Your Library > Podcasts > Downloads. Now you can listen to downloaded podcasts on Spotify.

Note: Spotify podcasts are only downloaded on Spotify in protected OGG Vorbis format. Keep reading if you want to learn how to download Spotify podcasts to MP3 or other formats freely.

Part 2. How to Download Spotify Podcasts to MP3?

Tool Required: AudiCable Spotify Podcast Recorder

As Spotify songs are encoded in OGG Vorbis format, it is difficult to listen to your favorite podcasts on generic MP3 players. But don't worry, you can overcome these obstacles and download Spotify podcasts as MP3 files by utilizing the AudiCable Spotify Podcast Converter.

AudiCable Spotify Podcast Recorder works for both free and premium users of Spotify on Windows and Mac. It was designed to record Spotify songs, albums, playlists, and podcasts with lossless streaming music quality and ID3 tags kept. Plus, AudiCable supports various output formats, including MP3, AAC, WAV, FLAC, AIFF, and ALAC, whose audio bitrate ranges from 128kbps to 320kbps. Apart from recording Spotify music, AudiCable also allows you to download music from other streaming music platforms like Apple Music, YouTube Music, Amazon Music, and more. Check out the specific features listed below!

Now, let's check out how to download Spotify podcasts with this tool. The following we will take the Windows version as an example. As the program interface and operation steps on Mac are very similar on that of Windows, you can directly follow the ultimate tutorial below.

📂 Tutorial on Downloading Spotify Podcasts to MP3

Step 1: Get AudiCable Installed on Your PC or Mac

First, you’ll need to get AudiCable Spotify Music Recorder going on your PC or Mac. AudiCable's main interface shows the most prominent music streaming services. Select "Spotify" from the main interface. Then you'll be required to log in to your Spotify account.

Note: Using the "Add other sources" button, you can also add other music services that you want. Just copy the official website, customize it with a new name, and then implement a new music platform.

Step 2: Customize the Output Parameters

On the top-right corner of AudiCable, click on a "gear icon". From the pop-up setting window, you need to choose "MP3" as the output format. Then close it to apply the changes.

Note: Apart from the output format, you can also freely customize the output quality and output path as you like. The audio quality varies from 128kbps to 320kbps.

Step 3: Download Spotify Podcasts to Local Files

Select Spotify podcasts you want to download, then click to play. AudiCable will record Spotify podcasts simultaneously. Meanwhile, songs will be converted to the formats you've chosen in the previous step.

Note: If you want to mute the sound and just download Spotify music in the background, you can go to the upper right, and tap the "sound" icon to switch to mute.

Step 4: Get the Downloaded Spotify MP3 Podcast on Your Computer

After recording, click the "Recorded" tap and then the "folder icon". Here you'll get the recorded Spotify Podcast MP3 files with lossless quality kept. Now you can transfer the downloaded Spotify podcast MP3 files to your device, then enjoy an offline playback with ease.

★ Disclaimer

1. All these methods are for personal or educational use only.
2. You should not use this tool to distribute music or for business.

Conclusion

Listening to Spotify podcasts is conducive to enriching your life and broadening your horizon. This hands-free, eyes-free form of entertainment will make you look forward to your morning commute and daily chores. And there should be a Spotify podcast genre that is perfect for you, no matter what your interests are. If you want to play the Spotify podcast on your MP3 player or other devices, you can record the Spotify podcast to MP3 using the more convenient method we showed above. Act now to utilize AudiCable Spotify Podcast Recorder, then you can listen to them whenever and wherever you like!

Note: The free trial version of AudiCable enables you to record a maximum of 10 Spotify songs. To get the full conversion, please become a registered member by buying a license from AudiCable.

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