Displaying podcast episodes directly from your WordPress posts is an excellent way to integrate your blog content with your podcast. To do this, you need to ensure that each post you want to feature as a podcast episode includes an audio attachment. Assigning categories to the posts can further enhance filtering and organization for your podcast episodes.
Step-by-Step Guide to Display Podcast Player from WordPress Posts
Follow these simple steps to showcase a podcast player that pulls episodes from local WordPress posts:
Step 1. Create a Podcast Player Block
- Open the page or post where you want to add the podcast player.
- Add a new Podcast Player block (you can also use a widget, shortcode, or Elementor widget if you prefer).
Step 2. Select “From Posts” in the Fetch Podcast Dropdown
- In the right-hand sidebar, you’ll see a setting called “Fetch Podcasts”.
- Select “From Posts” from the dropdown menu.
Step 3. Display Audio-Enabled Posts as Episodes
- The plugin will automatically pull all WordPress posts that have audio files attached and display them as episodes in the podcast player.
Step 4. Filter Episodes by Categories and Tags
- If you want to filter which posts are displayed as episodes, you can do so by category or tag. This is useful if you have categorized your episodes (e.g., “Interviews”, “Audio Logs”) and only want to display specific ones.
Step 5. Add Optional Podcast Information
- You can further enhance the player by adding optional podcast information such as episode titles, descriptions, or artwork.
Step 6. Preview and Finalize
- Preview the podcast player to ensure everything is displaying as desired.
- Once you’re happy with the player, click Publish to make it live on your site.
That’s It!
Once published, your website visitors will see the podcast player displaying episodes pulled from your WordPress posts with audio attachments. This integration makes it easier for your audience to discover and engage with your podcast directly through your blog or website.
Use Cases and Tips:
- Multiple Categories: You can use categories and tags to group similar podcast episodes together (e.g., show only interviews, audio blogs, or special series).
- Audio Attachment: Remember, each post must have an audio file attached for it to be displayed in the podcast player.
By following these steps, you can seamlessly blend your blog content with your podcast and offer an engaging multimedia experience for your audience.