Introducing podcastBar
I'm happy to introduce podcastBar — a lightweight podcast player built for the macOS menu bar.
Why Another Podcast App?
Most podcast apps are feature-heavy and take up significant screen space. I wanted something simpler — a player that stays out of the way while still offering the essentials for a great listening experience.
What podcastBar Offers
podcastBar lives in your menu bar, ready when you need it. Subscribe to your favorite podcasts via RSS, manage your queue, and enjoy your shows without the overhead of a full-size application.
Features
- •RSS Subscriptions: Subscribe to any podcast via RSS feed
- •OPML Support: Import and export your subscriptions easily
- •Shownotes: Read episode descriptions and notes
- •Timestamp Seeking: Jump to specific moments in episodes
- •Up Next Queue: Manage what you're listening to next
- •Auto-Play: Automatically play the next episode
- •Sleep Timer: Perfect for bedtime listening
- •Local Statistics: Track your listening habits privately
Privacy First
Your data stays on your device. Subscriptions, playback progress, and listening statistics are all stored locally. No account required — just add your feeds and start listening.
Simple and Fast
Whether you're catching up on tech podcasts during work or listening to stories before bed, podcastBar keeps playback close at hand. It's designed for people who want a fast, focused podcast experience on their Mac.
Download podcastBar from the Mac App Store and enjoy podcasts the lightweight way.