Cloudy

Cloudy is a nifty little app for OS X that lets you enjoy podcasts without the hassle of using a web browser. Instead of navigating through tabs and ads, you can just sit back and listen!

Accessing Overcast Made Easy

The Overcast website is like a treasure trove of podcasts, all accessible through a simple web player. Plus, there's an app for your iPhone, iPad, and even Apple Watch! While you can sign up for an Overcast account for free, you'll need to do it via the iOS app. Having an account is super helpful because you can easily subscribe to your favorite podcasts and get notified whenever new episodes drop.

No More Browser Clutter

Now, here’s where Cloudy shines! In its main window, you’ll find access to the Overcast web console. However, if you're new and haven't signed up yet, you'll have to search for podcasts manually each time. This might seem like a bummer at first.

No Offline Listening Yet

A key difference from the iOS version is that when you're using the web player in Cloudy, episodes don't automatically download. So yeah, you'll need to stay connected to the internet while listening.

Easy Search Functionality

The good news? Up in the top right corner of Cloudy’s window is a handy search bar where you can type in keywords. It quickly shows matching podcasts in a dropdown menu! Pick what interests you and voilà—you’ll see all related episodes right there in Cloudy's main window.

Simplified Playback Controls

Each episode has a brief description so you know what it's about before hitting play. You can start or pause playback with ease, adjust playback speed, or skip back or forward by 30 seconds—super convenient!

Your Go-To Podcast Player!

In conclusion, Cloudy gives you access to Overcast's fantastic podcast library without cluttering up your browser. It's all about efficient resource usage and making your podcast experience smoother!