Currently, downloaded podcasts are automatically added to the "your episodes" playlist (whether you want them there or not). They are not automatically removed when you un-download them. Additionally, is a pain to remove each episode from the playlist, you have to perform at least three steps. This feature, as it currently exists, serves little more purpose than to be a duplicate of the "downloads" tab.
In sum, users should be able to choose whether or not they utilize the "your episodes" playlist feature and have greater control over how it functions.
Updated on 2021-07-01
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