Apple Podcasts in China: Changes and Censorship

The functionality of Apple Podcasts in China has experienced notable changes, primarily due to the regulations set by the Cyberspace Administration of China. Previously, only a selected list of shows was available, with certain episodes being entirely banned. Now, Apple has the capability to pull individual episodes, meaning some popular podcasts may have recent episodes unavailable in the region based on their content, particularly those discussing politically sensitive topics. A tool has been developed to check if specific shows or episodes are banned in China, providing insight into the extent of censorship occurring.