Blockli Podcast Release Notes

Released: February 12, 2025
= 1.1.4 =
* This update prevents duplicate podcast and episode images by only downloading them if they are missing when the scheduler refreshes content. Additionally, block images now display correctly in the WordPress editor, providing a better preview of how the app page will look. We also fixed a bug that was causing a warning in the WordPress log.

Released: December 10, 2024
= 1.1.3 =
* Version 1.1.3 refines the podcast import process by automatically using the imported podcast artwork as the featured image for episodes when no specific episode artwork is provided in the RSS feed. This enhancement ensures compatibility with the Blockli Podcast theme, which uniquely requires individual images for each episode in the podcast library, unlike most podcast platforms.

Released: December 4, 2024
= 1.1.2 =
* Under-the-hood enhancement: We have implemented an option to automatically flush rewrite rules when new podcast episodes are synced via the scheduler, improving the plugin’s stability and performance.

Released: October 21, 2024
= 1.1.1 =
* Resolved an issue that caused the podcast import to fail due to a mismatch between podcast episodes and authors when importing external RSS feeds. Added the ability to schedule automatic podcast updates. This feature ensures that imported podcasts are automatically refreshed and kept in sync with the external RSS feed, providing up-to-date content seamlessly.

Released: October 11, 2024
= 1.1.0 =
* Added the option to enable or disable the podcast mini player directly from the podcast plugin settings in the WordPress dashboard, providing greater customization and control over the podcast experience.

Released: September 4, 2024
= 1.0.4 =
* Bug Fixes and Enhancements: Resolved minor bugs and added pagination to the list of episodes in the podcast edit page in WordPress. Saving an episode now functions correctly without throwing an error.

Released: August 22, 2024
= 1.0.3 =
* You can now create an episode via REST API, making it easier to automate workflows for adding new episodes. For example, you can trigger the creation of a new episode by sending a webhook to `https://site-url.com/wp-json/wp/v2/blockli_episode`. Stay tuned for our upcoming video tutorial that will guide you through this process step-by-step.

Released: August 2, 2024
= 1.0.2 =
* This update includes a minor bug fix and a cleanup of unused files that might cause conflicts in the plugin’s operation.

Released: July 31, 2024
= 1.0.1 =
* The “Podcast, Episode, and Author” screen now displays all published episodes. Previously, the WordPress REST API limited the number of posts to 10; we have removed this restriction. Additionally, the RSS import feature has been enhanced to handle a larger volume of podcast data. We also fixed an issue with missing “Podcasts” and “Added Podcast” menu item in the WordPress backend.

Released: July 25, 2024
= 1.0.0 =
* Elevate your podcasting experience with Blockli Podcast, the ultimate WordPress plugin designed to seamlessly integrate with the BuddyBoss app. Whether you’re a seasoned podcaster or just starting, Blockli Podcast offers an array of features to enhance your content delivery and audience engagement.