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How to Cite a Podcast in OSCOLA (4th edition)

Learn how to cite podcast episodes and series in OSCOLA format (4th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.

OSCOLA Bibliography Format

Here is the standard OSCOLA format for citing a podcast in your bibliography:

OSCOLA Example for a Podcast

A complete OSCOLA reference for a podcast, formatted by the official OSCOLA CSL style definition — the same engine that powers the generator on this site:

Scholar Media, “Research Methods Today,” The Academic Hour (February 5, 2024) <https://www.example.org/academic-hour/42>

Matching in-text citation: Scholar Media, “Research Methods Today,” The Academic Hour (February 5, 2024) <https://www.example.org/academic-hour/42>.

Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your podcast.
  2. Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the OSCOLA (4th edition) template shown above.
  3. Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
  4. Add to your bibliography: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
  5. Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match OSCOLA requirements.

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