How to Cite a Podcast in Chicago (17th edition)
Learn how to cite podcast episodes and series in Chicago format (17th edition). This guide includes the reference list format, in-text citation examples, and key formatting rules.
Chicago Bibliography Format
Here is the standard Chicago format for citing a podcast in your bibliography:
Host Last Name, First Name, host. "Episode Title." Season #, episode #. Podcast Name. Publisher. Month Day, Year. Audio, duration. URL.
Chicago In-Text Citation
Use one of these formats when referencing this source within your paper:
Parenthetical
(Host 2024)
Narrative
Host (2024) mentions...
Step-by-Step Guide
- Gather source information: Collect the author name, title, publication date, and URL or DOI for your podcast.
- Format the reference: Arrange the elements following the Chicago (17th edition) template shown above.
- Create the in-text citation: Add a parenthetical or narrative citation in your paper where you reference this source.
- Add to your bibliography: Include the full formatted citation at the end of your paper.
- Double-check formatting: Verify italics, punctuation, capitalization, and hanging indents match Chicago requirements.
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