Fastshot is an AI-powered mobile app builder that generates production-ready native iOS and Android apps from text descriptions. Built on Expo and React Native, it handles design, code generation, backend setup, and App Store deployment — no coding required.

Do I need coding experience to use Fastshot?

No. Fastshot generates complete mobile apps from plain English descriptions. No coding, design, or technical skills are required. Simply describe your app idea and Fastshot builds it.

What kind of apps can Fastshot build?

Fastshot builds native iOS and Android mobile apps across all categories including fitness, social, productivity, business, education, e-commerce, and lifestyle apps. Apps include UI, navigation, backend (Supabase with PostgreSQL), authentication, push notifications, and monetization.

Can I deploy my app to the App Store and Google Play?

Yes. Fastshot compiles APK and AAB files for Google Play and IPA files for the App Store in the cloud. It also generates store metadata, screenshots, and submission documentation for both platforms.

Do I own the source code?

Yes. You get full ownership of the generated React Native and Expo source code. You can export it, modify it in VS Code or any IDE, or hand it to a developer. Zero vendor lock-in.

How is Fastshot different from web app builders like Bolt.new or Lovable?

Bolt.new and Lovable generate web applications that run in a browser. Fastshot generates true native mobile apps using React Native and Expo that compile to iOS and Android binaries with full device API access including camera, GPS, push notifications, and biometrics.

Does the app parse RSS feeds for podcast episodes?

Yes. Describe RSS feed support and Fastshot generates feed parsing that pulls episode metadata, artwork, and audio URLs from standard podcast RSS feeds.

Can users download episodes for offline listening?

Absolutely. Fastshot generates download management with progress indicators and local storage so listeners can enjoy episodes without connectivity.

Is variable playback speed supported?

Yes. The generated player includes speed controls (0.5x through 3x) and skip-forward/back buttons so users can listen at their preferred pace.

Can I add chapter markers and show notes?

Describe chapter support in your requirements. Fastshot generates chapter navigation and show notes display alongside the player for a richer listening experience.

Does it support sleep timers?

Include a sleep timer in your spec. Fastshot generates a countdown timer that pauses playback automatically after a set duration.

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ByElvira Dzhuraeva

Published: Dec 31, 2025Last updated: Mar 24, 2026

Build a Podcast Player App
— Listen on Your Terms

Create a podcast player with episode browsing, subscriptions, download management, and playback speed controls.

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Why Build a Podcast Player App?

Podcasting continues to grow, and listeners want dedicated apps that make discovery, subscription management, and playback seamless. There is opportunity in niche podcast apps serving specific communities.

A podcast app needs RSS feed parsing, episode downloading, background audio playback, variable speed controls, and subscription management — a significant technical undertaking.

Fastshot generates a native podcast player with show subscriptions, episode lists, download management, playback controls, and a polished listening experience on iOS and Android.

You can build this podcast player app using our [AI mobile app builder](/ai-app-builder) — describe what you want and get a working native app in minutes.

Key Features for Your Podcast Player App

Episode queues, playback speed control, and subscription management — a podcast experience tailored to your audience.

Show Subscriptions

Subscribe to podcasts and get automatic episode updates with new release notifications.

Episode Browser

Browse episodes by show with descriptions, duration, and release dates.

Download Manager

Download episodes for offline listening with storage management and auto-download settings.

Playback Controls

Variable speed playback, skip forward/back, sleep timer, and background audio support.

Listen Queue

Build a queue of episodes to listen to next with automatic progression.

Show Discovery

Browse trending podcasts, explore by category, and get recommendations based on subscriptions.

How to Build a Podcast Player App with Fastshot

Define Your Podcast Vision

Tell Fastshot what makes your podcast app different: curated discovery, niche content focus, or creator tools. Describe subscriptions, downloads, and playback features.

AI Produces Your Player

Fastshot generates podcast feeds, episode lists, an audio player with speed controls, subscription management, and download screens backed by Supabase.

Queue Up a Test Episode

Preview on your phone. Subscribe to a feed, download an episode, test playback speed controls, and check that your listening queue works smoothly.

Broadcast to the App Stores

Cloud builds create signed apps for both platforms. Launch and give podcast listeners a dedicated home for their shows.

Frequently Asked Questions

Your Podcast App Deserves Better

Build a podcast player that does exactly what your listeners need — from speed controls to offline downloads. Describe it, and Fastshot builds it.

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About the Author

Elvira Dzhuraeva

Elvira Dzhuraeva is an expert in AI mobile app development and React Native. A former Senior Product Manager at Google specializing in AI/ML and Generative AI, she is the Founder of Fastshot (YC-backed) and a founding contributor to Kubeflow.

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Build a Podcast Player App— Listen on Your Terms