Support for Podcasts and Improved Subscription Page Functionality

[akashsriramganapathy]

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Description:

Recent updates to YouTube have integrated podcasts into the platform, but some channels still lack certain sections, which affects the user experience. I understand that these features are not yet implemented in NewPipeExtractor and Piped APIs, and similarly, YouTube Shorts are also unsupported.

Request:

1. Podcast Support:

   • Implement support for podcasts within the LibreTube application, enabling users to access podcast episodes from channels that offer them.

2. Shorts Support:

   • Integrate support for YouTube Shorts to enhance content accessibility.

3. Subscription Page Improvement:

   • Can we explore alternative methods to load feeds and subscription pages directly without relying on a Piped instance? The current subscription page does not display new videos effectively, which may hinder user engagement.

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Additional Thoughts:

If there are any existing workarounds or suggestions for accessing these features while waiting for official support, I would appreciate guidance on that as well.

Thank you for considering this request to enhance the LibreTube experience for all users.

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