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Podcast Index MCP Server

recent_new_feeds

Read-only

Retrieve podcast feeds newly added to the index, ordered by addition time, to discover brand-new shows before they appear in other searches.

Instructions

Get podcast feeds newly added to the Podcast Index, in the order they were added. Useful for discovering brand-new shows before they show up in other searches.

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
maxNoMaximum results to return (default 40)
descNoReturn feeds in descending order (default false, only applies with feedid)
sinceNoOnly return feeds added since this Unix timestamp
feedidNoPodcast Index feed ID to start from. Takes precedence over since — if both are set, since is ignored.
Behavior3/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

Annotations already declare readOnlyHint=true. The description adds that feeds are returned in order added and for new shows, but doesn't cover other behaviors like rate limits or authentication.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness5/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is two sentences, front-loaded with the main purpose, and contains no unnecessary words.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness3/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

The description lacks details about pagination, parameter interplay (e.g., feedid for offset), and return format. With no output schema, more context would be beneficial.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters3/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100%, so the schema already describes all parameters. The description adds no additional parameter information, so baseline 3 is appropriate.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose5/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states it retrieves newly added podcast feeds in order of addition, distinguishing it from siblings like 'recent_feeds' by emphasizing 'newly added' and 'brand-new shows'.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines3/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description gives a use case ('discovering brand-new shows') but does not explicitly state when not to use or compare to alternatives like search_by_term or recent_feeds.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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