The app is one of the worst functioning apps I have ever used. It often restarts podcasts after mid episode ads (premium subscription). The control panel at the bottom disappears. I had to quit using the app on runs because it would mess up and it would throw my workout off trying to get to where i was on the podcast. I never have this issue with music, but very common with podcasts. The issue has persisted for well over a year, and it is not just me. Check reddit.