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Summarize Apple podcast episodes with ElevenLabs and GPT-5-MINI

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1. Workflow Overview

How it works Submit one or more Apple Podcast episode URLs via the built in n8n form The workflow queries the iTunes API to retrieve each podcast's public RSS feed, then parses the XML to locate th...

Best for

  • Content Creation automation workflows
  • AI Summarization automation workflows
  • advanced n8n builders looking for reusable templates

Tools used

n8n-nodes-base.stickynote, n8n-nodes-base.httprequest, n8n-nodes-base.formtrigger, n8n-nodes-base.code, @n8n/n8n-nodes-langchain.openai, n8n-nodes-base.gmail

Source and attribution

This workflow is cataloged by N8N Workflows and links back to its original n8n.io source page by George Dan.

Original n8n.io source

1.1 Workflow description

Title
Summarize Apple podcast episodes with ElevenLabs and GPT-5-MINI
Workflow name
Summarize Apple podcast episodes with ElevenLabs and GPT-5-MINI

How it works

  • Submit one or more Apple Podcast episode URLs via the built-in n8n form
  • The workflow queries the iTunes API to retrieve each podcast's public RSS feed, then parses the XML to locate the matching episode's MP3 file
  • ElevenLabs Scribe transcribes the full audio by passing the MP3 URL directly - no file download needed
  • GPT-5-MINI generates a structured summary for each episode: title, key points, useful info, and a bottom line
  • All summaries are combined into a formatted HTML email and delivered to your inbox

Set up steps

  • Setup takes about 5 minutes
  • Connect three credentials: ElevenLabs (HTTP Header Auth with your API key), OpenAI API, and Gmail OAuth2
  • Update the recipient email address in the "Send Summary Email" node
  • Detailed instructions are in the sticky notes inside the workflow

1.2 Logical Blocks

This catalog entry is organized from the workflow JSON. The node-level section below shows the executable blocks available for review before importing the template.

2. Block-by-Block Analysis

Block 1 - Overview

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 2 - Section: User Input

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 3 - Section: Podcast Discovery

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 4 - Section: Transcription & Summary

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 5 - Section: Email Delivery

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.stickyNote - stickyNote
Config choices
Version 1

Block 6 - Transcribe Episode with ElevenLabs

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 7 - Submit Podcast URLs

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.formTrigger - formTrigger
Config choices
Version 2.3

Block 8 - Parse Input URLs

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 9 - Look Up RSS Feed via iTunes

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 10 - Extract RSS Feed URL

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 11 - Find Episode MP3 URL

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 12 - Fetch RSS Feed

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.httpRequest - httpRequest
Config choices
Version 4.2

Block 13 - Build HTML Email

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.code - code
Config choices
Version 2

Block 14 - Generate Episode Summary

Type / Role
@n8n/n8n-nodes-langchain.openAi - openAi
Config choices
Version 1.8

Block 15 - Send Summary Email

Type / Role
n8n-nodes-base.gmail - gmail
Config choices
Version 2.1

3. Summary Table

Workflow Summarize Apple podcast episodes with ElevenLabs and GPT-5-MINI
Complexity advanced
Nodes 15
Categories Content Creation, AI Summarization
Author George Dan
Published 18 Mar 2026

4. Reproducing the Workflow from Scratch

  1. 1. Download the workflow JSON

    Use the JSON export at /data/workflows/14170/14170.json as the source template for this automation.

  2. 2. Import the template into n8n

    Open n8n, import the downloaded JSON, and review each node before activating the workflow.

  3. 3. Configure credentials and variables

    Replace placeholder credentials, API keys, webhook URLs, account IDs, and environment-specific values with your own settings.

  4. 4. Test with sample data

    Run the workflow manually or in a staging workspace, inspect node output, and confirm downstream systems receive the expected data.

  5. 5. Activate and monitor

    Enable the workflow only after testing, then monitor executions, errors, and rate limits during the first production runs.

5. General Notes & Resources

Review imported nodes carefully before activation. This catalog entry is intended to help you inspect the workflow structure, understand required services, and find related templates faster.

Node names, credentials, schedules, webhook paths, and external service limits may need adjustment for your workspace.

Frequently asked questions

What does Summarize Apple podcast episodes with ElevenLabs and GPT-5-MINI do?

How it works Submit one or more Apple Podcast episode URLs via the built in n8n form The workflow queries the iTunes API to retrieve each podcast's public RSS feed, then parses the XML to locate th...

What do I need before importing this workflow?

Review the workflow JSON, configure any required credentials in n8n, and test the automation in a safe workspace before using it in production.

Can I customize this workflow?

Yes. Use the block-by-block analysis and the downloadable JSON to inspect each node, then adjust credentials, prompts, schedules, filters, or destinations for your Content Creation, AI Summarization use case.