How to delete podcast that pops up without my asking on Apple Podcast?

To delete a podcast from your library or stop it from automatically downloading on Apple Podcasts on your iPad, you can follow these steps:

To Delete a Podcast Episode:

1. Open Apple Podcasts:

- Launch the Apple Podcasts app on your iPad.

2. Go to Library:

- Tap on the "Library" tab at the bottom of the screen.

3. Select the Podcast:

- Find and select the podcast from which you want to delete an episode.

4. Locate the Episode:

- Browse through the list of episodes for the selected podcast and find the episode you want to delete.

5. Swipe to Delete:

- Swipe from right to left on the episode you want to delete. This action will reveal a "Delete" button.

6. Tap Delete:

- Tap on the "Delete" button to remove the episode from your library.

To Stop Auto-Downloads:

If you want to prevent episodes from automatically downloading in the future, follow these steps:

1. Open Settings:

- Exit the Podcasts app and open the "Settings" app on your iPad.

2. Scroll Down:

- Scroll down and find "Podcasts" in the list.

3. Select Podcasts Settings:

- Tap on "Podcasts" to access the settings.

4. Auto-Downloads:

- Look for the "Downloads" section. You should find an option called "Download Episodes."

5. Toggle Off "Download Episodes":

- Toggle off the switch next to "Download Episodes" to disable automatic downloads.

This will prevent new podcast episodes from automatically downloading to your device. You can still manually download episodes when you want to listen to them.

By using these steps, you should be able to manage your podcast library and prevent unwanted episodes from popping up or downloading automatically on Apple Podcasts on your iPad.