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New Episode
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when there is a new episode available for the TODAY, EXPLAINED Podcast from Vox
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Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
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Power on
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the switch is power on
Turn off
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action turn on the switch
Turn on
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action turn on the switch
New Episode
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when there is a new episode available for the TODAY, EXPLAINED Podcast from Vox
Power off
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the switch is power off
Power on
Polling trigger
Polling Applets run after IFTTT reaches out to the trigger service and finds a new trigger event. These trigger checks occur every 5 minutes for Pro and Pro+ users, and every hour for Free users.
This trigger fires when the switch is power on
Turn off
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action turn on the switch
Turn on
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action turn on the switch
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About Today, Explained Podcast
Today, Explained is an insightful daily news podcast by Vox that breaks down essential world events into concise, 20-minute episodes. Hosted by award-winning journalist Sean Rameswaram, the podcast aims to provide clarity on pivotal issues and developments, leveraging the expertise of Vox's wide array of reporters and external specialists. It's an invaluable resource for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of the stories shaping our world today.
Today, Explained is an insightful daily news podcast by Vox that breaks down essential world events into concise, 20-minute episodes. Hosted by award-winning journalist Sean Rameswaram, the podcast aims to provide clarity on pivotal issues and developments, leveraging the expertise of Vox's wide array of reporters and external specialists. It's an invaluable resource for individuals seeking to deepen their understanding of the stories shaping our world today.
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