Previously downloaded podcasts prompt to download again on iPhone

Whenever I sync my iPhone to iTunes, my previously downloaded podcasts get removed. Any podcast that was downloaded prior to the sync prompts to download again when I go to play it (which is typically when I commute and I don't have wifi access). Unfortunately, I have one podcast that requires me to sync via iTunes. Otherwise, all the others sync great with the podcasts app. I am hoping there is a setting that is causing this issue. Any help would be appreciated!

Hey there Mestrya,
It sounds like your one iPhone 4 is having issues downloading or using internet on a Wi-Fi connection even after resetting your phone and modifying your router settings, but other devices work without issue. I would recommend for you the following article to help resolve this, named:
iOS: Troubleshooting Wi-Fi networks and connections - Apple Support
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
All the best,
Sterling

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