I’ve started listening to podcasts at work in the last few weeks. I’m embarrassed to say that I actually bowed to a bit of peer pressure, to be honest. I read an article a few weeks ago that suggested that 30% of all people who own MP3 players have listened to podcasts. While I don’t believe that number is accurate, I still felt very behind-the-trend, podcast-wise. Well, when Glenn Beck started pseudo-podcasting his show, I had to explore all of the podcasts available. There are quite a few.
Automatically downloaded to my iPod each day are a random married couple from Wisconsin, a Christian vs. Atheist running debate/discussion, a guy named Ferg and his wife, and a conservative talk show (of course).
It really helps the time go by and, believe it or not, makes me more productive. The drive to and from work is also a perfect time for listening to podcasts; as there’s really not any talk to listen to on the radio before 8:30 anyway, besides our local Top 40 morning show.
April 15th, 2005 at 5:57 pm
I don’t even use an Mp3 player but I agree that the trend has a lot of potential. I heard an interview of some CE conference with an HP exec talking about their upcoming phone/pda/gps device. Can it still be a podcast if you listen to it on your pc?
April 15th, 2005 at 5:59 pm
and to answer my own question…looks like I’m still missing it.
April 15th, 2005 at 6:01 pm
Yeah, the whole concept of “podcast” really just refers to an audio format with some kind of automatic syndication/download. It can be to your computer, your phone, whatever.
April 15th, 2005 at 6:07 pm
And who are you, random Comcast Cable user?
April 15th, 2005 at 6:07 pm
Ah, wait. You’re on a Comcast IP Block in Charleston, SC. I think I know now.