PODCAST

Podcasting is the method of distributing multimedia files, such as audio programs or music videos, over the Internet using either the RSS or Atom syndication formats, for playback on mobile devices and personal computers. The term podcast like 'radio', can mean both the content and the method of delivery. The host or author of a podcast is often called a podcaster. Podcasters' web sites may also offer direct download or streaming of their files; a podcast however is distinguished by its ability to be downloaded automatically using software capable of reading RSS or Atom feeds.

Usually a podcast features one type of 'show', with new episodes released either sporadically or at planned intervals such as daily or weekly. In addition, there are podcast networks that feature multiple shows on the same feed.

If you want to listen to your favorite radio shows and audio and video programs anytime, you can subscribe to the podcasts you want and iTunes takes care of the rest. Updates occur automatically. New episodes appear like magic. Podcasts sync to your iPod as soon as you dock it. Fast. Easy. Free. Podcasts on iTunes.

For further information: http://www.apple.com/it/itunes/podcasts/

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British Council LearnEnglish Podcasting

Welcome to LearnEnglish podcasts!
LearnEnglish Podcasts are a way for you to practise your English language listening skills. You can listen on your computer, or download to your mp3 player. We've got something for everyone - from kids to adults and from elementary to advanced level learners. They are free, and if you subscribe we will send them to you every month. Please note that you cannot subscribe to our Kids listening downloads:

http://www.britishcouncil.org/learnenglish-podcasts.htm

Education: Podcast on language topics
http://www.englishblog.it/categoria/podcast

Education: English in the Real World

English Language learning for professionals and students studying for IELTS and TOEFL.
There are tapescripts so you can read what the speaker is saying as well as listen. There are also special practice exercises included on the tapescript. If you've subscribed with iTunes the tapescript should download along with the podcast. If you're listening through web feeds in Internet Explorer 7, you'll find a link to the tapescript in your browser.

http://www.podbean.com/podcast-detail?pid=18266

Nature Podcast