what is podcast

A podcast is a digital audio program consisting of a series of audio episodes that you can download or stream from the internet. It is similar to a radio show, but with the key difference that you can listen to it whenever you want, on your own schedule. Podcasts are typically focused on a particular topic or theme, such as cycling or startups, and can range from carefully scripted to completely improvised. They are usually hosted by one or more recurring hosts engaged in a discussion about a particular topic or current event. Podcasts can be listened to on a smartphone or other device using a podcast app, and there are many different apps available for this purpose. Some popular podcast apps include Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. Podcasts are free to listen to and are often supported by advertising or sponsorships.