
A podcast is an audio file that can be downloaded automatically to your computer, using RSS (Really Simple Syndication) feeds to your computer. RSS feeds are free content feeds from Web sites, including washingtonpost.com, that contain article headlines, summaries, links to articles, and podcasts.
The word "podcast" is derived from Apple Computer's portable music player, the iPod.
Podcasts are usually downloaded through a program like iTunes onto an iPod using RSS feeds, but they can also be directly downloaded on to a computer, or listened to in streaming format.
There are many different types of podcasts about almost any topic, from cars to comedy to science to sports ... and news! The Washington Post's Sunday Source recently sampled a broad range of podcasts.
Many radio or TV shows are repurposed as podcasts. For example, you can listen to Washington Post Radio's "The Tony Kornheiser Show" through your iPod, or on your computer, hours after the show aired live.
How do I listen to podcasts? Do I need an iPod to listen to a podcast?
You do not need an iPod to listen to podcasts. You can listen to washingtonpost.com podcasts in a few ways.
• Through iTunes.
• Click on the Listen/MP3 link when you see it.
• Use an RSS feed reader.
How often is a podcast updated?
There is no set time for when podcasts run, but most podcasts update at least once a week. Check back regularly for updates.
How much does a podcast cost?
All washingtonpost.com podcasts are free.
Raw Fisher Radio Podcast
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/rawfisherradio.xml
Talking Points with Tony Kornheiser, Michael Wilbon and Cindy Boren From The Washington Post
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The Book World Podcast
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/bookworldpodcast.xml
Our newest podcast features some of the best photo and audio slideshows on our site.
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/photo_podcast.xml
This video podcast includes the best documentary video in HD from washingtonpost.com.
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/hd_podcast.xml
This audio podcast features a new story from The Washington Post each weekday. Listen for stories on politics, sports, world issues, entertainment news, and trends.
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/postpodcast.xml
This video podcast includes news and documentary video from washingtonpost.com.
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/vipod.xml
Correspondents in The Washington Post's Baghdad bureau offer on-the-ground reports as they cover the war in Iraq.
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Political headlines, Washington Post Radio interviews, and audio reports from Post reporters and bloggers. Hosted by washingtonpost.com's Ed O'Keefe.
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/p3podcast.xml
A weekly series by washingtonpost.com's Jennifer Crandall, featuring the musings and quirks of people from all walks of life.
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http://specials.washingtonpost.com/onbeing/feeds/
The Washington Post Tech Podcast: Get the download on the latest technology news and reviews from The Post's technology team on their weekly podcast, posted every Thursday.
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/posttechpodcast.xml
Washington Post's science reporters and editors take an indepth look the science behind global climate change.
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/postinthegreenhouse.xml
Ruth Marcus is an editorial writer for The Washington Post.
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Every other week, washingtonpost.com
Going Out Gurus Fritz Hahn, Rhome Anderson and David Malitz host an audio-enhanced version of their
Nightlife Agenda column, previewing concerts and events in the Washington, D.C. area.
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http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/mmedia/dcnightlife.xml