Monday, April 7, 2008

Thing #19 - Podcasts

Okay, I admit I've been a slacker for the last two weeks, but it's down to the wire so I need to get these last 5 things done.

I like the idea of "radio shows" for the iTunes age. As I blog, I have the Musicheads podcast from MPR's The Current playing in the background. I'm always cruising for new music and most radio stations just don't stray off the beaten path anymore. This is definitely a podcast that I will be listening to regularly.

After trying out the suggested podcast directories, right now I don't have a favorite. However, Podcast Alley bothered me with the items in their 5 Featured Products list. I also didn't like that Yahoo! defaulted to music tracks. I think that the Educational Podcast Directory would be a good starting spot for students and staff wanting to explore podcasts as possible classroom and research tools.

While commiserating with others about our boring meeting later today, I had a brilliant thought for a podcast. Now to see if I actually carry through with it!

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