Podcasts

A podcast is like a radio show you can listen to anytime. There are podcasts about science, stories, history, jokes, and more. You can listen on a phone, tablet, or computer. New episodes come out regularly, like TV shows.

How Podcasts Work

Podcasts are audio files shared on the internet. You can stream them or download them to listen later. Apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify help you find shows. You can subscribe to a podcast to get new episodes automatically. Most podcasts are completely free.

Making a Podcast

Anyone can make a podcast. You need a microphone and recording software. Many podcasters record from their homes. They edit the audio to make it sound good. Some kids even have their own podcasts about topics they love.

Fun Facts

• The word podcast comes from combining "iPod" and "broadcast."
• There are over 4 million podcasts available worldwide.
• The most popular podcasts have millions of listeners for each episode.

Did You Know?

Podcasts became popular around 2004 when Apple added them to iTunes. But people had been sharing audio files online since the early 2000s!