Interested in Podcasts? Give These a Listen

Three podcasts for new listeners

Alec Martin, Staff Writer

Over the last few years, podcasts have taken over car stereos and headphone sets all over the world. And for good reason to; from comedy to politics, podcasts offer a wide variety of entertainment for all listeners. For those of you who want to dive into the realm of podcasting, or just need something to listen to on your daily school commute, here are three podcasts that are worth a listen.

Invisibilia

A product of New York Public Radio and NPR, Invisibilia has taken the world by storm by offering a unique twist on reporting. Unlike most radio shows, Invisibilia combines storytelling with scientific and cultural reporting. Co-hosts Lulu Miller and Alix Spiegel do a great job of using their entertaining personalities to keep complex topics fun and easy to listen to. With the addition of a relaxing and casual soundtrack, Invisibilia represents the best of what podcasts have to offer.

 

The Adam Carolla Show

Often considered the king of podcasts, Adam Carolla somehow continues to keep his longstanding comedy podcast one of funniest out there. The Adam Carolla Show, which continues to be the #1 most downloaded podcast, uploads five times per week offering an almost endless stream of comedy content. Carolla’s rant style commentary on almost any topic gives this podcast a unique voice and sound. As one of the founding fathers of podcasting, The Adam Carolla Show is a must listen for comedy lovers.

 

Move The Sticks

When it comes to sports talk radio, nobody does it better than Daniel Jeremiah of the NFL Network. His success on television seems to have transferred seamlessly over to the world of podcasts as his show, Move The Sticks, has climbed the ranks of the most popular sports podcasts. Jeremiah, a former NFL scout, breaks down keys for success of NFL players and teams while analyzing the subtle nuances of the game. His ability to breakdown football games makes his show a great listen for hardcore and casual fans alike.