I know I am late to the party on this, but I just really started listening to podcasts. And I am addicted! There are so many out there, and they are usually the perfect length - not too long, not too short. I usually listen to a few a day now, while I am bopping around the house, cleaning or playing with Wyatt.
My brother has been trying forever to get me to listen to podcasts, and I am glad that I finally took his advice!
My listening list:
Lore: A slightly spooky podcast, it delves into true historical events, that have a darker side. Host and writer Aaron Mahnke does a fabulous job with his research.
Stuff Mom Never Told You: So I am completely in love with this podcast! I could listen all day but I don't want to binge listen and run out. Some of my favorite episodes: Anthropology of Pie, Knitting, The Gilmore Girls (of course), and Unicorn Legends. Not just for women, these are fun and informative.
You Must Remember This: A great podcast for the fan of the silver screen and old Hollywood. Shares tales of the forgotten stories of old Hollywood. My brother suggested starting with the Manson episodes and they were phenomenal.
Stuff You Missed in History Class: In the same family as Stuff your mom. These are fascinating little snippets of history.
I also started watching a few podcasts from Stefanie over at Wooly Cakes and Wooden Spoons. She is an amazing knitter and very soft spoken. Wyatt actually calms down when I play these - she just has one of those soothing voices. I know this is not the purpose of her posts, but I guess in our house serve a dual purpose - I learn while Wyatt gets sleepy.
If you haven't tried out podcasts but have been toying with the idea, I highly recommend these! Also, I am open to suggestions. I would love to hear what you are listening to!
I've only just dipped my toes into the world of podcasts recently. I've started listening to The West Wing Weekly, which is about one of my favorite TV series ever (beaten only by Gilmore Girls). I usually listen while I'm taking my little guy for a walk. They're just the right length, and so funny. I'll have to try out some other podcasts, too!
ReplyDeleteI wonder if it is the new SAHM gig we are doing that has led to podcasts? Listening on a walk is a good idea!
DeleteI actually have never watched West Wing, and I was thinking about starting it. I have always heard good things.
Aw, you are so sweet to mention me. I used to podcast but got a little tired of it. I had way too much on my plate and it was hard to juggle writing a blog, life, knitting, and that. Audio podcasts are great as I love being able to multi-task. Glad you have some down time and Wyatt is happily playing alongside you.
ReplyDeleteThat is a lot on your plate! We watched two - one you had a mug that looked like it was knitted! It was pretty cool, I showed one on etsy to my mother-in-law, who is a potter.
DeleteI've only listened to a few podcasts but I do like them. I've listened to some gaming and some bookish ones. I'd like to try a few others... Super Serials is one I've enjoyed, they talk about old books like Nancy Drew, stuff like that. They're pretty snarky so they're fun. And I listened to a few episodes of Welcome to Night Vale- THAT one is weird but I guess that's the draw.
ReplyDeleteOddly, I haven't listened to any of the book ones. Super Serials sounds cool - I will have to check that out. I have heard about Night Vale! I didn't know what it was about though. I like weird, I will probably add that to the rotation too!
DeleteChris loves podcasts and listens all day at work. I prefer music if I'm listening to things, but he swears that I would love them.
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