How to listen to podcasts
This is a guide for those of you that want to listen to podcasts but don’t know where to begin. If you want a great way to learn new things, listen to podcasts. It will not only help you unwind, but it will also help you to develop as a person. Do you want to learn how to incorporate podcasts in your life? In this post, I’ll answer the most common questions that I receive as a podcast listener.
What Android podcast app should I use?
We might be a little bit biased, but we do recommend you to use our app Podcast Guru. It’s very easy to start with, doesn’t require you to create a login and is completely free. When you learn the basics, you can try out the smart functions to make your experience even more enjoyable. You can download Podcast Guru from Google Play!
What podcasts should I start with?
Here are some of my recommendations for podcast beginner, they are easy to listen to and highly addictive.
- The Daily from The New York Times – the latest news every weekday
- RISE podcast from Rachel Hollis – a podcast focusing on career development
- This American Life – stories centered around different themes each week
- Almost 30 from Krista Williams and Lindsey Simcik – a truly unfiltered podcast about personal growth
How do you have time for podcasts?
Listening to podcasts does not have to be time-consuming. You can combine most daily activities with listening. I, for example, like to listen while cooking, traveling, working out and doing laundry. Instead of just killing time, listen to podcasts and stay entertained.
How do you stay focused?
It can take a while to get used to paying attention to what you are listening to. I remember having to go back 10 seconds, over and over again, because I simply lost my focus. With time, I got used to listening to podcasts and now the attention is automatically there. Until then, Podcast Guru’s 10-second rewind button is easily accessible.
How can I listen to podcasts that are more varied?
There are so many podcasts out there for you to enjoy at different times and moods. Use the Discover mode in Podcast Guru to find new ones. Another great tip for making your podcast experience more varied is to listen with speakers instead of earphones. Connect your Android phone to your home speakers and listen more freely, alone or with others.
Start to listen to podcasts today!
They say that it takes 21 days to create a new habit. Start today and you will have a habit of listening to podcasts within three weeks. Download Podcast Guru, pick some podcasts, add them to “My Podcasts” and enjoy!