New to Podcasting?
What is a podcast?
A podcast is
an audio program that you download and listen to on your computer or a portable
device such as an MP3 player or an iPod. You can subscribe to a podcast by
downloading "podcatching" software also known as a podcast reader or
aggregator.
Although the term "podcast" combines the words "iPod"
and "broadcast," it does not require an Apple iPod.
Subscribing to a podcast is like choosing a program you enjoy,
and downloading the content for each episode. With a podcast you can "tune
in" and listen anytime.
How can I listen to a Podcast?
You can click on the "listen now" button to listen to our podcasts
directly from our site, or you can choose to download our podcasts automatically
by subscribing (free of charge).
To subscribe to a podcast there are a few steps:
- First, you need to install a piece of software (a "Podcatcher")
onto your computer. Sometimes, this software comes with an MP3 player. Otherwise,
you can download it for free.
- There are many "podcatching" software programs available.
Two popular programs include:
More options are available, see the Open
Directory information on Podcasts for more details.
Then, you copy and paste the Web address of the feed into that software. The
Podcatcher runs without interrupting your ability to use your computer, checking
the feeds of any Podcasts you have subscribed to. When the Podcatcher detects
new content, it automatically downloads the material to your computer or MP3
player.
The URL or "feed" for BPHC podcasts is:
http://www.bphc.org/bphc/media/rss/bostonhealthclickfeed.xml
Note:
- If you use iPodder: Select Tools, Add a Feed and
paste the URL from your clipboard.
- If you use iTunes: Select Advanced, Subscribe to
Podcast and paste the URL from your clipboard.
*Much of this information comes from
Gov. Deval Patrick's Podcast page at Mass.gov
(used with permission).
