If I had a Nickel for Every Podcast I listen to.
These days, quality entertainment is hard to come by, especially while not breaking the bank...
As far as TV is concerned, I don't have a TV hooked up in my office (because my office is where I work and where I create). What stinks is that my little household only watches 4 channels, and three of those are in the "premium" category, so we are debating on why it would be acceptable to pay over $120 a month to watch four channels, 2-3 hours a night (tops), maybe 3 days out of the week.
I've considered Hulu Plus, but at this time they don't have all the shows I enjoy.
I listen to a lot of radio, and an AWFUL LOT of Podcasts.
I've become a bit of an eccentric snob regarding podcasts, I only like certain topics, and I can't stand podcasts with poor or unregulated sound quality. It's hard work to develop a decent podcast...
As far as TV is concerned, I don't have a TV hooked up in my office (because my office is where I work and where I create). What stinks is that my little household only watches 4 channels, and three of those are in the "premium" category, so we are debating on why it would be acceptable to pay over $120 a month to watch four channels, 2-3 hours a night (tops), maybe 3 days out of the week.
I've considered Hulu Plus, but at this time they don't have all the shows I enjoy.
I listen to a lot of radio, and an AWFUL LOT of Podcasts.
Since my job is home based, I don't interact with people every day, so I am constantly listening to the radio and podcasts since Bender is not a great conversationalist. Audio podcasts don't distract (like video podcasts, tv, online shows), so I can keep focused on my job, or the next row of my crochet project.
Most of the Podcasts I listen to are free, run by a wide range of individuals out of their home-constructed sound studios or even from their computer room (with some clever sound proofing and acoustic room arrangement)...And all of them could use a Donation or two to help keep up the costs (space to store the podcasts on the intarwebs is expensive), as well as the time it takes to develop quality content. Every couple of months, I try to provide a donation to a randomly selected podcast out of my favorites. I wish I could afford to donate and support every podcast I like, but there's definitely other ways I can support some of these guys. This is my internet word of mouth recommendation, lol.
Here's a couple of podcasts I'd like to throw a shout out too, and deserve a listen/subscription:
(NOTE: All of the links below will take you to the website/blog/home page of the podcast, since not everyone has iTunes installed or wishes to use iTunes. Luckily, every one of these podcasters has their stuff together, and it should be fairly simple for you to access and download their shows).
1. Stitch-It Podcast: I Love Meghan... The Stitch-It Podcast is a podcast about Knitting, Spinning (for yarn), establishing your own little Homestead, and little insights into her daily life. Meghan has had a tumultuous year (much like me) so I relate to her on many levels. I may not be a kick-butt yarn spinner (yet), but I totally enjoy her segments on hand-spinning, yarn, DIY, gardening, knitting, and just her outlook on life. She's got a couple of interesting transitions in life coming up, and I think everyone (even non-knitters) should listen to her.
2. Mysterious Universe: An extremely high quality audio podcast about the Paranormal. Ben & Aaron deliver a weekly podcast about recent Paranormal news, with a wide range of topics, supporting media (news articles, blogs, video). This is a very high tech podcast, and I think Ben's previous work history in the entertainment industry adds a very sophisticated touch to the interviews, music "bumps" (transition between audio segments), and presentation that I don't find anymore in current popular Paranormal talk shows. Mysterious Universe also has a "Paid subscription" which provides additional content, which is a primary way you can contribute to them. Alternately, you may purchase some of the music used in their show through iTunes. I like the Paranormal, and it is a treat to hear this podcast weekly.
3. KnittingCents: This is a newer podcast, and the audio on it is fairly good (for a new podcast). If Roue wasn't doing what she is doing, I'd be doing her podcast. As stated on her blog "I'm a knitter and spinner on a budget!" ...The content is excellent, as I'm dating the original CheapGeek. This podcaster works hard for the money, or rather, to save money! Unfortunately, she's got some flack early on for some of her ideas, but, honestly, the key to being thrifty and spending wisely includes thinking out of the box and sometimes getting dirty (or staying dirty, lol). Roue is creative with the content, and a balanced mix of domestic arts & thriftiness! She's got a great open blog, and invites readers/listeners to suggest and share ideas focusing around saving money and getting creative with their crafts.
4. The HP Lovecraft Literary Podcast: It's hard to find a high quality audio podcast about any of the literature I enjoy. Despite some of the negatives about HP Lovecraft, I have found that I have a lot in common with the author, plus I've always loved some of his lesser known works (you know, stuff that doesn't involve Cthulu?). Chad and Chris take a modern approach to HP Lovecraft, and perfectly capture a mix of analyzing/discussing the text, and providing a casual look into the background behind the author and story. The podcast is both educational, and entertaining. Kick back, throw some headphones on, listen, learn, and laugh, but make sure you leave a night light on (to ward off the Creeping Chaos, of course).
5. Stuff You Missed In History Class/Stuff Mom Never Told You/Stuff You Should Know: All of these podcasts are provided by HowStuffWorks.com. Though I don't always dig the OP-ED type position taken on certain topics (and I'm sure I'm the minority), the content of all these short, educational podcasts are entertaning.
6. The USELESS Information Podcast: This podcast is presented by the entrepreneur and author Steve Silverman . I love history, and old stuff. Mr. Silverman, a teacher (isn't that awesome? a teacher educating and entertaining me). This captivating podcast provides tidbits, shorts stories, and background for unusual history from America's past. Steve Silverman has researched little known facts or forgotten history, and winds it up into a bi-monthly podcast, complete with intriguing Trivia questions, plus old-timey commercials/advertising! This is a podcast I try to recommend to everyone, and I also think would be a great addition for self-education/supplemental education for older children. PS: I think his books would be a great gift for any Trivia Lover (or me)!
Wow, after listing all these, not everything I listen to/entertain myself with is craft related. It's a wide range of entertainment, so I'm very sure something on this list will apply to any person. Anyways, since I know the only thing everyone does every day ISN'T waiting for my next blog post, check these podcasts out, relax to some free entertainment!
Here's a couple of podcasts I'd like to throw a shout out too, and deserve a listen/subscription:
(NOTE: All of the links below will take you to the website/blog/home page of the podcast, since not everyone has iTunes installed or wishes to use iTunes. Luckily, every one of these podcasters has their stuff together, and it should be fairly simple for you to access and download their shows).
1. Stitch-It Podcast: I Love Meghan... The Stitch-It Podcast is a podcast about Knitting, Spinning (for yarn), establishing your own little Homestead, and little insights into her daily life. Meghan has had a tumultuous year (much like me) so I relate to her on many levels. I may not be a kick-butt yarn spinner (yet), but I totally enjoy her segments on hand-spinning, yarn, DIY, gardening, knitting, and just her outlook on life. She's got a couple of interesting transitions in life coming up, and I think everyone (even non-knitters) should listen to her.
2. Mysterious Universe: An extremely high quality audio podcast about the Paranormal. Ben & Aaron deliver a weekly podcast about recent Paranormal news, with a wide range of topics, supporting media (news articles, blogs, video). This is a very high tech podcast, and I think Ben's previous work history in the entertainment industry adds a very sophisticated touch to the interviews, music "bumps" (transition between audio segments), and presentation that I don't find anymore in current popular Paranormal talk shows. Mysterious Universe also has a "Paid subscription" which provides additional content, which is a primary way you can contribute to them. Alternately, you may purchase some of the music used in their show through iTunes. I like the Paranormal, and it is a treat to hear this podcast weekly.
3. KnittingCents: This is a newer podcast, and the audio on it is fairly good (for a new podcast). If Roue wasn't doing what she is doing, I'd be doing her podcast. As stated on her blog "I'm a knitter and spinner on a budget!" ...The content is excellent, as I'm dating the original CheapGeek. This podcaster works hard for the money, or rather, to save money! Unfortunately, she's got some flack early on for some of her ideas, but, honestly, the key to being thrifty and spending wisely includes thinking out of the box and sometimes getting dirty (or staying dirty, lol). Roue is creative with the content, and a balanced mix of domestic arts & thriftiness! She's got a great open blog, and invites readers/listeners to suggest and share ideas focusing around saving money and getting creative with their crafts.
4. The HP Lovecraft Literary Podcast: It's hard to find a high quality audio podcast about any of the literature I enjoy. Despite some of the negatives about HP Lovecraft, I have found that I have a lot in common with the author, plus I've always loved some of his lesser known works (you know, stuff that doesn't involve Cthulu?). Chad and Chris take a modern approach to HP Lovecraft, and perfectly capture a mix of analyzing/discussing the text, and providing a casual look into the background behind the author and story. The podcast is both educational, and entertaining. Kick back, throw some headphones on, listen, learn, and laugh, but make sure you leave a night light on (to ward off the Creeping Chaos, of course).
5. Stuff You Missed In History Class/Stuff Mom Never Told You/Stuff You Should Know: All of these podcasts are provided by HowStuffWorks.com. Though I don't always dig the OP-ED type position taken on certain topics (and I'm sure I'm the minority), the content of all these short, educational podcasts are entertaning.
6. The USELESS Information Podcast: This podcast is presented by the entrepreneur and author Steve Silverman . I love history, and old stuff. Mr. Silverman, a teacher (isn't that awesome? a teacher educating and entertaining me). This captivating podcast provides tidbits, shorts stories, and background for unusual history from America's past. Steve Silverman has researched little known facts or forgotten history, and winds it up into a bi-monthly podcast, complete with intriguing Trivia questions, plus old-timey commercials/advertising! This is a podcast I try to recommend to everyone, and I also think would be a great addition for self-education/supplemental education for older children. PS: I think his books would be a great gift for any Trivia Lover (or me)!
Wow, after listing all these, not everything I listen to/entertain myself with is craft related. It's a wide range of entertainment, so I'm very sure something on this list will apply to any person. Anyways, since I know the only thing everyone does every day ISN'T waiting for my next blog post, check these podcasts out, relax to some free entertainment!
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