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In a world that thrives off of connection by way of social media and web-based interactions, college students shared how podcasts present a enjoyable and different technique to be taught new info whereas connecting with like-minded individuals. Dave Winer and Adam Curry have been the primary to coin the time period “podcast” in 2004, in line with Dear Media, a significant podcast community.

Since then, companies and influencers alike now depend on podcasts as a income in addition to a technique to join with their viewers, in line with Dear Media. From tactical recommendation to information, sports activities, well being and life-style, college students stated they’re receiving their every day dose of knowledge from numerous podcast exhibits.

“[Podcasts] are a great talking point, and they’re a really great way to mindlessly learn something — or if you’re ever feeling lonely or bored, it’s a fun way to make yourself laugh depending on the podcast,” senior Katie Price stated.

Price stated she has included podcasts into her every day morning routine to assist begin her day on a optimistic notice. Her favourite podcasts embody a mixture of each sports activities and faith-based exhibits.

Let God” is a Christian-oriented podcast hosted by Wanipa, Ayanfe and Mary-Hannah — three culturally numerous girls sharing their distinctive experiences as Christians. Their discussions vary from scripture and relationship recommendation to extra controversial topics equivalent to colorism in the church, Christianity as a “white man’s religion” and mental health.

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The featured cowl artwork for “Let God,” a faith-based podcast hosted by Wanipa, Ayanfe and Mary-Hannah. The first episode was recorded in 2020 and offered a quick introduction of every of the hosts. Photo courtesy of Let God Podcast

Price stated two of her favourite episodes embody “I Aspire to be a Lady of Leisure” and “Guilt, Shame, Forgiveness, and Freedom.” She additionally defined how listening to podcasts offers her a lift of inspiration throughout her exercises.

“Part of why I mostly listen to Christian podcasts in the morning is because it’s a way for me to have my personal quiet time alone with the Lord while also getting to move my body,” Price stated.

As a sports activities fanatic, Price stated she can also be an avid listener of the present, “Snacks,” hosted by Sam Mewis and Lynn Williams. As members of the National Women’s Soccer League, Price stated they provide perception into the aggressive world of ladies’s sports activities.

Through conversations with skilled feminine athletes, their episodes cowl every little thing from the most effective elements of sports activities and overcoming hardships to how they achieved their rank as skilled athletes, in line with Just Women’s Sports.

The cover art for "Snacks" invites listeners to grab a snack and settle in for their sports-oriented discussions. Episodes include topics such as the emotional aspects of The Olympics and recovering from injury as a professional-ranked athlete. Photo courtesy of Snacks Podcast

The cowl artwork for “Snacks” invitations listeners to seize a snack and settle in for his or her sports-oriented discussions. Episodes embody matters such because the emotional points of The Olympics and recovering from harm as a professional-ranked athlete. Photo courtesy of Snacks Podcast

Price stated podcasts function wonderful dialog starters and temper boosters. She stated they’re a technique to rapidly be taught a number of knowledge on particular matters. In a world the place sports have been beforehand seen as a male-dominated discipline, Price stated “Snacks” offers a strong voice for feminine athletes.

“It’s really cool getting to hear such inspiring women and being empowered by other women, especially just because women’s sports have not always been looked up to,” Price stated.

Junior Emma Krehbiel stated she is drawn to a mix of well being, wellness and life-style podcasts, together with “The Ed Mylett Show” and “The Skinny Confidential.” As a psychology main, Krehbiel loves studying about well being tips and listening to about how others have overcome struggles and found their passions.

“Sometimes it’s nice to hear a person talking about their experience or thoughts on something rather than just reading it on Google,” Krehbiel stated.

“The Ed Mylett Show” is hosted by entrepreneur, efficiency coach and writer Ed Mylett. His podcast episodes function interviews with a few of the world’s most elite professionals specializing in sports activities, enterprise and well being. Featured friends embody the Starbucks President Howard Behar, life coach and writer Jay Shetty and enterprise strategist Tony Robbins, in line with Mylett’s website.

Ed Mylett is a distinguished author, keynote speaker and performance coach. Previous episodes have included titles such as "The Pathway to Fulfillment," "Knock Down the Wall Between You and Your Dream" and "My #1 Key to Happiness." Photo courtesy of The Ed Mylett Show

Ed Mylett is a distinguished writer, keynote speaker and efficiency coach. Previous episodes have included titles equivalent to “The Pathway to Fulfillment,” “Knock Down the Wall Between You and Your Dream” and “My #1 Key to Happiness.” Photo courtesy of The Ed Mylett Show

Krehbiel stated “The Ed Mylett Show” helped her develop an intentional morning routine throughout quarantine with aware practices, equivalent to studying her Bible and hydrating very first thing within the morning.

“The Skinny Confidential,” co-hosted by Michael Bosstick and Lauryn Evarts, is a life-style podcast, that includes enjoyable and tactical life recommendation. From magnificence and wellness to tips on relationships and enterprise, Krehbiel stated this present is a one-stop store for these keen on beginning an organization from the bottom up or creating more healthy mindsets.

Podcast hosts Michael Bosstick and Lauryn Evarts are the owners of two successful businesses, "The Skinny Confidential" and "Dear Media Podcast Network." Evarts founded "The Skinny Confidential" while obtaining her bachelor&squot;s degree at San Diego State University in TV broadcasting. Photo courtesy of The Skinny Confidential

Podcast hosts Michael Bosstick and Lauryn Evarts are the homeowners of two profitable companies, “The Skinny Confidential” and “Dear Media Podcast Network.” Evarts based “The Skinny Confidential” whereas acquiring her bachelor’s diploma at San Diego State University in TV broadcasting. Photo courtesy of The Skinny Confidential

Krehbiel stated she is drawn to the present’s emphasis on the connection between thoughts and physique and cultivating a wholesome microbiome by way of holistic practices. She additionally stated she admires that TSC combines her two pursuits of well being and psychology in lots of episodes.

The accessibility of podcast exhibits on common streaming platforms equivalent to Spotify and Apple Music connects communities cross-culturally whereas delving into particular matters of curiosity, in line with Forbes. Podcasts not solely present a number of worthwhile info however supply a supply of connection for people across the globe.

“Whatever you’re interested in, I feel like there’s always a podcast or other people who have done that or have tips,” Krehbiel stated.

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