Sometimes, you just need a break from staring at your phone screen. And now, there are moreoptions than ever to choose from, with celebs like Anna Faris, GwynethPaltrow and Harry Potter’s Evanna Lynch fronting podcasts that deal with anything from relationship woes and living well, to being vegan. In Singapore, a growing number of independent podcasters are also creating great content. All you have to do is download, and plug in.
Sometimes, you just need a break from staring at your phone screen. And now, there are moreoptions than ever to choose from, with celebs like Anna Faris, GwynethPaltrow and Harry Potter’s Evanna Lynch fronting podcasts that deal with anything from relationship woes and living well, to being vegan. In Singapore, a growing number of independent podcasters are also creating great content. All you have to do is download, and plug in.
"Unlike books, podcasts let you stay informed while you enjoy the view."
Podcast host Davelle Lee used to read on the train during her commute, but found it hard to concentrate when the train got crowded. “It was easier to just plug in,” she says, adding that podcasts take her mind off monotonous tasks like laundry or washing the dishes. Tryswopping out music for a podcast on your next run. It’ll make it less painful.
Podcasts are like Netflix – on-demand, and you consume only what you want. And unlike radio, which plays more generic content to suit most palates, podcasts delve deep into specific topics. “Choosing a podcast is a lot more deliberate and intimate,” says Davelle. It helps that we’re spoilt for choice now, with podcasts available on platforms like iTunes, Soundcloud, and most recently, Spotify.
If you’re the sort who enjoys hearing different points of view, podcasts are your jam. Many of them feel like you’re listening in on an intimate convo between friends, and it’s likely you’ll learn something new along the way. For Jon Wang, one of four co-hosts on local socio-political podcast Longkang Kitties, a discussion is always important. “We never have a conclusion or a point that we can all agree on. I’m more conservative in my views – I want to bring that across in a podcast, and do it in such a way that doesn’t turn people off right away,” he explains.
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Fariqqin Anuar of Do Not Clique updates his podcast’s Instagram page to interact with listeners on a regular basis. Be consistent with posting new podcast episodes to build a following. Host podcasts on iTunes and Soundcloud for free.
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