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What is Podcasting?
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Podcasting is the method of distributing multimedia files, such as audio programs or music videos, over the Internet using either the RSS or Atom syndication formats, for playback on mobile devices and personal computers. The term podcast, like 'radio', can mean both the content and the method of delivery. The host or author of a podcast is often called a podcaster. Podcasters' web sites may also offer direct download or streaming of their files; a podcast however is distinguished by its ability to be downloaded automatically using software capable of reading RSS or Atom feeds.

Usually a podcast features one type of 'show', with new episodes released either sporadically or at planned intervals such as daily or weekly. In addition, there are podcast networks that feature multiple shows on the same feed.

Podcasting's essence is about creating content (audio or video) for an audience that wants to listen or watch when they want, where they want, and how they want.

The Assumption College Office of Public Affairs will be recording podcasts in addition to most of our news stories so that you can listen to the news on your own time instead of reading it, but we certainly encourage you to do whatever works best for you!

You can also download RSS software for free and subscribe to both the text and audio versions of our news. Both podcasts and RSS news feeds can be downloaded automatically on your personal computer, cell phones, or Personal Digital Assistants.

Instructions on how to Set Up iTunes to Subscribe to Our Podcasts!

  1. Visit http://www.apple.com/itunes/download/ and download the FREE iTunes software from Apple and there are versions for both Windows or Macintosh computers.

    Screenshot of iTunes web site

  2. After you have installed the iTunes software visit the Assumption College home page and click on "Subscribe to our news Podcasts here!" as you can see in the graphic below.

    Screenshot of the AC home page podcast subscription link

  3. Your iTunes software will automatically start (if it's not running already). It will download one story for you and give you the options to download the rest of the stories. You can download previous stories by clicking on the "Get" buttons as you can see in the screen shot below next to the stories:

    Screen shot of iTunes

  4. Depending on how you have your iTunes software set up, stories will be download automatically for you in your iTunes software as they are added to the home page! You can then easily synch iTunes to your iPod ** and listen to Assumption College news at your office or home computer, or when you're jogging at the Plourde Recreation Center!
  5. You must start your iTunes software each day to get the updates!



    ** Our Podcasts are standard MP3 format so you can use other Podcast aggregate software and any MP3 player.