What Is A Podcast?
Podcasting is a form of audio broadcasting on the internet. The reason it became linked with the iPod in name was because people downloaded podcasts (audio shows) to listen to on their iPods. However you don't have to listen to podcasts only on iPods; you can use your computer with some music software such as Windows built-in media player.

What Do I Need?
First and foremost a Podcast is an MP3 file and all you need to play is an MP3 player. With the help of software such as iTunes or Quicktime or Windows Media Player - You are already able to listen to a Podcast. You only need an iPod or other Mobile MP3 Player if you want to listen to a podcast while you are working out, driving to work or taking the dog for a walk....