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What is Podcasting?

Podcasting makes an audio file, typically an MP3 file, available online for downloading via an automatic "feed." You can then hear the podcast whenever you want from your computer or a portable media player.

What do I need to hear podcasts?

The first thing you need is podcast subscription software. Your options include the latest version of Apple's iTunes (which has the software built in), or other services such as Odeo or iPodder, to manage your podcast subscriptions. At this point, you will already be able to listen to podcast audio from your computer (provided your computer has a sound card and can play MP3 audio files). If you want to make your podcasts portable, you will need to transfer them from your computer to a portable media device.

Can I listen to podcasts without installing any additional software?

Yes, simply click on the listen now icon next to the episode and the audio file will begin playing with Windows Media Player or other MP3 software.

How do I subscribe to a Podcast?

To subscribe to a podcast listed in the directory, click on its name to view a brief description and subscription instructions.

You may subscribe to many podcasts by clicking the buttons for popular tools like iTunes and My Yahoo!

If you don't see a button for your preferred tool, simply highlight the URL in the box next to the orange [POD] icon. Right-click this link (or Control-click in MacOS) and select "Copy" or "Copy Shortcut." You may then paste the link into your podcasting software. In iTunes you can find this option under the "Advanced" menu as "Subscribe to podcast."

I subscribed to a podcast. Why don't I hear anything?

First, be sure that you have audio player software; then, verify that the correct audio file was downloaded to your computer. You may need to modify the update settings in your podcasting software to ensure that this process occurs automatically. Next, check the update times in the description to make sure that a new edition has been posted.

Can I burn CD's from The Vine Times Podcasts?

Yes, you may burn CDs containing Vine Cast Podcasts for your personal, non-commercial use only. See our terms of use.

Can I post Vine Cast Podcasts on my Web site or share them with others?

You may post links to Vine Cast podcasts or share links to Vine Cast podcasts with your friends, as long as the linking does not (a) suggest that The Vine Times promotes or endorses any third party's causes, ideas, Web sites, products or services, or (b) use The Vine Times content for inappropriate commercial purposes. However, you may not display or distribute the audio files themselves without The Vine Times' prior written permission. See our terms of use.

Can I link to Vine Cast Podcast from my website or blog?

Yes, as long as the linking does not (a) suggest that The Vine Times promotes or endorses any third party's causes, ideas, Web sites, products or services, or (b) use The Vine Times content for inappropriate commercial purposes. See our terms of use.

Why do Vine Cast Podcasts have corporate sponsors?

Vine Cast podcasts are free for you to use, but expensive to produce and serve. To help support The Vine Times podcasts, The Vine Times has acceptend corporate sponsorships to help offset production and delivery costs.

How do I inquire about Vine Cast sponsorship?

Sponsorship packages and commitment levels vary, and they can be customized. Learn how The Vine Timescan help your company effectively communicate its brand message to an audience of hard-to-reach key demographics. For more information please contact editor at the vine times .com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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