Rhonda Tipton’s WebLog

I am on the road about 2 hours a day, so when I am not rockin’ out to Breaking Benjamin or Staind, I am listening to podcasts. Below are the podcasts that I listen to and highly recommend (based on your interests).

Application Development
I am always wanting to learn more about application development because it is what I do everyday. There are several app development related podcasts out there. Some are better quality than others, but they all serve their purpose.

• .NET Rocks – Internet audio talkshow for .NET developers.
• HanselMinutes – Audio talk show that deals with utilities and tools, gives practical how-to advice, and discusses ASP.NET or Windows issues and workarounds.
• Herding Code – Audio talk show dealing with .NET related technologies.
• CodeCast – .NET podcast from EPS, the company who publishes CODE Magazine.
• Connected Show – A podcast on New Microsoft Technology for the developer community.
• Thirsty Developer – Audio talk show for developers.
• Deep Fried Bytes – Audio talk show for technologists and developers.
• Power Scripting Podcast – Podcast based around the PowerShell scripting language.
• StackOverFlow – Podcast geared toward best practices and methodologies.
• ASP.NET Podcast – This podcast is geared towards the .NET Framework and ASP.NET.
• Polymorphic Podcast – Object oriented development and best practices in .NET.
• Radio TFS – Podcast about everything Team System/Foundation Server.
• WebDev Radio – Web development discussion.
• Spaghetti Code – A podcast on .NET related topics.
• Java Posse – A podcast about all things Java.
• Frankly Speaking – A weekly update on the tech goings in the world with a special focus on Australia and Microsoft.

General Technology
There are several great Technology based radio shows out there that offer podcasts.  Below are some of my favorites.

• Mike Tech Show – Great podcast discussing all things tech.
• Podnutz – DIY computer repair podcast.
• RunAs Radio – Audio talkshow geared toward IT professionals.
• Command Line – Exploring the rough edges where Tech, Society and Public Policy meet. 
• GeekSpeak – Weekly radio show covering all things tech.

Productivity and Self Improvement
Productivity, organization and continual learning are important to me. I listen to the following podcasts religiously.

• Grammar Girl – Great tips for better writing.
• Get-It-Done Guy – Great productivity tips.
• Public Speaker – Great tips for improving your communication skills.
• Math Dude – Great tips to make math easier. — if it’s possible
• Digital Marketer – Great tips for building your business with web tools.

Entertainment
I watch too much TV, I admit. The following podcasts are dedicated to my two favorite shows.

• 10th Wonder Podcast – A podcast dedicated to the TV series Heroes.
• Fringe Podcast – A podcast dedicated to the TV series Fringe.
• Totally Rad Show – A podcast that covers the latest Movies, TV and Video games.
• The Lost Podcast with Jay and Jack – A podcast dedicated to the TV series Lost.

Health and Fitness
I am always looking for ways to become more health conscious. The following podcast has given me some good ideas.

• Fitness Rocks – Podcast geared toward different aspects of fitness and overall health.
• Nutrition Diva – Great tips for eating well.

Astronomy and Science
My love for the stars above is my reason for listening to Astronomy podcasts. Below are the best that I have found.

• Astronomy Cast – A weekly facts-based journey through the cosmos.
• Planetary Radio – Great weekly Astronomy podcast.

Humorous – Comedy
When I am in the mood for some humor, the following podcasts come through. NOTE: Neither podcast is for children as they contain EXPLICIT language.

• Mondays – This podcast is from the same group who does .NET Rocks. If you are easily offended, this podcast is NOT for you.
• DiggNation – Weekly podcast that goes over the most popular stories on the social bookmarking website digg.com.

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Podcasts are a good way to fill the time on a long drive to and from work everyday. Heck we may even learn something too.