Podcasts
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.

Great list! I’ve added some of these podcasts into Podder’s list of hard-coded podcasts, so that new users can start up Podder for the first time and start listening to them.
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Glad I could help.
You’d probably like The Command Line podcast too.
I would add Parleys, very good as screencasts repository:
http://www.parleys.com/display/PARLEYS/Home
http://gfrison.com
For Health & Fitness I like:
• http://thefitcast.com – This is a panel of about 3 people. Each expert’s in their own field. The exercise advice is very cutting edge.
• http://beyonddietpodcast.com – This one is done by Houston Nutritionist, Keith Klein. He is very good and has a lot of experience working with athletes.
For
entertainment I like This
American Life