One thing has always been true about the people involved with Vocal: we love podcasts. We believe that they provide some of the most engaging, thought provoking, and entertaining audio and video content in the world.
The number one question we get from users after installation is, “what are some good podcasts?” We decided to put together a starter pack with what we think is a selection of great podcasts that are sure to get you hooked! No matter what you are interested in, you’re sure to find something that you will love.
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You can choose each feed individually below, or download the entire pack here. Just open Vocal and import the .opml file that you have downloaded.
Download The Starter Pack Subscription File
General
Serial
Serial tells a single non-fiction story week-by-week. The first season focuses on the circumstances surrounding the mysterious murder of a young girl in 1999.
The Morning Stream
A daily morning show that is just plain fun. Featuring hosts Scott Johnson and Brian Ibbott, TMS covers just about everything- technology, news, gossip, video games, and even fitness.
Bad Voltage
Bad Voltage, while having a technology and free culture slant, is a solid hour of hilarity each week. The episodes usually consist of debates, reviews, interviews, competitions, and more.
Still Untitled: The Adam Savage Project
Adam Savage, co-host of Mythbusters, and friends discuss topics related to making, science, technology, and culture. If you are a fan of Adam you will love this podcast.
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Audio Feed
Scam School
Learn stunning cons, swindles, and tricks to impress your friends and score free drinks at the bar.
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HD Video Feed
Interviews and Talkshows
The Nerdist Podcast
An interview show that features long, candid conversations each week from a different celebrity or geek icon. Hosted by Chris Hardwick (@midnight, Talking Dead).
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Foundation
Hosted by Kevin Rose, formerly of Diggnation, this show features interviews with the founders of some of your favorite tech startups.
Science, TECHNOLOGY, and Gaming
DLC
DLC brings you the latest in video games each week.
Star Talk Radio
This podcast, hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson, covers everything science related. Featuring live shows, interviews, in-depth discussion, and more.
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The Vergecast
The best weekly tech news show around.
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The Daily Tech News Show
Hosted by Tom Merritt, get headlines and discussion each day about the latest tech news.
Top Shelf
From The Verge, take a look at the tech that is shaping the future.
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HD Video Feed
News and Social Commentary
Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me!
NPR’s beloved weekly news quiz show.
The Bugle
This comedy show, hosted by John Oliver (of Last Week Tonight and Daily Show fame) and Andy Zaltzman, takes on the the hottest topics in international news.
Arts and Culinary
The Alton Browncast
The most captivating food-centered show in the world. Hosted by Alton Brown, who you might know from shows like Good Eats and Cutthroat Kitchen.
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Coverville
Coverville brings you covers of all your favorite songs, each and every week. Music fans are sure to love this podcast.
Film Riot
Whether you are interested in film-making, or just want to see what crazy skits the team comes up with each week, Film Riot will keep you both informed and entertained.
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HD Video Feed
The Ihnatko Almanac
A weekly discussion about the digital arts, including movies, music, books, comics, and more.
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