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Popular Podcasts for Rhode Island Seniors

Have you discovered the joy of listening to podcasts? While “podcast” may sound techy and maybe a little daunting, this form of audio media is actually surprisingly simple to enjoy and growing in popularity every year!

You can think of podcasts as a sort of radio programming on demand. With thousands of new episodes published each day, there’s really something for everyone.  Here’s a look at our top picks for Rhode Island seniors – several of them are made right here in the Ocean State.

Local News & Happenings

Rhode Island Report

This is a weekly podcast from the Boston Globe is short and sweet, generally under 20 minutes, and includes “interviews with newsmakers, perspective and analysis from Globe Rhode Island reporters, and intimate conversations with community members across the state.”

Rhode Island PBS Weekly

A more in-depth investigative news podcast that “explores the whole story and provides needed context” on politics, art, education, environment, and more.

Beyond News

Positive Aging with Patricia Raskin

This production from Rhode Island PBS features interviews and discussions on “longevity, wellness, medicine, lifestyle, technology, career and so much more, to help you live longer and better.”

The Perfect Scam

Hosted by fraud expert, independent journalist and author Bob Sullivan, this fascinating and helpful weekly AARP podcast tells the stories of people who find themselves the target of a scam, as well as  professional con artists and leading experts “who pull back the curtain on how scammers operate.”

TED Talks Daily

This podcast features talks on “thought-provoking ideas on every subject imaginable — from Artificial Intelligence to Zoology, and everything in between — given by the world’s leading thinkers and creators.”

Need More Ideas?

A few suggestions for finding the perfect podcast:

  • Start with something you already like or are interested in: search for podcasts from your favorite newspaper or magazine, your favorite TV series or sports team, your place of worship, etc.
  • Radio stations (public broadcasters in particular) often offer audio/podcast versions of their programs
  • Trivia and news quiz-style podcasts are lively and fun
  • Relaxation and meditation podcasts can help you unwind
  • Comedy and true crime are among the most popular genres of podcast

You can listen to podcasts on a computer or on a tablet or smartphone using the podcast’s website or a podcast app such as Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, etc.

The beauty of podcasts is that if you’re not enjoying an episode you can simply stop listening and find something else. Happy listening!

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