podcast

American  

[pod-kast, ‑-kahst] / ˈpɒdˌkæst, ‑ˌkɑst /

noun

1. a digital audio or video file or recording, usually part of a themed series, that can be downloaded from a website to a media player or computer.

   Download or subscribe to daily, one-hour podcasts of our radio show.

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verb (used with or without object)

1. to record and upload as a podcast.

   He podcasts once a week on various topics.

   She podcasts her lectures.

podcast British  

/ ˈpɒdˌkɑːst /

noun

1. an audio file similar to a radio broadcast, which can be downloaded and listened to on a computer, mp3 player, mobile phone, etc

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verb

1. (intr) to create such files and make them available for downloading

2. (tr) to make (music, interviews, etc) available using this format

Other Word Forms

• podcaster noun
• podcasting noun

Etymology

Origin of podcast

First recorded in 2000-05; iPod + (broad)cast

Example Sentences

"Behind the scenes, TikTok is likely working hard to assure advertisers it will remain business as normal," says Jasmine Enberg, co-CEO of Scalable, a media company and podcast focused on the creator economy.

From BBC

An analyst projects Spotify’s gross margin to grow by 80 to 100 basis points annually for four years, citing leverage over royalty payments, flat podcasting costs, and rising advertising revenue.

From Barron's

The emergence of cable, podcasts and streaming audio and video platforms — none of which are subjected to FCC restrictions in terms of content — have greatly diminished traditional broadcast media’s dominance in the marketplace.

From Los Angeles Times

As he turned to walk out of the locker room, James pointed to his hoodie that was printed with the name of his wife Savannah’s podcast.

From Los Angeles Times

He told the Mislaibeled podcast External link last year that “at the end of the day, life’s pretty good.”

From Barron's