Podcast

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Definition

A serialized digital audio or video program distributed via the internet, typically episodic and available for on-demand listening or viewing. Named as a blend of 'iPod' and 'broadcast'.

Example Usage

I listen to my favorite true crime podcast during my morning commute.

Origin

Coined around 2004, combining 'iPod' (Apple's portable media player) with 'broadcast,' though podcasts work on any device.

Fun Fact

Serial, a true crime podcast that debuted in 2014, was so popular it reignited interest in a real cold case and spawned a cultural phenomenon.

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