Podcasts

I have been aware of podcasts for some time and remember watching James Valentine on Mosman Library's podcast. The ability to offer patrons the opportunity to see talks such as that at a later date, either to review or see what they have missed, seems like a great use for podcasts in libraries.
The story-reading in the American library podcasts would be particularly handy for kids on long car-trips, or good for those who wish to read along with their favourite books.
I don't think my brain is quite with it this morning, as I keep getting excited about links that turn out not to be podcasts. For example, on the ABC there was a link about Edna Walling which was great, but not a podcast. The same thing happened with a lifestyle & money link, where I somehow ended up clicking on an RSS feed link. Maybe I need coffee.
Finally, I have subscribed to a podcast from the ABC - The Great Train Show. The subject option seems a bit broad in category. I don't yet understand whether it is actually necessary to subscribe to the podcast to get to listen to just one, but this is the best I could do for now. This is only an audio podcast. These could be good for long trips where you cannot get the radio stations you like when on holiday - and have the time to catch up on what you have missed.