gPodder is a minimalist, cross-platform podcast client. Unlike other, larger alternatives, gPodder does not provide a podcast player and library manager. It simply downloads new episodes from a list of subscriptions, then allows the user to manage the rest of the process. The gPodder manual located in the documentation menu provides a guide to everyday use that covers subscribing to new podcasts,...

Readers who regularly listen to podcasts may be looking for new ways to stream, download, and organize their podcasts. There are a number of programs that can help, such as Castro and Pocket Casts. Overcast, however, is one of the best. Besides being completely free (no ads, no subscription), the service makes streaming or downloading your favorite podcasts from anywhere on the web easy, and it...