

If you’re overwhelmed by all of the options, think about your favorite TV shows, books and movies and search for podcasts that cover similar subject matter. My partner is a podcast completionist and always listens to the entire back catalog when he finds a new one, but that level of commitment is up to you. Once you’re on board, subscribe so you can keep up-to-date. Whenever I find one that piques my interest, I always listen to an episode or two before subscribing, sort of like watching the premiere of a new TV show before committing to the whole season. That’s a great place to start, especially if you already have a sense of what types of podcasts and subjects interest you. No matter which podcast app you choose, you can use its recommendations section to find new podcasts that match your interests. You can also upload your own audio to Overcast’s servers when you subscribe, if you want to try your hand at podcasting yourself. It also offers voice boosting, playback speed control, and silence trimming, plus the ability to remove ads if you pay $10 a year to subscribe. Never miss an episode with automatic notifications, and keep your phone storage in check with an auto-delete feature. Those of you who made a mixtape for every situation in high school will love this clean and super-functional app that lets you sort your podcasts into playlists.
