Podcasting the tea scene
There are several tea blogs like martea.com floating around cyberspace. However, there are only a handful of podcasts that talk about tea. If you are new to podcasting, podcasts are audio files typically streamed or served in mp3 format. Most podcasts allow subscribers to download the audio files (mp3s) to the listener’s computer for free. The listener can play the podcast on their computer or transfer the podcast to any mp3 player like an iPod or multi-media mobile phone.
What I like about podcasts and blogs is the fact that they appeal to my tea hobby and my interest in technology. I found a “teacast” last year using Apple’s iTunes software called the “Tea Lover’s Room Teacast.” The “teacast” is hosted by Stephanie from Sacramento California. She describes the podcast as an audio podcast show about tea, tea customs, and traditions. For anyone that wants to learn more about tea, and you are technically capable of listening to podcasts, I recommend Stephanie’s podcast. You can listen to all the past episodes to get caught up with the evolution of the podcast. I’ve noticed lately that the podcast is not as frequently produced as it was last year. Keep in mind, most of us that blog and podcast do this in our spare time around our busy lives. Stephanie’s website now includes the Tea Lover’s Boutique, which sells tea and related products. Her efforts deserve a look.
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