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What is a Podcast and how do I subscribe?

A podcast is rich media, such as audio or video, distributed via RSS (Really Simple Syndication), and provides updates whenever there is new content. You can listen to the files on your computer or load them on your media player.

To get started, all you need is a web-based podcaster, such as the ones listed below. You will then add the content feed to the podcaster by copying and pasting the provided URL into the software. The software will automatically check for updates and download the files to your computer.

• iTunes (Windows / OS X)
• Juice (Windows / OS X / Linux)
• iPodder (Windows / OS X / Linux)
  • This Week from Washington
    This Week from Washington

    Every Monday, America.gov presents highlights of its recent coverage of U.S. foreign policy, society and values.

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  • America.gov Issues Update
    America.gov Issues Update

    America.gov presents the U.S. perspective on specific issues with international implications.

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  • November 28

    This Week from Washington

    November 28

    This podcast edition looks at the progress in building Afghanistan's army and police force and talks about the meaning of Thanksgiving. Transcript

  • November 21

    This Week from Washington

    November 21

    This podcast edition of “This Week from Washington” examines the status of military forces in Iraq and the work of writers in the advancement of freedom. Transcript

  • November 14

    This Week from Washington

    November 14

    This podcast edition discusses the recent meeting between President Bush and President-elect Obama and the meeting of the Group of 20 to discuss the global financial markets. Transcript

  • The American judicial system

    America.gov Issues Update

    The American judicial system

    America.gov presents our conversation with retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. Transcript

  • Future of U.S. Diplomacy in the Americas

    America.gov Issues Update

    Future of U.S. Diplomacy in the Americas

    This podcast focuses on policy goals, achievements in the Americas. Transcript

  • Advisers and the U.S. Presidency

    America.gov Issues Update

    Advisers and the U.S. Presidency

    This America.gov podcast discusses political appointments, lobbyists and federal workers. Transcript