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non_interview_podcast_formats:
- format: Monologue
description: Solo host shares insights, commentary, or reflections.
example:
title: "The Marvel Monologues"
host_type: "Solo"
genre: "Pop culture / Personal commentary"
rss: "https://podnews.net/podcast/iqalt" # Source: Podnews
- format: Storytelling
description: Narrative-driven episodes, often featuring real or fictional stories.
example:
title: "The Moth"
host_type: "Live storytellers"
genre: "True stories / Personal narratives"
rss: "https://themoth.org/story-library/podcast" # Source: The Moth official site
- format: Repurposed Content
description: Audio adaptations of existing material like lectures or performances.
example:
title: "TED Talks Daily"
host_type: "Various speakers"
genre: "Educational / Thought leadership"
rss: "https://www.ted.com/podcasts" # Source: TED Podcasts directory
- format: Bite-Sized
description: Short episodes designed for quick consumption.
example:
title: "Make Your Damn Bed"
host_type: "Solo"
genre: "Motivational / Daily habits"
rss: "https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/make-your-damn-bed" # Source: Acast feed
- format: Co-Host Conversation
description: Two or more hosts discuss topics without external guests.
example:
title: "My Favorite Murder"
host_type: "Dual hosts"
genre: "True crime / Comedy"
rss: "https://www.myfavoritemurder.com/episodes" # Source: Official site
Newsletter Examples
| Podcast Format | Podcast Example | Newsletter Equivalent | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monologue | The Marvel Monologues | Austin Kleon’s Newsletter | Personal reflections, creative process, and cultural commentary |
| Storytelling | The Moth | Narratively | Narrative-driven, real-life stories from everyday voices |
| Repurposed Content | TED Talks Daily | TED Newsletter | Digestible insights from global thought leaders, adapted from live talks |
| Bite-Sized | Make Your Damn Bed | James Clear’s 3-2-1 Newsletter | Short motivational bursts with structured format (3 ideas, 2 quotes, 1 Q) |
| Co-Host Conversation | My Favorite Murder | CrimeReads Weekly Digest | Curated true crime stories with commentary and cultural analysis |
References
https://www.apnews.com/2145232ff7da469892fe57edd51cf42d
https://apnews.com/tag/Software
https://apnews.com/tag/Education
https://www.apnews.com/tag/Dataprivacy
https://www.apnews.com/tag/Smartphones