Leader: Podcasting over-hyped - WebWatch - Breaking Business and Technology News at silicon.com
The Richard Vobes Radio Show - vobes.com - is an example of why there is so much enthusiasm around podcasting.
The technology isn't new, so what? The increase in web use was helped by faster connection speeds, but was any of that new and revolutionary or small incremental steps? It's the content that's got everyone jumping and the fact that everyone can have a go - sure it's narrow casting, but if you happen to be into Peruvian architecture of the 18th century and there's a related podcast (a radio station for you) you'll be enthused. If there isn't one - you can make one.
Podcasting probably isn't going to change the world, but it might bring a smile to a few people's faces.
