Musings.

I've been listening to a lot of podcasts over the past few days, especially Cast On by Brenda Dayne. I've come to realise I really like her style, her voice is melodic and perfect for podcasting and what she has to say is actually interesting and I also like her choice in music.

I've been on the hunt for others and came across Stash and Burn, I wasn't overly impressed. I don't know, maybe I just listened to a bad episode as there are quite a lot of people who rave about it but sorry to say, it just didn't appeal to me.

Lime & Violet was another I listened to, this one is very upbeat and loud. Sounds like those women are definitely having a lot of fun. I've only listened to the one episode so far, so I'm not sure if it's one I'll continue to listen to.

Another one that didn't really 'speak' to me was Knit Picks, I'm not sure why, I think it was because it was a little dry.

I've found a few others I'm going to give a go, they do seem to do the trick, as I have been working on my knitting and I'm finding I'm not nearly as distracted when listening to my iPod as I was when I didn't have one. I'm not finding excuses to put down my knitting and walk about, talk to other people just potter, you know.

Today I've worked seven rows of my mystery shawl without really realising how much I was getting done as normally I'd only do four rows. So that's a good side effect of listening, also means I don't have to listen to whatever crap my husband has decided to watch on the TV and that's a really good thing.

It's great that so many people have decided to create podcasts, to be brave enough to put yourself out there is something that should definitely be applauded. I guess it's a case of finding a 'voice' so too speak. A style and format that works for the podcaster, then to actually be able to put a show together that may possibly last an hour and it not be stale and boring is a feat I admire.

Would I ever want to create a podcast myself, no, I don't think I would. Don't get me wrong, the idea did cross my mind for about a nano second. But I know how boring my voice is and how stiff I'd sound to the listener, not to mention I'm not even sure I'd ever find enough material to put an hour's show together. Also, that in my heart of hearts, I know that I'm essentially a lazy person and will find any and all reasons to procrastinate. This is why I wouldn't make a very good home worker, there would always be something to take me away from my actual paid work.

So, to all you podcasters out there, stay safe and keep casting as we, your listeners, appreciate all the hard work you put into your shows, thank you.