Podcasts have been in trend for a while; even tech experts have used podcasts to share their knowledge. This article will help you discover what a podcast is and which are the top 5 Drupal Podcasts to follow this year.

What is a podcast?

Wikipedia describes a Podcast as an episodic series of digital audio that can be downloaded on a personal device for listening. They are an audio program that covers topics ranging from TV shows to politics, just like Talk Radio, except this is only available on the internet, and you need to subscribe to this channel. 

Most of us would agree that podcasts are the streaming age’s answer to radio, but they are entirely different from radio shows as the shackles of traditional radio formats do not bind them. They vary in length, time frequency, and formats. A podcast can be hosted by an individual, organization, comedians, storytellers, or even radio channels. They don’t require any specific training; if you have an opinion and want to reach an audience, you can do it through a podcast.

Just like a podcast doesn’t follow a specific pattern or format, there is no specific time for listening to them. You can be sitting in any corner of the world and listen to it at a time that is feasible for you, be it while driving, reading, or before you go to bed. Unlike a radio show, they don’t disappear; they stay available on the internet to access at your convenience.

A podcast can cover anything from something as simple as music to something as complicated as technology. They are not bound to any specific industry or topic. Even something as complex as software is covered in podcasts.

We have podcasts on Drupal, an open-source web content management system. They cover new developments, modules, news, and more. Let’s find out the top 5 Drupal podcasts.

Top 5 Drupal Podcasts

1. Talking Drupal

Talking Drupal is a weekly conversation about and around Drupal development. It was started by Stephen Cross, Jason, John Picozzi, and Nic Lafin in May 2013. It was a conversion of a ‘3/6Drupaly’ book club members into podcast participants. Talking Drupal was also part of the New England Drupal Camp (NED Camp).

Talking Drupal - https://www.talkingdrupal.com

2. Lullabot Podcast

The Lullabot team has been hosting Drupal podcasts since August 2018. They cover topics like Drupal strategy, design and development, and open source through news updates, interviews, and tips. Lullabot also has another show called “Behind the Screens” hosted by Chris “KeyboardCowBoy” Albrecht, where he talks to the members of the Drupal community to learn about what’s going on in the land of open source.

Lullabot Podcast - https://www.lullabot.com/podcasts

3. DrupalEasy Podcast

DrupalEasy Podcast started in 2009, is a weekly podcast that reviews new developments and announcements in the Drupal community. The show hosts Andrew Riley, Anna Kalata, Kelley Curry, Michael Anello, Ryan Price, and Ted Bowman add their experience to enlighten and inform Drupal hobbyists worldwide. They have had regular appearances and interactions with notable Drupal community contributors. They conduct interviews, mention picks of the weeks and update with recent news in the Drupal community.

DrupalEasy Podcast - https://www.drupaleasy.com/podcast

4. Open Sauce

Open Sauce by Acquia is a podcast by James and Tom started in August 2021. They are available both as Podcasts and videos on Anchor and Youtube, respectively. They try to demystify some digital technologies that help offer a better digital experience and improve other business technology.

Open Sauce Podcast - https://anchor.fm/opensauce

5. Modules Unraveled Podcast

Modules Unraveled was launched in 2012 by Brian Lewis; it showcases conversations between him and people Drupal experts. The podcast focuses on topics ranging from website audits and workflow initiatives to Drupal 8 port and protection against spam.

Modules Unraveled Podcast - http://modulesunraveled.com/podcast

These are some of the top podcasts to help you stay on top of all the Drupal developments. They will also help you use expert advice to improve your website and ensure it is always up-to-date.

Which of these podcasts do you hear, and how have they helped you stay on top of your game?

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