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What was a key reason people listened to podcasts during the pandemic?

• They wanted to learn a new language quickly.
• Podcasts made them feel connected when they were alone.
• The government recommended listening to podcasts.
• Podcasts were free and easy to access.
• They had no other form of entertainment available.

Why do podcasts feel more personal than traditional radio?

• They are broadcasted live without any editing.
• They have a formal structure with strict rules.
• They are longer, casual, and filled with inside jokes.
• They only focus on serious news topics.
• They have background music to make them more emotional.

What term was used by sociologists to describe the feeling of knowing someone through media?

• Social interaction
• Virtual reality
• Parasocial interaction
• Digital bonding
• Indirect conversation

What did BBC Sounds report in late 2021?

• Podcasts had become less popular.
• The number of listeners increased significantly.
• More people preferred reading instead of listening.
• Fewer people used technology during the pandemic.
• People stopped using radio services completely.

Why do people enjoy niche podcasts?

• They help listeners find people with similar interests.
• They only focus on one topic for a short time.
• They are created by famous celebrities.
• They follow strict broadcasting rules.
• They are shorter than other types of podcasts.

Why can listeners feel like podcasts are 'real conversations'?

• They have no strict schedules or interruptions.
• They are recorded with a live audience.
• They are played at specific times on the radio.
• They have special effects that make them sound real.
• They are made by professional news reporters.

Which feature makes podcasts different from radio?

• They have more advertisements.
• They can be paused and replayed anytime.
• They are always recorded live.
• They focus on one topic for less than five minutes.
• They have the same audience every time.

What type of topics can podcasts cover?

• Only history and science
• Anything from crime stories to hobbies
• Only educational content for students
• Mostly weather and traffic reports
• Only news and politics

How did The Guardian describe podcasts during lockdown?

• As a way for people to improve memory
• As a substitute for books and movies
• As a source of comfort and companionship
• As an outdated form of media
• As a new trend that didn’t last long

What is one possible concern about listening to podcasts too much?

• They can replace real human connections.
• They make people forget how to read.
• They are only useful for certain age groups.
• They don’t provide any useful information.
• They are too difficult for most people to understand.