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What is a Podcast?
The word "Podcast" is the combination of the words "iPod", Apple's popular portable music player, and "broadcast".
Podcasts are audio programs available on the Internet that you can download and play on your computer or portable
media/MP3 player. You can subscribe to a podcast and automatically receive new episodes/editions by using "Podcatching"
software such as Apple's iTunes. Podcatching software also makes it easier to transfer the Podcast to your MP3 player.
Do I need an iPod to listen to Podcasts?
No. You can listen to podcasts on any device that plays MP3 files, including your computer.
What topics are covered in the "Making Healthcare Work" Podcasts?
The "Making Healthcare Work" podcast series will discuss topics geared to make you better informed about healthcare
services and how to use them.
What software do I need?
On many websites, you can listen to a podcast by simply clicking on the appropriate link. To subscribe to a podcast
and automatically receive new, updated podcasts as they are made available, you must use "podcatching" software such
as Apple iTunes or
Odeo.
How do I add the "Making Healthcare Work" podcast feed to my podcatching software?
Your podcatching software will have a button or menu selection titled "Add new feed?" or "Subscribe to Podcast?" or
something similar. To add the "Making Healthcare Work" podcast, simply paste the following address into the appropriate space:
http://www.horizon-bcbsnj.com/podcast/rss.xml
When completed, your podcatching software will automatically check for and download new "Making Healthcare Work"
podcasts as they become available. If you have any trouble doing so, refer to your podcatching software help files.
Does Horizon charge for its podcasts?
No. The "Making Healthcare Work" podcast is free.
Why doesn't my podcatching software/mp3 player/mobile device work?
Please consult your software or hardware help files for troubleshooting assistance.
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