I’ve been listening to podcasts for well over a decade and in that time there’s been some absolute classics. If you’re new to podcasts, it can be intimidating to look at a highly recommended show and see an episode list a mile long. It’s tempting to either skip to the latest episode or avoid an older show entirely. But there’s value in checking out some of the pioneers and their back catalogue, and seeing what all the fuss is about. Here’s three that any newcomer should download. (read more)