In a brief essay, explain what podcasts are, how they provide a long-tail alternative to broadcasting, and discuss what kind of programming can be found in podcasts.

What will be an ideal response?

Podcasts are downloadable MP3 audio programs that can be listened to on a computer or MP3 player. They got their name from people listening to them on Apple iPods. Podcasts are produced by everyone from Big Media to independent fans and producers. They can contain music, talk, comedy, or any other type of programming.

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A cultural group within a larger culture is referred to as a ________

A) trans-culture B) bi-culture C) semi-culture D) co-culture

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When Cameron assumes that Annie will be a more nurturing parent than he, he is stereotyping her on the basis of her

a. occupation. b. race. c. gender role. d. personality

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