Audio resources

I guess you probably know this but here it goes anyway.

It's always been a big problem to me finding english audio resources. Everybody knows that's a very good practice when you're trying to master this language. I tried really hard seeking for audio archives; radio programmes, speeches, movie samples, etc. But I wasn't able to get any long lasting or 'real' language product. Most of the stuff available, I thought, was basic material for english learners. Anyway, I've found a 'new' tool which can be used for absolutely everyone and what's really far more important is GRATIS.

The BBC, the ABC and the NPR have released quite recently a new audio project. It's called podcasting. Along with it you can get mp3 downloads for free. They are basically english radio programmes; documentaries, talkshows, movie revies, etc. I hope you all appreciate this as I do. Let's hope it lasts forever

These are the links you MUST check out in order to get to know this better:

BBC at http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio/downloadtrial/index.shtml#programmes

ABC at http://abc.net.au/rn/podcast/default.htm

NPR at http://www.npr.org/podcasts/