Monday, June 16, 2008

RAI Podcasts

RAI (Italy's public service broadcaster) operates three radio channels that are available on iTunes: Radio1, Radio2 and Radio3. Enter "Rai" into iTunes search box for a complete list of all RAI programs available for free download.

Radio1 is mainly programs dedicated to sports and news, including the popular Radio Anch'io, a daily talkshow of current events: Italy's "Talk of the Nation," if you will. For calcio news, Radio Anch'io Sport has live commentary on Italian team matches.

Radio2 is the "adult contemporary" channel specializing in talkshows and popular music. Popular programs include Il ruggito del coniglio, Alle otto della sera, and Condor.

Radio3 is the "classical" channel which focuses on the cultural sphere: classical and avantgarde music (including live concerts), drama, literature, history, philosophy, religion and mythology. Popular programs include Il terzo anello -- ad alta voce and La barcaccia.

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