Podcast FAQs

What is a podcast?
A podcast is like a radio programme that you can download online. RA Podcasts are MP3 files. They are produced as a series of episodes and you can download episodes individually or subscribe to the series.

The RA produces two podcast series: The Royal Academy of Arts Podcast (current exhibitions and news) and The Royal Academy of Arts Events Podcast (highlights of the RA's programme of art and architecture events).

Does it cost anything?
No. RA Podcasts are free.

Do I need an iPod to listen to a podcast?
No. You can listen to a podcast on your computer. Once you've downloaded it to your computer, you can also choose to put it on a personal audio player like an iPod or another device.

How do I listen to a podcast?
You can download individual episodes directly from our website or you can subscribe to the full series. If you subscribe you will be notified when new episodes are available and you will have the option to download past episodes as well.

How do I subscribe to a podcast?
To subscribe to a podcast, you will need to have installed special podcast software. iTunes is easy to use and can be downloaded for free by clicking here . You can also use other podcast software like Google Reader , or My Yahoo .

If you are using iTunes, you can click on the links below to go straight to the RA podcast pages in iTunes:

Royal Academy of Arts Podcast in iTunes
Royal Academy of Arts Events Podcast in iTunes

Alternatively, if you use other podcast software, please follow these instructions:

Royal Academy of Arts Podcast
Right-click on this link , select 'Copy Link Location' and paste it into your podcast software.

Royal Academy of Arts Events Podcast
Paste this link into your podcast software: http://feeds.royalacademy.org.uk/royalacademyevents

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