The Best Podcast Networks of 2012

Update: I forgot to mention the FrogPants network of Scott Johnson. I listen to the Morning Stream, The Final Score, Film Sack, and a whole lot of other audio content.

It is that time of the year again where I talk about all the awesome podcasts that I consume. This time I will tell you all about podcasts networks and not just individual shows. So without further ado here are the best podcast networks of 2012.

1. 70Decibels
A great set of tech podcasters led by Myke Hurley. My favorite podcast in the network is Home Work, a podcast about people who work from home. The host of Home Work, Aaron Mahnke and Dave Caolo share productivity tips and sometimes the challenges they face as home workers.

Aside from that, I find the shows Generational and Bionic to be interesting. Myke Hurley is a good host who knows how to let his co-host talk but can also take over the conversation if he needs to.

2. 5by5.tv
Dan Benjamin's podcast network where two of my favorite shows, Hypercritical and Build & Analyze just ended. With that in mind what shows can I look forward in the network now? There is still the Incomparable and Mac Power Users (even if I don't own a Mac).

3. The Geekbox
Last but not the least is the Geekbox Network. I listen to all their shows! I listen to the flagship show, the Geekbox. I also listen albeit sparingly to the Comedy Button, Good Job Brain, and the Comics Conspiracy.

And before I forget, let's not forget about Ryan Scott's frenemies, Rebel FM, the only general gaming podcast I listen to.

That's all the podcast and podcast networks I listen to for the year of 2012. Hope you find something you like in here.

PS: No Agenda is in a different league here since it is the best podcast in the universe.

My Top Five Best Podcast List for 2011

Here again is my semi-annual, semi-regular top podcast list. This list is highly subjected and is based on my own enjoyment of the shows. The podcasts I will list may not be the best of its kind but they are my favorites nonetheless. Some of these podcasts you might have heard of, but maybe there are some that you might not know yet or might want to try.

Here goes:

1. No Agenda
My favorite podcast this year is definitely, No Agenda, with Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak. This podcast is a media assassination extravanganza where the two hosts will open your eyes to all the BS of the mainstream media. This is the most worthwhile podcast if you want to learn about the world around you and how media manipulates information for their own benefit. This must be the most anti-establishment duo I have ever heard before and I love them for it. Oh, by the way, I'm still a douchebag (inside joke from the show), hope this helps get me a little karma.

2. Coverville
If you are hungry for great music, you must listen to Coverville. Brian Ibbott is a great host and an even better curator of covers from all around the world. At Coverville, you will hear great covers of famous or not so famous songs. All in all, great music and an auditory treat.

3. Chillcast
Another great music podcast from Mevio. Incidentally, Adam Curry of No Agenda is the founder and president of Mevio - or was before he quit his job and started hitting people in the mouth full-time. Chillcast is a great podcast to unwind to after a day's work or just for chillin' in general. Anjibee, the hostess, is just soothing to the ears, and she really knows what she's talking about when it comes to music.

4. Hypothetical Help
Sott Johnson is fast becoming a podcast master with his Frog Pants Studio network. Hypothetical help is just one of his great offerings. The premise of the podcast is basically a fake advice show. The host, Scott and Turpster dishes out some sage wisdom for anyone brave enough to send an audio question to them. Turpster is the funniest podcasting dude on the net, he should get more podcast work, really. If you have a problem or anything you want help with, ask Hypothetical help and you will get the best advice - or just laugh at how Turpster rips your humanity apart.

5. Geeknights
Rym and Scott, the alpha geeks of the Interwebs are still at it twice a week to give geek entertainment of the highest level. If you are into comic books, manga, anime, linux, programming, and any geekery you can think of, then you have to check this show out. Rym and Scott can be insightful and in depth at times, but more importantly, they are always hilarious during heated debates.

That's it, my top five favorite podcast list for 2011. Hope you get something out of this post. If not, oh well.

My top 10 favorite podcasts

I've been there since the start of podcasting.  Even before I had an MP3 player I would listen to podcasts from my PC.  I actually stopped watching TV because I only watch or listen to podcasts all day.  Over the years I have my share of podcast hit and misses.  Here's a list of my most favorite podcasts in the net.

1.    TWIT 
2.    Buzz Out Loud
3.    Digital Life TV
4.    PCgamer Podcast
5.    Geeknights
6.    Game theory
7.    Comicology
8.    East meets West
9.    Net at Nite
10.  MP3 insider

Do you have your own favorite podcast?  Please share it with us if it's any good.