Podlet

A podlet is a small digital media file that can be embedded into one or more podcasts for playback on personal computers or protable media players.

Podlets are typically only 15-30 seconds in length and can contain any type of information. Examples of podlets maybe short jokes, trivia questions, games, user feedback/comments or short Q&A sessions for the entertainment of podcast listeners.

The podcast host (ie: podcaster) inserts choosen podlets into his/her podcast. The goal is to provide an enhanced user experiance to the listening audience. The usage of podlets can make a podcast more attractive and encourage and provide interaction with listeners.

Furthermore, authors podlets can be easily created and distributed for podcasters without having to maintain and update a podcast on a regular basis. Listeners may have just one funny idea or comment, and have this comment inserted into multiple podcasts at the same time. Podlets are not limited to only audio media, and may be used to distribute small videos as well to a wide range of podcasters.