One key point is the content quality. If the podcast has great information or engaging stories, it'll be reflected in reviews. For example, educational podcasts are praised for their accurate and useful knowledge. Another is the host's performance. A charismatic host can make a big difference. Also, production value matters. Good audio quality and lack of technical glitches are often mentioned in positive reviews.
Well, I know of a podcast that focused on science fiction stories. In the reviews, many listeners praised the vivid descriptions. They said it was like they were actually in the fictional universes. For example, one person wrote that they could almost see the alien landscapes described. Also, there was a history podcast. Reviewers liked that it presented historical events in a new and engaging way, not just dry facts but with great storytelling.
There are several factors. Firstly, the content should be engaging yet not too exciting to keep you awake. Soft background music can enhance the mood. The pacing of the story, not too fast or slow, is also important. For example, a podcast that tells a simple fairy - tale with a gentle rhythm in the narration would be great. And the language used should be easy to understand so that you can drift off to sleep while listening.
It's not too complicated. You can start by identifying relevant podcast segments that match the theme or mood of your story. Then, find a seamless way to incorporate them, maybe as background audio or as part of a character's listening experience.
It depends. Sometimes podcasts labeled as 'true story' might have elements of dramatization or interpretation. So, it's not always a straightforward yes or no.
I'm not sure. Maybe it takes inspiration from true incidents and then builds a story around them. But without clear information from the source, it's difficult to determine if it's completely true.