Politikast

Politikast is a term used in media to designate a podcast or broadcast series that centers on politics. It encompasses analysis, debates, interviews, explainer segments, and listener questions, with the aim of explaining policy decisions and political developments for a general audience.

Format typically includes episodes that run from 20 to 60 minutes and are released on a regular schedule, such as weekly or biweekly. A politikast program usually features a host and guests drawn from journalism, academia, or politics. The style favors clear presentation, use of sources, and, when possible, balanced discussion and fact-checking.

The concept emerged with the rise of podcasting in the 2000s and 2010s, and the term is used by several publishers as a generic label for their political podcast series rather than a single program. Some politikast formats include live broadcasts or on-demand streams that cover current events as well as longer-term policy issues.

Impact and reception of politikast vary by production. Proponents credit the format with increasing accessibility to political information and opportunities for civic engagement. Critics may point to potential biases depending on hosts and guests and the selection of topics. Many producers provide transcripts, show notes, and accessibility features to reach a broader audience.

See also: political podcast, podcasting, political journalism, media literacy.