Besides, all those things do have access to news/sports/etc./ad inf.
There
are thousands of free podcasts available online for anyone who wants to
download them.

Find me the podcast that is going to tell you that dangerous thunderstorms
are going to move into the area withint he next 2 hours.

FInd me the podcast that is going to tell you that a hurrican just changed
direction and will hit land soon.

Find me the podcast that tells you that a major road is closed due to
flooding.