"A Browne" wrote in message
news

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.


You do realize that most people do not count on broadcast radio for this
information? Many in tornado prone areas, as well as hurricane or flood
prone ones, use NOAA weather receivers for alerts (some counties and
municipalities in Tornado Alley mandate their use!). Most of the rest use
television.

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.