I agree. I actually think it's the reverse - the rise of podcasts signals the end of the decades-long fad of 3 minute soundbite discussions via talking heads on

I agree. I actually think it's the reverse - the rise of podcasts signals the end of the decades-long fad of 3 minute soundbite discussions via talking heads on primetime news outlets. Regardless of political persuasion, people just want to hear long form in-depth discussion, and podcasts are well suited for that.