The Google Play store is a very competitive marketplace. Great applications are being submitted daily, and it can be pretty confusing when selecting the right app for you. When it comes to Podcasting there are some great apps available, as well as some not so great apps. We here at the IAIB have created a list of our top 5 Podcasts apps for 2013. Check them out, and let us know what you think.

1. Stitcher Radio - Not only can you listen to your favorite Podcasts on demand, but you can also listen to your favorite terrestrial and internet radio stations as well. Another unique feature is the ability to create smart list, ,and Stitcher can give you personalized recommendations based on your listening preferences.

Price FREE

Google Play Link: Stitcher Radio – News & Talk

2. Pocket Cast - Stay up to date with all the latest podcasts with one easy to use app. Simply add your favourite podcasts, and you'll be able to stream or download new episodes as they become available. Come for the instant refresh, stay for the push notifications when new episodes become available. Airplay it to your TV, bluetooth it in your car, play it through your headphones. Any way you mix it, Pocket Casts is ready

Price $2.99

Google Play Link: Pocket Casts

3. DogCatcher - Dogcatcher is been around for awhile now and was one of the first podcasting applications I tried out on Android. This solid application allows you to find, manage, and play your podcasts. You can also manage your podcasts and RSS/news feeds with the first Podcatcher in the Google Market.

Price 4.99

Google Play Link: DoggCatcher Podcast Player

4. BeyondPod - Much like many other Podcaster apps, BeyondPod allows you to read RSS feeds, download, listen and watch podcasts directly on your phone. You can subscribe to RSS/Atom feeds, download, listen or watch podcasts directly on your device as well. Google Reader integration, flexible download scheduler and much more. You can download the “Lite” version for free and give it a test drive.

Price Lite Version Free / Full Version $6.99

Google Play Link: BeyondPod Lite / BeyondPod Full

5.DoubleTwist - DoubleTwist is a great Podcast app that allows you to sync your music and podcasts between iTunes and Android. DoubleTwist Player is a free download and there is a choice of in-app upgrades for premium features such as AirSync and podcast management. Alternatively, you can upgrade to doubleTwist Pro and get the three premium features bundled together at a discount.

Price Standard Version Free / Pro Version $9.99

Google Play Link: DoubleTwist

Bonus App

Tunein Radio - TuneIn lets you listen to the world’s radio with music, sports, news, talk, and comedy streaming from every continent. Enjoy 70,000 live radio stations and 2 million podcasts, concerts or shows on your Android phone or tablet. You can also download Tunein for free or download the pro version for 99 cents.

Price - Free / Pro $0.99

Google Play Link: Tunein / Pro Verison