What you will need to have to start:

1. A MacBook or MacBook Pro laptop OR any laptop with a webcam and mic built in
2. The Skype Program on your computer

What if I don't have one of these three things?

1. Well, without having a mobile device like a laptop, it defeats the purpose of mobile learning. You could still use your desktop to use these programs, but it would not be in the spirit of "mobile learning".
2. If you don't have Skype already installed, you can download it from their official site here. Follow the simple instructions to download and install the Skype program on to your laptop.

Downloading, Installing, and Using Skype
Check out this video by Derek Sallis via YouTube video demonstration tutorial

What you will need to get started

1. A MacBook or MacBook Pro laptop or PC laptop
2. iTunes software 

What if I don't have one of these?
1. The only way you can get access to a podcast to download in the first place is with a computer. You'll need one.
2. You can get the free iTunes download if your computer doesn't already have it at the Apple website here.
Learn about educational podcasts!
This YouTube video is a well done tutorial on how to navigate the iTunes store on your computer to access podcasts, which are free! In particular, he will show you how to access and download educational podcasts.