It follows the likes of Apple and Spotify, who have both made large investments to draw in podcast creators.
Also, podcasts will sync across all of these platforms, so you can listen to one on your morning commute via your smartphone, then get home in the evening and ask Alexa to continue playing.
The service has launched with over 70,000 podcasts, including existing popular shows like Crime Junkie, Radiolab, and Stuff You Should Know.
The service will also expand with original content, with podcasts hosted by big names like Will Smith, DJ Khaled, and Becky G.
