EEWeb Forum seems to be a lively and growing space for electronics discussion on a range of topics from batteries to IC packaging, with LaTeX typesetting abilities!!
Linux Outlaws is a highly recommended oggcast (like a pod cast but more free) with a "laid back feel". Discussion is usually fairly focused on Linux, Open Source and Free (as in freedom) software.
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The Amp Hour Electronics podcast. EEVBlog An Australian electronic engineer with opinions. Hack a Day a daily dose of awesome projects. Make blog Maker blog posts from the net.