On-ear headphones from JVC that are nimble and easy to use. These could work equally well for music and podcasts.
From Amazon
JVC HA-S160-B-E FLATS Lightweight Headphones - Black
Discount Discs
JVC Flats Foldable Style Headphones - Red HA-S160-R-EF
Robert Dyas
JVC Flats Foldable Style Stereo Headphones - Black