No date has ever been mentioned but I wouldn't hold your breath for it. If you are able to download the Blackberry news app you can add the rss feeds to that.
Pitty is, that after trying the security wipe and letting the OS reinstall and choosing US as country of origin it's still a no go for the podcast program. It's a shame, 'cause I really was looking forward to this... Ohwell, the PB has enough other things to offer for me.