Best Hamradio Podcasts (2024)

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HRWB 210 - Flex Radio 8400 / 8600 New Product Announcement 37:54

18m ago37:54

37:54

This is a special edition featuring Mike Walker, VA3MW from Flex Radio, telling us all about the newly announced Flex 8400 / 8600 radios. Mike is at Hamvention 2024 and took a few minutes out of his busy schedule to tell us all about the new radios.By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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Episode 502 Louis Hammer 4Z5OT 1:17:26

1d ago1:17:26

1:17:26

Louis Hammer, 4Z5OT, is a good friend here in Israel and has taken outdoor and park operations to a new level. Faced with antenna challenges and inflexible neighbors at home, operating events, like lighthouses on the air, and other portable operations has opened new opportunities for Louis to be active, gain better operating experience, and to be r…

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HRWB 208 - Modern MultiMeters with Dr. Doug Millar K6JEY 2:49:39

2h ago2:49:39

2:49:39

In this episode we have our good friend, Dr. Doug Millar, K6JEY, join us to talk about multi meters, what they do and buying recommendations. Every ham radio operator or DIY electronics fan needs a good multi meter. But should you spend $20 or $200 on a meter and what's the difference? Doug explains it all.…

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Episode 501 Ron Hranac N0IVN 1:05:24

1d ago1:05:24

1:05:24

Ron Hranac, N0IVN, is not only a long time ham radio operator but a 50 year pioneer in the cable television industry, author of hundreds of articles and presentations for the Society of Cable Television Engineers. We discuss the crossover of amateur radio and cable television technology, interference to amateur radio from leakage, and the potential…

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Episode 500 Hiroki Kato AH6CY 1:14:39

1d ago1:14:39

1:14:39

Hiroki Kato, AH6CY, was born and raised in Hiroshima, Japan, 20 miles from the epicenter of the atomic bomb blast in August 1945 that killed approximately 100,000 Japanese. Hiroki was fascinated with radio as a youngster and was first licensed in Japan. After moving to the USA, Hiroki continued to pursue amateur radio and began to research and coll…

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HRWB 207 - Coaxial Stub Filters and Portable Operating with Daniel WV1T 2:27:19

6d ago2:27:19

2:27:19

In this episode we meet Daniel Winn, WV1T, a very active portable ham radio opertor. Daniel was searching for a way to filter out strong local signals when operating in the field and he started building stub tuned filters with coaxial cable. This simple and cost effective approach is a great way to build notch filters that can significantly reduce …

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Episode 499 Chris Rutkowski NW6V 1:42:52

10d ago1:42:52

1:42:52

Chris Rutkowski, NW6V, had the best radio elmer and teacher for life in his father, a career Navy radio officer, who taught life·s lessons and the proper way to handle a CW key with methods that challenge the current conventions. Chris shares this historBy Eric Guth 4Z1UG: Online Amateur Radio Operator, Entrepreneur, and Blogger

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331 - SRU109: FDMA and TDMA for beginners 14:30

15d ago14:30

14:30

Digital modes, like P25, NXDN, DMR and others will use FDMA, TDMA, or both allow multiple transmissions to share a single frequency at the same time. FDMA or Frequency Division Multiple Access divides a current carrier frequency into multiple parts, allowing for multiple users to operate on the same time on the same frequency. TDMA or Time Division…

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Episode 498 Glam Ham NW6S 1:18:54

29d ago1:18:54

1:18:54

Glam Ham, Natalie, NW6S, is a lot of things including actress, comedian, writer for both film and television, painter, and now an amateur radio operator. The awareness of amateur radio came to Natalie almost naturally and has become and enjoyable sideline in her life. As Glam Ham on TikTok, she has amassed almost one-hundred thousand subscribers wh…

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HRWB 206 - Operating from Challenging Locations with Dr. Charles Powell NK8O 2:27:19

25d ago2:27:19

2:27:19

In this episode we meet our good friend, Dr. Charles Powell, NK8O. Charles is medical doctor specializing in neonatal infant care. In addition to his professional accomplishments as a doctor, musician, and head of a medical non-profit organization, Charles is an avid portable radio operator and has logged many thousands of contacts from all over th…

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330 - SRU108: FM and NFM - Bandwidth is King 15:05

21d ago15:05

15:05

Do you program your scanner with FM or FM Narrowband? 🤔 Find out why the right choice matters in our latest Scanner Radio University episode. ==================================== 🛒 Check out our new Merch! ==================================== Squelchy opened his own store selling Scanner School merchandise! Show your love for the Scanner Radio Hobb…

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Episode 497 Steve Shorey G3ZPS 1:11:22

24d ago1:11:22

1:11:22

In this episode of QSO Today, we are joined by Steve Shorey, G3ZPS, who shares his captivating journey through the world of amateur radio. Starting with his early days of constructing tube transmitters from found parts, to securing electronics apprenticeships fueled by his passion for the hobby, and taking a hiatus to focus on family life, Steve's …

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329 - SRU107: Simulcast - How to Stop the Pain 16:14

1M ago16:14

16:14

Imagine knowing that your scanner radio has a full signal, but you can't hear anything. Maybe you're listening to a p25 trunk system, but you can't listen to any of the activity. You can see your scanner is trying to go to a voice channel. It's trying to work. But you hear nothing. How frustrating does this sound? For many, this is a common occurre…

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Episode 496 Irad Deutsch 4Z1AC 1:03:16

1M ago1:03:16

1:03:16

Irad Deutsch, 4Z1AC, began his ham radio journey at the age of twelve. With a strong foundation in software development and a keen interest in the fusion of ham radio and digital technology, Irad has emerged as a leading voice in modernizing communication methods within the amateur radio sphere through his creation of VarAC digital mode. His dedica…

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HRWB 205 - Universal Radio Controller with Mark Herbert G1LRO 2:09:54

1M ago2:09:54

2:09:54

In this episode we meet Mark Herbert, G1LRO, designer of the Universal Radio Controller. We talk all about ham radio project building and Mark's journey of discovery as he envisioned the URC. Taking an idea, overcoming challenges and turning it into something that people can use and be inspired by.By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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328 - Ask Scanner School v67 22:46

1M ago22:46

22:46

Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-308-2885 or by visiting www.scannerschool.com/ask This month, we are pulling questions that were asked via Facebook Messenger. ▶︎ How do I log P25 Radio IDs? ▶︎ Where can I find a manual for a Uniden BC950XLT? ▶…

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Episode 495 Charles Wilmott M0OXO 49:03

1M ago49:03

49:03

Charles Wilmott, M0OXO, operates a private, self-funded, QSL management bureau, where he sorts and distributes both physical and electronic QSL cards for distribution around the World for the best known DXpeditions including 3YOK Bouvet and Peter I Islands, as well as for IOTA, or Islands on the air. We touch on Charles’ ham radio beginnings and hi…

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327 - SRU106: Rebanding - How Nextel complicated the scanner hobby 15:18

1M ago15:18

15:18

The Nextel Conundrum: Originally established as a convenient communication solution for small businesses, Nextel swiftly expanded its services to include cellular telephony. However, the positioning of Nextel within the RF spectrum, sandwiched besides public safety frequencies, combined with its network built for capacity, led to unprecedented chal…

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Episode 494 Fred Hopengarten K1VR 1:03:24

1M ago1:03:24

1:03:24

Fred Hopengarten K1VR, and his wife Betty, were guests in my home after an afternoon of touring with me the unusual sites around Jerusalem and Gush Etzion, where I live a few years ago. Fred has a long history in amateur radio and took to the law rather than engineering as a profession specializing in communications law and antenna regulations for …

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HRWB 204 - Modern Contesting with Dr. Scott Wright K0MD and Remaking The Digikeyer with Don Johanneck 3:09:38

2M ago3:09:38

3:09:38

In this episode we have two great interviews. We kick things off with Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD, who clues us in on the latest hapennings in the world of contesting. Technical innovations, operating tips and ways to encourage new hams to take up contesting. Scott is a great ambassador and spokesperson for amateur radio. We also interview Don Johanneck…

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326 - Analog and Digital Trunked Systems 11:46

2M ago11:46

11:46

Once upon a time, we only had analog trunked radio systems. These systems all had analog voice talk groups. These systems included Motorola Type I, Motorola Type IIi, Motorola Type II, EDACS, and LTR systems. Today, we are living in a digital trunked environment, where there are no analog voice channels. All voice is done using a form of digital mo…

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Episode 493 Jonathan Kramer W6JLK 1:22:14

2M ago1:22:14

1:22:14

Dr. Jonathan Kramer W6JLK, transitioned into becoming an communications law attorney after a successful career in cable television engineering in addition to his amateur radio activities. Kramer W6JLK stressed that amateurs should be very active in local government as a way to advocate for antenna and tower rights, especially in areas of strong HOA…

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325 - SRU104 - LCN vs CC Only Trunked Systems 12:09

2M ago12:09

12:09

There are two distinct flavors of trunked radio systems that we need to be aware of when programming our scanners. There are systems that require that every frequency for each site be programmed into their pre-determined channel number, and those that do not. Systems that require every frequency be programmed into our scanners in their designated s…

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Episode 492 Linas Balsys LY2H 1:32:33

2M ago1:32:33

1:32:33

Linus Balsys, LY2H, dives into the fascinating realm of field operations in his native Lithuania, QRP techniques, Morse code, digital modes, and much more. Linus talks about his exploration of the great outdoors with park activations, hillfort castles, chases awards, and delves into satellite communications. From his Renault Trafic campervan equipp…

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HRWB 203 - Creative Antenna Projects with Ben Eadie VE6SFX 2:39:08

2M ago2:39:08

2:39:08

In this episode we meet Ben, VE6SFX, who was licensed just a year ago and has already pushed the bounderies of antenna design and construction with an energetic and creative approach. As a professional special effects and prop maker for the movie and TV industry, Ben has come up with novel construction methods including a cloth J-pole, mobile slot …

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324 - Ask Scanner School v66 19:31

2M ago19:31

19:31

Every month I answer your questions on the podcast. If you have a question you would like me to answer, please leave me a voicemail at 516-308-2885 or by visiting www.scannerschool.com/ask Don't forget to join us on YouTube on the first Tuesday of every month for our live Q&A session. Click here to Subscribe! Questions answered on this week's podca…

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Episode 491 Paul Barnes W4YRL 1:03:19

2M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

Paul Barnes, W4YRL, now a ham for over 65 years, enjoys FT8, CW, and getting on the air with modest wire antennas. Paul has traveled to over 50 countries and enjoyed operating from abroad. He credits the hobby for a happy career in electronics focused on simulators for space, military, and nuclear power plants, and for the life long friends that he…

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323 - SRU103 - Trunked Radio Basics 18:43

2M ago18:43

18:43

Did you know that trunked radio systems are just like an orchestra? There are several parts in each that work in harmony. In our latest podcast, we compare the two to make it easier for you to understand exactly how a trunked system works. We also dive into why trunked systems are an excellent way of utilizing the limited radio frequency resources.…

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Episode 490 HRWB Podcast 201 with Eric Guth 4Z1UG 1:01:08

2M ago1:01:08

1:01:08

Eric Guth, 4Z1UG, was a guest at the celebration of the 200th Ham Radio Workbench Podcast. Eric joined George, KJ6VU, Vince, VE6LK, and Mark, N6MTS in a special episode of their podcast that became HRWB episode 201. This recording of that HRWB episode is added to the QSO Today "official record" for posterity.…

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HRWB 202 - Cool Radio Projects with Ara N6ARA 2:40:03

3M ago2:40:03

2:40:03

In this episode we meet Ara Kourchians, N6ARA, a real life professional aerospace robotics expert and avid portable ham radio operator. Ara has engiuneered some really cool products that he makes available through his web site N6ARA Electronics at www.n6ara.comBy Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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SRU102 - Conventional Scanning 22:32

3M ago22:32

22:32

Conventional is the "OG" when it comes to scanning. Every scanner radio that has ever been sold can receive conventional (analog) signals. This week's session of Scanner Radio University will break down several modes of conventional transmissions you can receive with your scanner radio. 🎬 Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://www.scannerschool.com…

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SRU101 - Intro to Scanner Radios 18:34

3M ago18:34

18:34

Welcome to the first in a series of classes that we are calling "Scanner Radio University". Over the next several weeks and months, we will be covering topics that will not only be geared towards those just entering the hobby, but topics that maybe you needed to overlook because a lot of today scanners just work out of the box or with computer assi…

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Episode 489 John Rusciano NG0Z 1:11:54

3M ago1:11:54

1:11:54

John Rusciano, NG0Z, knew that eventually living in an HOA would meet he and his family’s needs, even if it meant not having a ham radio station and outside antennas. The state of the art and ubiquitous Internet connectivity made it possible for John to build his ultimate remotely controlled amateur radio station at his vacation home, away from the…

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Episode 488 Charles Powell NK8O 1:24:16

3M ago1:24:16

1:24:16

Charles Powell, NK8O, would argue that an early interest in radio and communications aided him in making a transition from professional French Horn player to pediatric doctor rather than suffer the mid-life crisis. Charles likes just about everything that ham radio offers including POTA, CW, kit building, old rigs, and operating his own DXpeditions…

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HRWB 201 - Conversation with Eric Guth from the QSO Today Podcast and HRWBOTA Update 1:06:36

3M ago1:06:36

1:06:36

In this episode we talk with Eric Guth, 4Z1UG, the host of the QSO Today podcast and good freind of the show. We get an update on Eric's ham radio activites and celebrate passing the 200th episode milestone of the HRWB podcast. We also get an update on HRWBOTA, Ham Radio Workbenches On The Air.By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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HRWB 200 - Anniversary Show 3:57:03

3M ago3:57:03

3:57:03

In this episode we are joined by many close friends of the show to celebrate our 200th anniversary. We kick things off with Jeremy KF7IJZ co-founder of the show along with George KJ6VU. We are also joined by Dan N7HQ, Paul WD9GCO, Troy K4JDA, Vince VE6LK, Mark N6MTS, and Thomas K4SWL. We take a look back over the first 200 episodes and look to the …

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Episode 487 Jonathan Taylor K1RFD 1:01:37

3M ago1:01:37

1:01:37

Jonathan Taylor, K1RFD, has reached his 50th year has a ham radio operator, is the creator of Echolink, one of the first amateur radio Voice over Internet Service linking amateur radio stations, the receiver of technical innovation awards, and author of "VoIP: Internet Linking for Radio Amateurs", now in its second edition. K1RFD checks all of the …

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319 - I'm never selling this radio 14:01

3M ago14:01

14:01

Discover the incredible story behind my love for scanner radios. Join me as I reminisce about my first scanner radio and how it sparked my lifelong passion to helping others with the scanner radio hobby. 🎬 Watch this podcast on YouTube: https://youtu.be/CeW3APzXvGM ==================================== 🛒 Check out our new Merch! ====================…

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Episode 486 Lanny Aldrich K1LEC 1:16:20

3M ago1:16:20

1:16:20

Lanny Aldrich, K1LEC, began his professional career as a third generation commercial dairy farmer in Vermont. Amateur radio was his hobby that he pursued at a steady pace to pursue DX, build operating skills, and contribute to the hobby by just being involved. Just his advice on antennas is a prize from our conversation. K1LEC is my QSO Today…

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HRWB 199 - SOTAMAT: Summits-On-The-Air Automated with Brian AB6D 2:57:49

3M ago2:57:49

2:57:49

In this episode we talk with Brian, AB6D, about his software development project SOTAMAT (pronounced sota-mate). SOTAMAT has many features that allow you to spot yourself over the air, send messages, and even remotely control hardware. This is a very interesting discussion with Brian who is a professional engineer and high tech executive who starte…

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