Best HamRadio Workbench Podcasts (2024)

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

3d ago2:27:19

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

16d ago2:09:54

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

1M 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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HRWB 203 - Creative Antenna Projects with Ben Eadie VE6SFX 2:39:08

2M ago2:39:08

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

2M 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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HRWB 201 - Conversation with Eric Guth from the QSO Today Podcast and HRWBOTA Update 1:06:36

3M ago1:06:36

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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

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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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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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HRWB 198 - The European Ham Radio Show 1:40:25

3M ago1:40:25

1:40:25

On this episode, George KJ6VU, Thomas K4SWL, and Vince VE6LK are invited to join Morten LB0FI and crew on the European Ham Radio Show on YouTube. We had a great time getting to know eachother and talking about all things ham radio. Check out their channel: https://www.youtube.com/@hamshoweuBy Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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HRWB 197 - EmComm Tools with Gaston, KT7RUN 2:49:50

4M ago2:49:50

2:49:50

In this episode we talk with Gaston, KT7RUN, about his software development project called EmComm tools. Gaston hosts a very popular YouTube channel called The Tech Prepper. Check it out. https://www.youtube.com/@TheTechPrepperBy Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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HRWB 196 - A Conversation with Dan Quigley, N7HQ, from Flex Radio 3:10:38

4M ago3:10:38

3:10:38

In this show we talk about what is on Dan's workbench and the increased demand for HF spectrum. Dan is a wealth of knowledge on ham radio and electrical engineering in general. We cover a wide range of topics in this show.By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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HRWB 195 - 2023 Holiday Shopping Show 3:50:40

5M ago3:50:40

3:50:40

In this episode we talk about great gifts for your spouse, friends, yourself or even the HRWB staff ! (Just sayin') We talk about our top picks for radios, tools, test equipment, and even non-radio gear for the shack and the field.By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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HRWB Special Announcement: HRWBOTA ! Ham Radio Workbenches On The Air !! 2:41

5M ago2:41

2:41

Yes you heard that right. The very first HRWB live on the air operating event will be Sunday December 3rd from 10 AM to 2 PM PST. We will have multiple stations operating on multiple bands and modes. Come join the fun ! For more details go to https://hrwbota.com/By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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HRWB 194 - Meet The Amateur Radio Newsline Team with Caryn KD2GUT, Paul WD9GCO and Skeeter N5ASH 3:36:02

5M ago3:36:02

3:36:02

In this episode we meet Caryn KD2GUT, Paul WD9GCO and Skeeter N5ASH of the Amateur Radio Newsline. The AR Newsline has been the premier amateur radio news source for decades. Founded by Bill Pasternack, the AR Newline carrys on Bill 's legacy with a team of news and media professionals who bring their talents and time to serve the amateur radio com…

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HRWB 193 - Building Projects with Rex Harper W1REX 2:28:19

6M ago2:28:19

2:28:19

In this episode we met Rex Harper, W1REX, a prolific designer and builder of ham radio projects. Rex is famous as the owner of QRPme.com where he sells a huge nubmer of ham radio kits. Rex is famous for the Tuna Tin 2, a version of Rockmite transciever and MePADs, a system for construction projects with small pieces of PCB mateiral. We talk about w…

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HRWB 192 - Youth in Amateur Radio with Derek KD9MEQ 2:51:15

6M ago2:51:15

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In this episode we interview Derek, KD9MEQ, president of the Purdue University Amateur Radio Club. Derek and his fellow club members have created a very successful amateur radio club that has grown significantly in the last few years. The combination of welcoming leadership and a LOT of hands-on projects have made this an outstanding college radio …

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HRWB 191 - SOTA and Adventure Radio with Rex KE6MT 3:01:06

7M ago3:01:06

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In this episode we talk with Rex, KE6MT, the SOTA (Summits On The Air) program manager for California. Rex gives us an update on the SOTA program and why you should be interested in this great aspect of ham radio. In the last segment we talk about the Wilderness Protocol and how, while it's a good start, its just not very practical. We define a new…

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HRWB 190 - QSO Today Academy LIVE STREAM ! 3:15:18

7M ago3:15:18

3:15:18

We are coming to you live, well recorded live actually, from the QSO Today Academy. On this episode we are joined by our favorite mega-fan Troy K4JDA and the regular crowd including Vince VE6LK, Thomas K4SWL, Mike VA3MW, Mark N6MTS and host George KJ6VU. We talka bout all sorts of ham radio workbench related projects and topics.…

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HRWB 189 - Mastodon Social for Ham Radio with Christopher M0YNG 3:01:37

8M ago3:01:37

3:01:37

In this episode we learn all about the Mastodon social media network. Mastodon is becoming very popular in the ham radio commnunity. Christopher M0YNG is an expert in Mastodon and hosts the popular mastodon.radio space for ham radio and SWLing.By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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HRWB 188 - RF Amplifiers with Don K9AQ 2:42:37

8M ago2:42:37

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In this episode we talk with Don K9AQ who has build many HF RF amplifiers. We take a dive in to the details about modern solid state amplifiers using LDMOS semiconductor technology.By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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HRWB 187 - Beverage Antennas for Low Band Reception with Gary W9XT 3:02:35

8M ago3:02:35

3:02:35

In this episode, Gary, W9XT, tells us all about Beverage antennas. Invented in the 1920's by Harald Beverage at AT&T, the Beverage antenna is widely used by serious DXers on the low HF bands including 160, 80 and 40 meters. The Beverage antenna reduces the received signal strength and greatly reduces noise to make it easier to pick out weak signals…

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HRWB 186 - Garrett, KD6KPC, Repeater Book Web Site and Trailer Build Project 2:26:42

9M ago2:26:42

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In this episode we meet Garrett Dow, Kd6KPC, the owner of the popular web site Repeater Book. We talk abour how Repeater Book came to be and also Garrett's radio trailer build projet.By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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HRWB 185 - Field Day Debrief 3:12:07

10M ago3:12:07

3:12:07

In this episode, Thomas K4SWL, Mark N6MTS, Rod VA3ON, Mike VA3MW and Vince VE6LK join George KJ6VU to talk about the projects on their workbenches and take a deep dive into Field Day 2023. The crew discuss what they did for Field Day, what worked and what they would do differently in 2024.By Ham Radio Workbench Podcast