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Episode 323 - Young Ham of the Year 2023 from 2023-09-09T02:49:53
Kees Van Oosbree, WØAAE, the reigning 2023 Bill Pasternak WA6ITF Memorial Amateur Radio Newsline Young Ham of the Year and Don Wilbanks, AE5DW from Amateur Radio Newsline are here to talk about thi...
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Episode 322 - Huntsville Hamfest 2023 Preview from 2023-08-04T17:12:05
Mark Brown, N4BCD joins us to talk about the upcoming World's Friendliest Hamfest, the Huntsville Hamfest!
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Episode 321 - Hamvention Duck and Ham&Quackers from 2023-07-10T16:49:05
Junie Cassone, N1DUC returns to the show after a trip to Hamvention with her duck, Mochi. And, she has started a new YouTube channel called Ham & Quackers since her last visit.
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Episode 320 - Field Day 2023 from 2023-06-20T01:36:24
Paul Bourque, N1SFE, the ARRL Contest Manager, is here to talk about Field Day 2023 and some new changes to the rules! Be sure to tune in to find out the latest about Field Day.
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Episode 319 - LIVE! From Dayton from 2023-05-19T01:05:26
It's HAMVENTION EVE! We're here in Dayton, OH to bring you the very latest news, weather, and traffic before Hamvention opens tomorrow morning.
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Episode 318 - Hamvention Preview: Youth&Collegiate Activities from 2023-05-12T00:23:38
Tony Milluzzi, KD8RTT and Andy Milluzzi, KK4LWR are here from the ARRL Collegiate Amateur Radio Program (CARP). We'll talk about what's happening at Dayton for younger hams this year!
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Episode 317- World Radiosport Team Championship 2023 Italy from 2023-04-27T19:00:28
The COVID-delayed 2022 World Radiosport Team Championship (WRTC) will be held this summer outside Bologna, Italy, and preparations have been under way for many years. Fabio Schettino, I4UFH, the vi...
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Episode 316 - Hamvention Preview 2023 from 2023-04-21T01:10:10
Michael Kalter, W8CI, the spokesperson for the Dayton Hamvention is back once again to let us know how things are progressing for this year's Hamvention May 19-21.
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Episode 315 - CW with CICR from 2023-04-07T03:00:34
Glenn Norman, W4YES and Teri Beard, KO4WFP are here to talk about learning how to learn CW! A new course called the Comprehensive Instant Character Recognition Course, or CICR, is a way to gain cod...
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Episode 314 - HamSCI Conference 2023 from 2023-02-20T03:26:05
Dr. Nathaniel Frissell, W2NAF and Gary Mikitin, AF8A are with us from HamSCI to talk about the upcoming 2023 HamSCI conference and the Solar Eclipse QSO Parties.
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Episode 313 - LIVE from Orlando HamCation from 2023-02-10T04:25:12
We're coming to you LIVE in Orlando, Florida where HamCation is about to begin! Michael Cauley, W4ORL, the chairman of HamCation, is here to give us the latest update before the big event.
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Episode 312- Torroids and Baluns from 2023-01-29T23:39:29
Frequent contributor to QST and On the Air Magazines John Portune, W6NBC is back to talk about the basics of torroids and baluns. Learn what type of mix to use, size, and where to find a winding ca...
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Episode 311 - HamCation Award Winners 2023 from 2023-01-06T01:00:06
Mike Banigan, KJ4UDO and Michael Cauley, W4ORL are here from the Orlando HamCation to announce this year's award winners and bring the latest news about HamCation!
Congratulations to the...
Episode 310 - 12 Days of Christmas Special Event from 2022-12-13T23:54:50
Salli Rosato K2RYD & Lou Maggio, NO2C are here to talk about the 12 Days of Christmas Special Event. Salli, K2RYD, came up with the idea, and they have operated and managed it together in this the...
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Episode 309 - YOTA Month 2022 from 2022-12-09T02:50:02
December is YOTA Month, and Kees Van Oosbree, WØAAE is here to talk about stations in the Americas that are participating in this worldwide event with operators under the age of 26.
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Episode 308 - Winter Field Day from 2022-12-05T19:53:48
Marvin Turner, WØMET is the director of the 2023 Winter Field Day. He is here to talk about some of the changes coming to this year's event, and explain what it's all about.
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Episode 307 - CQ Worldwide CW Contest from 2022-11-16T02:17:50
John Dorr, K1AR, the director of the CQ Worldwise DX Contest is here to talk about the CW edition of the popular event coming up the last weekend in November.
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Episode 306 - New Tools, New Kits from 2022-10-07T01:21:26
Our kit building expert, Joe Eisenberg, KØNEB from CQ Magazine is here to tell us about some new kits since his last visit, plus some new tools for building those kits!
Plus, we have bre...
Episode 305 - Jamboree on the Air&Internet 2022 from 2022-09-30T00:58:48
Bill Stearns, NE4RD, President of the K2BSA Amateur Radio Association and leader of the National Jamboree on the Air Task Force is here to talk about the upcoming Jamboree on the Air and Jamboree o...
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Episode 304 - Collegiate QSO Party 2022 from 2022-09-22T19:08:43
The Collegiate QSO Party is back for 2022, and Andy Milluzzi, KK4LWR and Tony Milluzzi, KD8RTT are here to tell us about all the changes and how you can participate! Plus, we'll talk about how col...
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Episode 303 - Newsline Young Ham of the Year 2022 from 2022-08-25T18:20:47
Don Wilbanks, AE5DW from Amateur Radio Newsline is here from the Huntsville Hamfest where Audrey McElroy, KM4BUN of Cumming, Georgia is receiving the 2022 Bill Pasternak WA6ITF Memorial Young Ham o...
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Episode 302 - Huntsville Hamfest Preview 2022 from 2022-07-22T01:41:19
Mark Brown, N4BCD, the chairman of the Huntsville Hamfest, is here to tell us all about what's happening for the 2022 edition of the hamfest in August.
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Episode 301 - Youth DX Adventure 2022 from 2022-07-18T01:59:04
Candace, KE8MMS, T.J., KO4FFA, Brennan, K6BFL are 3 young people operating the PJ2T contest station this weekend as PJ2Y as part of the annual Dave Kalter Memorial Youth DX Adventure! We'll talk t...
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Episode 300 - A Parks on the Air Summer from 2022-07-05T22:12:37
Vance Martin, N3VEM is here to talk about 3 big news items about Parks on the Air.
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Episode 299 - WalMart Parking Lots on the Air III - It's BACK! from 2022-06-30T05:03:14
Mitch Ahrenstorff, ADØHJ and Andrew Northam, KE8FZT are here to talk about the third ever WalMart Parking Lots on the Air special event taking place on July 2! They will tell us how it works, how ...
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Episode 298 - Youth on the Air Camp 2022 from 2022-06-07T01:30:40
Adam Johnson, KD9KIS, the assistant camp director for Youth on the Air Americas stops by to talk about the upcoming camp in Ohio, USA, the selection process for the host location for the 2023 camp,...
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Episode 297 - LIVE from Dayton Hamvention 2022 from 2022-05-20T02:36:18
Paul Braun, WD9GCO and I are LIVE from Dayton, Ohio with Hamvention weather with Spectrum Channel One Chief Meteorologist Eric Elwell, KD4BNT, traffic, and the latest news from spokesperson Michael...
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Episode 296 - Hamvention Preview: Kit Building and Shopping from 2022-05-13T01:32:51
Joe Eisenberg, KØNEB is back to talk about the upcoming kit building opportunities and kits to look for at the 2022 Dayton Hamvention.
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Episode 295 - The Return of NASA On the Air from 2022-04-30T00:40:28
NOTA is back! The popular year long special event from the NASA radio clubs is back to celebrate more landmark space anniversaries during 2022. Jayant Ramakrishnan, KG5LJZ, joins us from Houston,...
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Episode 294 - Hamvention Preview: Youth Forum Preview from 2022-04-16T03:01:18
Carole Perry, WB2MGP, the moderator of the 33rd annual Dayton Hamvention Youth Forum and the moderator of the Instructors' Forum is here to preview what will be happening at those events at the 202...
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Episode 293 - Hamvention Preview: Voice of America Museum Tours from 2022-04-08T00:56:01
Lee Hite, K8CLI, lead docent at the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting, stops by to talk about this year's open house for hams during Dayton Hamvention and some of the new features at...
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Episode 292 - Hamvention Preview 2022 from 2022-04-01T02:03:46
Michael Kalter, W8CI is here to tell us all about the return of Hamvention!
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Episode 291 - Dayton Contest University 2022: A New Chapter from 2022-03-04T00:18:12
Tim Duffy, K3LR, the founder and chairman of Contest University is here to give a preview of the 2022 Dayton CTU, talk about the new venue for the event, and other associated events that will all b...
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Episode 290 - SOAR: Satellite Optimized Amateur Radio from 2022-02-25T02:35:45
Mark Smith, N6MTS stops by to talk about a project he's been working on called SOAR. It's an FM satellite operating appliance. We'll talk about what it does, how it works, and how it was develope...
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Episode 289 - Voice of America 80th Anniversary Special Event from 2022-02-18T04:52:30
Jocelyn, KD8VRX; Marc, K3POE; and Peter, N4PVH are here to talk about the 80th Anniversary of the Voice of America and the on air special event happening THIS weekend!
For more informati...
Episode 288 - We're Live at HamCation! from 2022-02-11T05:33:30
We are in Orlando, Florida for the 2022 HamCation! We'll give you an idea of how things are going during the setup, and Hamfest Chairman Michael Cauley, W4ORL is here to give us an update with the...
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Episode 287 - 10m and 10-10 International Net from 2022-01-28T02:00:04
Keith Schlottman, KR7RK from the 10-10 International Net is here to talk about 10 meters and the 10-10 organization.
Be sure to CALL in with your questions and comments by calling 859-...
Episode 286 - HamSCI Workshop in Huntsville, AL from 2022-01-21T02:00:05
Dr. Nathaniel Frissell, W2NAF, is here to talk abou the next HamSCI workshop that will be held in Huntsville, Alabama March 18-19, 2022.
Be sure to CALL in with your questions and commen...
Episode 285 - Orlando Hamcation Preview 2022 and Awards from 2022-01-07T02:00:04
Michael Cauley, W4ORL and Mike Banigan, KJ4UDO return to talk about next month's Orlando Hamcation and announce the winner of the 2022 Carole Perry Educator of the Year Award!
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Episode 284 - IARU Region 2 Youth from 2021-12-17T02:01:04
Sterling Mann, NØSSC stops by to talk about the IARU Region 2 Youth Initiative and take your questions!
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Episode 283 - Amateur Radio Newsline Takeover from 2021-12-10T02:00:04
Tonight, the crew from Amateur Radio Newsline takes over the show, discussing a wide range of topics, Newsline memories, and the latest news.
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Episode 282 - December YOTA Month 2021 from 2021-12-03T02:00:10
Kees Van Oosbree, W0AAE, the assistant YOTA Month coordinator for the Americas, is here to talk about the month long special event going on NOW! All operators are age 25 or younger, and awards are...
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Episode 281 - Straight Key Century Club from 2021-11-19T02:00:01
Doug, N3PDT and Ted, K8AQM are here to take your calls about the Straight Key Century Club. They recently hit a major membership mark, and we'll talk about it and their activities.
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Episode 280 - HamCation 2022 Update from 2021-11-12T02:00:08
Michael Cauley, W4ORL, the chairman of the Orlando HamCation takes your calls about preparations for the 2022 event.
Be sure to CALL in with your questions and comments by calling 859-98...
Episode 279 - Antarctic Eclipse Festival of Frequency Measurement from 2021-11-05T01:00:02
Kristina Collins, KD8OXT & Dr. Nathaniel Frissell, W2NAF are here from HamSCI to talk about their next event - the Antarctic Eclipse Festival of Frequency Measurements. We'll talk about the data t...
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Episode 278 - Collegiate Initiative Update from 2021-10-29T01:00:21
Tony Milluzzi, KD8RTT and Andy Milluzzi, KK4LWR are here to give an update on the Collegiate Amateur Radio Initiative (CARI). We'll talk about what they do, and some of the things that have taken ...
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Episode 277 - A Talk with Don Wilbanks, AE5DW from 2021-10-22T01:00:12
Don Wilbanks, AE5DW will be here to talk about a variety of things, starting with the new version of the Ham Nation podcast.
Be sure to CALL in with your questions and comments by callin...
Episode 276 - Hamfests and the Pandemic from 2021-10-15T01:00:07
Michael Kalter, W8CI from the Dayton Hamvention, Michael Cauley, W4ORL from the Orlando Hamcation, and Mark Brown, N4BCD from the Huntsville Hamfest join us to give an update on the implications of...
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Episode 275 - Contest Primer with K0MD from 2021-10-08T01:00:09
Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD, contester and past editor of the National Contest Journal, joins us to talk about how to get started in contesting. If you want to get some DX and work fast, contesting jus...
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Episode 274 - New Kits and New Tools with Joe from 2021-10-01T01:00:05
Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB returns to tell us about some new kits and some new kit building tools!
Be sure to CALL in with your questions and comments by calling 859-982-7373 live during the c...
Episode 273 - Parks on the Air and the Monthly POTA Updates from 2021-09-24T01:00:48
Vance, N3VEM joins us to talk about Parks on the Air and the new POTA monthly updates!
Be sure to CALL in with your questions and comments by calling 859-982-7373 live during the call-in...
Episode 272 - VOA Bethany Relay Station Anniversary Special Event from 2021-09-17T01:00:09
Jocelyn Brault, KD8VRX, the president of the West Chester Amateur Radio Association, is here to talk about the club's special event on the air next weekend, celebrating the birthday of the Voice of...
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Episode 271 - Little League World Series Connections to Ham Radio from 2021-09-10T01:00:06
Ryan Pearson, KN4VKW joins us to talk about his experience being in the Little League World Series and its ham radio connections!
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Episode 270 - CQ World Wide Youth Category from 2021-09-03T01:00:02
John Dorr, K1AR, the chairman of the CQ World Wide Contests stops by to take your calls about the new youth category being added to the SSB and CW contests.
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Episode 269 - Portable Ops Challenge 2021 from 2021-08-27T01:00:09
Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD will take your calls about the Portable Ops Challenge! This unique contests attempts to put all stations on an equal playing field.
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Episode 268 - Newsline Young Ham of the Year 2021 from 2021-08-20T01:00:05
Don Wilbanks, AE5DW is here from Amateur Radio Newsline with Faith Hannah Lea, KD3Z, who is the 2021 Bill Pasternak WA6ITF Amateur Radio Newsline Young Ham of the Year! We'll talk about her accomp...
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Episode 267 - Why Should I Buy a Remote Antenna Tuner? from 2021-08-13T01:00:09
John Portune, W6NBC returns with another important question... Why should I buy a remote antenna tuner? We'll talk about the advantages and disadvantages, and take your questions live.
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Episode 266 - And Now the News! from 2021-08-06T01:00:23
Caryn Eve Murray, KD2GUT, the editor of Amateur Radio Newsline, stops by to talk about some of the latest ham radio news and a teapot activation!
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Episode 265 - LIVE from YOTA Camp from 2021-07-16T01:00:03
We are LIVE at Youth on the Air Americas Camp 2021 in West Chester, Ohio! Hear from the staff, volunteers, campers, and parents about their experiences at the first ever YOTA ham radio camp in the...
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Episode 264 - Huntsville Hamfest Preview 2021 from 2021-07-09T01:00:05
Huntsville is going to be the first big hamfest in over a year. Mark Brown, N4BCD, returns to the show to let us know how the plans are coming along, and what to expect at the 2021 Huntsville Hamf...
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Episode 263 - POTA, Lighthouses, and Ducks with Junie, N1DUC from 2021-07-02T01:00:01
Junie, N1DUC is here to talk about her Parks on the Air activations, Lighthouses, and Field Day! And, of course we'll talk about why her callsign ends in DUC!
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Episode 262 - Field Day Q&A 2021 from 2021-06-25T01:00:23
Do you have a last minute question about Field Day? Paul Bourque, N1SFE, the ARRL Contest Manager, is here to take your questions LIVE on our annual Field Day Q&A show! Call in and get the answers ...
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Episode 261 - CW Kits and Soldering Surfaces from 2021-06-18T01:00:20
Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB is back on Ham Talk Live! Thursday night to take your calls about some new CW kits, as well as choosing a surface for soldering.
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Episode 260 - Ham Radio for Dummies from 2021-06-11T01:00:10
Ward Silver, N0AX is herer to talk about the 4th edition of his book, "Ham Radio for Dummies" which was just released. We'll talk about it's purpose, what's new, and the style of the book.
Episode 259 - New FCC RF Exposure Policy from 2021-05-14T01:00:07
Dr. Greg Lapin, N9GL and Dan Brown, W1DAN are here to take your calls about the new FCC RF Exposure policy and how it affects you.
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Episode 258 - Hurricane Nets 2021 from 2021-05-07T01:00:03
Bobby Graves, KB5HAV, Julio Ripoll, WD4R, Rob Macedo KD1CY, and Lloyd Colston, KC5FM from the Hurricane Watch Net and the VoIP Hurricane Net will join us again to talk about the upcoming hurricane ...
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Episode 257 - Bradley University ARC from 2021-04-30T01:00:04
Connor Dickey, KD9LSV is here to talk about what's been happening at the Bradley University Amateur Radio Club. Connor has been instrumental in recruiting and contesting on campus, and will take yo...
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Episode 256 - Hamvention 2021 Virtual and On Air Activities from 2021-04-23T01:00:17
Michael Kalter, W8CI joins us to preview all the virtual and on air activities that will be taking place during the would-be Dayton Hamvention weekend. Ask Michael your questions live on the show, ...
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Episode 255 - YOTA Contest from 2021-04-16T01:00:09
Philipp Springer, DK6SP, Markus Großer, DL8GM, and Tomi Varro, HA8RT will be staying up late in Germany and Hungary to take your calls about the brand new YOTA contest! The YOTA group in Europe, Af...
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Episode 254 - Newsline Young Ham of the Year Award Nominations from 2021-04-09T01:00:02
Don Wilbanks, AE5DW returns to talk about this year's Bill Pasternak, WA6ITF Memorial Amateur Radio Newsline Young Ham of the Year Award nominations. Tune in to hear about the nominating process, a...
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Episode 253 - AMSAT Satellite Engineering Update from 2021-04-02T01:00:13
Jerry Buxton, N0JY, the VP for Engineering at AMSAT, is here to take your questions about the latest satellite building news.
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Episode 252 - Long Island CW Club Youth Program from 2021-03-26T01:02:57
Rob Zarges, K2MZ is here to take your calls about the Long Island CW Club Youth Program! The club has expanded since they were here last time, and the youth program has grown in recent months. Tune...
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Episode 251 - Open Lines Thursday! from 2021-03-19T01:00:03
TONIGHT on Ham Talk Live! it's OPEN LINES THURSDAY! Call in and talk about whatever YOU want to talk about! Plus, Matt Deutch, N0RGT, chief engineer at WWV, will call in to talk about an upgrade ha...
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Episode 250 - Last Man Standing QRT Special Event from 2021-03-12T02:00:04
The hit TV show "Last Man Standing" is in it's final season, and it's going QRT with a bang! A huge special event will happen later this month with seasoned and well known operators across North Am...
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Episode 249 - VHF Contesting and Roving with K5ND from 2021-03-05T02:00:03
Jim Wilson, K5ND is here to take your questions about VHF Contesting and being a rover. Jim has an elaborate roving setup, and is a well known VHF Contester. Ask your questions LIVE on the show!
Episode 248 - Building the Big Ugly Balun from 2021-02-26T02:00:08
The "big ugly" might be a famous 22 ounce hamburger in Indiana, but this week on Ham Talk Live! we're talking big ugly baluns! John Portune, W6NBC is here to take your questions about building an u...
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Episode 247 - Encouraging News from Huntsville from 2021-02-19T02:00:05
Mark Brown, N4BCD, the chairman of the Huntsville Hamfest, is here to talk about the exciting news the Huntsville Hamfest board just received about the possibilities of hosting the event in person ...
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Episode 246 - Comm Academy 2021 Online from 2021-02-12T02:00
Tim Helming, WT1IM, the PIO of the Comm Academy 2021, an emergency communications and amateur radio conference, will take your calls live. The Comm Academy, like many other conferences, has been mo...
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Episode 245 - VOA Museum Virtual Tours: Stories from Bethany Station from 2021-02-05T02:00:05
Jack Dominic, the Executive Director of the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting, is here to talk about a new feature at the museum: virtual tours. Get a taste of what the museum has to...
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Episode 244 - COVID Research Update for Hams from 2021-01-29T02:00:03
Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD, the co-principal investigator for the Mayo Clinic's convalescent plasma treatment research, returns to share the results of the study that were recently published in the New...
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Episode 243 - Hamvention Cancelled... Again from 2021-01-22T02:11:40
Michael Kalter, W8CI, the spokesperson for the Dayton Hamvention is back to bring us the bad news about cancelling Hamvention a second year in a row. We'll talk about the decision making process an...
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Episode 242 - Ham Shack Overhaul from 2021-01-15T02:01:21
Joe Eisneberg, K0NEB returns to the show, but not to talk about kits! Joe has completely overhauled his shack, and it's featured in this month's CQ Magazine. We'll talk about what Joe did to upgrad...
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Episode 241 - Hamcation Special Edition Preview from 2021-01-08T02:00:42
Michael Cauley, W4MCA is back tonight to take your calls and questions about the Orlando Hamcation Special Edition being held online February 13th and 14th. Michael will talk about how to attend, a...
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Episode 240 - New Helical Antennas from 2020-12-18T02:00:04
John Portune, W6NBC is back to talk about his latest creation featured in QST - a helical copper tape and PVC antenna that can be used similar to a J-pole, but can also work on the HF bands.
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Episode 239 - Holiday Wish List from 2020-12-11T02:00:02
It's that time of year again! What should be on the ham's wish list? This year, Steve Molo, KI4KWR from GigaParts takes his turn at holiday gift ideas for the radio amateur. Call in with your quest...
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Episode 238 - December YOTA Month 2020 from 2020-12-04T02:00:04
Bryant Rascoll, KG5HVO, the YOTA Month coordinator for the Americas, will take your calls about December YOTA Month! Youth all around the world are participating in this very special annual event w...
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Episode 237 - Q&A with Rob Sherwood, NC0B and the IC-705 from 2020-11-20T02:00:02
Rob Sherwood, NC0B stops by to make a follow up visit after the show three weeks ago to take your questions since the phones acted up and we ran out of time. Plus, he's had a chance to test the IC...
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Episode 236 - Fully Remote US License Exams from 2020-11-13T02:00:06
Marcel Stieber, AI6MS is here talk about fully remote US license examinations, hybrid exams, and to take your questions!
Be sure to CALL in with your questions and comments by calling 85...
Episode 235 - New Drake Exhibit at the VoA Museum from 2020-11-06T02:01:16
Jay Adrick, K8CJY and Lee Hite, K8CLI from the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting are here to talk about the new, revamped Drake Radio Exhibit now on display at the museum. We'll take...
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Episode 234 - New Radio Performance with Rob Sherwood, NC0B from 2020-10-30T01:00:15
Rob Sherwood, NC0B from Sherwood Engineering returns to talk about the performance of several radios since his last visit on this show and will take your questions live about his analysis.
Episode 233 - News&Views on FCC Moves with CQ Magazine's Rich Moseson, W2VU from 2020-10-23T01:00:03
Escape the debate with news about some recent moves at the FCC: a proposed fee for US licenses, sunsetting the 3.5 GHz band, a new logo, and a literal move of the headquarters. Plus, what will CQ W...
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Episode 232 - Contest Calendar with Bruce Horn, WA7BNM from 2020-10-16T01:00:03
Bruce Horn, WA7BNM is here to talk about his Contest Calendar web site and Twitter feed, preview some upcoming contests and on air events in the next few weeks, and take your calls.
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Episode 231 - Hamcation 2021 Cancellation from 2020-10-09T01:02:55
Michael Cauley, W4MCA returns with John Knott, N4JTK to take your questions about the cancellation of Orlando Hamcation 2021. We'll talk about how the decision was made, and plans for 2022.
Episode 230 - Fall Out 2020 from 2020-10-02T01:00:05
Christian Cudnik, K0STH from 100 Watts and a Wire is here to talk about the 100 WAAW Fall Out coming up October 9-11. It's a chance to get outside and get on the air before winter arrives. We'll a...
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Episode 229 - Numbers Stations from 2020-09-25T01:00:02
Māris Goldmanis is with the Numbers Stations Research and Information Center, a project that is dedicated to the research, monitoring, information gathering, and publishing about numbers stations, ...
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Episode 228 - New Radio on the Space Station from 2020-09-18T01:00:04
Frank Bauer, KA3HDO, Lou McFadin, W5DID, and Kerry Banke, N6IZW are here with all the details about the new radio system aboard the International Space Station! It's your chance to hear from the t...
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Episode 227 - Collegiate QSO Party Changes for COVID-19 from 2020-09-11T01:00:19
Andy Milluzzi, KK4LWR and Tony Milluzzi, KD8RTT will be back to talk about this year's Collegiate QSO Party! Find out about the changes to the event this year due to COVID-19, and how you can conne...
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Episode 226 - New Kits for CW from 2020-09-04T01:00:03
Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB returns again with another installment on kit building with some new morse code kits! Join us Thursday night (9/3) at 9 pm EDT (Friday 0100Z) and call in with your questions fo...
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Episode 225 - Come and Get Wyoming from 2020-08-28T01:24:47
R.J Bragg, WY7AA will take your calls about the Come and Get Wyoming special event station! If you need Wyoming in your log, here's a great chance to get it!
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Episode 224 - Portable Operations Challenge from 2020-08-21T01:00:12
Frank Howell, K4FMH is here to take your questions about the new Portable Ops Challenge. It's a new contest that will put portable stations against the big stations that will take place October 3 &...
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Episode 223 - Solar Cycle 25 with Tad Cook, K7RA from 2020-08-14T01:01:07
Tad "Walking on the Sun" Cook, K7RA, student of the sun and author of the ARRL Propagation Bulletins, will be here to talk about Solar Cycle 25, and what all those numbers mean on his bulletins.
Episode 222 - Orlando Hamcation Planning and Award Nominations from 2020-08-07T01:00:24
Michael Cauley, W4MCA and Mike Banigan, KJ4UDO from the Orlando Hamcation will be here to talk about the plans for the 2021 Orlando Hamcation, as well as the nominations for the Carole Perry Educat...
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Episode 221 - Newsline Young Ham of the Year 2020 Chris Brault, KD8YVJ from 2020-07-31T01:00:31
The 2020 Bill Pasternak WA6ITF Memorial Amateur Radio Newsline Young Ham of the Year award winner Christopher Brault, KD8YVJ and Don Wilbanks, AE5DW from Amateur Radio Newsline will be here to take...
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Episode 220 - QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo from 2020-07-24T01:00:43
Ham Talk Live is BACK with Eric Guth, 4Z1UG from the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo! Eric will tell us about the speakers, exhibitors, and all the happenings at this virtual hamfest, and as always tak...
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Episode 219 - N4J Wedding Special Event from 2020-07-03T01:00:09
Julie Swigert will be my guest on the show to talk about the N4J Wedding Special Event Station happening next week!
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Episode 218 - Satellite Etiquette and Hosting Special Events from 2020-06-26T01:00:15
Kevin Zari, KK4YEL and Robert Bankston, KE4AL are here to talk about the need for etiquette and cooperation when operating satellites and how it relates to special events and times like Field Day w...
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Episode 217 - Field Day Q&A 2020 from 2020-06-19T01:00:03
Paul Bourque, N1SFE, Contest Program Manager at ARRL - the National Association for Amateur Radio will be on Ham Talk Live! for the annual Field Day Q&A show! Ask your questions live to the ham in ...
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Episode 216 - It's a YOTA Summer! from 2020-06-12T01:00:07
The YOTA crew stops in to take your questions about the at-home summer YOTA activities that are happening since the camp had to be postponed until 2021. Those activities include Virtual YOTA Day, a...
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Episode 215 - The Family that Hams Together from 2020-06-05T01:00:38
Our guests tonight are the members of the Pearson family from Brentwood, TN. They entered the realm of ham radio last year, upgraded right away, and haven't looked back! You may remember 10 year ...
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Episode 214 - Collecting Solar Power in Space from 2020-05-29T01:00:42
Paul Jaffe, KJ4IKI from the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory - NRL will take your questions about his research on collecting solar energy in space and beaming it back to Earth. Tune in to hear how hi...
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Episode 213 - Tune Up for Field Day from 2020-05-22T01:00:14
Christian Cudnik, K0STH from 100 Watts and a Wire and Hour:73 is here to talk about the show's annual "Tune Up" event in preparation for Field Day and tell us about his new podcast, Hour:73.
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Episode 212 - Missing Hamvention from 2020-05-15T01:00:12
MISSING BEING AT HAMVENTION? Give us a call for open lines on Thursday night at 9 pm Eastern when we take a look at what we are missing at this year's Dayton Hamvention. We have some special report...
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Episode 211 - Hurricane Preparedness Week from 2020-05-08T01:00:06
Bobby Graves, KB5HAV, Julio Ripoll, WD4R, Rob Macedo KD1CY, and Lloyd Colston, KC5FM from the Hurricane Watch Net and the VoIP Hurricane Net are here to talk about Hurricane Preparedness Week, Weat...
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Episode 210 - Contest University and Hamvention QSO Party from 2020-05-01T01:00:28
Hamvention may be cancelled for 2020, but you can still go to Contest University and participate in the Hamvention QSO Party during the former Hamvention weekend. Tim Duffy, K3LR, is here to tell ...
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Episode 209 - How Hams Can Help COVID-19 Research from 2020-04-24T01:00:20
Two guests are on the show tonight to talk about ways YOU can help COVID-19 research. Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD, will be here to talk about how plasma donations can help with a project he is overseei...
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Episode 208 - N5HZ's Tour of the Begali Key Factory from 2020-04-17T01:00:04
Dr. Jim Parra, N5HZ will be here to talk about his trip to northern Italy and his day long tour of the Begali key factory! He will take your questions live, and provide an update on how the factory...
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Episode 207 - Support Your Parks POTA Event from 2020-04-10T01:00:04
Vance Martin, N3VEM will take your questions about the upcoming Parks on the Air "Support Your Parks" Plaque Event coming up in July. We'll talk about Parks on the Air, portable operation in genera...
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Episode 206 - Hamvention Cancellation and new QSO Party from 2020-04-03T01:00:05
Michael Kalter, W8CI, the spokesperson for the Dayton Hamvention is here to take your questions about the cancellation of Hamvention and a new event that will take its place this year - the Hamvent...
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Episode 205 - New Radio on the Space Station from 2020-03-27T01:00:38
Frank Bauer, KA3HDO, the Amateur Radio on the International Space Station international chairman, will be here to tell us all about the new radio on the ISS and answer your questions LIVE.
Episode 204 - Virtual Club Meetings for Social Distancing from 2020-03-20T01:00:05
Matt Bonadies, KB9YOJ, president of the Southern Indiana Amateur Radio Association, will take your questions about virtual club meetings! SIARA will be meeting virtually due to social distancing re...
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Episode 203 - Team Exuberance 2020 CW from 2020-03-13T01:00:14
Bryant Rascoll, KG5HVO and Marty Sullaway, NN1C from Team Exuberance, an all star youth contesting team, will be here to talk about their latest event: CQWW WPX CW 2020! The team is bringing in the...
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Episode 202 - The Latest Kits from 2020-03-06T02:00:09
Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB from CQ Amateur Radio Magazine is back with more exciting new kits! Be sure to call in with your questions about kit building during the show!
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Episode 201 - Frat House Ham Radio from 2020-02-28T02:00:06
Ham Talk Live! goes back to college and joins a fraternity! Maxwell Zines, WM4TH, will take your questions about a new ham radio club at a University of Tulsa fraternity!
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Episode 200 - Celebrating 200 Episodes from 2020-02-21T02:00:56
It's time to party! Episode #200 of Ham Talk Live! is on the air! We'll take a look back at some of our favorite clips of the first 199 episodes, play some Ham Talk Live! Trivia, and give away tons...
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Episode 199 - State of the Hobby Survey 2020 from 2020-02-14T02:00:07
Dustin Thomas, N8RMA will be on Ham Talk Live! to take your questions about the 2020 State of the Hobby Survey that will be conducted soon! Dustin and I will take a look at the past surveys, talk a...
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Episode 198 - Bill's Birthday Bash from 2020-01-31T02:00:06
Don Wilbanks, AE5DW is on the show to talk about Bill's Birthday Bash coming up February 7-9. The informal special event will be the first for the Amateur Radio Newsline club call WA6ITF. Newslin...
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Episode 197 - Big Changes Coming to the National Contest Journal from 2020-01-24T02:00:03
The National Contest Journal is undergoing some major upgrades soon, and the Editor Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD is here to tell us all about it and take your calls LIVE!
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Episode 196 - Orlando Hamcation 2020 Preview from 2020-01-17T02:00:20
Michael Cauley, W4MCA, the chairman of Hamcation, is here to take your questions and to preview the Orlando Hamcation 2020! We'll talk about what's new, what's old, and what not to miss.
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Episode 195 - AMSAT 50th Anniversary Recap from 2020-01-10T02:00:08
Paul Stoetzer, N8HM is here from AMSAT to talk about the recent 50th anniversary celebration of AMSAT. Paul will take your questions live, and we'll also look to the next 50 years.
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Episode 194 - 12 Days of Christmas Special Event from 2019-12-20T02:00:04
Lou Maggio, NO2C, will be here to talk about the 12 Days of Christmas Special Event going on now, and a special event just for hams born on Christmas Day. We'll also have an update on other special...
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Episode 193 - Holiday Gift Ideas and Ham Holiday Traditions from 2019-12-13T02:00:12
Katie Allen, WY7YL from Ham Radio Outlet is here to talk about holiday gift ideas for hams! Also, we will reveal some special ham holiday traditions.
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Episode 192 - Youth on the Air Month from 2019-12-06T02:01:33
Bryant Rascoll, KG5HVO, the YOTA month coordinator for participation in the Americas will be on the show to talk about YOTA month and take your questions! We'll talk about the young people operatin...
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Episode 191 - Youth on the Air Camp from 2019-11-22T02:00:13
Jocelyn Brault, KD8VRX, Sam Rose, KC2LRC, and I are on the show to talk about Youth on the Air camp in the USA coming June 21-26. Call us with your questions about this camp coming to Cincinnati fo...
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Episode 190 - Making QST and On the Air Magazines from 2019-11-15T02:00:03
Becky Schoenfeld, W1BXY, the managing editor of QST magazine, is here to talk about what goes into making an edition of QST, and details about the new magazine coming in January, entitled On the Ai...
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Episode 189 - NTS Message Handling from 2019-11-08T02:00:24
Marcia Forde, KW1U is here to talk about NTS message handling! Never passed a formal message before? Marcia will be here to tell you how, and to answer your questions!
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Episode 188 - Stealth Antennas and HOAs from 2019-11-01T01:00:06
John Portune, W6NBC is here to talk about the challenges of having antennas in HOA restricted areas, and how antennas can blend in with the surroundings. Be sure to tune in to hear his ideas and ca...
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Episode 187 - Newsline ARC WA6ITF Memorial from 2019-10-25T01:00:02
Don Wilbanks, AE5DW is back to talk about the new Amateur Radio Newsline Amateur Radio Club, which has the callsign of its silent key founder, WA6ITF. We'll take a look back at Bill Pasternak's leg...
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Episode 186 - Augmented Reality in Contesting from 2019-10-18T01:00:11
Jeri Ellsworth, AI6TK and Amy Herndon, AI6ZU from TiltFive will be here to take your questions about using augmented reality in ham radio contesting! Their kickstarter campaign has taken off to bui...
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Episode 185 - Fall Special Events: Jamboree on the Air, Fall Out, and School Club Roundup from 2019-10-11T01:00:02
Three big special events are happening on the air this month!
First, Bill Stearns, NE4RD will talk about the 2019 K2BSA Jamboree on the Air. Then, Christian Cudnik, K0STH will talk about the...
Episode 184 - HamSci WWV Festival of Frequency Measurements from 2019-10-04T01:00:05
Dr. Nathaniel Frissell, W2NAF from Ham Radio Science Citizen Investigation is back to talk about the latest big research project... measuring a day in the life of the ionosphere. Tune in to hear wh...
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Episode 183 - The So Now What? Hosts from 2019-09-27T01:00:02
Joe Carcia, NJ1Q and Michelle Patnode, W3MVP, the hosts of the ARRL's newest podcast entitled "So Now What?" are here to talk about their show and addressing the issues of getting new or returning ...
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Episode 182 - Collegiate QSO Party 2019 from 2019-09-20T01:00:05
Team Milluzzi (Andy, KK4LWR and Tony, KD8RTT) is here to talk about the Collegiate QSO Party taking place this weekend! We'll have a look back at last year's inaugural event, what is happening thi...
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Episode 181 - WWV 100th Anniversary Special Event from 2019-09-13T01:00:08
WWV is turning 100 in about 3 weeks, and the special event station WW0WWV is coming together! Dave Swartz, W0DAS and Matt Deutch, N0RGT are here to fill us in on the details, how the test run went,...
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Episode 180 - Long Island CW Club from 2019-09-06T01:00:04
The Long Island CW Club and their online morse code classes are the topics on Ham Talk Live! this week. Howard Bernstein, WB2UZE and Rich Collins, K2UPS, the founders of the club, are here to take ...
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Episode 179 - Pitcairn Island DXpedition from 2019-08-30T01:00:11
Dr. Ralph Fedor, K0IR and Dr. Glenn Johnson, W0GJ are here to take your questions about their upcoming trip to Pitcairn Island for another big DXpedition. Tune in to find out about their plans for ...
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Episode 178 - A New Kit Preview with Joe, K0NEB from 2019-08-23T01:00:28
Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB, the kit building columnist at CQ Magazine is back to preview a new kit from Four State QRP Group. He will take your questions about the new kit, some kit building advice, and ...
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Episode 177 - Building a Modest Contest Station with BeLoud.us from 2019-08-16T01:00:03
Steve Narducci, W9SN from BeLoud.US Ham Radio will be on the show preparing for the Huntsville Hamfest this weekend. Last time, we talked about their build of a world class contest station. This we...
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Episode 176 - SMC Fest with Craig, K9CT from 2019-08-09T01:01:07
Craig Thompson, K9CT will be on to take your calls about SMC Fest! The Society of Midwest Contesters will host their annual conference in Normal, Illinois later this month, where you can learn abou...
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Episode 175 - Huntsville Hamfest Preview 2019 from 2019-08-02T01:05:05
Mark Brown, N4BCD, the chairman of the Huntsville Hamfest, is here to talk about this year's Huntsville Hamfest which will be held August 17th and 18th. Listen to the show to find out what's happen...
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Episode 174 - Hiram Percy Maxim Award Winner Ruth Willet, KM4LAO from 2019-07-26T01:00:42
2018 Hiram Percy Maxim Award winner Ruth Willet, KM4LAO is my guest tonight! We'll talk about the award, her school club, satellite operations, ARISS, and more. And as always, you can call in and a...
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Episode 173 - Live from World Scout Jamboree and YDXA Caracao from 2019-07-19T01:00:36
Tonight we will get updates from two youth oriented on the air activities. First, William Stearns, NE4RD will call in from the 24th World Scout Jamboree in West Virginia, where setup for NA1WJ is n...
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Episode 172 - ARRL Teachers Institute Live from Newington, CT from 2019-07-12T01:00:30
Ham Talk Live! is back after the holiday with a brand new episode LIVE on the road! The show will come to you from Newington, CT at the hotel for the 2019 ARRL Teachers Institute 2. Matt Severin, N...
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Episode 171 - World Scout Jamboree&WalMart Parking Lots on the Air 2019 from 2019-06-28T01:00:31
It's a busy time in ham radio, and we are cramming two topics into one show this week!
First, Bill Stearns, NE4RD, Mike Crownover, AD5A, and Jim Wilson, K5ND will be here to talk about ...
Episode 170 - Field Day Q&A 2019 from 2019-06-21T01:00:22
Did you run across a rule clarification for Field Day you forgot about? Need to ask a question? Tonight is your chance to get an answer. Bart Jahnke, W9JJ, the Radiosport and Field Services Manager...
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Episode 169 - Youth Contesting Program&YOTA Region 2 from 2019-06-14T01:00:35
Sterling Mann, N0SSC returns this week to give us an update on the Youth Contesting Program, and YARC's plans for the next round: the IARU HF Championships in July. Plus, YOTA Region 2 now has a we...
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Episode 168 - Starting Out with Transmitter Hunting from 2019-06-07T01:00:03
You'll have a chance to call in and talk to Joe Moell, K0OV to ask your direction finding questions! Joe is the man behind one of the leading resources on transmitter hunting, homingin.com. We'll t...
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Episode 167 - DigiComm Cafe from 2019-05-31T01:00
Denny Johnson, KD5DLJ, is on the show to take your questions about the DigiComm Cafe and the associated podcast, Radio on the Rocks. The DigiComm cafe is a digital voice connection between many dif...
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Episode 166 - EQUINOX: A Science Fiction Book with Ham Radio from 2019-05-24T01:00:08
Tonight you'll have a chance to call in and talk to the author of the science fiction book "Equinox", Dr. Dennis Barrett, N4ECW. The book features amateur radio as a lifeline for resisting an alien...
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Episode 165 - Road Trip to Hamvention 2019 LIVE from Dayton from 2019-05-17T01:00:28
We are coming to you LIVE from the SpringHill Suites in Miamisburg (Dayton, Ohio) getting YOU ready for Hamvention!
First, we will have the exclusive Hamvention weather forecast from Eri...
Episode 164 - Latest News from Hamvention 2019: Hamvention Preview from 2019-05-10T01:00:04
Hamvention Preview continues with Michael Kalter, W8CI with the latest developments from the Dayton Hamvention. Tune in for the latest news just one week away from the big event!
As always, we...
Episode 163 - WWV Centennial Celebration Forum: Hamvention Preview from 2019-05-03T00:59:58
Hamvention Preview continues this week on Ham Talk Live! Our guests are Matt Deutch, N0RGT, chief engineer of WWV, and Dave Swartz, W0DAS, from the WWV Centennial Celebration planning team! We'll t...
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Episode 162 - Award Winners: Hamvention Preview from 2019-04-26T01:00:01
On this week's Hamvention Preview show, Michael Kalter, W8CI is here with Dr. Nathaniel Frissell, W2NAF., this year's Amateur of the Year Award recipient. We will also hear about all the other awar...
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Episode 161 - AMSAT Academy: Hamvention Preview from 2019-04-19T01:02:43
HAMVENTION PREVIEW IS HERE! We are kicking off the first week of Hamvention preview with Paul Stoetzer, N8HM, who will be on Ham Talk Live! to take your calls about the AMSAT Academy and other acti...
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Episode 160 - 75th Anniversary of Voice of America Bethany Station from 2019-04-12T01:00:11
Melinda Zemper, Jocelyn Brault, KD8VRX, and Lee Hite, K8CLI will be on the show to talk about the 75th anniversary of the Voice of America Bethany Relay Station and the celebration at the now Natio...
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Episode 159 - EmComm-1 from 2019-04-05T01:00:02
Emmett Hohensee, W0QH will be here to take your calls about EmComm-1! EmComm-1 is an inter-operable communications van that can be deployed to connect air, land, and sea communications when needed....
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Episode 158 - SatNOGS Dashboard from 2019-03-29T01:00
Corey Shields, KB9JHU will be here to take your questions and comments about SatNOGS new dashboard! The dashboard allows crowd sourcing of satellite data, and provides visuals to show patterns in t...
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Episode 157 - Youth Contest Team for CQWW WPX at K3LR "Team Exuberance" from 2019-03-22T01:00:02
Marty Sullaway, NN1C (ex-KC1CWF) and Bryant Rascoll, KG5HVO, members of "Team Exuberance", a team of experienced youth contesters that will participate in the CQ WorldWide WPX contest at the end of...
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Episode 156 - Traveling Abroad with Ham Radio from 2019-03-15T01:00:20
Dan Henderson, N1ND, the ARRL Regulatory Information Manager, will take your calls about traveling outside of the USA with ham radio! We will mostly talk about licensing issues such as reciprocal o...
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Episode 155 - YARC Youth Contesting Program from 2019-03-08T02:00:03
Sterling Mann, N0SSC from YARC.world will take your calls about YARC's Youth Contesting Program! YARC is pairing contest stations with youth operators to provide contesting education and opportunit...
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Episode 154 - Operating Portable Events from 2019-03-01T02:00:01
Sean Kutzko, KX9X will take your calls about operating portable! We’ll be talking up portable #hamradio, including gear, strategies, operating programs like CNPOTA and US Islands, and ways to make ...
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Episode 153 - Ham Radio Dating Stories from 2019-02-15T02:00:26
Since this week's episode lands on Valentine's Day, we have a special show planned! It's OPEN LINES... and we want to hear your ham radio dating stories!!! It can be good or bad.... but let's hear ...
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Episode 152 - North American Collegiate Championships from 2019-02-08T01:59:57
Craig Thompson, K9CT from the Society of Midwest Contesters will take your calls about the SSB and RTTY North American Collegiate Championships for 2019! And the faculty sponsor of this year's SSB ...
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Episode 151 - ARISS Update with Frank Bauer, KA3HDO from 2019-02-01T02:00:12
Frank Bauer, KA3HDO, the international chairman of the Amateur Radio on the International Space Station program, is back to take your calls about ARISS! We'll talk about the latest on the equipment...
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Episode 150 - Latest News from the Orlando Hamcation from 2019-01-25T02:00:07
Michael Cauley, W4MCA will take your questions about the Orlando Hamcation! Michael will give us the very latest news just 2 weeks before the big event!
Be sure to CALL in with your ques...
Episode 149 - Live Online Contest Scoreboard from 2019-01-18T02:00:28
Victor Androsov, VA2WA, and Randy Thompson, K5ZD are taking your calls about real-time contest scoring! This team from contestonlinescore.com has developed a system for contests to have a running s...
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Episode 148 - Pico Ballooning from 2019-01-11T02:00:02
Bill Brown, WB8ELK, the father of high altitude ballooning is here to take your questions about pico ballooning. Bill will talk about what the differences are with pico balloons, and how to do a la...
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Episode 147 - Aboard the Queen Mary, W6RO from 2019-01-04T02:00:15
Patrick Stoddard, WD9EWK, Endaf Buckley, N6UTC, and David Akins N6HHR will take your calls and questions about ham radio on the RMS Queen Mary (W6RO). Patrick and Endaf recently made a trip to the ...
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Episode 146 - Making the Most of Satellite Time from 2018-12-28T02:00:14
Drew Glasbrenner, KO4MA, from AMSAT is here to talk your calls about getting the most out of satellite time. We'll talk about what to say, when to say it, and other etiquette and protocol issues so...
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Episode 145 - High Altitude Ballooning from 2018-12-21T02:00:03
Josh Ward, W3ARD will take your questions about High Altitude Ballooning! We'll talk about what it takes to launch a balloon, how to do cross band repeating from the balloon, as well as APRS tracki...
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Episode 144 - BeLoud Contest Station Build from 2018-12-14T02:00
Tonight we're getting LOUD with Steve Narducci, W9SN & Fred Dennin, WW4LL of the BeLoud Contest Station in Maine! We'll talk about the construction of station, how design for DXing and contesting d...
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Episode 143 - AMSAT Through the Years from 2018-12-07T02:00:02
Keith Baker, KB1SF from AMSAT will take your questions and comments. Keith will take a look back at the history of AMSAT, and how the organization keeps running and producing and maintaining more s...
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Episode 142 - 3.916 Santa Net from 2018-11-30T02:00:17
We are back from Thanksgiving with a fresh, new episode! The 3.916 Santa Net will be our topic. One of the net controls will join us, and we will attempt to contact the North Pole and talk to Santa...
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Episode 141 - Planning Your Trip to the Orlando Hamcation from 2018-11-16T02:00:03
Michael Cauley, W4MCA, the chairman of Orlando Hamcation, is here to take your calls and questions about Hamcation! Michael has a major announcement to make on the program. We will talk about plann...
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Episode 140 - Kits for the Holidays from 2018-11-09T02:00:04
Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB will take your questions about Kits for the Holidays! Several exciting new kits are out recently, and we'll talk about them and give you a run down of kit builder gift ideas.
Episode 139 - News&Views with CQ's Rich Moseson, W2VU from 2018-11-02T01:00:02
Rich Moseson, W2VU from CQ Magazine joins us for some news & views, including the FCC's recent import warning and the possible shutdown of WWV. We also dive into CQ World Wide, and of course take y...
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Episode 138 - Ducie Island VP6D DXpedition LIVE from 2018-10-26T00:59:56
The VP6D Ducie Island DXpedition is the topic this week on Ham Talk Live! Glenn Petri, KE4KY, the chief pilot of the DXpedition, will join us on the show to tell us all about it and take your call...
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Episode 137 - Linux in the Ham Shack from 2018-10-19T01:00:01
Get your geek on because the Linux in the Ham Shack Podcast crew joins Ham Talk Live! for some computing tips, tricks, and some digital mode discussion. Call in with your questions live for Russ Wo...
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Episode 136 - 2018 Jamboree on the Air from 2018-10-12T01:00:18
Jim Wilson, K5ND and William Stearns, NE4RD will take your calls about the 2018 World Scout Jamboree On The Air - JOTA! JOTA/JOTI is coming up October 19-21, and we'll talk about it and how you can...
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Episode 135 - Portable Satellite Ops with Patrick, WD9EWK from 2018-10-05T01:00:01
Patrick Stoddard, WD9EWK/VA7EWK will take your questions about operating satellite on the road! Patrick has logged thousands of miles on his portable gear, and he will give us some tips and some in...
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Episode 134 - Fall Out III with Christian, K0STH from 2018-09-28T01:00:02
Christian Cudnik, K0STH from 100 Watts and a Wire is back to talk about the 3rd edition of the annual Fall Out! It's an operating activity to encourage portable operations and enjoy the arrival of ...
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Episode 133 - Baker Island DXpedition Wrap Up from 2018-09-21T01:00:03
Don Greenbaum, N1DG is back to give us a report on the KH1/KH7Z Baker Island DXpedition! Don will take your questions about the trip, the operations, and the QSLs! Be sure to join us for some amazi...
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Episode 132 - US Coast Guard Cutter Courier exhibit at the Voice of America Museum from 2018-09-14T01:00:05
Lee Hite, K8CLI from the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting is on tonight to take your questions about the US Coast Guard Cutter Courier's role in radio & the Voice of America and the...
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Episode 131 - Collegiate QSO Party from 2018-09-07T00:59:55
Andy Milluzzi, KK4LWR is back once again! This time, he will take your questions about the Collegiate QSO Party! This new contest revolving around university amateur radio clubs and alumni makes ...
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Episode 130 - Dayton, Orlando, and Huntsville Hamfests Work Together from 2018-08-31T01:00:03
Michael Kalter, W8CI; Michael Cauley, W4MCA; and Mark Brown, N4BCD are here to talk about the Dayton Hamvention, Orlando Hamcation, and Huntsville Hamfest. We'll bring you up to date on how things ...
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Episode 129 - What's Up with 'Please Copy'? from 2018-08-24T01:00:03
Ward Silver, N0AX is here to talk about why some contesters and other operators don't like people saying things like "Please Copy" and looking at other ways that hams can be more efficient communic...
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Episode 128 - Logging Options with Val, NV9L from 2018-08-17T01:00:07
Valerie Hotzfeld, NV9L is on the air to talk about logging software and incorporating Logbook of the World. We will compare and contrast some common logging programs, and take your questions LIVE o...
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Episode 127 - Newsline Young Ham of the Year 2018 Bryant Rascoll, KG5HVO from 2018-08-10T01:00:02
We are joined by the 2018 Bill Pasternak, WA6ITF Memorial Amateur Radio Newsline Young Ham of the Year Award winner Bryant Rascoll, KG5HVO and Don Wilbanks, AE5DW from Amateur Radio Newsline. We'll...
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Episode 126 - Huntsville Hamfest 2018 Preview from 2018-08-03T01:00:09
The Huntsville Hamfest is our topic on this week's Ham Talk Live! Mark Brown, N4BCD is on the show tonight to preview the hamfest and take your questions. And with all of our summer shows, one luck...
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Episode 125 - Vacation with D.E.A.R.S. from 2018-07-27T01:00:08
We are coming to you LIVE from Disney World! The good folks at D.E.A.R.S. are hosting us in their ham shack, and we will talk about vacationing in Florida with ham radio, and what D.E.A.R.S. does a...
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Episode 124 - NASA On the Air Update from 2018-07-20T01:00:03
Back at the usual time tonight, our guests are from NASA on the Air! Dr. Rob Suggs, KB5EZ, from Marshall Space Flight Center; Mike Logan, KM4WUO from Langley Research Center; and Tanner Jones, W9T...
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Episode 123 - Live from WRTC in Germany from 2018-07-12T12:00:08
Ed Durrant, DD5LP is our link to the World Radiosport Team Championship in Wittenberg, Germany this morning, as we bring you this episode at a special time of 8 am Eastern! Ed has both organizers a...
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Episode 122 - System Fusion from 2018-07-06T01:00:11
Tonight, Cory Sickles, WA3UVV will take your questions about System Fusion! We'll talk about how it works, and how it compares to other digital voice modes.
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Episode 121 - Baker Island DXpedition LIVE from 2018-06-29T01:00:19
Marty Sullaway, KC1CWF along with Don Greenbaum, N1DG and the KH1/KH7Z Baker Island DXpedition operating team will join us and take your calls! The team is scheduled to be on the island by satellit...
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Episode 120 - Field Day Q&A 2018 from 2018-06-22T01:00:04
Last minute questions about Field Day? What class should your group run? How do I operate from home? How many bonus points can you get for emergency power? Ask all your Field Day questions right he...
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Episode 119 - Adventures to Bouvet with Ralph, K0IR from 2018-06-15T01:00:03
Dr. Ralph Fedor, K0IR, will be here to tell us about the adventures on the trip to Bouvet Island and back, and what the future may hold for their DXpedition plan. We will take your calls live, as u...
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Episode 118 - WRTC 2018 Competitors: From the NCJ from 2018-06-08T01:00:03
The editor of the National Contest Journal, Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD, and deputy editor Dr. Fred Regennitter, K4IU join us to talk about the human side of the World Radiosport Team Championships... t...
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Episode 117 - WalMart Parking Lots on the Air: The Next One from 2018-06-01T01:00:24
Adam Whitney, K0FFY and Josh Ward, W3ARD from the Wal-Mart Parking Lots on the Air group will take your calls, take a look back at the event, and look to the next one coming up in July!
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Episode 116 - AmateurRadio.com from 2018-05-25T01:00:06
Matt Thomas, W1MST, the managing editor at AmateurRadio.com will take your questions about his blog and how you can set up your own ham radio blog!
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Episode 115 - LIVE from Dayton! Weather, Traffic, Parking, and Event Info from 2018-05-18T01:00:14
We are LIVE from the SpringHill Suites in Miamisburg (Dayton, Ohio) getting YOU ready for Hamvention!
We have an exclusive Hamvention weather forecast from Eric Elwell, KD4BNT, StormCen...
Episode 114 - Latest Hamvention News with W8CI from 2018-05-11T01:00:09
Michael Kalter, W8CI will take your questions about the latest upgrades to the fairgrounds for Hamvention, and have the latest news just one week before the big event! And, we'll preview the Hamven...
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Episode 113 - Going Shopping with W5OV: Hamvention Preview from 2018-05-04T01:00:03
Bob Naumann, W5OV of DX Engineering will take your questions about shopping at Hamvention! We'll talk about new products, deals, and strategies to get the most out of your shopping experience.
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Episode 112 - Youth Forum: Hamvention Preview from 2018-04-27T00:59:59
Hamvention Preview continues with the Youth Forum! Carole Perry, WB2MGP and her young guest Mason Matrazzo, KM4SII (one of the speakers at the forum) will be here to preview the instructors forum a...
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BONUS - Wal-Mart Parking Lots on the Air (WMPLOTA) from 2018-04-26T22:59:57
Tonight we have a special, mini episode of HTL about the Wal-Mart Parking Lots on the Air event this weekend (April 28 and 29, 2018)! WMPLOTA is a big hit with satellite operators, and I'll talk a...
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Episode 111 - Award Winners NV9L and W1YW: Hamvention Preview from 2018-04-20T01:00:17
The co-chair of the Dayton Hamvention Awards Committee Michael Kalter, W8CI is on the show to talk about all the Dayton Hamvention award winners for 2018, and we also have the Amateur of the Year V...
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Episode 110 - Contest University, SuperSuite, and Dinners with K3LR: Hamvention Preview from 2018-04-13T01:00:03
Tim Duffy, K3LR, will take your questions about Contest University, the Contest SuperSuite, and the Contest and DX Dinners during the 2018 Dayton Hamvention weekend!
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Episode 109 - Four Days in May: Hamvention Preview from 2018-04-06T01:00:04
We kick off our 2018 Hamvention Preview with Norman Schklar, WA4ZXV coming on the show to talk about QRP-ARCI's Four Days in May, a collection of QRP events and Build-A-Thon! Norm is here to take y...
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Episode 108 - AMSAT Satellite Operations with Drew, KO4MA from 2018-03-30T01:00:02
Vice President of AMSAT for Operations Drew Glasbrenner, KO4MA is here to take your questions about how AMSAT keeps satellites going for use by the amateur radio community.
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Episode 107 - CW Ops with Rob, K6RB from 2018-03-23T01:00:05
Rob Brownstein, K6RB will be here to take your questions about the CW Operators' Club! CW Ops supports many morse code initiatives, such as CW Academy for learning the code, CW contests, and online...
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Episode 106 - Local and Regional SKYWARN Nets from 2018-03-16T01:00:21
John Mills, KC9BRX from Central Indiana SKYWARN will be on the show to talk about local and regional SKYWARN Nets. We will talk about what they do, and how to properly run an efficient and accurate...
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Episode 105 - Using Winlink from 2018-03-09T02:00:04
Steve Waterman, K4CJX & Phil Sherrod, W4PHS will take your calls about Winlink! Learn how Winlink can send email and files over radio, and how it can be used in emergencies.
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Episode 104 - Collegiate Amateur Radio Initiative (CARI) from 2018-03-02T02:00:02
Andy Milluzzi, KK4LWR from the ARRL Collegiate Amateur Radio Initiative (CARI) is on the show tonight. CARI is a group that is helping universities to revitalize their campus groups and stations, a...
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Episode 103 - Changes to Hamvention Update from 2018-02-23T02:00:03
Michael Kalter, W8CI, the official spokesperson of the Dayton Hamvention is here to talk about how the changes are coming along to the Hamvention and the fairgrounds. You can call in with your ques...
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Episode 102 - Recognizing our Young Hams with AE5DW from 2018-02-16T02:20:10
Don Wilbanks, AE5DW is back, and we will be talking about all kinds of ways our young hams are being recognized... scholarships, awards, and of course the big one... the Bill Pasternak Memorial Ama...
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Episode 101 - Science Learned from the Solar Eclipse QSO Party from 2018-02-09T02:00:12
Dr. Nathaniel Frissell, W2NAF is here from HamSCI to discuss his findings from the Solar Eclipse QSO Party in August! Tune in and ask your questions about ham radio helps make scientific discoverie...
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Episode 100 - Bouvet Island DXpedition LIVE update from 2018-02-02T02:00:03
Tonight, we get an update from some of the 3Y0Z - Bouvet Island DXpedition 2018 team about how the trip is going and when you will have a chance to work them! We will have the lead pilot, Valerie H...
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Episode 99 - Receiver Comparisons including the IC-7610 with Rob Sherwood, NC0B from 2018-01-26T02:00:08
Rob Sherwood, NC0B of Sherwood Engineering is here to talk about his latest analysis of receivers, including the new Icom 7610. We will talk about comparing the 7610 to the 7300 and other receivers...
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Episode 98 - Building Satellites with Jerry, N0JY of AMSAT Engineering from 2018-01-19T02:00:11
Jerry Buxton, N0JY the vice president for engineering at AMSAT is here to talk your calls and talk about the process of building amateur radio satellites, and the latest on the newest bird, Fox 1D ...
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Episode 97 - World Radiosport Team Championships with Doug, K1DG from 2018-01-12T02:00:04
Tonight, Doug Grant, K1DG takes your questions about the World Radiosport Team Championships! WRTC 2018 is just around the corner in Germany, and the teams are already preparing. Doug is a past win...
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Episode 96 - A New Year of New Kits with Joe, K0NEB from 2018-01-05T02:00:03
Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB, the kit building editor at CQ Amateur Radio Magazine is back to talk about a new year of new kits! We'll also talk about enclosures for your kits, and maybe even his new Dr. S...
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Episode 95 - The Daily DX with Bernie, W3UR from 2017-12-29T01:59:57
Bernie McClenny, W3UR will take your questions LIVE on this week's episode of Ham Talk Live! We will be talking all things DX... upcoming DX opportunities, tips to working DX, getting DXCC on a bud...
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Episode 94 - Antenna Installs, the Batfish, and a Gift from RadioWavz from 2017-12-22T02:00:08
Emmett Hohensee III, W0QH, the chief engineer at RadioWavz, has rescheduled to be on the show this week. We will talk about some of his exotic antenna installation trips, including the Pearl Harbor...
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Episode 93 - New National Contest Journal Editor Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD from 2017-12-15T02:00:07
Tonight on Ham Talk Live!, Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD calls in, as our scheduled guest tonight was not available. Scott is the new editor of the National Contest Journal. We talk about some upgrades ...
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Episode 92 - NASA On the Air from 2017-12-08T02:00:04
This episode of Ham Talk Live! is truly out of this world! Dr. Rob Suggs, KB5EZ, from NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center, Kevin Zari, KK4YEL from Kennedy Space Center, and Peter Fetterer, KB3GTN f...
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Episode 91 - Bouvet Island DXpedition Update with K0IR from 2017-12-01T02:00:39
Ralph Fedor, K0IR, is back to give us an update on the Bouvet Island DXpedition that will be happening at the end of January. Ralph will take your questions LIVE on the show about this exciting jou...
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Episode 90 - Remote Hams from 2017-11-17T02:00:04
Scott Avery, WA6LIE is here to take your questions about Remote Hams, a framework for using stations remotely. It's a great way for people who can't put up antennas or isn't in the propagation line...
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Episode 89 - Puerto Rico Disaster Communications with Val, NV9L from 2017-11-10T02:00:04
Valerie Hotzfeld, NV9L is here to talk about the trip to Puerto Rico for disaster communications. She will talk about the work that was done, and give us a first hand insight into how things are on...
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Episode 88 - KH1 Baker Island DXpedition with N1DG from 2017-11-03T01:01:02
Don Greenbaum, N1DG will take your calls about the KH1 - Baker Island DXpedition 2018 and has a big announcement to make!
Be sure to CALL in with your questions and comments by calling 8...
Episode 87 - New 2018 ARRL Handbook with Editor Ward Silver, N0AX from 2017-10-27T01:00:07
Ward Silver, N0AX will take your questions about the new 2018 ARRL Handbook. Ward is the editor of this major revision, and will be here to tell us all about it.
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Episode 86 - Getting Started with Satellites with KX9X from 2017-10-20T01:09:21
Sean Kutzko, KX9X, joins us once again... but this time to talk about getting started with satellite operations! So if you want to know how to get started, be sure to tune in and call in with your ...
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Episode 85 - NASA Johnson Space Center ARC 50th Anniversary from 2017-10-13T01:00:01
Ken Goodwin, K5RG is here to talk your calls about the 50th Anniversary of the NASA Johnson Space Center Amateur Radio Club, W5RRR and their Special Event station coming up this weekend!
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Episode 84 - Fallout II from 100 Watts and a Wire's K0STH from 2017-10-06T01:00:05
Christian Cudnik, K0STH is our guest tonight! He will be talking about an event called Fallout that is happening this weekend on HF! And Christian, the host of 100 Watts and a Wire, will take your ...
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Episode 83 - HandiHams Brings Ham Radio to People with Disabilities from 2017-09-29T01:00:17
Lucinda Moody, AB8WF, the Courage Kenny HandiHam Program Coordinator is here to talk about ways to help bring ham radio to people with disabilities. Be sure to join us and call in to ask your quest...
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Episode 82 - Public Relations and Great Lakes HamCon with W9WSW from 2017-09-22T01:00:19
Scott Westerman, W9WSW is on the big show to talk about Ham Radio Public Relations and also the upcoming Great Lakes Ham Convention! Tune in to get some ideas of how to make your club more visible ...
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Episode 81 - Celebration at the National Voice of America Museum from 2017-09-15T01:00:02
Tonight the guys from the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting in West Chester, Ohio stop by to talk about the new Powel Crosley exhibit and their big gala celebrating the 75th annivers...
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Episode 80 - Hurricane Nets Live Update from 2017-09-08T01:00:03
Bobby Graves, KB5HAV from the Hurricane Watch Net and Lloyd Colston, KC5FM from the VoIP Hurricane Net will be on the show to give an update on the status of their respective nets as we now have 3 ...
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Episode 79 - Youth DX Adventure to Costa Rica from 2017-09-01T01:00:25
Tonight on Ham Talk Live, you'll have a chance to call in and talk with some of the members of the Dave Kalter Memorial Youth DX Adventure team 2017 that went to Costa Rica. Team members this year ...
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Episode 78 - Latest Changes at WWV from 2017-08-25T00:59:56
WWV Chief Engineer Matt Deutch, N0RGT joins us to tell us about some of the latest changes happening at WWV! So if you have the time, listen in about the station that's all time... all the time! Th...
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Episode 77 - Quarter Century Wireless Association from 2017-08-18T01:00:16
Ken Oelke, VE6AFO, the president of the Quarter Century Wireless Assn. is on Ham Talk Live! to take your calls! We will be talking about the many outreach opportunities that QCWA is involved in, su...
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Episode 76 - Huntsville Hamfest Preview 2017 from 2017-08-11T01:00:03
Tonight, it's a preview of the Huntsville Hamfest! Chairman Dave Givens, K5RSI is on the phone to take your calls and tell us about what's happening at this year's hamfest which takes place August ...
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Episode 75 - The Ham Band from 2017-08-04T01:00:15
Tonight on Ham Talk Live!, we visit with another famous Ham Radio music group! The Ham Band is with us LIVE from Denmark! We will talk about their music, their contest station, and how their viral ...
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Episode 74 - Solar Eclipse QSO Party from 2017-07-28T01:00:03
SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT ECLIPSE SAFETY INFO!!!
Sam Rose, KC2LRC is back on the show to talk about the upcoming solar eclipse QSO Party on August 21! We will talk about how it works, and...
Episode 73.5 - A Tribute to Dad, WB9UKG from 2017-07-21T00:59:57
Tonight's show is a shortened, pre-recorded broadcast remembering the life of my father, Delbert Rapp, WB9UKG, who became a silent key early Monday morning. I talk about his start in ham radio, an...
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Episode 73 - NetLogger with author John Marvin, AC0ZG from 2017-07-14T01:00:01
John Marvin, AC0ZG, the author of NetLogger will be on Ham Talk Live! to talk about how NetLogger can help your net and how to make it happen!
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Episode 72 - Making Kit Building Easier and New Kits with Joe, K0NEB from 2017-07-07T01:00:14
Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB is back to talk about the latest kits on the market and ways to make kit building easier! Call in with your questions about building kits!
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Episode 71 - National Boy Scout Jamboree and JOTA/JOTI with Jim Wilson, K5ND from 2017-06-30T01:00:06
Jim Wilson, K5ND talks about the upcoming National Boy Scout Jamboree, as well as the Jamboree On The Air (JOTA) and Jamboree on the Internet (JOTI) in October!
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Episode 70 - Field Day Q&A 2017 with Sean Kutzko, KX9X from 2017-06-23T01:00:18
Sean Kutzko, KX9X from ARRL will take your Field Day questions on Ham Talk Live! We'll talk a little about Field Day, but once again this year we hope to keep most of the time for YOUR questions an...
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Episode 69 - Hamvention 'Rapp' Up with Michael Kalter, W8CI from 2017-06-16T01:00:18
Michael Kalter, W8CI, the official spokesperson of the Dayton Hamvention, will return to give us a wrap-up of this year's Hamvention and some ideas for improvements. If you have a question or comme...
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Episode 68 - 13 Year Old CW Op Bryant Rascoll, KG5HVO from 2017-06-09T01:00:12
Bryant Rascoll, KG5HVO is a 13 year old CW operator and contester, who was making his CW contacts using his microphone button until he was presented with a very special surprise at Contest Universi...
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Episode 67 - CQ DX Hall of Fame Inductee Jerry Rosalius, WB9Z from 2017-06-02T01:00:03
Jerry Rosalius, WB9Z is our guest on the show to talk about his recent induction into the CQ DX Hall of Fame and his DXpeditions!
Be sure to CALL in with your questions and comments by c...
Episode 66 - The Search for Amelia Earhart with NY0V from 2017-05-26T00:59:57
Tom Vinson, NY0V makes his second appearance on the show... this time talking about a recent search for Amelia Earhart's plane and how ham radio ties into the search.
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Episode 65 - Road Trippin' to Hamvention from 2017-05-19T01:00:02
Tonight, we are LIVE from Dayton at the SpringHill Suites Hotel in Miamisburg at 417 N. Springboro Pike, just north of the Dayton Mall. If you are in the Dayton area, please stop by and be on the s...
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Episode 64 - Hamvention Award Winners 2017 from 2017-05-12T01:00:02
We continue our Dayton Hamvention preview as we will introduce this year’s Hamvention award winners to you. We are joined once again by Michael Kalter, W8CI, the official spokesperson of the Dayton...
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Episode 63 - The Latest Hamvention Update from DARA from 2017-05-05T01:00:08
DARA officer Michael Kalter, W8CI, the official spokesperson for Dayton Hamvention, is here to talk about the latest news about this year's plans and take your questions! We talk about the flea ma...
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Episode 62 - Spurious Emissions Band - Hamvention Preview #3 from 2017-04-28T01:00:03
ROCK ON! Tonight the Spurious Emissions Band is our guest. They will be talking about their band members, their music, and their upcoming annual concert at the Contest SuperSuite during Hamvention ...
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Episode 61 - Youth and Instructors Forums with Carole Perry, WB2MGP from 2017-04-21T00:59:59
Carole Perry, WB2MGP returns to talk about her upcoming Youth Forum and Instructors Forum at this year's Dayton Hamvention! Carole also surprises us with the announcement of this year's Young Ham ...
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Episode 60 - Contest University 2017 with Tim Duffy, K3LR from 2017-04-14T01:00:04
Our first official Hamvention Preview show for 2017!
Tim Duffy, K3LR is here to talk about Contest University! And, your first chance to CALL IN AND WIN in our Hamvention Preview Radiow...
Episode 59 - Spring Antenna Projects with Emmett, W0QH from Radiowavz from 2017-04-07T01:00:03
Emmett Hohensee III, W0QH, the Chief Engineer at RadioWavz antennas is back to take more questions about your spring antenna projects and maintenance. We will also be discussing some of his exotic ...
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Episode 58 - Ham Nation #300 and YHOTY Nominations with Don Wilbanks, AE5DW from 2017-03-31T00:59:58
Our friend Don Wilbanks, AE5DW dares to come back on the show yet again to talk about the upcoming Ham Nation episode #300 and nominations for the Amateur Radio Newsline Bill Pasternak Young Ham of...
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Episode 57 - Contest Antenna Array and NCJ with Pat Barkey, N9RV from 2017-03-24T01:00:03
Pat Barkey, N9RV is our guest tonight. Pat is the editor of the National Contest Journal (NCJ), and has a unique antenna array for contesting in Montana.
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Episode 56 - VoIP Hurricane Net from 2017-03-17T01:01:21
Robert Macedo, KD1CY and Lloyd Colston, KC5FM talk about the Voice over IP Hurricane Net tonight. We will talk about how you can listen and participate in the net over EchoLink and IRLP, and take q...
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Episode 55 - Ham Radio on the ISS with Frank Bauer, KA3HDO from 2017-03-10T02:01:46
Frank Bauer, KA3HDO, is here to talk about the replacement of ham radio equipment on board the International Space Station, and how it affects us hams back here on Earth.
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Episode 54 - Dayton Hamvention Update with Michael Kalter, W8CI from 2017-03-03T02:00:06
Michael Kalter, W8CI, the official spokesperson for the Dayton Hamvention is on the show to give us the latest news on the plans for Hamvention at it's new home! Tune in for the interview, followed...
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Episode 53 - Heard Island DXpedition and Research with Dr. Bill Mitchell, AE0EE from 2017-02-23T01:00:01
Our guest is Dr. Bill Mitchell, AE0EE, who was a member of the Heard Island DXpedition team who also completed scientific work while on the trip as well.
We will take your questions and ...
Episode 52 - DXing with Fred Regennitter, K4IU from 2017-02-17T02:00:14
it's DX night! We'll be talking with Fred Regennitter, DDS, K4IU, about how to best get that DX, and his operations from the Canal Zone, Korea, and more!
CALL us with your questions and...
Episode 51 - DXpedition Logistics with George Nicholson, N4GRN from 2017-02-10T02:00:02
You've heard about many top 10 wanted DXpeditions over the past year on Ham Talk Live! Tonight, meet the guy who does the packing and logistics for many of those high profile trips. George Nicholso...
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Episode 50 - Joe Goes to Xenia: A Sneak Peek at Hamvention’s New Home from 2017-02-03T01:59:59
Tonight we're gearing up for the Dayton Hamvention! Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB, is here to tell us about his recent trip to Xenia, OH and the Greene County Fairgrounds, which is the new home of Hamventio...
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Episode 49 - Ham Radio from the ISS and Explore/Create with Richard Garriott, W5KWQ from 2017-01-27T02:00:03
Richard Garriott de Cayeux, W5KWQ talks about operating ham radio from the International Space Station and his new book, Explore/Create! We will take your calls, and even take a trip down memory la...
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Episode 48 - Sunspots and Propagation with Carl Luetzelschwab, K9LA from 2017-01-20T02:00:20
Carl Luetzelschwab, K9LA, is here to take your questions about sunspot cycles and how they affect radio propagation.
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Episode 47 - Setting Up a D-STAR Radio with John Davis, WB4QDX from 2017-01-13T02:00:01
Have a D-STAR rig and have no idea how to use it? Need help with D-STAR? John Davis, WB4QDX joins us to talk about how to setup a D-STAR rig and take your questions LIVE!
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Episode 46 - Receiver Comparisons and Beverage antennas with Dave Anderson, K4SV from 2017-01-06T02:00
Dave Anderson, K4SV, is here to take your questions about receiver comparisons and Beverage antennas! So grab your favorite beverage, sit back, relax, and call with your Beverage antenna questions...
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Episode 45 - Antenna Building with Emmett Hohensee, W0QH from Radiowavz from 2016-12-30T02:02:39
Emmett Hohensee III W0QH, Chief Engineer at Radiowavz takes your questions on the show about Antenna Building! We will be talking how to make antennas from stuff you likely have lying around the ho...
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Episode 44 - The Meaning of 75 with CARF President Brian Linn, KD0HII from 2016-12-23T02:00:02
I’ve been signing off the show each week with 73 and 75, and many of you have asked what the 75 means. Listen to the show to find out with our guest, Brian Linn, KD0HII, the president of Christian ...
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Episode 43 - Growing Your Club and Ham Radio Comedy with Rick Garrett, N9GSU from 2016-12-16T02:00:26
Rick Garrett, N9GSU is our guest tonight! Rick talks about ways to help your ham radio club grow and keep its members, and some HAM RADIO COMEDY! And after his routine, we take YOUR calls about the...
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Episode 42 - Hurricane Watch Net with Bobby Graves, KB5HAV from 2016-12-09T02:00:05
Tonight our guest is Bobby Graves, KB5HAV, the manager of the Hurricane Watch Net. We'll be talking Emergency Communications, how the HWN works, and how you can help! Call in with your questions ...
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Episode 41 - Key Collector and Retired ARRL COO Harold Kramer, WJ1B from 2016-12-02T01:59:49
Harold Kramer, WJ1B, recently retired COO of ARRL and morse code key collector is here to take your questions! We'll be talking about his telegraphy equipment collection, as well as memories from A...
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Thanksgiving 2016&Shirt sale from 2016-11-24T03:31:26
Just a quick note that the show is taking Thanksgiving off, so give thanks today for all we are blessed with. Also, there's another round of shirt ordering going on now. So listen for details.
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Episode 40 - Last Man Standing producer John Amodeo, NN6JA from 2016-11-18T01:59:58
ABC hit television show Last Man Standing producer John Amodeo, NN6JA takes your calls! John will talk about how ham radio became part of the show, how to work their station on the set of the show...
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Episode 39 - Open Lines Thursday! from 2016-11-11T02:00:02
After some serious thought, I've decided tonight's show is going to be what I hoped to do since I started it. It's Open Lines Thursday! Call in and talk about whatever ham radio topic you want. We ...
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Episode 38 - Author of "Contact Sport" J.K. George, N3BB from 2016-11-04T01:00:03
Tonight on Ham Talk Live, listen to noted author J.K. George, N3BB talk about his book entitiled "Contact Sport". The book is a ham radio story about the WRTC championships. He will also take your ...
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Episode 37 - Software Defined Radio with FlexRadio founder Gerald Youngblood, K5SDR from 2016-10-28T01:00:03
Gerald Youngblood, K5SDR, is here to talk about founding his company, FlexRadio, and how SDR technology is changing ham radio.
We will take your calls live at 812-NET-HAM-1 and on Skype...
Episode 36 - Getting Started with D-STAR with W8KWA from 2016-10-21T01:00:07
Tonight's topic is Getting Started with D-STAR. Charles Johnston III, W8KWA, will be here to talk about how to get your new D-STAR rig configured and on the air using digital voice technology. He i...
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Episode 35 - Setting Up a Remote Operation with Marty Sullaway, KC1CWF from 2016-10-14T01:00:01
Marty Sullaway, KC1CWF is here to talk about getting started with remote operations! So if you want to set up your shack to remote control, or are interested in operating by remote... call in with ...
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Episode 34 - School Club Roundup with Lew Malchick, N2RQ from 2016-10-07T01:00:05
Lew Malchick, N2RQ will be here to talk about the upcoming School Club Roundup October 17-21. Find out what it's all about, and get on the air and give those schools some contacts! And if you're a ...
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Episode 33 - Bouvet Island DXpedition with Ralph Fedor, K0IR from 2016-09-30T01:00:30
This week on Ham Talk Live! the leader of the upcoming Bouvet Island DXpedition, Ralph Fedor, K0IR, is my guest to talk about the adventures of DXpeditions, the challenges specific to Bouvet Island...
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Episode 32 - FALLOUT with 100 Watts and a Wire Host Christian Cudnik, K0STH from 2016-09-23T01:00:42
Tonight on Ham Talk Live!, the host of the wildly successful podcast 100 Watts and a Wire, Christian Cudnik, K0STH joins us to talk about his podcast, the 100WAAW community, and especially to promo...
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Episode 31 - Newsline Young Ham of the Year 2016 Skyler Fennell, KD0WHB from 2016-09-16T01:00:03
Tonight we are joined by Skyler Fennell, KD0WHB, the 2016 Bill Pasternak Amateur Radio Newsline Young Ham of the Year Award winner! Caryn Eve Murray, KD2GUT, from the ARN News Desk in New York is ...
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Episode 30 - Youngsters on the Air with Sam Rose, KC2LRC, and Sterling Coffey, N0SSC from 2016-09-09T01:02:12
Sam Rose, KC2LRC and Sterling Coffey, N0SSC are on the show to share their experiences at YOTA this summer. Youngsters on the Air (YOTA) is an IARU Region 1 initiative, and they went to observe and...
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Episode 29 - Rig Analysis with Rob Sherwood, NC0B from 2016-09-02T01:01:48
The leading expert in receiver performance, Rob Sherwood, NC0B of Sherwood Engineering (www.sherweng.com) is here to talk about picking the best...
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Episode 28 - YASME Foundation and Spurious Emissions Band with Ward Silver, N0AX from 2016-08-26T01:02:57
Ward Silver, N0AX, the President of the YASME Foundation and member of the Spurious Emissions Band is our guest tonight. Ward talks about what the foundation is doing for ham radio, and gives you a...
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Episode 27 - Huntsville Hamfest Preview from 2016-08-19T01:00:14
Charlie Emerson, N4OKL, the chairman of the Huntsville Hamfest is here to preview this weekend's big event!
Call in LIVE with your questions at 812-NET-HAM-1 or Skype hamtalklive, Tweet...
Episode 26 - DMR with Tony Tolbert, W9AMT from 2016-08-12T01:00:03
Tonight, Tony Tolbert, W9AMT, talks about Digital Mobile Radio (DMR)! DMR is a way to use digital communications through repeaters.
CALL with your questions during the show at 812-NET-H...
Episode 25 - Recruiting Youth and School Clubs in Ham Radio from 2016-08-05T01:00:09
Tonight, I'm the one talking. This episode is all about getting kids interested in ham radio, and also tips on starting up school clubs.
CALL with your questions at 812-NET-HAM-1, Skype...
Episode 24 - Working DX and Analyzing Logs with Val, NV9L from 2016-07-29T01:00:09
On Ham Talk Live! this week, Valerie Hotzfeld, NV9L, will be here to talk DXing and Contesting! Val gave a presentation on log analysis at Contest University this year, and she is going to share so...
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Episode 23 - National Tribal ARA with Nathan Nixon, N7NAN from 2016-07-22T01:00:14
Tonight on Ham Talk Live!, Nathan Nixon, N7NAN takes your calls about the National Tribal Amateur Radio Association. NTARA promotes and supports ham radio in American Indian tribes as a valuable re...
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Episode 22 - All SDR shack and DXpeditions - Glenn Johnson, W0GJ from 2016-07-15T01:00:07
Tonight on Ham Talk Live!, Glenn Johnson, W0GJ, takes your questions about his ALL SDR shack and his many DXpeditions including Palmyra, Navassa, and Heard Island. Call with your questions at 812-N...
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Episode 21 - Scouting and Ham Radio with Jim Wilson, K5ND, and Will Jourdain, AA4WJ from 2016-07-08T01:00:10
This week it's all about Boy Scouts and Ham Radio! Jim Wilson, K5ND, from the BSA Ham Radio station K2BSA, and Will Jourdain, AA4WJ, Sales Representative from Icom, are here to tell us all about ho...
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Episode 20 - K-9 Search and Rescue with A.J. Ragusa, KC9EVU from 2016-07-01T01:00:12
Valerie Hotzfeld, NV9L, is ill tonight. So we will reschedule her to talk about working those rare DXpeditions, and how to analyze your logs to do better in contests!
A.J. Ragusa, KC9...
Episode 19 - Field Day Q&A with ARRL's Sean Kutzko, KX9X from 2016-06-24T01:00:03
Field Day is only two days away! So if you have any questions about Field Day... setup, scoring, timing, strategy... this is your chance to get them answered just in the nick of time! Sean Kutzko, ...
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Episode 18 - License Study with Dan Romanchik, KB6NU from 2016-06-17T01:00:12
Dan Romanchik, KB6NU, joins us to talk about the new changes to the Extra class license exam question pool, teaching one day and weekend classes for Technician, and his publications including "No N...
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Episode 17 - Newsline's Caryn Eve Murray, KD2GUT from 2016-06-10T01:00:21
Caryn Eve Murray, KD2GUT joins us live from the news desk in New York! Caryn is the writer for Amateur Radio Newsline. We talk about Newsline, her role in it, and the latest ham radio news. And, we...
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Episode 16 - The Kit Guy! Joe Eisenberg, K0NEB from 2016-06-03T01:00:08
The kit guy Joe Eisenberg K0NEB, the kit building editor for CQ Amateur Radio Magazine, is here to take all your questions! We talk about some good places to find kits, and the latest news in kit b...
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Episode 15 - 2013 YHOTY Padraig Lysandrou, KC9UUS from 2016-05-27T01:00:05
2013 Amateur Radio Newsline Young Ham of the Year Pádraig Lysandrou, KC9UUS is here to let us know what he's been up to since the award... particularly his work at SpaceX and the RF part of a satel...
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Episode 14 - Road Trip LIVE! from Dayton, Ohio from 2016-05-20T01:00:40
Ham Talk Live! is on the road live in Dayton, Ohio at the Spring Hill Suites. We have a live audience tonight, and several surprise calls and guests. We are celebrating Hamvention 2016 with all o...
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Episode 13 - Dayton Preview: Contest University with Tim Duffy, K3LR from 2016-05-13T01:01:20
We continue our preview of events going on during Dayton Hamvention with an event that happens on Hamvention Eve! Contest University was founded by 2015 DARA Amateur of the Year Tim Duffy, K3LR. An...
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Episode 12 - Dayton Preview: Chair and Spokesperson from 2016-05-06T01:00:28
On this episode, Jim Tiderman, N8IDS, Hamvention General Chairman; and Mike Kalter, W8CI, Hamvention Spokesperson, are here to talk about what's new at Hamvention and the latest on the future of Ha...
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Episode 11 - Dayton Preview: Instructor and Youth Forums from 2016-04-29T01:00:07
Our Dayton Hamvention 2016 preview continues with Carole Perry, WB2MGP who will be the moderator of both the Instructor's Forum and the Youth Forum, sponsored by the Radio Club of America. Carole ...
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Episode 10 - Dayton Preview: SatNOGS, and Tribute to Mom from 2016-04-27T02:30:18
The first of our 5 shows featuring the Dayton Hamvention! Corey Shields, KB9JHU, stops by to talk about his presentation coming up at the TAPR Forum on Friday of Hamvention 2016 about a satellite ...
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Episode 9 - Young Ham of the Year Award - Don Wilbanks, Take 2 from 2016-04-15T01:00:02
Don Wilbanks, AE5DW, returns to Ham Talk Live! to talk about the upcoming Bill Pasternak Young Ham of the Year Award. The nominating period is now open until June 30. We talk about the award and ...
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Episode 8 - Craig Thompson, K9CT - Palmyra DXpedition from 2016-04-08T01:00:14
Craig Thompson, K9CT, joins us from Central Illinois to talk about co-leading the January DXpedition to Palmyra! Join us to learn about the island, the challenges, and ask your questions LIVE!
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Episode 7 - Rosalie White, K1STO - ARISS from 2016-04-01T01:00:03
Rosalie White, K1STO joins us to talk about the Amateur Radio on the International Space Station program sponsored by ARRL, AMSAT, and NASA! We take a look back at the program, celebrate the recen...
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Episode 6 - Voice of America Museum and WC8VOA from 2016-03-25T01:00:02
Gary West, K8DEV; Jay Adrick, K8CJY; and Joe Gruber, WD8AZQ join us from the National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting and the West Chester Amateur Radio Association. They are talking about...
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Episode 5 - Bob Allphin, K4UEE - DXpedition planning and videos from 2016-03-18T01:00:48
Bob Allphin, K4UEE, is the mastermind behind many of the most wanted DXpeditions. He will talk about how he plans those trips, and a little about the videos that are available that document the tr...
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Episode 4 - Tom Vinson, NY0V - Myanmar Scouting from 2016-03-11T02:01:05
Tom Vinson, NY0V talks about his trip to Myanmar (Burma) to teach scouts about Ham Radio
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Episode 3 - Gary Pearce, KN4AQ - Ham Radio NOW from 2016-03-04T02:00:22
Gary Pearce, KN4AQ joins us to talk about his TV show, "Ham Radio NOW"
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Episode 2 - Don Wilbanks, AE5DW - Newsline and Ham Nation from 2016-02-26T02:00:52
Don Wilbanks, AE5DW from Amateur Radio Newsline and Ham Nation talks about the shows and plays Ham Talk Live Would You Rather?!
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Episode 1 - Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD - DX and Contesting from 2016-02-19T02:00:53
DXpeditions and contesting with Scott Wright!
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DEMO Ham Talk Live Episode #0 from 2016-02-02T03:13:31
DEMO Episode
"Getting to know your host"
Neil Rapp, WB9VPG
Guest: Eric Bonham, N9KDB
Central Indiana Skywarn