This enlightening episode of our Ham Radio Guide podcast welcomes Megan Brooks, the co-owner of American Filament, for an extensive discussion on the exciting world of 3D printing and its application in Ham Radio. We explore the many facets of 3D printing technology, delving into printer variations, filament choices, and the unique products that can be created. Megan shares her journey from environmental engineering to the establishment of American Filament, a company committed to American-sourc...
Jan 24, 2024•39 min•Ep. 33
SHOW NOTES Links mentioned in the podcast Hook and Loop Cable ties https://amzn.to/478uCoA Black Dacron ¼ rope. https://amzn.to/3vEVRKx Clubgearonline.com LINKS http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar NEWS: https://www.arrl.org/news/youtube-telethon-to-raise-money-for-arrl-teachers-institute-on-wireless-technology https://www.radioworld.com/news-and-business/fcc-seeks-to-enhance-dirs-reporting https://twiar.net/?p=19149 Winterfieldday.com All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsl...
Jan 16, 2024•38 min•Ep. 32
In this Episode I explore the world of amateur radio and inquire why people become licensed operators but don't get involved in the so many various opportunities that are available in ham radio from satellite operations to contesting, POTA or kit building. Take my Challenge to get involved in some aspect of Amateur radio in 2024. SHOW NOTES Links mentioned in the podcast Hook and Loop Cable ties https://amzn.to/478uCoA Clubgearonline.com LINKS http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calenda...
Dec 28, 2023•47 min•Ep. 31
SHOW NOTES - Links mentioned in the podcast Subscribe to The Ham Radio Guy Newsletter Clubgearonline.com http://www.arrl.org/news/Smybol_rate LINKS Review of Radioddity GA-510 The Ham Radio Guy review of GA-510 http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar NEWS: http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter?&issue=2023-11-22 Winterfieldday.com All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country. https://www.arnewsline.org/ Social Media Thehamradioguy website ht...
Nov 27, 2023•24 min•Ep. 30
SHOW NOTES Links mentioned in the podcast LINKS http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar NEWS: RST revision the first worked-all-states certificate 33-centimeter band? All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country. https://www.arnewsline.org/ Social Media Thehamradioguy website https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy Email: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com...
Nov 16, 2023•30 min•Ep. 29
SHOW NOTES Links mentioned in the podcast Nite Ize S Biner Maxpedition Jumbo Versipack, Black Link to Checklist for Bug out Bag Blue print http://simp.ly/p/MXd0Z2 http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar clubgearonline.com NEWS: arrl-foundation-accepting-applications-for-grants https://www.arnewsline.org/ All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country. Social Media Thehamradioguy website ~ https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy https://www.buym...
Oct 07, 2023•30 min•Ep. 28
In this episode we will be discussing out second episode on Emergency Communications. This is just the 2nd of a 3 part series segments that we will be talking about this. We will talk what new tool I have in my bag, Incident Command(ICS), FEMA Training, What store is making a come back and much more. SHOW NOTES Links mentioned in the podcast Fisher Space Pen http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar clubgearonline.com https://training.fema.gov/nims/ NEWS: Hurricane Lee Amateur Radio ...
Sep 20, 2023•32 min•Ep. 27
In this episode I discuss EmComm preparation basic and other new innnovations being used for EmComm Communication. Catch the latest news, latest topics, and information along with a new tool I have been using and its usefulness. SHOW NOTES Links mentioned in the podcast Leatherman Wave https://amzn.to/3sz7z7O Screwdriver Bits https://amzn.to/3PjlFDj Leatherman pocket Clip https://amzn.to/3R1ZfHP LINKS http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar https://www.qsotodaycommunity.com/amember...
Sep 02, 2023•34 min•Ep. 26
In this episode we visit with the one of the founder and owners of Wolf River Coils who is from Wisconsin. The antenna are made right here in the USA and all products are sourced from the US. These are great antennas for POTA activating for Field Day. Visit wolfrivercoils.com If you enjoyed the show, help show the support by leaving a review or joining me on Buymecoffee.com. Social Media Thehamradioguy website https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy...
Aug 26, 2023•10 min•Ep. 25
We speak with owner and found of SW log, Bob Sillett, W4RLS who tells us about the SW log he has created and many of the features that integrate with it. Check out Short Wave log at. SW Log Thanks for joining me on this live interview. Check out these sites and give me leave me a review or Ask questions. Social Media Thehamradioguy website https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy...
Aug 24, 2023•12 min•Ep. 24
In this episode I come to you live from the Stones River National Battlefield national Park. Ham radio Adventure Guy makes a stop at this park on his way to Huntsville and invites the Stones River Amateur Radio club out to make an activation. I also tell a little history about the Battle of Stones River.
Aug 19, 2023•16 min•Ep. 23
SHOW NOTES LINKS http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar https://www.qsotodaycommunity.com/amember/signup/UJzWofFb NEWS: All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country. https://www.arnewsline.org/ https://www.arrl.org/news/arrl-files-comments-against-seriously-flawed-hf-rules-petition Social Media Thehamradioguy website https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy...
Aug 12, 2023•34 min•Ep. 21
LINKS http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar American Radio Relay League News, Events and Features Episode 1 - What is Ham And Quackers? NEWS: FCC Warns Portland Church To Shut Down Pirate FM Operating Under Its Steeple. https://www.arnewsline.org/news/2023/7/13/amateur-radio-newsline-report-2385-for-friday-july-14th-2023 Social Media Thehamradioguy website https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy...
Jul 30, 2023•41 min•Ep. 20
LINKS http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar Yaesu 991A ARRL: Book Here to There: Radio Propagation NEWS: http://www.arrl.org/news/techs-now-is-the-time-to-upgrade-to-general http://www.arrl.org/news/call-for-nominations-for-arrl-director-and-vice-director https://www.arnewsline.org/news/2023/7/13/amateur-radio-newsline-report-2385-for-friday-july-14th-2023 Social Media Thehamradioguy website https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy...
Jul 16, 2023•20 min•Ep. 18
Welcome We are going to explores the fascinating world of radio propagation and its impact on communication and in today's brief yet informative episode, we'll be diving into the phenomenon of tropospheric ducting and its effect on VHF/UHF radio waves. So, let's tune in! LINKS https://github.com/km4ack/73Linux http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar NEWS: http://www.arrl.org/news/update-fcc-uls-system-restored http://www.arrl.org/news/amateur-radio-helps-air-show-fly-high http://ww...
Jul 01, 2023•20 min•Ep. 17
LINKS ARRL Field Day Station locator http://www.arrl.org/field-day NEWS Grant Applications Help Support the channel Become a patron - Click here My webpage - podcast - About me. TheHamRadioGuy.com...
Jun 17, 2023•23 min•Ep. 16
LINKS There are three basic ways to evaluate your station. The easiest is to use an on-line RF safety calculator available at the following link: Calculations http://www.arrl.org/rf-exposure-calculator Antenna Modeling https://www.eznec.com/demoinfo.htm. Measurements https://www.narda-sts.com/en/ http://www.arrl.org/files/file/Technology/RFsafetyCommittee/rfex1_2edited.pdf Q: Where can I learn more about this? A: The following resources are available from ARRL or linked from ARRL’s information p...
Jun 05, 2023•20 min•Ep. 15
LINKS Buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy https://www.onallbands.com/ft8-vs-ft4-ham-radio-operating-in-digital-modes/ http://www.arrl.org/news/view/congresswoman-lesko-reintroduces-bill-to-replace-symbol-rate-limit-with-bandwidth-limit?utm_source=amateur-radio-weekly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter https://www.arnewsline.org...
May 16, 2023•23 min•Ep. 14
LINKS Armed forces Day Crossband Test https://www.dodmars.org/mars-comex-information-website/armed-forces-day Learn CW CWinnovations Humorous And Comic Intro by Free Music | https://soundcloud.com/fm_freemusic Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_US Music promoted by https://www.chosic.com/free-music/all/
May 03, 2023•15 min•Ep. 13
In this episode we listen to Bob Heil explain why audio is important in ham radio. How he got into ham radio and built Heil Sound. This episode is a bit longer than our normal episode length but I think you will find it worth while. Bob also does something special for us at the end. Final editorial monolog on Bouvet Island, News, Ham Radio Joke LINKS: Thehamradioguy.com heilsound.com AR newsline How to support the channel. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy SPONSOR Clubgearonline.com...
Apr 18, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 12
We speak with Matt Neere from Parks on the Air talking about the June POTA Plaque event Bouvet Island expedition and what went wrong with that. What is DQRM and the latest news. Sorry ran of time talking about Winter Field day. News Sourced from: ARRL News and Amateur Radio Weekly.
Mar 04, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 11
We meet with M17 and discuss the project summary of what M17 is as a digital voice mode, and David a first time hamcation goer talks about his experience coming to Hamcation. No news this week.
Feb 12, 2023•9 min•Ep. 10
We interview Phase dock and learn a bit about what they do while at Huntsville Hamfest.
Feb 11, 2023•12 min•Ep. 9
We have a special guest on our program this week, She is the Young Ham of the Year Award winner. Come find out who it is and how she is growing amateur radio. We got the latest news and announcements coming up. Hit that subscribe button and follow me on Twitter.
Aug 07, 2022•21 min•Ep. 8
This podcast has a live interview with W4OPS who is at Quartzfest discussing activities and things to do while there at the week long event. Also we discuss Winter field Day briefly and we also bring some ARRL news over the last few weeks and HamCation coming up. 73, The Ham Radio Guy
Jan 27, 2022•22 min•Ep. 7
In this podcast I discuss the retention and engagement of keeping new hams active and getting them involved and why Elmering or mentoring is important some other announcements and news from the ARRL. Hope you hit the subscribe button and take time to listen.
Oct 31, 2021•36 min•Ep. 6
Week 4 fox hunting. Its not what you think it might be. Bluetooth history.
Sep 01, 2021•20 min•Ep. 5
This week I talk about Post Huntsville ham fest, I talk a little about me and starting of the podcast and then get into some great ARRL new stories for the week. Stay Tuned and subscribe. Marvin -W0MET The Ham Radio Guy
Aug 24, 2021•17 min•Ep. 4
In this episode I discuss and propose questions to consider when setting up a special event station and bring you news from the ARRL and announce the Young Amateur radio newsline winner of 2021.
Aug 09, 2021•18 min•Ep. 3
In this podcast we discuss the history of Parks on the Air and how to get involved with and what equipment you need. Also share some ARRL news.
Jul 25, 2021•39 min•Ep. 1
