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Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

Ham Radio Workbench

This is your bi-weekly deep dive on making, DIY, electronics, and technical topics of interest to the radio amateur. Join your host George KJ6VU and the HRWB team as they discuss current developments in ham radio while introducing listeners to a plethora of topics and skills such as test equipment, 3D Printing, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and more. Ham radio is a hobby of hobbies - George and team introduce hams of all ages to experimenting and learning within ham radio, which can be one of the most

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All Episodes

03:45:51

HRWB 233 - A Conversation with Kirk Kleinschmidt,...

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2025/04/08

In this episode we have an extended conversation with Kirk, NT0Z and Paul WD9GCO. Kirk is the Amateur Radio columnist for The Spectrum Monitor; former columnist for Monitoring Times and Popular Communications; Author of Stealth Amateur Radio (www.stealthamateur.com) and former QST Assistant Managing Editor. Paul is a news anchor for Amateur Radio Newsline and the professional announcer for the Ham Radio Workbench podcast. Kirk and Paul have some great stories and general ham radio wisdom to share

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01:58:16

HRWB 232 - Product Design with Richard VE2DX

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2025/03/25

In this episode we meet Richard Desaulniers, VE2DX. Richard has been licensed since 1990 and has a background in emergency communications serving at disaster events in Quebec. He enjoys hunting DX, Island Activations and DXPeditions. Richard is also an experimenter and founded VE2DX Electronics in 2020. With the founding of the company, he wanted to create inexpensive and simple electronic products to help the Ham Radio Community. Among his creations are products like TrueTTL, TrueCIV, and TrueCAT

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02:43:52

HRWB 231 - Ham Radio Workbenches On The Air (HRWBOTA)

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2025/03/13

In this episode we talk all about our second on the air operating event, Ham Radio Workbenches On The Air. We had so much fun the last time, we decided to do it again. We talk about whats on our workbenches and go over all the details about operating HRWBOTA. The operating event will be Sunday March 16. For all the details go to https://hrwbota.com We meet Alan, N7AKG, the developer of the Ham Radio Instant Scoring Service, HISS, that allows operators to create their own contests and show scores

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02:11:57

HRWB 230 - All About Geochron with Patrick KJ7SZU

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2025/02/25

In this episode we meet Patrick, KJ7SZU, the owner of the company that makes the digital clock and information device, Geochron. The mechanical Geochron clock has been around for over 40 years. When Patrick saw his first mechanical Geochron clock he was hooked ! He was so impressed with the idea that he bought the company and completely remade the Geochron as an internet connected information display device on a large screen 4K video display. Join us for this fascinating story all about Patrick's

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02:33:11

HRWB 229 - The 44 Net and the ARDC

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2025/02/11

In this episode we meet Rosy Schechter, KJ7RYV, ARDC Executive Director, John Burwell, KI5QKX, 44Net Program Manager and Rebecca Key, KO4KVG, ARDC Communications Manager. ARDC, Amateur Radio Digital Communications. The ARDC manages the IP address space that starts with 44 and they are the funding source for millions of dollars in grants every year to benefit amateur radio. Learn about what the 44 Net is, how it can be used by radio amateurs and how the ARDC manages their grant funding process.

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02:20:42

HRWB 228 - Preparing for Winter Field Day

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2025/01/28

In this episode we talk about how to prepare for Winter Field Day and field operating in cold weather in general. Winter Field Day is a great operating event for individuals and clubs. Its a great excuse to get out and operate when it, brrrrrr, cold outside !

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02:25:13

HRWB 227 - Turn Your Android Phone Into An HT with...

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2025/01/14

In this episode we meet Vance, KV4P, the designer of a radio module that connects to your Android phone and turns it into a 2m FM HT. Vance is a professional UX (User eXperience) designer and brought his years of design knowledge to the project. The result is a modern take on how a hand held 2m radio should work in addition to the convenience of intergration into your mobile phone that you carry with you every day.

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02:42:22

HRWB 226 - Designing The Station Control System

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/12/30

In this episode the tables are turned and George, KJ6VU, becomes the special guest. The topic is how he designed his station control system. The station controller is used to monitor and control key components in your remotely controlled ham radio station. The station controller can also be used to monitor and control a repeater system or any other critical equipment. We will discuss what you need for effective remote station control, how George went about designing his control system and how it

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02:33:22

HRWB 225 - QRP Radio Design with Jonathan KM4CFT

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/12/17

In this episode we meet Jonathan Kayne, KM4CFT, the designer of a very popular new QRP radio called the CFT-1. Jonathan shares his journey from concept to production of his new radio design. The truly remarkable thing about his accomplishment is that he has achieved this in less than a year. Join us for a fun conversation and a bit of inspiration.

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02:48:38

HRWB 224 - 2024 Holiday Shopping Show

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/12/03

In this episode we give you the buyer's guide to holiday cheer. The team put their heads together to come up with many suggestions for the workbench, ham shack and portable ops plus a few stocking stuffers. If you are buying for a loved one, best ham radio buddy or yourself, you are sure to find many great suggestions in this show.

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02:42:40

HRWB 223 - A Conversation with Bill Meara from the...

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/11/19

In this episode we catch up with our good friend Bill Meara, N2CQR, the host of the SolderSmoke podcast. SolderSmoke is a haven for those of us interested in home brewing our own radio equipoment. Bill shares his experiences both at the workbench and also operating around the world. SolderSmoke was one of the inspirations behind the HRWB Podcast and we appreciate all that Bill and his team have done to bring great content to the ham radio community for the last 20 years.

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03:12:47

HRWB 222 - Disaster Prep with Thomas K4SWL and Josh...

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/11/05

In this episode we catch up with our good friend and show regular Thomas Witherspoon, K4SWL, to find out how things are going in the disaster recovery from hurricane Helene. We are also joined by our good frend Josh Higgins, K7OSH, from the Hoodview ARC and discuss what we should do, as amateur radio operators, to prepare for disasters.

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03:18:20

HRWB 221 - Thomas, K4SWL, On Hurricane Helene and...

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/10/20

In this episode, our dear friend Thomas, K4SWL, tells us about the devestation in North Carolina in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Thomas shares his family's esperience and his advice for emergency preparation. We had so many interesting topics to talk about regarding emergency prep, workbench style, that we are going to do a follow up episode with our top tips for emergency prep sometime in the coming months.

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02:52:10

HRWB 220 - Projects and Portable Operating with Adam...

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/10/09

In this episode we meet Adam Kimmerly, K6ARK, and avid outdoorsman, hiker, and ham radio operator. Adam has achieved Mountain Goat status by earning over 1,000 points in the Summits On The Air program. In addition to his outdoor adventures, Adam, a professional mechanical engineer, has designed some very innovative antennas, CW paddles and other cool ham radio accessories. Adam also has a very good YouTube channel. You can find him by going to "K6ARK Portable Radio" on YouTube. You can find

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02:19:02

HRWB 219 - Projects with Pat Hensley, W5WTH

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/09/24

In this episode we meet Pat Hensley, W5WTH, a prolific designer and project builder. Pat has made several intersting radio and non-radio related electronic projects and he features them on his blog site WhiskeyTangoHotel.Com Some of Pat's projects are very useful and some are just plain fun. Many projects are a blend of hardware (Arduinos, Raspberry Pis, etc) and software (c, Python, etc). Pat publishes all of his source code for us all to learn from. If you want to be inspired to build your

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02:45:56

HRWB 218 - 18650 Battery Tester Project with Rick,...

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/09/10

In this episode we bring back Rick England, KC6UFT, the designer of the 18650 battery tester. In a previous episode, Rick told us all about the need to test 18650, and other batteries, under load to determine their health. Rick has refined his tester design and shares his experiences and learnings with us on this episode. You will learn all about the proper way to test these popular lithium batteries and plans for making the testers available.

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02:50:59

HRWB 217 - Meet the European Ham Radio Show Team

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/08/27

In this episode we meet Morten LB0FI, Kjetil LB4FH, Tobias DL3MHT, and Bård (Bob) LB5JJ from the European Ham Radio Show on YouTube. Walt, K4OGO, was not able to make the show this time. The European Ham Radio show is hosted by Morten and the team talks about many aspects of ham radio on their weekly YouTube show. Topics include radios, antennas, homebrew and a big dose of portable operating. We were invited to join them on their show a few months ago and had such a great time, we wanted to

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02:42:19

HRWB 216 - Starter Workbench Gear with Alan W2AEW

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/08/13

In this episode we talk with Alan Wolke, W2AEW, an expert in electronic test equipment. Alan has a fantastic YouTube channel where he educates us about test equipment, circuit design and electronics theory. Alan talks about the projects on his bench and discusses the use of various types of electronic test equipment and has advice for setting up your own electronics workbench.

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03:03:15

HRWB 215 - TNC'S and Trackers with Scott, N1VG, of...

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/07/30

In this episode we meet Scott, N1VG, the owner of Argent Data Systems. Scott is a long time maker and innovator that has brought several ham radio and commercial communications products to market including TNC's (Terminal Node Controllers), APRS trackers, weather stations and even a LED illuminated hula hoop ! We talk about Scott's inspiration, design and manufacturing process and learn what it's like to start up a ham radio businses from scratch.

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03:32:47

HRWB 214 - Field Day 2024 Debrief with Randy K7AGE...

Ham Radio Workbench Podcast ·

2024/07/16

In this episode we meet famous YouTuber, Randy, K7AGE, and Hoodview ARC VP Josh, K7OSH, to talk about our Field Day experiences and what makes a good club Field Day event. Josh is the Field Day Chairman of the Hoodview ARC and organized a great FD event. Randy came up to join us for the FD weekend, did some operating and shot some great videos of the event. The rest of the HRWB crew described their Field Day experiences from mobile to portable. We discuss what worked and what could be improved

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