Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

In this episode, Dann, VE6TD, tells us all about his LiFePo4 battery build project used for portable ham radio operations.  Topics include battery chemistry, battery chargers, battery monitors and more.

In this episode we talk with Jack Mandelman about his magnetic loop and ohter antenna build projects.

In this episode the HRWB crew takes on the mighty ICQ Podcast team in a ham radio trivia quiz hosted by Kyle AA0Z.

Coming to you from the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo, we are joined by Jeremy KF7IJZ, Troy K4JDA and the usual cast including Rod VA3ON, Mike VA3MW, Vince VE6LK and Mark N6MTS.  We all discuss what's on our workbenches and talk about a variety of topics from QRP to microwave, kit building to remote station control.  We had a great time and hope you join us.

In this episode we talk with Thomas Witherspoon, K4SWL, an avid portable HF operator and curator of qrper.com blog site and the his popular YouTube channel.  We talk about the pros and cons of several popular portable HF radios.

In this episode we talk with Rob Sherwood of Sherwood Engineering and author of the famous receiver performance measurement web site.  http://www.sherweng.com/table.html  

In this episode our guests, Doug K6JEY, Dennis W6DQ and Marcel AI6MS, talk about their ham radio projects.  We talk about everything from restoring vintage Collins broadcast transmitters to microwave antennas.  

In this episode we talk with Dr. Doug Millar, K6JEY, about the differences between various RF coaxial cables and connectors.

In this episode we make some big announcements and introduce you to the whole team including Rod VA3ON, Mike VA3MW, Mark N6MTS and Vince VE6LK.  We talk about our areas of interest and projects in 2022.

In this show, Kyle AA0Z, talks about his field contest network hub project.  The hub combines WiFi networking, cellular connectivity and N1MM logging into a single system.  Kyle also tells us about his Node Red software project to take data from N1MM and display contest stats in real time. SHOW NOTES AA0Z's YouTube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/c/KyleAA0Z AA0Z's Twitterhttps://twitter.com/kyleaa0z Enclosure Pictures In Action & Presentation Slideshttps://photos.app.goo.gl/sZ82hj6vuexquGAk7 Node Red for Ham Radio Groups.io https://groups.io/g/nodered-hamradio Enclosure L-COM 14x12x7 120V weatherproof enclosurehttps://www.l-com.com/nema-enclosures-14x12x7-120-vac-nema-rated-weatherproof-enclosures SO Cable 10/3 by the foothttps://www.homedepot.com/p/Southwire-By-the-Foot-10-3-600-Volt-CU-Black-Flexible-Portable-Power-SOOW-Cord-55809799/204632922 3 Prong Plughttps://www.homedepot.com/p/Leviton-15-Amp-125-Volt-3-Wire-Plug-Orange-R51-515PV-0OR/205165505 12V to 5V USB Converterhttps://amzn.to/3EWkBO9 Din Rail

In this episode we talk with Thomas Witherspoon, K4SWL.  Thomas has a popular YouTube channel where he does real time on the air portable operating and gear reviews.  Thomas is also the editor for the web sites The QRPer and the SWLing Post.  A contributor to RADCOM, The Spectrum Monitor and other publications, Thomas is give us his perspective on gear, gear bags and organizing for portable operating.   QSO Today Expo https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/ Thomas’ YouTube channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHntBZOSZ-QPJfMyn_M8QEw SWLing Post http://swling.com/blog QRPer http://qrper.com/ Short Wave Audio Archive http://shortwavearchive.com/ Radio Spectrum Archive http://spectrumarchive.org/ RADCOM Magazine (RSGB) https://rsgb.org/main/publications-archives/radcom/ The Spectrum Monitor eZine http://spectrummonitor.com/ Mike’s fan controller link https://www.ebay.com/itm/DC-12V-PWM-Speed-Controller-Fan-Speed-governor-4-Wire-Computer-Temperature-/184572378429  Vince’s aluminum tripod for portable

In this episode George, Rod, Mark, Mike and Vince gather around the warmth of the vacuum tubes to celebrate another Holiday shopping show to help you spend your money! Recommendations include radios, accessories, tools and stocking stuffers.

In this episode Mark, Vince and George interview john KC9ON about kit building.  John has extensive experience not only building his own kits but also selling kits through his company on line.  We talk about our projects, favorite kits, and the tools necessary for a successful kit building experience.

Kirk is the author of Stealth Amateur Radio - Operate From Anywhere and he is a monthly columnist for the Spectrum Monitor magazine.

In this episode, John, VE6EY, explains the principle of diversity reception to help reduce interference.

In this episode Jeremy talks about his 5 years with the Ham Radio Workbench Podcast and his plans going forward.  We also talk about podcast plans and discuss projects on our ham radio workbenches.

In this episode we interview Andreas about he ham radio journey and how he has become a big YouTube celeb.  With over 300,000 subscribers and 400 videos, Andreas has become one of the most influential mentors in for hands on hardware and software experimentation.  Andreas has a remarkable talent for explaining complex technical subjects including radio propagation, software defined radio, microcontroller selection, and more. 

In this episode, Doug, K6JEY, tells us all about various HF RF power meters, how they work and what to look for when buying one. 

In this episode, Mike, Rod, Mark, Vince and George come to you live from the QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo.  We take listener questions and talk about ham radio projects.

Grayson Evans KJ7UM joins us to talk about the art and science of building with thermatrons! PERMALINK - https://www.hamradioworkbench.com/podcast/hollow-state-design Our Website - http://www.hamradioworkbench.com/ Follow us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/hamworkbench Contact us - http://hamradioworkbench.com/contact Connect with us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/hamradioworkbench/ BrandMeister Talkgroup 31075 - https://hose.brandmeister.network/group/31075/ QSO Today Expo https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/   Hollow-State Design 2nd Edition  by Grayson Evans | Apr 24, 2013 (Amazon Link Included above) Testers: Hickok Tube testers Resources Book: Tube Lore - Ludwell Sibley https://www.amazon.com/Tube-Lore-II-Ludwell-Sibley/dp/1532376316 Sprat magazine GQRP Club http://www.gqrp.com/sprat.htm Electric Radio Magazine  https://www.ermag.com Hand Made Vacuum Tubes by Claude Paillard https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzyXMEpq4qw Antique radio supply Hammon electronics transformers https://www.hammfg.c