Ham Radio Workbench Podcast

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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 rewarding aspects of the hobby. We are proudly sponsored by Autodesk Eagle PCB design tools, Flex Radio and Digikey.

HRWB 206 - Operating from Challenging Locations with Dr. Charles Powell NK8O
In this episode we meet our good friend, Dr. Charles Powell, NK8O. Charles is medical doctor specializing in neonatal infant care. In addition to his professional accomplishments as a doctor, musician, and head of a medical non-profit...
HRWB 205 - Universal Radio Controller with Mark Herbert G1LRO
In this episode we meet Mark Herbert, G1LRO, designer of the Universal Radio Controller. We talk all about ham radio project building and Mark's journey of discovery as he envisioned the URC. Taking an idea, overcoming challenges and...
HRWB 204 - Modern Contesting with Dr. Scott Wright K0MD and Remaking The Digikeyer with Don Johanneck
In this episode we have two great interviews. We kick things off with Dr. Scott Wright, K0MD, who clues us in on the latest hapennings in the world of contesting. Technical innovations, operating tips and ways to encourage new hams to take...
HRWB 203 - Creative Antenna Projects with Ben Eadie VE6SFX
In this episode we meet Ben, VE6SFX, who was licensed just a year ago and has already pushed the bounderies of antenna design and construction with an energetic and creative approach. As a professional special effects and prop maker for the...
HRWB 202 - Cool Radio Projects with Ara N6ARA
In this episode we meet Ara Kourchians, N6ARA, a real life professional aerospace robotics expert and avid portable ham radio operator. Ara has engiuneered some really cool products that he makes available through his web site N6ARA Electronics at
HRWB 201 - Conversation with Eric Guth from the QSO Today Podcast and HRWBOTA Update
In this episode we talk with Eric Guth, 4Z1UG, the host of the QSO Today podcast and good freind of the show. We get an update on Eric's ham radio activites and celebrate passing the 200th episode milestone of the HRWB podcast. We also get...
HRWB 200 - Anniversary Show
In this episode we are joined by many close friends of the show to celebrate our 200th anniversary. We kick things off with Jeremy KF7IJZ co-founder of the show along with George KJ6VU. We are also joined by Dan N7HQ, Paul WD9GCO,...
HRWB 199 - SOTAMAT: Summits-On-The-Air Automated with Brian AB6D
In this episode we talk with Brian, AB6D, about his software development project SOTAMAT (pronounced sota-mate). SOTAMAT has many features that allow you to spot yourself over the air, send messages, and even remotely control hardware. ...
HRWB 198 - The European Ham Radio Show
On this episode, George KJ6VU, Thomas K4SWL, and Vince VE6LK are invited to join Morten LB0FI and crew on the European Ham Radio Show on YouTube. We had a great time getting to know eachother and talking about all things ham radio. Check out...
HRWB 197 - EmComm Tools with Gaston, KT7RUN
In this episode we talk with Gaston, KT7RUN, about his software development project called EmComm tools. Gaston hosts a very popular YouTube channel called The Tech Prepper. Check it out.
HRWB 196 - A Conversation with Dan Quigley, N7HQ, from Flex Radio
In this show we talk about what is on Dan's workbench and the increased demand for HF spectrum. Dan is a wealth of knowledge on ham radio and electrical engineering in general. We cover a wide range of topics in this show.
HRWB 195 - 2023 Holiday Shopping Show
In this episode we talk about great gifts for your spouse, friends, yourself or even the HRWB staff ! (Just sayin') We talk about our top picks for radios, tools, test equipment, and even non-radio gear for the shack and the field.
HRWB Special Announcement: HRWBOTA ! Ham Radio Workbenches On The Air !!
Yes you heard that right. The very first HRWB live on the air operating event will be Sunday December 3rd from 10 AM to 2 PM PST. We will have multiple stations operating on multiple bands and modes. Come join the fun ! For more...
HRWB 194 - Meet The Amateur Radio Newsline Team with Caryn KD2GUT, Paul WD9GCO and Skeeter N5ASH
In this episode we meet Caryn KD2GUT, Paul WD9GCO and Skeeter N5ASH of the Amateur Radio Newsline. The AR Newsline has been the premier amateur radio news source for decades. Founded by Bill Pasternack, the AR Newline carrys on Bill 's...
HRWB 193 - Building Projects with Rex Harper W1REX
In this episode we met Rex Harper, W1REX, a prolific designer and builder of ham radio projects. Rex is famous as the owner of QRPme.com where he sells a huge nubmer of ham radio kits. Rex is famous for the Tuna Tin 2, a version of...
HRWB 192 - Youth in Amateur Radio with Derek KD9MEQ
In this episode we interview Derek, KD9MEQ, president of the Purdue University Amateur Radio Club. Derek and his fellow club members have created a very successful amateur radio club that has grown significantly in the last few years. The...
HRWB 191 - SOTA and Adventure Radio with Rex KE6MT
In this episode we talk with Rex, KE6MT, the SOTA (Summits On The Air) program manager for California. Rex gives us an update on the SOTA program and why you should be interested in this great aspect of ham radio. In the last segment we...
HRWB 190 - QSO Today Academy LIVE STREAM !
We are coming to you live, well recorded live actually, from the QSO Today Academy. On this episode we are joined by our favorite mega-fan Troy K4JDA and the regular crowd including Vince VE6LK, Thomas K4SWL, Mike VA3MW, Mark N6MTS and host...
HRWB 189 - Mastodon Social for Ham Radio with Christopher M0YNG
In this episode we learn all about the Mastodon social media network. Mastodon is becoming very popular in the ham radio commnunity. Christopher M0YNG is an expert in Mastodon and hosts the popular mastodon.radio space for ham radio and...
HRWB 188 - RF Amplifiers with Don K9AQ
In this episode we talk with Don K9AQ who has build many HF RF amplifiers. We take a dive in to the details about modern solid state amplifiers using LDMOS semiconductor technology.

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