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Ham Radio Guy provides education and news to the ham radio community with recent updates to new radios, tools, legislation, and inspire new hams to get on the air.
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Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
Wednesday Jan 24, 2024
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-sourced resin. She highlights the importance of the safety and quality of filament materials and provides a comprehensive overview of their products, including the unique PLA Plus filament.
Discover the artwork of lithophanes, or 3D-printed images, as Megan demonstrates one of their own multi-colored lithophane boxes. We also demystify 3D printer brands like the Elgato, Neptune, and Bamboo, offering guidance and advice to those stepping into the 3D printing world.
Learn about the different qualities of filaments, how they affect the final print quality, and the optimal storage conditions to maintain their quality. Megan also shares tips to combat the water-absorbing nature of filaments, such as using filament dryers or dehumidifiers.
Whether you are a 3D printing beginner or a seasoned veteran, this episode is packed full of valuable information, insider tips, and expert advice. Dive in to understand the full potential of 3D printing in the Ham Radio space.
SHOW NOTES
Our website: https://americanfilament.us/
Lithophane Maker: https://www.lithophanemaker.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanFilament/
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/american_filament/
Discord (when I say we just started I mean like last week haha): https://discord.gg/AKZTmGVa79
STL Sites:
Sites for Printers
Links:
Hook and Loop Cable ties https://amzn.to/478uCoA
Black Dacron ¼ rope. https://amzn.to/3vEVRKx
LINKS
http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar
NEWS:
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Email: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
Tuesday Jan 16, 2024
SHOW NOTES
Links mentioned in the podcast
Hook and Loop Cable ties https://amzn.to/478uCoA
Black Dacron ¼ rope. https://amzn.to/3vEVRKx
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
All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.
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Email: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
Wednesday Dec 27, 2023
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
LINKS
http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar
NEWS:
http://www.arrl.org/arrlletter?&issue=2023-11-22
All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.
https://www.arnewsline.org/
Social Media
https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy
Email: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
Sunday Nov 26, 2023
SHOW NOTES - Links mentioned in the podcast
Subscribe to The Ham Radio Guy Newsletter
http://www.arrl.org/news/Smybol_rate
LINKS
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
All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.
https://www.arnewsline.org/
Social Media
https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy
Email: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
Wednesday Nov 15, 2023
SHOW NOTES
Links mentioned in the podcast
LINKS
http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar
NEWS:
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
https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy
Email: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com
Friday Oct 06, 2023
Friday Oct 06, 2023
SHOW NOTES
Links mentioned in the podcast
Maxpedition Jumbo Versipack, Black
Link to Checklist for Bug out Bag Blue print
http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar
NEWS:
arrl-foundation-accepting-applications-for-grants
All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.
Social Media
https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy
EMAIL: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
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
http://www.arrl.org/hamfests-and-conventions-calendar
https://training.fema.gov/nims/
NEWS:
Hurricane Lee Amateur Radio Readiness
Radio Shack. is it coming back?
All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.
https://www.arnewsline.org/
Social Media
https://twitter.com/TheHamRadioGuy
https://www.buymeacoffee.com/thehamradioguy
EMAIL: W0MET@thehamradioguy.com
Saturday Sep 02, 2023
Saturday Sep 02, 2023
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/signup/UJzWofFb
NEWS:
Facebook news ban reverals importance of radio
Parachute mobile ham sets QSO record
All news is sourced from the ARRL, AR Newsline, POTA and other sources around the country.
https://www.arnewsline.org/
Social Media
Saturday Aug 26, 2023
Saturday Aug 26, 2023
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
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Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
Wednesday Aug 23, 2023
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
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