The Practical Amateur Radio Podcast

Podcast Number 19 – Podcast ver. 19.2 – May 3, 2009 (45.3 MB, runtime 39:32) Our second interview podcast featuring Jim Shryne, N6DHZ.  Jim owns The DXStore.  The DXStore specializes in quality products from quality manufacturers.  During our interview we discuss how Jim got started in amateur radio, we discuss … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 18 – Podcast ver. 18.2 – April 18, 2009 (33.3MB, runtime 29:04) Part three and the conclusion of a multi-part feature segment discussing emergency communications.  This episode we talk about go-kits. Special “Thanks” to Paul, KD0GMD who shared with us this Google video titled The Many Hats of Incident … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 17 – Podcast ver. 17.2 – March 28, 2009 (43.7 MB, runtime 47:46) Our very first interview segment.  This interview was recorded 3 weeks ago and while the audio quality isn’t as good as it could be, I have made changes and future interviews will sound better. This interview is … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 16 – Podcast ver. 16.2 – March 15, 2009 (35.5 MB, runtime 31:04) Part two of a multi-part feature segment discussing Emergency Communications and discuss ARES, RACES, SATERN and MARS groups. I also recommend speaking with your local amateur radio club as many clubs will also provide … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 15 – Podcast ver. 15.2 – February 14 2009 (35.8 MB, runtime 31:18) We begin another multi-part series discussing Emergency Communications and discuss how the most important priority is to first be prepared.    Good news!  The Practical Amateur Radio Podcast has been featured in CQ Magazine.  I … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 14 – Podcast ver. 14.2 – January 17 2009 (43.5 MB, runtime 38:02) As we begin 2009, we discuss New Years Resolutions.  Some ideas I discuss are: Getting your license or upgrading your current license, trying a new mode, try out contesting, volunteer in your community, join … Continue reading →

Podcast Special NY Hall of Science Amateur Radio Club – Podcast ver. Special – December 18 2008 (5.14 MB, runtime 4:29) Press Release Dear Fellow Amateur, The Hall of Science Amateur Radio Club- WB2JSM is putting out an SOS ( save our station) call for your help. The Hall … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 13 – Podcast ver. 13.1 – December 15 2008 (29.6 MB, runtime 25:55) As we wrap up 2008, we discuss the QSL process.  I provide a brief history on the first known instances of using a QSL card to confirm a contact.  I cover from start to finish … Continue reading →

Thanksgiving Holiday Podcast Special – November 25 2008 (5.3 MB, runtime 5:48) Happy Thanksgiving from The Practical Amateur Radio Podcast.  Just a quick holiday special.  Thank you for listening.  Don’t forget to follow Jerry on Twitter. Subscribe to The Practical Amateur Radio Podcast Right Click Here to Download this … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 12 – Podcast ver. 12.1 – November 18 2008 (19.0 MB, runtime 20:47) This episode contains the continuation of a multipart feature about amateur radio.  In this episode we discuss computers in the ham shack.  A computer in the ham shack doesn’t have to be a super … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 11 – Podcast ver. 11.1 – October 12 2008 (14.4 MB, runtime 15:45) This episode contains the continuation of a multipart feature about amateur radio.  In this episode we quickly review episodes 1 – 10.  We also discuss the importance of the Amateur Radio Elmer.  Our fellow … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 10 – Podcast ver. 10.1 – September 7 2008 (15.3 MB, runtime 16:44) This episode contains the continuation of a multipart feature about amateur radio.  In this episode we discuss your first ham shack.  Topics such as location, power, grounding, lighting are discussed.  A few links for … Continue reading →

Special Edition Podcast – Hurricane Gustav –  August 31 2008 (1.54 MB, runtime 1:41) A special episode. Keeping everyone in the path of Gustav in our thoughts and prayers. Episode 10 will be available in the very near future. Subscribe to The Practical Amateur Radio Podcast Right Click Here … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 9 – Podcast ver. 9.1 – August 17 2008 (27.7 MB, runtime 30:16) This episode contains the continuation of a multipart feature about amateur radio.  In this episode we discuss your first antenna and discuss antenna setups for antenna restricted neighborhoods.      A few links of interest for … Continue reading →

Podcast Number 8 – Podcast ver. 8.1 – August 4 2008 (23.1 MB, runtime 25:18) This episode contains the continuation of a multipart feature about amateur radio.  In this episode we discuss the first QSO and provide tips and techniques to help avoid “mic freight”.  A helpful repeater etiquette … Continue reading →