ARRL The Doctor is In
Summary: ARRL The Doctor is In is a podcast based on the popular QST magazine column "The Doctor is In." Hosted by QST Editor in Chief Steve Ford, WB8IMY, and columnist Joel Hallas, W1ZR, the podcast is a lively 20-minute discussion of a wide range of technical topics. Sponsored by DX Engineering.
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- Artist: Steve Ford and Joel Hallas
- Copyright: Copyright 2018 ARRL The Doctor is In
Podcasts:
Are magnetic loop antennas really magnetic? And how can they be so small, yet work so well?
The key to getting the most from Amateur Radio on the HF bands is to understand the concept of "propagation." HF propagation can be fickle at times, and often downright spooky!
Adding a linear amplifier to your station can be a substantial investment. Is the benefit worth the cost?
What does it really mean to have a good "ground" at your Amateur Radio station? Does every station have to be grounded? If not, why not?
Baluns have been fixtures in Amateur Radio antenna systems for decades, but what are they? Does every antenna need one?
The Doctor discusses the wide variety of interference sources you'll encounter inside and outside your home, and offers tips on how to deal with them.
Open wire feed lines are touted as being superior to coaxial cable. But is that true in all applications? Listen and find out!
Is it true that CW can get through when nothing else can? The Doctor separates the myth from the reality.
