The Ham Radio Guy

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Ever spin the dial… make a few contacts… and then just sit there thinking, “Alright… now what?”

That moment hits more hams than you’d think. You got licensed, figured out your gear… but now you need a mission.That’s where awards change everything. Because right now, you could be chasing all 50 states, working 100 countries, activating parks—and actually building a log...

Most conversations about “advanced” amateur radio assume unlimited budgets and perfect conditions. But that’s not reality for most of us.

In a upcoming episode, I wil lbe talking honestly about the real cost of going next-level in amateur radio—the stuff nobody warns you about. I will have a Patreon-exclusive follow-up flips the script.

Advanced Ham Radio on a Budget is about:

• Spending smarter, not big...

Welcome to Episode #71, and today we’re talking about one of the great elements of the hobby — QRP. That’s right, making contacts across states, across continents, even across oceans… all with less power than it takes to light up a nightstand lamp.

In this episode, we’ll explore what QRP really means, the history and philosophy behind running low power, the gear and antennas that make it possib...

Check out these new short podcast episodes that will be integrated in between other longer podcast.  Let me know if you enjoy these.

In this episode, Marvin, W0MET breaks down two simple habits that can save you hours of frustration in the shack and in the field: labeling everything and building a known-good kit. No new radios. No expensive upgrades. Just real-world tips that make troubleshooting faster, portable ops smoother...

2025 Year-End Review: Amateur Radio News, FCC Updates & Silent Keys

As we close out 2025, Marvin Turner, W0MET, takes a comprehensive look back at the year in amateur radio. In this special year-end episode of The Ham Radio Guy, we cover the biggest equipment releases, major FCC and regulatory developments, industry changes, and key public-service milestones that shaped the hobby.

Highlights include new radios from Yaesu, FlexR...

Welcome to Episode 63 ! I’m excited to kick off this journey with a deep dive into some pressing issues and stories in the amateur radio world, plus how each of us can make a difference when disaster strikes.

In this episode, I discuss:

• Amateur Radio Operator Conduct — What it means to uphold professionalism, ethics, and responsibility in our communications. We’ll explore what makes good operator behavior, h...

Whether you're just curious about those weird sounds or ready to start decoding your first signal, this episode is packed with everything you need to know about one of ham radio’s most visual modes. Slow Scan Television

What is it, how it works, and how you can get started sending and receiving images right over HF using nothing more than your rig and a computer or smartphone.

In this milestone 60th episode of The Ham Radio Guy, Marvin Turner (WØMET) explores the expanding world of remote operations in amateur radio. From operating your station from thousands of miles away to sharing gear with fellow hams, remote ops are reshaping how we get on the air.

Marvin breaks down the gear, software, and setup options — including tips for FlexRadio users, network considerations, legal implications, and real...

In this episode of The Ham Radio Guy, Marvin sits down with Steve Berry, N1EZ—the creator and founder of the DX QSO Cloud Logbook. Steve shares the inspiration behind developing this innovative cloud-based logging solution and walks us through how it works, what sets it apart from traditional logbooks, and how it's helping amateur radio operators streamline their DXing and QSO tracking. Whether you're a seasoned contester or ...

In Episode 57 of The Ham Radio Guy, we dive into one of the most time-honored and essential aspects of amateur radio: traffic handling. Join us as we explore the mission and methods of Radio Relay International (RRI)—a modern organization with deep roots in the legacy of message relays and emergency communication.

Whether you're curious about how radiograms move across the country, how nets are structured for maximum efficien...