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The DX MentorEpisode 73 - DXPeditionto the British Virgin IslandsHello and welcome to episode 73 of The DX Mentor - details about the upcoming VP2V DXPedition to the British Virgin Islands by our guests. I’m Bill, AJ8BHere is our guests story as presented by Bernie, W3UR: August 8-11: VP2V, British Virgin Islands - Brothers KK4LWR, Andy Milluzzi, and KD8RTT, Tony Milluzzi, are going on their first DXpedition August 9-11 in Tortola, British Virgin Islands, as VP2V/KK4lWR and VP2V/KD8RTT. Andy says that they are both big travelers and wanted to try a weekend on th...2025-08-021h 00
The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Episode 72 - ARRL DXCCHello and welcome to episode 72 of The DX Mentor, all about the ARRL DXCC program. I’m Bill, AJ8B. Between the DX Mentor Facebook page, the weekly DX column in the Ohio Section Journal, the DX section of This Week in Amateur Radio podcast, and the This Week in DX weekly YouTube episodes, I have received quite a few emailsover the past months about a couple of topics. One of those topics is the DXCC program. If this is the first time you are joining us, Welcome! We have a back ca...2025-07-271h 08
The DX MentorEpisode 71 - All About Confirming the QSOHello and welcome to episode 71 of The DX Mentor, I’m Bill, AJ8B. Between the DX Mentor Facebook page, the weekly DX column in the Ohio Section Journal, the DX section of This Week in Amateur Radio podcast, and the This Week in DX weekly YouTube episodes, I have received quite a few emails over the past months about a couple of topics. One of those is the art and process of confirming a QSO and the QSL process. Since we had already recorded an excellent episode on this very topic, I thought I would update it and th...2025-07-201h 20
The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Episode 70 - NY0VThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #HamradioHello and welcome to episode 70 of The DX Mentor –a discussion with Tom, NY0V. I’m Bill, AJ8B.If this is the first time you are joining us, Welcome! We have a back catalog covering many aspects of DX in both podcast and...2025-06-292h 10
The DX MentorEpisode 68 - VU2RSThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #HamradioWelcome to episode 68 of The DX Mentor –All About DX. Thank you for joining us..I’m Bill, AJ8B.If this is the first time you are joining us, Welcome! We have a back catalog covering many aspects of DX in both podcast and YouTube format. Plea...2025-06-151h 04
The DX MentorEpisode 67 - KF8KI & QRZ.comThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #HamradioOur guest today is Steve, KF8KI. We normally start with a recap of the Ham radio journey for our guest, but he is so active in so many things, I thought I would cover those other...2025-06-021h 45
The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Episode 69 - WB2REMHello and welcome to episode 69 of The DX Mentor – A discussion with Jim, WB2REM. Thank you for joining us. I’m Bill, AJ8B.If this is the first time you are joining us, Welcome! We have a back catalog covering many aspects of DX. Please check us out. If you like what you find, please subscribe to always be notified of a new podcast! Another way to keep in touch and to see what we are up to is via the DX Mentor Facebook page. I will be posting aboutupcoming podcasts as well as...2025-05-181h 05
The DX MentorEpisode 66 - KB6NUThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #HamradioResources mentioned include:Links to all books and articles on web pageKB6NU Blog https://www.kb6nu.com/KE9D blog https://ke9v.net/Study Guides...2025-05-031h 16
The DX MentorEpisode 65 - K6VHFThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #HamradioResources mentioned include:Weekly RTTY Test Details https://radiosport.world/wrt.htmlBouvet & Peter I DXPedition Bouvet: https://3y0k.com/ Peter I: https://3y0l.com/Deep...2025-04-191h 25
The DX MentorEpisode 64 - K1ZNThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #HamradioK1ZN has many accomplishments, knows a lot about all aspects of DXing and is an experienced IOTA chaser. He will share all of that with us as well as some discussion about his book on DXing.Resources mentioned include:2025-04-061h 13
The DX MentorDX Mentor discussion with ARRL CEO David Minster, NA2AAHello and welcome to episode 63 of The DX Mentor –A Discussion with ARRL CEO NA2AA, David Minster. Thank you for joining us. I’m Bill, AJ8B.If this is the first time you are joining us, Welcome! We have a back catalog of over 60 episodes covering many aspects of DX in both podcast and YouTube format. Please check us out. If you like what you find, please subscribe, like, and share the episode. For any comments, input, or information, just drop me a line at thedxmentor@gmail.com.An...2025-03-252h 04
The DX MentorVU4AX - DXPedition to Andaman IslandThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #HamradioOur guests today are Max, ON5UR, Ron PA3EWP, and Joe, W8GEX. All three are experienced, passionate DXers and the conversation should be lively and informative. The best description of the upcoming DXPedition comes from Bernie...2025-03-1052 min
The DX MentorThe DX Corner - This Week in Amateur Radio 03/08/25 Hello and Welcome to the DX Corner for your weekly Dose of DX as part of Ham Radios oldest Ham Radio Magazine on the air, “This week in amateur radio.” I’m Bill, AJ8B. I am not sure how many of you are interested in 60M, but overall interest is growing. One of my best friends, Joe, W8GEX, produces a 60-meter newsletter. Joe is considered by many as the godfather of 60m. With almost 250 entities confirmed on 60, I can understand why. New Zealand stations ZL4OL and ZL2CC have been heard around 0700z. Watch your 6...2025-03-0812 min
The DX MentorEpisode 61 - VA3MW and FLEX RadioThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #HamradioOur guest was Michael Walker, VA3MW, and Joe, W8GEXAmongst other things like working for NORAD, we discussed How did you get started?Why chasing DX?How has your experience with 6M been?...2025-03-021h 45
The DX MentorEpisode 60 - 2024 DX Year in ReviewThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #HamradioIn this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss:The 2024 DX Year in Review document that was published by W3UR and W1JR. This is an excellent source of reference material and has been around...2025-02-2150 min
The DX MentorEpisode 59 - TI1RRCThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Intro: A Russian Robinson Team consisting Alex RW3RN, Hal W8HC, Mike K5MSK, Slava OK8AU, Raisa R1BIG, Tim NL8F, Vlad R9LR and Yuri N3QQ will be active from Central American DXCC entities (covering IOTA and POTA) during...2025-02-0149 min
The DX MentorEpisode 58 - W0YK - RTTYThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Our guests were Ed, W0YK, and Joe, W8GEX
The topics that we covered included:
Intros - Joe, W8GEX, and then you
How did you get in to Ham Radio?
How did you get...2025-01-211h 41The DX MentorDX Mentor Status UpdateThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Resources mentioned include:
Southwest Ohio DX Assoc. https://www.swodxa.org
Daily DX https://www.dailydx.com/
DX Engineering https://www.dxengineering.com/
...2024-12-3003 minThe DX MentorEpisode 55 - DX GeographyThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Hello and welcome to episode 55 of The DX Mentor and our discussion of Geography and DX. Thank you for joining us. I’m Bill, AJ8B.
If this is the first time you are with us, Welcome! We have a back catalog of ove...2024-11-101h 23
The DX MentorEpisode 54 - 9M1ZHello and welcome to episode 54 of The DX Mentor Discussion with 9M8HAZ. Thank you for joining us. I’m Bill, AJ8B.
If this is the first time you are joining us, Welcome! We have a back catalog of over 50 episodes covering many aspects of DX in both podcast and YouTube format. Please check us out. If you are new to DXing, I would really recommend episode 1 as it was recorded with several world class DXers. You will get a feel of the excitement that goes with chasing DX!
If you like what you...2024-10-2737 min
The DX MentorEpisode 53 - 3D2Y - RotumaThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Instead of my explanation, lets check out what the Rotuma2024.com website has to say:
"The Pacific Islands DXpedition Group (PIDXG) is pleased to announce that Gregg, W6IZT; Dean, W2FQ; Nathan, K4NHW...2024-10-1954 min
The DX MentorEpisode 52 - S9Z DXPedition to Sao Tome & PrincipeThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Today we will be discussing the upcoming DXPedtion to Sao Tome & Principe, S9Z. The following is from their website:
“The Dateline DX Association (DDXA), a world-wide DX organization, is pleased to announce to the amateur radio DX community the activation of Sao Tome & Pr...2024-10-1251 min
The DX MentorEpisode 51 - DXpedition to Vanuatu - YJ0VV
This is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Van, N4VGE, is the point of contact and organizer for a DXpedition to Vanuatu October 15th to the 30th, for the CQ WW SSB contest. The Vanuatu call sign will be YJ0VV for the DXpedition. They will be staying at a luxury villa about 15km from Port V...2024-10-0558 min
The DX MentorEpisode 50 - C21MM - NauruThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Our guests today are Rolf, DL7VEE, Christian, DL6KAC, and Joe, W8GEX. We are going to be discussing the upcoming DXPedition to C21MM, Nauru with Rolf and Christian.
The DXpedition to Nauru, C21MM, will run from October 10...2024-09-2843 min
The DX MentorEpisode 49 - T32VU RecapThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
DF4GV, DL4SVA, DK2AMM, DJ7TO, DL1KWK and DL2AWG went to Kiritimati (OC 024) from the 13th of March to the 27th of March, 2024.
We ran 3 Stations, 24 hours per day.
Our main modes were CW, SSB, RTTY, and some...2024-09-131h 14
The DX MentorEpisode 48 - DXLabs
Welcome to The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our guest is Dave, AA6YQ, and we will be discussing his groundbreaking suite of software products known as the DX Suite.
Here are some of the links that we mention during the discussion:
DX Suite Home: https://www.dxlabsuite.com/
...2024-09-062h 09
The DX MentorEpisode 33 - 3D PrintingThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Our guest was Bob, wv7w@arrl.net
Here are some of the YouTube 3D printing channels:
House of Ham
Maker's Muse
Uncle Jessy
3D Printing Nerd
Here are some of...2024-09-011h 29
The DX MentorEpisode 38 - Improving Your DX Experience Part2This is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our Ralph, K9ZO, will share many ways that he has improved his DXing. Ralph is very accomplished as his bio states "My interests include technology, entrepreneurship, contesting, DXing, CW, VHF, propagation, and being very active...2024-08-181h 31
The DX MentorEpisode 37 - Improving Your DX Experience - Part 1This is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our Ralph, K9ZO, will share many ways that he has improved his DXing. Ralph is very accomplished as his bio states "My interests include technology, entrepreneurship, contesting, DXing, CW, VHF, propagation, and being very active...2024-08-041h 08
The DX MentorEpisode 44 - 5H3DXThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio. Our guest is NK8O – Charles Powell
Intros
How did you get into Ham Radio?
Why start chasing DX?
Why decide to BE the DX?
What other DXPeditions have you been on?
...2024-07-211h 03
The DX MentorEpisode 40 - Jarvis IslandThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
This week will be discussing the upcoming N5J DXPedition to Jarvis Island. It has been 34 years since Jarvis has been activated.
N1DG, Don, is our guest today. The dates of the DXPedition are approximately 8/5 through 8/16.
2024-07-1553 min
The DX MentorEpisode 46 - FT8 and Super FoxThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to
move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor
Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Our guest today is Ned Stearns, AA7A. Along with Joe, W8GEX, we will be discussing FT8. Ned was one of the early influencers of FT8, even coining the phrase
“Fox/Hound”. In addition to answering some questions from our...2024-07-071h 47
The DX MentorEpisode 45 - Chasing POTA & DXThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Our guest is Thomas, K4SWL.
The topics and question that were discussed included:
#1 - How to pick a destination
#2 - Approval to make it official (DXCC Desk/POTA equiv?)
2024-07-011h 42
The DX MentorEpisode 42 - NCDXFThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Our guest today is K6TD, Kevin Rowett. Kevin will tell us all about the Northern California DX Foundation, or the NCDXF.
Kevin is a passionate DXer, a great operator, and a great DXer in his...2024-06-231h 12
The DX MentorEpisode 41 - 6M EMEThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Our guest today is David, KJ9I. You may have heard David on episode 31, all about 6 Meters. I received several excellent comments about that episode, and I am sure that this one will be just as popular!
I hope to get...2024-06-151h 21
This Week in Amateur Radio PodcastPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1319PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1319 - Full Version
Release Date: June 8, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Marvin Turner, W0MET, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:38:23
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service:
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1319
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1...2024-06-0900 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1319PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1319 - Full Version
Release Date: June 8, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Marvin Turner, W0MET, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:38:23
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1319
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. AMSAT: Setting Up Your Own Satellite Ground...2024-06-0900 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1319PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1319 - Full Version
Release Date: June 8, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Marvin Turner, W0MET, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:38:23
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1319
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. AMSAT: Setting Up Your Own Satellite Ground...2024-06-0900 min
The DX MentorEpisode 43 - NE8Z - RickThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss:
NE8Z, Rick, and his passion for Ecuador, the Galapagos Islands, and DX!
Here are the topics:
Intro to all – W8...2024-06-031h 19This Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1317PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1317 - Full Version
Release Date: May 25, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Denny Haight, NZ8D, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:29:11
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1317
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. AMSAT: AMSAT At Hamvention
2. AMSAT: Lost and Found: Missing Satellite Rediscovered
3...2024-05-2600 min
The DX MentorDXpedition of the Year - W8S - Swains IslandThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to
move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor
Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
The W8S DXpedition to Swains took place October 4th to the 17th, 2023.
The 10 operators made almost 90,000 QSOs on 160 – 6 meters on CW,
SSB, RTTY, and FT8.
Our guests to...2024-05-2053 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1315PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1315 - Full Version
Release Date: May 11, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Eric Zitell, KD2RJX, Marvin Turner, W0MET, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:27:25
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1315
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. AMSAT: Chang'e-6 Successfully Launches: China's Historic Lunar Mission Begins
2. AMSAT: NASA Reveals SpaceX's Innovative Plan...2024-05-1200 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1315PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1315 - Full Version
Release Date: May 11, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Eric Zitell, KD2RJX, Marvin Turner, W0MET, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:27:25
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1315
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. AMSAT: Chang'e-6 Successfully Launches: China's Historic Lunar Mission Begins
2. AMSAT: NASA Reveals SpaceX's Innovative Plan...2024-05-1200 min
The DX MentorEpisode 39 - DX Year in ReviewThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss:
The 2023 DX Year in Review document that was published by W3UR and W1JR. This is an excellent source of reference material and has been around...2024-05-091h 11This Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1314PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1314 - Full Version
Release Date: May 4, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, William Savocool, K2SAV, Denny Haight, NZ8D, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:35:21
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1314
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. Microwaves In The News
2. Drone Maker DJI...2024-05-0500 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1314PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1314 - Full Version
Release Date: May 4, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, William Savocool, K2SAV, Denny Haight, NZ8D, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:35:21
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1314
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. Microwaves In The News
2. Drone Maker DJI...2024-05-0500 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1312PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1312 - Full Version
Release Date: April 20, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Denny Haight, NZ8D, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulcik, K2ATJ, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, Marvin Turner, W0MET, Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, William Savocool, K2SAV, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:59:59
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1312
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin...2024-04-2100 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1312PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1312 - Full Version
Release Date: April 20, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Denny Haight, NZ8D, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulcik, K2ATJ, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, Marvin Turner, W0MET, Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, William Savocool, K2SAV, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:59:59
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1312
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin...2024-04-2100 min
The DX MentorEpisode 36 - FT4GL - Glorioso IslandThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
We are pleased to announce to the international community, with the agreement of the French Southern and Antarctic Lands, an upcoming amateur radio activity will take place from May 24 to June 19, 2024 on the island of Grande Glorieuse – callsign FT4GL.
This operation, planned for mo...2024-04-1738 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1311PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1311 - Full Version
Release Date: April 13, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Denny Haight, NZ8D, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, Marvin Turner, W0MET, William Savacool, K2SAV, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:58:13
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1311
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1. AMSAT: AMSAT Seeks...2024-04-1400 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1311PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1311 - Full Version
Release Date: April 13, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Denny Haight, NZ8D, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, Marvin Turner, W0MET, William Savacool, K2SAV, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:58:13
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1311
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1. AMSAT: AMSAT Seeks...2024-04-1400 min
The DX MentorEpisode 31 - Lakshadweep & Andaman IslandsThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss:
VU2VKU, Krish, (aka W4VKU) and his DXpedition to Lakshadweep and to Andamann. The questions that were discussed and answered were:
How did...2024-04-091h 35
The DX MentorEpisode 35 - Activation a new DXCC EntityThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
Here are the topics for this episode:
I will introduce each member and ask you to describe your DX and Ham experience;
Describe Freedonia: Freedonia is located on the Ionian Sea, a peninsula off the coast of Albania. This...2024-04-0129 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1309PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1309 - Full Version
Release Date: March 30, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Denny Haight, NZ8D, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Marvin Turner, W0MET, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:59:44
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1309
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. AMSAT: AMSAT Prepares For Hamvention 2024
2. AMSAT: METEOR...2024-03-3100 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1309PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1309 - Full Version
Release Date: March 30, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Denny Haight, NZ8D, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Marvin Turner, W0MET, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:59:44
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1309
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1. AMSAT: AMSAT Prepares For Hamvention 2024
2. AMSAT: METEOR...2024-03-3100 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1308PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1308 - Full Version
Release Date: March 23, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Denny Haight, NZ8D, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, William Savocool, K2SAV, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:45:10
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1308
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1. AMSAT: Starship Lifts...2024-03-2400 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1308PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1308 - Full Version
Release Date: March 23, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Denny Haight, NZ8D, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, William Savocool, K2SAV, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:45:10
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1308
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1. AMSAT: Starship Lifts...2024-03-2400 min
The DX MentorEpisode 32 - DXpedition to T32VUThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
We DF4GV, DL4SVA, DK2AMM, DJ7TO, DL1KWK and DL2AWG want to go Kiritimati OC 024 13th until 27th March 2024
We will be running 3 Stations 24 hours per day.
Our main modes will be CW and SSB and RTTY and...2024-03-2146 minThe DX MentorEpisode 30 - Operating 6 MetersIn this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss:
Why 6 M is appealing
Why 6m is different from other bands
How to get started
Antenna options
6 M techniques
What kind of DX chasing can I expect?
Is 6m DXCC possible?
Is 6m WAZ possible?
What about WAS?
What about grid chasing
Are there calling frequencies?
Do most countries allow 6 M?
Resources mentioned include:
2024-03-111h 07This Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1305PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1305 - Full Version
Release Date: March 2, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Denny Haight, NZ8D, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Eric Zitell, KD2RJX, Bob Donlon, W3BOO, Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:39:56
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1305
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1. Amateur Radio and...2024-03-0300 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1305PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1305 - Full Version
Release Date: March 2, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Denny Haight, NZ8D, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Rich Lawrence, KB2MOB, Eric Zitell, KD2RJX, Bob Donlon, W3BOO, Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:39:56
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1305
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1. Amateur Radio and...2024-03-0300 min
The DX MentorEpisode 29 - DXpedition to Robinson Crusoe IslandThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss CE0Z, JUAN FERNANDEZ. A team with Nick, XQ1KZ, Pablo, CE1KV, Willy, XQ3SA, Willy, XQ3SK, Mike, AB5EB, Ez, HI3R, Otis, NP4G, Mike...2024-02-251h 00This Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1304PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1304 - Full Version
Release Date: February 24, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Denny Haight, NZ8D, Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Mike LaFountain, KE2AWY, Eric Zitell, KD2RJX, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:50:22
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1304
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. AMSAT: SpaceX Delays Crew-8 Astronaut Launch to...2024-02-2500 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1304PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1304 - Full Version
Release Date: February 24, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Denny Haight, NZ8D, Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Mike LaFountain, KE2AWY, Eric Zitell, KD2RJX, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:50:22
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1304
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. AMSAT: SpaceX Delays Crew-8 Astronaut Launch to...2024-02-2500 minThis Week in Amateur Radio PodcastPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1304PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1304 - Full Version
Release Date: February 24, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Denny Haight, NZ8D, Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Mike LaFountain, KE2AWY, Eric Zitell, KD2RJX, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 1:50:22
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service:
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1304
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1...2024-02-2500 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1303PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1303 - Full Version
Release Date: February 17, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Denny Haight, NZ8D, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Marvin Turner, W0MET, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, Bob Donlon. W3BOO, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 2:03:56
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1303
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1. AMSAT: GreenCube IO-117...2024-02-1800 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1303PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1303 - Full Version
Release Date: February 17, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Denny Haight, NZ8D, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Marvin Turner, W0MET, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, Bob Donlon. W3BOO, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 2:03:56
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1303
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1. AMSAT: GreenCube IO-117...2024-02-1800 min
The DX MentorEpisode 27 - H40WA DXpedition to Temotu ProvinceThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss: the upcoming H40WA DXpedition as well as the Intrepid DX Group. The DXpedition will go from Feb 22nd to March 6th.
Resources mentioned include:
2024-02-111h 04This Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1301PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1301
Release Date: February 3, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, William Savacool, K2SAV, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 2:01:00
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1301
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1. AMSAT: New Portable Satellite Antenna Design is Perfect for Emergency Communications
2. AMSAT: Satellite Shorts...2024-02-0400 minThis Week in Amateur RadioPODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio #1301PODCAST: This Week in Amateur Radio Edition #1301
Release Date: February 3, 2024
Here is a summary of the news trending This Week in Amateur Radio. This week's edition is anchored by Chris Perrine, KB2FAF, Dave Wilson, WA2HOY, Will Rogers, K5WLR, Don Hulick, K2ATJ, Eric Zittel, KD2RJX, William Savacool, K2SAV, George Bowen, W2XBS, and Jessica Bowen, KC2VWX.
Produced and edited by George Bowen, W2XBS.
Approximate Running Time: 2:01:00
Podcast Download: https://bit.ly/TWIAR1301
Trending headlines in this week's bulletin service
1. AMSAT: New Portable Satellite Antenna Design is Perfect for Emergency Communications
2. AMSAT: Satellite Shorts...2024-02-0400 min
The DX MentorEpisode 26 - All About CWOPsThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss the CWOPSOrganization. The CWOPs organization consists of many facets including promoting CW, the CW Academy, contests, awards for being on the air and even scholarships. When I joined in 2016, I was...2024-01-281h 25The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Episode 28 - CQ Marathon ChallengeThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
The purpose of this special episode is to hear from Mark, WC3W, the CQ Marathon program administrator. Mark will recap 2023 and discuss a new program called the CQ Marathon Challenge.
In this episode, we reference the following:2024-01-1846 min
The DX MentorEpisode 25 - Japanese Castles on the AirThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss Japanese Castles on the Air, or JACOTA. Greg, JO3SLK, will talk about his adventures with Japanese Castles on the Air. He will also discuss Ham Radio in Japan and his...2024-01-091h 22
The DX MentorEpisode 24 - 60 Meters
Hello and welcome to episode 24 of The DX Mentor, All About 60 Meters. Thank you for joining us.
I’m Bill, AJ8B, The DX Mentor. My guests are DX Gurus that
we can all learn from.
I am sorry that it has been several weeks since we had an
episode drop. Work and family as well as scheduling challenges for me and my
guests always seems to complicate things. However, I am very appreciative that you are still with us, and I want to let you know that we have several excellent episodes com...2023-12-171h 03The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Episode 23 - Wire AntennasThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss:
Wire Antennas - all aspects of wire antennas
Resources mentioned include:
Pactenna https://www.packtenna.com/#/
W8...2023-12-051h 37The DX MentorEpisode 20 - WRTCThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those
hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as
those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as
technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus,
will discuss the World Radiosport Team Championship
Resources mentioned include:
...2023-11-061h 14The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Ham Radio PrepThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss:
the Ham Radio Prep program.
How did it get started?
What is your role?
What other hams are involved?
What has...2023-10-241h 15The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - 160 MetersThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss:
160 Meters
Why the Gentleman's Band?
How to get started?
What makes 160M so interesting?
What is propagation like?
What antennas do you need?
What misconceptions exist...2023-09-241h 18The DX MentorEpisode 17 - Clipperton IslandThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to
move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor
Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, will discuss:
The Upcoming Clipperton Island DXpedition
This is being conducted by the Perseverance DX Group
2023-08-281h 03
The DX MentorEpisode 16 - Ducie IslandThe Purpose of this series of podcasts is to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help.
Hello and welcome to episode 16 of The DX Mentor Podcast, DXPedition to Ducie Island. Thank you for joining us.
This episode is sponsored by Icom America,
makers of the finest radios and accessories for your amateur radio station, by DX Engineering, one of the best one...2023-08-131h 03
The DX MentorThe DX Mentor #15 - The Exploits of W8GEXThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to
move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor
Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all.
I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, Don, N1DG, Brian, AD8FD, and Joe, W8GEX will discuss the highlights and low lights of several of the 62 DXpeditions that Joe has been on.2023-07-171h 22The DX MentorEpisode 14 - INDEXAThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus will introduce us to INDEXA, the International DX Association.
The guests were Ralph, K0IR, Hal, W8HC, Bob N2OO, and Joe,
W8GEX.
References...2023-07-0156 minThe DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Hamvention RecapThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus will discuss their first reaction to the recent Dayton Hamvention. We are only 2 days from all of the activity and I think it was important to capture the spirit and essence of this...2023-05-2750 minThe DX MentorThe DXMentor Podcast - Episode 11 - QRP DXingThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode, our DX Gurus take us through what #QRP operating is and what can be done. It is amazing!
Please let me know your thoughts and suggestions....2023-05-111h 08The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Thoughts on VisaliaThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, K0MD and AA7A will discuss their observations of the Visalia DX Convention. https://www.dxconvention.com/
Other links discussed
www.icomamerica.com
2023-05-021h 29The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Episode DX - HF PropagationThis is The DX Mentor podcast. I hope to help those hams trying to move up the DXCC ladder as well as those that at on the DXCC Honor Roll. As fast as technology is moving, no one can keep up on it all. I am here to help. #DX #Hamradio
In this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, W8GEX, W3UR, and W3LPL will discuss:
The sun
- Solar cycle
- Sunspot number
- Ionizing radiation
- the solar flux index
- solar max...2023-04-181h 57The DX MentorThe DX Mentor Episode 8 - All Things QSLIn this episode of The DX Mentor, our #DX gurus, K8DV, W8GEX, NR8Z, and W0VTT, will discuss:
What makes the QSO?
What is a valid #QSL card? (Does it really have to have RST on it?)
Paper cards
Outgoing buro
Incoming Buro
Managers
QSL Card services - out of date, but may be useful?
Mailing Direct
Stamps
IRCs
Envelopes
LoTW
Resources mentioned include:
Southwest Ohio DX A...2023-04-041h 23The DX MentorEpisode 6 - Promoting Your Club or Activity - Part 2In this episode, AJ8B - Bill, W8GEX - Joe, K8DV - Dave, and KI4KWR - Steve, lead us through a discussion of ways to promote your activity. In part 1 we discussed YouTube, Twitter, and Instagram as well as websites. In this edition we discuss email marketing, print marketing, and word of mouth.
Sites referenced were:
Gigaparts - https://www.gigaparts.com/
Greater Cincinnati Hamfest - https://cincinnatihamfest.org/
Milford Amateur Radio Club - https://milfordhamradio...2023-03-241h 20
The DX MentorThe DX Mentor Podcast - 3Y0J InterviewIn this special edition of the DX Mentor Podcast, Joe, W8GEX, and I will interview Adrian, KO8SCA from the Bouvet Island DXPedition. Drop me a note to let me know if you enjoyed this: thedxmentor@gmail.com #DX #Hamradio
Thanks2023-03-1748 minThe DX MentorDX Mentor Special Announcement 3Y0JHello and welcome to a special announcement on the DX Mentor podcast. Very soon we will publish an interview with Adrian, KO8SCA, of the 3Y0J Bouvet Island DXPedition.
This DXpedition was one of the most widely published and anticipated operations in recent memory. There has been a lot of praise, criticism, misinformation, and questions about this DXpedition and Adrian will address our questions in the frank and honest manner that he always assumes.
Coincidently, Adrian will be the keynote speaker at the DXDinner held at the Marriott on the Friday of Hamvention weekend.2023-03-1300 minThe DX MentorThe DX Mentor Podcast Episode 7 - Next Gen InternetOne of the innovators and risk takers in our hobby is Eric Guth, 4Z1UG. Eric is pushing the envelope with his QSO Today virtual Ham Expo. This is literally an amateur exposition behind a pain of glass.
Eric’s initial foray into newer technologies was the launch of his QSO Today Podcast where he interviews Ham Radio Operators. He recently finished #441 which is quite a feat. How does this tie into the DX Mentor, well….you’ll just have to listen!
QSO Today podcast - https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com/
QSO Tod...2023-03-091h 41The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Promoting Your Club or Event with Social MediaIn this episode, we deviate from the normal DX podcast to explore how Social Media can be used to promote your ham radio club or event. Join AJ8B and W8GEX as they discuss all aspects of social media with leading eMarketeer, Kate Evans, of YourSocialStatus.com
Please pass along questions or comments to me at TheDXMentor@gmail.com2023-03-071h 41The DX MentorDXCC PerspectiveIn this episode, W8GEX, Joe, K4ZLE, Jay, NR8Z, Tom, WB0N, Bert, and I discuss the correct approach to attacking the DXCC entity list and the honor roll. How do you eat an elephant? One bite at a time. This is no different!
Here are some links we referenced in the podcast
icom radios -https://www.icomamerica.com/en/
The Daily DX - https://www.dailydx.com/
Southwest Ohio DX Association - https://www.swodxa.org
Contest University - https://www.contestuniversity.com/
DX...2023-02-201h 42The DX MentorThe DX Mentor - Episode 3 - All Things CQMy guests in this episode are Joe, W8GEX - Honor Roll DXer and DXpeditioner, WC3W - Mark - Director of the CQ Marathon Program (wc3w@arrl.net),N4BAA - Jose - Director of the CQ WAZ program (n4baa@arrl.net), and W2VU - Rich - editor of CQ Magazine. (w2vu@cq-amateur-radio.com)
More details on CQ Magazine can be found at https://cq-amateur-radio.com/
More details on the CQ Marathon can be found at https://dxmarathon.com/
More details on the CQ WAZ program can be...2023-02-061h 37The DX MentorThe ARRL DX Century Club or DXCCThis episode will explain the origins of the DXCC program, how to submit your application to the DXCC program and what determines a country or entity?
2023-01-231h 12The DX MentorThe Excitement of DXIn this episode, renown DXers W8GEX - Joe, K0MD - Scott, and AA7A - Ned, discuss the excitement and fun of talking to amateur radio operators in other countries. The host, AJ8B - Bill, covers many topics including the thrill of "working" DX and of being DX!
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The DX MentorIntroduction to the DX Mentor PodcastThe DX Mentor Podcast strives to serve the Amateur Radio DX Community. The target audience is any ham who has an interest working DX. The first season of podcasts will focus on entry level concepts. The concepts will be discussed by seasoned DXers.2022-11-1702 min
The Cartoon ChroniclesThe Regular Show Voice Actor for Rigby Bill SalyersBill Salyers, the voice of Rigby on The Regular Show on Cartoon Network, is this weeks guest. We chat about the importance of The Regular Show, working with Mark Hamill, the cast and crew of the Regular Show, being a dad and so much more. This chat was so fun and with the significance of The Regular and with my life, it was an absolute surreal moment. Bill was an outstanding human being and such a fun guest, real salt of the earth this guy. Don't forget, "Hamboning will save your life one day!"
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QSO Today Podcast - Interviews with the leaders in amateur radioBill Saylers AJ8BBill Salyers, AJ8B, had a great ham radio start as a kid in the Seventies. Bill loves to work CW to pursue DXCC and just to ragchew and communicate. He hones his skills with the help of CWOPS and is open to the opportunities afforded by all of the new digital modes.2020-09-1959 min
The Mutant SeasonSam Marin and Bill Salyers of Regular ShowA couple of the voices from The Regular Show, Sam Marin (voice of Pops, Benson and Muscle Man) and Bill Salyers (voice of Rigby) hang out with Gil to talk about what led them to voice acting, how the think of the voices for their characters and more!2014-10-0941 min