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The Ham Radio Guy

Marvin Turner - W0MET
Amateur Radio
Solar Power
Slow Scan Television
Field Day
Hamvention
Parks On the Air
Awards
QRP
ARRL
Winter Field Day
QSL Cards
Remote Ham Radio
Coaxial Cable
WSPR (weak Signal Propagation Reporter)
Echo Link
All-Star Link
Ham Radio
Amateur Radio Code Of Conduct
DX QSO
Dayton, Ohio

The Ham Radio Guy Podcast brings amateur radio to life with the latest news, equipment updates, operating tips, interviews, and stories from across the ham radio community. Join Marvin, W0MET, and co-host Andy, W8DMT, as they explore new radios, useful software, legislation, portable operations, emergency communications, and much more. Whether you’re an experienced operator or just beginning your ... more

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Can amateur radio really send pictures without the internet or cellular service? In this episode of The Ham Radio Guy Podcast, Marvin WØMET explores Slow-Scan Television (SSTV) and explains how ham radio operators transmit and receive images using or... more

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We apologize for the echo on this episode.  We are looking into the issue.  The audio issue did not come across as we were recording only on the final recording.

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Thinking about taking your ham radio station into the field? Before you head out on your next POTA (Parks on the Air), SOTA (Summits on the Air), Field Day, or other portable adventure, this episode is for you!

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I discuss tips, information and updates for Hamvention 2026 on things that will help you manuever Hamvention over the three days.

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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. B... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: Your Ham Radio Can Do THIS? Discover Slow-Scan Television Epsiode 80
Andrew W8DMT
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Episode: Your Everyday Carry Is Missing One Thing Episode #77
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Episode: Field Day Success Starts Weeks Before the First CQ Ep.76
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Episode: DX QSO Episode #58

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Marvin Turner
Host of The Ham Radio Guy with a focus on practical guidance, field operations, and community updates.

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Your Everyday Carry Is Missing One Thing Episode #77
Q: Do you carry a handheld radio with you all the time?
Yes, usually two HTs for different use cases (one for local analog/digital use and another for specific digital APRS or FM needs), and I keep a spare battery and a bag ready for field operations.

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What is The Ham Radio Guy about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on practical amateur radio operations, gear, events, and the hobby's community. Topics span field operations, packing and safety for portable use, Field Day planning, coax and power systems, radios for everyday carry, awards and logging, solar power, emergency power, budget-conscious upgrades, and event previews like Hamvention. Interwoven are hands-on tips, personal anecdotes, and sponsor reads that provide actionable guidance for both newcomers and veteran operators. A recurring thread is making ham radio more approachable and sustainable through planning, affordable gear, community involvement, and demonstrations, with occasional humor segments to keep the content relatable. Notable strengths include structured, how-to ... more

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