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Wavescan

Ray Robinson
Shortwave Broadcasting
Transworld Radio
Antarctica
Shortwave Radio
Shortwave
BBC
Bangladesh
Indonesia
Ireland
Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union
North Korea
Brazil
Armenia
Voice Of America
World War II
HCJB
NASB
Radio Prague International
High Frequency Coordination Conference (HFCC)
HFCC

Wavescan is a weekly program for shortwave listeners and DXers about the world of international broadcasting. It includes historical features about various aspects of radio broadcasting, as well as current information and interviews. Each edition also includes a shortwave news report from one of our correspondents around the world.

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Latest Episodes

- Neutral & Colonial Radio During World War II, part 1 - Africa

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- Paskistan, part 2 - Freedom at Midnight

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- Radio Martí relay via WQBA, Miami on 1140 kHz

- HFCC, Armenia - Talk with Rocus de Joode of MGLOB, Madagascar

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- Pakistan, part 1 - Azad Kashmir Radio (AKR)

- DRM Update from the HFCC meeting in Armenia

- Japan DX Report from Yukiko Tsuji

- Jungle Radio in South America - The Terry-Holden Expedition VP3THE

- AM Radio Bill passes the U.S. House of Representatives

- HFCC Armenia - Hayk Amiryan, part 2

- South Africa DX Report from Andre Gouws

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Recent Guests

Daniel Robinson
Red Telecom representative
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Episode: Episode 921: Wavescan - 18 Oct 2026
Haik Amirian
AR Radio Intercontinental representative
AR Radio Intercontinental
Episode: Episode 921: Wavescan - 18 Oct 2026
Rocus de Joode
Former Radio Netherlands staff member, now involved with Mglob shortwave
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Episode: Episode 920: Wavescan - 11 Oct 2026
Henry Umadhay
Correspondent for the Philippines DX Report
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Episode: Episode 920: Wavescan - 11 Oct 2026
Matthew Phillips
Vice Chairman of the DRM Consortium, presenter on DRM developments
DRM Consortium
Episode: Episode 919: Wavescan - 04 Oct 2026
Haik Amiryan
A representative of AR Radio Intercontinental, organizer/member of HFCC B-26 conference
AR Radio Intercontinental
Episode: Episode 918: Wavescan - 27 Sep 2026
Andre Gouws
South Africa DX report contributor
DX Report
Episode: Episode 918: Wavescan - 27 Sep 2026
Haik Amirgan
AR Radio Intercontinental representative
AR Radio Intercontinental
Episode: Episode 917: Wavescan - 20 Sep 2026
Mohsen Gomam
Arab States Broadcasting Union representative speaking at opening
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Episode: Episode 916: Wavescan - 13 Sep 2026

Hosts

Jeff White
Host of Wavescan, introduces segments and guides the show
Ray Robinson
Co-host and reporter on Wavescan

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Better late than never

    I just now found out about this podcast thanks to one of your contributors; Andre from S Africa!

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    5
    g43 edc
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the depth and historical context, noting the expert guests and thorough DX reports.
Some episodes' technical depth is appreciated by engineers but may be dense for casual listeners.
The show's travelogue and on-site reporting are highlights for many listeners.

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#73
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#172
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Apple Podcasts
#188
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Apple Podcasts
#225
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Episode 917: Wavescan - 20 Sep 2026
Q: Where is Armenia located and what is the conference about?
Haik explains that Armenia hosts the HFCC conference in Yerevan, highlighting Armenia's location in the Caucasus and its long-standing radio heritage, and describes the conference as a gathering for coordinating shortwave frequency management among international broadcasters.
Episode 856: NWS856 - 20 Jul 2025
Q: What is the NASB annual meeting about this year?
It centers on the convergence of shortwave broadcasting industry players, equipment needs, and policy discussions, with attention to DRM and transmitter technology as the landscape shifts.
Episode 869: Wavescan - 19 Oct 2025
Q: What prompted the Supreme Court case involving Red Lion and what was the outcome?
The case arose after Red Lion refused free airtime requested by a broadcaster; the FCC ruled in favor of providing the airtime under the fairness doctrine, and the Supreme Court ultimately upheld the FCC's position, conditioning license renewals on adherence to the ruling.
Episode 880: Wavescan - 04 Jan 2026
Q: What was the rationale behind using a Coast Guard ship for the relay, rather than a Navy vessel?
To avoid political controversy and because it could operate within territorial waters with permission, serving as a flexible, mobile relay without formal military deployment.
Episode 880: Wavescan - 04 Jan 2026
Q: How did the VOA attempt to counter radio jamming in the region?
By establishing relay stations closer to target areas, using shipboard transmitters when necessary, and later deploying land-based stations to provide more reliable coverage despite the jamming.

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What is Wavescan about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The program caters to shortwave DXers and radio history enthusiasts, blending archival features, global broadcast reporting, and live-field updates. Across episodes, listeners encounter deep dives into historical broadcasting eras, regulatory and coordination topics (HFCC/DRM), and on-site reports from regions around the world, plus interviews with researchers, industry stakeholders, and regional broadcasters. A notable strength is the mix of rigorous historical storytelling with currentDX updates, travelogues, and hands-on reception reports, making it valuable for listeners who enjoy both context and current activity in international broadcasting. The format often weaves technical insights with firsthand reporting, yielding a broad view of... more

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Recent guests on Wavescan include:

1. Daniel Robinson
2. Haik Amirian
3. Rocus de Joode
4. Henry Umadhay
5. Matthew Phillips
6. Haik Amiryan
7. Andre Gouws
8. Haik Amirgan

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