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Wavescan

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

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

- 99 Years of Indian Broadcasting / AIR / Akashvani, part 1 - 1920-1936

- DX India Special QSL

- Radio Club Uruguayo - 93rd Anniversary

- NASB 2026 - Mike Sabin, TWR

- Shrine of the Most Blessed Sacrament (Mother Angelica, founder of EWTN TV and WEWN... more

- Radio New York Worldwide - WRUL & WNYW, part 2

- WRUL Programming, 1956

- Podomatic Feedback

- Radio Nacional da Amazonia schedule change

- Radio 4DX, Queensland

- NASB 2026 - Mike Sabin (TWR)

- Philippines DX Report from Henry Umadhay

- Radio New York Worldwide - WRUL and WNYW, part 1

- Venezuela Earthquake, and 90th anniversary of Radio Nacionale de Venezuela

- BBC Radio 5 Live medium wave switch-off

- BBC Radio 4 longwave switchoff

- Japan DX Report from Yukiko Tsuji

- Women Radio Pioneers 2 - Mary Day Lee

- Eike Bierwirth - The EiBi Database

- South Africa DX Report from Andre Gouws

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Recent Guests

Eicke Bierwerth
Shortwave database creator, described as speaker at NASB meeting
IB Space (website ib.space.de)
Episode: Episode 905: Wavescan - 28 Jun 2026
Calvin Carter
International Sales Manager of Continental Electronics
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Episode: Episode 904: Wavescan - 21 Jun 2026
Gilles Letourneau
Official SWL YouTube channel host
YouTube SWL channel
Episode: Episode 900: Wavescan - 24 May 2026
Baker Hughes
Radio engineer with TEXAS background, guest on this episode
Texas radio/engineering circles
Episode: Episode 899: Wavescan - 17 May 2026
Yukiko Tsuji
Host of the Japan DX Report, Japan Shortwave Club
Japan Shortwave Club
Episode: Episode 897: Wavescan - 03 May 2026
Vaisal Binbhai
Director of Technology and Innovation at the Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union
Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union
Episode: Episode 897: Wavescan - 03 May 2026
Henry Umarai
Philippine DX reporter for Wavescan
Independent DX reporter
Episode: Episode 897: Wavescan - 03 May 2026
Andre Gouws
South Africa DX Report contributor
Johannesburg DX Reporter
Episode: Episode 896: Wavescan - 26 Apr 2026
Salahuddin Dolar
Bangladesh DX Report contributor
Rajshahi DX Reporter
Episode: Episode 896: Wavescan - 26 Apr 2026

Hosts

Jeff White
Host of Wavescan; guides discussions and introduces segments; associated with WRMI Shortwave and Wavescan team.
Ray Robinson
Co-host and contributor; on-location reporting and research; long-time Wavescan correspondent.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 9 ratings
  • Better late than never

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the deep-dive history and technical detail.
Episodes blend archival narrative with current industry news, which keeps it engaging.
Guests are well-chosen; expert commentary enhances credibility.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#88
Italy/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#244
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#246
France/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#78
Ireland/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#132
Philippines/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#219
Sweden/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
Episode 899: Wavescan - 17 May 2026
Q: Tell us about your background in radio.
Baker Hughes describes his Texas beginnings, FCC licensing, and early work building and maintaining stations, including KCBI and related facilities, which laid the groundwork for his long career in shortwave engineering.

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Wavescan targets shortwave listeners and DX enthusiasts with a steady mix of historical deep-dives and contemporary industry updates. Episodes frequently chart the evolution of broadcasting infrastructure, highlight regional DX reports, and feature expert guests discussing policy, technology, and global broadcasting trends. A notable strength is the blend of archival storytelling with on-the-ground listening reports, plus regular technical context from industry figures, which helps listeners connect past innovations with present capabilities. The show often leans into adventurous, technically minded topics (antennas, transmitters, HF coordination) and regional logs, making it particularly appealing to professionals and hobbyists who enjoy b... more

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1. Eicke Bierwerth
2. Calvin Carter
3. Gilles Letourneau
4. Baker Hughes
5. Yukiko Tsuji
6. Vaisal Binbhai
7. Henry Umarai
8. Andre Gouws

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