ARRL The Doctor is In
27 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 235 ratingsARRL The Doctor is In is a podcast based on the popular QST magazine column "The Doctor is In." Hosted by QST Editor in Chief Steve Ford, WB8IMY, and columnist Joel Hallas, W1ZR, the podcast is a lively 20-minute discussion of a wide range of technical topics. Sponsored by DX Engineering.
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Episodes
The Best of the Doctor Is In: Coping with the Solar Minimum
January 30, 2020 05:15 - 18.9 MBOriginally distributed in September 2016
The Best of the Doctor Is In: Are Linear Amplifiers Really Worthwhile?
January 16, 2020 05:15 - 27.2 MBThe episode was originally distributed in June 2016.
The Best of The Doctor is In: Does CW Get Through When Nothing Else Can?
January 02, 2020 05:15 - 14.1 MBOriginally distributed in April 2016
Holiday Mailbag
December 19, 2019 05:15 - 22.3 MBThe Doctor answers a number of interesting questions from listeners.
VHF/UHF Propagation
December 05, 2019 05:15 - 20.3 MBRepeaters aren't the only ways to span long distances in the world above 50 MHz.
Big Wire Antennas
November 21, 2019 05:15 - 18 MBRhombics, Lazy Hs, Curtains, oh my! The Doctor talks BIG wire antennas for the HF bands.
Antenna Switches
November 07, 2019 05:15 - 16.6 MBThere is more to an antenna switch than meets the eye. The Doctor explains.
Beverage Antennas
October 24, 2019 04:15 - 15.4 MBThe Doctor discusses a legendary receiving antenna -- not adult drinks!
Antenna EnTRAPment!
October 10, 2019 04:15 - 17.6 MBAwful puns notwithstanding, antenna traps are clever devices, but not many amateurs understand how they work. The Doctor explains . . .
Keeping Water Out of Coaxial Cables
September 26, 2019 04:15 - 23.1 MBWater is one of the great enemies of coaxial cable, causing severe loss and other issues. The Doctor explains how to keep H2O at bay.
Coaxial Cable Connectors
September 12, 2019 04:15 - 21.4 MBThe Doctor discusses the wide variety of coaxial cable connectors, including some you may not recognize.
Different Types of Grounds
August 29, 2019 04:15 - 20.8 MBWhat sort of ground do you need -- RF or electrical safety? It makes a big difference, as the Doctor explains.
The Legendary G5RV Antenna
August 15, 2019 04:15 - 16.8 MBThe Doctor separates myth from fact about this very popular antenna for the HF bands.
Noise Blankers and Noise Reduction
August 01, 2019 04:15 - 17.5 MBDifferent tools for different applications. The Doctor explains the differences.
Antenna Polarization
July 18, 2019 04:15 - 18.4 MBYour antenna's polarization can make a big difference in how well you can hear, and be heard -- especially on VHF and up.
Selecting Coaxial Cable
July 04, 2019 04:15 - 24.5 MBThere are many types of cable for many applications. Which type do you need?
ARRL's The Doctor is In - Listener Mailbag
June 20, 2019 04:15 - 17.4 MBThe Doctor answers questions from listeners!
ARRL's The Doctor Is In - Stringing Up Antennas
June 06, 2019 04:15 - 21.2 MBTrees make handy supports for wire antennas, but getting an antenna into a tree -- and keeping it there -- can be a challenge.
Do Dipoles Have to be Straight?
May 23, 2019 04:15 - 17.1 MBThe answer to the question is an emphatic "no," and the Doctor explains why.
It's About Time!
May 09, 2019 04:15 - 16.1 MBA discussion of UTC as well as the importance of accurate time for a number of digital modes.
Handheld Transceivers
April 25, 2019 04:15 - 15.4 MBThese little radios are packed with features, but which one is best for you?
Listening Outside the Ham Bands
April 11, 2019 04:15 - 20.2 MBWhether you own an HF transceiver, or a VHF/UHF handheld radio, there is much to hear beyond Amateur Radio frequencies.
The WSPR Heard 'Round the World
March 28, 2019 04:15 - 19.9 MBAre you curious about the mysteries of signal propagation, or maybe wondering how well your antenna is working? The answer may be just a "WSPR" away.
SWR Simplified
March 14, 2019 16:15 - 16.3 MBA discussion of SWR -- Standing Wave Ratio -- can be complicated, but it really doesn't need to be.
Meet the Raspberry Pi
February 28, 2019 05:15 - 26 MBBecome acquainted with the versatile Raspberry Pi microcomputer, and learn about our new podcast for beginning amateurs.
Are We Entering a Maunder Minimum?
February 14, 2019 05:15 - 13.4 MBWe are at the bottom of the current solar cycle, but what are the long-term prospects for improvement?
FT8
January 31, 2019 05:15 - 26 MBSteve Ford, WB8IMY, provides an introduction to FT8, one of the most popular Amateur Radio digital modes ever created.