Best Transmitters Podcasts (2025)

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127 - Project Showcase 47:35

2d ago47:35

47:35

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast I take a look at 5 amazing projects you can find at the links below. This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/H: https://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGG Here are the links to the projects: https://hackaday.io/project/33-analog-cpu-gauge https://hackaday.io/project/203412-conver…

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Field Day Disappointment? Why We Think ARRL Needs to Evolve (+ FTX1 Final Update) 1:05:54

3d ago1:05:54

1:05:54

What happens when the "Super Bowl of Amateur Radio" meets poor band conditions? The Everyday Ham team breaks down their 2025 ARRL Field Day experience with honest reflection about what worked, what didn't, and why it still matters. Despite challenging propagation that made 20 meters nearly useless, our South Lyon Area Amateur Radio Club (SLAARC) fi…

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NZART Official Broadcast June 2025 17:24

7d ago17:24

17:24

Presidential Comment with NZART President Daniel Vandenburg ZL2DRV Hamilton Branch 12 NZART Sale Day Promo NZART Headquarters News with Debby Morgan ZL2DL NZ YL Conference Report with Topsy Scott ZL2LS Whangarei Sale Day Promo NZART Branches News with Stephen McNeill in Christchurch.By Jim Meachen ZL2BHF

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126 - Simple Circuits 36:24

16d ago36:24

36:24

This week on the Simple Electronics Podcast, I talk about some simple circuits newcomers can build cheaply and easily! Join Patreon if you want to support the show! https://www.patreon.com/simpleelectronics Thanks for listening!

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125 - Framing 46:37

1M ago46:37

46:37

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast I talk about framing - in the sense that electronics youtubers tend to get more views when they frame their videos for a broader audience.This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/H:https://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGHere is the form to fill out for one-day-challenge builds:…

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FTX1 Reality Check: Our Honest Review + SteppIR Exit 1:07:37

1M ago1:07:37

1:07:37

The long-awaited Yaesu FTX1 Optima has finally arrived in ham shacks across America, but does it live up to the hype? We've spent days testing Yaesu's latest flagship and share our unfiltered experiences that left us reaching for our trusty FT-891s instead. From PTT issues that drop mid-transmission to strange menu bugs and disappointing receiver p…

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The road to diabetes 59:54

1M ago59:54

59:54

Today we return to the topic of health with emphasis on understanding the long road many Americans unknowingly on a route straight to diabetes. Kimberley Huggins, a keto/low-carb certified primal health coach and nutrition expert, shows us the potholes created by our food and health systems. It doesn’t have to be this way, but requires attention to…

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NZART Official Broadcast May 2025 17:00

1M ago17:00

17:00

NZART Presidents Comments with Daniel Vandenburg ZL2DRV Manawatu Boot Sale Promo NZART Headquarters Report with Debby Morgan ZL2DL International AR news from the Amateur Radio Newsline Go QRP promo NZYL Group update with Rosemary Boshier ZL1RO NZART Conference 2025 update from Conference Co-ordinator Lynne Wallace ZL2LKW NZART Branch News with Step…

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124 - Local Shops 46:00

1M ago46:00

46:00

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast I chat about what is going on with my voice, my visit to QKits the electronics store and makerspaces.I implore you to check out QKits!:https://store.qkits.com/electronics.html?cat=50Thanks for listening!

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Hamvention 2025 Breakdown: What We Saw, What We Loved 51:03

2M ago51:03

51:03

The Dayton Hamvention 2025 delivered on every front as we explored Xenia's grounds with our South Lion Area Amateur Radio Club members in their distinctive yellow shirts. This year's highlights included the Kenwood TH-D750 triple-band mobile with its built-in D-STAR hotspot and accessibility features, Flex Radio's impressive Aurora series with inte…

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The Session | 2025 | Live: 69th Legislature Recap 58:30

2M ago58:30

58:30

In a live event one week after the session adjourned, host Shaylee Ragar with Montana Public Radio digs into everything that lawmakers did—and didn't—get done in this year's legislative session with the MTPR and Montana Free Press reporters who covered all the major issues.

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123 - Expensive Videos 40:22

2M ago40:22

40:22

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast, I congratulate Carl The Pumpkin Man on his recent Pumpkin Jam, I talk about electronics events and talk about some of the costs incurred last year!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/H:https://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGCarl's video:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4i_…

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Is the Yaesu FTX1 a True Game Changer? Plus Dayton Hamvention 2025 1:02:19

2M ago1:02:19

1:02:19

Is the Yaesu FTX-1F a True Game Changer? Plus Dayton Hamvention 2025 Yaesu has shaken the amateur radio world with the release of their new FTX-1F series, particularly the Optima model with its revolutionary modular design. We explore the groundbreaking features that have hams reaching for their wallets—from the detachable QRP head unit that can op…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 18 | Sine Die 12:33

2M ago12:33

12:33

The session has officially adjourned. Host Shaylee Ragar with Montana Public Radio digs into what you need to know to make sense of the end of 69th Montana legislative session with Tom Lutey, Eric Dietrich, and Mara Silvers, all of Montana Free Press.

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The Session | 2025 | Week 17 | The End Approaches 12:11

2M ago12:11

12:11

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NZART Official Broadcast April 2025 15:03

2M ago15:03

15:03

Presidential Comments with Daniel Vandenburg ZL2DRV Sangster Shield Contest 2025 details from Glen Kingston ZL2KZ NZART Headquarters Update with Sara-Jayne Morrow Go QRP Next Event details, Jock White Memorial Field Day Results with Stuart Watchman ZL2TW NZART Conference 2025 update with Lynne Wallace ZL2LKW News from NZART Branches with Stephen Mc…

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122 - Spring Circuits 45:19

2M ago45:19

45:19

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast - I chat about the two recent circuit projects I have been working on; a servo tester and the RP2350B board by WeAct. I also picked 3 r/AskElectronics posts with no replies and help out some newbies!This episode is supported by viewers like you:https://www.patreon.com/SimpleElectronicsServo testerhttps://…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 16 | Childcare and Education 12:37

3M ago12:37

12:37

Host Shaylee Ragar with Montana Public Radio talks all things childcare and education with MTPR's Victoria Traxler and Alex Sakariassen of Montana Free Press as the legislative session inches closer and closer to Sine Die.

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The Session | 2025 | Week 15 | Health Gets Political 12:53

3M ago12:53

12:53

Montana Public Radio's Shaylee Ragar breaks down the latest on all things health at the legislature with MTFP's Mara Silvers.

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121 - Basement Electronics 1:03:07

3M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

In this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast, I sit down with Basement Electronics to talk about April Fool's videos, Home Assistant and what we're doing this year!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGFind him here:https://bsky.app/profile/curisireland.bsky.socialhttps://w…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 14 | Budgetary Jenga 12:37

3M ago12:37

12:37

It's time to talk money. Montana Public Radio's Shaylee Ragar breaks down all things budget and taxes with Montana Free Press's Eric Dietrich.

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From Scanner to Transmitter: How Everyday Hobbies Lead to Ham Radio 1:03:07

3M ago1:03:07

1:03:07

In this episode of Everyday Ham, we explore how everyday hobbies — from scanning police channels to using walkie-talkies with friends — can spark a lifelong interest in amateur radio. James (K8JKU), Jim (N8JRD), and Rory (W8KNX) share their personal journeys into the hobby, along with highlights (and regrets) from the recent Toledo Hamfest. We also…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 13 | The Judiciary and Wildfires 12:52

3M ago12:52

12:52

Host Shaylee Ragar and Montana Free Press's Tom Lutey and Zeke Lloyd break down two topics burning away in the legislature: judiciary reform and wildfires.

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NZART Official Broadcast March 2025 16:25

3M ago16:25

16:25

Presidents Comments with Daniel Vandenburg ZL2DRV A Statement from RSM NZART Headquarters News with Sara-Jayne Morrow Go QRP Night Contest Information NZART 2025 Conference Lower Hutt Update International Amateur Radio News from the Amateur Radio Newsline ZL Sprint News from Mark ZL3AB Roundup on NZART Branch News with Stephen McNeill ZL4HG in Chri…

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120 - Organization 55:38

3M ago55:38

55:38

In this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast, I talk about the new transmitter project, my shop's organization and future livestreams!Here are the boards:WeAct: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_opu13fRStamp: https://www.lectronz.com/products/rp2350-stamp-xlThanks for watching!

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The Session | 2025 | Week 12 | The Montana State Hospital, Doulas, and St. Paddy's at the Capitol 12:52

3M ago12:52

12:52

Host Shaylee Ragar sits down with Montana Free Press's Mara Silvers and Nora Mabie to talk over legislation that could impact the Montana State Hospital, Indigenous children in Montana, and the future of doulas in the state.

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The Session | 2025 | Transmittal Interview 2 | Katie Sullivan 12:36

4M ago12:36

12:36

Host Shaylee Ragar talks the first half of the session and what comes next with Democratic House Minority Leader Katie Sullivan.

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The Session | 2025 | Transmittal Interview 1 | Matt Regier 12:44

4M ago12:44

12:44

Shaylee Ragar sits down with Republican Senate President Matt Regier to discuss the first half of the session, policy lawmakers are considering, and what comes next.

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119 - Live Transmitters 59:00

4M ago59:00

59:00

In this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast I talk about my recent Livestream with Aecert Robotics' transmitter kit and some electronics news!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGHere are relevant links to today's episode:https://www.aecertrobotics.comhttps://www.ti.com/a…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 10 | Wall of Lava 12:04

4M ago12:04

12:04

As lawmakers approach a much-needed break, host Shaylee Ragar breaks down the pre-transmittal marathon of hearings—along with how state politics fits in with national discourse—with Tom Lutey and Eric Dietrich of Montana Free Press.

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Trump administration and other updates on food health 59:54

4M ago59:54

59:54

Kimberley Huggins returns to discuss recent events in the world of food health. The current US administration’s choices for top health administration positions are beginning to have an effect starting with the appointment of Robert Kennedy, Jr., Jay Bhattacharya, and Marty Makary. We discuss some headlines from the news, highlight some industry rea…

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The Good, The Bad, and The Junk – Swap Meet Scores & DXpedition Drama 1:03:45

4M ago1:03:45

1:03:45

In this episode of Everyday Ham, James (K8JKU), Rory (W8KNX), and Jim (N8JRD) dive into the highs and lows of ham swaps, sharing their experiences from the Livonia Amateur Radio Club Swap & Shop. They break down the best strategies for scoring great deals, avoiding overpriced junk, and navigating the chaos of a busy swap meet. But that’s not all—th…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 9 | Blasted Bills and the Property Tax Debate Continues 12:52

4M ago12:52

12:52

This week, host Shaylee Ragar goes over the American Indian Caucus's bills——including a couple that have been blasted back into action after being tabled in committee—with Montana Free Press and ICT's Kaiden Forman-Webster. She also breaks down the latest developments on property tax legislation with Eric Dietrich, also with Montana Free Press.…

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118 - EV Electronics 57:46

4M ago57:46

57:46

Welcome to this week's episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast where I go over what happened to 2 different 3d printers that I broke and the electronics inside electric vehicles.This podcast is brought to you by: YOU! Join Patreon if you want to support this podcasthttps://www.patreon.com/simpleelectronicsalso check out Aging Wheels:https://www.y…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 8 | Hot Buttered Shenanigans 12:48

4M ago12:48

12:48

Montana Free Press's Tom Lutey and Montana Public Radio's Austin Amestory detail newly developing and unexpected coalitions in the Senate—and the dramatic sessions they inspire—along with education policy that could impact the state's public and private schools alike.

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NZART Official Broadcast February 2025 15:25

4M ago15:25

15:25

Presidents Update with NZART President Daniel Vandenburg ZL2DRV. Te Puke Radio Club Sale Day Promo. NZART HQ Update with NZART Business Manager Debby Morgan ZL2DL. Promo NZART Conference 2025. International Amateur Radio News from the Amateur Radio Newsline. News from NZART Branches with Stephen McNeill ZL4HG.…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 7 | Big Feelings About Wolves and the Environment 12:46

5M ago12:46

12:46

Montana Public Radio and Montana Free Press Reporters Ellis Juhlin and Amanda Eggert break down the major environmental flashpoints emerging at this year's legislative session with host Shaylee Ragar. In particular, they dig into bills around wolves and the controversy around the Montana Environmental Policy Act, incited by the recent Supreme Court…

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117 - Production 55:09

5M ago55:09

55:09

On this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast, I talk about my recent PCBs, my new love affair with the RP2040 chip and more!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGFind my livestreams here:https://www.youtube.com/@SeStreamsFollow me on Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/simplee…

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Health: Getting back on track 59:55

5M ago59:55

59:55

In today’s episode, we return to the topic of health. So… how are those new year diet and fitness resolutions holding up? Now that the Superbowl is behind us, and we’re well into the new year, are you faltering in your goals? Kimberley Huggins, a keto/low-carb certified primal health coach and nutrition expert, joins Transmitter 42 once again to pr…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 6 | Tracking Bills, Abortion, and More Drama in the Senate 11:50

5M ago11:50

11:50

Host Shaylee Ragar sits down with Montana Free Press's Mara Silvers and Eric Dietrich to get into the latest flareup of drama in the Senate, abortion policy after CI-128, and a new tool to track legislation from MTFP.

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Is Yaesu Changing the Game? Exploring the New Mobile Lineup 58:36

5M ago58:36

58:36

As Yaesu navigates a shift in its mobile radio lineup, we're here to dissect the implications of these changes. From the unexpected discontinuation of older models to the buzz surrounding the anticipated FTX-1F release, we examine what this means for the future of mobile communication. Dive into the amateur radio community's reactions and ponder Ya…

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National Football League Playoff Pulse, The Road to Glory 59:51

5M ago59:51

59:51

Dylan Huggins joins us once again to perform an autopsy on his playoff predictions, from Episode 12 of this podcast, to reveal his analysis on the Chiefs and Eagles, and provide his predictions for the big game. A five year veteran of college football, Dylan brings his experience as offensive lineman to bear on today’s professional American Footbal…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 5 | An Everything Bagel of Chaos 12:51

5M ago12:51

12:51

Over a month in to the 2025 legislative session, and lawmaking is well under way. Host Shaylee Ragar and reporters Tom Lutey and Mara Silvers of Montana Free Press break down an ethics investigation derailing business in the Senate and bills related to transgender Montanans that seem to be forging ahead despite that stalling.…

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116 - CarlThePumpkinMan 1:38:57

5M ago1:38:57

1:38:57

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast I sit down with Carl - also known as Carl The Pumpkin Man! We chat about 3d design and pokemon, Bambu Labs machines plus their recent controversies and dipping your toes into electronics!Make sure to follow him here:https://linktr.ee/CarlThePumpkinManhttps://www.youtube.com/@carlthepumpkinmanhttps://www.t…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 4 | Throwing Spaghetti and Squeezing Balloons 12:51

5M ago12:51

12:51

As Montana's legislative session closes out it's third week and approaches a month of lawmaking, Host Shaylee Ragar and reporters Mara Silvers and Eric Dietrich dig into policy. As legislators throw spaghetti at the wall to see what will make it through committee, the three discuss the specifics of debates over Medicaid expansion and property tax r…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 3 | New Website, New Problems and How to Get Engaged 12:52

6M ago12:52

12:52

Host Shaylee Ragar discusses tech issues at the Capitol with reporters Austin Amestoy and Zeke Lloyd. They break down what that means for how the public and reporters alike can follow and engage with the action in Helena, along with the bigger picture of public comment during committee meetings and a new development on legislative junque files.…

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New Year, New Hope 59:52

6M ago59:52

59:52

In this episode we welcome Kimberley Huggins, a Low Carb Keto Certified specialist, to discuss the forthcoming administration, RFK Jr. and what it means for the food and health industry. The inclusion of RFK Jr. in the Trump administration has brought new light to the obvious issues concerning the well being of american citizens. It’s my hope this …

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115 - Coffee Time 54:40

6M ago54:40

54:40

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast I chat about what has been going on on the channel - the HT118E review, working on an autonomous boat, the V2 sno-speeder and a lot more!This episode is brought to you by viewers like YOU:https://www.patreon.com/simpleelectronicsHere are the links I promised:My live streaming channel:https://www.youtube.c…

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The Session | 2025 | Week 2 | Sausage Making and an Early GOP Divide 12:40

6M ago12:40

12:40

The 69th Montana Legislature is officially under way. This week, host Shaylee Ragar and reporters Tom Lutey and Mara Silvers dig in to how the—literal and metaphorical—sausage gets made and what an early GOP divide could mean for the rest of the session.

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NFL 2025 Playoffs 59:52

6M ago59:52

59:52

It’s that time of year where the National Football League playoffs commence. Let’s spend some time discussing the playoff structure and format, the bracket itself, and teams to watch. Today’s guest, Dylan Huggins, is a five year offensive line veteran of college division three football. To say he knows the game is an understatement. He shares his k…

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