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Episode 207: HEX Beams Dies • Youth Contesting • 13 Colonies Jul 01, 2019

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On this episode, the Hex bites the dust. Will it rise again? Where there’s a will there’s a way! We also learn more about a new youth contest program. If you know a young ham, don’t miss this week’s Special Op segment. Plus, it’s time for one of our favorite special events - 13 Colonies! Are you chasing? All of this and more on this edition of 100 Watts and a Wire. Support the show

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Episode 206: Field Day 2019 • HamSci Jun 24, 2019

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On this episode, we recap Field Day 2019. Did the storms in the midwest keep your boy on the sidelines? We also talk about satellites in our Special Ops segment. Plus, we visit with members of HamSci. All of this and more on this edition of 100 Watts and a Wire. Support the show

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Episode 205: Stanley Cup Mania • SOTA Jun 19, 2019

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On this episode, the St. Louis Blues win the Stanley Cup! Plus, we hit the trail with a SOTA legend. Steve, WG0AT shares his passion for activating Summits in the great state of Colorado. Also, it’s time for Field Day! Stay safe and have fun. All of this and more on this edition of 100 Watts and a Wire. Support the show

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Episode 204: Antenna Tune Up • Intro to SOTA Jun 11, 2019

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On this episode, we recap the 100 Watts and a Wire: Antenna Tune Up. Speaking of tune up, the Hex Beam slowly gets a face life. We’ll talk about bring that antenna down. Plus, Ed, DD5LP introduces us to Summits on the Air. If you are curious about SOTA, this is a great starting point. All of this and more on this edition of 100 Watts and a Wire.Support the show

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Episode 203: Storm Damage • OH8STH • Tune Up Jun 02, 2019

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On this episode, mother nature strikes again. High winds, lightening and heavy rain pushed through on Saturday. From the house, we can see tree debris. Our analyzer shows issues on a few antennas. Let’s take a walk to assess the damage. If I can fix it, I will. Julian, OH8STH returns to share his plan for the upcoming 100 Watts and a Wire: Antenna Tune Up. Are you ready? Let’s go!Support the show

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Episode 202: Tornadoes and Antennas • EmComm • Next GenOps May 25, 2019

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On this episode, Missouri is recovering from a series of tornadoes. Specifically, Jefferson City. Do you believe Emergency Communications is the future of amateur radio? Our Special Ops segment returns. This week, we focus on the next generation of radio operators. Plus, K0STH joins a radio club. All of this and more on this edition of 100 Watts and a Wire.Support the show

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Episode 201: Jack the Bear and his Queen • Elecraft K4 May 21, 2019

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On this episode, Laura, WZ8C and Jack “The Bear”, W8KEC review the 2019 Dayton Hamvention. We also talk about the live and streamed coverage of the event on YouTube. Are we seeing an evolution in the way hamfests are covered? Plus, Elecraft releases the K4. Are you a buyer? All of this and more on this edition of 100 Watts and a Wire. Support the show

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Episode 200: Contesting • Digital Modes • Show 200 May 13, 2019

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On this episode, It’s Hamvention week! We flashback to 2018 and visit with friends from ARN and YouTube. Our Special Ops segment returns. This week, Ria, N2RJ teaches us about contesting and the digital modes. Plus, we celebrate our 200 show with Gary Coleman, Ricardo Montalban and Russell Johnson! All of this and more on this edition of 100 Watts and a Wire. Support the show

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Episode 199: Making Contacts • QSL Cards • Satellites May 01, 2019

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On this episode we talk about making contacts. Or, not making contacts. K0STH hasn’t made a contact in three weeks. It has nothing to do with propagation. Sometimes life won’t leave you alone! We also have the first installment of a new feature on QSL cards. Plus, our Special Ops feature returns this week with a closer look at satellites. All of this and more on this edition of 100 Watts and a Wire. Support the show

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Episode 198: Tune Up • Spring Projects Apr 24, 2019

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On this episode, we lay out the 100 Watts and a Wire: Antenna Tuneup. Mark your calendars for June 7-9 and join us as we celebrate the antenna! Plus, we talk about Spring projects. What is on your plate? We also answer some listener questions. All of this and more on this episode of 100 Watts and a Wire. Support the show

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