ARRL The Doctor is In

ARRL 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.

The Best of the Doctor Is In: Coping with the Solar Minimum

Originally distributed in September 2016

01-30
20:37

The Best of the Doctor Is In: Are Linear Amplifiers Really Worthwhile?

The episode was originally distributed in June 2016.

01-16
29:45

Holiday Mailbag

The Doctor answers a number of interesting questions from listeners.

12-19
20:46

VHF/UHF Propagation

Repeaters aren't the only ways to span long distances in the world above 50 MHz.

12-05
18:59

Big Wire Antennas

Rhombics, Lazy Hs, Curtains, oh my! The Doctor talks BIG wire antennas for the HF bands.

11-21
16:58

Antenna Switches

There is more to an antenna switch than meets the eye. The Doctor explains.

11-07
15:33

Beverage Antennas

The Doctor discusses a legendary receiving antenna -- not adult drinks!

10-24
14:19

Antenna EnTRAPment!

Awful puns notwithstanding, antenna traps are clever devices, but not many amateurs understand how they work. The Doctor explains . . .

10-10
14:46

Keeping Water Out of Coaxial Cables

Water is one of the great enemies of coaxial cable, causing severe loss and other issues. The Doctor explains how to keep H2O at bay.

09-26
19:32

Coaxial Cable Connectors

The Doctor discusses the wide variety of coaxial cable connectors, including some you may not recognize.

09-12
19:41

Different Types of Grounds

What sort of ground do you need -- RF or electrical safety? It makes a big difference, as the Doctor explains.

08-29
18:53

The Legendary G5RV Antenna

The Doctor separates myth from fact about this very popular antenna for the HF bands.

08-15
15:27

Noise Blankers and Noise Reduction

Different tools for different applications. The Doctor explains the differences.

08-01
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Antenna Polarization

Your antenna's polarization can make a big difference in how well you can hear, and be heard -- especially on VHF and up.

07-18
17:16

Selecting Coaxial Cable

There are many types of cable for many applications. Which type do you need?

07-04
22:48

ARRL's The Doctor is In - Listener Mailbag

The Doctor answers questions from listeners!

06-20
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ARRL's The Doctor Is In - Stringing Up Antennas

Trees make handy supports for wire antennas, but getting an antenna into a tree -- and keeping it there -- can be a challenge.

06-06
19:06

Do Dipoles Have to be Straight?

The answer to the question is an emphatic "no," and the Doctor explains why.

05-23
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It's About Time!

A discussion of UTC as well as the importance of accurate time for a number of digital modes.

05-09
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Robert Snyder

Great podcast! Hopefully they will evolve into full 1 hour shows.

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Robert Snyder

What a great podcast! I just became aware of it and im now binge listening on the episodes.

03-02 Reply

Rod Walsh

Thank you for this valuable discussion. NVIS is something I have been interested for a while. 73 de Rod ei7df

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