Becky Schoenfeld, W1BXY

On the Air

Education EN ↓ 80 episodes

The On the Air podcast is a monthly companion to On the Air magazine, ARRL’s magazine for beginner-to-intermediate ham radio operators.

Author

Becky Schoenfeld, W1BXY

Category

Education

Podcast website

www.arrl.org

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 29 12.05.2022

Discover what "FM" really means, and how it is different from "AM."

ARRL's On The Air -- Episode 28 14.04.2022

Should you invest in a Digital Multimeter (DMM)? As it turns out, a DMM doesn't have to be expensive and it is more useful than you might imagine.

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 27 10.03.2022

Relax and take an audio tour of the 10 meter band!

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 26 10.02.2022

YouTube is increasingly becoming the "go to" resource for information on a variety of amateur radio topics. In this episode we speak with two YouTube veterans: Dave Casler, KE0OG, and Steve Goodgame, K5ATA.

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 25 13.01.2022

If you're thinking about giving CW operating a try, check out this conversation with Michael Fluegemann, KE8AQW.

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 24 09.12.2021

Learn how you can extend the "reach" of your handheld transceiver.

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 23 11.11.2021

Q-Signals are as old as amateur radio itself and they are still in use today. Although originally intended for CW use, you'll hear them in voice communication as well.

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 22 14.10.2021

Contest season is underway! Time for some tips from veteran competitor Chris Plumblee, W4WF.

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 21 09.09.2021

The ARRL Handbook has been published for nearly 100 years and it remains one of the top sources for information about ham radio technology and much more. Steve Goodgame, K5ATA, explains why even beginners will find the Handbook to be indispensable.

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 20 12.08.2021

Here's an introduction to Winlink, courtesy of Oliver Dully, K6OLI.

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 19 08.07.2021

Learn all about the new ARRL online Learning Center scheduled to debut this month!

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 18 10.06.2021

ARRL Field Day is just weeks away. Fred Kemmerer, AB1OC, the president of the Nashua New Hampshire Area Radio Society, offers advice about how to enjoy one of the largest ham radio operating events of the year!

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 17 13.05.2021

A discussion of the importance of grounding with Ward Silver, N0AX

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 16 08.04.2021

This month it's all about Parks On The Air -- one of the most popular activities in amateur radio today. We chat with Audrey Hance, KN4TMU, who recently enjoyed her first Parks On The Air "activation."

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 15 11.03.2021

What does the new solar cycle have in store for the HF bands? Propagation expert Carl Luetzelschwab, K9LA, tells us what to expect.

ARRL's On The Air - Episode 14 11.02.2021

Taking a closer look at HF antenna tuners, along with some shopping tips!

ARRL On The Air - Episode 13 14.01.2021

A chat with Curt Laumann, K7ZOO, about inspiring club activity with "project nights."

ARRL On The Air - Episode 12 10.12.2020

A chat with Mike Corey, KI1U, about storm spotting and SKYWARN.

ARRL On the Air - Episode 11 12.11.2020

What makes a particular antenna the right one for your station? There are several things to consider beyond cost and complexity.

ARRL On the Air - Episode 10 08.10.2020

An interview with ARRL Lifelong Learning Manager Kris Bickell, K1BIC, about ARRL’s new “Learning Network” webinars.

ARRL On the Air - Episode 9 10.09.2020

Let's talk about how to properly tune signals on the HF bands, and discover a few transceiver tools that will make listening easier.

ARRL's On the Air - Episode 8 13.08.2020

The ARRL Collegiate Amateur Radio Initiative is for everyone -- not just college students. Find out more!

ARRL On the Air - Episode 7 09.07.2020

A discussion of how to properly solder a PL259 coaxial cable connector. Also, courses that will help improve your public service skills.

ARRL On the Air - Episode 6 11.06.2020

It's all about ARRL Field Day!

ARRL On the Air - Episode 5 14.05.2020

A discussion of modulation -- AM, FM, SSB and more, and a look at "go kits."

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