100 Watts and a Wire

The Intersection of Life and Amateur Radio

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A podcast and community sharing ham radio since 2015, hosted by Emmy Award-winning producer Christian Cudnik. 100 Watts and a Wire brings hams together for conversations, amateur radio news, and answers to community questions. Whether youre new to the hobby or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts amateur radio, amplified.
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End-Fed Antennas, Solar Conditions, and Real-World Ham Radio | 100 Watts and a Wire
Episode 439
Saturday, 17 January, 2026

In this episode of 100 Watts and a Wire, we dig into antennas, propagation, and life both on and off the air during our Sunday evening conversation.We talk end-fed antennas—why they were often dismissed a decade ago, what’s changed, and why many operators are now seeing strong real-world performance when they’re deployed and matched correctly.We also cover solar conditions and propagation forecasting, including how solar indexes and band-rating systems are used—and often misused—by websites attempting to predict on-air conditions.Along the way, we catch up, take questions, and keep it loose.Hosted by Christian (K0STH) with Steve (W7UDI) and Scotty (KC3BXN).Everyone is welcome. Stay above the noise.