The QSO Today Podcast - Interviews with the leaders in amateur radio invites listeners into this world. Amateur radio, also called ham radio, uses the radio spectrum for private, non-commercial purposes. Host Eric Guth has been leading the show since 2014. Guth interviews other ham radio enthusiasts. They record these interviews using actual amateur radio technology. They also share their QSO (contact) callsigns so others can contact them.

Guth grew up in Southern California during the 1960s. He fell in love with amateur radio and has been in contact ever since. The podcast host shares his love for ham radio with many other experts.

Amateur radio is a hobby with a rich history beginning in the 1900s. These radios generated random connections and spread information during wartime and peaceful times. Amateur radio was a social network before social networks were a thing. The hobby has many dedicated operators who love the technology and social aspects. The QSO Today Podcast encourages the hobby by giving radio operators a platform.

Guth asks guests to share their stories on the podcast. He listens as each guest talks about when they first encountered ham radio. They tell what they love about the hobby and some of their favorite contacts. Guth and his guests often discuss rig and antenna equipment. These conversations can become technical in a hurry. But they act as an interesting first contact for newcomers. Veterans of the hobby may feel right at home as they continue to learn new facts on the podcast.

Guth and his guests want to see the future produce more amateur radio operators. On QSO Today Podcast, they talk about ways the community can continue to promote the hobby. Ham radio experts have built a strong community over the past few decades. New listeners can learn how to get into amateur radio and join a club, resulting in more contacts for all.

QSO Today Podcast - Interviews with the leaders in amateur radio releases episodes every Saturday. Conversations often last between one and two hours.