About this episode

Marty Young shares his 50-year journey in amateur radio, highlighting his passion for CW operation and mentoring new operators.

Marty Young, W4MY, is a lifelong amateur radio operator whose 50-year journey began with a simple shortwave receiver as a child and grew into a deep passion for CW operation, homebrewing, and portable radio in the outdoors. From building his first Heathkit HW-16 as a teenager to leading roles in clubs, contesting, and Parks on the Air, Marty represents the classic self-taught ham who never stopped learning. His story reflects persistence, curiosity, and a hands-on approach to radio that has carried him from the early days of Morse code and QSL cards to modern portable operations and mentoring new operators today.

People in this episode

Host: Eric Guth

Guest: Marty Young

Topics covered

• amateur radio
• CW operation
• homebrewing
• portable radio
• mentoring
• contesting

Keywords

• amateur radio
• Morse code
• homebrewing
• portable operations
• QSL cards
• Parks on the Air
• Heathkit
• contesting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Heathkit, Parks on the Air

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