{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"W3GMS Thursday Night Roundtable","title":"September 4 2025 #474 - W3DIB | W3GMS Roundtable ","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/2932c8ac\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":6020,"description":"General Discussion HighlightsHost: Greg (W3DIB) ran the evening’s session, opening with reminders on repeater etiquette and digital linking.Question of the Night: “Besides ham radio, what other hobbies or pastimes do you have?” — a topic that sparked a wide variety of stories.Health Note: Leon (AA3LH) shared a serious recent health scare where he collapsed at home and wound up in the ER. He humorously retold the ordeal as being “put through the donut” (CT scan) and “stuffed in a casket” (MRI), but stressed ongoing testing and monitoring. The group was glad to hear him back on the air and vertical.Shared Hobbies and InterestsCollecting & Mechanical Work:Mike (W1RC) talked about collecting police badges, spy radios, and military leather jackets — with colorful stories of the people he’s met through collecting.Scott (W3KZG) enjoys off-roading and camping, welding, and fabricating. He’s rebuilding a 1950 John Deere tractor and outfitting his trailer with 1,280 watts of solar power.Bill (KC3OOK) reflected on past fishing and hunting trips, especially fly fishing for peace and quiet.Music & Arts:Jim (AF3Z) strummed his guitar during the net, also mentioning harmonica, golf, hiking, sailing, and photography. He enjoys symphonies, jazz, and even a little banjo.Joe (W3GMS) admitted cars and travel are passions alongside radio, though he does less mechanical work as the years go on.DIY, Tinkering & Woodworking:Ron (WA3VEE) balances ham radio with woodworking, photography, cycling, and travel. He’s currently designing a custom van console to mount radios, complete with photo documentation.Chuck (NA3CW) spends time caring for family, doing car repairs (sometimes begrudgingly), and canning applesauce — already up to 19 quarts this season.Travel & Adventure:CR (W8CRW) highlighted his tinkering projects, shed repairs, and passion for aviation and drones.Charlie (N3CRE) used to do ballroom dancing and still enjoys cooking, gardening, and travel.Stories & Community:Leon (AA3LH)...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/ztNXhdXmzoQfkLviP7dDmoYL9x-5CkGM-ombdW3_ZFI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS84NmZh/YTQwMTA3OGYxMWZj/ZTcwYTk5OTYwYjJl/MzI3Ni5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}