The Atomic Timekeeping Podcast

Episodes

1. 25

   Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 25 - iPad Edition

   Following a long delay, I have produced a new episode. This time I'm talking about Apple's iPad. Like most computers, it doesn't keep time very well on its own. However, believe it or not, you can have atomic timekeeping on an iPad! You just have to know what apps to use. And that's what I want…

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   Oct 26, 2010
2. 24

   Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 24

   I'm back! This time I'll talk a little about the newest offerings I've seen at Wal-Mart but then I'll also tell you about the HD radio receiver I recently installed in my car. This thing can set itself to the "correct" time provided by broadcasters... or can it? Learn more by listening. By the…

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   Apr 2, 2010
3. 23

   Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 23

   It's a special, video edition of the Atomic Timekeeping Podcast and, this time, I'm going to show you how to use an "Atomix" clock. Download the episode at the link below: AtomixDemo.m4v ...or enjoy the YouTube version... Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes

   Sep 15, 2009
4. 22

   Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 22

   You can find "Atomix" radio controlled clock movements from Klockit at this place... http://www.klockit.com/products/dept-77__sku-AAAAH.html ...and if you want to see the movement which uses three AA batteries instead of just one, check it out here......

   Aug 29, 2009
5. 21

   Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 21

   Sorry about missing my last couple of deadlines, but here's a new episode... Download this podcast here... AtomicPodcast21.mp3 (Running Time 31:33) Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes

   Aug 1, 2009
6. 20

   Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 20

   In this episode, I talk about the amazing gadget which was mysteriously preventing my radio controlled clocks from receiving WWVB. Hmmmm. http://www.amazon.com/Eco-i-Lite-Power-failure-Handheld-Nightlight/dp/B001TA52CG/ Download this episode here... Atomicpodcast20.mp3 (Running time 21:30)...

   Jun 15, 2009
7. 19

   Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 19

   First of all, I spent a little time in this podcast talking about my new, electric lawn mower. It's this Craftsman electric mower. Then I spent the bulk of this podcast episode talking about radio controlled wrist watches. Check out some links to.. Casio Watches Arcron Watches Oceanus Watches...

   Jun 1, 2009
8. 18

   Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 18

   A few things this time around: First, if you're interested in radio controlled clock products from Skyscan, Here's a link to their company web site... http://skyscan.info/content/index.php That link will also contain links to contact information and product manuals for both current and…

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   May 15, 2009
9. 17

   Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 17

   In this episode, I refer to a listener's email regarding public tours of the U.S. Naval Observatory's facility in Washington, DC. If you'd like to request a spot in an upcoming tour, here's a link with more information....

   Apr 30, 2009
10. 16

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 16

    In this episode, I'll talk a little about the upcoming National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show in Las Vegas. And, by the time I make the next episode, I will have gone to this convention and I can give you a post-convention report. Meanwhile, I'll show you a picture of something I saw…

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    Apr 15, 2009
11. 15

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 15

    This time, it's a special video podcast. And I wanted to tell you about a style of clock which I've enjoyed for the past 30 years... the Ball Clock! Download my video podcast episode here... PodcastEpisode15 ...or watch the YouTube version right here on this browser. Just a little note... I was...

    Mar 31, 2009
12. 14

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 14

    This time, I'll talk about how difficult it is to set your own, personal, real atomic clock to "the correct time." Taking "lag time" into account, this could be a real problem. For most of us, a "radio controlled" clock is good enough but for some people, nothing is sufficient short of owning a...

    Mar 15, 2009
13. 13

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 13

    Believe it or not, it's almost time to go back to Daylight Saving Time here in the United States. (I'm getting tired of Daylight Saving Time.) Apart from my annual whining about the month of February in general (which just isn't my favorite month), I do have a few useful things to share in this...

    Mar 1, 2009
14. 12

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 12

    Warning! This episode contains audio test tones. I'll explain why I'm playing the test tones but, in the meantime, make sure you're not listening to this episode at high volume settings. If it's too loud, those test tones might be a little bit too surprising to your ears. So, yes, I'm talking…

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    Feb 15, 2009
15. 11

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 11

    In this episode, I talk about my experiences with digitial "Weather Station" products. Download the episode here... AtomicPodcast11.mp3 (Running Time 32:36) If you're interested in purchasing some kind of electronic weather station of your own, here are some links to check out. You can get them...

    Jan 31, 2009
16. 10

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 10

    On a personal level, it has been a very busy couple of weeks. So I'm posting just a brief podcast this time around. It's a quick follow-up to the last episode. Now that we've all experienced a Leap Second together, I'll add just a few more thoughts about it. Also, I'll play the audio of what...

    Jan 15, 2009
17. 9

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 09

    It's time to talk about the Leap Second. Yes, there's a Leap Second in just a few hours from now (as I post this podcast). What's a Leap Second? Why do we have them? Do we really need them? Download Episode 09 right here... AtomicPodcast09.mp3 (Running time 21:15 with STEREO sound!) Also, check…

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    Dec 30, 2008
18. 8

    Yet Another Bonus Video for December 2008

    Here's a second "bonus video" podcast for December 2008. This time you'll see three almost-identical Oregon Scientific "atomic" projection alarm clocks setting themselves to the correct time automatically. Can three clocks be perfectly synchronized? You be the judge. Download the video here......

    Dec 26, 2008
19. 7

    Another Podcast Bonus Video (December 2008)

    Download this new video here... MegaClocks.m4v It's a concise demonstration of how two Junghans Mega Clocks set themselves to the right time using WWVB. Here's the YouTube version... Subscribe to the Podcast in iTunes

    Dec 20, 2008
20. 6

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 08

    Download episode 8 right here. AtomicPodcast08.mp3 (Running time 25:47, monophonic) In this episode, I'll tell you about the Geochron and its official, digital version, the World Watch software for Windows systems. There are other versions of this, including something you can briefly view at...

    Dec 15, 2008
21. 5

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 07

    Download the new episode here... AtomicPodcast07.mp3 (Running Time 35:13, Monophonic) In this episode, I mentioned BRG Precision in Kansas. Here's their main web page, where you can drool over their wide selection of industrial-style systems and large-digit clocks. http://www.brgprecision.com/...

    Nov 30, 2008
22. 4

    Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 06

    Welcome to episode 6. Download the episode here. AtomicPodcast06.mp3 (Running time: 40:02, File Size: 37 mb, STEREO SOUND this time!) In this episode, I'll tell you about some of my favorite brands of radio controlled clocks. Here are some links to the companies that I talked about in this...

    Nov 15, 2008
23. 3

    October 2008 Bonus Video Podcast

    Here's a special, bonus video podcast. Normally, I don't expect to do video podcasts. But I just couldn't resist this idea. A Simple Radio Controlled Clock Demonstration (Running time, 14:45. File Size, 123mb, Stereo Audio, MPEG4 video optimized for iTunes and iPod. 640x480 resolution.) Enjoy!...

    Oct 31, 2008
24. 2

    The Atomic Timekeeping Podcast Episode 05

    Welcome to episode 5, my special episode about Daylight Saving Time. Download the episode here... AtomicPodcast05.mp3 Running time: 36:34, File Size: 16.8 mb, Monophonic. Just a few notes: Remember that the most proper way to refer to Daylight Saving Time is just that. It is not "Daylight Savings...

    Oct 30, 2008