The Nathan Markley Show

This episode was recorded live on Friday, June 19, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

Nathan and Glenn kick off the show with an exciting topic for the week ahead — Amateur Radio Week and ARRL Field Day, happening June 27th and 28th. Both Nathan and Glenn are licensed ham radio operators, and they break down what Field Day is all about: emergency preparedness, club deployments, making contacts across the country, operating on HF frequencies, Morse code, and even satellite communication. They share two local Rhode Island Field Day events open to the public and free to attend, and explain how anyone — licensed or not — can get on the air.

The Ask a Mechanic segment tackles an email from Frank in Smithfield, Rhode Island, who has a check engine light on his 2017 Toyota Camry with code P0014 — a valve timing issue. Glenn breaks down exactly what the code means, what causes it, how a technician diagnoses it, what it could cost to fix, and whether Frank needs to worry about getting it repaired before his next state inspection.

Glenn also previews the upcoming Slate Auto base price announcement, discussing the EV pickup truck's minimalist design philosophy, potential fleet use cases, and how it stacks up against similarly priced conventional vehicles. The show wraps with a timely summer tip: what causes that unpleasant smell from your car's AC system, and several easy DIY fixes to get rid of it.

ARRL Field Day is always held on the 4th full weekend in June. Learn more at https://www.arrl.org/field-day

Find a Field Day site at https://www.arrl.org/field-day-locator

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro

3:45 Amateur Radio Week Overview – RI Statute 25-2-55

4:10 What Is ARRL Field Day?

9:08 Emergency Communications Purpose of Field Day

9:55 Operating Modes – HF, CW/Morse Code, Digital

10:26 How Contacts Work During Field Day

15:36 Why Amateur Radio Doesn't Need the Internet

15:51 Getting Licensed – Technician, General & Extra Class

17:18 Public Can Get on the Air at Field Day

17:24 Rhode Island Field Day Locations (Open to Public)

17:41 Providence Radio Association – Masonic Youth Center, Warwick

17:57 Fidelity Amateur Radio Club – New England Wireless & Steam Museum, East Greenwich

18:08 ARRL Field Day Locator

18:34 Ham Radio License Plates in Rhode Island

19:57 Ad Break – Lydia Smith, Century 21 Stachurski Agency

21:46 Ask a Mechanic: Email: Frank in Smithfield – Check Engine Code P0014

22:20 What Code P0014 Means – Exhaust Camshaft Over-Advanced

23:15 Is It Serious? Cost to Fix?

24:05 How Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Works

28:08 Common Causes – Low Oil, Sludge, Bad Solenoid or Actuator

31:15 How a Technician Diagnoses P0014

33:44 Will It Fail a State Inspection?

35:47 Clearing Codes & Readiness Monitors Explained

38:27 Ad Break – Hillview Auto Body

39:11 Slate Auto EV Truck – Base Price Preview

40:08 Slate Pricing, Accessories & SUV Configuration

43:00 Fleet Vehicle Use Case for Slate

44:10 Ad Break - Libsyn Ad

45:44 Car AC Odor – What Causes It & How to Fix It

46:35 Evaporator Core Mold Explained

50:00 HVAC Drain Clog – How to Check & Clear It

51:32 DIY Fix – Lysol Spray Through the Air Intake

52:42 Disinfectant Can Method (Recirculate Mode)

53:27 Cabin Air Filter Reminder

53:59 Show Wrap-Up & Sign-Off

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This episode was recorded live on Friday, June 12, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

Nathan is back from a work trip to DC and brings real-world stories to back up the past two weeks of content. He and Glenn revisit TPMS sensors with a live example — Nathan's tire pressure climbed to 40 PSI on the highway, and Glenn explains why that's perfectly normal. They also dig into adaptive cruise control, lane keep assist, and driver-monitoring eye-tracking tech after Nathan's road trip experience.

The recall conversation continues with a deep dive into media exaggeration — Glenn breaks down why "over a million vehicles recalled" headlines often mean a tiny fraction will actually need repairs, using a new Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator fire-risk recall as the example. They also revisit the Hyundai/Kia theft issue and the Subaru Forester moonroof recall.

A caller named Mike brings up vehicle data privacy — what your car remembers about you, your contacts, your home address, and your trips, and why you should factory reset before selling or trading in. Finally, Nathan reveals the answer to last week's trivia question: what year was the Corvette built but not sold to the public?

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro

1:39 Welcome Back & Nathan's DC Trip Recap

7:25 TPMS Recap: Nathan's 40 PSI Highway Experience

13:46 Adaptive Cruise Control & Lane Keep Assist Discussion

17:11 Eye-Tracking & Driver Monitoring Systems (Blue Cruise)

18:44 Ad Break – Hillview Auto Body

21:09 Are There Really More Recalls Lately?

24:00 Revisiting the Hyundai/Kia Theft Recall

26:23 Subaru Forester Moonroof Recall Discussion

28:43 Recap: Longest-Running Nameplates & Ford Maverick Story

30:08 Corvette Trivia Question Recap – Call In Your Answer

32:08 Ad Break – Lydia Smith, Century 21

34:30 More on Longest-Running Nameplates: VW & Land Cruiser

35:00 Wrap-Up of Two-Week Recap

36:39 New Recall: Jeep Wrangler & Gladiator Fire Risk

44:17 Third Brake Light History – Trivia Answer

47:39 Caller Mike: Vehicle Data Privacy & Navigation History

53:21 Subaru Data Tracking & Hacker Story

54:00 Libsyn Ad

56:33 Corvette Trivia Answer Reveal

58:10 Show Wrap-Up & Sign-Off

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This episode was recorded live on Friday, June 5, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

This week, Glenn Markley takes the helm solo while Nathan is away, delivering a jam-packed automotive episode covering car safety recalls, fascinating automotive history, and practical do-it-yourself maintenance tips.

Glenn opens with two fresh Ford recalls — a dangerous ball joint separation issue affecting the Bronco Sport and Maverick, and a seatbelt locking defect on the Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition. He then takes a deep dive into the top 10 longest-running vehicle nameplates in history, from the Porsche 911 and Ford Mustang to the Chevrolet Suburban's surprising 90-year run. Along the way, Glenn shares the story of the very first Mustang ever sold and throws out an automotive trivia question that gets answered live on air.

Caller Mike from Cranston joins with great insight on recalls, Hyundai and Kia theft prevention, and a memorable spare tire story. Glenn wraps up with a continued road trip prep series, this time focused on things you can do yourself — from checking fluids and changing air filters to lubricating door locks and inspecting tire pressure.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro

1:50 Glenn Solo – Nathan Away

2:47 Ford Recall: Bronco Sport & Maverick Ball Joint

6:34 Ad Break – Lydia Smith, Century 21

8:02 Ford Recall: Lincoln Navigator & Expedition Seatbelt

10:30 Automotive Trivia Question – Four Interlocking Rings

11:28 Top 10 Longest-Running Car Nameplates

11:44 #10 – Porsche 911 (61 Years)

13:28 Ad Break – Hillview Auto Body

15:25 #9 – Ford Mustang (61 Years)

17:46 #8 – Mini / Mini Cooper (66 Years)

19:03 #7 – Mercedes-Benz S-Class (71 Years)

19:59 #6 – Toyota Crown (70 Years)

20:07 #5 – Chevrolet Corvette (Since 1953)

22:50 #4 – Toyota Land Cruiser (75 Years)

22:40 #3 – Volkswagen Transporter / ID Buzz (75 Years)

23:14 #2 – Ford F-Series (77 Years)

23:42 #1 – Chevrolet Suburban (90 Years)

24:14 Libsyn Ad

26:03 Caller Mike from Cranston – Trivia Answer & Recalls

32:52 Hyundai & Kia Theft Prevention Recall

39:54 DIY Car Maintenance Tips

47:51 Cabin Air Filter & Engine Air Filter

51:39 Tire Pressure, Door Locks & Wiper Blades

54:30 Show Wrap-Up & Sign-Off

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This episode was recorded live on Friday, May 29, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

This week, Nathan, is joined by his dad and co-host Glenn for a full Ask a Mechanic episode — one of the most information-packed shows of the season. Nathan kicks things off with an update on his Subaru Impreza decision, then Glenn dives deep into listener questions and live caller conversations covering everything from tire pressure monitoring systems to road trip safety.

Glenn answers a detailed email from Sal in Texas about TPMS sensors — how they work, when to replace them, whether to buy OEM or aftermarket, and the surprising history behind why TPMS became a federal requirement. A live caller then joins to ask about a tire plug repair, leading to a thorough breakdown of plugs vs. patch repairs and what your tire manufacturer actually recommends. The show wraps with a practical road trip prep checklist just in time for summer — from checking fluids and spare tires to building an emergency safety kit.

Whether you're a car enthusiast or just want to keep your vehicle road-ready this summer, this episode is a must-listen.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro & Welcome

3:01 Nathan's Subaru Impreza Update

7:33 Digital vs. Analog Dashboards

10:22 Manual vs. Electric Parking Brake

11:05 Ask a Mechanic Intro Jingle

11:49 Listener's Email: TPMS Sensor Question

28:45 Ad Break – Hillview Auto Body

29:53 Live Caller: Tire Plug Repair Question

39:52 Ad Break - Lydia Smith, Century 21

40:22 Road Trip Car Prep Tips with Glenn

50:15 Live Caller: Mike from Cranston: Spare Tire Story

53:47 Show Wrap-Up & Sign-Off

54:29 Outro Theme

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This episode was recorded live on Friday, May 22, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

Nathan, covers the biggest tech stories of the week — including Google I/O's major AI announcements and a GitHub security breach — then welcomes a truly inspiring guest caller: Rhode Island photographer Norm Marsh. Legally blind, physically disabled freelance photographer. Norm joins the show by phone to celebrate the launch of his debut coffee table book, Beyond Sight: The World Through My Lens, and shares his incredible journey — from competing in Special Olympics powerlifting to discovering his passion for photography in high school. Norm opens up about how he shoots stunning Rhode Island landscapes despite being legally blind, why zoom lenses are his secret weapon, his go-to editing workflow in Lightroom and Photoshop, and his best advice for anyone looking to pick up a camera for the first time.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro & Welcome

3:36 Tech News: Google I/O & Gemini AI Agent

5:33 Tech News: GitHub Security Breach

8:04 Ad Break – Lydia Smith, Century 21

9:07 Guest Intro: Norm Marsh, Outta The Norm Photography

9:55 Norm's Background & Spina Bifida / Legal Blindness

10:52 Norm's Special Olympics Powerlifting Career

12:31 How Norm Got Started in Photography

16:10 How Legal Blindness Affects Norm's Photography

18:44 Zoom Lenses, Editing with Lightroom & Photoshop

22:17 What Norm Loves Most About Photography

23:36 Book Announcement: Beyond Sight – The World Through My Lens

27:05 How to Buy the Book (Amazon & Signed Copies)

28:26 Photography Tips for Beginners

36:20 Norm's Favorite Photos

38:44 Canon vs. Sony vs. Nikon – Gear Talk

40:31 Norm's Photography Services & Booking

42:22 Rhode Island Food Question

43:46 Closing Thanks to Norm Marsh

44:37 Ad Break – Libsyn Podcast Hosting

45:51 Show Wrap-Up & Sign-Off

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This episode was recorded live on Friday, May 15, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

Rhode Island's Tech Geek Nathan Markley flies solo this week as co-host Glenn is traveling, diving deep into one of the hottest topics in tech: artificial intelligence — how it's helping us, how it's being weaponized against us, and how it's reshaping the workforce. Plus, Nathan shares a personal project he's been building, promotes an exciting Rhode Island community event, and covers the latest in Apple, SpaceX, Google, and Facebook.

Topics this episode: Google's threat intelligence team caught hackers using AI to discover and exploit a zero-day vulnerability — and the telltale sign was that the code was over-documented, exactly like AI writes it. Big tech companies including Meta, Amazon, and Microsoft are spending $725 billion on AI infrastructure in 2026 while simultaneously cutting tens of thousands of jobs. Google and SpaceX are in talks to launch data centers into orbit by 2027, raising questions about who controls infrastructure in space. Apple's iOS 26.5 brings end-to-end encryption for RCS messaging turned on by default. SpaceX is reportedly in talks to acquire AI coding tool Cursor for $60 billion. Facebook has shut down Messenger on the web — app only now. Nathan also demos his own web app, the Five Subject Notebook App, a free, no-cloud, no-subscription notes tool you can try right now at https://notebook.nathanmarkley.net (new URL).

RIPIN is celebrating their 35th anniversary with a free birthday party at the Providence Children's Museum on Saturday, May 30th, 2026 from 5:30–8:00 PM. Pizza, cake, games, art projects, drum circle, and more. RSVP free at https://givebutter.com/c/ripinbirthdayparty.

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Chapters:

0:00 Intro, Theme Song, & Welcome

2:43 Solo Show — No Ask a Mechanic This Week

3:32 Open Question: Has AI Helped or Hurt You at Work?

4:30 Google Blocks First AI-Powered Zero-Day Hack

7:10 SpaceX & Google: Data Centers in Space?

9:59 Big Tech Spends $725B on AI While Cutting Jobs

11:58 Could AI Replace Radio?

13:47 Apple iOS 26.5 — RCS End-to-End Encryption by Default

18:14 Ad Break - Lydia Smith, realtor

20:33 Facebook Shuts Down Web Messenger

22:45 AI & the Power Grid Crisis

26:12 Nathan's New Project: Five Subject Notebook App

32:11 Ad Break - Libsyn

35:10 SpaceX Acquiring AI Coding Tool Cursor for $60 Billion

37:44 RIPIN 35th Anniversary Birthday Party — May 30th, 2026

44:25 Ad Break - Walsh Clothing & Krakow Deli

47:14 More on Google's AI Threat Intelligence Work

51:12 Closing Thoughts & Sign-Off

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This episode was recorded live on Friday, May 1, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

This week, Nathan's co-host and dad Glenn just returned from Indianapolis where he served as a judge at an internal automotive technician competition called Top Tech — and he breaks down exactly how it works. Then, a live caller asks how to revive vehicles that have been sitting with old, degraded fuel — and Glenn delivers a practical, step-by-step answer.

Whether you're a car enthusiast, a tech student, an automotive professional, or just love great Friday night radio, this one's for you.

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Chapters:

0:00 Welcome & Show Overview

3:17 Glenn's Trip to Indianapolis — Top Tech Competition

6:49 How the Top Tech Competition Works

9:17 Internal Promotion & Technician Recognition

15:49 Ad Break

16:27 Indianapolis Weather & Competition Details

17:41 The 30 Stations Explained

21:06 Safety, Environmental & EV Drivetrain Stations

30:16 Ad Break — Libsyn

31:37 The Two Stations Glenn Judged (HVAC & EV Propulsion)

38:00 Competition Format, Awards & Nationals

38:26 Live Caller: How to Fix Bad Gas in a Stored Vehicle

45:18 Cost Estimates for Fuel System Cleaning

48:45 Previewing Next Week: Vehicle Storage Tips

49:44 Ad Break — Lydia Smith, Century 21 Realtor

51:04 Wrapping Up the Top Tech Segment

53:27 Show Outro & Theme

Show notes & links: https://nathanmarkley.net/podcast

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This episode was recorded live on Friday, April 24, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

On this week's episode, Nathan and is his co-host and dad Glenn discuss 40 years of automotive technology, EV and hybrid trends, a live caller question about mysterious engine misfires, and a major breaking news story about Apple's CEO transition. Whether you're a car enthusiast, a tech lover, or just tuning in for great conversation, this episode has something for everyone.

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Chapters: 00:00 Intro & Theme Song 01:21 Welcome & Show Overview 02:33 Introducing Co-Host Glenn / Ask a Mechanic Intro 03:45 How Automotive Technology Has Changed Over 40 Years 06:52 Carburetors vs. Fuel Injection 10:57 EVs & Battery Preconditioning 14:56 Comfort, Convenience & In-Car Electronics 18:38 Ad Break — Libsyn Podcast Hosting 20:09 How Modern Tech Changed Teaching Auto Mechanics 28:11 Ad Break — Walt's Clothing, Woonsocket 30:07 Apple CEO Transition: Tim Cook Steps Down 37:00 AI, Apple Intelligence & the Future of Tech 42:30 Live Caller: Engine Misfire Diagnosis 48:25 Ad Break — Lydia Smith, Century 21 Realtor 49:42 Wrapping Up & Outro​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

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This episode was recorded live on Friday, April 17, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

In this episode of The Nathan Markley Show, Nathan and his dad, Glenn, dive into two very different—but equally fascinating—worlds: photography and automotive repair.

First, Nathan breaks down the "Exposure Triangle" for beginners. If you've ever wondered how to get that blurry background in portraits or how to freeze a fast-moving race car in a photo, this segment is for you. We discuss:

• Shutter Speed: How to freeze action vs. capturing silky motion.
• Aperture: Controlling light and depth of field (the bokeh effect).
• ISO: Understanding "artificial brightness" and the trade-off with image noise.
• Lenses: When to use a wide-angle vs. a telephoto lens.

We transition into our popular "Ask a Mechanic" segment! We tackle a listener's question about ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) and why replacing a windshield on modern cars like the Hyundai Sonata requires specialized camera calibration.

Glenn also brings a critical update on a massive Ford F-150 recall affecting nearly 1.4 million trucks. We explain the "lead frame" defect in the 6R80 transmission that causes dangerous unexpected downshifts and how to check your VIN.

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Chapters:

00:00 – Introduction & Welcome to the Show 02:58 – Episode Roadmap: Photography & Automotive 03:54 – Photography Basics: Nathan's Origins 05:26 – Understanding Shutter Speed 06:57 – Aperture & Depth of Field Explained 09:23 – Choosing the Right Lens (Glass) 11:17 – What is ISO? (Artificial Brightness) 13:08 – Starting Out: Auto Mode vs. Manual 16:12 – Learning the Settings on Your Camera 18:18 – Photography Software (Lightroom & Capture One) 19:51 – Shooting RAW vs. JPEG 21:42 – Photography on Smartphones 26:33 – Ask a Mechanic: Segment Intro & Call-in Info 27:44 - Listener Question: Windshield Replacement 28:42 - What is ADAS? (Forward-Facing Cameras) 30:45 - Why the Windshield Acts as a Lens 31:42 - The Calibration Process: Targets & Millimeters 35:30 - Mobile Calibration: Can SafeLite do it? 36:40 - OE vs. Aftermarket Glass Specifications 38:02 - The Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act Explained 38:40 - Why You Should Never Tint Over a Camera 40:11 - Optical Sensors vs. Digital Data 45:04 - Recall Alert: Hyundai & Kia Fuel Leaks 46:46 - Ford F-150 Recall: 1.4 Million Trucks (2015-2017) 49:05 - The Danger of Unexpected 6th-to-2nd Downshifts 51:11 - Technical Deep Dive: The Transmission Lead Frame (6R80) 53:14 - How Ford Fixes the Issue & Checking NHTSA.gov 54:26 - Final Sign-off & Show Credits

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This episode was recorded live on Friday, April 10, 2026 on WNRI 1380AM & 99.9FM in Woonsocket, RI.

In this episode of The Nathan Markley Show, we sit down with Nancy Dyer, Director of Rhode Island Feline Rescue, to talk all about cat adoption, fostering, and how you can help local animals in need. We cover everything from: How cat fostering works (and why it's so rewarding), The adoption process and what to expect, What to do if you find a stray or feral cat, Costs, vet care, and supplies provided by the rescue, How YOU can get involved in Rhode Island.

Plus, in the second half of the show, we switch gears to our Ask a Mechanic segment: What it means when your car "monitors aren't set", How to pass emissions inspections, Exhaust system issues & fixes, Advice on buying a used car and towing capacity.

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Chapters: 00:00 Intro, Show Opening, & Welcome 02:00 Guest Introduction – Rhode Island Feline Rescue 03:00 What the Rescue Does (Foster-Based Model) 04:00 How Cat Intake & Foster Placement Works 05:00 What To Do If You Find a Stray Cat 06:15 Feral Cats vs Strays Explained 07:15 Should You Feed Outdoor Cats? 08:05 What Ear-Clipping Means 09:00 How to Become a Foster in Rhode Island 10:00 Cost of Fostering & What's Included 11:00 Food, Supplies & Vet Care Covered 12:00 Adoption Process Explained 13:30 What is a "Foster Fail"? 16:30 How to View Available Cats 17:30 How Long Cats Stay in Foster 18:45 When Cats Become Available for Adoption 19:30 Adoption Screening & Vet Checks 20:30 Adoption Fees Breakdown 21:30 What Comes With an Adopted Cat 23:00 Meeting Your Future Cat 24:00 Donations & Most Needed Supplies 25:00 Surrendering a Cat 26:00 How Many Cats Are in Care 27:00 Where Rescue Cats Come From 28:00 Fun Cat Names Story 30:00 Most Rewarding Part of Rescue Work 32:45 Where to Learn More / Contact Info 36:00 Ask a Mechanic Begins 37:30 What "Monitors Not Set" Means 40:00 Emissions Testing Explained 43:00 Caller Story 48:00 Exhaust Rattle Issue Advice 50:00 Buying a Used Car & Towing RVs 54:00 Show Wrap-Up

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