Tonight we are giving away 5 antennas, including a DX Commander Classic with 80M attachment, a Jetsream Dual Band Yagi, a Spark Plug EFHW antenna and 2 K6ARK Antenna kits. Sign up at the link below, which will close about an hour before the livestream starts Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Mar 03, 2022•1 hr 30 min
From the Orlando Hamcation of 2022, I get to talk with Andy about the F-DARN - Florida Digital Amateur Radio Network, a collection of DMR repeaters and connections throughout the state of Florida. Website: https://fdarn.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Mar 02, 2022•4 min
Join us tonight for the Ham Radio Happy Hour, February 2022! Ham Radio Happy Hour is a time to gather and talk to other Hams about...whatever! This is a fun stream that I enjoy hosting each month, and I hope you can join us in the chat! February Antenna Giveaway: http://hr2.li/freeantenna TYT UV-88 Starter Kit: http://hr2.li/zpga8 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Mar 01, 2022•1 hr 46 min
Here are the links discussed in this video: 🌞R&L: http://hr2.li/5fsa3 🌞Gigaparts Weekly Specials: http://hr2.li/dfmxb 🌞Bridgecom DMR QSO Party: https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/pages/qso-contest-opt-in 🍺🍺My Affiliates and Coupons Page: https://www.livefromthehamshack.tv/affiliates-and-deals 🌞--Point Below: http://hr2.li/msfw4 --COUPON: jason10 🌞--Gigaparts Discount Page: http://hr2.li/gigaparts 🌞--Gigaparts AA-1000 Analyzer DROP - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=thedrop --COUPO...
Mar 01, 2022•27 min
The DigiRig modem has several models for working CAT control and soundcard interface for multiple brands and models of radios. Today we look at the TX-500 model that will control the Lab599 Discovery QRP radio and enable it to talk to a computer to run WSJT-x and FT8 (among other modes) Purchase link: http://hr2.li/i83zj DigiRig Website: https://digirig.net OH8STN's video: https://youtu.be/xIrd2l8t4l8 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/sup...
Feb 27, 2022•23 min
Today I get to talk to Steve and Ed from the M17 Project, which is a new Open Source Digital Voice project using Codec 2. We've had updates about this project on the show before, so this latest update is good info. Check the links below M17 Livestream: https://youtu.be/5qKp4sMZ59A M17 Project website: https://m17project.org Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Feb 26, 2022•7 min
Today I welcome back Eric Guth, 4Z1UG, to talk about the upcoming QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo in March of 2022. They have made some updates and changes to the Virtual platform, so plan on stopping by today to learn details of this very unique event. Website: https://www.qsotodayhamexpo.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Feb 25, 2022•48 min
Brand new from Yaesu is a new dual band mobile radio that incorporates Yaesu System Fusion, C4FM, and analog into 1 package. Let me know in the comments what you think about this radio, and check the links below for further details. John Kruk's Video: https://youtu.be/stlkRKuYUrQ HRO page: https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-017833 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Feb 24, 2022•8 min
Last year during the @Overland Expo East event, I had the privilege of meeting Hank Strange from the @StrangerPalooza YouTube channel. After talking about several things of interest, he appeared on my Ham Radio Happy Hour event in December, and attended the Orlando Hamcation in 2022 where he and his wife Lola both obtained their Ham Radio licenses. Check out this short video and the links below to his channel StrangerPalooza: https://www.youtube.com/c/strangerpalooza Become a supporter of this p...
Feb 23, 2022•10 min
Live from the Orlando Hamcation of 2022 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Feb 21, 2022•31 min
The GD-AT10G is made by Anytone, repackaged and sold by Radioddity, and is a low cost alternative to the full-featured D878UVII+ model. Let's take a look at it today. Save $15 at the Radioddity Website: https://radioddity.refr.cc/jasonjohnston Link to radio: https://www.radioddity.com/products/radioddity-gd-at10g Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Feb 19, 2022•12 min
Orlando Hamcation is next weekend! We're getting together to talk about plan for the weekend and how much fun it will be. We look forward to seeing everyone there! Website: https://www.hamcation.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Feb 17, 2022•1 hr 37 min
Here are the links to today's discounts and events! 👉R&L: http://hr2.li/5fsa3 👉HamRadioPrep: https://hamradioprep.com COUPON: jason20 👉Gigaparts Weekly Specials: http://hr2.li/dfmxb 👉FlexRadio: https://www.flexradio.com/?aff=2 COUPON: HAMRADIO50 👉Better Safe Radio: http://hr2.li/jv3a5 COUPON: HR2all7 👉American Radio Supply Mailer: http://hr2.li/jyq1i 👉MERCH! http://shop.hamradio2.com 🪁Bridgecom Giveaway: https://wn.nr/Dj6SgU 👉Orlando Hamcation and Contest University: https://www.arr...
Feb 16, 2022•14 min
Today I take a look at the new-ish uSDX QRP HF Transceiver which I purchased from Banggood. It is a Chinese radio for a low cost, but packed with features. Watch the video and let me know your thoughts, and for more info, check the link below. Purchase link: https://www.banggood.com/custlink/KvmhNay2wk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Feb 14, 2022•21 min
Waiting for the storm to arrive - https://www.wunderground.com/weather/us/tx/dallas/76051 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Feb 11, 2022•1 hr 15 min
We wrapped up Winter Field Day 2022 earlier today as the club call KN5TR. Join us tonight on the Livestream to discuss results. This is a fun event that I enjoy each year, and I am curious to see how YOU did in the (not a) Contest this year! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Feb 10, 2022•58 min
From the POTA Website - Activators are those amateurs who operate portable from within Parks on the Air (POTA) designated parks. Special RaDAR awards are given for transitioning between multiple entities during a 24-hour period. Today I join Shane from @This Side of the Radio and we travel to 5 POTA Activations for our Cheetah Award. Thanks to all who worked us on the air! Website: https://pota.app Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/suppor...
Feb 09, 2022•11 min
Vance, N3VEM, returns to the livestream to talk about the Support Your Parks Weekend on January 15-16 and the results of that event. POTA Website: https://pota.app/#/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Feb 08, 2022•57 min
What is the best handheld Ham Radio for 2022 that is under $100? This is a list of 10 handheld Ham Radios that I would recommend for the new Ham Radio operator or anyone looking to get started with this great hobby! Link to all radios: http://www.hamradio2.com/2022/01/17/best-handheld-ham-radio-under-100-for-2022/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Feb 07, 2022•22 min
THANK YOU! I'm humbled that you have decided to join and follow my Ham Radio adventures here on YouTube. As an appreciation of this channel milestone, I am giving away a FlexRadio 6400M. Join the livestream on Sunday, Jan 23rd to see who wins! Complete list of prizes: You MUST be present to win all of the prizes below EXCEPT for the FlexRadio Grand Prize. I will contact the winner after the stream to coordinate shipping. 1. FlexRadio 6400M 2. BTECH 50x2 dual band radio 3. BTECH 25x2 dual band ra...
Feb 05, 2022•1 hr 50 min
Here are the links for today's Ham Radio Shopping deals and events: 🔥R&L: http://hr2.li/5fsa3 🔥HamRadioPrep: https://hamradioprep.com COUPON: jason20 🔥Getting Your Ham Radio License: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLs_Ab58w9LI-RyWc4QyfXeXouS4POCvw0 🔥Gigaparts Weekly Specials: http://hr2.li/dfmxb 🔥NA QSO Party: https://www.contestcalendar.com/contestdetails.php?ref=229 🔥Bridgecom Giveaway: https://wn.nr/Dj6SgU 🔥American Radio Supply: https://tinyurl.com/4ydeynnk 🔥Winter Field D...
Feb 04, 2022•17 min
Ham Radio Happy Hour is a time to gather and talk to other Hams about...whatever! This is a fun stream that I enjoy hosting each month, and I hope you can join us in the chat! Support the Lea Family - https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-lea-family Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Feb 03, 2022•2 hr 25 min
The Technician License for Ham Radio is the first level of license to start using Ham Radio. The question pool for this course updates every 4 years, and that timeline is this Summer. This is the first part of the Technician Class that I livestreamed in 2020 - I have broken it down into shorter videos for you to use to study before the question pool expires in July of 2022. Follow along with this book: https://amzn.to/33P2Zpr Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/h...
Feb 01, 2022•56 min
The Technician License for Ham Radio is the first level of license to start using Ham Radio. The question pool for this course updates every 4 years, and that timeline is this Summer. This is the first part of the Technician Class that I livestreamed in 2020 - I have broken it down into shorter videos for you to use to study before the question pool expires in July of 2022. Follow along with this book: https://amzn.to/33P2Zpr Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/h...
Jan 31, 2022•58 min
Today I get to go through the menus and do some power testing on the BTECH 25x2 Mini Mobile Ham Radio - distributed by BaofengTech (BTECH) this is a great option for a mobile radio that will fit in tighter spaces. Comments in the video are welcome. Purchase link: https://amzn.to/3HXaf1i Commissions can be earned from affiliate links. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Jan 30, 2022•12 min
Tonight I re-welcome the nice folks from the Orlando Hamcation administration staff to talk about the 2022 Hamcation Hamfest that is coming up next month. We're going to have a GREAT show! Website: https://www.hamcation.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Jan 27, 2022•56 min
Here are the links for today's video! 💥Support the Lea Family - https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-the-lea-family 💥100k Giveaway signup - http://hr2.li/100kgiveaway R&L: http://hr2.li/5fsa3 💥HamRadioPrep: https://hamradioprep.com COUPON: jason20 💥American Radio Supply Mailer - https://tinyurl.com/2p8kjac3 💥Winterheat 2022: https://hamactive.com 💥Bridgecom Giveaway - https://wn.nr/Dj6SgU 💥Winter Field Day Supplies - https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0?listId=1P1EF015QNDGI 💥K6ARK Ante...
Jan 25, 2022•17 min
This is the 8-watt version of the Baofeng UV-9S radio. Today I show the menus and power test this device. Here is a video I did last year on the Triband version - https://youtu.be/S6yYj-7poT8 Purchase link: https://amzn.to/3tf58pp Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....
Jan 24, 2022•17 min
Today I welcome back Callum, M0MCX, the DX Commander onto the livestream to talk about the latest updates with his antennas and production company. DX Commander website: https://www.m0mcx.co.uk Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .
Jan 22, 2022•1 hr 29 min
What is the best GMRS handheld radio for 2022? We saw an explosion of GMRS growth and activity in early 2020, and that growth continues today. These are my top 11 picks for the GMRS handheld radios that are available in the beginning of 2022. I suspect we will see more releases as the year progresses, so keep watching for updates! Complete list at this link: https://www.livefromthehamshack.tv/2022/01/06/best-gmrs-handheld-for-2022/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/pod...
Jan 20, 2022•30 min