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Ham Radio 2.0

Jason Johnston - KC5HWBwww.spreaker.com
Join Jason, KC5HWB, as he focuses on 'What is New in Amateur Radio?' during this video podcast series titled Ham Radio 2.0. Talk about new radios, new transmission modes, License classes, Technical talks and trips around the world.

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Episodes

E1366: $150 HOTSPOT Made for Hams - The Hamspot!

$150 for a Ham-made hotspot that is called the Hamspot. This is designed and sold by Colin, K0NNK. Find his website here - https://hamspot.square.site This video is sponsored by LDG Electronics. Save 20% off of their entire inventory during the Dayton Hamvention 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....

Jun 07, 202412 min

E1365: LIVE! From the Hamvention Campsite!

This is a livestream I ran on Wednesday before Hamvention 2024. Thanks to all who joined us during the livestream Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

Jun 06, 20241 hr 44 min

E1364: $18000 Fine for Harmful Interference and Lack of Responsiveness

In this video, Jason talks about a CB Operator who received a hefty fine for harmful interference and refusing to respond to letters and warnings from the FCC. This video is sponsored by LDG Electronics - save 20% off of everything from LDG at the Dayton Hamvention of 2024. Stop by the Gigaparts booth to see their full line of products. Link to Article - https://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=8780c7da-ec9a-4884-b6be-7480418f4384 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.co...

Jun 05, 202417 min

E1363: Meshtastic License Free Off-Grid Comms MADE EASY!

Meshtastic is a great way to use a license-free communications system via text messaging. It uses LoRa, which is a long-range radio system, to communicate. I've had a few of these devices for a while and I am getting them setup to take to Dayton Hamvention next week. In this video I show how to flash 2 different models of units and how they work together. This video is sponsored by LDG Electronics - save 20% off of everything from LDG at the Dayton Hamvention of 2024. Stop by the Gigaparts booth...

Jun 03, 202416 min

E1362: Ham Radio Happy Hour for May 2024!

Join us on Friday, May 10th for this month's Ham Radio Happy Hour, where we discuss the 2024 Dayton Hamvention that is happening next week! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

May 31, 20241 hr 57 min

E1361: Mother's Day SALES for Ham Radio! Battery and Solar Panels Sales!

Here are the links for today's video: 😎R&L Daily Deals - http://hr2.li/5fsa3 😎Lectric eBike Mother's Day Sale - https://alnk.to/eDQYRer 😎Ecoflow Mother's Day Sale - https://us.ecoflow.com/pages/mother-day?aff=668 😎Redodo Battery Mother's Day Sale - https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D 😎Gigaparts Mystery Box - https://www.gigaparts.com/brown-box-containing-a-mystery-ham-radio.html 👉👉Signup for my Email List - https://hamradio2.com/email-signup 😎Mother's Day Items on my Amazon Sto...

May 31, 202417 min

E1360: HF Radio Nets - Who Owns the Frequency?

Who owns the frequency on the HF Ham Radio Bands? If a Net runs every day at a specific time, does that mean they "own" the frequency? Do you have to move off of "their frequency" if you are using it before they start their net? This is an article that I found very interesting - stick around to hear my insights and opinions on this topic This video is sponsored by M&P Coax - Save a 10% discount with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cables - Some product links are affiliate links ...

May 31, 202416 min

E1359: Ham Radio SAVES LIVES in Death Valley on 10-Meters!

This is a story about a POTA Activation where a Ham Radio operator got stranded in Death Valley and used Ham Radio to communicate outside of the area and ask for help. This video is sponsored by https://pcbway.com - Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Article - https://www.arrl.org/news/amateur-radio-saves-family-in-death-valley-national-park Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2...

May 28, 20247 min

E1358: Hamcon Zion Discussion - ARRL Rocky Mountain Division Convention Hamfest

Tonight I welcome to folks who are in charge of Hamcon Zion, which is a new Hamfest for 2024, and will be the ARRL Rocky Mountain Division Convention. The show takes place on July 12-13 of 2024.Find more info here - https://www.hamconzion.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....

May 27, 20241 hr 6 min

E1357: Ham Radio Today - Discounts and Deals for May, 2024

Here are the links for today's video: 🔑Signup for my email list - https://hamradio2.com/email-signup 🔑R&L Daily Deals - https://hr2.li/5fsa3 🔑American Radio Supply Mailer - https://tinyurl.com/5n6zxcja 🔑SharkRF Openspot Sale - https://www.sharkrf.com/ 🔑Radioddity Coupon - https://radioddity.refr.cc/jasonjohnston 🔑Bridgecom Giveaway - https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/pages/spring-fever-sweepstakes-2024 🔑BuyTwoWay Radios - https://hr2.li/7q211 🔑Ham Radio Prep - https://hamradioprep.com...

May 23, 202415 min

E1356: Ham Radio License VS 4th Amendment Rights - Can You Have Both?

There is a common belief that once you get a Ham Radio license, somehow you are giving up your 4th Amendment Rights in the USA, allowing the government to come into your home and take whatever they want, without your permission. This is simply untrue. In this video, I explain why. This video is sponsored by https://hamradioprep.com - Save 20% off with coupon code JASON20 -Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Link to Blog Articl...

May 22, 202413 min

E1355: INTELLITRON Items for the Every-Day Ham!

Intellitron Items are amongst the newest items available from Gigaparts - they are every-day items for the every-day Ham. I got some of their first items in this video, but they will be adding more soon. This video is sponsored by Intellitron - Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Save 5% off of ALL Intellitron Items with code KC5HWB at this link - https://www.gigaparts.com/nsearch/?lp=Ham%20Radio%202.0%20Master%20Page#?lp=Ham+...

May 21, 202412 min

E1354: Morse Monkey Updates - AWESOME CW-Learning Tool!

Tonight I welcome Scott, KG5ANC, back onto the show to talk about the newest updates to the Morse Monkey CW Learning tool. You can find the kit build at this link - https://grapevineamateurradio.com/collections/radio-gear/products/morse-monkey-cw-training-kit 3D Case Files - https://www.printables.com/model/456609-morse-monkey-091 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....

May 21, 202449 min

E1353: $3000 Fine for Refusing Radio Inspection

In this review, Jason talks about a Radio Operator who was fined for refusing an equipment inspection by the FCC ➡︎ https://incompliancemag.com/radio-operator-fined-3k-for-refusing-inspection This video is sponsored by https://PCBWay.com - Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....

May 16, 20248 min

E1350: Best Ham Radio Antenna for VEHICLE 2024

Best Mobile Antenna for VHF/UHF in your vehicle for 2024 - Best mobile Ham Radio antenna for your car. Here is my list: SPONSOR: Save 10% off of all M&P Coax with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cables 1 - https://amzn.to/3PRUkIf 2 - https://cometantenna.com/amateur-radio/mobile-antennas/ma-dual-band/ 3 - https://www.rfwiz.com/austin-500c-antenna/austin-model-500c-200010 4 - https://www.rfwiz.com/austin-metropolitan/austin-metropolitan-201000 5 - https://www.diamondantenna.net/P...

May 13, 202417 min

E1349: FREE SPEECH Violations with Ham Radio? First Amendment Rights in the USA

Does requiring a Ham Radio License in the USA violate your right to free speech, as protected by the First Amendment? Here are my thoughts..., SPONSOR: Find a New Home or Sound financial advice at https://realestateforlife.org Articles from video: 1st Amendment: https://constitution.congress.gov/constitution/amendment-1/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....

May 10, 202416 min

E1346: GOING HOME, The Survivalist Series and Ham Radio BOOK Review

I've read this entire series and I have enjoyed it very much. I am looking forward to the next book in the series, which I hope will be released later in 2024. I wanted to make a video about this series because it involves Ham Radio inside of lots of the stories that happen throughout all of the books. Thanks to @angery-american for this series. This video is sponsored by M&P Coax. Save 10% off of all of their products with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cables - Some product l...

May 06, 202418 min

E1345: FlexRadio Maestro-C FIRST LOOK! Livestream with Michael Walker

I picked up a new FlexRadio Maestro-C, the latest version of their Maestro control console with some exciting new updates. Join me as I welcome Michael Walker onto the Livestream to talk about this new devices and its features. Link to Maestro-C: https://www.flexradio.com/products/maestro-control-console-flex-6000/?aff=2 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....

May 03, 20241 hr 4 min

E1344: Temu Has HAM RADIO and Other Items You Might Like....

I got some items from Temu that are Ham Radio related but also a few video tools that I will be using soon. Let's check out this grab-bag mystery box that I got from them! Download Temu App to get a $100 Coupon Bundle: https://temu.to/m/u4sxf7lz5ta or search my code【dkj9278】on Temu App to claim. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....

May 01, 202411 min

E1343: Solar Eclipse 2024 LIVE from Texas

Join me for some fabulous FT8 during the Solar Eclipse QSO Party, 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

Apr 30, 20242 hr 7 min

E1342: Solar Eclipse Plans, Supporting One of Our Own, and New Items

Tonight's livestream will be somewhat unique. I have a few new items to share with you all, Plus we will share links to support Jim, W6LG, with his ongoing health issues. We will have an auction for an antenna, where all proceeds go to Jim. Stop by and join us tonight PayPal link for Jim: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=F559TA6NT8QRU Ebay Auction: https://www.ebay.com/itm/116136380709 QuirkyQRP Notebook with my logo: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1710785939/ham-radio-20-hardcover-...

Apr 28, 202458 min

E1341: Russian Citizen ARRESTED for FM Radio Broadcasting

A Russian Citizen, who is a Ham Radio operator, was arrested for using an FM transmitter to broadcast anti-war podcasts and videos. Let's take a look at this story: SPONSOR: Get your FIRST License or UPGRADE from https://hamradioprep.com and save 20% with code jason20 Links in video: https://www.news4jax.com/news/world/2024/03/09/a-lonely-radio-nerd-a-poet-vladimir-putins-crackdown-sweeps-up-ordinary-russians/ https://apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-europe-moscow-347cf5d867eb34b1e8469f942685b6...

Apr 27, 202411 min

E1340: Have You Heard GMRS Users on HAM RADIO Repeaters?

I got this story from an email list at a local club in my area. Have you ever heard GMRS users or callsigns on any of your Ham Radio repeaters in your area? If so, how did you handle it? Here are my thoughts... SPONSOR: Save 20% off of all license and training classes with code jason20 at https://hamradioprep.com/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....

Apr 26, 202414 min

E1339: BIG NEWS from Main Trading Company!

Tonight I welcome Richard from Main Trading Company onto the Livestream to talk about the BIG NEWS he has been hinting towards for the last few months. It's finally here! We will get the full story on the livestream tonight, so be sure to tune in! Website: https://www.mtcradio.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support ....

Apr 25, 202459 min

E1338: Ham Radio Today - EASTER and MARCH Sales for 2024

Here are the links for today's video: 🧰 Signup for my Email List - https://hamradio2.com/email-signup 🐰R&L Daily Deals: https://hr2.li/5fsa3 🐰Arrowhead Tactical 40% off sale: https://alnk.to/cSH9Pm4 🐰American Radio Supply Mailer: https://tinyurl.com/msxx2tt9 🐰SharkRF Openspot 4 Sale: https://www.sharkrf.com/ 🐰Bridgecom March Mania Sale: https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/pages/march-mania-sale-2024?ref=kiiqzu1uu7cb 🐰BougeRV Easter Sale: https://shrsl.com/4h1tr 🐰RFinder March Madness Sa...

Apr 24, 202422 min
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