Ham Radio 2.0

Tomorrow is the official election date for 2024 in the United States. What happens next is anyone's guess, so now might be a good time to make sure your lines of communication are up. Here are some ideas: Today's video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - save 20% with code JASON20 at this link - https://hamradioprep.com In this video:  @ahomesteadjourney  video - https://youtu.be/FL1vkOu4VHk?si=sPsIg...

It is raining heavily in North Texas so I decided to cut my trip short and come home early. Now I gotta find a topic to stream about! Join me and other YouTubers as we talk about nothing... Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

This is a video from  @K3JRZOnTheAir  who was working POTA on 10M when a Net Control operator just started running a Net over top of him. See what happens next. Today's video is sponsored by M&P Coax - save 10% with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cables K3JRZ video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=upgx4u0JrYI&ab_channel=K3JRZOnTheAir Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

Which device works more often? A Radio - any radio, including Ham Radio, GMRS, CD Radio, FRS, MURS, etc - do they work more often or less often than your Smart Phone? This might surprise you.... Today's video is sponsored by the ARRL - use code JAS1 to get a free boonie hat with purchase or renewal of membership - https://www.arrl.org/membership Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spre...

Anytone's newest DMR HT doesn't disappoint for those of us in the DMR Amateur Radio world. This new radio offers lots of new features at a lower price point than its predecessor. Let's take a look.. This video is sponsored by Redodo Batteries. Get a 6% Discount with code HAMRADIO at this link - https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D Anytone AT-D168UV - https://www.bridgecomsystems.com/collectio...

Join me tonight as I welcome Daniel from the Spec5 Team onto the livestream to talk about the future of Meshtastic Networking and some cool new projects and hardware that Spec5 is working on. Find all of the gear we talk about tonight at this link - https://hr2.li/spec5 (affiliate link) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, one group is calling for help from various places, including those of Ham Radio Operators. This is from a video that I found on YouTube and then started researching a bit. Let me know your thoughts in the comments This video is sponsored by the ARRL - Visit https://www.arrl.org/membership and see all the benefits that come with your annual membership. Use code...

Another package from Temu! Let's see what they sent us this time! Download the Temu app using https://temu.to/m/u4d1zv1q4bq to get a $100 coupon bundle for free (for all users), Or search my code: dpq5884 in the Temu search-bar to claim Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

Tonight I welcome Ed and Steve back onto the channel to talk about the latest updates with the M17 Digital Mode. I picked up a new CS7000 M17 device from Connect Systems last week and I still have the Skybridge Plus Hotspot from Bridgecom Systems. Tonight we'll get on the air via RF with M17! CS7000 HT - https://www.connectsystems.com/amateur-products/CS7000-M17.html Skybridge Plus Hotspot - https...

While working an Emergency after-action Net for Hurricane Helene victims and survivors, several Ham Radio Net Control operators were hearing unlicensed people use the repeater to call for help. What does this mean? Today's video is sponsored by SPE Expert Amplifiers - get a FULL LIMIT Amplifier that you can take with you! https://www.mtcradio.com/spe-expert/ Article link - https://www.reddit.com/r...

What is the best portable radio for HF Ham Radio with 100-watts of output power, and is small and light enough to put in a backpack and carry with you? Today I go through my top picks of in-production radios for HF Ham Radio. Today's video is sponsored by M&P Coax. Save 10% off of all of their coax with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cables Become a supporter of this podcast: htt...

Tonight I welcome Dan, K2DMG, and Thomas, K4SWL, who live in one of the several areas that were devestated by Hurricane Helene. Both were running Net Control on a local repeater to pass traffic into and out of damaged areas due to power outages and no cell service. Tonight we get to hear the "behind the scene" story. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-...

In the wake of Hurricane Helene's devastation, Ham Radio Operators prepare for Hurricane Milton. This video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - get 20% off of all of their packages with code JASON20 - https://hamradioprep.com/ Articles from video: https://www.wired.com/story/hurricane-helene-milton-north-carolina-florida-amateur-radio/ https://www.concordmonitor.com/ham-radio-class-new-hampshire-amat...

ICOM Responds to the news story about exploding radios, confirming that the IC-V82 radios used in the Mossad / Hezbollah fight were most likely fake. Plus my response to some of YOUR comments from the first video... This video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - get 20% off of their courses with code JASON20 at this link - https://hamradioprep.com ICOM Statement - https://icomamerica.com/media_and_pr...

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Hurricane Helene is proof that your Smartphone isn't reliable. Check out this video and the links below. This video is NOT sponsored Reddit Articles: https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/1frvl4x/post_hurricane_cell_phones_are_not_able_to/ https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/1fsdjw0/asheville_nc_hurricane_coms/ W4HTP Repeater on Broadcastify: https://www.broadcastify.com/listen...

Following up on my Best HT of 2024 video, I found some of the same radios on Amazon, but more importantly - I found some great accessories for these radios that you might want to check out.. Best HT List:https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/18QPLBEB6QNUV?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d Best Accessories List: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/YVH5TQJAB3LI?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_of...

Ham Radio Prep has launched a new Emcomm (Emergency Communications) Course. It contains some great information about the critical skills needed to effectively communicate during events and emergencies, ensuring the safety of yourself, your family, and your community. Save 20% off of this course with code JASON20 Check it out here - https://hamradioprep.com/license-courses Become a supporter of thi...

Several Icom Radios are prominently featured in the 10th Episode of Ultraman Arc. It is fun to see Icom Ham Radios, or any Ham Radios, in other types of media. Here is a link to Episode 10 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DU2WeHgqY7c&ab_channel=ULTRAMANOfficialEnglishChannel Today's video is sponsored by PCBway - bring all of your ideas to life at their website - https://www.pcbway.com Become...

Join us tonight as I welcome Ray Novak onto the Livestream to talk about the newest HT to the ICOM Radio line, the ID-52 Plus Anniversary Edition. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

Following the Wayanad Landslide in India, Ham Radio operators assisted in rescue efforts when all other forms of communication failed. Let's take a look at this story. The video is sponsored by PCBway - bring all your creative ideas to life at https://www.pcbway.com Links in video: 1st Article: https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/wayanad-landslide-and-role-of-radio-communication-1.9782364...

Why don't you have your Ham Radio license? I polled my audience on my YouTube Community Tab with this question and got some great answers. What is your answer to this question? This video is sponsored by M&P Coax - save 10% with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cables Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

Bring your questions and answers for an interactive livestream tonight between me and the audience. Let's talk about Ham Radio! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

By now everyone has heard about the Pager and Walkie Talkie explosion in the Middle East. Although some of the radios might say "Icom" on them, they may not be genuine. Let's take a look... Links in the video: https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/israel-planted-explosives-hezbollahs-taiwan-made-pagers-say-sources-2024-09-18/ https://x.com/MarioNawfal/status/1836412256092881005 https://x.com/M...

This is my list of the top 14 HT Handheld Ham Radios for 2024. Links below. The video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - save a 20% discount on all of their courses with code jason20 - https://hamradioprep.com Amazon list - https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradio2.0/list/18QPLBEB6QNUV?ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_list_d Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--204...