Ham Radio 2.0

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...

Tonight we build the 9:1 Random Wire antenna from @CoffeeandHamRadios called the ARES. Come by the channel and join us during the livestream! Link to this kit - https://coffeeandhamradios.com/collections/all Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

Ultraman Arc is a new series out of Japan that rebroadcasts their episodes on YouTube. I found an article about an upcoming episode that will feature ICOM Ham Radios and an Amateur Radio Hamshack. Let's take a look! This video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - save 20% off of all courses with the code of JASON20 - get started today by downloading their free app!    @ultraman_english_official  is th...

The Tokyo Ham Fair of 2024 saw new Ham Radio announcements from Icom, Kenwood and Yaesu. Each offering has a unique audience that should be attracted to the new products. So what are my thoughts on these new radios from "the big 3"? Let's take a look... This video is sponsored by Expert Amplifiers - MTC Radio is Expert Amplifiers new home for North America. Shop their great selection today! https:...

WRL - World Radio League - has a new app for logging your Ham Radio contacts at POTA, SOTA and other outings. This video was recorded in May of 2024 and the app itself has updated many times since then. I have used it myself on my last few POTA activations and I am working on a deep-dive video that will be released soon. More info: https://hamradioprep.com/world-radio-league-mobile-app/ Become a s...

Join us tonight as we attempt to upgrade my Allstar Cloud server. ASL 3.0 is a brand new version of Allstar that was recently released and they have instructions for installing into a Cloud, so we will walk through that process tonight. Join my Allstar server at node 43136 afterwards for a short QSO Party (if we are successful) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/h...