The Two Way Radio Show

We tell you about some new two way radios from Cobra for 2015. We also review the Cobra 29 LX HD LE Harley Davidson CB Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:19 Discussion Topic 1:37 We talk about a few new radios from Cobra. We’ll give you the specs on the new CXT645 consumer FRS radio, introduce their new VHF marine radios and tell you when we expect them to be available. Commercial Break 17:25 buyt...

We tell you about an exciting new micro mobile GMRS radio coming soon from Midland. We also review the Wouxun KG-B55 Dual Band Amateur Base Station. Intro :00 Billboard 1:18 Discussion Topic 1:37 We talk about the new Midland MXT100 Micro Mobile GMRS Radio . We’ll give you an overview of its features and specifications, its compatibility with other GMRS radios and its potential benefits to u...

We discuss difference between walkie talkies and two way radios. We also review the new XLT CS200G Universal Two Way Radio Carrying Case. Intro :00 Billboard 1:15 Discussion Topic 1:34 we’ll talk about the difference between walkie talkies and two way radios. We’ll define the two terms, discuss the differences and similarities between them, and whether or not they are really interchang...

We tell you how you can convert a portable handheld walkie-talkie into a mobile radio for your vehicle. We also review the Leixen VV-898 UHF/VHF Dual Band Mobile Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:22 Discussion Topic 1:40 We tell you how to turn a handheld radio into a mobile radio. We’ll discuss the advantages of doing it, what you need to make it work, and suggest some makes and models o...

We tell you about a new line of FRS/GMRS radios from an old company in the business. We also review the XLT EB120 Earbud with PTT Microphone. Intro :00 Billboard 1:22 Discussion Topic 1:42 We talk about the new Olympia FRS/GMRS Two Way Radios . We’ll give you the inside story about these new radios, introduce you to the models, and discuss the key features and the differences between them an...

We talk about a new IP radio system from Icom. We also review the Baofeng UV-5R Programming Cable. Intro :00 Billboard 1:13 Discussion Topic 1:31 We talk about the new Icom IP100H Advanced Radio System . We’ll tell you what it is, how it works, what advantages it has over other conventional radio systems, and where it is designed to be used. Commercial Break 30:39 buytwowayradios.com 1:00 Pr...

We celebrate National CB Radio Day 2014! We also review the Cobra 29 LX BT LCD CB Radio with Bluetooth. Intro :00 Billboard 1:17 Discussion Topic 1:35 We talk about National CB Radio Day. What is CB Radio Day? We’ll tell you. We’ll tell you what it is, how it started, and pass along a few fun facts and trivia about CB Radio . Commercial Break 13:24 buytwowayradios.com 1:00 Product Revi...

We discuss some of the myths and facts about Baofeng two way radios. We also review the Baofeng UV-82 Dual Band UHF/VHF Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:24 Discussion Topic 1:42 We learn about the company that produces one of the hottest selling handheld transceivers in the market, the Baofeng UV-5R . We’ll discover the many faces and versions of this radio and sort out some of the similarities,...

We tell you about the new IC-F1000/IC-F2000 series of business two way radios from Icom. We also review the XLT SM400 Heavy Duty Speaker Microphone. Intro :00 Billboard 1:15 Discussion Topic 1:33 We introduce the new Icom IC-F2000 . We’ll talk about some of the features and specifications of these new business radios as well as their availability. Commercial Break 25:08 buytwowayradios.com 1...

We discuss the Kenwood ProTalk PKT-23 Pocket Sized Business Two Way Radio. We also review the Kenwood KVC-22 Compact Vehicle Charging Station. Intro :00 Billboard 1:12 Discussion Topic 1:30 We talk about the Kenwood ProTalk PKT-23 , a little radio from Kenwood with big specifications. We’ll go over the features and specs and compare it with a few other radios in its class. Commercial Break 2...

We discuss whether you should rent two way radios or buy them. We also review the Seahorse Waterproof Case. Intro :00 Billboard 1:21 Discussion Topic 1:39 We tell you when it’s better to choose a two way radio rental over a purchase, when to purchase your radios instead of rent them and consider a few exceptions to these rules. Plus, Anthony will tell us about a lady who recently considered...

We talk about basic, entry level consumer FRS and GMRS two way radios. We also review the Cobra microTALK CX112 Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:17 Discussion Topic 1:36 We discuss some of the advantages and disadvantages of low end consumer radios, how they are commonly used and list some of the makes and models of these radios available today. Radios discussed include the Cobra microTALK CX1...

We discuss the different types of two way radios and how they are designed to be used. We also review the new Cobra Select MR-HH450 DUAL Combination Marine and GMRS Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:16 Discussion Topic 1:35 We talk about some of the types of radio services available to the public, their advantages and limitations, and how they are intended to be used. Radio services discussed include a...

We discuss the return of the Midland GXT2000 to the two way radio market. We also review the new Cobra CXT1035R FLT Floating Waterproof Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:16 Discussion Topic 1:35 We talk about the return of the Midland GXT2000 . We’ll talk about its turbulent history, why Midland decided to pull it from the market, and comment on its unexpected return. Commercial Break 14:...

We talk about the new Wouxun KG-UV899 dual band two way radio and compare the features of this handheld transceiver with those of the popular Baofeng UV-5R. We also review the new Midland ER300 Emergency Hand Crank Radio with Flashlight. Intro :00 Billboard 1:21 Discussion Topic 1:40 We tell you about the new Wouxun KG-UV899 Two Way Radio and match it up against the ever popular Baofeng UV-5R . We...

We talk about the new Wouxun KG-UV8D dual band two way radio and take a close look at its features. We also review the Wouxun SPS30 III 30A Switching Power Supply. Intro :00 Billboard 1:22 Discussion Topic 1:41 We tell you about the new Wouxun KG-UV8D Two Way Radio that’s generating some excitement within the amateur radio community. We’ll talk about some of the features and specificat...

We perform a basic comparison between the Wouxun KG-UV920P-A and the new KG-UV950P Base/Mobile Two Way Radios. We also review the new Motorola Talkabout MU350R Two Way Radio with Bluetooth. Intro :00 Billboard 1:16 Discussion Topic 1:34 We compare the compare the new Wouxun KG-UV950P Quad Band Base/Mobile Two Way Radio with the Wouxun KG-UV920P-A Dual Band Base/Mobile Two Way Radio . We’ll c...

We tell you about some new radios and accessories recently introduced or coming soon to the market in 2014. We also review the new Kenwood ProTalk LT PKT-23 Pocket Sized Business Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:17 Discussion Topic 1:35 We talk about some interesting new items from Cobra, some long awaited offerings from Midland and Motorola, and some new accessories from XLT. Products discuss...

We talk with a father and his son about amateur radio and how it serves as a family friendly hobby. We also review the Motorola MHP81 Electronic Hearing Protection Headset. Intro :00 Billboard 1:21 Intro to Interview 1:39 We interview Darcy, Walter and Rick’s son Tommy at the 2013 Rock Hill Hamfest to get their personal impressions of the amateur community as a whole and discuss the general...

We talk about the basic concept of radio repeaters. We also review the Baofeng UV-5R High Capacity 3800mAh Battery. Intro :00 Billboard 1:13 Topic Discussion 1:31 We talk about radio repeaters. We’ll learn what they are, how they are used and how to find a GMRS or amateur radio repeater in your area. Resources discussed include the Desktop and the Pocket editions of the ARRL Repeater Directo...

We go on location to the 2013 Rock Hill Hamfest. We also review the Baofeng BF-F9 Dual Band Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:13 Intro to Interview 1:31 We interview Ken Tedder, a member of the York County Amateur Radio Society and Chairman of the 2013 Rock Hill Hamfest . He will tell us how he became involved with the group, some of the history of YCARS and what the Rock Hill Hamfest is all ab...

We discuss the recent demise of the Midland GXT2000. We also review the new Motorola Talkabout MG167A FRS/GMRS two way radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:19 Topic Discussion 1:38 Midland Radio Corporation just announced that it has discontinued the GXT2000 and GXT2050 FRS/GMRS two way radios. We’ll talk about its short, turbulent history, the current status of the entire GXT2000 series and specula...

We explore the contention and differences between the two worlds of Citizens Band and Amateur radio. We also review the Wouxun KG-UV6D Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:08 Intro to Interview 1:27 In discussions with CB and Amateur radio hobbyists, it quickly emerges that there is some contention between these two groups of radio users. In this episode we’ll look more closely at each group...

We interview Bill Casto, a seasoned amateur radio operator who operates Continuous Wave, or CW and a member of the Charlotte Amateur Radio Club- W4CQ. We also review the Motorola RMM2050 MURS Two Way Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:14 Intro to Interview 1:33 Rick talks with Bill Casto, a ham who has been using CW most of his life and is a lifetime member of The Charlotte Amateur Radio Club – W4...

We take a look at the recent trend of bundling weather channels and emergency alert features into handheld two way radios and what it means. We also review the Motorola MWR839 AM/FM Weather Alert Radio. Intro :00 Billboard 1:13 Topic Discussion 1:32 We discuss the recent uptick in the number of two way radios with weather features such as NOAA weather channels, alerts and Specific Area Message Enc...