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LHS Episode #622: The Weekender CXLI

Russ K5TUX — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 12:25:51 +0000

Hello and welcome back everyone! You're joining us for episode 622 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet! This week we're bringing to you our 141st weekender, so you'll hear about what we've been doing in our lives, along with our discussion centered around a random topic from our topic wheel and a quick trip through some hedonistic exploits! 73 de LHS Team

How to Fix the Technician License

Bob KØNR — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 17:46:22 +0000

Once again, I am in the middle of teaching a Technician license class and I notice that some of the exam questions seem off target. I look at the exam through the lens of “what does a licensee need to know to get started at the Technician level?&...

RFI is either giving or receiving.

Mike VE9KK — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 18:07:08 +0000

Without any RFI issue. In my last post, I was on the receiving end of RFI—you can read about that HERE. This post is about being on the other side of the equation: being the source of the RFI.I have a Raspberry Pi 4B running Open HamClock Ba...

Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 428

Cale K4HCK — Sat, 04 Jul 2026 12:00:31 +0000

Empire State Building climbers force NYC FM and TV stations to backup antennas Following protocols, the broadcasters shifted to auxiliary setups for about an hour. RadioWorld ORI futureGEO HAMRADIO 2026 Workshop report Haifuraiya is a functional prototype digital regenerative multiplexing Amateur Radio satellite system, with superior voice quality and integrated voice, text, and data. ORI […]

The SARC Communicator: July – August 2026

John VE7TI — Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:00:00 +0000

Welcome to The CommunicatorWelcome to the July-August 2026 issue of The Communicator. As summer hits its peak, this bumper edition is packed with the perfect blend of technical innovation, operating field reports, and rich radio history to keep you com...

K0NR BKG114

Bob KØNR — Wed, 01 Jul 2026 02:50:41 +0000

There I was, minding my own business at Field Day, when I ended up in a conversation with The Matts (KF0RIG and KG0AT). They said something about being in the Brass Knuckle Gang, which I knew nothing about. One of the Matts said “it is kind of fu...

LHS Episode #621: OscarWatch

Russ K5TUX — Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:34:21 +0000

Hello and welcome back everyone, and thanks for joining us for this episode! This is episode 621 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet! This week we're telling you about what we've been up to - along with looking at OscarWatch as our Featured Topic!

ICQPodcast Episode 486 – Windows 10 to Linux

Colin M6BOY — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 10:02:00 +0000

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfields (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode's feature is Windows 10 to Linux

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ICQPodcast Episode 486 – Windows 10 to Linux

Colin M6BOY — Sun, 28 Jun 2026 07:46:00 +0000

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Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 427

Cale K4HCK — Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:28:57 +0000

This weekend is Field Day Field Day is Ham Radio’s open house. ARRL Field Day site locator Find a Field Day event near you. ARRL LinHT Rev B status What works, what broke, and why Rev C is next. Zero Retries Testing the new Tufteln Reel Antenna The antenna is built directly into the reel […]

LHS Episode #620: Security Review

Russ K5TUX — Wed, 24 Jun 2026 11:58:33 +0000

Hello and welcome back everyone! This is episode 620 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet! Thanks for joining us for this episode! This week we're telling you about what we've been up to - along with taking a jaunt through some short topics in the world of Amateur Radio, Linux and Open Source! 73 de LHS Team

RFI found and removed

Mike VE9KK — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 16:50:53 +0000

LED RFIWhere we live, I have a very quiet noise floor and have enjoyed it for years. Recently, however, while operating on 40 meters, I noticed an offending signal on the Icom IC-7610 waterfall display. The noise repeated approximately every 15 k...

Coast Guard Cutter Chelan: Biggest, Costliest Coast Guard Vessel of its Era

Tomas NW7US — Tue, 23 Jun 2026 02:54:58 +0000

Take a step back in time to November 26, 1928, and take a look at what was then described as the biggest and costliest Coast Guard vessel of its era. The photograph shows the state of the art radio room aboard the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Chelan. At the time this photo was taken, she […]

GERMANY: USAGM Shortwave Operations Return to Lampertheim

Tomas NW7US — Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:08:13 +0000

Following the recent suspension of Voice of America (VOA) shortwave and medium-wave (AM) transmitters, the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM) is orchestrating a gradual return to the airwaves. Starting next week, USAGM will begin testing shortwave transmissions from the historic Lampertheim site in Hesse, Germany, which formerly served as a primary broadcasting node for […]

AmateurLogic 218: No Static At All

George W5JDX — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 17:56:27 +0000

AmateurLogic.TV Episode 218 is now available for download. Major elimination of static and noise in HF radio reception using neural networks and machine learning. Sodium ion battery tests. Hurricane season preparation. Download YouTube

Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 426

Cale K4HCK — Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:00:27 +0000

The Remarkable, but Relatively Unsung Achievement of Integrating FreeDV RADE Into FlexRadio FreeDV RADE is a voice mode that is more spectrally efficient than Single Sideband (SSB) and it’s more reliable than SSB. Zero Retries ITU corporation acquires Ameritron and Mirage RF amplifier ITU acquires two additional premier Amateur Radio and communications brands from MFJ […]

Colorado QSO Party

Bob KØNR — Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:39:19 +0000

Here is a Press Release concerning the Colorado QSO Party. Like it says below, this is our chance to Activate The State. SOTA and POTA enthusiasts, there is a page specifically for you. Bob K0NR FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Alan Higbie – K0AV...

W5XX Goes Ball Peen Mode to Break the ARRL All-Time Record

Frank K4FMH — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:56:39 +0000

Malcolm W5XX on one of his towers On Monday evening (June 15th), I was honored to be the Emcee for the Vicksburg Amateur Radio Club’s surprise program. In a previous meeting there, Malcolm Keown W5XX mentioned that he had confirmed with ARRL that he broke the all-time record for the longest continuously elected Section Manger. […]

Beyond the Sunspots: Understanding 10 Meter Propagation

Tomas NW7US — Wed, 17 Jun 2026 06:14:44 +0000

I have noticed a common theme regarding propagation on the 10 meter band. There is a wide perception that when the band goes quiet and worldwide DX dries up in June or July, the solar cycle must be diving such that the frequencies become useless. Having written the propagation column in CQ Amateur Radio magazine […]

ICQPodcast Episode 485 – World Cup Special Event Station

Colin M6BOY — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:29:00 +0000

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode's feature is World Cup 2026 Special Event Station.

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A Pileup? What It Is And How To Work One

Tomas NW7US — Sun, 14 Jun 2026 00:11:11 +0000

Welcome to the chaotic, thrilling world of the HF pileup. Whether you are the one calling CQ from a park in Nebraska or the one hunting a rare DX station, success relies on rhythm, frequency management, and a deep understanding of human behavior. Here is a proper look at how a pileup appears on a […]

Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 425

Cale K4HCK — Sat, 13 Jun 2026 12:00:20 +0000

Hamilton Auto FT8 Hear, call, exchange, complete, log — automatically. Hamilton QSO One Connect to AllStarLink and EchoLink from Windows or Android — no hardware, no soldering, no sysop headaches. More platforms coming soon. QSO One The Machine Learns to Listen The machine was doing something beyond my capability. It wasn’t just assisting me. It […]

Brain Health and Parks on the Air

Tomas NW7US — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 00:25:08 +0000

Got my N3ZN Single-Lever Paddle out of storage, along with most of my POTA station. Despite being homeless and living in the hotel for the last few months (see my personal story on my website), I am trying to keep my brain active and that includes Morse code practice. Why? Besides the health benefit, I […]

Operating W1AW/0 on Pikes Peak

Bob KØNR — Tue, 09 Jun 2026 18:06:28 +0000

In 2026, the ARRL is running a program to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States (America250). One part of this program is having designated hams activate W1AW (portable) in all 50 states. The operating is spread out over time, with a mas...

LHS Episode #619: The Weekender CXL

Russ K5TUX — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:19:01 +0000

Hello and welcome back everyone! This is episode 619 of Linux in the Ham Shack, and our 140th weekender, of the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet! This week we're sharing what we've been up to - along with with a random topic from our topic wheel and a quick trip through some hedonistic exploits! 73 de LHS Team