Tonight we catch up with Sebastian from Ham2K to talk about his Logging software called PoLo. Website link with all info - https://polo.ham2k.com/#td-block-1 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

Discover the Retevis MA1 Dual Band Ham Radio in action! In this video, we dive into the user-friendly menu system and perform a detailed power test to showcase its impressive 50W UHF/VHF performance. Learn how to navigate the detachable front panel, explore key features like cross-band repeater and multi-band reception, and see real-world power out…

On tonight's livestream we will be adding the ability to connect to my Allstar server via DVswitch, a smartphone app. Plus we will check the Echolink connection, I know that some people have had issues with it recently, so we will make sure everything is running correctly. Join the Allstar server at 43136 Become a supporter of this podcast: https:/…

Join me for another exciting Parks on the Air (POTA) activation at Galveston Island State Park! Watch as I set up the compact TX-500 Ham Radio from Lab599 paired with a powerful DIY-500 amplifier for seamless QRP operations. Learn tips for portable ham radio setups, antenna deployment, and making contacts in this scenic Texas park. Perfect for amat…

REPLAY of a special event Livestream on June 12th for the next installment of Let's Make a Deal! Bring your offers and ideas for anything you want to purchase from the Gigaparts website and make an offer - if it gets accepted, it will be open for everyone, until sold out. No rain checks, first come, first serve - hope to see you there! Website - ht…

Discover the shocking story of the FCC fining a CB operator $25,000 for willful interference on the CB radio band! In this video, we dive into the details of the case, explore the regulations surrounding CB radio use, and discuss what this means for operators. Stay informed about FCC enforcement and CB radio best practices. Watch now! #CBRadio #FCC…

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Discover the new Wouxun KG-UV9DX, a budget-friendly radio from BetterSafeRadio! In this video, we dive into its powerful features, including dual-band scanning, 999 channels, and SHTF pre-programming, perfect for preppers, families, and outdoor enthusiasts. Learn why this affordable, high-performance radio is a game-changer for emergency comms and …

Discover the brand-new Wouxun KG-UV9PX Plus, the ultimate dual-band handheld HAM radio, now available at BetterSafeRadio.com! This YouTube video showcases the enhanced features, pre-programmed channels, and powerful 7W performance of this SHTF-ready transceiver. Perfect for HAM enthusiasts, preppers, and EmComm groups, the KG-UV9PX Plus offers true…

Discover the latest World Radio League software updates unveiled at Dayton Hamvention 2025! Our exclusive YouTube interview dives into new features, enhanced band condition tracking with real-time A, K, and SFI metrics, and more. Perfect for amateur radio enthusiasts eager to stay ahead with cutting-edge tools. Watch now to explore how WRL is revol…

Audio rip of my Livestream giveaway in May of 2025 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

Discover the essential 7 steps to kickstart your ham radio journey after getting your first license! From setting up your radio to joining local clubs, this video guides beginners through practical tips to confidently start operating. Perfect for new ham radio enthusiasts looking to dive into the hobby! #HamRadio #AmateurRadio #BeginnerTips 7 Thing…

Discover high-performance custom batteries by W0AEZ for Kenwood TH-D75 and Yaesu FT5D radios. With up to 5Ah capacity and USB-C charging, these USA-made, long-lasting batteries offer extended run time of up to 34 hours. Perfectly designed for a secure fit, they enhance your radio experience with reliable power and durability. Ideal for amateur radi…

Discover the latest innovations from Zum Radio unveiled at Dayton Hamvention 2025! In this video, we explore cutting-edge amateur radio devices, showcasing their features, performance, and why they’re a game-changer for ham radio enthusiasts. From advanced transceivers to portable antennas, get the full scoop on Zum Radio’s newest gear. Subscribe f…

Discover the latest Ground Independent mobile antennas from Comet Antennas, showcased at Dayton Hamvention 2025! In this video, explore cutting-edge designs offering superior performance for amateur radio enthusiasts. Learn about their innovative features, easy installation, and compatibility with VHF/UHF bands. Perfect for mobile ham radio setups,…

Dive into our YouTube video comparing the Yaesu FTX-1 Field and FTX-1 Optima radios, unveiled at Dayton Hamvention 2025! Explore the compact FTX-1 Field, a 6W QRP SDR transceiver perfect for portable SOTA/POTA with a 6400mAh battery, versus the FTX-1 Optima, a 100W powerhouse with a built-in tuner for base station and field use. Discover their SDR …

Ham Radio Happy Hour for Memorial Day, 2025 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

Experience the groundbreaking FlexRadio Aurora Series in this YouTube video from Dayton Hamvention 2025! Unveiling the world’s first fully integrated 500W HF/6m SDR transceiver, the Aurora delivers 500W on HF and 200W on 6m with up to 90% efficiency using Polar Modulation. Discover its compact 18-pound design, built-in tuner, and SmartSDR integrati…

Check out the new Buddipole PowerPro MPPT Solar Charge Controller in this YouTube video! Designed for ham radio and off-grid enthusiasts, this innovative DC power management system features a 150W MPPT solar charger, automatic DC/battery switching, and a vibrant LCD display for real-time monitoring. Perfect for portable solar setups, it supports Le…

Discover the latest portable antennas from Alpha Antenna in this exciting YouTube video! Explore innovative designs like the SS34+ Vertical VHF HF Antenna with a 34.5-foot telescopic whip, perfect for ham radio enthusiasts, emergency communications, and portable operations. Learn about their compact, lightweight, and tuner-free features, ideal for …

Discover the Yaesu FTX-1 Optima, unveiled at Dayton Hamvention 2025! This cutting-edge 100W HF/6M/2M/70CM all-mode transceiver blends portable QRP flexibility with powerful base station performance. Explore its modular design, 4.3" touchscreen, dual-band C4FM, and advanced SDR technology in our in-depth YouTube video. Perfect for ham radio enthusia…

We catch up with Kenwood at Dayton Hamvention of 2025 to find further details about the radio, and get a first look at a WORKING model! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

Livestream from Hamvention 2025 - First look at the Yaesu FTX-1 Field Radio Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

Live from the campsite at Hamvention 2025 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

Check out our detailed YouTube review of the Retevis MB3A Dual-Mode AM/FM CB Radio! Discover its compact design, 40-channel flexibility, and powerful features like automatic noise limiter, VOX hands-free, and instant emergency channels 9/19. Ideal for truckers and outdoor enthusiasts, this long-range CB radio offers clear sound, 12/24V compatibilit…

Discover the Wouxun KG-XS20H Tri-Band Mobile Amateur Radio in our in-depth YouTube video! Explore its powerful features, including 2m/1.25m/70cm band coverage, 999 programmable channels, dual-channel display, and NOAA weather mode. Perfect for ham radio enthusiasts, this compact, versatile transceiver delivers up to 20W output, cross-band repeat, a…

Planning Livestream that took place the weekend before Hamvention 2025 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

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On my birthday this year, I traveled to a nearby Park and activated the Park on 12-meter FT8. I love working the 12-meter band when it is open, which is not often. Equipment used in this video: ICOM IC-705 - https://amzn.to/3Zbg5av Tarheel Little Pro HP - https://tarheeldesigns.com/portable-antennas M&P Coax - https://hr2.li/cables Become a support…

Seeed Studios Sensecap T1000-E is a great pocket-carry Meshtastic device that I have been using for a few months. Let's take a look at this today. Link - https://www.seeedstudio.com/SenseCAP-Card-Tracker-T1000-E-for-LoRaWAN-p-6408.html?sensecap_affiliate=q7PhJN2&referring_service=link Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/pod…

Replay of the April Giveaway Livestream Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

Newly released updates for the Yaesu FTX-1 Radio show it comes in 2 versions, a QRP Field radio and a 100w radio. My guess is that we will see this by Hamvention 2025. Today's video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - save 20% off of all of their courses with code JASON20 here - https://hamradioprep.com/ Link - https://hr2.li/8a5vh Become a supporter …

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Lab599 has shared pictures of a new HF/VHF/UHF radio, but is is vaporware? The TX-500MP still hasn't been released, so I am curious about this new model. Today's video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - save 20% off of all of their courses with code JASON20 at this link - https://hamradioprep.com/ Links - PileupDX - https://pileupdx.com/product-categ…

Do only Ham Radio Operators care about FCC Regulations? Do other groups care about regulations of their spectrum of radio? Let's take a look today at a discussion about using Ham Radio without a license. Today's video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - save 20% off of their courses with code JASON20 at this link - https://hamradioprep.com Heavy Metal…

Who is your favorite Ham Radio YouTube Creator? I found this article and I thought it had some very good insight, and I would like to know what I can do better to grow my own channel and become more relevant in the Ham Radio YouTube space. Comment below! Today's Video is sponsored by M&P Coax - Save 10% off of all of their items with code HR2CABLES…

Tonight we are setting up the LiNK500 device on the Lab599 TX-500 QRP Radio. This device interfaces with the radio, PA-500 Amplifier, and BATT500 external battery. Check out more at the QRP Store station: https://theqrpstore.com/product/theqrpstation-4j/ PA500: https://theqrpstore.com/product/pa500-4j/ LINK500: https://theqrpstore.com/product/link5…

The Redodo 140AH Battery is a Group 31 sized battery that has the same dimensions as its 100AH partner. Today I run a capacity draw on the battery and demonstrate the low-temp cut-off for charging. You can save 6% on Redodo every day with code HAMRADIO - https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D Until May 31st, 2025, save an 8% discount with code H…

Why was the Yaesu FT-857D discontinued? This was a good discussion that I found on reddit. This video is sponsored by M&P Coax - save 10% off of all of their items with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://hr2.li/cables Link to article - https://www.reddit.com/r/amateurradio/comments/1jv6w8q/why_was_the_yaesu_ft857d_discontinued/ Become a supporte…

The M1KE from SharkRF now has the ability to connect to Allstar. No longer just a digital voice device. Link to this device - https://www.sharkrf.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

Ham Radio Happy Hour for April 2025 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

I made a video with John Kruk from Yaesu about the latest info we have on the FTX-1F new QRP Radio, and that video got lots of really good comments, so I wanted to respond to some of them. This video is sponsored by Ham.Live - bring your Net to the next level with this free, web-based tool - https://www.ham.live/views/intro Link to article - https:…

The Redodo 140AH Battery is a Group 31 sized battery that has the same dimensions as its 100AH partner. Today I run a capacity draw on the battery and demonstrate the low-temp cut-off for charging. You can save 6% on Redodo every day with code HAMRADIO - https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D Until May 31st, 2025, save an 8% discount with code H…

Tonight we are going to build a kit from WB2CBA and W5BAA Find info about the kit here - https://github.com/WB2CBA/DX-FT8-FT8-MULTIBAND-TABLET-TRANSCEIVER 2nd board - https://www.digikey.com/en/products/detail/stmicroelectronics/STM32F746GDISCO/5267791 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/suppo…

I got to tour through R&L Electronics when I was in Ohio earlier this year. Let's take a look at their retail store. Remember to check their daily sales at this link - https://www2.randl.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

I found this new antenna bag on Amazon, and it is a new concept for antennas, but not for tools. Why has no one thought of this? Hammotop Bag - https://amzn.to/3YgxoX5 Gabil Bag - https://amzn.to/3GaAk1h Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.…

The March Giveaway is happening tonight - we are giving away an ICOM IC-7300 radio. I will have a few smaller giveaways during the stream also. I am very excited to welcome Brandon, N4BKC, from @Battlbox onto this stream. I've been wanting to catch up with Brandon for a while and he happened to be available tonight, so we're going to make this an e…

The Epoch Power 460AH Battery provides a complete power solution for my mobile Ham Radio Comms. Let's take a look... Epoch Batteries - https://www.epochbatteries.com/?rfsn=8394759.119c11 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.By Jason Johnston - KC5HWB

After one of my recent videos regarding Ham Radio Nets on the HF bands, I had a comment that was not in favor of POTA operators, and I wanted to share my thoughts with you about this subject. Which is better for YOU? POTA or checking into HF Nets? Are you a Net Control Operator for a Net? What are your thoughts? Comment below... Today's video is sp…

This will be my 4th year at the Moore Expo in Springfield, MO. This is an Overlanding event and we have had a growing Ham Radio presence at this event each year. This year I get to interview Chris Holloway, the founder of the event, and talk about plans for 2025. Stop by and join us! If you have the chance to attend the Moore Expo, I recommend it! …