# Amateur Radio on The No Agenda Show Amateur Radio comes up in 56 chapters across 52 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2010 to July 2026. - **Chapters:** 56 - **Episodes:** 52 - **Discussed:** May 2010 – July 2026 - **Related topics:** [Ham Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [Morse Code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [Fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [D-star](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/d-star.md), [Qso Party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso-party.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Echolink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/echolink.md), [Hamcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamcom.md), [Repeaters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/repeaters.md), [Antennas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antennas.md) ## Chapters 1–20 of 56 ### Amateur Radio Silent Key Final Call Tribute - **Episode:** [1889: Producer's Tribute to JCD](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd.md) - **Published:** 2026-07-27 - **Time:** 6:28:15–6:30:56 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1889-producer-s-tribute-to-jcd/chapter/amateur-radio-silent-key-final-call-tribute.md A producer from the Black Mountains of North Carolina submits a recording of a "Silent Key" final call for John C. Dvorak on an amateur radio net. Using the call sign Kilo Juliet 6 Lima November Golf, the tribute follows the tradition for deceased operators. The hosts are visibly moved by the radio transmission and the "73s" sign-off. Keywords: [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), silent key, call sign, [john c dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md) ### Amateur Radio and the QSO Today Virtual Expo - **Episode:** [1365: Vaccine Poverty](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty.md) - **Published:** 2024-09-30 - **Time:** 2:04:40–2:07:03 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1365-vaccine-poverty/chapter/amateur-radio-and-the-qso-today-virtual-expo.md Eric Guth, host of the "QSO Today" podcast, donated $500 and invited listeners to the Virtual Ham Expo in August. He discussed the federated nature of amateur radio and his move toward using Mastodon for content syndication. The hosts discuss their own long-standing interest in ham radio and the importance of independent communication platforms. Keywords: [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), eric guth, qso today, [mastodon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mastodon.md) ### QRZ.com Russian Ham Radio De-platforming - **Episode:** [1432: Dry Holes](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1432-dry-holes.md) - **Published:** 2022-03-11 - **Time:** 1:05:22–1:06:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1432-dry-holes/chapter/qrz-com-russian-ham-radio-de-platforming.md The amateur radio community website QRZ.com faced backlash after temporarily removing all Russian call signs from its database. This move is criticized as a violation of the apolitical spirit of ham radio, which is intended to facilitate global communication regardless of government conflicts. The action is dismissed as a "virtue signal" that undermines the hobby's core purpose. 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The hosts sign off, reminding listeners to visit the show's website for episode 1384. Keywords: [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [tokyo](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tokyo.md), ham fair, [parody](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/parody.md), [end of show](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/end-of-show.md) ### Sexual Harassment Training, Amateur Radio License Fees - **Episode:** [1358: Media Liescape](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1358-media-liescape.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-25 - **Time:** 1:46:40–1:53:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1358-media-liescape/chapter/sexual-harassment-training-amateur-radio-license-fees.md A listener describes the "terrible" quality of mandatory California sexual harassment training. Another producer warns John C. Dvorak that the FCC is introducing a $35 fee for amateur radio license renewals, urging him to renew his expired license during the grace period. A meetup pool party is announced for Raleigh, North Carolina. Keywords: [sexual harassment training](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sexual-harassment-training.md), [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [raleigh](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/raleigh.md) ### FCC License Expiration, John C. Dvorak Amateur Radio Notice - **Episode:** [1355: Stilts and Steroids](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1355-stilts-and-steroids.md) - **Published:** 2021-06-13 - **Time:** 9:10–11:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1355-stilts-and-steroids/chapter/fcc-license-expiration-john-c-dvorak-amateur-radio-notice.md A formal notice is issued regarding the expiration of an amateur radio license under FCC regulations. The license holder is informed that as of November 2020, they are no longer authorized to operate certain equipment, though a two-year leeway period is noted. There is a suggestion to pursue a general class license to utilize more advanced radio rigs. Keywords: [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), communications act of 1934, [licensing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/licensing.md), radio operator ### Ham Radio Community and Barbecue Competitions - **Episode:** [1228: Stunning](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1228-stunning.md) - **Published:** 2020-03-29 - **Time:** 1:41:56–1:47:05 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1228-stunning/chapter/ham-radio-community-and-barbecue-competitions.md The hosts process donations from the ham radio community, noting that amateur radio operators view the current crisis as the scenario they have trained for. They also discuss the cancellation of barbecue and steak competitions, leading to a conversation about Texas-style brisket and hoarding of supplies. Keywords: fred regge, [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [reddit](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/reddit.md), [barbecue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbecue.md), [brisket](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/brisket.md), northeast texas ### No Agenda Hams, All-Star Link Network - **Episode:** [1175: Son of a Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1175-son-of-a-biden.md) - **Published:** 2019-11-28 - **Time:** 1:04:51–1:09:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1175-son-of-a-biden/chapter/no-agenda-hams-all-star-link-network.md The hosts discuss the revival of the "No Agenda Hams" amateur radio community. They are setting up an All-Star Link network based on Asterisk PBX technology, allowing listeners with inexpensive handheld radios to connect globally via internet-backhauled nodes. Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), all-star link, asterisk, [no agenda social](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda-social.md) ### Ham Radio 2.0, All-Star Node and Civility - **Episode:** [1179: Vooden Sporks](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1179-vooden-sporks.md) - **Published:** 2019-10-10 - **Time:** 1:14:07–1:22:04 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1179-vooden-sporks/chapter/ham-radio-2-0-all-star-node-and-civility.md The podcast promotes "Ham Radio 2.0," a modernized version of amateur radio utilizing All-Star nodes and Asterix voice switching technology. Unlike the "outrage culture" of Twitter, ham radio is described as a civil network requiring licensing and respectful communication. Listeners are encouraged to visit k5acc.com to learn how to participate using inexpensive equipment and digital interfaces. Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), all-star node, [k5acc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/k5acc.md), asterix, [civility](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civility.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md) ### No Agenda Ham Radio Repeater Network - **Episode:** [1174: Soros Jugend](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend.md) - **Published:** 2019-09-22 - **Time:** 5:17–9:18 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1174-soros-jugend/chapter/no-agenda-ham-radio-repeater-network.md Adam Curry announces plans to reinstate the No Agenda hams network, specifically monitoring Reflector 33 Charlie on D-Star. He proposes building a robust repeater-to-repeater network that does not rely on the internet backbone. The discussion covers the accessibility of amateur radio, the low cost of Chinese Baofeng radios, and the potential for a community CubeSat to ensure communication during infrastructure failures. Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [d-star](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/d-star.md), [repeaters](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/repeaters.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), cubesat ### Producer Notes, AV Rentals and Family Health - **Episode:** [1111: Eleven Eleven](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven.md) - **Published:** 2019-02-11 - **Time:** 1:10:20–1:14:16 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1111-eleven-eleven/chapter/producer-notes-av-rentals-and-family-health.md Jordan Goodfellow donated $1,111.11 to promote his AV rental website, GigRent.com. Another anonymous donor shared a personal story about welcoming twins with a genetic condition linked to autism, noting that the podcast provides a sense of calm during stressful times. The hosts observe that their audience includes a high concentration of teachers, engineers, and members of the intelligence community. Keywords: gigrent.com, [autism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/autism.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [nra](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nra.md), [eagle scouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-scouts.md) ### Associate Executive Producer Credits, Birthday Announcements, Knighting Ceremony - **Episode:** [1052: Proof Trump is Broke](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1052-proof-trump-is-broke.md) - **Published:** 2018-07-22 - **Time:** 2:25:16–2:46:29 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1052-proof-trump-is-broke/chapter/associate-executive-producer-credits-birthday-announcements-knighting-ceremony.md A lengthy segment acknowledges various donations and provides "de-douching" for first-time contributors. A mail carrier's note explains the financial struggles of the US Postal Service due to the 2006 Postal Accountability and Enhancement Act. The segment culminates in a formal knighting ceremony for several producers, including Sir Malinowski and Sir Dingus of the Burning River, who join the "Round Table." Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [postal service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/postal-service.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [round table](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/round-table.md) ### Ham Radio and North Korean Number Stations - **Episode:** [1038: End of an Era](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1038-end-of-an-era.md) - **Published:** 2018-06-06 - **Time:** 1:51:36–1:54:41 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1038-end-of-an-era/chapter/ham-radio-and-north-korean-number-stations.md The hosts, both licensed amateur radio operators, discuss the role of "hams" as a public service network of last resort during disasters. They play a clip from a North Korean number station known as "The Parrot," which broadcasts coded messages over shortwave radio. The segment explains the technical background of number stations and the hosts' own history with radio licensing and emergency preparedness. Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [number station](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/number-station.md), the parrot, [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [emergency communications](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/emergency-communications.md) ### Swarm Technologies, Unauthorized Satellite Launch - **Episode:** [1036: Braking Algos](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1036-braking-algos.md) - **Published:** 2018-05-25 - **Time:** 2:26:48–2:28:49 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1036-braking-algos/chapter/swarm-technologies-unauthorized-satellite-launch.md A startup called Swarm Technologies launched four tiny "Space Bee" satellites for internet connectivity despite being denied a license by the FCC. The agency, which oversees satellite broadcasts and launches, is investigating the unauthorized deployment, which was tracked by amateur radio operators. Keywords: swarm technologies, [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), space bees, [satellites](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/satellites.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md) ### Ham Radio Pager Networks, POCSAG Protocol - **Episode:** [1022: LibJoe](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1022-libjoe.md) - **Published:** 2018-04-05 - **Time:** 1:45:39–1:48:14 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1022-libjoe/chapter/ham-radio-pager-networks-pocsag-protocol.md Adam Curry explores the use of the POCSAG protocol by the amateur radio community to build independent pager networks. He suggests that licensed hams could create a two-way messaging mesh network using high-wattage transmitters to bypass commercial infrastructure. The hosts joke about the potential to monetize such a network through subscriptions. Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), pocsag, [pager](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/pager.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [mesh network](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mesh-network.md) ### Ham Radio Podcasts and Chat Room Value - **Episode:** [985: Clip Job](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/985-clip-job.md) - **Published:** 2017-11-26 - **Time:** 2:34:58–2:36:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/985-clip-job/chapter/ham-radio-podcasts-and-chat-room-value.md Adam Curry discusses his passion for high-frequency radio and his disappointment with existing ham radio podcasts, which he finds boring and self-indulgent. He credits the No Agenda chat room for providing valuable real-time feedback that keeps the show from becoming similarly stagnant. Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [podcasts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcasts.md), [chat room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chat-room.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [ham nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-nation.md) ### Ham Radio and North Korean Number Stations - **Episode:** [922: Gut Punch](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/922-gut-punch.md) - **Published:** 2017-04-20 - **Time:** 2:42:47–2:45:02 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/922-gut-punch/chapter/ham-radio-and-north-korean-number-stations.md The hosts, both licensed amateur radio operators, discuss the role of "hams" as a public service network of last resort. They play a recording of a North Korean "number station" known as "The Parrot," which broadcasts coded messages over shortwave radio. 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