# Ham Nation on The No Agenda Show

Ham Nation comes up in 10 chapters across 10 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2013 to October 2024.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 10
- **Discussed:** March 2013 – October 2024
- **Related topics:** [Ham Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [Icom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icom.md), [Amateur Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [Air National Guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-national-guard.md), [Aprs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aprs.md), [Asheville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asheville.md), [Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [Boy Scouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts.md), [Chat Room](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chat-room.md), [Childhood Obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### Hurricane Helene Recovery, Ham Radio Emergency Networks

- **Episode:** [1700: Turban Tossing](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing.md)
- **Published:** 2024-10-03
- **Time:** 11:36–15:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1700-turban-tossing/chapter/hurricane-helene-recovery-ham-radio-emergency-networks.md

Reports from the Asheville area and northwest Tennessee highlight the destruction of local businesses, including the OP Way factory. The hosts discuss the lack of federal Title 10 activation and the role of the National Guard in the recovery efforts. They praise the performance of ham radio operators and private citizens using drones and helicopters to deliver insulin and supplies when government response faltered.

Keywords: [hurricane helene](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hurricane-helene.md), [asheville](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asheville.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [national guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-guard.md), [title 10](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/title-10.md), samaritan's purse

### Peerage Ceremony and Gitmo National Anthem Remixes

- **Episode:** [1497: Bug Peeps](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1497-bug-peeps.md)
- **Published:** 2022-10-23
- **Time:** 2:53:08–3:00:13
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1497-bug-peeps/chapter/peerage-ceremony-and-gitmo-national-anthem-remixes.md

A formal knighthood ceremony is held for Sir Patrick, Knight of the 30 Meter Band, and Dame Tamios of Bricky Hill. The ceremony includes the traditional reading of the "Hookers and Blow" list and a discussion of Dutch treats like stroopwafels. Additionally, the hosts play new musical versions of the "Gitmo National Anthem," including a rock version and a classical piano rendition by Millennial Mel.

Keywords: [knighthood](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighthood.md), [peerage](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/peerage.md), [stroopwafels](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stroopwafels.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [national anthem](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-anthem.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, Dvorak's Influence on Leo Laporte

- **Episode:** [770: Mighty Men of Valor](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/770-mighty-men-of-valor.md)
- **Published:** 2015-11-01
- **Time:** 1:59:04–2:02:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/770-mighty-men-of-valor/chapter/ham-radio-dvorak-s-influence-on-leo-laporte.md

John C. Dvorak (K6LNG) claims he is responsible for the creation of the "Ham Nation" podcast, asserting that his own entry into ham radio incited Leo Laporte to do the same. Adam Curry criticizes "Ham Nation" as a boring show sponsored by ICOM that focuses on "old white dudes." The hosts exchange "73s" and discuss the terminology of "lids" (poor radio operators).

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [leo laporte](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/leo-laporte.md), [ham nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-nation.md), [icom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icom.md), k6lng

### Military and Tech Sector Support, Salt Lake City Meetup

- **Episode:** [760: VAWG](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/760-vawg.md)
- **Published:** 2015-09-27
- **Time:** 1:04:10–1:09:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/760-vawg/chapter/military-and-tech-sector-support-salt-lake-city-meetup.md

Producers from the Air National Guard and the financial sector contribute to the show, with one listener crediting "pipeline theory" for landing a job at Goldman Sachs. Adam Curry recounts meeting listeners at the Salt Lake City event, including those from the LDS community. The segment reinforces the diverse professional backgrounds of the "No Agenda" producer base.

Keywords: [air national guard](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/air-national-guard.md), [goldman sachs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/goldman-sachs.md), [salt lake city](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/salt-lake-city.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), hampton roads

### Ham Radio Community and Ham Nation

- **Episode:** [725: Cricket Flour](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour.md)
- **Published:** 2015-05-30
- **Time:** 1:57:46–2:03:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/725-cricket-flour/chapter/ham-radio-community-and-ham-nation.md

The hosts discuss the growing interest in ham radio among the audience, noting that many listeners are obtaining their licenses. One host checked into the "Ham Nation" after-show net on a digital reflector. While the show "Ham Nation" is praised for its technical content, it is noted that the program is heavily influenced by its sponsor, Icom.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), bob hile, [d-star](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/d-star.md), [icom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icom.md), [ham nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-nation.md)

### National Awareness Months, Prepper Month, Ham Radio

- **Episode:** [648: Centrifuge Him!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/648-centrifuge-him.md)
- **Published:** 2014-08-31
- **Time:** 1:28:29–1:31:22
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/648-centrifuge-him/chapter/national-awareness-months-prepper-month-ham-radio.md

The hosts review various presidential proclamations for September, including National Wilderness Month, Childhood Obesity Awareness Month, and National Preparedness Month. They joke about the conflicting "awareness" campaigns and encourage listeners to get their ham radio licenses as part of being prepared for emergencies.

Keywords: [labor day](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/labor-day.md), [childhood obesity](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/childhood-obesity.md), [ovarian cancer](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ovarian-cancer.md), [national preparedness month](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-preparedness-month.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [boy scouts](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/boy-scouts.md)

### Knighting Ceremony, National Weather Service Alerts

- **Episode:** [561: Neuroelasticity](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/561-neuroelasticity.md)
- **Published:** 2013-10-31
- **Time:** 2:16:13–2:19:29
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/561-neuroelasticity/chapter/knighting-ceremony-national-weather-service-alerts.md

A formal knighting ceremony is conducted for several producers, including the Julian brothers and Wilbert Raps. The segment transitions into a discussion about a new handheld ham radio with APRS and National Weather Service alert capabilities, which proved useful during recent heavy flooding in Austin, Texas.

Keywords: [knighting](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/knighting.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [aprs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/aprs.md), [national weather service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-weather-service.md), [austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/austin.md), [flooding](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flooding.md)

### Yankee Doodle Macaroni, Velveeta Ham Radio Commercials

- **Episode:** [556: Vape like a Ninja](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/556-vape-like-a-ninja.md)
- **Published:** 2013-10-13
- **Time:** 9:26–12:46
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/556-vape-like-a-ninja/chapter/yankee-doodle-macaroni-velveeta-ham-radio-commercials.md

The hosts discuss the historical meaning of the word "macaroni" in the song Yankee Doodle, noting it was 18th-century slang for something ultra-fashionable or "cool." This leads to a discussion about the recurring Velveeta "Ham Radio Guy" commercial and Adam Curry's recent voiceover audition for a National Geographic reality show titled "Sheer Madness" about sheep farming.

Keywords: yankee doodle, macaroni, [velveeta](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/velveeta.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [voiceover](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/voiceover.md), [national geographic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/national-geographic.md)

### Ham Radio Culture, Morse Code and Ham Nation

- **Episode:** [500: Codeword Austin](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/500-codeword-austin.md)
- **Published:** 2013-03-31
- **Time:** 1:16:43–1:18:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/500-codeword-austin/chapter/ham-radio-culture-morse-code-and-ham-nation.md

The hosts discuss their experiences with amateur radio, mentioning the "slow fist" of Morse code operators and the demographics of the hobby. They criticize the show "Ham Nation" for being overly commercialized and sponsored by Icom, contrasting it with their own listener-supported model.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [ham nation](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-nation.md), [icom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icom.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), slow fist

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