# Hamcom on The No Agenda Show Hamcom comes up in 7 chapters across 4 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2014 to June 2015. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 4 - **Discussed:** May 2014 – June 2015 - **Related topics:** [Amateur Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [Adam Curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [Antennas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antennas.md), [Arrl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arrl.md), [Australia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/australia.md), [Barbecue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbecue.md), [Civil Service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-service.md), [Dallas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dallas.md), [Donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md), [Flea Market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flea-market.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### Barbecue Competition, HamCom 2015 - **Episode:** [729: About Face!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/729-about-face.md) - **Published:** 2015-06-11 - **Time:** 57:20–59:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/729-about-face/chapter/barbecue-competition-hamcom-2015.md A donor shared his experience in competitive barbecue, leading to a discussion on the technical difficulty of removing the membrane from ribs. One of the hosts announced plans to attend HamCom in Irving, Texas, a major amateur radio convention. The event will feature prominent figures in the ham radio community, including K1ZZ. Keywords: [barbecue](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/barbecue.md), rib cooking, [hamcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamcom.md), irving texas, [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), k1zz ### HamCom 2015, New Baronets and Knights - **Episode:** [729: About Face!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/729-about-face.md) - **Published:** 2015-06-11 - **Time:** 2:16:16–2:19:25 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/729-about-face/chapter/hamcom-2015-new-baronets-and-knights.md The hosts announced the creation of new titles, including the Baronet of Barkway and Sir Evergreen. Listeners who reach these levels receive certificates and signet rings, which many have begun sharing on social media. One host will be reporting from HamCom, a major amateur radio event, for the upcoming Sunday episode. Keywords: [hamcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamcom.md), baronet of barkway, sir evergreen, [signet rings](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/signet-rings.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [donations](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/donations.md) ### No Agenda Listener Feedback, HamCom Convention and Dallas Storms - **Episode:** [626: Preemptive Prosecution](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/626-preemptive-prosecution.md) - **Published:** 2014-06-15 - **Time:** 3:24–6:36 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/626-preemptive-prosecution/chapter/no-agenda-listener-feedback-hamcom-convention-and-dallas-storms.md A report from the HamCom amateur radio convention in Plano, Texas, describes the gathering of radio enthusiasts and "preppers" following a drive through severe weather. Tornado warnings in Austin and heavy storms in Dallas provided a backdrop for the trip, which involved monitoring Skywarn teams and amateur radio bands. Listener feedback regarding the "depressing" nature of current news cycles is addressed, emphasizing the show's goal of providing enlightenment through media analysis rather than despair. Keywords: [hamcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamcom.md), plano texas, [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), skywarn, tornado warnings ### HamCom Convention Report, Amateur Radio Culture and Emergency Services - **Episode:** [626: Preemptive Prosecution](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/626-preemptive-prosecution.md) - **Published:** 2014-06-15 - **Time:** 22:02–29:59 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/626-preemptive-prosecution/chapter/hamcom-convention-report-amateur-radio-culture-and-emergency-services.md Observations from the HamCom convention in Plano highlight the cultural divide between traditional amateur radio operators and modern technical enthusiasts. A significant portion of the attendees are described as "professional preppers" who justify the hobby through potential emergency service, though the ARRL has recently moved to reclassify the hobby as "civil service." The segment details the social dynamics of the convention, including the lack of recognition for the hosts among the general ham population. Keywords: [hamcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamcom.md), [arrl](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/arrl.md), emergency service, [civil service](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/civil-service.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md) ### HamCom Plano, Adam Curry Amateur Radio Trip - **Episode:** [625: Touching the Stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/625-touching-the-stick.md) - **Published:** 2014-06-12 - **Time:** 43:21–44:54 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/625-touching-the-stick/chapter/hamcom-plano-adam-curry-amateur-radio-trip.md Adam Curry prepares for a trip to Plano, Texas, to attend HamCom, a major amateur radio convention. He describes his truck's antenna setup for 20-meter and 40-meter bands and his plans to visit the event's famous flea market. The trip involves a three-and-a-half-hour drive from Austin and an overnight stay to catch the early morning sessions. Keywords: [hamcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamcom.md), [plano](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/plano.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [flea market](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/flea-market.md), [antennas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antennas.md), [texas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/texas.md) ### No Agenda Outro, Halloween 3 and Sign-off - **Episode:** [625: Touching the Stick](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/625-touching-the-stick.md) - **Published:** 2014-06-12 - **Time:** 3:08:56–3:12:10 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/625-touching-the-stick/chapter/no-agenda-outro-halloween-3-and-sign-off.md The hosts conclude episode 625 with a reference to the movie "Halloween 3" and a final plea for listener support. Adam Curry prepares to depart for HamCom in Plano, while John C. Dvorak signs off from Northern Silicon Valley. They promise to return on Sunday with a full report on the amateur radio convention and more media analysis. Keywords: [adam curry](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/adam-curry.md), [john c. dvorak](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/john-c-dvorak.md), [hamcom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hamcom.md), [sign-off](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sign-off.md), [podcast outro](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/podcast-outro.md) ### No Agenda Road Show and Future Travel Plans - **Episode:** [619: Droves of Jihadis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/619-droves-of-jihadis.md) - **Published:** 2014-05-26 - **Time:** 1:15:51–1:18:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/619-droves-of-jihadis/chapter/no-agenda-road-show-and-future-travel-plans.md Adam Curry expresses a desire to take the No Agenda show on the road more frequently, mentioning potential invites to Australia, Singapore, and Shanghai. John C. Dvorak plans to attend HamCom in Dallas in June. 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