# Morse Code on The No Agenda Show

Morse Code comes up in 30 chapters across 28 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from May 2010 to January 2024.

- **Chapters:** 30
- **Episodes:** 28
- **Discussed:** May 2010 – January 2024
- **Related topics:** [Ham Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [Amateur Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [Echolink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/echolink.md), [Cw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cw.md), [Fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [Icom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icom.md), [Qso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso.md), [Qso Party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso-party.md), [8888](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/8888.md), [Al Franken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-franken.md)

## Chapters 1–20 of 30

### CW Life, Morse Code and Wire Antennas

- **Episode:** [1626: Dingbat](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat.md)
- **Published:** 2024-01-18
- **Time:** 2:25:57–2:28:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1626-dingbat/chapter/cw-life-morse-code-and-wire-antennas.md

A discussion of the book "The CW Life" by Chris Rutkowski leads to a conversation about the merits of Morse code and wire antennas. The hosts express a preference for simple wire setups over complex beam rotators. They joke about the "riveting" nature of ham radio talk and its effect on the live stream's listener count.

Keywords: [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [cw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cw.md), [antennas](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/antennas.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), chris rutkowski

### Sir Jonathan, Double-Bladed Paddle Ham

- **Episode:** [1175: Son of a Biden](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1175-son-of-a-biden.md)
- **Published:** 2019-11-28
- **Time:** 2:29:37–2:31:56
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/1175-son-of-a-biden/chapter/sir-jonathan-double-bladed-paddle-ham.md

Sir Jonathan of the Double-Bladed Paddle, a ham radio operator (Kilo Echo Zero India Hotel Tango), is recognized for his $73.73 donation. The hosts discuss the skill required for high-speed Morse code (CW) using double-bladed paddles, noting the need for daily practice.

Keywords: [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [cw](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cw.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [nevada](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nevada.md), [wisconsin](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/wisconsin.md)

### College Millennial, Ham Radio and Generation Future

- **Episode:** [876: Election Special](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/876-election-special.md)
- **Published:** 2016-11-10
- **Time:** 2:09:08–2:11:32
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/876-election-special/chapter/college-millennial-ham-radio-and-generation-future.md

Samuel Smith, a college-aged millennial from Columbia, Georgia, donates $200. He expresses concern for his generation's lack of awareness and discusses his interest in ham radio and Morse code (CW). The hosts encourage him to stay clued in and thank him for his contribution.

Keywords: samuel smith, [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [millennial](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/millennial.md), columbia georgia

### NCIS Television Propaganda and Morse Code

- **Episode:** [723: Axe Man](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/723-axe-man.md)
- **Published:** 2015-05-25
- **Time:** 18:55–21:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/723-axe-man/chapter/ncis-television-propaganda-and-morse-code.md

The television show NCIS is characterized as a government propaganda machine, specifically citing a season finale involving American children radicalized by a cult. The plot features characters being lured into a trap in Syria and the use of a "crude version" of Morse code. The segment mocks the unrealistic depiction of terrorist communication methods in mainstream media.

Keywords: [ncis](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ncis.md), government propaganda, [syria](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/syria.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [television tropes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/television-tropes.md)

### Waze Traffic Issues and Morse Code Retirement

- **Episode:** [720: Pollen Tsunami](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/720-pollen-tsunami.md)
- **Published:** 2015-05-10
- **Time:** 2:46:39–2:50:51
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/720-pollen-tsunami/chapter/waze-traffic-issues-and-morse-code-retirement.md

The navigation app Waze is causing friction in Los Angeles neighborhoods by redirecting heavy traffic through quiet backstreets. In military news, Fort Huachuca in Arizona announced it will no longer teach Morse code, marking the end of an era for traditional signal training. The show concludes with a reminder of the upcoming Thursday broadcast and a final "fist bump" sign-off.

Keywords: [waze](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/waze.md), [google maps](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/google-maps.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [fort huachuca](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fort-huachuca.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md)

### FCC Net Neutrality Vote and Title II Reclassification

- **Episode:** [700: Bidentification](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/700-bidentification.md)
- **Published:** 2015-03-04
- **Time:** 2:55:55–3:00:49
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/700-bidentification/chapter/fcc-net-neutrality-vote-and-title-ii-reclassification.md

The FCC votes 3-2 to reclassify broadband internet as a common carrier service under Title II. The hosts critique the lack of a public document at the time of the vote and Verizon's response in Morse code. They suggest the move is a "scam" that will primarily benefit Google and lead to years of litigation.

Keywords: [net neutrality](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/net-neutrality.md), [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.md), [title ii](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/title-ii.md), [tom wheeler](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/tom-wheeler.md), [al franken](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/al-franken.md), [verizon](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/verizon.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md)

### No Agenda QSO Party 2015, Ham Radio and Contributor Points

- **Episode:** [687: Cyber Caliphate](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-15
- **Time:** 1:16:46–1:19:50
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/687-cyber-caliphate/chapter/no-agenda-qso-party-2015-ham-radio-and-contributor-points.md

The No Agenda QSO Party 2015 is announced for January 30th through February 1st, encouraging ham radio operators to connect and share their contributor status. Participants earn points based on the rank of the person they contact, with "Creators" Adam and John worth the most points. The hosts discuss the rules for signal reports and the inclusion of various titles like Knight, Baron, and Duke in the Morse code exchanges.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [qso party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso-party.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [no agenda](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/no-agenda.md)

### Asus Phone Tease, Morse Code, Ham Radio

- **Episode:** [684: Polymorphic Analysis](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/684-polymorphic-analysis.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-04
- **Time:** 2:34:19–2:36:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/684-polymorphic-analysis/chapter/asus-phone-tease-morse-code-ham-radio.md

A new Asus phone advertisement is noted for using Morse code to tease an "optical zoom" feature. The hosts find it unusual to use such a niche communication method for a mass-market product. This leads to a brief update on ham radio conditions and a successful long-distance "sideband" transmission to Honolulu.

Keywords: [asus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/asus.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), optical zoom, [marketing](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/marketing.md)

### Amateur Radio, No Agenda QSO Party

- **Episode:** [678: Sir London Foley Presents](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/678-sir-london-foley-presents.md)
- **Published:** 2014-12-14
- **Time:** 54:09–58:07
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/678-sir-london-foley-presents/chapter/amateur-radio-no-agenda-qso-party.md

Sir Otaku announced the first annual No Agenda Show QSO Party, an amateur radio event scheduled for late January. Participants earn points for making radio contacts with other producers, knights, and dames, with bonus points awarded for specific modes like Morse code. The event aims to foster community among "geeky" listeners and radio enthusiasts.

Keywords: [qso party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso-party.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [sir otaku](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-otaku.md)

### International Listeners and Ham Radio Diplomacy

- **Episode:** [609: Johnson's Johnson, Jump!](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/609-johnson-s-johnson-jump.md)
- **Published:** 2014-04-17
- **Time:** 1:04:15–1:06:01
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/609-johnson-s-johnson-jump/chapter/international-listeners-and-ham-radio-diplomacy.md

The hosts read a letter from a listener in Russia who uses the podcast to practice English. This leads to a discussion about ham radio (amateur radio), where one host describes communicating with operators in Cuba, Ukraine, and Russia via Morse code and sideband, suggesting that "hams" could run the world more peacefully.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [russia](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/russia.md), [cuba](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/cuba.md), [ukraine](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ukraine.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md)

### Transcription Limits and Morse Code Superiority

- **Episode:** [605: "Biostitutes"](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/605-quot-biostitutes-quot.md)
- **Published:** 2014-04-03
- **Time:** 2:25:58–2:28:38
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/605-quot-biostitutes-quot/chapter/transcription-limits-and-morse-code-superiority.md

The hosts discuss the limitations of AI transcription and OCR, noting that computers still cannot match the human ear for decoding Morse code over fading high-frequency (HF) radio signals. They argue that humans are "amazing machines" capable of reading damaged text or signals that would baffle a program like IBM's Watson.

Keywords: [transcription](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/transcription.md), ocr, [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [ibm watson](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ibm-watson.md), [hf radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hf-radio.md), human ear

### Ham Radio, Morse Code and FBI Equipment Tenders

- **Episode:** [520: Kale Donuts](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/520-kale-donuts.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-09
- **Time:** 2:32:59–2:35:10
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/520-kale-donuts/chapter/ham-radio-morse-code-and-fbi-equipment-tenders.md

Adam Curry discusses his interest in ham radio and Morse code. He highlights a recent FBI tender (RFP) for a wide range of amateur radio equipment, jokingly suggesting the bureau is building a lab specifically to monitor his efforts to make Morse code popular again.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [rfp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/rfp.md), [icom](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/icom.md)

### Museum Ships Weekend 2013, Ham Radio Operations

- **Episode:** [518: Hot Scene](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/518-hot-scene.md)
- **Published:** 2013-06-02
- **Time:** 38:51–41:28
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/518-hot-scene/chapter/museum-ships-weekend-2013-ham-radio-operations.md

The Museum Ships Weekend 2013 event allows amateur radio operators to contact various historic ships and submarines. One of the hosts is attempting to reach 15 different vessels via Morse code and sideband radio to earn a certificate. Successful contacts have been made with three ships so far, despite the difficulty of competing with high-power "big gun" radio stations.

Keywords: museum ships weekend, [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), cqcq, [submarines](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/submarines.md)

### Peerage Updates, Morse Code Frequencies, Amateur Radio

- **Episode:** [507: Airplane Apocalypse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/507-airplane-apocalypse.md)
- **Published:** 2013-04-25
- **Time:** 1:46:51–1:51:20
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/507-airplane-apocalypse/chapter/peerage-updates-morse-code-frequencies-amateur-radio.md

The hosts continue with donor acknowledgments and peerage title adjustments. They also discuss their recent activity on amateur radio frequencies, using Morse code to broadcast "In The Morning" (ITM) to other "No Agenda" listeners.

Keywords: [baronet](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/baronet.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), 20 meters, 40 meters

### Samuel Morse, Modern Morse Code Project

- **Episode:** [503: Ninjas in Mongolia](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/503-ninjas-in-mongolia.md)
- **Published:** 2013-04-11
- **Time:** 1:49:37–1:52:18
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/503-ninjas-in-mongolia/chapter/samuel-morse-modern-morse-code-project.md

Samuel Morse is noted for being a world-class painter in addition to his work on the telegraph. One host reveals a plan to "revolutionize" Morse code with a new, affordable hardware device that works with or without the internet. The project aims to make Morse code "cool" again and encourage more people to obtain basic radio licenses, despite FCC neglect of the GPRS and ham radio bands.

Keywords: samuel morse, [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), gprs, [fcc](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fcc.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.

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### Ham Radio Gear and Stamp Collecting

- **Episode:** [499: Spam Horse](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/499-spam-horse.md)
- **Published:** 2013-03-28
- **Time:** 2:36:41–2:39:06
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/499-spam-horse/chapter/ham-radio-gear-and-stamp-collecting.md

A host shares a story about purchasing a small Morse code transmitter and receiving it through the mail with beautiful stamps from the Netherlands. This leads to a brief discussion on the aesthetic value of physical mail and the hobby of saving cancelled stamps. They contrast this "old-fashioned" experience with the efficiency and impersonality of digital communication.

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### Morse Code, Ham Radio and Mobile Keying

- **Episode:** [491: Pope and Change](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/491-pope-and-change.md)
- **Published:** 2013-02-28
- **Time:** 1:54:32–1:57:44
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/491-pope-and-change/chapter/morse-code-ham-radio-and-mobile-keying.md

Adam Curry (KF5SON) describes his recent experiences making Morse code contacts, including a 10-watt transmission to Russia. He discusses the personality found in manual keying versus digital modes and shares an anecdote about a ham radio operator who keys with a device strapped to his thigh while driving.

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### Ham Radio, Digital Transceivers and Bakelite Insulation

- **Episode:** [480: War on Brains](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains.md)
- **Published:** 2013-01-20
- **Time:** 59:11–1:04:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/480-war-on-brains/chapter/ham-radio-digital-transceivers-and-bakelite-insulation.md

A host discusses prototyping a new digital mode SDR (Software Defined Radio) transceiver for the ham radio market. The conversation shifts to the properties of Bakelite, an early plastic used for its excellent electrical and heat insulation. They explore the history of Bakelite in vintage electronics and its unique physical characteristics, such as its tendency to shatter when struck.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), sdr transceiver, [bakelite](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/bakelite.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [digital modes](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/digital-modes.md), insulation

### International Donors, Morse Code, Leo Laporte

- **Episode:** [465: Skimp Layer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/465-skimp-layer.md)
- **Published:** 2012-11-29
- **Time:** 1:58:13–2:01:45
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/465-skimp-layer/chapter/international-donors-morse-code-leo-laporte.md

Robbie Sandelin from Helsinki and an anonymous donor from Dublin contributed to the show, with the latter using a specific $88.88 amount to translate to "love and hugs" in Morse code. The Dublin donor also called for a "douchebag" to be sent to Leo Laporte for unfulfilled promises. The hosts acknowledge the global reach of the program, noting listeners in Ireland and Finland who engage with the show's donation segments and "sweet news" reports.

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