# Qso on The No Agenda Show

Qso comes up in 10 chapters across 9 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from October 2012 to September 2024.

- **Chapters:** 10
- **Episodes:** 9
- **Discussed:** October 2012 – September 2024
- **Related topics:** [Ham Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [Amateur Radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [Morse Code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [Sir Otaku](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-otaku.md), [Birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.md), [Call Signs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/call-signs.md), [Communication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communication.md), [D-star](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/d-star.md), [Dwight Eisenhower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwight-eisenhower.md), [Echolink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/echolink.md)

## Chapters 1–10 of 10

### 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)

### Listener Donations, Dame Rococo and MailChimp Technical Issues

- **Episode:** [690: Win by a Gyp](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/690-win-by-a-gyp.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-25
- **Time:** 52:50–56:05
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/690-win-by-a-gyp/chapter/listener-donations-dame-rococo-and-mailchimp-technical-issues.md

Sir Otaku in Texas requests a correction for his daughter's title to "Dame Rococo of Portlandia" after a previous "drunk donation" error. He also reports technical issues with the show's newsletter being flagged as spam. The hosts discuss an upcoming amateur radio "QSO party" and search for a specific audio clip involving a QVC segment about the moon.

Keywords: [sir otaku](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/sir-otaku.md), qvc moon, [mailchimp](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mailchimp.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [qso party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso-party.md)

### Listener Birthdays, French Police State and QSO Party

- **Episode:** [690: Win by a Gyp](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/690-win-by-a-gyp.md)
- **Published:** 2015-01-25
- **Time:** 2:16:31–2:20:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/690-win-by-a-gyp/chapter/listener-birthdays-french-police-state-and-qso-party.md

Guillaume in France requests a "douchebag" call for his country's transition into a police state. The hosts announce several birthdays and remind the audience of the upcoming "QSO party" for amateur radio enthusiasts. They thank donors from around the world, including Ireland, Australia, and Canada, for their continued financial support.

Keywords: [theresa may](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/theresa-may.md), [france](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/france.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md), [qso party](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso-party.md), [birthdays](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/birthdays.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)

### 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)

### No Agenda QSO Party, Amateur Radio Event

- **Episode:** [661: Speciesism](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/661-speciesism.md)
- **Published:** 2014-10-16
- **Time:** 1:07:23–1:09:31
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/661-speciesism/chapter/no-agenda-qso-party-amateur-radio-event.md

The No Agenda QSO Party is an upcoming contest for amateur radio operators who listen to the program. Organized by a listener with the call sign K5SVR, the event aims to connect "No Agenda" hams globally. Participants can find log submission details and setup instructions at noagendaqsoparty.com.

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), k5svr, [d-star](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/d-star.md)

### 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.

Keywords: [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), kf5son, [qso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso.md), [amateur radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/amateur-radio.md)

### Ham Radio Culture, In The Morning Net, Dwight Eisenhower

- **Episode:** [465: Skimp Layer](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/465-skimp-layer.md)
- **Published:** 2012-11-29
- **Time:** 6:16–8:39
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/465-skimp-layer/chapter/ham-radio-culture-in-the-morning-net-dwight-eisenhower.md

The "In The Morning Net" on the NOAA general reflector 3373 serves as a hub for intelligent conversation among ham radio enthusiasts, moving beyond technical jargon about rigs and antennas. Recent discussions on the net explored historical trivia, such as President Dwight Eisenhower performing two inaugural ceremonies. This historical precedent is used to analyze modern presidential inauguration scheduling and the constitutional requirements for the 20th day of January.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [noaa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/noaa.md), [dwight eisenhower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwight-eisenhower.md), am bands, [qso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso.md), [communication](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/communication.md)

### No Agenda Ham Radio Network, EchoLink Node

- **Episode:** [459: Exactly Similar](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/459-exactly-similar.md)
- **Published:** 2012-11-08
- **Time:** 56:47–1:01:12
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/459-exactly-similar/chapter/no-agenda-ham-radio-network-echolink-node.md

The No Agenda amateur radio network is expanding, utilizing EchoLink node 780399 to connect hams globally. One host is currently studying Morse code to increase transmission range and encourages listeners to obtain their technician licenses.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [echolink](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/echolink.md), [morse code](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/morse-code.md), [qso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso.md), [technician license](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/technician-license.md)

### Amateur Radio Testing, Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak

- **Episode:** [456: Sell-ah-bretties](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/456-sell-ah-bretties.md)
- **Published:** 2012-10-28
- **Time:** 3:52
- **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/456-sell-ah-bretties/chapter/amateur-radio-testing-adam-curry-and-john-c-dvorak.md

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak attempt to establish a radio connection using their amateur radio call signs, KF5SLN and KJ6LNG. The technical test fails as Curry is unable to hit the local repeater from his location in Austin, Texas. The hosts discuss radio frequencies, offsets, and the limitations of their current equipment.

Keywords: [ham radio](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ham-radio.md), [call signs](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/call-signs.md), [kf5sln](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/kf5sln.md), kj6lng, [repeater](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/repeater.md), [frequency](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/frequency.md), [qso](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/qso.md)

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