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A Mystery Signal and a Fast Answer from UDXF
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Dan Greenall, who write: Hi Thomas I still have a tendency to scan the utility frequencies from time to time, much as I did over 50 years ago. Now, though, I can listen in through the various Kiwi SDR receivers scattered around the globe. Having obtained my amateur ticket […]
Dusting Off the POTA20: QRP DX Despite Poor Propagation at Clemmons Educational State Forest
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Sunday, March 15, 2026, I was in the Raleigh area with my family, spending time with my daughters during their spring break. That afternoon, my wife and daughters had plans together, so I decided to nip out and fit in a quick park activation. I chose Clemmons Educational State Forest (US-4853) … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/03/dusting-off-the-pota20-qrp-dx-despite-poor-propagation-at-clemmons-educational-state-forest/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Dusting Off the POTA20: QRP DX Despite Poor Propagation at Clemmons Educational State Forest</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
SOTA on the Hill Where the Buffalo Roam
by Vince (VE6LK) As always, there are lots of links within the article. Click one! Click them all! Learn all the things! ? The last few months have been super busy around the house, and I’ve had few opportunities to get out and play radio. Needless to say, I was twitching and started a plan … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/03/sota-on-the-hill-where-the-buffalo-roam/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">SOTA on the Hill Where the Buffalo Roam</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
As Canada’s Weather Radio Shuts Down, U.S. Lawmakers Push to Modernize NOAA VHF Network
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Richard Cuff, who writes: Yesterday may have been the final day for WeatherRadio in Canada, as the shutdown is scheduled for today. Meanwhile, in the USA, there’s a bill in Congress to fund modernization of our VHF weather network… House Committee Passes NOAA Weather Radio Modernization Proposal (Radio World) […]
April 2026 Schedule Updates: From the Isle of Music & Uncle Bill’s Melting Pot
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Bill Tilford, who shares the following update: THE FOLLOWING TIMES ARE TENTATIVE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE – VISIT THE FACEBOOK PAGES OF EACH PROGRAM PRIOR TO BROADCAST FOR CONFIRMATION From the Isle of Music, Friday, April 10, 2026, 3955 kHz, 1600 UTC, repeats 2200 UTC This month, we present a surprise […]
Handheld Transceivers: A Generational Curse.
<p>As common as air. Handheld transceivers, or HT, is ubiquitous in amateur radio. For many hams, it’s their first radio. For others, they may operate only one “main” base or mobile radio but have several handhelds. And for some hams, perhaps a lot of them, it’s the only radio they... <a href="https://offgridham.com/2026/03/handheld-transceivers/">Read more »</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://offgridham.com/2026/03/handheld-transceivers/">Handheld Transceivers: A Generational Curse.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://offgridham.com">Off Grid Ham</a>.</p>
I Put the Radioddity HF-010 on the Air – What’s good and bad?
<p>About a year ago, Radioddity sent me their HF-009 vertical antenna. At the time I didn’t have very high hopes of it, as their previous HF antennas were a bit underwhelming. But in using it I was pleasantly surprised and the HF-009 became a regular part of my portable kit. But the antenna did have […]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://www.jpole-antenna.com/2026/03/25/i-put-the-radioddity-hf-010-on-the-air-whats-good-and-bad/">I Put the Radioddity HF-010 on the Air – What’s good and bad?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.jpole-antenna.com">KB9VBR Antennas</a>.</p>
HackaweekTV: Dean installs a CB radio base station with proper grounding
My buddy Dean Segovis from HackaweekTV recently reached out to me—he’s diving into the world of radio and starting out on CB as he works toward getting his amateur license. He’s documented the process of building a complete CB base station at home, and I have to say—I’m really impressed. What stood out most is […]
Radio Waves: Remembering CBS Radio, Taking Back the Airwaves, Women-Led Radio Stations, Russian Great Firewall, and WLRH Audience Crisis
Radio Waves: Stories Making Waves in the World of Radio Welcome to the SWLing Post’s Radio Waves, a collection of links to interesting stories making waves in the world of radio. Enjoy! Many thanks to SWLing Post contributors Dennis Dura, NT, and Mark Pascoe for the following tips: Remembering CBS Radio’s Beginnings (Radio World) The recent news […]
USB-C for the Elecraft KX2: A Simple Upgrade That Changes Everything
by Vince (VE6LK) Warning: This post contains no RF but, if you are a KX2 owner, may involve your wallet. You’ve been warned ? As one does, when surfing the internet, one clicks on links. Recently I clicked on a link (from Lynovation‘s website) and ended up on G7UFO’s most fine web shop. And that’s … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/03/usb-c-for-the-elecraft-kx2-a-simple-upgrade-that-changes-everything/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">USB-C for the Elecraft KX2: A Simple Upgrade That Changes Everything</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Shortwave mysteries with Arizona in the spotlight
Greetings all SWLing Post community. This weekend Imaginary Stations brings you another episode of WMMR (Mystery Mix Radio) – Guess the theme show. The first transmission is on Saturday 28th March at 1100 hrs UTC on 6160 kHz and then again on Sunday 29th March at 0900/1300 UTC on 6160 kHz and 2000 hrs on 3975 […]
SIGINT: Relying on CW Capture with your SDR
In a thread from Wyoming Survival, he posted about trying to learn Morse code. I replied that if you’re not there, for whatever reason, to <a class="mh-excerpt-more" href="https://oh8stn.org/blog/2026/03/25/sigint-relying-on-cw-capture-with-your-sdr/" title="SIGINT: Relying on CW Capture with your SDR">[...]</a>
Haluk Spots this Mystery Radio in a Vintage Turkish Film
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Haluk, who writes: Hello. I was skimming through a very old Turkish film. Lo and behold, a maid turned on some (!) radio to provide music in a party… The receiver looks serious but doesn’t look familiar, at least to me. Regards, Haluk Thanks for sharing, Haluk. Can anyone […]
Half a Century of Connection: RTI’s Spanish Service Turns 50
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor David Iurescia, who shares this article from Radio Taiwan International, marking a major milestone: 50 years of Spanish-language broadcasting. Click here to read the full article at RTI.
Texas Radio Shortwave: Schedule for April 2026
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Terry (N5RTC), who shares the following schedule for Texas Radio Shortwave (click image to enlarge):
Dynamic Map of Broadcasters Currently on the Air
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Stefano, who writes: Hi Thomas, I just wanted to share a small project I created today that I thought might be interesting for your readers. I put together a webpage where you can see broadcast radio stations currently on air displayed on a world map. It’s based on two […]
LHS Episode #609: The Weekender CXXXVII
It's time for The Weekender! This is our departure into the world of hedonism, random topic excursions, whimsy and (hopefully) knowledge. Thanks for listening and, if you happen to get a chance, feel free to call us or e-mail and send us some feedback. Tell us how we're doing. We'd love to hear from you. 73 de The LHS Crew
Is Newington Hiring or Hemorrhaging?
This post was written by Chuck Adams, N5UN, and a version of this was originally posted to the My ARRL Voice Facebook group. I found it yesterday while perusing the group, and it hit me as something I’ve been meaning to write myself. I asked Chuck for permission to repost it here, with some modifications, […]
Pebble HF: An Ultra-Affordable QRP Radio Kit with Big Potential!
Yesterday, Mike and Becky of the Ham Radio Duo on YouTube introduced a new product they’ve been quietly developing behind the scenes for quite some time: the Pebble HF. In short, it’s an incredibly affordable radio kit—one that almost anyone can build and, importantly, almost anyone can afford. A Community-Driven Project The Pebble HF was … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/03/pebble-hf-an-ultra-affordable-qrp-radio-kit-with-big-potential/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Pebble HF: An Ultra-Affordable QRP Radio Kit with Big Potential!</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
ICQPodcast Episode 479 – Baofeng UV-5R Mini
In this episode, I join Martin Butler M1MRB, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news, including: FO-29 Enters Full Sunlight: Veteran Satellite Sees Renewed Activity in 2026 New Indiana Law Protects Ham Radio Antennas, Towers Radio Interference Has Landed U.S. Airlines With […]
