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Amateur Radio Has Never Been More Affordable — So Why Do Some Things Seem So Expensive?
by Thomas (K4SWL) When I meet a newly minted amateur radio operator, I often start by telling them, “You couldn’t be entering our community at a better time!” And I really mean that. We have incredible support communities, both in person and online. Amateur radio has become far more accessible than it once was. And … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/08/amateur-radio-has-never-been-more-affordable-so-why-do-some-things-seem-so-expensive/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Amateur Radio Has Never Been More Affordable — So Why Do Some Things Seem So Expensive?</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Demod: A New iOS/iPadOS App for Exploring Remote Receivers
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Alphonse, who is an SWL and independent app developer, who recently reached out to introduce Demod, a new iOS/iPadOS receiver app designed for exploring shortwave and other radio signals via remote receivers. Demod connects to KiwiSDR, SpyServer, and rtl_tcp servers, and includes a built-in directory of public receivers, so […]
Alan Roe’s A-26 Season Guide to Music on Shortwave (version 4.0)
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Alan Roe, who shares his A-26 (version 4.0) season guide to music on shortwave. Alan provides this amazing resource as a free PDF download. Click here to download Music on Shortwave A-26 v4.0 (PDF) Alan has also created at-a-glance, single-page PDF programme grids for BBC World Service, CGTN Radio, Radio […]
Radio New Zealand Features the November DXpedition to Fakaofo
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Marty Busse, who writes: Radio New Zealand (RNZ) has a short item on a planned November DXpedition to Fakaofo in Tokelau atoll. Click here to listen to the interview: https://podcast.radionz.co.nz/pacn/dateline-20260808-0601-tokelau_is_a_sought-after_location_in_amateur_radio-128.mp3
Rob spots a rare Hygain Galaxy R-1530 on eBay
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Rob Gray, who spotted this Hygain Galaxy R-1530 on eBay. It’s listed at $749.95 plus shipping. The seller has a 100% rating, but if this interests you, note that the seller does not accept returns and the condition is marked as “For parts or not working,” even though it’s […]
ICQPodcast Episode 490 – Ham Radio ATU’s
In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode's feature is Ham Radio ATU'...
The Very Last New Commercial AM Radio Station in the USA: Here’s What We Should Do Next. COMMENTARY.
<p>We know where AM going. But what comes next? Anyone who even vaguely follows radio-related news knows that commercial AM radio broadcasting is in its twilight. If it seems every month another AM station goes dark, it’s not all in your head. From 2023 through 2025, the number of licensed... <a href="https://offgridham.com/2026/08/the-very-last-new-commercial-am-radio/">Read more »</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://offgridham.com/2026/08/the-very-last-new-commercial-am-radio/">The Very Last New Commercial AM Radio Station in the USA: Here’s What We Should Do Next. COMMENTARY.</a> appeared first on <a href="https://offgridham.com">Off Grid Ham</a>.</p>
Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 433
Breaking – OFDM-AB – IP400 Refactored The Amateur Radio data communications revolution of the 21st century. Zero Retries Geographic analysis of US Amateur Radio licenses using FCC and Census data Where have new grants grown over the past X months? Do older counties have higher ham density? (ecological correlation) KK4SW Amber Silver Alert net Program […]
Radio Waves: Georgia LPFM Wants More Power, Radio Bulgaria QSL #8, Preserving Radio Mogadishu, Shortwave HQ Updates, and Joining the CIDX
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, David Iurescia, and Michael Smith for the following tips: Georgia LPFM Asks FCC to Raise Power Due […]
The ARRL Solar Update
<p>Solar activity has been at low levels, with occasional B-class flaring and isolated low-level C-class flares observed. The largest event of the period was a C1.6/Sf flare on August 5 from Region 4502.<br /> <br />The six numbered sunspot regions on the visible disk are mostly stable or in varying stages of decay. Region 4498 showed a slight decrease in penumbral extent. Region 4499 declined in length and ...</p>
Hunting Fossils and POTA Contacts on Cocklawburn Beach in Beautiful Northumberland
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Monday, June 29, 2026, my family and I decided to spend the afternoon out on the coast. One of our favorite things to do whenever we’re near the sea is hunt for fossils. Back home on North Carolina’s coast, one of my daughters especially loves searching for seashells. But here along … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/08/hunting-fossils-and-pota-contacts-on-cocklawburn-beach-in-beautiful-northumberland/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Hunting Fossils and POTA Contacts on Cocklawburn Beach in Beautiful Northumberland</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
KK6IK: Summer Mornings, Iced Coffee & QRP
By Scott Nacey (KK6IK) JULY 2026 Recently I’ve heard people asking what they can do with an Elecraft KH1 when traveling. Is it too small? Does the 45-inch whip really work? Maybe the KX2 is a better radio to bring? I asked the same questions as I prepared for my annual summer visit to Rhode … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/08/kk6ik-summer-mornings-iced-coffee-qrp/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">KK6IK: Summer Mornings, Iced Coffee & QRP</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
A Wet POTA Experiment: Hunting, Calling CQ, and Changing Modes
by Mark KB2PIZ I have always wondered about how long I should stick with a given band/mode when activating a park. Should I keep calling CQ when things dry up, shift frequencies, or shift modes? What is the most efficient way to make contacts? One of my grandkids suggested I ask ChatGPT! That was a … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/08/a-wet-pota-experiment-hunting-calling-cq-and-changing-modes/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">A Wet POTA Experiment: Hunting, Calling CQ, and Changing Modes</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
A New Novel from DXer Ralph W. Perry: Pacific Dream
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Ralph W. Perry, a longtime DXer and author, for sharing news of his latest novel, Pacific Dream – Mari Mango & an Accidental Orphanage. This is the third novel in Ralph’s Pacific Trilogy, following Pacific Odyssey, which we featured here on the SWLing Post in 2024. While Pacific Dream […]
Illustrated Radio Listening Report reaching Nepal
by Carlos Latuff In my 36 years as a cartoonist, I’ve seen my work reproduced all over the world, but I must admit I was surprised to see one of my Illustrated Radio Listening Reports published by ABC Television in Kathmandu, Nepal. https://abcnews.com.np/chinese-spokesperson-criticizes-philippine-defense-department-statement/ What caught my attention was the fact that the topic of the […]
International shortwave cool
Hi to all SWLing Post community. Here’s the Imaginary Stations schedule for this week’s listening pleasure. On Wednesday 5th August 2026, at 0200 hrs UTC on 9395 kHz on WRMI we have WHFM – Herman’s Radio and Record Room. This is another show in a series of programmes by DJ Frederick Moe in memory of […]
LHS Episode #624: National Jamboree 2026
Hello and welcome back everyone! You're joining us for episode 624 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet! This week we're telling you about what we've been up to - along with interviewing Bill about his adventures at the 2026 Scouting America National Jamboree! 73 de LHS Team
Travelogue: Walking the England-Scotland Border for a QRP POTA Activation
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Saturday, June 27, 2026, I woke up knowing we had a full day planned. My family wanted to go into Berwick-upon-Tweed to check out some activities happening in town. Afterwards, we were thinking about driving up to Siccar Point, where I had activated only a week or so earlier, so we … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/08/travelogue-walking-the-england-scotland-border-for-a-qrp-pota-activation/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Travelogue: Walking the England-Scotland Border for a QRP POTA Activation</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
A swimming pool, RFI and a lightning strike: My SWLing Story
by Troy Riedel New readers will not recognize my name. Longtime readers may not recognize my name, but chances are you may remember my story. I once contributed posts to this Blog … until … ‘the swimming pool’. During COVID, my wife decided she wanted an in-ground swimming pool. The construction started in May 2020 […]
Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Report and Recording of ZP-30 & NHK (August 3, 2026)
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist Carlos Latuff, who shares the following illustrated radio listening report. Carlos notes: Earthquake/dangerous hot weather in Japan, heavy rain in China – NHK (Japan) ZP-30 (Paraguay)+radiofax Click here to view on YouTube. Typhoon Dolphin, radiofax from Japan Meteorological Agency, Aug 3, 19h10 UTC
