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Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Report and Recording of Radyo Pilipinas (October 15-21, 2026)
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist Carlos Latuff, who shares the following illustrated radio listening report. Carlos notes: From the Philippines to Brazil, El Niño is the new globalization! Click here to view on YouTube.
November 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: From the Isle of Music, November 2026 This month, we’ll taste some vintage artists from Cuba like Los Guaracheros del Oriente and Guillermo Portabales. I’ll be wearing mi sombrero de yarey while recording it. Friday, November 13, 1600-1700 UTC, 3955, 6070 and 9670 […]
Is the ARRL finally feeling the heat?
Could it be that the ARRL is finally beginning to realize that the drop in membership is a real problem. The latest news regarding the ARRL makes it appear so. The news is that they have contracted with a firm to survey lapsed members. Here are the questions: The Readex Survey Before receiving this survey, […]
LHS Episode #635: Rust Everywhere
Hello and welcome back everyone! You're joining us for episode 635 of Linux in the Ham Shack, the most terrific amateur radio podcast on the internet! This week we're sharing news about what has been going on in our lives, as well as covering topics in Amateur radio, Open Source/Linux and even some Github Dumpster Diving!
Texas Radio Shortwave: Schedule for Halloween 2026
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Terry (N5RTC), who shares the following schedules for Texas Radio Shortwave (click image to enlarge):
K7TQ: SOTA Self-spotting Using a SOTACat
by Randy (K7TQ) On Friday, October 16, 2026, I headed out for a SOTA activation at Kamiak Butte (W7W/WE-022). The day before, I had used a SOTACat to spot me at Spring Valley State Fishing Lake (US-11542). There I ran the KH1 at 5 W to a 20 m Hamstick mounted on the roof of … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/10/k7tq-sota-self-spotting-using-a-sotacat/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">K7TQ: SOTA Self-spotting Using a SOTACat</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Jam, TV and Records
Hi to all our SWLing Post friends. Here’s what Imaginary Stations has planned this week for your shortwave radio/SDR listening pleasure. On Wednesday 21st October 2026, at 0200 hrs UTC on 9395 kHz. We have another new broadcast of WHFM: Herman’s Radio & Record Room on WRMI this week with vintage tunes & old-time radio […]
KB2PIZ: Victory in Oregon at Last!
by Mark (KB2PIZ) My wife and I drove down to Depoe Bay for the scenery, the ocean, and a chance to see whales. We did not get to see any whales, but Boiler Bay was 1 minute from our hotel, and it looked like I had a chance for redemption! We did see a lot … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/10/kb2piz-victory-in-oregon-at-last/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">KB2PIZ: Victory in Oregon at Last!</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
21 Years of AmateurLogic.TV
AmateurLogic.TV Episode 221 is now available for download. In this episode we celebrate 21 years of AmateurLogic.TV. Bill Brown’s Huntsville Balloon Forum and launch. Emile talks about his GMRS station. Tommy explores mesh devices with very low power usage. Mike reveals Moon and Mars exploration milestones. Will RADE replace SSB? The Icom ID-5200 grand prize … <a href="http://www.amateurlogic.tv/blog/?p=1896" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">21 Years of AmateurLogic.TV</span></a>
WAG contest 2026
It was time for a relaxing weekend behind the radio and key. The annual running of the Worked All Germany (WAG) Contest was on the calendar for this weekend.Band conditions were not too bad, considering what the solar numbers had been just a short time...
An Unexpected Morning Activation with WJ3FF at William B. Umstead State Park
by Thomas (K4SWL) On Saturday, September 12, 2026, I was in Raleigh, North Carolina, and had promised one of my daughters that I would take her to a few events she had going on around town that day. One of them started quite early in the morning, so I picked her up at her apartment … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/10/an-unexpected-morning-activation-with-wj3ff-at-william-b-umstead-state-park/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">An Unexpected Morning Activation with WJ3FF at William B. Umstead State Park</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The Vietnam Wars – Connecting the Pieces Through Radio: A Personal Journey Part 1
The Vietnam Wars Connecting the Pieces Through Radio: A Personal Journey by Don Moore Part One Don’s traveling DX stories can be found in his book Tales of a Vagabond DXer [SWLing Post affiliate link]. If you’ve already read his book and enjoyed it, do Don a favor and leave a review on Amazon. Except […]
Radio Waves: Iconic Czech Towers Demolished, Global Public Broadcasters Gather, T8/FT4 DX Decoder for SDR++Brown, and Visual Path & Open-Source Browser-Based SDR App
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 and applications making waves in the world of radio. Enjoy! Many thanks to SWLing Post contributors David Iurezcia, Mark Hirst, ReLLL, and Julian for the following tips: Iconic Czech transmitter towers […]
My CFT1 Just Got a Speaker Upgrade!
by Thomas (K4SWL) It’s a gorgeous day here in Western North Carolina, and I just spent all morning and most of the afternoon with my family in the town of Black Mountain. When we returned home, I had a couple of hours before we all gathered to make dinner together, and I was looking for … <a href="https://qrper.com/2026/10/my-cft1-just-got-a-speaker-upgrade/" class="more-link">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">My CFT1 Just Got a Speaker Upgrade!</span> <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
ICQPodcast Episode 495 – Antennas for QRP and POTA
<p class="" data-pm-slice="1 3 []">In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfields (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode's feature is Antennas for QRP and POTA.</p> <p class="">We would like to thank Mike Wogden (G4KWQ) and Peter Weston (2E0DED) and our and monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - <a href="http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate" target="_blank" rel="noopener">http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate</a></p> <ul data-rte-list="default"> <li> <p class=""><a href="https://www.icqpodcast.com/news/2026/10/17/six-satellites-three-continents-amsat-organisations-make-their-mark-on-transporter-18"> Six Satellites, Three Continents: AMSAT Organisations Make Their Mark on Transporter-18</a></p> </li> <li> <p class=""><a href="https://www.icqpodcast.com/news/2026/10/17/ten-minutes-that-made-history-chiles-first-direct-ariss-contact-with-a-public-school"> Ten Minutes That Made History: Chile's First Direct ARISS Contact With a Public School</a></p> </li> <li> <p class=""><a href="https://www.icqpodcast.com/news/2026/10/17/commercial-am-and-fm-station-counts-keep-sliding-latest-fcc-totals-show"> Commercial AM and FM Station Counts Keep Sliding, Latest FCC Totals Show</a></p> </li> <li> <p class=""><a href="https://www.icqpodcast.com/news/2026/10/17/set-up-make-contact-pack-down-repeat-radar-rally-2026-is-coming"> Set Up, Make Contact, Pack Down, Repeat: RaDAR Rally 2026 Is Coming</a></p> </li> <li> <p class=""><a href="https://www.icqpodcast.com/news/2026/10/17/a-century-old-transmitter-sends-a-message-of-peace-on-united-nations-day"> A Century-Old Transmitter Sends a Message of Peace on United Nations Day</a></p> </li> <li> <p class=""><a href="https://www.icqpodcast.com/news/2026/10/17/aprs-connect-lands-on-iphone-and-brings-aprs-ota-along-with-it"> APRS Connect Lands on iPhone — And Brings APRS OTA Along With It</a></p> </li> </ul>
Texas Radio Shortwave: Schedule for November 2026
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Terry (N5RTC), who shares the following schedules for Texas Radio Shortwave (click image to enlarge):
Amateur Radio Weekly – Issue 443
eBay restricts listings of radio equipment, but exempts Ham gear eBay has imposed new restrictions on listings of radio transmitting equipment in response to new FCC rules that took effect this week. ARRL Hams.com The toolkit and community hub for Amateur Radio operators: log your contacts, follow long-distance (DX) activity and conditions, and find clubs, […]
eBay Restricts Listings of Radio Equipment, but Exempts Ham-Band-Only Gear
<p>ImageOnline marketplace eBay has imposed new restrictions on listings of radio transmitting equipment in response to new FCC rules that took effect this week, <i>but responded to ARRL The National Association for Amateur Radio® that its new policy will not apply to gear that operates exclusively on amateur radio frequencies</i>. The FCC’s rules are intended to use its equipment authorization program t...</p>
Florida Hams Provide Communications Support During Hurricane Isaias
<p>Amateur radio operators from Florida’s Santa Rosa, Nassau, Lake, Pinellas, and Leon Counties played an important role in supporting emergency communications efforts during and following Hurricane Isaias, helping ensure that critical communication capabilities remained available throughout the storm.</p><p></p><p>In Santa Rosa County, volunteer amateur radio operators staffed the Emergency Operations Center (...</p>
The ARRL Solar Update
<p>Look for improved propagation on the upper HF bands, as both the<br />sunspot numbers and 10.7-centimeter radio flux remain near or above<br />100. According to NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center (SWPC),<br />the increase in activity is being fueled primarily by sunspot<br />Region 4551, which is described as the largest and most complex of<br />six sunspot regions currently visible on the surface of the Sun.<br />Mostly quie...</p>
