Ham Radio 2.0

Join me with @HamRadioCrashCourse and @hamradiotube tonight for First Look at the new HF Radio from ICOM. Special Thanks to @GigaPartsHuntsville for this loaner radio. Get yours here - https://geni.us/AqkkeKL - Use Code KC5HWB to earn double points!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Discover the Radtel RT-950 Pro, a powerful and versatile handheld radio perfect for ham radio enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and emergency communications! In this video, we dive deep into the RT-950’s key features, including its dual-band VHF/UHF capabilities, long-lasting battery, rugged design, and advanced programming options. Watch as we test its range, audio clarity, and ease of use in real-world scenarios. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned radio operator, this review will help you decide if the RT-950 is right for you!Today's video is sponsored by M&P Coax - save 10% off of all of their products with code HR2CABLES at this link - https://geni.us/hr2cablesLink to Radio - https://geni.us/kc4RBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Join us for tonight's livestream as we discuss ideas for next year.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Are you a GMRS radio enthusiast frustrated by FCC restrictions limiting your reach? In this eye-opening video, we break down the viral Change.org petition demanding the FCC overhaul Part 95 rules to allow seamless internet linking for GMRS repeaters and radios. Created by Brian Payne, this campaign has already garnered over 3,700 signatures—join the movement to restore the "gray area" freedoms that powered family chats, rural networks, and emergency backups! Why does this matter? GMRS is the easy-entry alternative to ham radio—no license hassles, just plug-and-play power for off-grid adventures. But recent FCC crackdowns have shut down beloved linked networks, crippling wide-area coverage for disaster prep, community coordination, and everyday off-grid living. We explore the history, the shutdowns, and how new rules could supercharge public safety and redundancy—like having a backup phone line that actually works when the grid fails.Today's video is sponsored by Bioenno Power - Bioenno will fulfill battery needs for ALL of your radios - check them out here - https://geni.us/LfawM7BSign the petition today: https://www.change.org/p/demand-fcc-to-allow-all-network-connections-to-gmrs-repeaters-and-radiosBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.

Ever wondered if linking GMRS repeaters across miles (or states!) is a smart upgrade or a fast track to fines? In this video, we dive deep into a heated Reddit thread from r/gmrs where a newbie calls out a popular YouTuber's claim that linked systems comply with FCC Part 95 rules. Spoiler: The community isn't buying it!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.