In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Colin Butler M6BOY and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is Huntsville Hamfest 2024 We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL IT Security Incident - Report to Members PRESENTER OPINION : ARRL IT Security Incident The RSGB is getting ready for National Coding Week Children's Museum Provides A Spectrum Of Experience Silent Key Who Made A Difference Route 66 On The Air 2024 Yaesu, Icom & Kenwood Feature New Transceivers at Ham Fair Japan Transistor Promises Faster, More Energy-Efficient Operation

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 The incredible story of G2NM We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Solar Cycle 25 Producing Record High Sunspot Numbers New York High School Helps License Amateur Radio Operators Ofcom has Released a New Video on Amateur Radio Licence Revalidation New Shortwave Transmitter for Radio New Zealand Arctic Circle Broadcasts to Debut as Longwave Radio Merchant Navy Day Special Event ARRL Expands Publications Archive RSGB Morse Competency tests at National Hamfest

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is Cybersecurity in a Ham Radio World. We would like to thank Dino Papas KL0S, Nigel Wells (2w0cgm) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Broadcast networks to spread Australian broadcast FM and TV coverage ARRL Teachers Institute on Wireless Technology Adds Third Level Spacex Gives Details Of Spacecraft To De-Orbit ISS College Ham Club ‘found’ During Renovation WRTC Spots To Be Sold To Highest Bidder Celebrating the Dawn of Mass Global Communication Spectrum Conference 2024 Churches and Chapels on the Air 2024

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 a discussion on Behind the Scenes of an Amateur / Ham Radio Special Event Station. We would like to thank D Renton, Roy Jones, Frank Westphal (k6fw1), Simon Wilton (VA3SII and G7HCD), Denny Morrison (GM1BAN), Stephen Leeman (sm5yra), John R Stengel (W8UC) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL on The Weather Channel Band Use by Canadian Hams: Results from the national RAC Survey 2021 ARRL Board Completes 2024 Second Meeting, Approves Report to Advance a 3-Year Strategy First M17 Based Radios Begin Shipping From Hackers to Hams? Sure! Broadcasters Grapple With Global IT Outage RSGB Convention Update 2024 International Dog Day Special Event Highlights Need for Rescue Efforts Telford Hamfest

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is a report from Ed Durrant DD5LP from Ham Radio Friedrichshafen. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Direct to Full syllabus v2.0 YOTA Camp Shack Named In Memory Of Bob Heil, K9EID (Sk) Spacex Awarded Contract To De-Orbit ISS NTS Performance Analysis Tool in Development Hams Intervene In Youth-On-Youth Violence In India ARRL Logbook of The World Returns to Service RSGB British Science Week Challenge MESAT1 Amateur Satellite in Orbit HamSCI Makes Significant Impact at the NSF's Annual CEDAR Workshop

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), 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 Beginners Fault Finding. We would like to thank Philip Heckingham (VK6ADF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL Teachers Institute Kicks Off Summer Cohorts PRESENTER OPINION - Do Hams Still Listen to Shortwave? They do in Canada! YLS Ascend Summits To Be "Queens Of The Mountains" US Military To Improve Tracking Of Hobbyists' Balloons Would AM Mandate Force Carmakers to Scrap Safety Features? Meme Appreciation Month is on the Air GR2HQ Challenge

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is Dayton Hamvention 2024 Part 2 We would like to thank Ellis Simon (GM4GZW) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL Affiliated Club in MS Donates 3D Printer, Books, to Local Library In Midst of Cyclone, Man Missing for 4 Years Returns Home Changes to the Four-year Planning Rule in England PRESENTER - One-Day Tech Class a Success→ Arrl Gives Its Account Of Recent Network Shutdown Russia Withdraws From Worldwide Flora & Fauna Japan Tests Suspension of AM Radio Stations HAM RADIO 2024 is 28-30 June 2024 in Friedrichshafen 2024 ARRL Field Day - Next Weekend Santa Barbara Amateur Radio Club Announces Scholarship Recipient

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is Dayton Hamvention 2024 Part 1. We would like to thank Tage Carlson (K1SEI) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Hackers Gain Access to ARRL Headquarters-Based Systems RSGB Strategic Priorities Update SDRplay Spectrum Analyser updated to include RSPdx-R2 Antenna Damage Forces WWVB To Operate At Reduced Power WKHS High Schoolers Receive CRO Certifications FCC - Public Comment on the effects of the Recent Severe Geomagnetic Storm Nominations for IARU President and Vice President have been Ratified 2024 ARRL Field Day 80th Anniversary of the Allied Assault on Normandy Special Event

In this episode, we join  Martin Butler M1MRB, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is Your Feedback. We would like to thank Fadel Derry (M0SFD) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Historic Solar Storms Produce Worldwide HF Radio Blackouts ARRL Volunteers Obtain Ham Exemption to Pennsylvania Handsfree Law Company Announces Bluetooth Connection to Satellite THE Newest Vehicle for Code has 4-Wheel Drive ARRL Systems Service Disruption 2024 Amateur Radio Software Award Announced UK Six Metre Group Summer Marathon

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 Marconi Day Fun. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate MFJ Ceasing On-Site Production California Radio Club Faces Homelessness Debate Reopens Over AM Radio's Future In Cars Hams Prepare for SOS Radio Week Updated Spectrum Analyser Software for SDRplay RSPs UK Radio Syllabus v1.6 Published

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT and Edmund Spicer M0MNG  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is ICQPodcast Live session We would like to thank Pete Leng (ZL4TE) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Amateur Radio Saves Family in Death Valley National Park NASA confirms ISS debris hit Florida home Programs for Disabled Amateurs marks 57 Years ESRG March 2024 Key Messages Hytera Communications Banned from Worldwide Sale of 2-Way Radios Ham’s Efforts Help Shed Light on Solar Eclipse Ohio NVIS Day 2024 Club Grant Program to Return Radio Communications Foundation Recruiting New Trustees

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 Dover Rally with SDRPlay. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate World Amateur Radio Day 2024 International Marconi Day 2024 POTA Begins Park Prefix Updates FCC Implements Two-Factor Authentication For Registration System BBC Radio 4 Dropping AM/Medium-Wave in April 2024 Chris Whitmarsh, G0FDZ receives RSGB Lifetime Achievement Award RSGB AGM – Vote and ask a Question HamTV Returns to International Space Station New Training Course Offered by the ARRL Puerto Rico Section

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is HamSCI Eclipse. We would like to thank Winston Lawerence (KD2WLL) and Martin Malley (WK0E) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Amateur Radio Stands Ready to Support Eclipse Operations Discarded "Space Junk" From Iss Falls To Earth Without Incident At This Library, Check Out Ham Radio As Well As Books FCC Sets Rules For Cellular-Satellite Coverage Germany's N-Class License Holders To Get "Dn9" Callsigns Dayton Hamvention® 2024 Award Winners Announced International Marconi Day 2024

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), 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 Getting Ready For Successful Portable Operation. We would like to thank an our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Bob Heil, K9EID, Silent Key YLRL Celebrates International Women's Day with Special Event ARISS Celebrates 40 Years of Hams on the Radio Space Lunar Lander Still Functions Despite Landing Issues UK Amateurs Start to Use New Privileges Brandmeister Adds TETRA Based Network Applications open for YOTA Czechia Pop-Up Net Celebrates National Pi Day

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is Your Ham Questions / Our Amateur Radio Answers. We would like to thank an our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Amateur radio - More Freedom to Innovate A Satellite Designed to Inspect Space Junk just Made it to Orbit Bill S.3690 to Eliminate Private Land Use Restrictions on Amateur Radio You Must be Joking - Amateur Radio Gets Downright Silly California Girl Scouts Get Spaced out Errata to the 2024 - 2028 Amateur Extra-Class Question Pool Released Amateur Radio Operators Needed for Help with Solar Eclipse Project

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 Canvey Island Rally 2024. We would like to thank an our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Alabama Radio Station Owner Reports 200-Foot Tower Stolen Two Arrested after Theft of Copper from Destroyed Radio Tower The First Amateur Radio Station on the Moon, JS1YMG, is Now Transmitting AMSAT Makes Plea to Keep Greencube in Service New SOTA Group is Growing for West Malaysian Hams An Update on the Amateur Radio Licence Exams UK AO-92 Satellite Reaches end of Life Raspberry Pi Net each Sunday on EchoLink and AllStarLink New Challenge for British Science Week

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is GB0ROC Bunkers on the Air Station. We would like to thank an our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate •    Young DXPeditioners Prep for Guyana •    Some ARRL Reversals and Deferred Decisions •    Ham Club Provides Mobile-Radio Donation to Humanitarian Effort •    QRP Self-Spotting Website •    Hams get Credit for Advancing the Information Age •    HAMSCI Workshop to Review Annular Eclipse Findings •    "Underground Radio" has a Different Meaning Inside a Bunker •    RSGB British Science Week Activities •    Amateur Radio Club Donation Helps Mississippi Library •    ARRL Kids Day a Success in Nebraska •    Class Licence Structure Arriving in Australia  

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) Ed Durrant DD5LP 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 New Year Ham Radio Hints and Tips. We would like to thank an our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Assistance Requested With CubeSat History Project Mobile Stations to Expand Frequency use Worldwide Student Project Provides New Satellite for India Society of Broadcast Engineers Celebrates 60 Years Teenage Amateur Radio Operators Featured Network TV HamSCI 2024 Workshop M0PLA achieves Mountain Goat award

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is Ultra Portable HF Antennas.  We would like to thank an our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate 2024 10 Metre SOTA Challenge Hams Help Community Radio Station Get Back on Air Global Response to Signals from Irelands 1st Satellite Tradition Carries on in Sweden A DXPedition Before a DXPedition ARRL Straight Key Night 2024 The History of Two-Way Radios

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 Quansheng UV-K5 SDR We would like to thank an our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ofcom Amateur Radio Consultation Statement WRC-23: Week-3 Update – 23cm and WPT ARRL RF Safety Committee Develops New Guidelines to Communicate RF Safety HAMSCI Releases First Solar Eclipse Findings ‘First light’: NASA receives laser-beamed message from 10 million miles away New Amateur Extra-Class Question Pool Released Proposal Submitted to ESA for Geostationary Microwave Amateur Payload

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and the episode's feature is SpyRadio and Parasets. We would like to thank an our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ofcom Investigation Helps to Convict a Man of Causing Interference to Amateur Radio Happy 10th Birthday FUNcube-1 (AO-73) POTA, SOTA and JOTA; Skywarn in Knox County, TN Fire Sweeps Through Nikola Tesla's Last Remaining Lab Using Radiowaves To Diagnose Climate Issues Hams Track Down Medicine in Short Supply for Critically Ill Child NASA Launches Spot the Station App YOTA Month 2023 has begun SDRconnect Preview 2 released

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Leslie Butterfields (G0CIB)  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is YouTube Channels for Ham Radio We would like to thank an our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate The First Worked All States Certificate Awarded for the 33-Centimeter Band RSGB Construction Competition ARRL Hails FCC Action to Remove Symbol Rate Restrictions New Satellite Distance Records An Easier Way to Report RFI in Germany FCC Extends Windows for Comments on 60m Proposal C6AQQ New Providence Island New SDRplay reseller in Australia

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is Amateur Radio, Someone Else’s Problem We would like to thank an anonymous donor and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Club opens arms to the Radio Community for a "build-a-long". - FCC Eyes New Approach to Wireless Alerts - FCC To Vote on Removing Symbol Rate Restrictions - Northern India State Makes Hams Top Priority - End of Teletext Service in Ireland - Saved by 2 Metres - RFI from above is Anything but Heavenly Interference - Broadcast Celebrates 80 Years for UK Shortwave Site - D.A.R.C. Celebrates 100 years of Broadcast Radio in Germany with a Transmission on Medium Wave and other Activities. - RCF funds amateur radio exams for young people - UK Amateur Radio Exam shutdown over festive season - Announcing the D-STAR QSO Party 2023

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 in the episode's feature is The Importance of WRC Agenda 9.1B We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Jamboree on the Air (JOTA)is on 20-22 October 2023 Presenter Opinion : Updating the Amateur’s Code Web-based Antenna Designer and Calculator ARRL Urges Comments to FCC on 60-Meter Band ARRL Launches The NTS Letter A book for all About POTA (Parks on the Air) Using Amateur Radio to Play Chess GigaParts Expands Facilities

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT,  Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is Simple Test Gear You Can Build, We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate RSGB Director's SOTA challenge YL in Philippines is net controller, Aged 10! Hams Enjoy a "SOTA ECLIPSE" Radio Event in Serbian Parks Honours Pioneering Activator - SK The YL CW Net is Back Cambridge Amateur Radio Club repeater VE3SWR went QRT HEMA Award Scheme Updates YOTA Month 2023

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is SOTA, POTA and Hiking Portable Antennas. We would like to thank our Patrick Bean, John Rees (GW0JRF) and Robert Swain monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate YOTA Month 2023 Yes, Learning About Radio Does Matter World Radio Conference 2023 Will Impact Amateur Satellite Service US Military Explores Wideband Above 100 GHZ US Government Blocks Salvage of Titanic's Wireless WRTC 2026 becomes an RSGB affiliated Special Interest Group 2023 SET Exercise to Test Skills and Emergency Preparedness

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT,  Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is More Workshop Tips. We would like to thank our John Bartlett (HK3C) and John Adams monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Polish Railways Fall Victim to Cheap Radio Attack Programme Marks 56 Years of Helping Hams with Disabilities Retailer Radio Shack Making US Comeback Park Activation Marks Anniversary of Deadly Bombing Parachute Mobile Ham Sets QSO Record UK Radio Fans Launch Petition to Save BBCs Longwave Service A Satellite Deployed a Drag Sail and Removed Itself from Orbit Five Years Early Switching off 3G and 2G networks: advice for IoT and third-party device suppliers - Ofcom RSGB Convention Draft Programme Released Radio Connects US Missile Silos for First Time Since 1960s

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 in the episode's feature is History of British Inland and Waterways on the Air (BIWOTA). We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Tropical Storm Hilary: Amateur Radio Activates SDRconnect Preview is available to download Arecibo Observatory Officially Shuts Down HamSCI Solar Eclipse QSO Parties Liquid Metal Battery to Flow into the Commercial Market IARU Region 1 General Conference RSGB Board Director Co-option

In this episode, we join Martin Butler (M1MRB), Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is Types of Coax Connectors. We would like to thank Nigel Wells (2W0CGM) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Satellite Returns via Guided Re-Entry Pakistan Launches DRM Radio with Transmitter Project ARRL and NASA Team Up to Help Teachers Landmark PACT for African Amateur Radio Response International Lighthouse and Lightship Weekend GB2RS in Morse code When QRP is a Big Deal Successful Orbit for CubeSATS Built in the Philippines ARRL Files Comments Against “Seriously Flawed” HF Rules Petition

In this episode, we join Martin Butler (M1MRB), Chris Howard (M0TCH), 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 in the episode's feature is Your Ideas and Comments. We would like to thank Roy Jones (VK6RR), Walter Washburn (KT0D), Gary Bridges (WA0VMV), John Bartlett (HK3C) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Students Achieve Radio Surfer Awards Amateur Radio Fun in the Colorado Mountains URE Seeks Community Assistance with URESAT-1 Presenter Opinion : CHOTA 2023 FCC Recruiting Field Agents ARRL Membership Dues Increases from 2024 BiWota - British Inland Waterways on the Air 2023  

In this episode, we join  Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT,  Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is our second half of our Ham Radio 2023 Round-Up. We would like to thank Keith Schlottman (KR7RK), Frank Westphal - (K6FW), Dino Papas (KLØS), Ed Jones (K8MEJ), Philip Heckingbottom VK6ADF and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate WRTC 2026 Announced – ICQPodcast Joins as Official Media Partner Student journalist makes video of GB23C SSES Michigan Hams Exempt from “distracted driving” Law Hams Honour Retired Search and Rescue Planes Study: Commercial Satellite Constellations EMIT RFI New N Class licence for Germany - Entry Level Licence to come in in July 2024 Commercial Interests Petition FCC for High Power Allocation on Shortwave Spectrum Team of Ukraine Takes Top Spot in WRTC Competition HamSCI Festivals of Eclipse Ionospheric Science Events

In this episode, we join  Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Leslie Butterfields (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. This episode's feature is Ham Radio 2023 Round-Up including Elecraft, ICOM, ACOM, QRP-Labs, Arriona, ELAD SDR and IARU. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate UK Amateur Radio Licence Proposed Changes. ICQPodcast Discusses with RSGB post Ofcom Announcement. Report sheds some light on Icom’s amateur radio strategy Satellite Enthusiasts Encouraged to Take the 'LEDSAT' Challenge Edison Research: Motorists Still Love Radio RadioGPT to Be Used at Univ. of Fla. Media Lab

In this episode, we discuss the recently released proposed changes to the UK Amateur Radio Licence with RSGB Chairman John McCullagh GI4BWM, President Stewart Bryant G3YSX and General Manager Steve Thomas M1ACB. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate

In this episode, we join  Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT and  Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is CW Innovations. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Distance Learning for Full Licence Exam - Young Dxpeditioners Plan for Guyana Trip - WRTC To Go Forward in Italy Despite Floods - CW OP Who Copied Titanic Signal Fan Page - Take Your Own Photos From Space? - King Hussein UK Radio Shack Donated to RSGB - 2023 ARRL Field Day

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 in the episode's feature is Intro to Spectrum Analyzers. We would like to thank Martin Malley (WØZZK) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate New SO-50 Distance Record NCDXF to offer $100k for solutions to deliberate QRM Cars Would be Required to Keep AM Radio under a new Bipartisan Bill ACMA Licencing Update Hamfest India Museum Ships On-the-Air Weekend AMSAT Orbital Elements Manager Retires

In this episode, we join  Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT,  Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is KISS Technology. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Congresswoman Lesko Reintroduces Bill to Replace Symbol Rate Limit with Bandwidth Limit Get Ready for Another ARRL Dues Increase Indian Amateurs Reunite Family after nearly 10 years ARRL Offers Assistance to Hams for RF Compliance RSGB supports International Women in Engineering Day Celebrating the Power of QRP ICQ Podcast Digital Group Granted GB23C RSGB team announced for YOTA Hungary ID-50E Dual-Band D-STAR Digital Handheld Radio

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 in the episode's feature is MM0UKI Rockall Dxpedition. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Artemis 2 Astronauts Flying to the Moon Could Phone Home with Ham Radio High-Altitude Balloon Launch Online Ham Bootcamp - 13th May 2023 ARRL Support FCC Proposes Changes to 60-Metre Band UK Coronation Call Signs Air Travel Chaos Looms as US Leeps 5G Altimeter Refit Deadline Annual Armed Forces Day Crossband Test SSTV Transmissions from ORBICRAFT-ZORKIY

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is MFJ8504 Review and Understanding HF Controls. We would like to thank Paul Coppin (M0YMJ) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ria Jairam, N2RJ, joins ARDC Board Your MultiMeter Might be Lying to You Vacuum Tube-Making on the Comeback in the US FCC Takes a Deeper Dive into Satellites Electrocuted While Helping Another Amateur Three Hams Chosen for Artemis Moon Mission RSGB Coronation Activities National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting Open during 2023 Dayton Hamvention

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 in the episode's feature is Our Recollections of 400 Shows. We would like to thank ICQPodcast 400 Club Member Winston Lawrence, KD2WLL, Neil Connor (M6CUE), Malcolm Heath (KS0T), Ed Efchak (WX2R), one-off donors Michael Rosenberg (N9YB), Gary Bridges (WA0VMV) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate New Australian Ham Licences Delayed ISS Time Traveller Broadcaster Shuts Longwave Radio Transmitter in Iceland American Clubs Grow with Collaboration Ofcom Plan of Work

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is Hamzilla 2023. We would like to thank  ICQPodcast 400 Club Member Winston Lawrence, KD2WLL, one-off donors Michael Rosenberg (N9YB), Gary Bridges (WA0VMV) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Echo of BBC’s first broadcast in Scotland 100 years ago is heard from centenary event at Pacific Quay Steubenville-Weirton Amateur Radio Club Donates Books to Library System Is there a Better Way to Safeguard Vital Repeaters? In the Car, Podcasts and Online Audio Continue to Grow FreeDV Aims to Bring Open-Source HF Digital Voice Into the Mainstream Astronauts from UAE Taking on Space Education Getting Serious About Sat-Phone Service Essex Ham Annual Survey Connecticut Governor Proclaims Amateur Radio Recognition Week

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 in the episode's feature is Recruiting into Ham Radio. We would like to thank  ICQPodcast 400 Club Member Winston Lawrence, KD2WLL, Dave LeBlanc (KF7JAF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate CB Radio vs. 10 Meter Radio: Which is better? Amateur Radio Digital Library is a Treasure Trove Auto Industry Non-Committal to Keeping AM in New Cars Hackers Disrupt Russian Radio NASA Help Wanted: Ham Radio Operators Please Apply Beware of Radio Selling Scammers New Satellite Distance Records

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is 23cm Antenna review and ISP Trouble. Spy Radio Stations that Still Broadcast Today An Expansion on Solar Cycle Prediction Another 100 year old Radio Club PRESENTER OPINION: There Are Almost as Many GMRS Licenses as Techs… Hobby Club’s Missing Balloon Feared Shot Down By USAF Fluke Multimeter Safety Issue 2022 Roanoke Division ARRL Service Award Recipient Selected New RSGB Youth Champion Appointed

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, 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 in the episode's feature is Thoughts and Reviews from the Caney Island Rally 44Net Assessment Survey Results are In! The Voice of ChatGPT is Now on the Air People across North Central Florida learn to use ham radios for communication British Science Week Bouvet Island DXpedition is On the Air! World Radio Day 2023: Radio and Peace Amateur Radio on the International Space Station Contacts two US Schools

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is Workshop Experiments. We would like to thank Martin Malley (WØZZK) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Internal Heating Element Makes These PCBS Self-Soldering Amateur Satellite FalconSAT-3 Nears Reentry DX-Unlimited, Arnie Coro, CO2KK — SK Grid Hunters who Use Satellites Risk Losing an Important Resource Natural Phenomenon Affects Radio Waves and Helps Science Missouri S&T Amateur Radio Club to Celebrate 100 Years Mobile App Available to Navigate 2023 Orlando HamCation RSGB Coronation Celebration Confirmed

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Leslie Butterfields (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is Working with SMD’s. We would like to thank  our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Mysterious Antennas Are Appearing in Utah's Hills and Officials Are Stumped India Joins Beaches On The Air Amateur Radio Operations at the US Military Academies Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission Changes to the Amateur Radio Goodbye Bluetooth? M0RWX Activates All G Summits in One Year Hamzilla 2023 QSOToday Expo March 2023

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is Radio Tips to Start 2023. We would like to thank Kelvin Crocker (G1ZSE) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate 70MHz, 4 m band released in Switzerland German Hams - Temporary Band Access Extended An Award for Hams who Help Others Reach DXCC Bill to Replace Symbol Rate Limit with Bandwidth Limit Bill to Eliminate Private Land Use Restrictions on Amateur Radio Yaesu Discontinue Models Who says CW ops don’t have a sense of humour?→ Malta Operation 2023 Coronation of King Charles III UK Direct to Full Amateur Radio Exam Bookings Open ARRL Straight Key Night 2023

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 in the episode's feature is Choosing a Hand Held / Handie Talkie. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate New General Question Pool Released for Ham Radio Licensing Radio Amateur Earns PhD in Electrical Engineering Museum of Information Explosion New Record Set on Lowest Ham Band in Australia Future of the BBC as Presented by Director-General Tim Davie Santa is On the Air Via Ham Radio John Hislop (G7OHO) joins RSGB’s Examinations and Syllabus Review Group CAMSAT XW-4 (CAS-10) Satellite To Be Deployed

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's, feature is Kick Start Ham Radio for 2023. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Dr. Ulrich Rohde, N1UL/DJ2LR/DL1R, to Be Inducted to the Indian National Academy of Engineering YOTA Month Big Promise from Ultra-Tiny Battery Santa HF Net is Coming to Town Filmmaker makes a Documentary - Documentary makes a Future Ham 146/147MHz NoV Extension FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 Special Event Stations How to Set Up a High Frequency (HF) Radio Station

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Leslie Butterfields (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's, feature is Restarting Hamfests. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Reaching Youth Through Amateur Radio in the Classroom Beware of Counterfeit Icom Products Germany's Proposed New "N" Class Entry-Level Licence RSGB Construction Competition QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo Heads to YouTube RSGB ESC Publishes Annual Report

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB,  Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is Part two of our Hamfest Round-up We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Amateur Radio Club Members Assist Law Enforcement RSGB Construction Competition Ham Radio’s News Information Channels Shrink By Two Got a Problem? Ask a Ham! If China declares war, These Ham Radio Enthusiasts Could be Crucial RSGB AGM 2023 RSGB Morse Test Coordinator Appointed FoxTelem Version 1.12 Released

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 in the episode's feature News from the Hamfest. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate San Angelo Amateur Radio Club Celebrates 100 Years Meters or MHz? December YOTA Month Tech Exam Cheat Sheet Call for Instructors Ham Radio Auction Supports ARRL Programs Underway ICOM Withdraw Android Apps

In this episode, we join Martin M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Three mini-reviews. We would like to thank Jeffery Wilson (VK2JEF) our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate New ‘5-Year Rule’ for Deorbiting Satellites to Address Growing Risk of Orbital Debris University Students Learn about Amateur Radio Satellites 16 New Radio Amateurs in Cyprus Radio Science 2.0: Ham Radio Activities for Kids in Romania ITU Elects Ham from US as New Secretary General Swiss Ban on the Sale of Anytone Transceiver (HT) December YOTA Month AMSAT-UK Colloquium Talks to be Live-Streamed RSGB 2022 Convention Livestream

In this episode, we join Martin M1MRB, Frank Howell (K4FMH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Tips from the Shack. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Amateur Radio Helps Disabled Sailboat to Port - Radio Amateurs are not Afraid of a Blackout - The Largest Commercial Communications Array ever has just Launched - 104-year-old Radio Ham is on the Air - First 40 MHz SSB contact between UK and South Africa - 40th Annual AMSAT Space Symposium and General Meeting - Videos from Digital Communications Conference 2022 - Latest Version of RSGB EMF Calculator

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and this episode's feature Is 10 Watts Enough? We would like to thank an Anonymous Donor, Nicholaus Lutz (W6NIK) our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate PRESENTER OPINION : How Healthy is your Club? New Zealand acts over Importation of Handheld Transceivers Special 9/11 Call Sign Regulations change Challenges Amateurs in Cambodia The Ultimate in SOTA/POTA/Portable All in One event New Advocate for Slow CW American Clubs Collaborate New Entry-Level Licence Class 'N' on its Way More African Countries Arrive on 60 m

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Frank (K4FMH), Chris (M0TCH) and Martin (M0SGL) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature FT8 as a Messaging Network. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Simultaneous APRS and Voice Repeater on the International Space Station Hams Radio Operators Support American Red Cross in Kentucky Flood Response 13-year-old Restoring Old Soviet Tech in Georgia Bicycle Mobile Competition at Ham Radio Event ARUMS newsletter - Over The Horizon Radars New Radio - Icom IC-905 New Radio - Yaesu FT-710 United States Special Event Free Windows RF Calculator - WinRFCalc GB3HA Back on Air in Northumberland

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Edmund Spicer M0MNG previews International Lighthouse and Lightships Weekend 2022. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARISS contact with Summer Camp students at Kopernik Observatory and Science Center, Vestal, New York, USA A Radio Relic Two New Amateur Radio Bands for Canadian Hams Hams on SOTA Event Help Prevent Major Forest Fire Angola DXpedition Promises People the moon Failure in Launching Indian Schoolgirls’ Ham Satellite NRAO Program to Educate Emerging Generation of Scientists using Amateur Radio QSO Expo Returns for Autumn 2022 Show Remembrance Day Contest AP75PAK Celebrates 75th Anniversary of Pakistan

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB)is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB)  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature SOTA Mountain Adventure. We would like to thank Scott Wright (K0MD), Richard Langmead (5B4AJG) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate UK Direct to Full Examination Syllabus Traffic Messages in APRS Map Service National ARRL Program for School Teachers 144/430 MHz bands to be used for PMR during 2024 Olympics Radio Hams to Operate from Hot Air Balloon Flight Refuelling Amateur Radio Society Hamfest Commonwealth Games 2022 Amateur Radio Station on the Air Lack of Danish Ham Radio Training

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Friedrichshafen 2022 interviews Part 2. We would like to thank Dino Papas (KL0S), Philip Heckingbottom (VK6ADF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Indonesia Prepares to Launch its First Amateur Radio Satellite EMF – Resources for Tutors and Clubs Proposed New Ham Radio Regulations in Slovakia Unknown Intruder in 21 MHz Band Youth Mentorship Program Launched by Radio Club of America British Inland Waterways on the Air 2022

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Friedrichshafen 2022 interviews Part 1. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Portugal Takes Action Against Illegal Communications Equipment Successful Morse Code Day in Open Air Museum Arnhem GNU Radio Aims to Improve Accessibility and Usability Ham Radio to the Rescue Irish Language Net Switzerland: New Repeater List Available Thirteen Colonies Special Event Runs Through 8th July 2022 RSGB Regional Vacancies

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature HAM RADIO Friedrichshafen 2022 Preview. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Young Person's Morse Tutor Kit Building Event AMSAT announces Youth Initiative at Hamvention The Mainstreaming of Morse Code New Insights from Retooled Disaster Drill Two Brits Arrested in Albania as Police Accuse them of Spying after Seizing Radio Gear Military Use of 50 MHz Frequencies Alamogordo Hamfest 2022 Distance Learning for Full Amateur Radio Licence Exam Radio Ham Becomes Archbishop

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Gateways On The Air 2022. We would like to thank Yusuf Chadun (M7CZF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate "Q" RSL to Celebrate The Queen's Platinum Jubilee SOTA on BBC Countryfile 23cm Band and Sat-Nav Coexistence: ITU-R WP4C Studies The Undead Spacecraft Essex Radio Amateur in Queen’s Birthday Honours List GB70U: From Guernsey to Space – and Back Again Boston Amateur Radio Club Field Day 2022

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Frank Howell K4FMH, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature On the Cusp of a Scientific Revolution? We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Two Students Aged 10 and 11 Get Ham Radio Licenses Radio Hams to Show off Skills During Field Day Event 6177km (3838 mi) QSO in FM 10 Metres Frequency 29.600 MHz Wireless Power Transmission Using 10 GHz England Queen's Platinum Jubilee Special Event Founders' Trophy Award Heil Ham Radio Rebrand RSGB Commonwealth Games Activities

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Handy Talkies, New or Secondhand. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL Youth Licensing Grant Program 40 MHz - Belgium Regulator Considering New Band German Radio Hams Celebrate Morse Code Day Female Students to visit DARC Amateur Radio Center Radio Hams to Commemorate Amelia Earhart's Transatlantic Flight New Zealand 60m Sub License Continued by Regulator Mobile App Available to Navigate 2022 Dayton Hamvention

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature The Fed Files We would like to thank Scott McDonald (KA9P) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Youth Preparedness Award for Clovis High School Students Solo voyager Horie, 83, Passes Hawaii 3 weeks into Pacific trip Amateur Radio Helps Rescue Injured California Outdoorsman Pubs and Clubs On The Air (PACOTA) 2022 FCC Issues Processing Licence Applications and Exam Session Files Antarctic Ham Radio Station Active for Children's Day 5 May 2022 1943.3 miles QSO in FM 10 Metres Frequency 29.600 MHz

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature, Ham Radio Boot Sale and Podcasters Quiz. We would like to thank Denny Morrison (GM1BAN) , Avishay Greenberg (4X5VG) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Dave Ritter, ND4MR, Receives ARRL Herb S. Brier Instructor of the Year Award Amateur Radio Led to a Teenager Embarking on an Electronics Career SOTA's 20th Anniversary G6WBS - SOTA Mountain Goat PRESENTER OPINION : Elvis Left the Building…in 2015 Youngsters on the Air contest results Dan Lloyd to Lead Ofcom’s Work Managing the UK’s Airwaves New FCC Application Fee will not Apply to Amateur Radio License Upgrades

In this episode, Colin Butler (M6BOY) is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Hamzilla 2022 We would like to thank Bradford Whiting (kd7gdt) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL Teachers Institute to Offer Four Sessions this Summer Russia and Belarus Suspended from CEPT membership Australian Radio Hams Help out after Floods AMSAT Receives a Grant From ARDC RSGB National Radio Centre re-opens International HEMA Day RSGB Announce Resignation of Board Director

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Amateur Radio Resources. We would like to thank Walter Washburn (KT0D), Patrick Ainge (WM2A) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ukraine Maintains Ham Radio Silence in State of Emergency Online Training for Ham Radio Exam in Spain Amateur Radio, ISS and STEM Successful QO-100 Ham Radio Emergency Communications Exercise FCC to Consider Radio Receiver NOI in April Workshop for Amateur Radio Operators Working to Advance Science St Patrick's Day Award 2020 World's Oldest Radio Amateur

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Improving your SSB contact ratio. We would like to thank Daryll McCathery (VK6DMC ), David Pyle (KW1DX), avid Reid (W6KL), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Enthusiast's Radio Collection in the Press New Postage Stamps Feature Amateur Radio in Greece Amateur Radio - A Life-Long Technical Hobby Avro Lancaster 80th Anniversary of the 1st operational sortie Amateur Radio in Ukraine Amateur Radio Emergency Communication may be hit by New Fees Frederike DH9FD - Germany's Youngest Class A radio amateur

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes WC3B and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature HamPi. We would like to thank Daryll McCathery (VK6DMC ), Mr D Renton, Appledore and District Radio Club and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Rye Man Convicted for Making Racial Remarks over Amateur Radio Networks Foundation Online Training Course Statistics Parks on the Air Radio Ham in the Press FreeDV Activity Day Pilots Fault Electronics "Spoofing" of GPS Signals Platinum Jubilee NoV Now Available Beijing Winter Olympics Special Event Station BY1CRA/WO22 is Active ARRL Announces New World Wide Digital Contest GB100 2MT marking the Centenary of British Broadcasting Inventor of APRS, Bob Bruninga W4APR is SK

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is a discussion with Dave CRUMP G8GKQ about Amateur TV and the BATC. We would like to thank Wes Nairne and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Two Radio Amateurs Appointed to the FCC Technological Advisory Council US Airlines Warn of Impending 5G Flight Disruption ARES Activates as Fire Destroys 1,000 Colorado Homes German North Pole DXpedition Researchers Build World's Smallest Antenna Using DNA Online Classes Help Boost Ham Radio in India RSGB Release Board Proceedings Advisory Board Aims to Encourage Youth into Ham Radio

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Bares (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is a discussion with Phil McBride VA3QR, new President of Radio Amateurs of Canada. We would like to thank David Strachan (2M0WHX) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FAA Update to 5G and FAA ARRL Surveying Field Day Participants New EMC Rules for Electronic Devices to Benefit Radio Hams Physics Professor Awarded NSF Grant for Workshop Comreg Amateur Radio License Negotiations RSGB Construction Competition ARRL Foundation to Create club grants program Spanish Radio Amateurs can Continue using 2.4 GHz

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Ham Radio Tips and Tricks 2022. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Georgia Club Donates License Manuals to Local Schools Norway is Trying to Track Down 2-Meter Intruders Amateur Radio Club Bands Together During Pandemic Boeing and Airbus Warn US over 5G Safety Concerns Finland's Radio Hams Send Gift to Icelandic Amateur Radio Operators World RadioSport Team Championship Rescheduled Special Event Call Sign OZ50Q 75th Anniversary of the Royal Belgian Amateur Radio Union UBA

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL) and Frank Howell (K4FMH) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Seasonal Radio Fun. We would like to thank David Bowie (ZL4DRB) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Storm Arwen - Why Power Cuts Left People Unable to Phone for Help World’s Smallest Moon Lander will Put Ham Radio Transmitter on the Moon Senator Blumenthal Supports Amateur Radio at Senate Confirmation Hearing 60th Anniversary of Launch of First Ham Radio Satellite RSGB National Radio Centre to Close Temporarily First GI-QRP Convention Monaco Special Event

In this episode, Colin Butler (M6BOY) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Martin Butler M1MRB and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature The right tool for the Job. We would like to thank Walt Washburn (KT0D) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Using an Arduino to Upgrade a 1970s Ham Radio New Law Hits AIS Beacons 10-year-old Radio Ham Launches his 3rd High-Altitude APRS Balloon US Virgin Island Amateur Radio Group Bolsters Repeater Infrastructure Indonesian Radio hams sign MoU with Defense University Norway Introduce Programs to get Kids into Ham Radio Spain Seeks to Attract Youngsters to Amateur Radio New Web-Based RSGB EMF Calculator Ofcom Consultation on Protecting 23.6-24 GHz The Next ICQ Digital Talk Group Met-up

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature we catch up with the RSGB, covering topics including Tackling RFI, IARU Region 1 Conference, training and a second year of virtual conferencing. We would like to thank Winston Lawrence (KD2WLL), Theodore Langdon (KU9CPD) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Volunteers Needed to Investigate Interference Problems October 2021 Volunteer Monitor Program Report Calling All Payphone Users - Thousands of Call Boxes Set for Protection Alike, but Not Alike: Broadcast vs Ham Radio Ireland and India Join Parks on the Air The CWops Award for Advancing the Art of CW Digital Radio Operating Manual Hamzilla Radio Rally On!!!

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature is The Lost Tribe, the Pied Piper and the Executive. We would like to thank Mark Weber, AB4IX, and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - VP0 New Prefix - Laboratory Test Model of 'Sputnik 1 EMC/EMI', 1957 - You can now order Pizza with Morse Code - ARRL Clean Signal Initiative on the Horizon - Broadcaster in Ham Radio 40m Band - High School Students Learn how to use Ham Radio - Denmark's 40 MHz Beacon is Back on the Air - New UK Mock Exam Papers Available - Pearl Harbor Day Memorial Special Event

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature is The Lost Tribe, the Pied Piper and the Executive. We would like to thank Mark Weber, AB4IX, and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - VP0 New Prefix - Laboratory Test Model of 'Sputnik 1 EMC/EMI', 1957 - You can now order Pizza with Morse Code - ARRL Clean Signal Initiative on the Horizon - Broadcaster in Ham Radio 40m Band - High School Students Learn how to use Ham Radio - Denmark's 40 MHz Beacon is Back on the Air - New UK Mock Exam Papers Available - Pearl Harbor Day Memorial Special Event

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature is ARDC supporting Amateur Radio. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Technician License Training Course Added to ARRL’s YouTube Channel -WSJT-X version 2.5.1 released - Licence Fees for 412 MHz Spectrum - BBC TV Archive Clip of 1949 Ham Radio Contact - What's a Long Length of LAN cable? A transmitter, of Course - No Ham Radio for Golden Globe Race 2022 - Oregon Student Satellite Expected to Launch Early Next Year

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature High Power Battery Box. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Radio France International Splatter “Untenable” Amazon Experimenting with Amateur Radio? UK Foundation Exam Practical Assessments Amateur Radio Volunteers Assist in Major US Cycling Event Exercise Blue Ham RSGB New Exam Online Booking System Available FMH Portable Operations Challenge 2021 Result

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB), Frank Howell (K4FMH), and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode, we feature New Open GD77 Firmware review by Ed Durrant (DD5LP). We would like to thank Sandip Nambiar, Douglas Rosser (VK2DCR) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - JOTA-JOTI Looking for Helpers - Satellite Light Pollution - California Club Assists Animal Rescue Group with Communication Support - IRTS Release Results of Amateur Radio Survey - RSGB Release Membership Totals - Radio Spectrum Guide for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games - Proposal to Ban all 300-2000 MHz Transmissions in SZM

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Teaching Ham Radio Classes. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Radio Amateur Told to Remove His Antenna ARRL Board Establishes Program to Cover Initial FCC License Fee for Young Applicants Amateur Radio Fees Reduce Study Shows Contesters are Aging Japanese Amateur Reaches Stricken Boat RSGB Remote Invigilation Figures Soar

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Grand Field Day. We would like to thank Michael Casavant (N1XRR) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Woman Says Ham’s RF Interferes with Her Insulin Pump Ham Saves Long-Distance Radio Friend (by accident) Contacts over 5,000 km in 144 MHz Opening FCC Application Fees Unlikely to go into Effect Until 2022 Sailing Vessel with Ham Radio History Marks 100 years Vanderbilt’s Silent CubeSat Awakens 6 months after Launch Bonaire Amateur Radio Club Established

In this episode, Colin Butler (M6BOY) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Martin Butler (M1MRB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode, we feature Questions, Answers and Tips. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Reid (W6KL), David Strachan (2M0WHX), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ofcom Inquiry About PMR 446 Prosecutions Hyderabad Hams Develop Low Cost Transverter for QO-100 Satellite ARRL Make Online RF Exposure Calculator Available Revised Prediction for Solarcycle 25 Radio Frequency Interference from Water UK Broadband Rollout Trial to Target Hard-to-Reach Homes Through Water Pipes Steel Schooner Gedania SP2J/mm Operation RSGB 2021 Online Convention EI2WRC to Activate Hook Lighthouse for ILLW

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature QSO Today Summer Expo ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Kevin Paquette (KC1OIZ), Gary Bridges (WA0VMV), Bob Collezioni, Roy Jones (VK6RR), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FCC Investigating Alleged “Jamming” on 40 Meters What Happens to British Ships When Satellites Don't Work? Repeater Troublemaker Caught Red-Handed! Free Online Examination Study Tool USA Active 40 MHz Experimental Station Brazilian Radio Hams Discuss Online Exams with Regulator

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Portable Operations Challenge 2021 ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Steve Murphy (M7XSM), Frank Westphal (K6FW), Nigel Wells (2W0CGM), Grant Porter (KG4SDR), Dino Papas KL0S, Dave Lufkin (KB3JRJ), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Swiss Radio Amateurs Face Fee to use QO-100 Janet K0JE and Janice K0JA - Ham Radio Twins FCC Reaffirms Fine for Marketing Non-Compliant RF Equipment Ham Radio Helping Lifelong Hobbyists Stay Mentally Fit in Old Age Presentation Tracks announced for QSO Expo RSGB Publishes Amateur Radio Survey Summary Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) Community Meeting

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Ed Durrant (DD5LP) and Frank Howell (K4FMH) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and this episode's feature - 8 Watt Handie Talkie. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Philip Heckingbottom VK6ADF and Dave Renton G1DUM and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FCC Seeks Comments in Proceeding Involving 70 and 5 Centimetres Australian 2X1 Call Signs New Version of WSJT-X July 2021 'Woodpecker' is Now a Cultural Heritage Site 820,000 Norweigan Kroner to Support Ham Radio Emergency Comms JARL Reports First Membership Increase for 27 years France: New Online Directory of Radio Amateurs New Zealand Frequency Allocation Table

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Parks on the Air by Bill Barnes (WC3B) and XIEGU G90 SDR Transceiver Review by Ed Durrant (DD5LP). ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Scott Wright, K0MD, and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Fly Me to the Moon WIA Seeks Review of Amateur Radio Exam System International Space Station to be in Cross-Band Repeater Mode for Field Day Aluminium-Ion Battery Development IARU Workshop Future of Amateur Radio - Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats RSGB EMF Update June 2021 FMH Portable Operations Challenge 2021, Parallel Regional or Local Group Competitions

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature have a double feature Hubs, Clubs and Virtual Meetings USA Style and Gateways On The Air Event ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Scott Wright, K0MD, and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Publicize your Field Day with these ARRL resources SRAL Hold Webinar for Young People Action Against Solar Panel Optimizer Causing Radio Interference Netherlands Use of Ham Radio Handheld Microphone While Mobile HamSCI Science Experiment Covid-19 Special Event - TM57COV Bahrain and Kyrgyzstan join IARU

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature we discuss the RSGB Survey with the New RSGB President. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Patrick Bean, Simon Bracegirdle, Walter Washburn (KT0D), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - CANWARN Online Training 2021 - Amateur radio on BBC Essex Breakfast Show - IRTS AGM Rejects New Licence Level Proposal - Congress Seeks to Designate National Amateur Radio Operators Day - Amateur Radio Software Award Goes to KN4CRD for JS8CALL - M0IBG Inducted into CQ Hall of Fame - RSGB National Radio Centre to reopen - Final Details on EMF from Ofcom

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Do we need to rebrand? ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Walt Washburn (KT0D), Andrew Coetzee (M0XZS) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - More Ham Radio Spectrum in 3-12 MHz Needed - Recognition for Young Operators in Ham Radio Contests - RSGB’s Amateur Radio Survey - Online Amateur Radio Training in Germany - Elderly Couple uses Military Morse Code Training to Escape Tennessee Assisted Living Facility - Brazil's Radio Hams Campaign for Tax Exemption - Gothenburg Celebrates 400 Years with Special Callsign SE400G - Full Licence Amateur Radio Mock Exam Papers Updated

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode we feature The not so simple Dipole ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Kevin Strishock (N3KA) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Updated Radio Frequency Exposure Rules Become Effective on 3rd May 2021 New 122GHz DX Record Amateur Radio has a New Census Radio Amateur Helps Rescuers to Locate Lost Hiker YOTA Summer Camp Croatia Postponed to 2022 GB5UTA Active in June for U3A Event 60 Metres in New Zealand

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Ed Durrant (DD5LP) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode, we feature Kit Building Tips - Joe Eisenberg K0NEB ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Dave Goodwin VE9CB, Sebastian Soyka OZ2IRO and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - NCVEC Question Pool Committee Seeks Input for an Updated Technician Question Pool - HEMA has come to South Germany - Cyprus Radio Hams Remove Discriminatory Language - Radio Frequency Interference from USB 3.0 - Friendship on the Air Award - RSGB Patron - His Royal Highness, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - New National Shortwave Listeners Club - Kanga Kits Closes Down - Business Up for Sale

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik, KB6NU, Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode we have a double feature RSGB Quarter 1 Update and Scouting Radio. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Michael Bridak (K6GTE), Christopher Naylor (VK3TLA) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Ofcom Released Age of Radio Amateurs Data - Modified French Amateur Radio Callsign for Great Britain Nationals - Cooperative Effort to Resolve Potential 70-Centimetre Interference Issue - New RSGB EMF Calculator Available - 4M IRTS News in the East Leinster region - Resuming UK Examinations in Clubs - Ham Radio Friedrichshafen Physical Event Cancelled

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode’s features is an Interview with John Amodeo from Last Man Standing by Ed Durrant DD5LP ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Walter Washburn (KT0D), Denny Morrison (GM1BAN) and Gilbert Carrasco jr (km6dak) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Bitcoin Transfer via Ham Radio Costa Rica and its great VHF National Channel Speedily Respond to Report of Interference to Licence-Exempt Devices RTÉ to Cease Radio Transmission on DAB Network French Ham Radio Exam Changes Help for CW Beginners RaDAR Challenge 2021 Belgium to Resume Ham Radio Exams RSGB Announce Record Foundation Exam Passes

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode’s features is in an interview with ARRL David Minster NA2AA, and the President, Rick Roderick K5UR as they discuss changes for the ARRL with Frank Howell K4FMH. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Tony Hickson (M5OTA), Mark Fairchild (2E0MFZ) and Richard Dalton and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Concord Student Wins Congressional App Challenge - ARRL Reject Additional VEC's - ARRL to consider covering young members license fee - German Radio Hams Tackling RF Noise Pollution - UK Amateur Radio Operator Celebrates 100th Birthday - The Royal Australian Air Force - 100 Year Centenary. VK100AF & VI100AF - Light Up 2 Meters Night, an FM Simplex Event - ARRL CEO David Minster (NA2AA) to keynote QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode’s features is the Joy of VHF and Above with Tim Kirby (GW4VXE) followed by your listener feedback. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Terry Perry and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Amateur Radio on Hackaday - French Military Seeks Radio Receivers / Jammers - A New Version of WSJT-X is Now Available - Beware of Fake SDRplay Devices - Using Powerline Noise to Map Sporadic E - Extension to Field Day Rule Waivers from 2020, Add Class D and E Power Limit - RSGB's 'Get on the Air to Care' Construction Competition Winners - Additional Free UK Ham Radio Foundation Online Course Planned

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and in this episode’s features is the QSO Show Expo. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - FCC - Radio Users Reminded Not to Use Radios in Crimes - 3,500 German Radio Interference Complaints in 2020 - JARL Wants to Increase Youngsters Amateur Radio Experience Opportunities - Sweden's Oldest Radio Ham on TV - City Antenna Law Upturned By FCC Ruling - Distance Learning Course for Full Exam - Intrepid-DX Group Invites Nominations for Intrepid Spirit Award

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and in this episode’s features How to improve your Handy Talkie. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - New WSJT mode Q65 - Digital Modes on any Android Device - Radio Ham Raises Money for 'NHS Charities Together' - 2021 Carole Perry Educator of the Year Announced - AMSAT/Vanderbilt RadFXSat-2/Fox 1E Set to Launch - Hamvention 2021 Cancelled - QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo March 2021 - Winter 2021 AM QSO Party - Available/Reserved UK Amateur Radio Callsigns

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and in this episode’s features we answer your questions. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Dave Pyle (KW1DX), Walter Washburn (KT0D) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - FCC Sets Amateur License Fee at $35 - 3200km opening on 144 MHz in Australia - Ofcom Release New Licences Total - Temporary Licence for 160m Ham Radio Band Extended - FCC Starts Crackdown on Pirate Radio Landlords - Amateur Radio Decline in Japan Continues - Austria Receives 60m and 630m Christmas Present - HB40POLICE - Switzerland Special Event - Ham-Com Event to Close

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s features is RSGB/NHS Christmas update of their Get on the Air to Care Campaign. This feature also includes details of a charity auction of a morse key supporting the NHS and construction contest. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Bill Seward (W4EXT), Stephen Wardley (G6JEF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - UK Amateur Radio Full Licence Study Group - Ham Radio Operator Certificate in Bank Card Format - 99th anniversary of Transatlantic Tests - Free 50 MHz ham radio band ebook - EI YOTA Success - Ham Radio Exams in Germany Stopped - Jersey Based GB7JI Joins the D-STAR Repeater Network - Antarctica Operation RI01ANT

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s features is TinySA is it any good? ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Peet (KG5WSA) and Jonn Sandon (G8DVB) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Pella Amateur Radio Club APRS Balloon Spans the Globe - Arecibo Dish to be Decommissioned - National Amateur Radio Day resolution Introduced into Congress - Radio Communications Regulations (General User Radio Licence for Short Range Devices) Notice 2020 in force - 144Mhz TEP Openings - Sunspot Cycle 25 to Set Records? - Get on the Air for Christmas Campaign Update - Netherlands Radio Amateurs Face 2021 Fee Increases - G Prefix Callsigns New Full Exam Pass

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s features is an Interview with Wade, VK1MIC. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Peter Caffrey - WX6Z, Jack Haefner and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - 5G: Using Drones to Beam Signals from the Stratosphere - Shortwave Radio Blackout - Transmitting Morse Code via Raspberry Pi Ethernet RF Leakage - 3000km plus Contact made on 433 MHz - Get on the Air for Christmas Launched by the RSGB - Christmas Special Event - Low-Band Titan John Devoldere, ON4UN, SK

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s features is Interview with Homebrew Hero 2020. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - New Optical Communications Station - Developer Expresses Puzzlement over FT8 Contest Use - ARRL Urges Members to Strongly Oppose FCC’s Application Fees Proposal - Guidelines Issued for ARRL DX Contest Multi Operator Stations - Oldest Known US Radio Amateur, Cliff Kayhart, W4KKP, SK - Successful Mine Rescue Special Event - XR33M - Historic Radio Books Available for Download - Stenigot Radio on the Air

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s features is HF-PRO-2-PLUS-T Antenna Review by Ed Durrant DD5LP. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Reid (W6KL) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Mass Amateur Radio Balloon Launch by USA Schools - Sale of Amateur Radio AMPRnet TCP/IP Addresses Raised $108M - ARRL Comments in Orbital Debris Mitigation Proceeding - Radio Ham Attacked in UK - Orlando HamCation Postponed - New Zealand 5 MHz Amateur Band Usage Ceases - Malta added to CEPT Radio Amateur Licence

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s features is Massive DXing on 2m, an interview by Edmund Spicer M0MNG with Cesar Regalado Leon EA8CXN ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Ofcom to introduce new spectrum licence conditions - French Investigation to 5G Risk - AO-27 satellite celebrates 27 years in space - New WSJT Candidate Release Features FST4 - Italy Adopts Remote Oral Amateur Radio Exams - Radio Signals from Mars - Belgium Suspends Ham Radio Exams - EANET Sprint Contest 2020 - Two Astronauts Achieve Amateur Radio Licenses Cesar Regalado Leon EA8CXN YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqKCJjL_2fxxu79e5onsK6Q/featured Cesar Regalado Leon EA8CXN Website - https://ea8cxn.es/

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s features are  SDRPlay Announcements and Senhaix 8600 Review by Chris Howard M0TCH ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank William Woodward (W7DOC) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Two VU Hams Make Six FM satellite QSOs in Single Day - Plants Grow Faster on 40m Band - Regulator responds to LABRE letter - International Radio Stations now Restricted on TuneIn - Air Force Research Laboratory Tracks Sporadic E - Old TV Caused Village ADSL Broadband Outages for 18 months - Remote Invigilation for the Full licence Exams - Australian WW2 Special Event - FMH Portable Operations Challenge allows 'Patio Portable'

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Hams Celebrate Healthcare Heroes. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Scott McDonald (KA9P), Annemarie Nugent (EI9KW) and DAVID LEBLANC (KF7JAF) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - ARRL Board elects new CEO - Trans-Atlantic Opening on 144 MHz between the Canary Islands and the Caribbean - FCC Proposes Charging Amateur Radio License Fees - ISS 437.800 MHz Cross Band Repeater Activated - Brazil Proposes End of All Amateur Radio Exams - Six Metre Group AGM Goes Online - Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary - EURAO Party - Summer 2020: working on 80m and 40m bands

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is a discussion with Dr. Scott McIntosh of the National Center for Atmospheric Research, Boulder, CO, USA regarding Exciting Bumper New Solar Cycle. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Richard Langmead (5B4AJG) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Researchers Predict a Surge in Cosmic Rays - Radio Hams Assist Teams on Ground with Contact Tracing - International Air Ambulance Week 2020 - Hawaii Ham Radio exams in USA during pandemic - German Radio Amateur Falsely Accused in Greece - UK Ham Completes Lands End to John O Groats Solo Cycle - ARRL Board Elects New CEO - Findlay Radio Club Hamfest Cancelled - FCC Proposes to Reinstate Amateur Radio Service Fees

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Launch Portable Operations Challenge ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Charles Riley (G4JQX) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FT8 Experiment on 40 MHz - 1st to 15th August 2020 Why Hobby Electronics is a great thing to take up? Broken Cable Damages Arecibo Observatory Portable RF Hacking Tool with a Sub 1GHz RF Transceiver, BLE and USB ARRL HF Band Plan Committee submits final recommendation Chain Home Radar - Battle of Britain Anniversary Special Event Station Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame GQRP Club Releases Agenda for its Online Convention 2020

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Organising a SOTA Weekend. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank an anonymous donor along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Australian Call Sign Structure - ARRL - What's wrong with ham radio? - Unauthorized Transmissions in 144 MHz Satellite Allocation - HobbyKing Fined Nearly $3 Million for Marketing Unauthorized Drone Transmitters - High school Marine Buoy Transmitter Now Active on 20m WSPR - QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo - SOTA Day 2020 (Austrian) - RASA’s QTC Magazine Moves to Fully Electronic

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Radio Questions Answered. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Daryll McCaffrey, Ed Efchak (WX2R), Andrew Whybrow (M0IRU), David Bowie, Ed Jones (K8MEJ), Phil Heckingbottom (VK6ADF), Dino Papas KLØS, Gayln True Hall and two anonymous donors along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Successful Foundation Webinar - 5000 km plus Opening on 144 MHz from Cape Verde Islands to Europe - PRESENTER OPINION: The Rebirth of HF? - The Uncertain Future of Ham Radio - Proposed Shortwave Station in Illinois Prompts an Objection - DIY Weather Satellite Ground Station - UK National Hamfest 2020 Cancelled - European SOTA Activity Day 19th September 2020 - ILLW on Track for 2020

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Homebrew CAT and Programming Cable ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate First Ireland & Slovenia Contact made on 40 MHz Band Transatlantic Emergency Call UK Radio Ham Answers Call for Help Ham Radio Saved My Life! Presenter Article: Prominent Ham Operators Lead Major Covid-19 Pandemic Effort First Annual “Dream Rig” Youth Essay Contest Online Remote Invigilation Expanding GB100RS Special Event Wales Special Event GB0WMZ NRRL form Vision and Action Working Group

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Dan Romanchik KB6NU to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Rob Sherwood, NC0B on Transmitter Performance. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Gary Bridges (WA0VMV) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Credit Card Chip used to make Crystal Radio IARU Submitted Paper Raises Rising RF Noise Levels AO-73 Now in Fulltime Transponder Mode Raspberry Pi FUNcube Satellite Telemetry Decoder Now Available PRESENTER OPINION: Collins Driving Another Nail into the Amateur Radio Emcomm Coffin? G-QRP Convention 2020 Will be a Virtual Event Hamvention 2021 Chair Appointed Russian-Ukrainian Radio War Spreads

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is The Futures of Ham Radio. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Kevin Strishock (N3KA), Michael Street (G3JKX), Lizzy Cannon (G0MDL) and Billy Kemp and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Record Numbers to take UK Foundation Exam - Ham Radio Operators still Transmitting - FT8 Used for Moonbounce (EME) Contact - AO-27 Returns from the Dead - Next Ham Heading to Space Station after Historic Launch - ARISS Establishes Itself as an Independent Organization - APRS Payload Balloons to Race Across North America in Educational Challenge - GQRP Club Online

In this episode, Colin M6BOY is joined by Dan Romanick (KB6NU), Edmund Spicer (M0MNG) and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is the Maintenance Time. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Kelly Breed and Nestor Jacovides (5B4AHZ) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - RAYNET Helps Elderly Man - Blind Amateur Radio Operator Promotes Hobby with New Aerial and Morse Code - ARRL Seeks Clarification of Amended Amateur Service RF Safety Rules - Wireless Power Transfer: CIS/B/737/CDV rejected - 2020 State of the Hobby Survey - Director, Vice Director Nominations Invited in Five ARRL Divisions - Judge Approves Retrieval of Titanic Marconi Wireless Equipment

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is the Restoring Valve/Tube Gear. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Register for Next EssexHam Foundation Online Amateur Radio - Long-Lost U.S. Military Satellite found by Amateur Radio Operator - Beyond Exams Resources Launched by the RSGB - FCC Providing Flexibility to Volunteer Examiners in Developing Remote Testing Methods - RASA launches Welcome to AR guidebook for Newcomers - PRESENTER OPINION : A Way Back to Relevance for Amateur Radio? - Coronavirus: How Amateur Radio is Connecting People during Lockdown - Blind Amateur Radio Operator Promotes Hobby with New Aerial and Morse Code - Richard Newstead Retires from SOTABeam - Special Event Station GB0GIG (Gwasanaeth Iechyd Gwladol)

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Dan Romanchik KB6NU to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is the National Communication Museum. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our Ben Harrison (AJ6NH) and monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Centenarian Radio Amateur on BBC Radio Solent - Historic First Trans-Atlantic Contact Made on 432 MHz - Tweet with Morse code - Amateur Radio on BBC Three Counties Radio - Morse Code App - RSGB Launches National Mental Health Campaign in Partnership with the NHS - Essex Ham Foundation Online Training Breaks Records - Japan’s Radio Amateurs Gain Expanded Access to 160 and 80 Metres

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barns N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - Passion of Shortwave Listening with Thomas Witherspoon K4SWL. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - USA Conducts First All-Online Ham Radio Exam - Is April the month of Solar Minimum? - PC Magazine article on how to mitigate Zoom risk - Hamvention QSO Party - Lee Jennings Memorial Activity Marathon - GB1COR Special Event Station - IARU 95th Birthday - 144 MHz Trans-Atlantic record Extended to Almost 4,760kms

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barns N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - Passion of Shortwave Listening with Thomas Witherspoon K4SWL. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - USA Conducts First All-Online Ham Radio Exam - Is April the month of Solar Minimum? - PC Magazine article on how to mitigate Zoom risk - Hamvention QSO Party - Lee Jennings Memorial Activity Marathon - GB1COR Special Event Station - IARU 95th Birthday - 144 MHz Trans-Atlantic record Extended to Almost 4,760kms

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barns N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - Passion of Shortwave Listening with Thomas Witherspoon K4SWL. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - USA Conducts First All-Online Ham Radio Exam - Is April the month of Solar Minimum? - PC Magazine article on how to mitigate Zoom risk - Hamvention QSO Party - Lee Jennings Memorial Activity Marathon - GB1COR Special Event Station - IARU 95th Birthday - 144 MHz Trans-Atlantic record Extended to Almost 4,760kms

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - Why Coax Fails ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Dean Sproull (VE5SPR) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Scientists Create Quantum Sensor that Covers Entire Radio Frequency Spectrum It’s Time for Remote Amateur Radio License Exams WIA Board Comment Need a new hobby? Try amateur radio! Fair Lawn Amateur Radio Club Begins Daily Health & Welfare Broadcasts Errata to 2020-2024 Amateur Extra-Class Question Pool Released Hamvention Names 2020 Award Winners EU to Impose VAT on Low Value Parcels Ofcom Awards Six New Community Radio Licences

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - Kit Building Tips. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Strachan (2M0WHX) and Terry Bradford and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Clubs as Hubs? - New Ham Radio Syllabus: Exam Pass Rate Figures Released - Motorola wins Copyright Infringement Case against Hytera - RSGB Exam Papers - Attracting youth to ham radio: Get out of their way! - A Working Scale Model of a HF Curtain - Ofcom Stops Issuing Short Full Calls - New QO-100 Band Plan Announced - Hamvention Officials Keeping an Eye on Coronavirus

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Dan Romanchik KB6NU to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - Launching the Illinois Young Ham Club and a report from the BRATS Rally. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Successful 47 GHz Ham Radio Moon Bounce Test Amateur Radio Operating Procedures British Radio Antenna Arrives at Space Station Spy Radio Found During Archaeological Dig SOTA Flavours Challenge DV Week 1-7 March 2020 ICQPodcast's Ruth on Air UK 5 MHz Beacon to Close ISWL Callsigns for March 2020 Distracted Driving Regulations in Canada Update

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell - M0SGL, Frank Howell - K4FMH and Bill Barnes - N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - South Essex Rally Review. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - ARRL Expands its Roster of Online Discussion Groups for Members - Undersea Expedition Planned to Retrieve Titanic’s Radio Gear - Bletchley Park- Build a Radio Receiver - Mysterious Radio Signal from Space is Repeating Every 16 days - French look at 3-Tier CEPT ham radio structure - RSGB Train the Trainer - New Amateur Extra Question Pool Released - Turn the bands Green for St Patricks Day

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - NanoVNA are they any good? ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Dave Pyle (KW1DX), Tim Price (G4YBU)and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Radio hams Rescue Teenage Girl from Kidnappers - Barry Shelley (N1VXY) - Interim ARRL CEO - Continued Access to 3GHz spectrum - New IARU Region 1 record on 134 GHz – 65km - Australian Bushfires Causing Major Telecommunication Outages - Maine Bicentennial Special Event - YOTA Matching Fund Drive - Greenland and Denmark Special Event

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Frank Howell K4FMH, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - Questions Answered and Tips. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Constantine Papas (KL0S), Leslie Boddington (G4JDC) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - G4KUX extends 432 MHz tropo record to 4,644kms - DARC 70 Years - Going Ham at Green Bank Elementary-Middle School - Tunisia Issues Personal Licenses to Operate - YOTA Month a Success in the Americas - Leadership Elections Highlight ARRL Annual Board Meeting - ARRL On the Air Podcast Premieres - Canvey Radio & Electronics Rally - Special Certificate to Celebrate 30 Years of LUSAT - Swiss Special Event Station

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Ruth Willet KM4LAO, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - Is it worth building a SMALL contest/DX station? ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - ARRL - Dare to Imagine - Radio Amateurs Aid in Rescue in Remote NZ park - RSGB Earthing and the Radio Amateur Leaflet Updated - Radio Theory Handbook - 2nd Edition - GB7PY Repeater Stolen - New Irish Beacon on 60 MHz Now on the Air - VO2AC - Canadian Lighthouse Operation

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell - M0SGL, Frank Howell - K4FMH, Ed Durrant - DD5LP and Bill Barnes - N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - Low Band VHF. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Scott McDonald (KA9P), Richard Drexel (K4RJD) and Bill Seward (W4EXT) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Ham Radio to Encourage Student Interest in Science - FT4 and JS8 Added to the RFzero - African Parks-on-the-Air Programme - Library artwork honours STEM teacher Barbara Ranson formerly AAØI - ARRL Reshapes its Podcast Offerings for 2020 - DRM Tests from Hungary on 26 MHz continue into 2020 - TM70TAAF Special Event - Australian 70cms Digital Record Extended to 2806 kms!

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Matthew Nassau M0NJX, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is - CW Invaders Game / Training Aid ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Peter Caffery, Daniel Sullivan (KC3NKF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - New Ham Radio Antenna Bill being Drafted - Happy Birthday FUNcube-1 (AO73) - Halfords Make Radio Signals Travel 'Super-Fast' - Proposed FCC Auction of C-Band Increases Competition for Allocation - Clearing Radio Amateurs out of 3.4 GHz - UK Beginners licence - KB6NU - M17 DMR - KB6NU - SARL Novice Award - Ham Radio Day Aboard the RMS Queen Mary - Hamvention Admission, Fees to Increase

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Frank Howell K4FMH, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Bob Allison (WB1GCM) ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - IARU Region 1 - Alcohol Ban at YOTA events - Ham Radio Reaching 'an Inflection Point' - W1AW Commemorate Ham Radio Spanning Atlantic - UK University Amateur Radio - YOTA Summer Camp in the Americas - 60m Band a Step Closer in France - Five Train the Trainers Courses for 2020 - ARRL Self-Guided Emergency Communication Course EC-001-S is Now Available On-Demand

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Pocket Electronic Workshop. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Joey Ferguson (W4JF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - AM Amateur Radio Europe announce the AM QSO Party 2020 - HackSpace magazine Antenna Article - West Point Cadets use Amateur Radio to Contact ISS - Build a Long-Distance Data Network using Ham Radio - FCC Asked to Clarify Amateur Rules Governing Encrypted or Encoded Messages - New Arkansas Beacon on Air - Saudi Arabia and Seychelles join IARU - Irish Digital Radio Stations to Close

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Frank Howell K4FMH, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Grow, Merge or Disband your Amateur Radio Club! ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - PACTOR Developer SCS Announces Monitoring Software - Can Online Ham Radio Exams Improve Accessibility? - Inspiring Youth with Science in Space - Michigan State University Amateur Radio Club Celebrates Centennial with Second-Century Special Event - New ARRL Online Groups for More Direct Communications - Amateur Radio Operator Faces Fine for Blocking Other Amateurs - RSGB Youth Team Recruiting - December is YOTA Month

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB/W9ICQ) discusses Propogation Tools with Steve Nicol G0KYA and finds out how the RSGB has modernised the adjudication of RSGB Contests for faster, more accurate results with Simone Wilson M0BOX. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Jim Thompson (2E0FOA) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate 2019 Construction Competition Winners New On the Air Magazine Concern and Confusion in California’s Amateur Radio Ranks Apply now to run GB19YOTA

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Homebrew Heroes. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Reid (W6KL) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - OR Prefix Celebrates Belgium Princess Birthday - US radio ham flies to UK to present First Class Operator Club Honor - SOTA Mountain Goat Award - Ofcom 2018/19 Annual Report - GB3JV London TV Repeater - Melbourne QRP by the Bay - HAREC exams at HAMEXPO show 12 October 2019

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB/W9ICQ) reviews headphones from BHI Noise Cancelation Products, A Handheld Radio Programming Guide and we speak to Chris Taylor from Moonraker regarding Rola Masts, Network Radio and a Dual Band DMR Radio with Bluetooth Connectivity to any device. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Anne Marie Nugent and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL Online Auction Exercise Blue Ham 2019 South Hampshire Repeater Group Launches 70cm ‘Internet Free’ Linking Netherlands - Changes to Ham Radio Call Sign Policy

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Ed Durrant DD5LP, and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is UK Hamfest 2019. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Anne-Marie Nugent and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - North Korea tests DRM on Amateur Radio Band - Bulgarian hams Gain Limited Access to 50 MHz - Pirate DAB multiplexes take to the Air - Saltwater and Plastic Antenna - Wanna hijack a USAF orbiting satellite? - Volunteer Monitor Program to Debut - National Club of the Year 2018 Winners Announced - VK Licence Conditions Changes - OR Prefix Celebrates Belgium Princess Birthday

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Matthew Nassau M0NJX, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Rob Sherwood from Sherwood Engineering. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Neil Connor (M6CUE), Frank Westphal ( K6FW) and Charles Riley (G4JQX) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - ARRL HF Band Planning Committee Reactivated - VDSL - PTA Imposes Restrictions on Radio Amateur - Radio Hams Track Interfering Signals - Good News for Amateur Radio Two Metre Band - Hamvention to Stay at Xenia for next 5 Years - AMSAT-LU PicoBalloons Travels around the Globe - North Korea tests DRM on Amateur Radio Band - GB100GP Active for Jamboree on the Air

In this episode, Colin Butler (M6BOY) discusses training, licencing and growing the amateur radio hobby with Martin Butler (M1MRB/W9ICQ), Chris Howard M0TCH and Dan Romanchik (KB6NU). ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Donald Gover (KC9ZMY ), Nigel Wells (2w0cgm) and John Baggott (K2BAG) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate International Air Ambulance Week 2019 Eddie De Young (AE7AA) Named CQ Awards Editor

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is the GB55RC activation onboard Radio Caroline at the start of August. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Joe Ferguson (W4JF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Parks on the Air Come to England - World's First FT8 Contact on 122 GHz - VRT Withdraws Slur Against Radio Amateurs - BBC Service to Kashmir on Shortwave Increased - Ideas Sought for the Next FUNcube Satellite - Hiram Percy Maxim 150th Birthday Celebration - Radio Hams Continue Support of RNLI - Automated Contacts Prohibited - RSGB Release Mock Exam Papers

In this episode, Frank Howell (K4FMH) talks to ARRL CEO and Secretary Howard Michel (WB2ITX), who provides an update from the recent ARRL committee meeting. Martin (M1MRB) and Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the Amateur Radio announcement this week. GQRP Convention 2019 Join W1AW 150th Birthday Celebration AMSAT Space Symposium Call for Papers MFJ Joins Corporate Prize Donor List for HomeBrew Heroes Award ARRL BoD Minutes - http://www.arrl.org/files/file/2019%20Board%20of%20Directors/Final%20Minutes%20July%202019.pdf

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Matthew Nassau M0NJX, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Ruth Willet KM4LAO and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Long Island CW Club. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Michael Rosenberg (N9YB), Constantine Papas (KL0S) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Radio Spectrum Management Traces an Activated Unregistered Personal Locator Beacon The Internet’s Impact on International Radio Australia: WIA board comment AMSAT member wins Alabama Outstanding Youth Ham Award First UK 288 GHz CW Contact FT8 Digital Mode Club 2nd Anniversary BARTG GB60ATG Special Event 146MHz band Gets Extra Year

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is AMSAT US with Keith KB1SF. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Marcellino Gemelli (KM6EAY) and an Anonymous Donor and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - No Consensus Reached for FCC on 'Symbol Rate' Issues - Brazilian Students Building QO-100 Ground Station - Distracted Driving Measure Among Many New State Laws - New Raspberry Pi 4 Problem Reported with Certain USB-C Cables - Millions of AMPRNet Internet Addresses Sold to Fund Grants and Scholarships - Missing Amateur Radio Operator - ILLW 2019 Final Countdown - Siglent Joins as Homebrew Heroes Award Corporate Sponsor

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Bill Barnes N3JIX, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Mike Duke (K5XU). ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Ed Jones (K8MEJ) and John Merkel (AJ1DM) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Sensational First-Ever Contact via Moon Orbiting Transponder DSLWP-B - Scientist Cathryn Mitchell, M0IBG, Honored for Ionospheric Imaging Research - 104-year-old Radio Ham who Helped put Humans on the Moon - RSGB Considering Single Full Amateur Radio Exam - Hiram Percy Maxim 150th Birthday Celebration - French Consultation on 5 MHz Amateur Band - New Science Museum Exhibition - US Apollo 11 Special Event - Nominate Your RAC Amateur of the Year

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Dan Romanchik (KB6NU) and Frank Howell (K4FMH) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Ham Radio 2019. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate UK Amateur Radio Exam Statistics for 2018 Released Using AIS Metadata to Monitor Propagation in the 2m Band 16-year-old Ham Radio Satellite Builder New 8-Meter Amateur Band? 144 MHz and the WRC Process ARRL Amping up Code Proficiency Awards Walmart Parking Lots on the Air 2019 Scientist Cathryn Mitchell, M0IBG, Honored for Ionospheric Imaging Research Friedrichshafen Ham Radio - Attendance Falls Again AM3WRG - World Roller Games

In this episode, Colin M6BOY is joined by Bill Barnes (N3JIX), Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB). Edmund Spicer (M0MNG) and Ed Durrant (DD5LP) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is HMS Belfast, D-Day’s Communication Ship. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Kenny Johns (WN8Y) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - New Beta Version of FT4 Now Available - AMSAT President Joe Spier, K6WAO, Awarded Russian E.T. Krenkel Medal - French Proposes 144-146 MHz for Aeronautical Mobile Service - PW Contest Used to Publicise Amateur Ham Radio - Could a New Licence Counter Threats at VHF and Above? - Ham Radio at Women in Tech Event - YCP Group Taking Part in IARU HF Contest - RASA Calls for 1 kW for Australia

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is a double feature, a fictional book featuring amateur radio called Equinox and 40 years of BYLARA. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Phil Stephenson (K0PWS) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL Considering Move of Corporation from CT to DE Number of Radio Amateurs in France 175th Anniversary of Morse Code New Ham Radio Regulations in Belgium Sheffield & District Wireless Society - 100 year anniversary SARL Youth Sprint and World QRP Day Germany Permits 50 MHz Ham Radio Contest Operation Sharon White to Step Down as Ofcom Chief Executive

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Bill Barnes N3JIX and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Dayton Hamvention 2019. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank John Stevens (AB9JS), Michael Ladd (KD2KOG), Scott MacDonald (KA9P) and his wife Sara, Will Christman WD5I  and Tage Carlson K1SEI and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate VOA Museum to host 75th-anniversary commemoration of D-Day Record Number of South African Candidates for Radio Amateur Exam CEPT Annual Radio Interference Statistics Arizona Homeowners Association - Outdoor Antenna Guidelines British Inland Waterways on the Air 2019 GCARC Special Event Station Proposed 60m Trial in Australia

In this special edition of the ICQ Amateur / Ham Radio Podcast, we interview the breaking hardware announcements from Dayton Hamvention, Yaesu’s FT-3DR Handheld, FlexRadio Multiplex Software and Elecraft K4. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Frank Howell K4FMH and Dan Romanick KB6NU to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is the WOLFWave Audio Processor by Martin Butler M1MRB. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Chuck Chivers (VE3VSA) and Bill Hester (N0LAJ) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Amateur Radio Club Lends a Hand to Firefighters - Arduino and RF from kHz to 1 GHz - RM-11828 Technician Enhancement - Update - First on-air test of FreeDV 2020 - Radio Experiments by Colonel Dennis EI2B - Dayton Hamvention Providing Information Radio Station on 1620 AM

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Bill Barnes N3JIX and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Martin M1MRB, Edmund M0MNG and Colin M6BOY visit to Yaesu to get hands-on with the new FTDX 101D. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Nigel Wells (2W0CGM) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - UK Foundation Licence Changes - Bouvet Island DXpedition News - New Digital Mode FT4 - Radio Ham to Set Up Emergency Communications Centre - RSGB ARDF Championships 2019 - Experts Predict Long and Deep Solar Minimum

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is The S-meter by Martin (M1MRB). ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank William Heckleman (KC3HZU) and Kevin Rupp (WN7Z) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - FCC Asked to Allow All-Digital on AM Band - MagPi Features Ham Radio - New Packet Radio - Hamnet over 70cm - Petition Seeks to Limit Digital Modes to Open-Source Software - 2019 State of the Hobby Results - Take In National Voice of America Museum of Broadcasting During Hamvention - Amateur Radio SSTV Art Expo - Successful Club Expands Training Team

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is an interview with Howard Michel, WB2ITX, CEO of the ARRL, discusses his vision for the organisation. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Andy Cowley and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FCC Invites Comments on ARRL Technician Enhancement Proposal New 47 GHz and 122 GHz Records Set Modified Digital QST App Now Available for Apple iOS Users Ham Radio Geostationary Satellite Transponders AMSAT’s 50th Anniversary Czech Amateur Radio Team to Activate Jersey Greece Makes 60m Available to Amateur Radio ICQPodcast Event : Work ARRL CEO Howard Michel - https://www.icqpodcast.com/news/2019/3/18/icqpodcast-event-work-arrl-ceo-howard-michel

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is a review of the UHF/VHF Weekender Transceiver Kit by Martin M1MRB. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Radar makes 5 MHz Band 'Useless' Neil G0WPO - SOTA Mountain Goat Free Foundation Training Books for Australian Amateur Radio Students Radio Ham Takes on Department of Justice ITU Strengthening Emergency Telecommunications in the Americas GQRP Club Founder the Rev. George Dobbs, G3RJV, SK State of the Hobby Survey 2019 BYLARA Launches New Bulletin Publication RSGB AGM Online Voting

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Bill Barnes N3JIX and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is an interview by Frank Howell (K4FMH) with Amateur Radio Author Don Keith (N4KC) ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Richard Boley and Dino Papas (KL0S) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Cricket World Cup Amateur Radio Marathon Comments Wanted on Amateur Radio Related Petition for Rule Making Radio Hams Transfer Crypto Currency on 40m Band Golden Globe Sailing Race - Penalty Given for Ham Radio Use Carole Perry (WB2MGP) is First Recipient of Award Named in Her Honor Tate Gallery Features Ham Radio Art St Patrick’s Day Special Events Station GB1SPD VeroRoute Highest Ever SOTA Activation

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is 50 years of Worked All Britain. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Robert Giesel (KE5VLI) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ham Radio License in a Day Qatar OSCAR-100 Web Receiver Live Supporting Innovation through Wireless Technology Two Milestones in Distance Learning Electronics Notes Opens a Ham Radio Store Reflecting on 50 years in the Radio Business Reshaping ARRL Objectives US Navy Explores Amateur Radio as a Training Adjunct RSGB Company Secretary Vacancy US Amateur Radio Population Grows Slightly in 2018

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Peanut the Dstar App. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Keith Schlottman (KR7RK) and Richard Perzyna (G8ITB) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Student Promotes Ham Radio Bloomington South School on the Air Public Consultation on Electromagnetic Field Regulations PocketRxTx v3 Released Geoffrey Starks Sworn in as FCC Commissioner Nominate for CWops Award

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is our first impression of the ICOM IC-9700. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Charles Benet (AI6TT)  along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate    Record Year for Online Amateur Radio Training Course D-STAR ONE Launched, Telemetry Received VHF/UHF Workshop Aims To Boost Activity Above 30 MHz New Amateur / Ham Radio General Class Question Pool Released Amateur Radio eBooks Available for Download Court Ruling - Excessive Antenna Application Fees Violated Reasonable Accommodation Amateur Radio Exam Success in Holland French Amateur Radio "Tax" Removed New Amateur Radio Technical Requirements in Bulgaria

Hello fellow Amateur / Ham Radio enthusiasts - and welcome to this, the 284th episode of the ICQ Amateur / Ham Radio Podcast, supported by Luke Aurich (AD0KI), Bob Terry, David Reid (W6KL) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors. In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Workshop Projects. Germany on 70 MHz in 2019 ARRL Petitions FCC to Incorporate Parity Act Provisions into its Amateur Radio Rules Youngsters On The Air Bulgaria 2019 Amateur Radio US Radio Amateurs Help to Make YOTA Month Happen in Ethiopia G5 plus 3 Letter Amateur Radio Callsigns available Swiss 90th Anniversary Special Event Callsign 2019 Marks 50th Anniversary of Worked All Britain Award EU Directive on Car Radios $900,000 Settlement in Unauthorized Satellite Launch Case G3TXQ Silent Key

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH , Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is When HF is Quiet. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Cripps (G7IDB) and Bill Seward (KG4SAQ) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate National Security Risks with Amateur Radio Violations The CWops Award 2019 for advancing the art of CW 1940s Radio Times now online WSJT-X 2.0 Full Release now Available "Suspicious" Post Office Package Was Ham Radio Equipment Worked All Postcodes 2018 QST Antenna Design Competition Winners Announced Scouts at AJ2019 Awaiting Amateur Radio Call Logbook of The World Tops 1 Billion QSO Records New Amateur Radio Packet Gear for International Space Station

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Android Control Rig. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Nicholas Wood, Neil Connor and Andrew Brook (M7ABR) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate 93-year-old WWII Veteran Still Taps out Morse Code 'Musical' Waves Detected in Earth's Magnetic Field Austrian Ham Radio Regulatory Changes Android App connects to D-STAR December 2018 is YOTA Month Two New Turkish Band Access for Christmas Canadian National Parks on the Air Event Set to Start on 1st January 2019 ExseedSat Designated as VO-96

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH , Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is National Radio Centre. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Bruce Hymon along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL Director and Vice Director Election Results Announced Green Keys Night URC Calls for Basic French License Australian Labor Party Commits $2 million to Resurrect ABC Shortwave Radio (if elected) Es’hail-2 Geostationary Satellite Launched Santa's Radio Club Special Event - OH9S Extending and Enabling New Licence Exemptions for 57-71 GHz CT1BAT New Vice-President of EURAO

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature is Remote Rig Amateur Radio Control. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Nigel Wells (2W0CGM), Edward Efchak and Malcolm Heath (KI7ZSX) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Armando M0PAM Champions Local Amateur Radio Rights LED Lighting Can Disrupt Radio Communications Licence to Supply Radio Transmitting Equipment Using Authentication in Amateur Radio HMS Belfast Armistice Amateur Radio Special Event Callsign Satellite Operation from RMS Queen Mary ROTA Recipes On The Air UKube-1 Falls Silent

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - Introduction to BYLARA and Komunica Power HF-PRO-2 Portable Antenna Review. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Andrew de Mora, Phil Bourke M0IMA and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate New Strategic Direction for the Emergency Services Network (ESN) New UK Amateur Radio Prefixes US Senator Highlights Amateur Ham Radio's Disaster Response Bouvet Island DXpedition FCC Proposes Revised Interference Protection for Class A AM stations December is YOTA Month Special Amateur Radio Callsign to Commemorate End of World War 1 iWSPR TX – WSPR for iOS Version 2.8 Available

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - Hamfest 2018 ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Avi Solomon, Danny Robson (GM6CMQ), Brett Stalbaum, Gair Matthews (G1VWC) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate The Chill of Solar Minimum WW2 Allied Bombing Altered Ionosphere Rare Lizard Tracked by Tiny Radio Tags ARRL and FCC Discuss Uncertified Imported VHF/UHF Transceivers FUNcube Operations Update RSGB Past President GI3KYP SK EchoLink Now Connected to Irish DMR Network

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - The Classic Bird 43 Wattmeter. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Hartley (RS314170), Philip Heckingbottom (VK6ADF) and an anonymous donation and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate EI Station Works Japan on 70cms Moonbounce for EI First Moon Bounce on a Dipole Ofcom Issues M5 prefix Calls Again Spectrum Management and the Impact on Amateur Radio FCC to Impose Two-Way VHF/UHF Radio Restrictions Swedish Amateur Radio Regulation Changes Russia Proposes DRM on 65.9-74.0 MHz ExseedSat Ham Radio FM Transponder Satellite

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie G0CIB, Edmund M0MNG, Matthew M0NJX and Bill N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - Antenna for Portable Amateur / Ham Radio Operation bu Ed Durrant DD5LP ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Neil Connor (M6CUE) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate 100th Anniversary of the First Radio Contact Between Australia and United Kingdom MB7PBR DAPNET POCSAG Pager Gateway Licensed Teenage Amateur Radio Operator Makes Contact with Spanish Royalty UK Amateur Radio Licensing History Lunar Satellite Transmits Pictures to Radio Hams 100th Anniversary of Poland's Independence Brazilian Access to Amateur Radio Bands Increases Introduction to Amateur Digital Television Booklet

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - Loudspeakers for Ham Radio. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank John Peterson and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate New ARRL Chief Executive Officer Elected by Board of Directors FCC Publish New Part 95 Rules in Federal Register FT8CALL - FT8 with Chat Zello Network linked to the Southern Ireland Repeater Network Austrians Object to Amateur Radio Being Classed as a “Toy”! Young Alabama Radio Hams Earn Awards National Frequency Coordinators Council Defunct Needed - National Radio Centre Volunteers Captain Cook Special Event New Amateur Radio Regulations Proposed for Malta

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Bill Barnes N3JIX and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature PiStar 12 month on ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Charles Riley (G4JQX) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FCC Action Against Illegally Marketed HT's Prohibiting Illegal Use of Two Way Radios in New Zealand Ofcom Release UK Amateur Ham Radio Callsign Figures VOACAP Propagation Prediction Wheel Returns Key Triathlon Role for Amateur Radio Operators BIRDS-2 CubeSats to Deployed 83% support 50 Watt Australian Foundation Power Paraguay Joins 60m

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Austrian Innovation and US Book Review. RSGB Releasing New Amateur Radio Exam Syllabus Thailand 3rd Largest Ham Radio Nation RSGB Retires AROS and Implements OAS ARRL Board Adopts Volunteer Monitoring Program DAB Radio in Norway is a Tragedy! Parity Act Options Open Despite Removal from Defense Authorization Act Conference Report Spiders and Space Weather Sample Belgian Online Ham Radio Exams Online NASA Toolkit for Satellite Data

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature World Radiosport Team Championship 2018 Review. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Sibling Radio Hams Assist in Road Race 96% Pass Rate in Cuban Amateur Radio Exam JOTA JOTI 2018 Registration Open UK SW Radio Listenership Continues Steep Decline 88 MHz Trans-Atlantic Signals Heard in Ireland Ham Radio Technology Used in Thailand Cave Rescue Google Map API Changes Affect Amateur Radio Sites Kenwood TS-890S Pricing Announced

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode’s feature Network Radio. Building an RF Direction Finding Robot   HF Managers Handbook V9.0 Crickets, Frogs and Ham Radio Understanding Need to Reduce Electronic Waste Free UK Online Training Course British Inland Waterways on the Air 2018 EURAO Frequency Guide Upcoming World Radiosport Team Championship

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature covers interviews from Ham Radio 2018 with RSGB, Elecraft, BHI, SDR Play and QRP Labs. Proposed $2.8 million Manufacturer Fine The Great FT8 Debate Could a New Entry Level Licence Boost VHF/UHF Activity? Easier Access to UK 70.5 MHz Experimental Band Free book SDR for Engineers Radio Ham Astronaut Named as Minister for Science Try Thailand's Amateur / Ham Radio Exams Z6 Prefix is Illegal

In this special episode, Colin M6BOY and Chris M0TCH talk to a collection of people at Ham Radio 2018 about the state of Youth Amateur Radio and ways to promote new entrees to the hobby. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature covers interviews from Ham Radio 2018 with Kenwood, Yaesu, ELAD and the World Radio Team Championship. Brown University CubeSat Now in Space Ham Kids Build - Learn Tech Skills Chinese Equipment Driving Down Prices? Hamvention Used AM Information Radio Station Young Radio Ham Makes Own Integrated Circuits FREEDV v 1.3 - 700D Mode HF Digital Voice ARRL Articles Of Association and By Laws FIFA Football World Cup Amateur Radio Special Event Stations Bulgarian First CubeSat Deployed from ISS

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - Dummies Guide to DMR Is the internet, Millennials or FT-8 Killing Ham Radio? 2x1 Contest Amateur Radio Callsigns for Norway Amateur Radio Parity Act language in NDA Act 2018 IARU HF World Championship Contest TF1VHF 4m and 6m Beacons New IRTS 8m and 5m Amateur Radio Bandplans

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - A good set of Headphones. 50 MHz Allowed in Lebanon Temporary German Allocation on 70MHz Kettering Student's Young Achievers Award Ham Radio Regulatory Changes in Eire The Royal Mint Experience Special RSL for Royal Wedding GDPR and Amateur/Ham Radio Clubs

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Matthew Nassau M0NJX, Bill Barnes N3JIX and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - Is the online purchasing killing Hamfests? Canada Get New 100W 5MHz Allocation Beijing Authorises 60m 2018 State of Ham Radio Survey Radio Ham Operator Achieves Contacts Across All 29 Bands Sunday Times Publishes RSGB Response Contest Events at Dayton Hamvention 2018 Kenwood Trophy Award 2018 First Class CW Operators Club 80th Anniversary

In this episode, Colin M6BOY is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Martin M1MRB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is an Introduction to Decibels. 30,000+ New Ham Licensees and 7,000 Amateur Radio Exam Sessions in 2017 Ham Radio Clubs Embrace 'Hour of Circuits' Program? Negative Ham Radio Story Sunday Times Problem Buying Radio Equipment from Liquidated Supplier New Ham Radio Club Enforces School Values World Amateur Radio Day 2018 First UK 136 kHz Ham radio Transatlantic Contact with USA New Award for CW and Digimode on HS4

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie (G0CIB), Bill (N3JIX), Edmund (M0MNG) and Matthew (M0NJX) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - Operating GB80GGCN GatesAir Suspends Sale of AM Transmitters China's DSLWP-A1/A2 Moon Data Transmission E-licensing for Ham Radio in Indonesia Young Radio Hams to Attend YOTA Event in South Africa FM Switch-Off Plan Shelved Young Amateurs Radio Club Launched Rare U.S. Counties Activated CQ-Wires FT-817/81 Powerpole Adapter

In this episode, Martin is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - Upgrading to your next radio by Chris Howard M0TCH ICQ Amateur/Ham Radio Podcast Donors We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate PR Mention Bill Barnes N3JIX sponsored a Pennsylvania QSO Award in the name of ICQ Amateur/Ham Radio Podcast - http://www.nittany-arc.net/paqsosponsor.html Nigeria Next to Get 60GHz 2018 State of Ham Radio Survey 2m Radio Support for Long Distance Walker Irish Ham Radio Examination Report Trevor Baylis, Wind-up Radio Inventor Passes Reduced Power for Swedish Amateur Radio Operators Radio Drone Makes KH6JF/MM Accessible Using FT8 Auction of Former Amateur Radio Spectrum First Tunisian Individual Ham Radio Licenses Issued D-STAR Repeater GB7IC Nears 2000 Registrations

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Bill Barnes N3JIX and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is - Book Review 2018 We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ada Lace Book Features Ham Radio Experimental Homebrew Equipment Does Not Require Type Approval Radio Hams Assist GirlGuides to go International Maplin Collapses as Rescue Talks Fail Shoe Tap to Morse Code New Swedish Driving Law to Effect Amateur Radio Argentinian Balloon Flight Completes 2nd Round World MacLoggerDX Version 6.17 Released

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Xiegu X108G Review by Ed Durrant DD5LP. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Solar Minimum Sunspot ARRL Again Calls for Action on Symbol Rate Limits Theft of MB7TV SSTV Repeater 160m Band Wireless Power Transfer Sony to Cease Shortwave Radios Production Yaesu FT818 Kempton Rally UK QSL Bureau Volunteers Wanted The CWops Award for Advancing the Art of CW

In this episode,  Martin M1MRB is joined by, Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Matthew Nassau M0NJX, and Bill Barnes N3JIX  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is RF Safety by Bill Barnes (N3JIX). We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate SSTV on a Baofeng? New BT broadband service to transmit across VHF Updates Iceland Radio Regulation AO-92 Commissioned and Open for Amateur Use New Zealand get 5 MHz (60m) Signal From 'Dead' NASA Satellite InnovAntennas Releases 4/2m Dualbander 20m WSPR Balloon Travels the World WIA Want Power Increase

In this episode,  Martin M1MRB is joined by, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Bill Barnes N3JIX  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Getting ready for the six-metre season. We would like to thank Barrie Hull (GD0SFI) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Battery Powered 'Smart Bags' Raise Safety Concern New Technician License Question Pool Released Indonesian Pirates on 7 MHz WSPR Beacon En Route to Antarctic 3D Printed Radio FT8 Operating Guide D-Star One v1.1 Phoenix AX Prefix on Australia's National Day Test Equipment at SOTABEAMS

In this episode, Martin is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH Martin Rothwell M0SGL Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Setting up a second shack. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate UK Ham Radio Guidance Resource GEO Quarterly Magazine Norway Ends National FM Broadcasting Ontario Distracted Driving Temporary Exemption Extended Sun Dimming as Solar Minimum Approaches Australian Broadcaster 4KZ Now on Shortwave First Transatlantic 472 kHz Band Contact The Radio Amateur Society of Australia Bath Repeaters Lose Site German Class E 2.3 and 5 GHz Bands Access

In this episode, Martin is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH Martin Rothwell M0SGL Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Setting up a second shack. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate UK Ham Radio Guidance Resource GEO Quarterly Magazine Norway Ends National FM Broadcasting Ontario Distracted Driving Temporary Exemption Extended Sun Dimming as Solar Minimum Approaches Australian Broadcaster 4KZ Now on Shortwave First Transatlantic 472 kHz Band Contact The Radio Amateur Society of Australia Bath Repeaters Lose Site German Class E 2.3 and 5 GHz Bands Access

In this episode, Martin is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH Martin Rothwell M0SGL Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Setting up a second shack. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate UK Ham Radio Guidance Resource GEO Quarterly Magazine Norway Ends National FM Broadcasting Ontario Distracted Driving Temporary Exemption Extended Sun Dimming as Solar Minimum Approaches Australian Broadcaster 4KZ Now on Shortwave First Transatlantic 472 kHz Band Contact The Radio Amateur Society of Australia Bath Repeaters Lose Site German Class E 2.3 and 5 GHz Bands Access

In this, our end of year episode, Colin M6BOY is joined by Martin M1MRB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Bill Barnes N3JIX, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Chris Howard M0TCH and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to answer your Amateur / Ham Radio questions.

In this episode, Colin M6BOY is joined by Martin M1MRB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is The Art of De-soldering. We would like to thank Kevin Murphy (W8VOS) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Hams Promote Hobby to western Virginia School Distracted Driving in Canada Are Millennials are Killing Ham Radio?? Older Callsigns Available from Ofcom 10 Watt EME contact from Essex Amateur Radio Operator to Change on International Space Station Croatia gets 60m, expands 160m Access German Klasse K Licence Postponed

In this episode, Martin is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH Martin Rothwell M0SGL Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Active Receive Antennas. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate The ARRL International Grid Chase Dutch Regulator takes Enforcement Action December YOTA Event First Berlin Built D-Star Satellite Southwestern Division Director Censured by ARRL SDR pioneer Dr. Vanu Gopal Bose SK Iceland to End Amateur/Ham Radio Callsign Discrimination Copper Shortage to Raise PCB Prices

In this episode, Martin is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Bill Barnes N3JIX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Using PSK31. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate 430-440 MHz Medical Capsule Endoscopy Application Canadian's Tiny LF Hop VHF Manager Handbook Version 8.00 Sweden Releases Amateur Radio Training Guide Tin whisker New Digital Modes Changing Complexion of Bands and Ham Radio? Hams in Argentina get 5 MHz and 472 kHz bands Bletchley Park 'listener' Passes Free Back Issues of Ham Radio Horizons

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is QRP Labs. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Imminent Shutdown of Repeater Group BBC Operating Licence Revealed by Ofcom Amateur Radio Recognized in Norwegian Resource Register FM Satellite Launch in November FCC Scraps Telegraph Regulations RadioShack Re-Opens with Local Ham Radio Club Partner Australian Amateur Radio Licences Renewal Reminder RSGB Exam Syllabus Review

In this special episode, Colin M6BOY, Chris M0TCH and Martin M0SGL visit Broadcasting House in London for the official launch of G8BBC. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate

In this episode, Colin M6BOY is joined by Leslie (G0CIB), Edmund (M0MNG), Bill (N3JIX) and Matthew (M0NJX) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news and this episode’s feature is a triple from UK Hamfest - RSGB Online Examination, Building a Mobile Station (Flossie) and Yaesu tell us more about the DR-2X We would like to thank Robert Mens (PD0RMX), Grant Porter (KG4SDR), Nick Major (G0HFL), two anonymous donors and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Traditional Ham Radio No Longer So Attractive RF pollution from LED bulbs in Germany FCC Tells Apple Turn on iPhone's FM Radio Chip School Students Ham Radio Link to Puerto Rico Newburgh Teen Supports with Amateur Radio Symbol Rate Restrictions - FCC Grants Temporary Waiver

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB/W9ICQ) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Dan Romanchik (KB6NU) and Ed Durrant (DD5LP)  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is SDR Play. We would like to thank Dave Bowie (ZL4DRB) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate History of UK Special Contest Call Signs New Digital Voice Repeater for Southern Ireland Individual Licences Legal in Tunisia American Red Cross Asks ARRL’s Assistance with Puerto Rico Relief Effort VERON & Regulator to Discuss RF Pollution New US Personal Radio (Part 95) Rules Take Effect Ham Plans Community Station Falconsat-3 Available for Amateur Radio Yasme Foundation Grant to ARRL Ham Aid Fund

  In this episode, Colin M6BOY is joined by Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) Edmund Spicer (M0MNG), Bill Barnes (N3JIX) and Martin Rothwell (M0SGL) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Trying 60m with SOTABeam BandHopper Antenna by Martin Butler M1MRB/W9ICQ. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Report VDSL interference NOW Eighteen BBC Local Radio Stations Fall Silent .radio Now Available Realtime Band Conditions Kenya Gets 60m Allocation DMR Meeting on the Air

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is PiStar We would like to thank Alexander Zigar (M0SUV), Antony Mark Tilt and Philip Stephenson (KØPWS) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARES and ARRL Promote Ham Harvey Assistance Digital Modes for Foundation Level? ARRL finally realizes “status quo” isn’t going to cut it ARDF Record at YOTA 2017 Ofcom Resolves Car Locking Issue UK M6 amateur handles Emergency Call Three ELaNa CubeSats Delivered to ISS Galapagos Islands DXpedition Estonia on 60m from September 2017

In this episode, Martin M1MRB/W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur/Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Essex Hams and FT8. We would like to thank  Ian Tickle (G4ZJH), Anonymous Donor and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Successful Ham radio Exams confirm Cuban Growth Ofcom Short Call Signs Licencing Problem New Owner for Practical Wireless and Radio User Magazines Radio Ship Navigation Returns to Combat Cyber Threat The Australian Travelers Net BBC to End AM Local Radio Ham Radio Promotional Posters Morse Code Trainer 20WPM App

In this episode extra episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ and Martin Rothwell M0SGL visit the YOTA 2017 event at Gilwell Park to talk to the participants, organisers and volunteers at this year's event. We would like to thank our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate

In this episode, Martin M1MRB/W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Friedrichshafen Ham Radio 2017 Round-Up We would like to thank Philip Heckingbottom (VK6ADF) and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate YOTA 2017 Summer Event Lauren Richardson - 12 Completes Wainwright Challenge Differences in Amateur Radio CEPT Class 1 Licence Exam Ofcom Permitting 5.8 GHz Wi-Fi Youngsters Unimpressed with Traditional Ham Radio NCDXC to Start HF Elmering Program Fox-1 Satellite Operating Guide updates for 2017 US Radio Ham Receives Lifetime Recognition FT8 Amateur/Ham Radio Mode Software Support Pictures Received from ISS UK Amateur Radio Licence Guidance PyQSO Amateur Radio Logging Software

In this episode extra episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ, Chris Howard M0TCH/N4CTH and Ed Durrant DD5LP interview Yaesu, Kenwood, Flex Radio, Elecraft and ICom during the recent Ham Radio 2017 show.

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Bill Barnes N3JIX and Chris Howard M0TCH/N4CTH  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is BHI Audio Box & RSGB New Training Plan We would like to thank Phil Stephenson, KØPWS, Rona Morrison, MM3YMU and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Pixie Challenge ARRL Seeks Vintage DXpedition Logs for Archive Steps to Lower Noise Floor to Support AM radio Strange Signals and Mysterious Oscillations RSGB Examination Standards Committee Report New Portable Antenna Covers 60m Band New Scandinavia Ham Radio Operators Royal Mint Special Event - GB4RME New Navy Tech Turns Text to Morse Code Automatically

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Simple Hands-Free Kit for your Mobile. We would like to thank Andy (ZS5CEY), an Anonymous Donor and Myles (VE7FSR) and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate WIA Successful Amateur/Ham Radio Exams Trial Join the New Zealand CubeSAT Race First Slovak Spacecraft Launched US Radio Hams May Retain Full 76-81 GHz band Proposed UK Amateur/Ham Radio Foundation Course Changes Girl Guide Achieves Amateur/Ham Radio Licence FCC Announces Head of Enforcement Bureau Norwegian FM Networks Continue Shutdowns Brandmeister DMR Radio Irish Server

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Bill Barnes N3JX  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Repair and Safety We would like to thank Kevin Strishock (N3LGA) and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate US Ham Possible Oldest Active Radio Amateur WIA consults - Increased Foundation Power Morse No Longer Required for Jamaican Radio Operators UK Based Real-time Propagation Tool FCC Part 97 Ham Radio Changes 5 MHz for Jamaica Asteroid named after Radio Ham Irish 2017 VHF/UHF Contest

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Chris Howard M0TCH and Martin Rothwell M0SGL to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Yaesu FT-450D review. We would like to thank Grant Porter, KG4SDR, John Boyer KF5FEI, Peter Caffrey, Chris Hayes 2E0XCH, Anonymous from UK and John Baggott K2BAG and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Morse code - The First Social Media Review of UHF spectrum at 410-470 MHz Radio Ham Saved Guns n' Roses Gig Fire Department Installs Shortwave Antenna 10-year-old UK Radio Ham Buildout of Nationwide First Responder Broadband Network Could Drive ARES Changes Portable RF Hacking Tool with a Sub 1GHz RF Transceiver, BLE and USB New 122GHz and 241GHz UK Distance Records CubeSat Workshop Presentations Available

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Martin Rothwell M0SGL and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is WSPR by Ed Durrant D5LP and Small Portable Antennas by Bill Barnes N3JIX. We would like to thank our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Harmonisation of CEPT Novice Licences 70 MHz in Germany 60m Allocation for Mexico Poland to Join 60m - adds more 70 MHz space Correction to Use Uruguay 60m Allocation 5 Year Experiment of 4m band in Kazakhstan Geoparks Communications Weekend WIA Trials Online Exams UK Frequency Allocations Proposed FM repeater K2Sat AM Licence for Radio Caroline Realtime Band Conditions Foundation Course in Lowestoft

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is RTTY by Bill Barnes N3JIX We would like to thank Scott McDonald (KA9P/ZF2SC) and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Chinese Takeover Raises Fear for Police Radio Security Man Fined for Writing 'I Am An Engineer' Armed Forces Day Crossband Military/Amateur Radio Communications Test New MF and LF US Bands Not Available Yet Successful Radio Symposium Supported by Harvard Wireless Club Taiwan to Drop Ham Radio Morse Code Test Antenna Insulators WRTC 2018 Plans Greater Youth Participation Malta Arrive on 5 MHz

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is Dummy Loads 50 MHz Band Experimentation 5 GHz - RSGB Respond to Ofcom Israeli Students Build CubeSat UKQRM Launches New Campaign for UK Election Amateur Radio Duo Honoured Hungarian 5MHz Beacon HG7BHB Closed Down D-STAR Gateway Version 3 ('G3') Software Available to UK Repeater Keepers FCC Proposes $400,000 Jammer Fine

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and  Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is Portable Multi-Band Dipole. Beginners Guides to Satellite Operating Awarded Teen Reaches the World via Ham Radio Radio Hams Protest Antenna Restrictions International Marconi Day - 22nd April 2017 40m Enigma Message decrypted at Bletchley Park Draft RSGB Papers for IARU Region 1 Conference Ham Radio Horizons Magazine Australia's First Ham Radio Satellite

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features is Portable Power Distribution We would like to thank William Hester N0LAJ and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate   New Ham Radio Regulations in Netherlands IRTS Ham Radio Publications Archive 21 New US Hams Pocket Prefix for Android Students in Belize Introduced to Amateur Radio ARRL Wants Exclusion from California Law 5000 Australian Spectrum Intruders Map of Italian Ham Radio Repeaters​​​​​​​

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and  Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is ATU’s   We would like to thank our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate   Marijuana Lamps Impact Radio RadioShack Files for Chapter 11 EuCW QRS ACTIVITY WEEK Hamvention Awards Announced No Entry Level Swedish Ham Radio License NVIS Research Paper Motorola Sues Hytera New Ham Radio Rules in Uruguay 4 metres and WG2XPN Hong Kong 5 MHz

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features is Bitx 40 Part One. We would like to thank Richard Langmead, 5B4AJG and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate   Ham Radio Dummies Books for Schools and Libraries Ham Radio Clubs Encouraged to Innovate Cadet Radio Exercise BLUE HAM 2 Comments on ARRL Petition to Allocate New 5 MHz Band Disney Research Demonstrates Open-Air Wireless Charging Hamvention Field Trip NASA Launches Two CubeSats with Transponders St Patrick's Day 2017 Award Radio Hams Celebrate 2MT

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features is Ed Durrant DD5LP predictions for 2017. We would like to thank Michael Casavant, N1XRR and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate   Amateur / Ham Radio Licence Status VHF/UHF DX Book Replica Edition NOSintro Book ACMA Reverses CB Decision Online UK Advanced Exam ARES Volunteers Support Oroville Dam Evacuation Making VHF/UHF Contests Better Ivory Coast DXpedition SOTA Summit to Summit VK-EU Event

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features is Squares, Locators and Zones. Ofcom Call Sign Change Policy Ofcom Add Verify button RF Pollution from Powerline World Radio Day London 2017 Radiation 'Clouds' Detected at Aviation Altitudes Semi-Consciously Learn Morse Code Additional Satellite Entries for LoTW Guantanamo Bay

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features is Small computers for Ham Radio. We would like to thank our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate End of Norwegian FM RAYNET Supporting Jaywick Evacuation Illegal Drone Transmitters Complaint CW Saves Man with Broken Leg Czech Keep 60m Band for 2017 Small Changes to Australian Plan School Wins ARRL Grant

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features: TKEY-1 Mini Touch Key. We would like to thank our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ham Radio Club Public Interaction 5 MHz for Ireland New Australian 60m Band Ofcom Changes Callsign Policy Management Restructure at HRD 10 GHz for 3 Euros FCC Rejects Amplifier Waiver Request Canada’s Special Sesquicentennial Prefixes

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features: Operating Portable in Winter. We would like to thank Ralph Kuehn KD9HNU, Bill Seward and our monthly and annual donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Germany Access 60m RSGB Yearbook 2017 Error Pilot for Online Advanced Exams HamRadioDeluxe Customer Service Failure End of Norwegian FM NASA X-Ray Potential Superfast Deep Space Comms

In this episode, Martin Butler M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature by Ed Durrant DD5LP is Low-Cost Chinese Stocking Fillers. Hull UK City of Culture 2017 UK Digital Radio Uptake UK Foundation Ham Radio Training Videos Youngsters on the Air 2016 South Carolina School Number One WSPRLite First Impressions SDRplay launches RSP2 SDR Norfolk ARC Club of the Year 2016 No Rebuke for Channel 5 TV Show

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features - What is VSWR Students FM transponder Satellite Launched WWII Veteran Still Taps out Morse code Enrol for UK Advanced Distance Learning Course Lowest Sunspot Cycle for 5 Years Suggestions Requested for Technician Pool New Greenlandic Beacon - OX4M HF Antenna Tester

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Chris Howard M0TCH and Andy Mace M0MUX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features is All I want for Christmas is ... Vanity Call Sign Rule Changes Petition Amateurs Criticize UK TV Show Possible SW Radio Solution to Worldwide Web Access Does Revised Driving Law Restrict Hams? Apply for Youngsters On The Air UK 2017 White House Pushes for more Tiny Satellites New version of ROS data mode 2016 ITU Radio Regulations Released

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s features are interviews with Experienced Amateur Radio DX’er and Practical Wireless Editor Don Field G3XTT and Connie Ballantyne KB0ZSG, who runs a successful DSTAR net. GeoSync Ham Radio Satellite Ham Track Unauthorised Radio Comms Battleship Radio Exam Location Media to Give Ham Fairness? Ofcom 5 GHz Consultation Responses 60m for Luxembourg

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is RFinder & Raynet Unification. Young UK Amateur Causing Emergency Services Havoc New Ofcom website Round-the-World Cyclist OZ1AA Returns 42 Years in Space for AO-7 New Icom IC-7300 HF/50/70MHz Transceiver Firmware Update NZ 77-81 GHz Radiolocation and Vehicle Radar UNGO Ukrainian Amateur Radio League

In this episode, Martin Butler M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL and Dan Romanchik KB6NU to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episode’s feature is UK Hamfest 2016 US Amateur Radio Update for CEPT Operation Amateur Radio Parity Act passes in the US House of Representatives! Alternative Amateur Radio Club Overseas US Ham Radio Exams Register for YOTA December 2016 Historic 630m QSO Indian Women Hams Inspired to Learn

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Andy Mace M0MUX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is Taking part in SSB Field Day. CEPT Novice Licence and HAREC Changes UK CubeSat Forum - Lunar Opportunity Companies Plead Guilty to Capacitors Price Fixing FCC Proposes Substantial Fine for Unlicensed Amateur Operation / False Police Call Morse code at Eurovision? Australian Club's 60th Birthday WIA Seek New Ham Radio Allocations Aberdeen Radio Club Celebrate 70th Anniversary

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Matthew Nassau M0NJX  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is Trouble with Mobile Antennas FO-29 20th Birthday NIST’s Rolling Wireless Net Helps Improve First-Responder Communications 18th World ARDF Championship Illegal GPS Sea Buoys on 10m UK Amateur Radio Club 50 Years on the Air Latvia Gains Two New Amateur Radio Bands Ham Radio Around the World Balloon

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is Having Fun with Morse Code. Radio Amateurs Facing Unnecessary Restrictions Wireless World Magazine Archive Switched-Mode PSU Jams Communications US Air Force to Improve HF Communications Symbol Rate Discussion Open Until October IRTS Free New Member Offer 4m Ham Radio Band for Australia?

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Caryn-Eve Murray KD2GUT, Ed Durrant DD5LP , Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Martin Rothwell M0SGL and Chris Howard M0TCH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is Solar Powered Shacks by Robert EI2HNB. National Parks on the Air 2017 Update New Digital Voice Ham Radio Smartphone 5 MHz for Belarusian Radio Hams Hamvention Relocated FCC Considering Amateur Services Changes RSGB Lead Negative Response to 5GHz Changes Pokémon GO is RadioSport? 2016 Perseid Meteor Peak Shower Irish Repeater Group Improved Network

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Chris Howard M0TCH and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is an interview with the organisers of the DA0HQ Contest site. Malaysian Amateur Radio Licences Changes BBC Starts Roll-Out of International Radio App US Ham’s Save Kids from Surrounded Campfire Earthing and the Radio Amateur Ofcom Proposes Ham Band for Wi-Fi UK Amateurs Visit 10 Downing Street AES Ham Radio Store Closing Down New European Table of Frequency Allocations Australian Radio Operator Fined and Off Air

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is Friedrichshafen 2016 New Zealand Radio Hams Request 222-223 MHz 'No' to Lifetime Amateur Radio Licenses Rockford to Scramble All Police Radio Comms Andorra Returns to 60m, Gains 4m band, More Power on 6m Radio Caroline Special Event Station Clarification of RF LED Light Testing New RSGB Microwave Manager RF pollution from Solar Panels RSGB Training and Assessment Guide

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB and Matthew Nassau M0NJX  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is Calibration. EURO 2016 Amateur / Ham Radio Award Ofcom Remove Amateur / Ham Radio Statistics White House honors Limor Fried AC2SN Russia Trial Electromagnetic Warfare System FCC Technological Advisory Council Noise Floor Inquiry New National Belize Amateur / Ham Radio Society Radio Shack Photography Competition ZS1TWO Cape Town 2m Beacon

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by ED Durrant DD5LP, Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, and Dan Romanchik KB6NU to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is - Q and A 2016. Pirate Radio in the Digital Age 2016 HF Propagation Update Northern Ireland Radio Star FCC Bans Custom Firmware ARRL National Field Day 2016 Amateur Radio Parity Act Agreement Radio Ham Praised for Service to Emergency Planning 100 Sprite Satellites to be Deployed Yaesu Extend UK Warranties

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Andy Mace M0MUX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is User review of the Icom IC-7300 by Ed Durrant DD5LP Elementary School's SSTV CubeSat ISS Deployment IARU - Custodian of Operating Standards Radio Hams Prepare Florida Hurricane Season Using Amateur Radio to Enhance Engineering Education Two New Radio’s Seen at Dayton New South Hampshire D-STAR Repeater Ham Radio at Scout 'Camporee' UK Schools Mass launch of 434 MHz Balloons

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by ED Durrant DD5LP, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Chris Howard M0TCH and Martin Rothwell M0SGL to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is - Emergency Comms Young US Ham wins at Science and Engineering Fair ARRL Committee Conducting Youth in Amateur RadioSport Survey UK Advanced Radio Exam 'on demand' Netherlands to Licence Low-Power AM Broadcasters RSGB Examination Standards 1st Report Hara Arena in Consideration for New Fairgrounds UK Air Cadets 5MHz Radio Exercise Online Australian Ham Licence Lookup Service Robotic Lawn Mower EMC Banned in Sweden

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Matthew Nassau M0NJX Andy Mace M0MUX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is Operating Portable. New UK Ham Radio Guidance Easier Ham Radio Authorization for Olympics Ladyada Awarded Ham Radio License Ham Radio Commutes and Secures West Bengal Live Audio on DMR Brandmeister Romania Hams Get 5 MHz Allocation 50watts for Australian Foundation?

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Chris M0TCH, Dan KB6NU and  ED DD5LP  to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is Erecting Antennas. Shakespeare 400 Special Event Station SARL Amateur Radio Hall of Fame New Radio Antenna Avoids Unwanted Signals DSTAR Satellite in Space Sisters called to White House RSGB Announces New General Manager ARRL Establishes 'Youth Nets' Web Page Implosions Removes 48 Surplus VOA towers K1JT is Amateur of the Year SSB/CW Filter Modules

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is  - Renovation Projects Hams Pass 100 Years UK Government to Sell 750 MHz Spectrum Ham Radio Antenna Dispute in Canterbury UC Berkeley Elmers Hundreds of Hams SBE Urges FCC to Improve MW Noise Environment UK Host for YOTA 2017 17 June 2016 - QRP Day Special Amateur Radio QSL - OE16M

In this episode, Martin M1MRB / W9ICQ is joined by Ed Durrant DD5LP and Andy Mace M0MUX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief, and this episodes feature is a review of the Icom IC-2730 Review by Chris Howard M0TCH. Radio Ham Licensed for 75 years Remote Controlled Short-Wave Receiver Belgium gets WRC15 5 MHz allocation and 4m extension 434 MHz Balloon Flies over North Africa G0KSC Wins RSGB Award Again Millions of UK TVs to Become Obsolete School SSTV CubeSat to Deploy from ISS UK Space Spectrum Strategy Consultation