Stay ConnectedJoin Jason, KC5HWB, as he focuses on ‘What is New in Amateur Radio?’ during this video podcast series titled Ham Radio 2.0. Talk about new radios, new transmission modes, License classes, Technical talks and trips around the world.
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Ham Radio Happy Hour
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Discover 44Net Connect — the simplest and fastest way to get a public 44Net IP address and join the worldwide amateur radio digital network (AMPRNet) using modern WireGuard tunnels.
In this video, we break down everything you need to know about 44Net Connect: What is 44Net (Network 44 / AMPRNet) and why it matters for hams How 44Net Connect works with secure WireGuard tunnels over the internet Step-by-step setup: Create your account, generate config, connect devices (Raspberry Pi, laptops, routers, cloud servers) Get your own public 44Net IP — perfect for remote stations, self-hosted services, experiments, and more Differences between 44Net Connect, IPIP Mesh, and BGP routing Real-world use cases for ham radio operators
Whether you're new to AMPRNet or looking for an easier way to participate without complex BGP setups, 44Net Connect makes it "Click, Click, Connected."
Perfect for licensed amateur radio operators interested in digital modes, packet radio, mesh networking, remote access, and experimental IP networking over ham radio.
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We're going up on a Marriott roof to tackle some exciting new Meshcore and antenna work! This diy project involves integrating solar power for an off grid setup. It's all about making sure our communications are reliable and efficient. 👍 Like if this cleared things up
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In this video, we break down why DMR doesn’t work the way most hams expect — from real-world coverage myths, repeater behavior, and why your audio sometimes sounds worse than analog. Whether you're new to digital voice or a seasoned DMR user, you’ll discover the surprising technical realities behind Digital Mobile Radio that no one talks about. We cover simplex vs. repeater performance, color code confusion, talkgroup limitations, battery life impact, and the biggest mistakes operators make when switching from FM to DMR.
Today's video is sponsored by the Hamspot hotspot - use code KC5HWB for a discount here - https://hamspot.square.site/
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Join me tonight as I invite the usual crew onto the show to talk about plans for next weekend at Hamvention 2026.
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In this video, we break down the latest SCOTUS oral arguments in FCC v. AT&T & Verizon. The Court appeared hesitant to extend Seventh Amendment jury trial protections to massive FCC penalties, following the Jarkesy decision.
Big telecom companies face over $100 million in fines for alleged privacy violations — without a jury trial. Will the Supreme Court side with the FCC or strengthen constitutional safeguards? A major ruling on administrative law and due process is expected this summer. Perfect for anyone following SCOTUS, constitutional law, or telecom news.
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Discover Baofeng’s new ultra-thin Alervites AT2 — the smart handheld radio that sends text, voice, images, and GPS location without cell service using the Ola Radio app. Perfect for hiking, prepping, emergencies, and team comms.
Ultra-slim (16mm), 72-hour battery, -20°C ready, Dual-PTT, Bluetooth, and UHF 400-480MHz compatibility.
Today's video is sponsored by Redodo Batteries - save 8% off of all products with code HAMRADIO8 at this link - https://www.redodopower.com/?ref=fXMdlD0D coupon: HAMRADIO8
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Discover the full story behind the dramatic MeshCore fork. In this video, we break down the official blog post from the MeshCore core team explaining "The Split" — from secret AI "vibe coding" with Claude, the surprise trademark filing, loss of trust, to the launch of the new official home at meshcore.io.
Learn what this means for the 38,000+ node MeshCore network, 100,000+ app users, firmware development, and the future of human-written open-source mesh networking hardware.
New Meshcore Website - https://meshcore.io
Devices that work for Meshcore - https://amzn.to/4n073rH
Blogpost - https://blog.meshcore.io/2026/04/23/the-split
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