Ham Radio 360

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Ham Radio 360: Nepal Earthquake, Radio Mala Jun 02, 2015

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In anticipation of a major earthquake in Nepal, Radio Mala was founded to establish a disaster communication infrastructure to connect Kathmandu and the surrounding region through amateur radio communication. Unfortunately, their services were needed sooner than expected when the April 2015 Nepal earthquake hit, resulting in the deaths of over 8,800 people and injuring more than 23,000.

Former classmates Suresh and David joined forces to build the Amateur Radio Network in Nepal. They shared their inspiring story of working together to establish the network and helping provide critical communication during the disaster.

If you are interested in helping Radio Mala, you can connect with them through one of the links listed below. Every little bit counts in providing support and aid to those who need it most.

The April 2015 Nepal earthquake (also known as the Gorkha earthquake)killed more than 8,800 people and injured more than 23,000. It occurred at 11:56 NST on 25 April, with a magnitude of 7.8M_w or 8.1M_sand a maximum Mercalli Intensity of IX (Violent). Its epicenter was east of the district of Lamjung, and its hypocenter was at a depth of approximately 15 km (9.3 mi)^. It was the worst natural disaster to strike Nepal since the 1934 Nepal–Bihar earthquake.

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Cale/K4CDN

Ham Radio 360: Radio Heaven-Dayton Hamvention May 19, 2015

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In Episode #26, Jeremy-KF7IJZ gives us a tour of the 2015 Dayton Hamvention, a three-day event that showcases the latest ham radio equipment, technology, and innovation. Jeremy meets with various amateur radio enthusiasts, vendors, and manufacturers, including the team at Elecraft who shares insights into their latest product, the K3S. The episode takes listeners on a journey through the bustling aisles of the Hamvention, providing a glimpse into the excitement and passion of the ham radio community.

Links to ALL Vendors, Manufacturers and Guest are below!

Links in order as they appeared in the show:

MTCRadio

FIRST Power Stackers robotics

DRSS Enterprise robotics

Whitebox

Ham Radio 360: ‘A Hams Life’ Fritz Nitsch, W4NTO May 05, 2015

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In this episode, Cale talks about his experience meeting and interviewing W4NTO, also known as Fritz, who was one of his first-ever contacts as an amateur radio operator. Despite being over 95 years old, Fritz is still an active ham and WWII veteran with a wealth of knowledge and experience to share.

During the interview, Fritz talks about his upbringing in a home with a father who was interested in electronics, his experience teaching new recruits CW, and his life after the war. The conversation is candid and informative, giving listeners a glimpse into the life of a ham with many years of experience in the hobby.

While the audio quality of the interview may not be the best, the content is valuable and offers a unique perspective on the history and evolution of amateur radio. The host hopes that listeners will enjoy getting to know Fritz and appreciate the wisdom and knowledge he has to share.

Spartanburg Ham radio pioneer wins national thank-you.

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Cale/K4CDN

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**Ham Radio 360: Hurricane Katrina with KB5WMY** Apr 22, 2015
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this show was produced before the re-brand to HamRadio 360.

In August 2005, Hurricane Katrina devastated the Gulf Coast of the United States, causing immense destruction and loss of life. It was the costliest natural disaster in US history and one of the deadliest hurricanes. Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with Carl, KB5WMY, about the role of ham radio in the storm recovery efforts. Carl had volunteered in the Bossier Parish 911 center following the hurricane, and we discussed the critical communication needs during such disasters and the ways in which ham radio operators can assist in emergency situations.

This is one mans view of the job that was handled by many Amateur Radio Operators from all over the US and the World.

**KB5WMY Carl David McNair, 61, of Bossier City, LA, passed away on Monday, March 11, 2019 in Minden, LA after a long struggle with cancer.**

*Many Thanks* to all who participated in the rescue and recovery lending a hand to your fellow man!

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Ham Radio 360: Mobile Installations, K0BG Mar 24, 2015

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Ham Radio Mobile Installations

In Episode 22 of the Ham Radio 360 podcast, Jeremy (KF7IJZ) talks to Alan Applegate (K0BG) about Ham Radio Mobile Installations and Operations. Alan is well-known in the amateur radio community for his website, which provides information on taking radio equipment on the road. Alan shares his personal journey in amateur radio, from traveling for work to becoming the owner of one of the most popular ham radio websites. The episode is a great listen for anyone looking to get on the air while on the road.

Thanks Jeremy and Alan for a Great Trip!

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Ham Radio 360: Michael Colton, KE7HIA; the Portable SDR Feb 25, 2015

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In this episode, Michael (KE7HIA) is the guest and he is described as a maker and a self-taught engineer and designer who is more electronic than human. Michael has recently completed a successful Kickstarter campaign for his upcoming Portable SDR (Software Defined Radio) product, which has generated a lot of buzz in the Ham Radio community. In this episode, Michael talks about his background and how he came up with the idea for his Portable SDR, and shares his insights into innovation in Ham Radio

http://portablesdr.net/

What is the PSDR?

The Portable Software Defined Radio, or PSDR, is an Open Source, Fully stand-alone HF/Shortwave Software Defined Transceiver. It includes a Vector Network Analyzer and Antenna Analyzer as well as GPS. It’s built for rugged portable use. It is designed to be a flexible platform for development, a learning aid, and and a useful instrument for electronics enthusiasts.

Visit Michaels YouTube Channel to view all of his candid production videos

We appreciate Michael coming on and filling in the blanks about the PSDR!

Michael’s Kickstarter Page

Ham Radio 360: KB6NU… No-Nonsense Study Guides and CW Feb 11, 2015

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In this episode of the Other Ham Radio Podcast, Dan KB6NU talks about his popular Ham Radio Blog and his No-Nonsense Study Guides, which are available in Kindle, Nook and PDF formats.
He also shares his passion for CW and has written a primer for those interested in learning it. In addition, he has written a helpful guide titled “21 Things to do If You’re a New Ham,” which provides practical tips and steps for those just starting out in amateur radio.
You can find Dan’s blog at http://www.kb6nu.com and follow him on Twitter @kb6nu. If you’re looking for study materials or inspiration to study, his books are available through the links on his blog.

A big Thank You to Dan Romanchik, KB6NU for visiting with us on the Show!