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LHS Episode #155: Interview with Frank Howell Oct 05, 2015

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Segment 1 (Amateur Radio)

Hamlib 3.0 Released
https://sourceforge.net/projects/hamlib/files/hamlib/3.0/
The End of the Paper Trail
Source: https://www.arrl.org
Pigs in Space
Source: https://www.southgatearc.org

Segment 2 (Open Source)

Microsoft Has Developed Its Own Linux Distribution
https://www.theregister.co.uk/2015/09/18/microsoft_has_developed_its_own_linux_repeat_microsoft_has_developed_its_own_linux/

Segment 3 (Linux in the Ham Shack)

Interview with Frank Howell, K4FMH
ICQ Podcast
Other Activities
Advocacy
Broadband Hamnet (HSMM-Mesh)
https://www.broadband-hamnet.org
HamWAN
https://www.hamwan.org/
Magnolia Intertie
https://magnolia-intertie.com
Ham Radio Now
https://hamradionow.tv
Amateur Logic
https://amateurlogic.tv

Music

“Messing with the Envelope” by Heifervescent from the Doll Face EP, courtesy of Jamendo.
Location: United Kingdom
Released: August, 2015
Running TIme: 4:05

Segment 4 (Announcements and Feedback)

E-mail from James Blocker, KG5IOR
Russ, I am a long time Linux System Admin who has recently gotten into ham radio (KG5IOR) and discovered your pod cast. In fact I was listening to my first episode today #145 when you start talking about a subject that I’ve got a little bit of experience with. There is an open source project that will decode the Automatic Picture Transmissions (APT) to images call APTDEC https://atpdec.sourceforge.net/. In all honesty it does lack many of the features that WXtoIMG has, but it is very useful for people who like working on the CLI. Something else you might be interested in is a project on GITHUB called Doppler - https://github.com/cubehub/doppler. This project will take the IQ stream from an RTL-SDR dongle and using the TLE (Two Line Elements) data that can be obtained from https://www.celestrak.com/NORAD/elements/noaa.txt or https://www.space-track.org and shift the frequency of the IQ stream to adjust for the doppler shift that happens when the satellite passes over head. Two other software project that you might be interested in that are VERY closely related are GPredict - https://gpredict.oz9aec.net/. GPredict will download the TLE data and show a map and tell you the next time a satellite will be in range. The other software project is libgpredict. It is created by the same guy who wrote doppler and is just a C++ library for taking TLE data and calculating the next time satellites will be in range. Anyway I’m not sure how a simple email that was only supposed to be about APTDEC and it being open source had gotten to be this long, but if you have any questions about any of the software packages I’ve mentioned let me know and I’ll do my best to help answer them. Thanks, James Blocker.

Segment 5 (Cheryl’s Recipe Corner)

With fall upon us, I think apples. And, what better than to take advantage of the local apple crops than…
Apple Cake
4 eggs
2 (scant) cups sugar
2 cups flour
4 tsp baking powder
1 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
1 cup golden raisins (optional)
3 tsp vanilla
1 cup oil
2 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground ginger (or nutmeg)
1 can apple pie filling, drained*
Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F degrees. Combine eggs, sugar, vanilla and oil. Add flour, baking powder, cinnamon and ginger (or nutmeg). Fold in apples, raisins and nuts. Turn into a greased and floured 9X13X2-inch pan for 1 hour or until done. Note: 2 cups fresh apples may be used instead of canned apple pie filling. Peel, chop and core apples, then dredge in sugar before using. Servings: 12.

Segment 6 (Social Media Roundup)

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LHS Episode #154: Sorry, I Kant Today Sep 21, 2015

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[audio:https://bsmarchive.info/lhs/mp3/lhs154.mp3]

Segment 1 (Amateur Radio)

What’s It Take to Get Hams on the Air? How About a Visit from the Pope
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1658655711087793/
Decode APRS Packets with an SDR Dongle
https://s55ma.radioamater.si/2015/08/14/decoding-aprs-packets-with-sdr-dongle/
Route 66 Special Event by SMARC Brings Bob Heil to Springfield
Source: https://www.ozarksfirst.com/news/amateur-radio-operators-show-off-hobby-in-springfield

Segment 2 (Open Source)

What is Open Source Pharma (And Why Should You Care?)
https://www.consortiuminfo.org/standardsblog/article.php?story=20150904123645851
Linux, Comparatively
Installers
Desktop Environments, Window Managers
Finding Software
Packages Managers and Software Installation
General Usage (Ease of Use)
Online Experience (Web Browsing)
Network Configuration, Peripheral Configuration
Finding Features
Gaming
Hardware Support
Getting Help

Segment 3 (Linux in the Ham Shack)

Gary Pearce on Linux in the Ham Shack (HRN 215 @ 58:25)
See Also: HRN 212
Windows and Linux Users “Being Honest” about Linux
Russ’s Thoughts
Matt Williams and Open FOSS Training
https://openfosstraining.com
https://www.youtube.com/swrCzu9e20M

Music

“Young” by Other Noises from the album S.L.A.S.H., courtesy of Jamendo.
https://www.jamendo.com/en/track/1147539/young
From: Russia
Released: August, 2014
Running Time: 3:13

Segment 4 (Announcements and Feedback)

100 Watts and a Wire
https://100wattsandawire.com/
E-mail from Frank Howell, K4FMH
Russ: I had to say something about the snark: https://k4fmh.com/2015/08/20/no-media-passes-at-the-huntsville-hamfest-sacre-bleu/. I wish Gary would just take a powder, as the 3 Stooges used to say, and stop the individuous comparisons. I listen and like HRN and LiTHS very much. Especially like the new Linux / Ham Radio sectioned format! 73, Frank K4FMH.

Segment 5 (Cheryl’s Recipe Corner)

A chicken version of the famous veal schnitzel, these crusty cutlets are best served with wedges of tart lemon. Add capers and more butter to make a pan sauce for serving, if you desire.. If you can’t find chicken cutlets at the supermarket, simply take 2 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves and slice them in half horizontally before pounding thin. This is great served with mashed potatoes (or pan fried potatoes) and some green beans with onion and bacon mixed in.
Chicken Schnitzel
4 chicken cutlets (about 1 1/2 pounds)
1/2 cup flour
Salt and pepper, to taste
2 eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/4 cups plain breadcrumbs
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
Lemon wedges, for garnish
Pound the chicken cutlets to 1/8-inch thick. Put the flour in a shallow bowl and season with salt and pepper. Lightly whisk the eggs in a separate shallow bowl and place the breadcrumbs in a third shallow bowl, then season the crumbs with salt. Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour, shaking off the excess. Then dredge in the egg and then coat it with the breadcrumbs. Place them on a sheet pan lined with parchment or wax paper and chill in the refrigerator for 5 minutes. In a large nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter, whisking them together. Cook the chicken in batches until just cooked through and golden brown on both sides, about 4 to 6 minutes total. Add more oil and butter to the pan between batches. As you go, set chicken aside on a platter lined with paper towel, tented with foil. Serve the chicken with lemon wedges for garnish.

Segment 6 (Social Media Roundup)

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LHS Episode #153: Pack a Ladder Sep 07, 2015

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Episode #153 Audio (Listen Now)

[audio:https://bsmarchive.info/lhs/mp3/lhs153.mp3]

Segment 1 (Amateur Radio)

How to Contact the International Space Station via Amateur Radio
Source: https://www.ariss.org/contact-the-iss.html
Additional Information: https://isslive.com/timeline/index.html
Amateur Radio Operator Facing Proposed $8,000 Fine for Blocking Broadcasts
Source: https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/local/union-township/2015/08/25/amateur-radio-operator-accused-blocking-broadcasts/32373891/
Chinese Amateur Radio Satellites Set to Launch In Early September
Source: https://www.arrl.org/news/chinese-amateur-radio-satellites-set-to-launch-in-early-september

Segment 2 (Open Source)

Linux Foundation Releases PARANOID Infosec Guide
Source: https://www.theregister.co.uk/2015/08/31/harden_like_linux_foundation/
Linux 4.2 Released Improving Cryptography Options
Source: https://www.linuxplanet.com/news/linux-4.2-released-improving-cryptography-options.html
August 25, 2015: Celebrating 24 Years of Linux
Source: https://opensource.com/life/15/8/happy-24th-birthday-linux-kernel
Source: https://arstechnica.com/information-technology/2015/08/how-linux-was-born-as-told-by-linus-torvalds-himself/
Manjaro Linux 0.8.13 Released
Source: https://manjaro.github.io

Segment 3 (Linux in the Ham Shack)

YAAC: Yet Another APRS Client
Source: https://www.ka2ddo.org/ka2ddo/YAAC.html

Music

“A Talk with George” by Jonathan Coulton from the album Thing-a-Week Two, courtesy of Jonathan Coulton himself.

Released November 2, 2006.

Segment 4 (Announcements and Feedback)

Comment via Facebook from Joe Drasal:
Just stumbled on to Linux in the Ham Shack Podcast. What a great trip. 🙂 Keep it going. It’s great. I love it!

Segment 5 (Cheryl’s Recipe Corner)

Since football season is upon us in the US, folks here like to party on Game Day. Tons of friends over to watch the game… and eat. While I have not tried this recipe, a friend sent it to me and said it was excellent. So we’re passing it along to you.
Beer and Brats Nachos Recipe
1 package (14 ounces) fully cooked smoked bratwurst links, sliced
2-1/4 cups frozen pepper and onion stir-fry blend
3 cups (12 ounces) shredded cheddar cheese
2-1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
1 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup beer or beef broth
12 cups tortilla chips
In a large skillet, saute bratwurst for 1 minute. Add stir-fry blend; cook 3-5 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Set aside and keep warm. In a large bowl, combine cheese and flour. In a large saucepan, saute onion in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in beer; heat over medium heat until bubbles form around sides of pan. Reduce heat to medium-low; add a handful of cheese mixture. Stir constantly, using a figure-eight motion, until almost completely melted. Continue adding cheese, one handful at a time, allowing cheese to almost completely melt between additions. Arrange tortilla chips on a large serving platter. Spoon cheese mixture over chips. Top with bratwurst mixture. Serve immediately. Yield: 12 servings.

Segment 6 (Social Media Roundup)

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LHS Episode #152: Man Smart (Woman Smarter) Aug 10, 2015

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Episode 152

Hello, ladies and gentlemen! It’s time for another action filled episode of Linux in the Ham Shack. Topics for this episode include, women in technology, the Amateur Radio Parity Act …

LHS Episode #151: Astronaughty Jul 27, 2015

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Episode 151

Greetings! We have a super episode for you this time around. It’s 151 Proof and packed with information on the Dayton Hamvention, NASA launches, lightweight Linux distributions that might be …

LHS Episode #150: The Sesquicentennial Jul 13, 2015

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Episode 150

Well, folks, it’s hard to put a description on this episode. We talk about our usual range of topics, but there is so much more thrown in that we can’t …

LHS Episode #149: Coming Up Lemons Jun 29, 2015

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Episode 149

Hello again, and welcome to Episode #149 of Linux in the Ham Shack. In this episode we tackle a number of interesting and diverse topics: Starting with Field Day and an …

LHS Episode #148: Alligators Are Good Eatin’ Jun 15, 2015

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Episode 148

Welcome to Episode #148 of Linux in the Ham Shack! In this installment, your hosts discuss Art Bell and the radio of kooks everywhere, free newsletters, Linux terminal utilities, FreeDV, …

LHS Episode #147: Radio on the Fringe May 25, 2015

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Episode 147

Hello, LHS listeners! We are back again with another exciting installment of our show. In this episode we discuss logging, general purpose and contesting, a new single-board computer project, retro …

LHS Episode #146: Interview with Christian Jacobs May 04, 2015

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Episode 146

Hello, LHS listeners! In this episode we have a very special treat in store for you all. We have a personal talk with Dr. Christian Jacobs, though I suspect he’d …

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