Comms
Radios, mesh networks, EMP-hardened electronics, secure phones, and how to stay reachable when the grid stalls. The category most preppers underestimate until they need it.
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Shreveport Bossier Hamfest Walkthrough
31-minute walkthrough of a regional hamfest: portable ham radio gear, antennas, power systems, and hands-on operating demonstrations at a live event.
Turmoil Tuesday - Are You Training & Practicing?
Hour-long discussion on developing and maintaining practical preparedness skills, with featured gear for off-grid communications and solar power systems.
Episode 4: When Everything Fails
Medical protocols, PPE loadouts, and communication systems for compound disaster scenarios involving disease outbreaks and grid failure.
Ham Radio General Grade Exam Journey: Two Months of Training and Morse Code Mastery
45-minute documentation of a two-month ham radio General Grade licensing program, covering Morse Code training, exam preparation, and group study structure for emergency communications.
Let's Hit The ISS With APRS!!
Live walkthrough of APRS beacon transmission through the International Space Station using handheld radio gear, frequencies, and portable setup.
The Window Is Closing
Comprehensive threat assessment and action items spanning fuel storage, medical response, communications, home security, and tactical readiness.
Ham Nation #628: Huntsville Hamfest, Young Ham Of The Year, and Repeater AI Assistant
Amateur radio news, community hamfest coverage, and discussion of emerging ham radio technologies including an AI-assisted repeater system.
What Should I Bring to Defcon 2026?
Discussion of portable ham radio gear recommendations and emergency communication equipment selection for field deployment and off-grid scenarios.
Digital Modes, APRS & Field Ops with Craig KM6LYW
Two operators discuss portable ham radio data modes in the field: APRS for safety, Winlink for off-grid email, DigiPi builds, solar power setups, and radio selection for backpack deployments.
Mesh Networking Live: Meshtastic and MeshCore Firmware Setup
Real-time walkthrough of setting up Meshtastic and MeshCore mesh networking firmware for off-grid emergency communications.
Ham Nation #626: All About The Big E!
One-hour discussion of Sporadic E propagation, amateur radio news, and listener Q&A with Gordon West and other ham radio instructors.
Field Day Setup Party With W6TRW
Live coverage of amateur radio Field Day setup: portable station assembly, equipment demonstrations, antenna rigging, and emergency communication readiness in a remote location.
Ham Radio Antenna Citation: Regulations, Legal Resources, and Solutions
How one ham operator resolved a municipal citation on radio antennas, with guidance on ARRL legal resources and regulatory compliance for home station setup.
ARRL Radio Review Database and Portable Radio Gear Guide
Walk through the new ARRL radio comparison database, review key metrics for emergency radios, and explore portable ham gear options for grid-down communication.
What is 44Net Connect? Why You Want To Access This Free System
Technical overview of 44Net, a free amateur radio network for emergency communication, hosted by John Burwell from the ARDC.
Equipping Families for Emergency Communication: Beyond the Radios
67-minute training session on family emergency communication planning, covering non-radio backup systems, protocols, and preparedness strategies from RATPAC instructor Joe Bassett.
MAYHEMIC Thursday - Will They Come When You Need Them?
Hour-long discussion on community preparedness and whether neighbors will help in emergencies, with demonstrations of Meshtastic off-grid communication devices.
Simulated Disaster Emergency Radio Communications
Hour-long hands-on walkthrough of multiple methods to transmit and receive radio signals during a simulated disaster, with gear recommendations and real-world testing.
POTA: A Snapshot of U.S. POTA Sites, Activations, and Activators
58-minute overview of Parks on the Air program participation, site distribution, activation patterns, and operator demographics across the U.S., presented by K4FMH to amateur radio emergency communications practitioners.
We will get the word out!
Doug and Stacy discuss glyphosate spraying in Lake Tahoe, data center expansion, eminent domain farm seizures, fasting protocols, reducing EMF exposure in the home, and organizing local resistance networks.
Amateur Radio: CSI (Clean Signal Initiative) Goes Mainstream
52-minute technical presentation on the Clean Signal Initiative and radio signal integrity standards for amateur radio emergency communications, presented by Rob Sherwood NC0B to RATPAC.
The ONE THING about DATA CENTERS no one is talking about
Analyzes the disparity between U.S. data center buildout and population compared to China and India, questions motives behind widespread construction despite local opposition, and discusses health strategies including EMF mitigation and natural remedies.
Dayton Hamvention Floor Walk 2026
Two operators walk the Dayton Hamvention vendor floor, stopping at booths for digital HF modems, mesh networking gear, mobile antennas, and QRP kits.
Meshtastic with Voice: Unboxing and Building the Muzi Works Base Uno and Duo
Unboxing and assembly of Meshtastic mesh radio hardware with emerging voice-over-mesh capability for off-grid emergency communications networks.
Grid Down? Build This Solar Meshtastic Node (Full DIY Guide)
Step-by-step build of a solar-powered Meshtastic mesh radio node for off-grid emergency communications, covering power system, radio, antenna, and weatherproofing.
The Basics of HF Antennas
37-minute primer on HF antenna design principles: what distinguishes antenna types, how they operate differently, and what to consider when selecting one.
5 Days in Yosemite with Starlink Mini - WaveTalkers LIVE 127
Field test of Starlink Mini satellite internet in Yosemite: coverage, performance, setup, and practical lessons for grid-down and remote-area communications.
Activity Log: Shared ICS-214 - WaveTalkers LIVE 126
Step-by-step guide to building a shared activity log using Google Forms and URL shorteners for emergency communications teams and exercises.
Mapping Winlink - WaveTalkers LIVE 125
Live training on Winlink packet radio system: setup, mapping, and field deployment for grid-down emergency communications.
Event Support: Ham Radio & Modern Wireless Tech - WaveTalkers LIVE 124
Hour-long walkthrough of amateur radio and wireless technologies for emergency event support, covering FM simplex/repeater, APRS, AREDN mesh, bonded networks, and real-world deployment at a Boston Marathon qualifier.
Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast - I Talk With Josh About Everything
Wide-ranging discussion with Josh from Ham Radio Crash Course covering FCC enforcement, licensing, and the current state of amateur radio.
Meshtastic at Sophia Hack Lab
85-minute technical presentation on Meshtastic mesh radio platform: hardware options, configuration, field deployment, and community use cases for decentralized communications.
GhostNet Livestream: Emergency Radio and Mesh Networking Discussion
Live interview with S2 Underground on GhostNet, an open-source emergency radio communication system for disaster and off-grid scenarios.
K6ARK Adam's Ever-Smaller Inventions
Interview with a search-and-rescue veteran and electronics engineer on designing pocket-sized transceivers, portable antennas, and failing forward in radio equipment projects.
Dishing out Pi with KM4ACK Jason
53-minute interview with ham radio operator Jason KM4ACK on building Raspberry Pi-based field stations for portable digital modes, emergency communications, and Parks on the Air operations.
Top Prepper HF Ham Radio Antenna
34-minute walkthrough of HF antenna options for amateur radio operators, comparing types and deployment for off-grid communication resilience.
Making Your First Ham Radio Call
Step-by-step walkthrough of making your first ham radio transmission: equipment setup, frequency selection, call protocol, and common beginner mistakes.
Radio for Preppers: A Crash Course
67-minute breakdown of radio options for preppers: AM/FM, weather, shortwave, scanners, CB, FRS/GMRS/MURS, amateur radio, and SDR, with emphasis on safety and practical recommendations.