Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast
My name is Josh, I’m a dad living in Southern California with my wife and two sons. I’m an engineer and radio amateur. I’ve created the Ham Radio Crash Course to get people involved in radio and to help people keep learning!
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Saturday Oct 23, 2021
Saturday Oct 23, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): How Cheap Can You Go With Ham Radio?
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about how user interface matters, NOAA gives kidnapping preparedness advice and how low you can go with ham radio.
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Rum and Coke and later NEgronis.
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: User Interface Matters
Join the conversation by leaving a review on iTunes for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!
What We Used This Week:
Josh suggests TTGO Meshtastic T-Beam V1.1 ESP32 433/868/915/923Mhz WiFi BLE Lora ESP32 GPS NEO-6M SMA 18650 Battery Holder With OLED https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_9RmIP9
Leah suggests a small propane grill: https://amzn.to/3C7HFYR
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: Leah takes a look at kidnapping preparedness from a surprising source: https://www.wrc.noaa.gov/wrso/security_guide/kidnap.htm
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
ICOM IC-705 to Xiegu XPA125B amplifier keying cable w/ RBI-1 BUFFERED Interface https://www.ebay.com/itm/ICOM-IC-705-to-Xiegu-XPA125B-amplifier-keying-cable-w-RBI-1-BUFFERED-Interface-/143898454710?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
Washington State’s Ice Cream Shoppe: https://creamery.wsu.edu/ferdinands-ice-cream-shoppe/
Russ’s track system: https://www.strip-curtains.com/order/track_trolley_hardware.php
Don’s Video: https://youtu.be/11n4rsUtS6w
Nathan’s Southern Vermont Ham Radio YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCcvbSWxFngDIGvtTI10gSpA
Show Topic: How Low Can You Go With Ham Radio?
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
Want to send us something? Josh Nass P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi
Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.comShop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/
Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Connect with Us:
Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com
YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse
Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/
Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT
Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ
Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi
Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh)
Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah)
Friday Oct 15, 2021
Friday Oct 15, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Why is Ham Radio So Complicated?
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about Ham Radio Kit Redundancy, PrepTok and low cost heating methods and the overcomplication of ham radio.
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Jameson and Ginger with a Twist
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: Ham Radio Kit Redundancy
Join the conversation by leaving a review on iTunes for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!
What We Used This Week:
Josh suggests the GoRuck Plate Carrier (https://www.goruck.com/products/rucker-3-0), iPhone 13 (https://amzn.to/3DFCPCo) and IC-705 Tuner (https://amzn.to/2YP3uht).
Leah suggests portable greenhouse (https://amzn.to/3lGyclb).
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: Leah recommends Preptok and thinking about how to reduce your heating costs this coming winter. Lupus Foundation has a list of organizations that will also help you with utility costs if you are in need: https://www.lupus.org/resources/housing-and-utility-assistance
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
Palomar Engineering Ferrite Core Products: https://palomar-engineers.com/ferrite-products/ Use HRCC73 coupon code to save on your purchase.
Natalie Portman Raps (NOT SAFE FOR WORK!!) https://youtu.be/-A0iftflme4 (Apologies for the vulgarity.)
Nathan’s Southern Vermont Ham Radio YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCcvbSWxFngDIGvtTI10gSpA
Show Topic: The Overcomplication of Ham Radio
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
Want to send us something? Josh Nass P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi
Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.comShop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/
Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Connect with Us:
Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com
YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse
Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/
Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT
Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ
Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi
Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh)
Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah)
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Friday Oct 08, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): What Ham Radio Can Do For You In An Emergency
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about Doomsday Radio, lightning safety tips, and what ham radio can do for you in an emergency.
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Foggy Manchester
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: Doomsday Radio
Join the conversation by leaving a review on iTunes for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!
What We Used This Week:
Josh suggests the Kenwood TH-F6, the mobilinkd TNC3, the Yaesu FT5D and the Geochron Atlas 2 4K.
Leah suggests Cull Lobsters: Shop for Canadian cull lobsters for a case. Locally, they are only about $100 delivered for 12-15 whole lobsters and a great way to jazz up a celebration.
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: The CDC has lightening safety suggestions. https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/features/lightning-safety/index.html
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
Jeffrey suggests the entire collection of Foxfire Books: https://amzn.to/3BtaYog
Matt is going on a ham quest. Check out way to join his ham club focused on ham adventures. https://amzn.to/3BtaYog
Vic sends an old York Peppermint Patty Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rj3dmK0Nktg
Rich tells us about Sandy Becker and the Dave Casper connection with info from http://nostalgiacentral.com/
General License Crash Course: Leah continues her General Studies and wraps up her recent practice test.
Show Topic: 10 ways ham radio can help you in an emergency
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
Want to send us something? Josh Nass P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi
Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.comShop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/
Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Connect with Us:
Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com
YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse
Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/
Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT
Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ
Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi
Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh)
Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah)
Friday Oct 01, 2021
Friday Oct 01, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Go Radio and Antennas
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about radio programming, making a home forge and Go Radios and Antennas.
Leah's Birthday Fundraiser: https://www.facebook.com/donate/386986513050252/
What we’re up to this week: Bulliet Rye and Veuve Cliquot
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Builliet and Diet Coke
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: Radio Programming
Join the conversation by leaving a review on iTunes for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!
What We Used This Week: 5 Things For Your Significant Other
Favorite Drink: Bulliet Rye and Veuve Cliquot
Favorite Snack: Whisps Cheese Crisps (https://amzn.to/2YgieW3) and Smart Sweets Sour Patch Kids (https://amzn.to/2Ya4exk)
Favorite Color: Orange Pumpkin (https://amzn.to/3zT7ry5) and Grey Nail Polish (https://amzn.to/2Y7ecPj)
Something Comfy: Lounge Shorts (https://amzn.to/3F3WtJX) and a Poncho (https://amzn.to/3oowCpS)
Something That Reminds You Of The Other: Gold Accented Organizer (https://www.target.com/p/acrylic-round-desktop-organizer-project-62-8482/-/A-80706018?ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&fndsrc=tgtao&DFA=71700000014804813&CPNG=PLA_Seasonal%2BShopping_Brand%7CSeasonal_Ecomm_Home&adgroup=SC_Seasonal_School/Office+Supplies&LID=700000001170770pgs&LNM=PRODUCT_GROUP&network=g&device=c&location=9031067&targetid=aud-1280395659027:pla-794640807315&ds_rl=1246978&ds_rl=1247068&ds_rl=1248099&gclid=CjwKCAjw49qKBhAoEiwAHQVTo5mareXd_mfU0XaPUf5CU99jeAWavBX2ALgPdX6jlT8qUc8e9NRpgBoCr_QQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds) and Andes Mints (https://amzn.to/3F3X26x)
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: Think about a homemade foundry and other tools you don’t need electricity to use. https://www.instructables.com/How-To-Make-The-Mini-Metal-Foundry/
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
Mobile Antenna Question items.
Bingfu Vehicle Antenna: https://amzn.to/3D1iI13
DHT Electronics Handheld Antenna Cable https://amzn.to/2ZGV9w5
https://atontheair.com/
General License Crash Course: Leah continues her General Studies and is a week away from wrapping up another test.
Show Topic: Go Radios and Antennas
Yaesu FT3-5D: https://www.hamradio.com/detail.cfm?pid=H0-017648
IC-705: https://www.icomamerica.com/en/products/amateur/handheld/705/default.aspx
Xiegu G90: https://amzn.to/2WwWuEI
Elecraft KX2: https://elecraft.com/products/kx2-ssb-cw-data-80-10-m-transceiver
Yaesu FT-891: https://amzn.to/2Y68vRI
Yaesu FT-857: https://www.yaesu.com/indexVS.cfm?cmd=DisplayProducts&encProdID=8CBB7C4BDBAF40129AD4253A4987523C
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
Want to send us something? Josh Nass P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi
Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.comShop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/
Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Connect with Us:
Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com
YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse
Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/
Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT
Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ
Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi
Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh)
Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah)
Friday Sep 24, 2021
Friday Sep 24, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): ARRL Handbook Review
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about chasing SOTA and POTA, 6 habits of highly effective prepper and the ARRL Handbook.
From our sponsor: We are teaming up with Db to exclusively offer our listeners 10% off your next purchase by using the code POD10 or going to this link: https://bit.ly/37cP8YP. Db, it's time to move on, time to get going!
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Mount Gay Rum and cream soda.
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: Chase SOTA and POTA
Join the conversation by leaving a review on iTunes for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!
What We Used This Week:
Josh recommends the RigExpert Antenna Analyzer. https://amzn.to/2XVeuJx
Leah recommends raised garden bed blocks. https://www.homedepot.com/p/Oldcastle-7-5-in-x-7-5-in-x-5-5-in-Tan-Brown-Planter-Wall-Block-Pack-of-24-16202486/206942399?source=shoppingads&locale=en-US&mtc=Shopping-B-F_D28O-G-D28O-028_023_LAWN_ACC-NA-NA-NA-SMART-NA-NA-SMART_SHP&cm_mmc=Shopping-B-F_D28O-G-D28O-028_023_LAWN_ACC-NA-NA-NA-SMART-NA-NA-SMART_SHP-71700000063988474-58700005690512855-92700051915081058&gclid=CjwKCAjw7rWKBhAtEiwAJ3CWLBqNmqy1V4R2HCEQN8MWZviiRbZkLYj4imi-i9DjS7Ub3lHJrEPqaBoCsKQQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: Habits of highly effective prepper. https://preparednessadvice.com/6-habits-of-highly-effective-preppers/
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
Https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fsn_(file_manager)
http://fsv.sourceforge.net/
https://github.com/mcuelenaere/fsv
http://www.sgistuff.net/
https://www.qrz.com/db/8J1RL
http://wx0mik.net/
https://www.riteintherain.com/
General License Crash Course: Leah continues her General Studies and you’ll have to listen to find out how she’s doing.
Show Topic: Josh goes over the ARRL Handbook.
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
Want to send us something? Josh Nass P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi
Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.comShop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/
Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Connect with Us:
Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com
YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse
Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/
Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT
Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ
Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi
Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh)
Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah)
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Friday Sep 17, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Why We’re In A Ham Radio Renaissance
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about having a lot of items in the shack, go through an elementary school emergency kit and realize that we’re living in a ham radio renaissance.
From our sponsor: We are teaming up with Db to exclusively offer our listeners 10% off your next purchase by using the code POD10 or going to this link: https://bit.ly/37cP8YP. Db, it's time to move on, time to get going!
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Mount Gay Rum and Common Space Chubby Unicorn Guava Milkshake IPA. We also try a TikTok alcohol hack.
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: Have a lot of parts and accessories in your ham shack.
Join the conversation by leaving a review on iTunes for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!
What We Used This Week:
Josh recommends the Wagantech ionboost v10 https://wagan.com/products/ionboost-v10-torque
Leah recommends Bernie Bott’s Jelly Belly Beans: https://amzn.to/3kfdIiY
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: We go through a school emergency kit.
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
Gofundme for W2MMD, Gloucester County Amateur Radio Club:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/rebuild-club-station-w2mmd?utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1&utm_medium=email&utm_source=customer
FCC PRB-1: https://www.fcc.gov/wireless/bureau-divisions/mobility-division/amateur-radio-service/prb-1-1985
General License Prep: Leah continues her General studies and doesn’t know what an MMIC is.
Show Topic: Why We Are In A Ham Radio Renaissance.
Parks on the air: https://parksontheair.com
Adam K6ARK: https://youtube.com/c/K6ARKPortableRadio
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
Want to send us something? Josh Nass P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi
Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.comShop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/
Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Connect with Us:
Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com
YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse
Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/
Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT
Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ
Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi
Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh)
Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah)
Thursday Sep 09, 2021
Thursday Sep 09, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Portable Antennas For Everyone
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about the virtues of antenna analyzers, National Preparedness Month and portable antenna options.
Check out our sponsor Misen Knives at https://bit.ly/3mWH8UT
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Smog City Little Bo Pils
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: Get an antenna analyzer.
Join the conversation by leaving a review on iTunes for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!
What We Used This Week:
Josh recommends the Buddistick Pro: https://www.buddipole.com/buddistick.html. Look out for the giveaway.
Leah recommends Bissell Pro-Heat 2x Revolution: https://amzn.to/3hhnVt6
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: National Preparedness Month. https://www.ready.gov/september
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
Lofty Pursuits: http://www.loftypursuits.com/
Public DIsplays of Confection: https://www.pd.net/
Lofty Pursuits YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/LoftyPursuits
Charleston Chew online store: https://tootsie.com/candy/charleston-chew/
Andreas Spiess' LoRa videos: https://www.youtube.com/c/AndreasSpiess/search?query=LoRa
ThermoWorks Fridge/Freezer Thermometers: https://www.thermoworks.com/shop/products/Fridge-Alarms
ThermoWorks Fridge/Freezer Thermometer Selection Chart: https://www.thermoworks.com/pdf/master_fridge_freezer_thermometer_selection_chart.pdf
Nathan K1MAZ’s Southern Vermont Ham Radio YouTube Channel: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCcvbSWxFngDIGvtTI10gSpA/featured
On outdoor lighting:
https://www.darksky.org/light-pollution/lighting-crime-and-safety/
https://www.darksky.org/light-pollution/wildlife/
https://www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/nights-are-getting-brighter-earth-paying-the-price-light-pollution-dark-skies
http://www.darksky.org/
Cow Power: https://youtu.be/lVEEKadBQG8
6 year old ham on Letterman: https://youtu.be/8XGb1d8sjco
General License Prep: Leah continues her General studies more discouraged than ever.
Show Topic: A Dizzying List of Portable Antennas.
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
Want to send us something? Josh Nass P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi
Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.comShop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/
Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Connect with Us:
Website...................► http://hamradiocrashcourse.com
YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse
Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/
Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT
Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ
Twitter......................► https://twitter.com/Hoshnasi
Instagram.................► https://instagram.com/hoshnasi (Josh)
Instagram.................►https://instagram.com/hamtactical (Leah)
Friday Sep 03, 2021
Friday Sep 03, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Are All Antennas Compromised?
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about a simple connect and go antenna, lighting around the house for preparedness and whether or not all antennas are compromised.
A message from our first ever sponsor: We are teaming up with Db to exclusively offer our listeners 10% off your next purchase by using the code POD10 or going to the link in our show notes. Db, it's time to move on, time to get going!
https://bit.ly/37cP8YP
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Sierra Nevada Oktoberfest
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: Simple Connect and Go Antenna https://tn07.com/my-go2-antenna
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What We Used This Week:
Josh recommends the TN07 My Go2 Antenna: https://tn07.com/my-go2-antenna
Leah recommends Simple Modern Water Bottle with a flip lid: https://amzn.to/3yI20RG
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: Lighting Around Your House. As recommended by: Www.instagram.com/ontargetreviews
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
On the topic of hearing protection as recommended by Tobe:
Peltor 500: https://amzn.to/3zJ0VdY
Battery Pack for Peltor: https://amzn.to/3gZgcQh
Peltor Gel Ear Pads: https://amzn.to/2WMoc02
Peltor Carrying Case: https://amzn.to/3zJ17tI
Walker’s Razor Ear Muffs: https://amzn.to/3BSc5Oj
Gel Pads for Walker’s Razor Ear Muffs: https://amzn.to/3t9HgBk
Walker’s Razor Walkie Talkie: https://amzn.to/2YpSLt9
Nathan K1MAZ’s Southern Vermont Ham Radio YouTube Channel: https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCcvbSWxFngDIGvtTI10gSpA/featured
General License Prep: Leah continues her General studies more tipsy than she should be.
Show Topic: Are all antennas compromised?
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
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Friday Aug 27, 2021
Friday Aug 27, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): What to Bring to a Hamfest
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about how size does matter, how to protect yourself with a flashlight and what to bring to a hamfest.
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Black Box Malbec.
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: Size really does matter.
Join the conversation by leaving a review on iTunes for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!
What We Used This Week:
Josh recommends Yaesu VX-3R: https://www.yaesu.com/indexVS.cfm?cmd=DisplayProducts&ProdCatID=111&encProdID=5CB596EBED9A3EE26635C7E1F02500D9
Leah recommends portable air purifier: https://amzn.to/3BmED29
Bento Box: https://amzn.to/3gEkVHb
Hot Logic Mini: https://amzn.to/3ymUvjc
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: Tactical Flashlights. Thanks @ontargetreviews for the recommendation. Www.instagram.com/ontargetreviews
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
Got to Superstition Superfest on December 4 in Mesa, AZ. http://superstitionsuperfest.com/
Check out Jason at http://hammockradio.com/
Cherry Poppin Daddies Count: https://youtu.be/jKWC5kqYJ3Y
Check out Jason at Ham Radio 2.0. Http://www.YouTube.com/hamradio20
RF Exposure Calculator: http://arrl.org/rf-exposure-calculator
General License Prep: Leah continues her General studies and starts a new exam and is as confused as ever.
Show Topic: What to bring to a hamfest.
Pocket pal: http://qrpme.com/?p=product&id=PAL
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
Want to send us something? Josh Nass P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi
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Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/
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Friday Aug 20, 2021
Friday Aug 20, 2021
Show Notes (contains affiliate links): Tips on Using a Handheld Radio Effectively
On this week's episode of Ham Radio Crash Course, a podcast roughly
based on amateur radio but mostly made up of responding to emails from
listeners, hosted by Josh Nass - KI6NAZ and his reluctant wife, Leah -
KN6NWZ, we talk about packing just enough, making beef jerky and tips on how to use a handheld radio effectively.
Have a drink with us! Today, we’re drinking… Trader Joe’s Margaritas.
Josh has a short tip with the Ham Radio Minute: Pack enough, a bit extra for fun, but don’t go overboard.
Join the conversation by leaving a review on iTunes for Ham Radio Crash Course podcast at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ham-radio-crash-course/id1400794852 and/or emailing Leah@hamtactical.com. Leaving a review wherever you listen to podcasts will help Ham Radio Crash Course reach more hams and future hams and we appreciate it!
What We Used This Week:
Josh recommends Apple MacBook Pro M1: https://amzn.to/2UwqwHw
Leah recommends Carvel Ice Cream Cake for all your celebratory needs: https://www.ralphs.com/p/carvel-round-happy-birthday-celebration-ice-cream-cake/0001626400600
Ham Radio Crash Course A-store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
Preparedness Corner: Leah recommends making beef jerky. Here is an easy seasoning solution: https://amzn.to/3k2RcZi
Email Correspondent’s Tower: We answer emails with ham radio questions, comments on previous podcasts, T-shirt suggestions and everything in between.
Links mentioned in the ECT:
Brysen mentions his love of tiger rice cookers. https://amzn.to/3D4Rp72
Doug’s Large Animal Rescue: http://nwart.org/ and his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMWk0hemzZCdCc3aFzdmj7g
Bunny recommends a Zojirushi Drip Coffee Maker: https://amzn.to/37XohAb
General License Prep: Leah continues her General studies and finishes her exam.
Show Topic: Tips on Using a Handheld Radio Effectively
Thank you all for listening to the podcast. We have a lot of fun making it and the fact you listen and send us feedback means alot to us!
Want to send us something? Josh Nass P.O. Box 5101 Cerritos, CA 90703-5101Support the Ham Radio Crash Course Podcast:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/hoshnasi
Shop HamTactical: http://www.hamtactical.comShop Our Affiliates: http://hamradiocrashcourse.com/affiliates/
Shop Our Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/shop/hamradiocrashcourse
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Connect with Us:
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YouTube..................► https://www.youtube.com/c/HamRadioCrashCourse
Podcast...................► https://hamradiocrashcourse.podbean.com/
Discord....................► https://discord.gg/xhJMxDT
Facebook................► https://goo.gl/cv5rEQ
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