Brew and Activate
Brew & Activate - N1JURWelcome to Brew & Activate, the podcast where we dive into the fascinating world of Parks on the Air (POTA) every Friday morning! Join us for lively discussions that cover everything you need to know—from gear and antennas to optimal setups. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, we’ll explore every aspect of outdoor ham radio operations, including those topics that might initially se... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 28 | Founded | 2 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureHobbiesTechnology | |||
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Last week on Brew & Activate, we talked about the hunter mindset — why great POTA hunters win with patience, timing, and calm decision-making.
This week?
We go tactical.
In Episode 2 of our hunter series, we break down the tools, tactics, and radi... more
Most Parks on the Air content focuses on activators — but this episode is for the other half of the contact: the hunters.
Why do some POTA hunters consistently break pileups with ease… while others struggle even with good gear?
In this Brew & Activ... more
Batteries don’t get the glory in POTA — but they absolutely decide whether your activation ends with a full log… or packing up early.
In this episode of Brew & Activate, we break down POTA batteries the right way:
No spec-sheet flexing.
No marketi... more
Parks on the Air (POTA) is supposed to be fun… but myths and bad advice stop a LOT of hams from ever activating.
In this episode, we break down the Top 5 most common POTA myths — and explain why they’re flat-out wrong.
We cover things like:
❌ “You... more
Support Your Parks Weekend: Winter is here—and Brew and Activate is getting you ready. We’re talking the origin story of Support Your Parks, how to plan a safe and efficient winter POTA activation, and then we’re ending with a community challenge:
T... more
Unlock the secrets to crystal-clear audio on portable HF operations in this hands-on live stream. Whether you’re a new activator, a portable contesting enthusiast, or someone asking “why does my audio sound bad?”, we break down what makes good audio ... more
Calling CQ and getting nothing back?
It might not be your radio—it might be the sky.
In this episode of Brew & Activate, we break down ham radio propagation in plain English and explain MUF and LUF like you’re five years old.
No math, no confusi... more
In this live stream, we dive into real-world park activations that didn’t go as planned and walk through practical fixes you can apply on your next POTA outing. We cover gear missteps, propagation surprises, logging glitches, and crowd-friendly setup... more
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What is Brew and Activate about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Content revolves around the Parks on the Air (POTA) initiative, engaging listeners with practical advice on outdoor ham radio operations. Episodes cover a wide range of topics, from equipment optimization and battery management to community engagement and troubleshooting activation challenges. The hosts combine humor, personal anecdotes, and educational insights to make complex topics accessible for both novices and experienced operators. Unique features include the promotion of community collaboration, encouraging listener participation through shared experiences and resources, making it appealing for ham radio enthusiasts who value camaraderie and knowledge sharing.
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1. Perry W1GRD
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