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Everyday Ham Podcast: Amateur Radio Conversations

Rory Locke (W8KNX), Jim Davis (N8JRD), & James Mills (K8JKU)
Amateur Radio
Parks On the Air
Field Day
Parks On the Air (POTA)
Hamvention
Tokyo Ham Fair
Yaesu
Flex Radio
70-Centimeter Band
Ham Radio
Summits On the Air
POTA
FTX1 Optima
ICOM America
AST Spacemobile
ICOM
Smartsdr
Subscription Model
Polo
Morse Code

Welcome to the Everyday Ham Podcast, where three friends dive into the world of amateur (ham) radio with a casual, lighthearted twist. (Visit www.everydayham.com)From discussing what we're working on, current events, and lessons learned to sharing our gripes and off-topic banter, we bring a mix of fun, relatable conversations and radio expertise. Whether you’re a seasoned operator or new to the ho... more

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The fastest way to waste Hamvention is to treat it like a random walk. We're getting ahead of Dayton with the game plan we wish we had on day one: how to pace the weekend, when to hit the flea market swap meet, how to avoid the wors... more

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Space travel didn't get safer, we just got used to it. That's the feeling driving our Artemis II nerd-out as we watch humans loop the Moon again for the first time since the Apollo era, with Orion pushing distance records and remind... more

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Your logging app is not just a logbook anymore, and Ham2K PoLo is proof. We sit down with Sebastián Delmont KI2D, the creator and lead developer of PoLo, right as his Ham2K LoFi cloud sync service goes live. If you have ever exporte... more

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A Bird 43 wattmeter score at the swap, two new budget handhelds worth a look, and Rory's CW skills getting sharper through QSO parties and daily POTA hunting set the stage for a packed Episode 15.

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Recent Guests

Sebastián KI2D
Creator and lead developer of Ham2K PoLo, LoFi Cloud Sync
Ham2K PoLo
Episode: Ham2K PoLo Cloud Sync Is Live and It's Just the Beginning
Terry Bohn
COVID amateur radio operator and enthusiast.
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Matt W7MDN
Military and commercial pilot who picked up ham radio during the COVID years.
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Tim N7KOM
Mountaineer, skier, and cyclist who shares his adventures on YouTube.
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Hosts

James K8JKU
Co-host of Everyday Ham Podcast, actively contributes to ham radio discussions and gear conversations.
Jim N8JRD
Co-host with deep involvement in ham radio topics, often driving technical banter and gear talk.
Rory W8KNX
Co-host contributing field experiences and community-driven topics, often covering events and DXing themes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Great Start - enjoy the perspective

    Nice lead-in for future topics. Looking forward to the next episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lyon1066
    United Statesa year ago
  • Five Stars!

    Just tuned in to the Everyday Ham Podcast and can’t get enough of it! The three hosts strike the perfect balance between informative ham radio discussions and laid-back banter that keeps me smiling the entire episode. From the projects they’re working on to lessons learned and relatable off-topic tangents, every conversation feels both engaging and genuinely fun. Whether you’re already deep into amateur radio or just curious about the hobby, this podcast will entertain, educate, and leave you ea... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MtrCtyJoe
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Start

    Nice lead-in for 2025 topics. Looking forward to the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lyon1066
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the approachable banter and balance between education and entertainment.
Fans look forward to ongoing topics on gear, events, and practical how-tos.
The show's guests and hosts strike a good mix of technical depth and relatable humor.

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Ham2K PoLo Cloud Sync Is Live and It's Just the Beginning
Q: Tell us about the LoFi Cloud Sync and why you started with a cloud-based approach.
Sebastián explains that syncing at the QSO level across devices requires a robust backend and careful handling of offline scenarios, which led to a cloud-first approach with a free tier and a paid service for advanced features.
How to Learn CW in 2026: Two Paths to Morse Code Success
Q: What inspired you to pick up CW?
I was inspired by other operators at the Michigan POTA Meetup, witnessing their ability to communicate using CW while enjoying the hobby.
The Good, The Bad, and The Junk – Swap Meet Scores & DXpedition Drama
Q: What is the Junk Scale rating for the current swap meet?
Rory estimated it at 65%, while James predicted it at 75% junk.
The Good, The Bad, and The Junk – Swap Meet Scores & DXpedition Drama
Q: What updates do you have on the FTM 510?
The FTM 510 has replaced previous models with new features but has removed Bluetooth and reduced wide reception range significantly.

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A casual, humor-forward show that centers on amateur radio, gear, field ops, and community. Hosts balance technical discussions with personal anecdotes, current events, and opinions on upgrades, events, and industry shifts. Recent episodes spotlight space-age radio topics, logging apps, gear pricing, learning CW, and community-driven topics like Parks on the Air and DXing strategies, all while maintaining a welcoming vibe for both seasoned operators and newcomers. The format often leans into banter, live demos, and guest insights from developers, operators, and hobbyists, making it approachable yet informative for listeners who want practical tips, product context, and a sense of the hobby's culture and future directions.

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