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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
Hamvention
Parks On the Air (POTA)
Field Day
Yaesu
Tokyo Ham Fair
Flex Radio
70-Centimeter Band
ICOM
Ham Radio
Summits On the Air
POTA
Smartsdr
Subscription Model
FTX1 Optima
ICOM America
Polo
Morse Code
AST Spacemobile

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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Jay Aho (N8QYQ) came back to ham radio after 20 years away and, about a year later, had an APRS digipeater and a Winlink gateway running 210 feet up on the Detroit Masonic Temple. In this episode he tells James (K8JKU), Jim (N8JRD) ... more

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QSL is one of the most used words on the air and one of the least understood. When Jim asked what it actually stands for, all three of us stopped cold, so we spent an episode getting it right.

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What happens when a club stops treating Field Day like an endurance contest and starts treating it like a neighborhood open house? In this episode, James (K8JKU), Jim (N8JRD), and Rory (W8KNX) unpack the South Lyon Area Amateur Radi... more

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Ep. 18 – Has Parks on the Air hit its peak? James (K8JKU), Jim (N8JRD), and Rory (W8KNX) debate the future of POTA, from its explosive growth to what the declining solar cycle means for portable operators, and whether the program is... more

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Recent Guests

Jay Aho
Detroit-area amateur radio operator
Detroit EMCOMM / ARPSC initiatives
Episode: Ep. 21 – DIY Digipeater at Detroit's Historic Masonic Temple
Ray N9JA
Representative at ICOM mentioned during the show
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Creator of the PoLo app and developer in amateur radio
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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
Host of Everyday Ham Podcast and related spin-offs; frequent primary host across episodes
Rory W8KNX
Co-host with a focus on gear, community events, and hands-on projects
Jim
Co-host notable for hosting and audience banter; presents across many episodes

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • More Please

    These cats are fab! Really wish they updated the podcast more often than 1 a month but I’ll take what I can get.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KSUTrick
    United States3 months ago
  • 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 States2 years ago
  • Great Start

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

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lyon1066
    United States2 years ago

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Show feels collaborative and community-driven, with strong emphasis on hands-on projects and real-world experiences.
Guests and topics are diverse, from APRS projects to big-name ham events, with practical takeaways.
Audience feedback highlights ongoing interest in gear reveals, field activations, and CW learning topics.
Listeners appreciate the approachable, upbeat vibe and the balance between technical detail and casual banter.

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Ep. 21 – DIY Digipeater at Detroit's Historic Masonic Temple
Q: How does the public outreach exhibit work and what can visitors do?
The lobby exhibit includes a sign with a QR code that directs visitors to a WinLink-based workflow where they can enter their email and interests to receive information about ham radio, emergency communications, or Detroit history via WinLink email delivered over the network.
Ep. 21 – DIY Digipeater at Detroit's Historic Masonic Temple
Q: What were the key technical choices for the Digipeater and WinLink setup?
The system uses a Raspberry Pi running DireWolf for APRS with a Windows mini PC for WinLink, a wide-coverage 2-meter X30 antenna to reach local areas, and careful grounding within the building's infrastructure; both APRS and WinLink node software are configured to be reliable and maintainable from the top of the building.
Ep. 21 – DIY Digipeater at Detroit's Historic Masonic Temple
Q: How did you gain access to the Masonic Temple to install the digipeater at the top of the building?
Access was secured through the Masonic Temple's trustees and the GM of the lodge, who supported the project as a community emergency communications effort, enabling installation at a historic site.
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.

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This show centers on practical and hobbyist aspects of amateur radio, blending technical deep-dives with lighthearted banter. Episodes span APRS, digipeating, Parks on the Air, DXing, gear reveals from Hamvention, CW learning, and community-building conversations, often featuring hands-on projects, field activations, and brand-era discussions. A notable strength is the casual, fellowship-heavy format that invites both seasoned operators and newcomers to explore equipment, techniques, and events with accessible storytelling and a sense of camaraderie.

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