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Foundations of Amateur Radio

Onno (VK6FLAB)
Amateur Radio
GNU Radio
Parks On the Air
Software Defined Radio
International Amateur Radio Union
Signal Processing
Radio
Software-Defined Radio
Bald Yak Project
Bald Yak
Plutosdr
History Of Communication
Raspberry Pi
Community Engagement
Rtl-Sdr Dongle
Documentation
Power Supply
Rtl-Sdr
Direwolf
HF Radio

Starting in the wonderful hobby of Amateur or HAM Radio can be daunting and challenging but can be very rewarding. Every week I look at a different aspect of the hobby, how you might fit in and get the very best from the 1000 hobbies that Amateur Radio represents. Note that this podcast started in 2011 as "What use is an F-call?".

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Where are the 2011-2014 podcasts?

    You mention going back to the beginning. I can’t as it seems to only start at 2015. I am really enjoying these short little overs, but I am a total newbie so would like to hear the beginning!

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    5
    Je veux les bonbons
    Australia4 years ago
  • Excellent insights in the amature radio community

    Podcast Addict
    5
    thesavo
    4 years ago
  • Relevant if you are a F-call or not.

    I had found this series sitting among the bigger Amateur Radio podcasts and I didn’t know what would be covered here in less than 5 minutes per episode. The bite sized episodes helped to put a perspective to this new hobby and as a recently licensed operator, I’m able to connect to all the points mentioned in this series. Thank you Onno. 73s, Sandip EI7IJB.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandip Nambiar
    Ireland5 years ago
  • Short and concise

    Spot on, not small talking for hours on topics. Short and concise

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joerstad
    Norway6 years ago
  • Wonderful podcast

    I’ve been a radio Amateur for over 50 years. I find this podcast to be informative and entertaining. Both the subject matter and method of presentation should appeal to new hams and many many veterans. I give this podcast 2 thumbs up.

    KK4RR

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    KK4RR
    United States6 years ago

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Production quality and clear explanations make advanced topics approachable for new licensees.
Listeners appreciate the bite-sized, focused episodes that respect their time and deliver practical takeaways.
The host's hands-on, problem-solving style helps beginners feel capable and engaged.
Stories and community-focused notes foster a welcoming, helpful atmosphere for hobbyists.
A few episodes focus heavily on SDR and tech; fans value diversity but some callers want broader topics.

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Preparing for an outing
Q: What does this process look like for you?
The host encourages listeners to share their preparation steps and experiences in getting on air and making noise, and what they might avoid or suggest to new amateurs.
Bald Yak 11, the goo between hardware and software
Q: Can GNU Radio make a radio use frequencies that the software that came with the radio cannot?
It depends on whether the hardware supports the frequency and if a library to use that frequency has been written.

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- This show delivers concise, focused explorations of amateur radio topics, ranging from practical operating tips to technical concepts like SDR, antennas, and solar weather. Episodes tend to be short, beginner-friendly, and easy to follow, making complex ideas accessible without long-winded chatter. A standout aspect is the host's hands-on, problem-solving approach and long-running projects that illustrate real-world tinkering. For potential listeners, the mix of practical how-tos, community storytelling, and foundational guidance makes it appealing to newcomers and seasoned hobbyists alike, with a clear emphasis on usable takeaways rather than theory alone.

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