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Linux in the Ham Shack

Black Sparrow Media
Amateur Radio
Hamvention
Tailscale
Cqrlog
Open Source
Amateur Radio Exams
Linux
Logging Software
Proxmox VE
Wavelog
Linux Show Player
Yezu Ft-710
Learning CW Online
Morse Code
Scotch Whiskey
Vmware
Cloudlog
Open Source Software
Gridtracker
2023 Year-End

Linux in the Ham Shack Podcast in MP3 Format

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Introduction

• ARDC Community Meeting - I attended this on Saturday

• IC-7100 Setup - FT8-a-thon

• Cheryl stared at a powered off radio for 5 minutes, trying to work up the nerve to turn it on. Didn’t happen. 😂

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Status of Everything

OHB — Open HamClock Backend

• Source: lhs.fyi/KI (github)

The Digital Age Assurance Act

• Source: lhs.fyi/KJ (legiscan)

• Colorado’s Bill: lhs.fyi/KK (Colorado.gov)

• MidnightBSD... more

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Segment 1 (Lead Topic)

• 2025 Year End Wrap Up

Segment 2 (Amateur Radio)

Have you acquired any new and interesting equipment?

Is CW on the rise and digital on the decline?

Segment 3 (Open Source)

Do you use AI and, if so, h... more

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Segment 1 (Deep Dive)

Code-OSS / Visual Studio Code / VSCodium

Code-OSS is the open-source foundation upon which Microsoft’s Visual Studio Code is built. It is a distribution of the Code - OSS repository, which is developed by Mic... more

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Recent Guests

Justin Overfelt AB3E
Software developer and amateur radio enthusiast
Open Research Institute
Episode: LHS Episode #582: The Haunted Band Deep Dive
Sebastián Delmont
Primary Developer of the Ham2K Portable Logger
Ham2K
Episode: LHS Episode #573: Ham2K Portable Logger Deep Dive
Luke Bryan
Software creator and amateur radio operator
Episode: LHS Episode #570: RepeaterSTART Deep Dive
Sheryl W5M00
Long-time co-host of Linux in the Ham Shack.
Linux in the Ham Shack
Episode: LHS Episode #557: LHS Invades LFH
Russ K5TUX
Co-host of Linux in the Ham Shack.
Linux in the Ham Shack
Episode: LHS Episode #557: LHS Invades LFH
Bill NE4RD
Co-host of Linux in the Ham Shack.
Linux in the Ham Shack
Episode: LHS Episode #557: LHS Invades LFH
Tag N0TTL
Lead developer of GridTracker
GridTracker
Episode: LHS Episode #526: All the World’s a Grid

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Russ
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Cheryl
Co-hosts of Linux in the Ham Shack
Bill
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Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Disappointing

    Far to American centric and seems to rely far too much on AI content. Very disappointing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TSL-rkm
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • Even though I have absolutely no clue how to navigate or use Linu (I need somrone to make a YouTube how to series) This is an excellent podcast. (I do have a single boot Abuntu equipped PC) Listener for over 5 years!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    2 years ago
  • Even though I have absolutely no clue how to navigate or use Linu (I need somrone to make a YouTube how to series) This is an excellent podcast. (I do have a single boot Abuntu equipped PC) Listener for over 5 years!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    VE9GIS/VE1GIS
    2 years ago
  • Great Combo of Linux and Ham Radio

    Very fun and entertaining content mixing my two favorite topic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Not Satisfied 2018
    United States7 years ago
  • DA’ Bench!!!!

    These guys inspired me to build a APRS IGate, soldier, and troubleshoot a broken radio.

    These guys humble heart. I honestly feel if I asked them for help they would Elmer me in the right direction.

    K5PDC

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K5PDC
    United States8 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners mention AI-related discussions as a notable element, while a few critique content for being too US-centric
Listeners praise the hosts' camaraderie and actionable technical tips
Great blend of Linux and Ham Radio with practical, approachable content
Episodes spark inspiration for hands-on projects like building APRS IGates and experimenting with open-source tools

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LHS Episode #585: SDR++ Brown Deep Dive
Q: What are some of the new features of SDR++ Brown?
New features include improved rendering performance, an FT8 decoder, and support for KiwiSDR, among others.
LHS Episode #573: Ham2K Portable Logger Deep Dive
Q: How are you handling the security and software inventory for those node modules ?
I've been using Dependabot for a couple of things and I try to limit the dependencies as much as I can.
LHS Episode #573: Ham2K Portable Logger Deep Dive
Q: Could you talk about the migration to Linux?
It's definitely in the top of the plans to come up with a desktop version, and it's going to be most likely an Electron app.
LHS Episode #570: RepeaterSTART Deep Dive
Q: What programming language is Repeater Start written in?
It's a Python app, built on the libOSMGPS map and expanded over time.
LHS Episode #570: RepeaterSTART Deep Dive
Q: How did you come to create Repeater Start?
I noticed a lack of Linux-based repeater apps and built this one out of necessity.

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What is Linux in the Ham Shack about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Audience members appear drawn to a conversational fusion of Linux, open-source software, and amateur radio. Episodes frequently cover hands-on how-tos (from coding and Linux distributions to radio digital modes), practical hardware dialogues, and community-driven troubleshooting, often with a casual, humorous tone. The show stands out for its clear emphasis on real-world applications, DIY setups, and collaborative problem-solving, appealing to technically inclined hobbyists, IT professionals, and radio operators who enjoy approachable, practical tech content and occasional food-and-drink banter. Potential listeners may appreciate the approachable vibe, the blend of nerdy tech with practical radio know-how, and guest-to-host energy that make... more

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4. Sheryl W5M00
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6. Bill NE4RD
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