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Ep 379ICQ Podcast Episode 379 - HAM RADIO Friedrichshafen 2022 Preview

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature HAM RADIO Friedrichshafen 2022 Preview. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Young Person's Morse Tutor Kit Building Event AMSAT announces Youth Initiative at Hamvention The Mainstreaming of Morse Code New Insights from Retooled Disaster Drill Two Brits Arrested in Albania as Police Accuse them of Spying after Seizing Radio Gear Military Use of 50 MHz Frequencies Alamogordo Hamfest 2022 Distance Learning for Full Amateur Radio Licence Exam Radio Ham Becomes Archbishop

Jun 19, 20221h 30m

Ep 378ICQ Podcast Episode 378 - Gateways On The Air 2022

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Gateways On The Air 2022. We would like to thank Yusuf Chadun (M7CZF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate "Q" RSL to Celebrate The Queen's Platinum Jubilee SOTA on BBC Countryfile 23cm Band and Sat-Nav Coexistence: ITU-R WP4C Studies The Undead Spacecraft Essex Radio Amateur in Queen's Birthday Honours List GB70U: From Guernsey to Space – and Back Again Boston Amateur Radio Club Field Day 2022

Jun 5, 20221h 43m

Ep 377ICQ Podcast Episode 377 - On the Cusp of a Scientific Revolution?

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Frank Howell K4FMH, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature On the Cusp of a Scientific Revolution? We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Two Students Aged 10 and 11 Get Ham Radio Licenses Radio Hams to Show off Skills During Field Day Event 6177km (3838 mi) QSO in FM 10 Metres Frequency 29.600 MHz Wireless Power Transmission Using 10 GHz England Queen's Platinum Jubilee Special Event Founders' Trophy Award Heil Ham Radio Rebrand RSGB Commonwealth Games Activities

May 22, 20222h 26m

Ep 376ICQ Podcast Episode 376 - Buying Handy Talkies - New or Secondhand

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Handy Talkies, New or Secondhand. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL Youth Licensing Grant Program 40 MHz - Belgium Regulator Considering New Band German Radio Hams Celebrate Morse Code Day Female Students to visit DARC Amateur Radio Center Radio Hams to Commemorate Amelia Earhart's Transatlantic Flight New Zealand 60m Sub License Continued by Regulator Mobile App Available to Navigate 2022 Dayton Hamvention

May 8, 20221h 36m

Ep 375ICQ Podcast Episode 375 - The Fed Files

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature The Fed Files We would like to thank Scott McDonald (KA9P) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Youth Preparedness Award for Clovis High School Students Solo voyager Horie, 83, Passes Hawaii 3 weeks into Pacific trip Amateur Radio Helps Rescue Injured California Outdoorsman Pubs and Clubs On The Air (PACOTA) 2022 FCC Issues Processing Licence Applications and Exam Session Files Antarctic Ham Radio Station Active for Children's Day 5 May 2022 1943.3 miles QSO in FM 10 Metres Frequency 29.600 MHz

Apr 24, 20221h 42m

Ep 374ICQ Podcast Episode 374 - Ham Radio Bootsale and Podcasters Quiz

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature, Ham Radio Boot Sale and Podcasters Quiz. We would like to thank Denny Morrison (GM1BAN) , Avishay Greenberg (4X5VG) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Dave Ritter, ND4MR, Receives ARRL Herb S. Brier Instructor of the Year Award Amateur Radio Led to a Teenager Embarking on an Electronics Career SOTA's 20th Anniversary G6WBS - SOTA Mountain Goat PRESENTER OPINION : Elvis Left the Building…in 2015 Youngsters on the Air contest results Dan Lloyd to Lead Ofcom's Work Managing the UK's Airwaves New FCC Application Fee will not Apply to Amateur Radio License Upgrades

Apr 11, 20222h 7m

Ep 373ICQ Podcast Episode 373 - Hamzilla 2022

In this episode, Colin Butler (M6BOY) is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Hamzilla 2022 We would like to thank Bradford Whiting (kd7gdt) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate ARRL Teachers Institute to Offer Four Sessions this Summer Russia and Belarus Suspended from CEPT membership Australian Radio Hams Help out after Floods AMSAT Receives a Grant From ARDC RSGB National Radio Centre re-opens International HEMA Day RSGB Announce Resignation of Board Director

Mar 27, 20221h 38m

Ep 372ICQ Podcast Episode 372 - Amateur Radio Resources

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Amateur Radio Resources. We would like to thank Walter Washburn (KT0D), Patrick Ainge (WM2A) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ukraine Maintains Ham Radio Silence in State of Emergency Online Training for Ham Radio Exam in Spain Amateur Radio, ISS and STEM Successful QO-100 Ham Radio Emergency Communications Exercise FCC to Consider Radio Receiver NOI in April Workshop for Amateur Radio Operators Working to Advance Science St Patrick's Day Award 2020 World's Oldest Radio Amateur

Mar 13, 20221h 33m

Ep 371ICQ Podcast Episode 371 - Improving your SSB Contact Ratio

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Improving your SSB contact ratio. We would like to thank Daryll McCathery (VK6DMC ), David Pyle (KW1DX), avid Reid (W6KL), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Enthusiast's Radio Collection in the Press New Postage Stamps Feature Amateur Radio in Greece Amateur Radio - A Life-Long Technical Hobby Avro Lancaster 80th Anniversary of the 1st operational sortie Amateur Radio in Ukraine Amateur Radio Emergency Communication may be hit by New Fees Frederike DH9FD - Germany's Youngest Class A radio amateur

Feb 27, 20221h 27m

Ep 370ICQ Podcast Episode 370 - HamPi

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes WC3B and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature HamPi. We would like to thank Daryll McCathery (VK6DMC ), Mr D Renton, Appledore and District Radio Club and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Rye Man Convicted for Making Racial Remarks over Amateur Radio Networks Foundation Online Training Course Statistics Parks on the Air Radio Ham in the Press FreeDV Activity Day Pilots Fault Electronics "Spoofing" of GPS Signals Platinum Jubilee NoV Now Available Beijing Winter Olympics Special Event Station BY1CRA/WO22 is Active ARRL Announces New World Wide Digital Contest GB100 2MT marking the Centenary of British Broadcasting Inventor of APRS, Bob Bruninga W4APR is SK

Feb 13, 20222h 0m

Ep 369ICQ Podcast Episode 369 - Amateur TV and the British Amateur TV Club

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is a discussion with Dave CRUMP G8GKQ about Amateur TV and the BATC. We would like to thank Wes Nairne and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Two Radio Amateurs Appointed to the FCC Technological Advisory Council US Airlines Warn of Impending 5G Flight Disruption ARES Activates as Fire Destroys 1,000 Colorado Homes German North Pole DXpedition Researchers Build World's Smallest Antenna Using DNA Online Classes Help Boost Ham Radio in India RSGB Release Board Proceedings Advisory Board Aims to Encourage Youth into Ham Radio

Jan 30, 20221h 41m

Ep 368ICQ Podcast Episode 368 - Philip McBride (VA3QR) New RAC President

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Bares (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature is a discussion with Phil McBride VA3QR, new President of Radio Amateurs of Canada. We would like to thank David Strachan (2M0WHX) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FAA Update to 5G and FAA ARRL Surveying Field Day Participants New EMC Rules for Electronic Devices to Benefit Radio Hams Physics Professor Awarded NSF Grant for Workshop Comreg Amateur Radio License Negotiations RSGB Construction Competition ARRL Foundation to Create club grants program Spanish Radio Amateurs can Continue using 2.4 GHz

Jan 16, 20222h 12m

Ep 367ICQ Podcast Episode 367 - Ham Radio Tips and Tricks 2022

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Ham Radio Tips and Tricks 2022. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Georgia Club Donates License Manuals to Local Schools Norway is Trying to Track Down 2-Meter Intruders Amateur Radio Club Bands Together During Pandemic Boeing and Airbus Warn US over 5G Safety Concerns Finland's Radio Hams Send Gift to Icelandic Amateur Radio Operators World RadioSport Team Championship Rescheduled Special Event Call Sign OZ50Q 75th Anniversary of the Royal Belgian Amateur Radio Union UBA

Jan 2, 20221h 33m

Ep 366ICQ Podcast Episode 366 - Seasonal Radio Fun

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL) and Frank Howell (K4FMH) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature Seasonal Radio Fun. We would like to thank David Bowie (ZL4DRB) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Storm Arwen - Why Power Cuts Left People Unable to Phone for Help World's Smallest Moon Lander will Put Ham Radio Transmitter on the Moon Senator Blumenthal Supports Amateur Radio at Senate Confirmation Hearing 60th Anniversary of Launch of First Ham Radio Satellite RSGB National Radio Centre to Close Temporarily First GI-QRP Convention Monaco Special Event

Dec 19, 20211h 52m

Ep 365ICQ Podcast Episode 365 - The Right Tool for the Job

In this episode, Colin Butler (M6BOY) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Martin Butler M1MRB and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature The right tool for the Job. We would like to thank Walt Washburn (KT0D) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Using an Arduino to Upgrade a 1970s Ham Radio New Law Hits AIS Beacons 10-year-old Radio Ham Launches his 3rd High-Altitude APRS Balloon US Virgin Island Amateur Radio Group Bolsters Repeater Infrastructure Indonesian Radio hams sign MoU with Defense University Norway Introduce Programs to get Kids into Ham Radio Spain Seeks to Attract Youngsters to Amateur Radio New Web-Based RSGB EMF Calculator Ofcom Consultation on Protecting 23.6-24 GHz The Next ICQ Digital Talk Group Met-up

Dec 5, 20211h 15m

Ep 364ICQ Podcast Episode 364 - Tackling RFI and IARU Conference Feedback

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode's feature we catch up with the RSGB, covering topics including Tackling RFI, IARU Region 1 Conference, training and a second year of virtual conferencing. We would like to thank Winston Lawrence (KD2WLL), Theodore Langdon (KU9CPD) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Volunteers Needed to Investigate Interference Problems October 2021 Volunteer Monitor Program Report Calling All Payphone Users - Thousands of Call Boxes Set for Protection Alike, but Not Alike: Broadcast vs Ham Radio Ireland and India Join Parks on the Air The CWops Award for Advancing the Art of CW Digital Radio Operating Manual Hamzilla Radio Rally On!!!

Nov 21, 20212h 38m

Ep 363ICQ Podcast Episode 363 - The Lost Tribe, the Pied Piper and the Executive

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature is The Lost Tribe, the Pied Piper and the Executive. We would like to thank Mark Weber, AB4IX, and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - VP0 New Prefix - Laboratory Test Model of 'Sputnik 1 EMC/EMI', 1957 - You can now order Pizza with Morse Code - ARRL Clean Signal Initiative on the Horizon - Broadcaster in Ham Radio 40m Band - High School Students Learn how to use Ham Radio - Denmark's 40 MHz Beacon is Back on the Air - New UK Mock Exam Papers Available - Pearl Harbor Day Memorial Special Event

Nov 7, 20211h 45m

Ep 363ICQ Podcast Episode 363 - The Lost Tribe, the Pied Piper and the Executive

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Leslie Butterfield G0CIB to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature is The Lost Tribe, the Pied Piper and the Executive. We would like to thank Mark Weber, AB4IX, and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - VP0 New Prefix - Laboratory Test Model of 'Sputnik 1 EMC/EMI', 1957 - You can now order Pizza with Morse Code - ARRL Clean Signal Initiative on the Horizon - Broadcaster in Ham Radio 40m Band - High School Students Learn how to use Ham Radio - Denmark's 40 MHz Beacon is Back on the Air - New UK Mock Exam Papers Available - Pearl Harbor Day Memorial Special Event

Nov 7, 20211h 45m

Ep 362ICQ Podcast Episode 362 - ARDC supporting Amateur Radio

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature is ARDC supporting Amateur Radio. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Technician License Training Course Added to ARRL's YouTube Channel -WSJT-X version 2.5.1 released - Licence Fees for 412 MHz Spectrum - BBC TV Archive Clip of 1949 Ham Radio Contact - What's a Long Length of LAN cable? A transmitter, of Course - No Ham Radio for Golden Globe Race 2022 - Oregon Student Satellite Expected to Launch Early Next Year

Oct 24, 20212h 3m

Ep 361ICQ Podcast Episode 361 - High Power Battery Box

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature High Power Battery Box. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Radio France International Splatter "Untenable" Amazon Experimenting with Amateur Radio? UK Foundation Exam Practical Assessments Amateur Radio Volunteers Assist in Major US Cycling Event Exercise Blue Ham RSGB New Exam Online Booking System Available FMH Portable Operations Challenge 2021 Result

Oct 10, 20211h 35m

Ep 360ICQ Podcast Episode 360 - New Open GD77 Firmware review

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Leslie Butterfield (G0CIB), Frank Howell (K4FMH), and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode, we feature New Open GD77 Firmware review by Ed Durrant (DD5LP). We would like to thank Sandip Nambiar, Douglas Rosser (VK2DCR) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - JOTA-JOTI Looking for Helpers - Satellite Light Pollution - California Club Assists Animal Rescue Group with Communication Support - IRTS Release Results of Amateur Radio Survey - RSGB Release Membership Totals - Radio Spectrum Guide for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games - Proposal to Ban all 300-2000 MHz Transmissions in SZM

Sep 26, 20211h 29m

Ep 359ICQ Podcast Episode 359 - Teaching Ham Radio Classes

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Teaching Ham Radio Classes. We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Radio Amateur Told to Remove His Antenna ARRL Board Establishes Program to Cover Initial FCC License Fee for Young Applicants Amateur Radio Fees Reduce Study Shows Contesters are Aging Japanese Amateur Reaches Stricken Boat RSGB Remote Invigilation Figures Soar

Sep 12, 20211h 15m

Ep 358ICQ Podcast Episode 358 - Grand Field Day

In this episode, Martin Butler (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Frank Howell (K4FMH), Bill Barnes (WC3B) and Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Grand Field Day. We would like to thank Michael Casavant (N1XRR) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Woman Says Ham's RF Interferes with Her Insulin Pump Ham Saves Long-Distance Radio Friend (by accident) Contacts over 5,000 km in 144 MHz Opening FCC Application Fees Unlikely to go into Effect Until 2022 Sailing Vessel with Ham Radio History Marks 100 years Vanderbilt's Silent CubeSat Awakens 6 months after Launch Bonaire Amateur Radio Club Established

Aug 29, 20211h 44m

Ep 357ICQ Podcast Episode 357 - Questions, Answers and Tips

In this episode, Colin Butler (M6BOY) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Martin Butler (M1MRB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode, we feature Questions, Answers and Tips. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Reid (W6KL), David Strachan (2M0WHX), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Ofcom Inquiry About PMR 446 Prosecutions Hyderabad Hams Develop Low Cost Transverter for QO-100 Satellite ARRL Make Online RF Exposure Calculator Available Revised Prediction for Solarcycle 25 Radio Frequency Interference from Water UK Broadband Rollout Trial to Target Hard-to-Reach Homes Through Water Pipes Steel Schooner Gedania SP2J/mm Operation RSGB 2021 Online Convention EI2WRC to Activate Hook Lighthouse for ILLW

Aug 15, 20211h 23m

Ep 356ICQ Podcast Episode 356 - QSO Today Summer Expo

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature QSO Today Summer Expo ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Kevin Paquette (KC1OIZ), Gary Bridges (WA0VMV), Bob Collezioni, Roy Jones (VK6RR), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FCC Investigating Alleged "Jamming" on 40 Meters What Happens to British Ships When Satellites Don't Work? Repeater Troublemaker Caught Red-Handed! Free Online Examination Study Tool USA Active 40 MHz Experimental Station Brazilian Radio Hams Discuss Online Exams with Regulator

Aug 1, 20211h 52m

Ep 355ICQ Podcast Episode 355 - Portable Operations Challenge 2021

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Portable Operations Challenge 2021 ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Steve Murphy (M7XSM), Frank Westphal (K6FW), Nigel Wells (2W0CGM), Grant Porter (KG4SDR), Dino Papas KL0S, Dave Lufkin (KB3JRJ), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Swiss Radio Amateurs Face Fee to use QO-100 Janet K0JE and Janice K0JA - Ham Radio Twins FCC Reaffirms Fine for Marketing Non-Compliant RF Equipment Ham Radio Helping Lifelong Hobbyists Stay Mentally Fit in Old Age Presentation Tracks announced for QSO Expo RSGB Publishes Amateur Radio Survey Summary Amateur Radio Digital Communications (ARDC) Community Meeting

Jul 18, 20211h 27m

Ep 354ICQ Podcast Episode 354 - 8 Watt Handie Talkie

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Ed Durrant (DD5LP) and Frank Howell (K4FMH) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and this episode's feature - 8 Watt Handie Talkie. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Philip Heckingbottom VK6ADF and Dave Renton G1DUM and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FCC Seeks Comments in Proceeding Involving 70 and 5 Centimetres Australian 2X1 Call Signs New Version of WSJT-X July 2021 'Woodpecker' is Now a Cultural Heritage Site 820,000 Norweigan Kroner to Support Ham Radio Emergency Comms JARL Reports First Membership Increase for 27 years France: New Online Directory of Radio Amateurs New Zealand Frequency Allocation Table

Jul 4, 20211h 15m

Ep 353ICQ Podcast Episode 353 - Parks on the Air and Xiegu G90 SDR Transceiver Review

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Parks on the Air by Bill Barnes (WC3B) and XIEGU G90 SDR Transceiver Review by Ed Durrant (DD5LP). ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Scott Wright, K0MD, and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Fly Me to the Moon WIA Seeks Review of Amateur Radio Exam System International Space Station to be in Cross-Band Repeater Mode for Field Day Aluminium-Ion Battery Development IARU Workshop Future of Amateur Radio - Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats RSGB EMF Update June 2021 FMH Portable Operations Challenge 2021, Parallel Regional or Local Group Competitions

Jun 20, 20211h 43m

Ep 352ICQ Podcast Episode 352 - Hubs, Clubs and Virtual Meetings USA Style and Gateways On The Air Event

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature have a double feature Hubs, Clubs and Virtual Meetings USA Style and Gateways On The Air Event ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Scott Wright, K0MD, and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Publicize your Field Day with these ARRL resources SRAL Hold Webinar for Young People Action Against Solar Panel Optimizer Causing Radio Interference Netherlands Use of Ham Radio Handheld Microphone While Mobile HamSCI Science Experiment Covid-19 Special Event - TM57COV Bahrain and Kyrgyzstan join IARU

Jun 6, 20212h 35m

Ep 351ICQ Podcast Episode 351 - New RSGB President discusses IARU/RSGB Survey

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature we discuss the RSGB Survey with the New RSGB President. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Patrick Bean, Simon Bracegirdle, Walter Washburn (KT0D), and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - CANWARN Online Training 2021 - Amateur radio on BBC Essex Breakfast Show - IRTS AGM Rejects New Licence Level Proposal - Congress Seeks to Designate National Amateur Radio Operators Day - Amateur Radio Software Award Goes to KN4CRD for JS8CALL - M0IBG Inducted into CQ Hall of Fame - RSGB National Radio Centre to reopen - Final Details on EMF from Ofcom

May 23, 20212h 3m

Ep 350ICQ Podcast Episode 350 - Does Ham Radio Need to Rebrand?

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in the episode we feature Do we need to rebrand? ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Walt Washburn (KT0D), Andrew Coetzee (M0XZS) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - More Ham Radio Spectrum in 3-12 MHz Needed - Recognition for Young Operators in Ham Radio Contests - RSGB's Amateur Radio Survey - Online Amateur Radio Training in Germany - Elderly Couple uses Military Morse Code Training to Escape Tennessee Assisted Living Facility - Brazil's Radio Hams Campaign for Tax Exemption - Gothenburg Celebrates 400 Years with Special Callsign SE400G - Full Licence Amateur Radio Mock Exam Papers Updated

May 9, 20212h 59m

Ep 349ICQ Podcast Episode 349 - The Not So Simple Dipole

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode we feature The not so simple Dipole ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Kevin Strishock (N3KA) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Updated Radio Frequency Exposure Rules Become Effective on 3rd May 2021 New 122GHz DX Record Amateur Radio has a New Census Radio Amateur Helps Rescuers to Locate Lost Hiker YOTA Summer Camp Croatia Postponed to 2022 GB5UTA Active in June for U3A Event 60 Metres in New Zealand

Apr 25, 20211h 9m

Ep 348ICQ Podcast Episode 348 - Kit Building Tips - Joe Eisenberg K0NEB

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Ed Durrant (DD5LP) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode, we feature Kit Building Tips - Joe Eisenberg K0NEB ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Dave Goodwin VE9CB, Sebastian Soyka OZ2IRO and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - NCVEC Question Pool Committee Seeks Input for an Updated Technician Question Pool - HEMA has come to South Germany - Cyprus Radio Hams Remove Discriminatory Language - Radio Frequency Interference from USB 3.0 - Friendship on the Air Award - RSGB Patron - His Royal Highness, The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh - New National Shortwave Listeners Club - Kanga Kits Closes Down - Business Up for Sale

Apr 11, 20211h 49m

Ep 347ICQ Podcast Episode 347 - RSGB Q1 Review and Radio Scouting

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik, KB6NU, Matthew Nassau M0NJX and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode we have a double feature RSGB Quarter 1 Update and Scouting Radio. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Michael Bridak (K6GTE), Christopher Naylor (VK3TLA) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Ofcom Released Age of Radio Amateurs Data - Modified French Amateur Radio Callsign for Great Britain Nationals - Cooperative Effort to Resolve Potential 70-Centimetre Interference Issue - New RSGB EMF Calculator Available - 4M IRTS News in the East Leinster region - Resuming UK Examinations in Clubs - Ham Radio Friedrichshafen Physical Event Cancelled

Mar 28, 20212h 16m

Ep 346ICQ Podcast Episode 346 - John Amodeo - Last Man Standing

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode's features is an Interview with John Amodeo from Last Man Standing by Ed Durrant DD5LP ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Walter Washburn (KT0D), Denny Morrison (GM1BAN) and Gilbert Carrasco jr (km6dak) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate Bitcoin Transfer via Ham Radio Costa Rica and its great VHF National Channel Speedily Respond to Report of Interference to Licence-Exempt Devices RTÉ to Cease Radio Transmission on DAB Network French Ham Radio Exam Changes Help for CW Beginners RaDAR Challenge 2021 Belgium to Resume Ham Radio Exams RSGB Announce Record Foundation Exam Passes

Mar 14, 20211h 52m

Ep 345ICQ Podcast Episode 345 - Progressive Changes at ARRL

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode's features is in an interview with ARRL David Minster NA2AA, and the President, Rick Roderick K5UR as they discuss changes for the ARRL with Frank Howell K4FMH. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Tony Hickson (M5OTA), Mark Fairchild (2E0MFZ) and Richard Dalton and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Concord Student Wins Congressional App Challenge - ARRL Reject Additional VEC's - ARRL to consider covering young members license fee - German Radio Hams Tackling RF Noise Pollution - UK Amateur Radio Operator Celebrates 100th Birthday - The Royal Australian Air Force - 100 Year Centenary. VK100AF & VI100AF - Light Up 2 Meters Night, an FM Simplex Event - ARRL CEO David Minster (NA2AA) to keynote QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo

Feb 28, 20211h 29m

Ep 344ICQ Podcast Episode 344 - Joy of VHF and Above

In this episode, Martin (M1MRB) is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief and in this episode's features is the Joy of VHF and Above with Tim Kirby (GW4VXE) followed by your listener feedback. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Terry Perry and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Amateur Radio on Hackaday - French Military Seeks Radio Receivers / Jammers - A New Version of WSJT-X is Now Available - Beware of Fake SDRplay Devices - Using Powerline Noise to Map Sporadic E - Extension to Field Day Rule Waivers from 2020, Add Class D and E Power Limit - RSGB's 'Get on the Air to Care' Construction Competition Winners - Additional Free UK Ham Radio Foundation Online Course Planned

Feb 14, 20212h 5m

Ep 342ICQ Podcast Episode 343 - QSO Today Expo

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and in this episode's features is the QSO Show Expo. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - FCC - Radio Users Reminded Not to Use Radios in Crimes - 3,500 German Radio Interference Complaints in 2020 - JARL Wants to Increase Youngsters Amateur Radio Experience Opportunities - Sweden's Oldest Radio Ham on TV - City Antenna Law Upturned By FCC Ruling - Distance Learning Course for Full Exam - Intrepid-DX Group Invites Nominations for Intrepid Spirit Award

Jan 31, 20211h 41m

Ep 342ICQ Podcast Episode 342 - Improving your Handy Talkie

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and in this episode's features How to improve your Handy Talkie. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - New WSJT mode Q65 - Digital Modes on any Android Device - Radio Ham Raises Money for 'NHS Charities Together' - 2021 Carole Perry Educator of the Year Announced - AMSAT/Vanderbilt RadFXSat-2/Fox 1E Set to Launch - Hamvention 2021 Cancelled - QSO Today Virtual Ham Expo March 2021 - Winter 2021 AM QSO Party - Available/Reserved UK Amateur Radio Callsigns

Jan 17, 20211h 56m

Ep 341ICQ Podcast Episode 341 - Listener Q and A

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ruth Willet KM4LAO to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and in this episode's features we answer your questions. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Dave Pyle (KW1DX), Walter Washburn (KT0D) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - FCC Sets Amateur License Fee at $35 - 3200km opening on 144 MHz in Australia - Ofcom Release New Licences Total - Temporary Licence for 160m Ham Radio Band Extended - FCC Starts Crackdown on Pirate Radio Landlords - Amateur Radio Decline in Japan Continues - Austria Receives 60m and 630m Christmas Present - HB40POLICE - Switzerland Special Event - Ham-Com Event to Close

Jan 3, 20212h 18m

Ep 340ICQ Podcast Episode 340 - Get on the Air to Care at Christmas

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Ed Durrant (DD5LP), Frank Howell (K4FMH) and Bill Barnes (WC3B) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's features is RSGB/NHS Christmas update of their Get on the Air to Care Campaign. This feature also includes details of a charity auction of a morse key supporting the NHS and construction contest. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Bill Seward (W4EXT), Stephen Wardley (G6JEF) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - UK Amateur Radio Full Licence Study Group - Ham Radio Operator Certificate in Bank Card Format - 99th anniversary of Transatlantic Tests - Free 50 MHz ham radio band ebook - EI YOTA Success - Ham Radio Exams in Germany Stopped - Jersey Based GB7JI Joins the D-STAR Repeater Network - Antarctica Operation RI01ANT

Dec 20, 20201h 54m

Ep 339ICQ Podcast Episode 339 - Tiny Spectrum Analyser - Any Good?

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's features is TinySA is it any good? ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Peet (KG5WSA) and Jonn Sandon (G8DVB) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Pella Amateur Radio Club APRS Balloon Spans the Globe - Arecibo Dish to be Decommissioned - National Amateur Radio Day resolution Introduced into Congress - Radio Communications Regulations (General User Radio Licence for Short Range Devices) Notice 2020 in force - 144Mhz TEP Openings - Sunspot Cycle 25 to Set Records? - Get on the Air for Christmas Campaign Update - Netherlands Radio Amateurs Face 2021 Fee Increases - G Prefix Callsigns New Full Exam Pass

Dec 6, 20201h 15m

Ep 338ICQ Podcast Episode 338 - Emergency Communications with Wade Smith, VK1MIC

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP and Frank Howell K4FMH to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's features is an Interview with Wade, VK1MIC. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Peter Caffrey - WX6Z, Jack Haefner and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - 5G: Using Drones to Beam Signals from the Stratosphere - Shortwave Radio Blackout - Transmitting Morse Code via Raspberry Pi Ethernet RF Leakage - 3000km plus Contact made on 433 MHz - Get on the Air for Christmas Launched by the RSGB - Christmas Special Event - Low-Band Titan John Devoldere, ON4UN, SK

Nov 22, 20201h 38m

Ep 337ICQ Podcast Episode 337 - Announcing Homebrew Hero 2020

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Matthew Nassau M0NJX to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's features is Interview with Homebrew Hero 2020. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - New Optical Communications Station - Developer Expresses Puzzlement over FT8 Contest Use - ARRL Urges Members to Strongly Oppose FCC's Application Fees Proposal - Guidelines Issued for ARRL DX Contest Multi Operator Stations - Oldest Known US Radio Amateur, Cliff Kayhart, W4KKP, SK - Successful Mine Rescue Special Event - XR33M - Historic Radio Books Available for Download - Stenigot Radio on the Air

Nov 8, 20201h 39m

Ep 336ICQ Podcast Episode 336 - HF-PRO-2-PLUS-T Antenna Review

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's features is HF-PRO-2-PLUS-T Antenna Review by Ed Durrant DD5LP. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank David Reid (W6KL) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Mass Amateur Radio Balloon Launch by USA Schools - Sale of Amateur Radio AMPRnet TCP/IP Addresses Raised $108M - ARRL Comments in Orbital Debris Mitigation Proceeding - Radio Ham Attacked in UK - Orlando HamCation Postponed - New Zealand 5 MHz Amateur Band Usage Ceases - Malta added to CEPT Radio Amateur Licence

Oct 25, 20201h 38m

Ep 335ICQ Podcast Episode 335 - Massive DXing on 2m

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's features is Massive DXing on 2m, an interview by Edmund Spicer M0MNG with Cesar Regalado Leon EA8CXN ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Ofcom to introduce new spectrum licence conditions - French Investigation to 5G Risk - AO-27 satellite celebrates 27 years in space - New WSJT Candidate Release Features FST4 - Italy Adopts Remote Oral Amateur Radio Exams - Radio Signals from Mars - Belgium Suspends Ham Radio Exams - EANET Sprint Contest 2020 - Two Astronauts Achieve Amateur Radio Licenses Cesar Regalado Leon EA8CXN YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqKCJjL_2fxxu79e5onsK6Q/featured Cesar Regalado Leon EA8CXN Website - https://ea8cxn.es/

Oct 11, 20201h 54m

Ep 334ICQ Podcast Episode 334 - SDRPlay Announcements and Senhaix 8600 Review

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's features are SDRPlay Announcements and Senhaix 8600 Review by Chris Howard M0TCH ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank William Woodward (W7DOC) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Two VU Hams Make Six FM satellite QSOs in Single Day - Plants Grow Faster on 40m Band - Regulator responds to LABRE letter - International Radio Stations now Restricted on TuneIn - Air Force Research Laboratory Tracks Sporadic E - Old TV Caused Village ADSL Broadband Outages for 18 months - Remote Invigilation for the Full licence Exams - Australian WW2 Special Event - FMH Portable Operations Challenge allows 'Patio Portable'

Sep 27, 20202h 46m

Ep 333ICQ Podcast Episode 333 - Hams Celebrate Healthcare Heroes

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's feature is Hams Celebrate Healthcare Heroes. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Scott McDonald (KA9P), Annemarie Nugent (EI9KW) and DAVID LEBLANC (KF7JAF) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - ARRL Board elects new CEO - Trans-Atlantic Opening on 144 MHz between the Canary Islands and the Caribbean - FCC Proposes Charging Amateur Radio License Fees - ISS 437.800 MHz Cross Band Repeater Activated - Brazil Proposes End of All Amateur Radio Exams - Six Metre Group AGM Goes Online - Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary - EURAO Party - Summer 2020: working on 80m and 40m bands

Sep 13, 20201h 59m

Ep 332ICQ Podcast Episode 332 - Exciting Bumper New Solar Cycle

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Chris Howard M0TCH, Martin Rothwell M0SGL, Ed Durrant DD5LP, Frank Howell K4FMH and Bill Barnes WC3B to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's feature is a discussion with Dr. Scott McIntosh of the National Center for Atmospheric Research, Boulder, CO, USA regarding Exciting Bumper New Solar Cycle. ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Richard Langmead (5B4AJG) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate - Researchers Predict a Surge in Cosmic Rays - Radio Hams Assist Teams on Ground with Contact Tracing - International Air Ambulance Week 2020 - Hawaii Ham Radio exams in USA during pandemic - German Radio Amateur Falsely Accused in Greece - UK Ham Completes Lands End to John O Groats Solo Cycle - ARRL Board Elects New CEO - Findlay Radio Club Hamfest Cancelled - FCC Proposes to Reinstate Amateur Radio Service Fees

Aug 30, 20202h 22m

Ep 331ICQ Podcast Episode 331 - Launch of Portable Operations Challenge

In this episode, Martin M1MRB is joined by Leslie Butterfield G0CIB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU and Edmund Spicer M0MNG to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin M6BOY rounds up the news in brief and this episode's feature is Launch Portable Operations Challenge ICQ AMATEUR/HAM RADIO PODCAST DONORS We would like to thank Charles Riley (G4JQX) along with our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate FT8 Experiment on 40 MHz - 1st to 15th August 2020 Why Hobby Electronics is a great thing to take up? Broken Cable Damages Arecibo Observatory Portable RF Hacking Tool with a Sub 1GHz RF Transceiver, BLE and USB ARRL HF Band Plan Committee submits final recommendation Chain Home Radar - Battle of Britain Anniversary Special Event Station Canadian Amateur Radio Hall of Fame GQRP Club Releases Agenda for its Online Convention 2020

Aug 16, 20201h 46m