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Ham Radio 2.0

Ham Radio 2.0

By: Jason Johnston - KC5HWB
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Join Jason, KC5HWB, as he focuses on 'What is New in Amateur Radio?' during this video podcast series titled Ham Radio 2.0. Talk about new radios, new transmission modes, License classes, Technical talks and trips around the world.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support.Copyright Jason Johnston - KC5HWB
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  • E1712: Licensed Operators Get FCC Exemption From New Rules

    E1712: Licensed Operators Get FCC Exemption From New Rules
    Mar 21 2026
    The FCC is set to exempt amateur radio operators from new foreign adversary reporting requirements—great news for hams!This YouTube video covers the ARRL's January 15, 2026 update: In a draft Report and Order (GN Docket No. 25-166) released January 8, 2026, and adopted January 29, the FCC places Amateur Radio Service licenses in Schedule C, exempting them from attestation and detailed reporting.Thanks to strong ARRL advocacy, the FCC recognized amateurs pose minimal national security risk—no commercial services, no public network ties, and hobby-only use.

    Today's video is sponsored by M&P Coax. Save 10% off of all of their products with code HR2CABLES at this link https://geni.us/hr2cables

    Original article: https://incompliancemag.com/fcc-expected-to-exempt-amateur-radio-operators-from-foreign-adversary-reporting-requirements/

    ARRL article: https://www.arrl.org/news/fcc-poised-to-exempt-amateurs-from-foreign-adversary-reporting-requirements

    Grok Article: https://grok.com/share/c2hhcmQtMg_1f9b3615-f5e9-4306-8665-e2bd43998c1a

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    11 mins
  • E1711: New GMRS Frequencies Coming Here's What You Need to Know

    E1711: New GMRS Frequencies Coming Here's What You Need to Know
    Mar 18 2026
    🚨 GMRS Update 2026: Latest on the FCC petition to add low-band VHF frequencies (30-50 MHz) to GMRS users! Discover the modified proposal, recent FCC rule changes sparking new momentum, potential for massive range improvements, and what this means for GMRS & FRS enthusiasts. Could we soon get long-range low-band channels for better rural/off-grid comms?

    In this video, we break down the renewed push for VHF low-band expansion, including details from National Communications Magazine and community reactions. Don't miss the potential game-changer for General Mobile Radio Service!

    Today's video is sponsored by Ham Radio Prep - save 20% off of all courses with code JASON20 here https://geni.us/830iXi5 📸 Email List sign-up - http://hamradio2.com/email-signup

    FCC document: https://www.fcc.gov/ecfs/document/10217271696573/1

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    13 mins
  • E1710: This Rotor Solves Your Hexbeam Antenna Rotation Problems

    E1710: This Rotor Solves Your Hexbeam Antenna Rotation Problems
    Mar 17 2026
    Tired of manually rotating your BuddiHex or climbing the mast every time you want to chase DX? Check out this brand-new wireless remote control rotor designed specifically for the popular Buddipole BuddiHex portable hex beam antenna!

    Soon to be available here - https://www.buddipole.com

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    3 mins
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I've been listening to your podcast on Google while at work, but they come out weeks after your normal time frame. For example I listen to the April deals on radios the first week of May. Just found you on Audible, the time frame works better. I watch your videos, they also a have great content. The podcasts are good while I work Thank you.

Great podcast.

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