3 chapters across the catalog
Adam Curry announces plans to reinstate the No Agenda hams network, specifically monitoring Reflector 33 Charlie on D-Star. He proposes building a robust repeater-to-repeater network that does not rely on the internet backbone. The discussion covers the accessibility of amateur radio, the low cost of Chinese Baofeng radios, and the potential for a community CubeSat to ensure communication during infrastructure failures.
The falling cost of satellite technology is discussed, with new "CubeSats" potentially launchable for as little as $3,000. The hosts explore the idea of launching a private satellite to broadcast the show or serve as a communications beacon. This is framed as a potential "public service network of last resort" in the event of a global grid failure.
Russian Moon Satellite, Apollo Landing Verification
A group of Russian space enthusiasts is crowdfunding a micro-satellite project to take high-resolution photos of the American Apollo landing sites. The goal is to provide definitive proof to settle the internet debate over whether the moon landings were faked. The project has raised $15,000 and plans to hitch a ride on a government-financed booster rocket.
