4 chapters across the catalog
John C. Dvorak and Adam Curry discuss the technical side of the show, including the "Eric the Shill" spreadsheet and the use of APRS (Automatic Packet Reporting System) for messaging during potential emergencies. They mention a meeting with an iTunes podcast representative and the importance of show indexing, noting that the "No Agenda CD guys" provide better search capabilities than the hosts themselves.
Ham Radio Projects, Aloha Oregon, and Anime Costumes
A donor from Aloha, Oregon, clarifies the local pronunciation of the town name and shares details of a new HF radio project. The segment includes a discussion of "anime" culture and a special "ham donation" of $88.88. One host describes a wireless, low-power radio project designed for easy global communication.
Ham Radio Networking and Emergency Preparedness
A new emergency communication network is being established using ham radio frequencies and Echo Link node 775753. The project aims to create a daisy chain of RF repeaters to ensure communication remains possible if traditional cell towers and internet infrastructure fail. Listeners are encouraged to obtain their amateur radio licenses to participate in this decentralized broadcast system.
Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak attempt to establish a radio connection using their amateur radio call signs, KF5SLN and KJ6LNG. The technical test fails as Curry is unable to hit the local repeater from his location in Austin, Texas. The hosts discuss radio frequencies, offsets, and the limitations of their current equipment.
