Topic: Shortwave

A new shortwave number station, designated V32, appeared on 7910kHz following the death of an Iranian leader. Experts from Ringway Manchester suggest the signal may be a "false flag" operated by the CIA or Mossad to signal agents within Iran, noting that the signal is being heavily jammed by Iranian bubble jammers.

NPR's "Shortwave" podcast is criticized for defining science as an "invisible force" rather than a systematic study of the natural world. Meanwhile, career intelligence officials are mocked for claiming their mission is to "speak truth to power." Senator Mark Warner expressed concern over Tulsi Gabbard's plans, citing her supposed track record of politicizing intelligence.

The hosts discuss the "NPC" trend on TikTok, where creators repeat repetitive phrases and gestures in exchange for digital gifts. A theory is proposed that these broadcasts, specifically one by a popular creator, may function as modern-day "number stations" for clandestine communication. The repetitive nature of the "ice cream so good" and "popcorn" phrases is likened to high-end encrypted public keys.

Radio Free Europe and Radio Free Asia are fighting for survival as the Trump administration cuts their grants. The hosts mock the idea that shortwave radio is still a primary news source in 2025, suggesting these organizations are merely trying to "protect their own bacon" by claiming they are essential for reaching oppressed populations.

A segment from NPR's Shortwave podcast describes how conservation detection dogs are used to sniff out whale feces in the ocean. The hosts debate the mechanics of how a dog on a boat can track floating biological material to assist biologists in their research.

Following the blocking of its websites in Russia, the BBC has resumed shortwave radio broadcasts using World War II-era technology. The hosts mock the move as antiquated, questioning the effectiveness of shortwave in an era of smartphones and podcasts.

The program is being simulcast on 6930 kilohertz USB via shortwave radio, likely by pirate broadcasters picking up the digital stream. Technical discussion covers the skip propagation required to reach Berlin and the power requirements for AM versus USB modulation.

A 2019 budget proposal for the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) includes the closure of radio stations WWV and WWVH. These stations provide frequency standards and time synchronization for 50 million devices, including radio-controlled clocks and appliances. Industry leaders hope Congress will reject the cuts due to the massive number of dependent devices.

A listener reported hearing No Agenda on an AM radio station in Vermont, prompting a discussion about distributing "bleeped" versions of the show to small stations with airtime to fill. The hosts also mention the return of Radio Mi Amigo on shortwave, which could potentially broadcast the show across Europe and the U.S.

A review of Infowars magazine describes it as being dominated by advertisements for survivalist gear, including seeds, water purification systems, gold, and storable food. The hosts contrast this commercial survivalist approach with their own media deconstruction formula.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open the show from Washington D.C., noting the heavy police and Homeland Security presence. They announce the program is being rebroadcast on WBCQ shortwave at 50,000 watts. Curry mentions his upcoming technical test in Austin to begin testing radio repeaters.

The hosts read a series of numbers from a donation letter, likening them to shortwave "number stations" used for espionage. They also acknowledge donations from Kansas City and a Dutch listener, Bjorn Pennenberg, who requests a promotional phrase in Dutch.

John C. Dvorak announces his intention to obtain a ham radio license, noting that Morse code is no longer a requirement for the test. The discussion encourages listeners to revitalize the amateur radio business as a backup communication method for when cell towers and the internet fail. Dvorak shares an anecdote about acquiring a 50-foot submarine antenna from a shipyard in Richmond.

A new antenna technology utilizing a spout of conductive seawater is discussed as a method for auto-tuning radio frequencies. The hosts also acknowledge a listener who is reportedly rebroadcasting the No Agenda stream on the shortwave band at 14.275 kHz.

The mysterious Russian shortwave station known as "The Buzzer" (UZB-76) has recently changed its behavior, broadcasting clear voice codes for the first time in decades. The hosts discuss the history of number stations and the speculation surrounding this sudden change in activity.