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Two Way Radio Show Podcast
Now in its 13th year!
Interested in learning more about two way radios? Need to learn a little more before a purchase? Check out The Two Way Radio Show! The Two Way Radio Show is an internet radio show, or podcast, dedicated to two way radios and other types of communications equipment. Listen to the latest episode listed below.
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We talk with a father and his son about amateur radio and how it serves as a family friendly hobby. We also review the Motorola MHP81 Electronic Hearing Protection Headset.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:21
Intro to Interview 1:39
We interview Darcy, Walter and Rick's son Tommy at the 2013 Rock Hill Hamfest to get their personal impressions of the amateur community as a whole and discuss the general concept of ham radio as a family activity.
Interview With Darcy, Walter and Tommy 2:08 Commercial Break 17:50 buytwowayradios.com 1:00
Wrap up and Close 37:17
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
We talk about the basic concept of radio repeaters. We also review the Baofeng UV-5R High Capacity 3800mAh Battery.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:13
Topic Discussion 1:31
We talk about radio repeaters. We'll learn what they are, how they are used and how to find a GMRS or amateur radio repeater in your area. Resources discussed include the Desktop and the Pocket editions of the ARRL Repeater Directory.
,br/> Wrap up and Close 38:26
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
Wrap up and Close 33:26
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
We discuss the recent demise of the Midland GXT2000. We also review the new Motorola Talkabout MG167A FRS/GMRS two way radio.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:19
Topic Discussion 1:38
Midland Radio Corporation just announced that it has discontinued the GXT2000 and GXT2050 FRS/GMRS two way radios. We'll talk about its short, turbulent history, the current status of the entire GXT2000 series and speculate on the future of the Midland radio line.
Wrap up and Close 27:19
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
We explore the contention and differences between the two worlds of Citizens Band and Amateur radio. We also review the Wouxun KG-UV6D Two Way Radio.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:08
Intro to Interview 1:27
In discussions with CB and Amateur radio hobbyists, it quickly emerges that there is some contention between these two groups of radio users. In this episode we'll look more closely at each group and their issues with the other. We'll also read some of the tweets that we received after we asked for some feedback on this subject. Finally, we'll end by looking at some of the pros and cons of both the CB and Amateur radio services.
Wrap up and Close 52:47
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
We interview Bill Casto, a seasoned amateur radio operator who operates Continuous Wave, or CW and a member of the Charlotte Amateur Radio Club- W4CQ. We also review the Motorola RMM2050 MURS Two Way Radio.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:14
Intro to Interview 1:33
Rick talks with Bill Casto, a ham who has been using CW most of his life and is a lifetime member of The Charlotte Amateur Radio Club - W4CQ. We'll find out how he became interested in CW, where Morse or International code is now and how some hams still use this form of communication in the 21st century.
Interview With Bill Casto 2:13 Commercial Break 14:33 buytwowayradios.com 1:00
Wrap up and Close 31:50
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
We take a look at the recent trend of bundling weather channels and emergency alert features into handheld two way radios and what it means. We also review the Motorola MWR839 AM/FM Weather Alert Radio.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:13
Topic Discussion 1:32
We discuss the recent uptick in the number of two way radios with weather features such as NOAA weather channels, alerts and Specific Area Message Encoding (S.A.M.E.) technology. We look at the proliferation of entry level consumer FRS and GMRS walkie talkies and new Motorola RM Series business radios with built-in NOAA weather channels and why manufacturers may now be adding these options as standard features.
Wrap up and Close 43:57
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
We attend ARRL Field Day and interview Mike Patterson with the Salvation Army and member of the Charlotte Amateur Radio Club - W4CQ. We also review the Tram 1185 Amateur Dual-Band Magnet Antenna.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:11
Intro to Interview 1:30
Rick attends ARRL Field Day 2013 and talks with Mike Patterson, Emergency Disaster Services Director with the Salvation Army, North and South Carolina Division and a member of The Charlotte Amateur Radio Club - W4CQ. He will tell us how he became involved with the groups, how they initially came together and how this symbiotic relationship serves to benefit both organizations and the community, especially during an emergency.
Interview with Mike Patterson 2:33 Commercial Break 22:05
Wrap up and Close 36:33
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
We preview the new RM Series business radios coming this year from Motorola. We'll also review the Motorola HKLN4433 CLP Series Magnetic Case Kit.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:07
Topic Discussion 1:24
Just when we thought there was nothing new to talk about, we found out Motorola has a whole new series of business radios coming out this summer. Radios discussed include the Motorola RMU2040, RMU2080, RMU2080d, RMM2050, RMV2080. For more information on the new Motorola RM Series, read New Motorola RM Series radios available this summer. For tips on using your two way radios, watch our Radio 101 video series hosted by Anthony.
Wrap up and Close 20:34
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
We talk about renting two way radios as an alternative to buying them. We also review the Tram TBC-6 and TBC-9 BIGCAT CB Antennas.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:15
Topic Discussion 1:33
We talk about renting radios. We'll look at scenarios in which renting two way radios may be better than purchasing them, the advantages of short and long term rentals and what to consider when shopping around for radio rentals. For more information on renting radios, read Rental Two Way Radios FAQ and visit Two Way Radio Rentals. For tips on using your two way radios, watch our Radio 101 video series hosted by Anthony.
Wrap up and Close 32:49
Send in your comments and questions for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. Feedback on this and other topics will be read by the hosts and included in future episodes of the show. Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!