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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 discuss the latest FCC crackdown on Baofeng and other import radios and the possible ramifications for users of these radios and the US market.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:14
Discussion Topic 1:34
We discuss the recent FCC enforcement advisory against the import, sale and use of unauthorized VHF/UHF two way radios. We’ll talk about how it could affect users of these radios and how it could impact the US two way radio market.
Listener Comments on FCC citation and enforcement advisory 48:56
Wrap up and Close 1:12:10
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 Keith Chafin from Icom and discuss the new Icom IP501H Sim Card LTE Two Way Radio. We also share our experiences using weather radios during Hurricane Florence and read some of your comments on our discussion in episode 126 about the FCC citation of the Baofeng UV-5RV2+.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:29
Intro to Interview 1:47
In our last episode of The Two Way Radio Show, we announced a new IP based radio from Icom called the IP501H that offers instant, full duplex communication. Well, it’s here, and this could be a real game changer! We interviewed Keith Chafin from Icom to find out more about this new radio.
Interview with Keith Chafin 3:12
Weather Radios and Hurricane Florence 22:48
Listener Comments on FCC citation of the Baofeng UV-5RV2+ Radio 39:51
Question about the Baofeng BF-F8+ 50:20
Question from a member of the Two Way Radio Forum.
Wrap up and Close 55:27
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 citation by the FCC for the illegal marketing of the Baofeng UV-5RV2+. We also talk about a new Kenwood digital radio, an new Icom LTE radio and price increases on Chinese radios due to tariffs.
Wrap up and Close 56:57
What do you think of our discussion about the FCC citation and what it could mean for other Chinese radios? Send in your comments for Danny, Anthony and Rick to show[at]buytwowayradios.com. If we read your comment in the next episode, we'll send you a FREE Two Way Radio Show t-shirt and a swag bag full of free stuff! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!
We celebrate the launch of our new web site and tell you about history of our company, how we migrated to a new platform, and the deals and freebies currently available during our relaunch event.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:18
Discussion Topic 1:36
Today we’re celebrating the launch of an all new redesign of our web site! We’ll give you a little history of Buy Two Way Radios, talk about our migration to another platform, and tell you about some of the new features that our new web site offers. We’ll also tell you about some of the specials, deals, discounts and freebies on popular radios and accessories currently available to celebrate the launch of our new site.
Wrap up and Close 36:08
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 using FRS radios for business. We also talk about a new series of business FRS radios from Cobra.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:25
Discussion Topic 1:44
Today we'll talk about using FRS radios for business applications. We'll discuss some common arenas in which FRS radios are used instead of business class radios for daily operations, the pros and cons of using FRS radios for a business, and how some radio manufacturers are responding to recent changes in the FCC rules to market FRS radios to businesses and organizations. We also discuss a new line of FRS two way radios from Cobra designed specifically for business use.
Update on Chinese Tariffs 26:15
The first set of tariffs are now in effect.
UHF and VHF Repeaters 27:11
We give you an update on a possible future interview with publisher Chuck Gysi from National Communications Magazine and mention an article in the July/August 2018 issue about UHF and VHF repeaters.
Wrap up and Close 32:25
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 put the new TYT MD-UV380 in a three way match up against the popular TYT MD-380 and the MD-2017. We'll also tell you about updates to the Wouxun KG-D901 DMR radio and give you an update on the status of the proposed tariffs on Chinese transceivers.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:38
Discussion Topic 1:56
We talk about the new TYT MD-UV380 Dual Band DMR digital two way radio and put it in a three way match up against the popular TYT MD-380 and what is widely considered the first dual band DMR handheld on the market, the MD-2017. We'll compare the features of these three radios, respond to some of your comments and questions about the UV380 and tell you which model we think offers the best value for the price.
Wouxun KG-D901 Update 17:58
Response to a question about updates to the Wouxun KG-D901 DMR radio
Linking GMRS Repeaters 23:36
We talk about an article in National Communications Magazine about connecting GMRS repeaters across the Internet. Could this be the next big thing for GMRS?
Wrap up and Close 38:52
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 tell you about some new two way radios for 2018. We also review the Motorola SL-300 Portable Two Way Radio.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:18
Discussion Topic 1:35
We discuss some of the latest in the world of Two Way Radios for 2018. We'll tell you about a new model in the Kenwood business radio line, some surprising news and a great deal from Midland, a new Limited Edition radio kit from Wouxun and a new DMR radio from TYT.
Wrap up and Close 39:10
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 proposed tariffs on Chinese two way radios. We also review the new TYT MD-UV380 Dual Band Digital DMR Two Way Radio.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:16
Discussion Topic 1:35
We discuss proposed tariffs on Chinese two way radios. We'll tell you what they are, why they were proposed and speculate on the possible effects of the tariffs on the US market and your wallet, if these tariffs go into effect. You can read the entire notice in the Federal Register.
Wrap up and Close 44:23
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 tell you how to choose the correct radios for your winter emergency preparedness kit. We also review the Midland WR400 Deluxe NOAA Weather Radio with Alarm Clock.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:19
Discussion Topic 1:37
We discuss how to choose the right radios for your needs when building an emergency preparedness kit for winter. We'll explain why a radio is an important item to have in any kit, consider the different types of emergency radios available, and compare the key features and functions between some name brand emergency and weather radios.
Wrap up and Close 44:39
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 reveal the truth about two way radio warranties. We also review the Baofeng BF-9700 UHF Two Way Radio.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:19
Discussion Topic 1:38
We tell you the truth about two way radio warranties. We'll explain why a warranty is an important feature to consider when choosing a radio, talk about some common misconceptions about product warranties in general, and compare warranties between some name brand two way radios and Chinese imports.
Wrap up and Close 45:14
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!