Josh 
I said this channel wasn’t going to turn into a full-on POTA channel… but let’s be honest—I’ve officially caught the Parks on the Air bug, and I’m hooked. Just a few days after my very first POTA activation, I headed back out for round two, activating two different parks in one trip. In this video, … Read more
This past weekend I tackled my very first Parks on the Air (POTA) activation, and not just one… I hit three different parks in just a few hours! As a brand-new POTA activator, I wanted to bring you along for the ride, share what I learned, and maybe inspire a few of you to get … Read more
While scrolling through X, I stumbled across another post lamenting the decline of ham radio. It’s a recurring theme, and as a newly licensed operator (just a few months in), I feel compelled to share my perspective. Why does this narrative of decline keep resurfacing? The core issue is simple: the hobby is aging out. … Read more
Check out my latest video of my journey to Hamvention! I was only able to attend for a single day, but I still had a lot of fun and met a lot of people. Instead of doing a walkaround or recap I decided to do a little tip/guide for first time goers to the largest … Read more
I’ve already done a couple (not so great) videos for my YouTube channel, but I never did an intro video. I took some time to outline what I want to do with my channel after I put the call out on X to see if some fellow ham friends could help me get to 50 … Read more
Have you ever thought about getting a vanity call sign? If so, you should do it! It’s a lot easier than you think. Check out the latest video on my YouTube as I talk about how I did it or check out the post below. Please note: I know the audio in the video was … Read more
This weekend, I took to X to share my journey of setting up my first HF antenna. One commenter said it brought back memories of their own early days in ham radio. I laughed and replied that I was broadcasting my “trials and tribulations” to the world, hoping other new operators could learn from my … Read more
So, you’ve earned your Technician ham radio license—congratulations! But now what? When I got mine, I found myself in a strange spot. None of my friends were into radio, and the only community I’d stumbled into was online. It felt isolating, which is ironic for a hobby that’s all about connecting people. It was like … Read more
My ham radio journey kicked off with setting up my handheld radio (HT), but the next step was figuring out how to make it work in my truck. I knew from the start that using an HT inside a vehicle was a recipe for disappointment—heck, that’s even a question on the Technician exam! So, I … Read more
Greetings, fellow radio enthusiasts. I’d like to share my experience preparing for and passing the General Class ham radio license exam, detailing the study methods that led to my success. Please note that this reflects my personal approach—what worked for me may not suit everyone. My goal is to provide practical insights that might assist … Read more
I’ve been incredibly fortunate to engage in hobbies where the communities are warm, welcoming, and supportive. Ham radio has proven to be no exception. My journey into this world began with YouTube videos, which typically offer a one-way form of communication. However, that changed when I dove into the online communities of these YouTubers. It’s … Read more
Are you going for your amateur radio technician license?Congrats! You’re about to dive into an incredible hobby that will grow with you for years to come. When I decided to get my license, I honestly had no idea where to start, so I did what most people do when searching for information: I turned to … Read more
Hi there! My name is Josh and I’m new to Ham radio. Growing up I was involved in the scouts and earned the rank of Eagle. I worked at summer camp for about 10 years and one of the merit badges we taught in our program area was radio. It always intrigued me watching the … Read more