ICQPodcast Episode 479 - Baofeng UV-5R Mini

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode's feature is Baofeng UV-5R Mini Review.

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News stories include: - 

• FO-29 Enters Full Sunlight: Veteran Satellite Sees Renewed Activity in 2026
• New Indiana Law Protects Ham Radio Antennas, Towers
• Radio Interference Has Landed U.S. Airlines With an $8 Million Bill to Fix Faulty Equipment on Boeing 787s
• Tennessee Approves Credentials for Amateur Radio Technician License
• 630M at Dayton Hamvention
• New Microwave Capabilities for the NRC
• Start Planning for ARRL Field Day 2026
• Judge Orders Voice Of America Back On The Air
• WRTC 2026 Not Permitting National Flags, Symbols

The ICQPodcast can be downloaded from http://www.icqpodcast.com

ICQPodcast Episode 478 - QRP Labs Q&A

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode's feature is QRP Labs Q&A.

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News stories include: -

• Hams Help Forecasters with Real-Time Data on Northeast Blizzard
• Hamclock Users Get Free Backend Server
• Drone Video Captures East Texas Hot Air Balloon Rescue at 1,100 Feet
• Listen out for RSGB President operating as GB5CC
• British Science Week: What Are Your Plans?
• Astro Pi Mission Zero Challenge Offers Youth Chance to Run Code Aboard ISS
• RAC Names Recipients of Amateur of the Year Award 2025
• K9 Veterans Day Activation Honours Military Dogs

The ICQPodcast can be downloaded from http://www.icqpodcast.com

ICQPodcast Episode 477 - ARRL Bylaw 46 Changes

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode's feature is ARRL Bylaw 46 Changes.

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News stories include: -

• Victory in Scotland for Amateur's Tower Installation
• Hams Respond to Tragedy In Chilean Andes
• Indiana BMV Unveils New Amateur Radio License Plate
• Not Moonbounce, Rather Building- And Pedestrian-Bounce
• HAM Radio Operators Bridge UP200 Communications
• Radio Clubs Encouraged to Plan Now for April Ham Radio Open House
• Amateur Radio Software Award Nominations Open
• Construction Competition in UK Eyes Maker Community
• Ofcom Approves VMO2’s Request to Provide Satellite Connectivity to UK Smartphones

The ICQPodcast can be downloaded from http://www.icqpodcast.com

ICQPodcast Episode 476 - QRV App

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Chris Howard (M0TCH), Martin Rothwell (M0SGL), Frank Howell (K4FMH), and Leslie Butterfields (G0CIB) to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode's feature is QRV App

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Details of the QRV App, and how to claim your free trial can be found at - https://www.icqpodcast.com/download-the-show

News stories include: -

• Thailand’s KNACKSAT-2 CubeSat Preparing for Deployment from the ISS
• RSGB Band Plans: Key Changes You Need to Know
• Radio Club Keeping Communication Open During Extreme Weather
• Amazon Asks FCC for 2-Year Extension in Leo Satellite Deployment Deadline, Citing a Rocket Shortage
• World Thinking Day
• Student Coding Competition is Underway - $25,000 Award
• Register Now for HamSCI 2026, Hosted by ARRL
• 3Y0K Bouvet 2026

The ICQPodcast can be downloaded from http://www.icqpodcast.com

 

ICQPodcast Episode 475 - Expanding Portable OPs on 70cm/2m

In this episode, we join Martin Butler M1MRB, Dan Romanchik KB6NU, Caryn Eve Murray KD2GUT, Edmund Spicer M0MNG, and Ed Durrant DD5LP to discuss the latest Amateur / Ham Radio news. Colin Butler (M6BOY) rounds up the news in brief, and the episode's feature is 475 - Expanding Portable OPs on 70cm/2m.

We would like to thank Jeremy Reese (N8YP), John R Stengel (​​W8UC) and our monthly and annual subscription donors for keeping the podcast advert-free. To donate, please visit - http://www.icqpodcast.com/donate

News stories include: -

• Biggest solar storm in 20 years hits Earth
• Can Ham Radio Help Taiwan Survive?
• UK Regulator Eyes Frequency-Sharing By Devices
• German Amateurs' Access To 70 Mhz Band In Limbo
• SOTA 2026 Challenge Brings Back Activity to 2m/70cm SSB/CW
• New 60-Meter Frequencies Available as of 13th February 2026
• Maritime Radio Days 2026 April
• Silent Key's Rig Donated to Assist American Red Cross

The ICQPodcast can be downloaded from http://www.icqpodcast.com