We discuss bills proposed to allow ham radio operators to erect antennas in a deed restricted community, or HOA. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.

Intro :00
Billboard 1:05

Bills Proposed to Allow Ham Radio Antennas in an HOA 1:21
In 2023 a bipartisan bill of particular interest to amateur radio operators was introduced to the United States House of Representatives. Titled Amateur Radio Emergency Preparedness Act, this bill proposed to amend the Communications Act of 1934 to prohibit the application of certain private land use restrictions to amateur station antennas, and for other purposes. What is this bill about, could it pass, and if it does becomes law, how would it potentially impact an amateur radio operator who resides in a deed restricted community such as a Homeowner’s Association?

Questions and Answers 37:04
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Wrap up and Close 48:06
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We discuss the question of how much control a GMRS repeater operator can have over the use of their private repeater on a GMRS repeater channel. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.

Intro :00
Billboard 1:09

Censorship on GMRS Repeaters? 1:24
Recently I overheard an exchange on a local GMRS repeater between the owner of the repeater and a newly licensed GMRS operator who was using it. Although the new operator did not violate any of the FCC rules, he apparently did break one set by the owner of the repeater as a condition for using it. The question is, How much power does a GMRS repeater owner have to control free speech?

Questions and Answers 40:00
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Wrap up and Close 45:08
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We answer the one frequently asked question that is ultimately asked by someone who is shopping around for a two way radio for the first time. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.

Intro :00
Billboard 1:04

What is the Best Two Way Radio to Buy? 1:20
We answer a lot of questions from customers who are shopping around for their first radio and there is ultimately one they ask quite frequently. It's a very simple question to ask, but is it an easy one to answer?

Questions and Answers 15:16
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Wrap up and Close 18:58
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We check out two new CB radios from different manufacturers that seem to indicate CB is still alive and well. We’ll also tell you about two deals on CB radios and take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.

Intro :00
Billboard 1:04

Is CB Radio Dead? 1:19
For years there has been a lot of talk about the purported death of the CB radio. While it is true that CB no longer enjoys the public popularity it had in its heyday during the 1970’s, does that make it a dead radio service?

New Cobra 75 CB Radio 8:45
Learn all about the new Cobra 75 All Road Wireless CB Radio with AM/FM + Bluetooth.

New President GEORGE FCC CB Radio 12:28
Get the details on the new President GEORGE FCC AM/FM/SSB CB Radio.

President RANDY II FREE Charging Dock Offer 17:41
Get a FREE charging dock when you buy a President RANDY II FCC AM/FM Handheld CB Radio! Listen to the show for details.

Wouxun KG-S72C Discount and Free Item Offer 18:43
Get $10 off and a FREE CB Radio Reference Card when you buy a Wouxun KG-S72C Portable Handheld AM/FM CB Radio! Listen to the show for details.

Questions and Answers 19:31
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Wrap up and Close 24:34
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. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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We discuss Midland's request for changes to Part 95 of the FCC rules to allow digital data transmissions from GMRS mobile radios. We’ll also tell you about a big giveaway promotion and take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.

Intro :00
Billboard 1:08

FCC petition to change Part 95 rules for the GMRS 1:24
On July 16, 2021, Midland requested that the FCC waive certain sections of its Part 95 rules to extend data privileges that are currently limited only to handheld GMRS devices to include mobile radios. On November 29, 2023 the OFFICE OF MANAGING AND DIRECTOR’S BUREAU issued a public notice stating that Interested persons may file statements opposing or supporting the Petition for Rulemaking within 30 days. What exactly is this all about? If this petition is approved, what does this mean for the future of the General Mobile Radio Service? Will this be good or bad for the GMRS airwaves going forward?

Survival Dispatch $25,000 New Year's Giveaway Promotion 30:37
To ring in the new year, Survival Dispatch is giving away $25,000 in prizes during a giveaway drawing on New Year's Day, 2024! Buy Two Way Radios is contributing a Wouxun KG-935G Plus Prepper GMRS Radio Kit to their promotion, valued at $469.99! All you need to do is go to the official giveaway sign up page, enter your email address, and you're in. Listen to the show for details.

Questions and Answers 33:58
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Wrap up and Close 37:50
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. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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We tell you about the discounts, freebies and and deals on two way radios you can find online during the 2023 holiday season. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:14

Holiday Specials on Two Way Radios 1:34
During the week of November 23-29, 2023, Buy Two Way Radios is offering discounts, deals and freebies on radios and radio accessories that may make great holiday gifts for anyone on your list. With me today is Tommy Savoia, our Social Media Manager at Buy Two Way Radios. Tommy and I are going to go through the list of deals and specials on FRS, GMRS, ham, CB radios and more during our 2023 Cyber Holiday Sale.

Questions and Answers 27:39
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Wrap up and Close 29:43
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. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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We talk about a new GMRS portable handheld radio from Wouxun with GPS, IP67 protection from dust and water ingress and the capability to receive on multiple bands. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:10

The New Wouxun KG-Q10G Portable Handheld GMRS Radio 1:25
Earlier this summer Wouxun introduced an amateur radio called the KG-Q10H. Now, there is a version of this radio available for the GMRS that could be the next big thing. We're talking about the new KG-Q10G!

Questions and Answers 52:23
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Wrap up and Close 57:05
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. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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We talk about radios that operate on 900 MHz frequencies. We’ll learn how they work, the pros and cons of using these radios, and who can legally use them. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:07

900 MHz Digital Radios 1:22
Not long ago we received a comment from someone who said that a certain series of Motorola business radios were intended for business use only and they were not allowed or legal for use by consumers. Since radios in question operate on 900 MHz frequencies, is he correct? What exactly is a 900MHz radio?

Questions and Answers 22:43
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Wrap up and Close 26:09
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. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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We tell you about a low cost dual band digital two way radio from TYT that’s a Plus. We’ll give you an overview of its features and specifications and compare it to the original version of this radio. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:09

The TYT MD-UV390 Plus DMR Digital Radio 1:24
When TYT introduced the MD-380 in 2015, it set the bar for affordable digital DMR radios and brought many hams and even some small businesses into the digital age. Then came a dual band model, the MD-UV380. Now TYT is doing it again, with the introduction of a dual band digital DMR radio with GPS, IP67 dust and water protection, and 256-bit digital encryption, plus many other features, the MD-UV390 Plus.

Questions and Answers 23:34
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Wrap up and Close 28:05
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. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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We announce a new quad band amateur two way radio from Wouxun with GPS capability and review its features. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:12

The Wouxun KG-Q10H Quad Band Amateur Radio 1:28
There are a plethora of handheld amateur radios out there already, from a myriad of manufacturers. Now Wouxun is launching another into the market, called the KG-Q10H. With all of the choices already available, why another ham radio? What makes this one different from all the others?

Questions and Answers 45:21
Comments and questions from our blog and members of the Two Way Radio Forum. Check out and join the forum! It's free!

Wrap up and Close 51:58
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. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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We talk with a driver for a kart racing team and learn how two way radios are used in this motor sport. We’ll also take some of your comments and questions from our blog and our forum.
Intro :00
Billboard 1:12

Introduction to Topic 1:32
Two way radios are used extensively in professional sporting events such as motor racing. Considering this, it's not surprising to find they are also used in other competitive arenas such as kart racing. We interviewed Christopher North from Not Ready Racing to learn more about kart racing, what types of radios are typically used in this sport, and how their team uses radios during racing events.

Interview with Christopher North 2:03

Post Interview Discussion 38:40
We discuss the use of FRS radios in kart racing and recommend specific models.

Questions and Answers 55:47
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Wrap up and Close 1:01:52
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. If we read your comment about this episode on a future episode, we may send you a free t-shirt or some swag! Visit us at www.twowayradioshow.com!

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