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I recently had the opportunity to talk with Jessica Crotty of C. Crane about my experience with radio during the aftermath of Hurricane Helene here in western North Carolina. We talked about how our neighborhood stayed connected when cell service, internet, and 911 were unavailable, the important role local broadcasters played, and a few lessons […]
UPDATE (16:15 UTC, August 14, 2026): This post has been updated to clarify that XHDATA is preparing to release two different receivers, the D-228 and D-226. The original version of this post conflated some of the specifications and features of the two models. Many thanks to Paul Jamet for the clarification. Many thanks to SWLing […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Mark Hirst, who writes: Thomas, I spotted a movie in a local charity shop recently called “Operation Chromite”, a Korean production featuring Liam Neeson as General MacArthur. A fictionalised depiction of the true story behind preparations for the Incheon landings during the Korean War, much of the film follows […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Terry (N5RTC), who shares the following schedules for Texas Radio Shortwave (click image to enlarge):
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist Carlos Latuff, who shares the following illustrated radio listening report. Carlos notes: What we can learn about Javier Milei’s Argentina through the airwaves Click here to view on YouTube.
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Dan Greenall, who writes: Hi Thomas Radio Bonaire 1530 went on the air July 27, 2026. According to its website, “Radio Bonaire 1530 is your source of information during emergencies, specifically for residents and visitors of Bonaire. Thanks to an off-grid system and continuous broadcasting, you stay informed at […]
Hi to all SWLing Post community. Here’s the Imaginary Stations schedule for this week’s listening pleasure. On Wednesday 12th August 2026, at 0200 hrs UTC on 9395 kHz on WRMI we have WHFM – Herman’s Radio and Record Room. This is another show in a series of programmes by DJ Frederick Moe in memory of […]
by Mark (M7MHY) It was while travelling in the Greek islands a few weeks ago, I first spoke to Paul Karlstrand. I’d sent him an email, requesting a shipping quote from his home country in Australia to mine, Scotland, UK. I got a prompt reply, and he was only too happy to answer any questions […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Fred Waterer, who shares the following screenshots and writes: A pair of screenshots of an underground receiver and antenna as imagined in the 1978 mini-series “Holocaust,” Part 4 of 5. IIRC it ran Holocaust 5 consecutive nights in 1978. Some big names, including Meryl Streep, James Woods, and a […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Tracy Wood, who shares this fascinating report from Mizzima about the launch of “Voice of Independent Myanmar,” a new weekly shortwave broadcast aimed at providing independent news and information to listeners in Myanmar. The new service, a collaboration between Mizzima and Reporters Without Borders (RSF), airs Sundays from 7:00–8:00 […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Alphonse, who is an SWL and independent app developer, who recently reached out to introduce Demod, a new iOS/iPadOS receiver app designed for exploring shortwave and other radio signals via remote receivers. Demod connects to KiwiSDR, SpyServer, and rtl_tcp servers, and includes a built-in directory of public receivers, so […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Alan Roe, who shares his A-26 (version 4.0) season guide to music on shortwave. Alan provides this amazing resource as a free PDF download. Click here to download Music on Shortwave A-26 v4.0 (PDF) Alan has also created at-a-glance, single-page PDF programme grids for BBC World Service, CGTN Radio, Radio […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Marty Busse, who writes: Radio New Zealand (RNZ) has a short item on a planned November DXpedition to Fakaofo in Tokelau atoll. Click here to listen to the interview: https://podcast.radionz.co.nz/pacn/dateline-20260808-0601-tokelau_is_a_sought-after_location_in_amateur_radio-128.mp3
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Rob Gray, who spotted this Hygain Galaxy R-1530 on eBay. It’s listed at $749.95 plus shipping. The seller has a 100% rating, but if this interests you, note that the seller does not accept returns and the condition is marked as “For parts or not working,” even though it’s […]
Radio Waves: Stories Making Waves in the World of Radio Welcome to the SWLing Post’s Radio Waves, a collection of links to interesting stories making waves in the world of radio. Enjoy! Many thanks to SWLing Post contributors Dennis Dura, David Iurescia, and Michael Smith for the following tips: Georgia LPFM Asks FCC to Raise Power Due […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Ralph W. Perry, a longtime DXer and author, for sharing news of his latest novel, Pacific Dream – Mari Mango & an Accidental Orphanage. This is the third novel in Ralph’s Pacific Trilogy, following Pacific Odyssey, which we featured here on the SWLing Post in 2024. While Pacific Dream […]
by Carlos Latuff In my 36 years as a cartoonist, I’ve seen my work reproduced all over the world, but I must admit I was surprised to see one of my Illustrated Radio Listening Reports published by ABC Television in Kathmandu, Nepal. https://abcnews.com.np/chinese-spokesperson-criticizes-philippine-defense-department-statement/ What caught my attention was the fact that the topic of the […]
Hi to all SWLing Post community. Here’s the Imaginary Stations schedule for this week’s listening pleasure. On Wednesday 5th August 2026, at 0200 hrs UTC on 9395 kHz on WRMI we have WHFM – Herman’s Radio and Record Room. This is another show in a series of programmes by DJ Frederick Moe in memory of […]
by Troy Riedel New readers will not recognize my name. Longtime readers may not recognize my name, but chances are you may remember my story. I once contributed posts to this Blog … until … ‘the swimming pool’. During COVID, my wife decided she wanted an in-ground swimming pool. The construction started in May 2020 […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist Carlos Latuff, who shares the following illustrated radio listening report. Carlos notes: Earthquake/dangerous hot weather in Japan, heavy rain in China – NHK (Japan) ZP-30 (Paraguay)+radiofax Click here to view on YouTube. Typhoon Dolphin, radiofax from Japan Meteorological Agency, Aug 3, 19h10 UTC