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10/03/2026

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10/01/2026

What happens when you combine camping, portable power, antennas, radios, and the great outdoors?

This week on HamShackTV Live, we’re talking all about Camping and Ham Radio — from setting up a portable station at the campground to choosing radios, antennas, batteries, and gear that actually make sense away from home.

We’ll cover:

� Setting up ham radio at the campsite
� The best radios for camping and portable operation
� Batteries, solar, and portable power
� Easy antennas you can deploy in the field
� POTA and operating from the great outdoors
� Ham radio from campers and RVs
� Emergency communications while off-grid
� What radio gear is actually worth packing
� And plenty of campground stories, ideas, and viewer discussion

Whether you're camping in a tent, pulling an RV, heading into the backcountry, or just looking for another excuse to take your radio outside, this one is for you.

� LIVE Thursday at 8 PM Eastern on HamShackTV

Join the conversation in the live chat and tell us what your camping ham-radio setup looks like!

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09/29/2026

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09/27/2026

📻 **HAM RADIO OPERATORS — THIS APP CAUGHT MY ATTENTION.**

When HamQRG reached out and asked me to take a look at their app, I figured it would be another repeater directory.

**I was wrong.** 👀

It can find repeaters around you, filter by mode, show detailed repeater information, integrate POTA activity, provide terrain information and even offer tools for when you're operating away from home.

But here's the question I wanted answered:

👉 **Could HamQRG actually replace the way we've traditionally searched for repeaters?**

I put it through its paces in my latest HamShackTV video — and there are a few features here that I think a LOT of hams are going to want to see.

🔥 **Watch the full review on YouTube:**
https://youtu.be/-GW84He20xQ?si=33H9GfhhRDMm2r9a

After you watch, come back and tell me:

**Would YOU use HamQRG, or are you sticking with the repeater directory you already use?**

👇 I want to hear from you.

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09/24/2026

September is Emergency Preparedness Month, so this week on HamShackTV LIVE we’re asking one important question:

Are you actually ready when the power goes out, the cell network fails, or severe weather strikes?

Join us Thursday, September 24 at 8 PM ET as we break down practical emergency preparedness for amateur radio operators and their families.

We’ll talk about:

• Building a practical emergency go bag
• Batteries, power banks, generators, and backup power
• Keeping your radios operational when the grid goes down
• Portable antennas and emergency communications gear
• Food, water, lighting, medical supplies, and other essentials
• What belongs in your vehicle emergency kit
• Mistakes people make when preparing for emergencies
• How amateur radio fits into a realistic preparedness plan

Whether you're preparing for severe weather, extended power outages, natural disasters, or simply want to become more self-reliant, this is a show you won’t want to miss.

� LIVE THURSDAY — 8 PM EASTERN

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09/17/2026

Ever wonder if that $18 gadget in your pocket could actually hunt down hidden threats? Every hidden electronic device leaves behind an invisible footprint—a radio signal trail that can reveal secrets about what’s lurking nearby.

While it sounds like something straight out of a spy thriller, using an ESP32 to sniff out Bluetooth activity near gas pumps is a real-world concept. But there's a major catch: picking up a wireless signal doesn't always mean a credit card skimmer has been found. It's a fascinating look at how RF signals can expose the unseen world around us, provided you know how to read the data. Dive into the science behind the signal and discover why being a radio enthusiast offers a unique perspective on modern security.

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09/16/2026

Could an $18 wireless gadget really help sniff out a credit-card skimmer lurking inside a gas pump? The answer is more complicated than a simple yes or no.

While the ESP32 family packs Wi-Fi and Bluetooth capabilities that make scanning for nearby devices surprisingly accessible, there is a major catch. Just because a gadget picks up a Bluetooth signal doesn't mean a thief is stealing your data—and worse, many sophisticated skimmers don't even use Bluetooth at all. It is a powerful tool for tech enthusiasts, but when it comes to security, detection is not the same as proof.

Discover the reality behind wireless skimmer hunting and learn why this budget-friendly hardware has serious limitations.

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09/16/2026

Think those external inspections are enough to spot a credit card skimmer? Think again. Some of the most dangerous skimmers are hidden deep inside gas pumps, completely invisible to the naked eye. However, because some of these illicit devices transmit stolen data wirelessly, they emit a signal that tech-savvy users might be able to detect.

An inexpensive wireless gadget could potentially identify Bluetooth activity associated with these hidden threats, but there is a major catch—detecting a signal doesn't always guarantee a skimmer is present. Discover the surprising reality behind using Bluetooth scanners for security and learn the limitations of this method in high-stakes environments.

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09/16/2026

Can an $18 gadget truly uncover a credit card skimmer hiding in plain sight? While the idea of catching criminals with budget-friendly tech sounds like something out of a spy movie, the reality is far more nuanced.

Some skimmers rely on Bluetooth to transmit stolen data wirelessly, which means basic hardware like an ESP32 can indeed pick up signals that would otherwise remain invisible. However, spotting a Bluetooth signal doesn't automatically equal a crime—it’s just the beginning of the investigation. When things are hidden in plain sight, the signal often tells a much deeper story than it seems.

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09/15/2026

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