by Kevin Thomas
Experience amateur radio on the go with the Q5 Ham Radio Podcast. Each episode delivers insightful conversations and stories from the amateur radio community, catering to both seasoned operators and newcomers. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major platforms, the Q5 Ham Radio Podcast keeps you connected to the world of amateur radio wherever you are.
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April 25, 2025
Kevin Thomas W1DED is back with the Contest Crew—Dan N6MJ, Chris KL9A, Randy K5ZD, and Bill W9KKN—for a relaxed but revealing breakdown of CQ WPX SSB 2025. This time, it was ND7K vs. K3LR—not a grudge match, but a fun, full-throttle rivalry kicked off by Tim Duffy himself. K3LR, with Randy on the team, shattered the longstanding NQ4I US record, finishing with a massive 58 million points. Meanwhile in Arizona, Dan, Chris, and Bill turned ND7K into a mini-Dayton. With 18+ ops on site, last-minute rewiring, and a ton of teamwork, they pulled off 33 million points—breaking the same record just hours behind. The conversation dives into what made both stations click: smart strategy, sharp ops, great food, and even better camaraderie. K3LR ran like a Formula One machine. ND7K brought flexibility, hustle, and smoked meat. A shared WhatsApp group kept the banter flowing and the spirits high. Then the spotlight shifts. The Crew turns their attention to Kevin’s solo run from VP5E, where he earned an uniffical Top 6 North American finish in Single Operator High Power (Unassisted). Running 400 watts to a SteppIR with no rotor, it was a gritty effort with standout runs on Saturday—and a few hard lessons on 40 meters. There’s advice. There’s critique. There’s encouragement. And this from Dan N6MJ: “You weren’t supposed to win. You were supposed to learn. But a #6 finish in North America? That’s outstanding.” Join the conversation and subscribe to W1DED Worldwide Ham Radio for more contest breakdowns, operator stories, and what really goes on behind the pileups.
April 25, 2025
Max IW1FRU, Lorenzo IU1NSA, and Carlo IK1HJS, Fabio I4UFH, and Maurizio IV3ZXQ are the team behind the World Wide Award—a ham radio event that has grown from a single spark during WRTC Italy in 2023 into a full-blown phenomenon lighting up the HF bands twice a year. The origin story? Classic ham ingenuity. With Carlo leading WRTC Italy, the team needed a way to promote the event not just online, but on the air. That’s when he tapped Max and Lorenzo—two tech-savvy hams already tinkering with award software. Their goal: make something simple, engaging, and powerful enough to stir interest well beyond the contesting elite. What began as the WRTC Award became a platform that now powers World Wide Award, or WWA. And it’s not small potatoes. We’re talking 3.7 million QSOs in a single month. Real-time scoring. Seamless logging. Instant EQSLs. Interfaces that look like they were built this decade. It’s a massive lift—and a serious injection of activity into the ham bands. The best part? Anyone can join. Activators run like mini-DXpeditions, while hunters chase them down across modes and bands. It’s not a contest, which means less pressure, more flexibility, and a whole lot of fun. Operate when you want, however you want—and watch the pileups follow. The January event runs all month. The July sprint is a one-week frenzy. Both are fueled by an elegant mix of high-tech backend, grassroots energy, and growing international participation. Even Randy K5ZD is all in, calling it one of his favorite operating events. Looking ahead, the team is rolling out Ham Copilot—a real-time assistant for DXers—and HamStream, a livestreaming integration for QRZ profiles. They’re not just building tools; they’re reshaping how we experience the hobby. Want in? Head to hamaward.cloud/wwa. Whether you’re an activator, a hunter, or just someone tired of hearing “ham radio is dying,” this might change your mind. This conversation was part of W1DED Worldwide Ham Radio. Join the conversation. Subscribe for more.
March 27, 2025
Seth Jones is… a young ham from Maine with an old soul for radio. At just 14, he’s earned his Extra license, snagged the vanity callsign NU1D, and has already gotten a taste of everything ham radio has to offer—from contesting to POTA, from sleepovers with Yagis to field day with an Elecraft K3 and a 30-foot trailer tower. Seth’s not here to be a trend; he’s here to operate. While grownups wring their hands about whether “kids these days” are interested in ham radio, Seth quietly builds DX contacts from his hundred-watt shack, learns Morse, and imagines a future where ham radio leads to career paths in engineering or even the FCC. His journey started with curiosity and mentorship—and maybe a few YouTube videos—but it’s been powered by a deep fascination with reaching across borders and bands. If you think ham radio’s dying, you’re listening on the wrong frequency. Join the conversation and subscribe to W1DED Worldwide Ham Radio.
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