Grouch Mobile Command: Live from Nearfest

Have you ever wondered what really happens when ham radio operators gather at hamfests? In this special live episode, we pull back the curtain on ham radio culture as we broadcast directly from our campsite at Nearfest Spring 2025.

Nestled in the "Grouch Mobile Command" (Paul's camper) with rain pattering on the tent, our full crew shares the day's adventures and hamfest finds. Mike proudly recounts scoring an ATAS 120 antenna for a steal when a seller mistakenly thought it was an older model. Paul shows off his vintage first-generation iPad purchase, while others discuss their unique discoveries among the vendor tables. Between stories of great deals and the occasional "smoke test" at neighboring booths, you'll experience the authentic hamfest atmosphere that keeps operators coming back year after year.

The episode takes an ...