The Mesh Dealer Takes Over Live Free and Ham

The world of mesh networking collides with ham radio as we welcome Dave KB5UTY, affectionately known as "The Mesh Dealer," to share his journey from casual GMRS user to becoming Seed Studios' ham radio ambassador for Meshtastic technology.

Dave pulls back the curtain on a fascinating communication ecosystem that bridges traditional amateur radio with modern digital networking. As someone who "doesn't do anything half-assed," he explains how his dive into ham radio quickly expanded into a passion for innovative off-grid communication solutions. His story resonates with anyone who's felt the limitations of conventional communication methods and yearned for something more resilient.

At the heart of our conversation is Meshtastic technology – a mesh networking protocol that allows small, portable devices to create their own comm ...