Skip This If You Hate Fun: A CB Radio Revival

Have you ever dismissed CB radio as just a relic of 1970s culture? This episode might change your mind completely. We welcome Walt K4OGM from Coastal Waves and Wires to challenge our preconceptions and build a bridge between two radio communities that have been divided for too long.

Walt takes us on a fascinating journey through the modern world of Citizens Band radio, revealing how the 11-meter band offers legitimate DX opportunities with legal equipment. You'll discover that the FCC relaxed distance restrictions years ago, making skip contacts fully legal with the proper power limits. From equipment recommendations like the President McKinley FCC to operating techniques for maximum range, Walt covers everything needed to ethically enjoy this overlooked spectrum.

What makes this conversation particularly valuable is the vis ...