Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Giuseppe Morlè (IZ0GZW), who writes: Dear Thomas and Friends of SWLing Post, I am Giuseppe Morlè from Formia, Central Italy, on the Tyrrhenian Sea. This time, I want to share a very simple antenna setup for listening to and attempting extreme DX on Medium Waves. I first saw this […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Jeff McMahan for his mini update of the Qodosen DX-286. While it excelled at music, Jeff found its DSP filtering took a serious toll on voice clarity — enough to lose its coveted spot as his “Bedroom Radio.” Check out his full write-up on the Herculodge.
Greetings to all the SWLing community, hope things are well, wherever you are. This week coming, Imaginary Stations hoist the sails on the pirate ship Skybird again and brings you another audio voyage in the Free Radio Skybird series and it’s the third and final planned broadcast of the station this year. Tune in on […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Fred Waterer, who shares this update from James Cridland. After initially announcing that BBC Sounds and music radio stations would no longer be available outside the UK, the BBC has quietly revised its FAQ. While you still can’t access content directly from BBC apps or websites, international listeners can […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist, Carlos Latuff, who shares illustrated radio listening report of a recent NHK broadcast. Carlos notes: Ukraine: U.S. and Russian leaders to hold phone call. NHK, Japan, 11630 kHz Click here to view on YouTube. Bonus Kyodo News Radiofax Today’s Kyodo News Evening Edition, received in Porto Alegre via radiofax […]
A Note to Our Readers: On the USAGM Shutdowns and Keeping the Conversation Respectful At the SWLing Post, we’ve always strived to keep this space a safe haven — free from the divisive politics that so often cloud the media landscape. Our focus remains on sharing the joy of radio, supporting international broadcasting, and fostering […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Don Moore–noted author, traveler, and DXer–for the latest installment of his Photo Album guest post series: Don Moore’s Photo Album: Guatemala (Part Four) – To the Western Highlands More of Don’s traveling DX stories can be found in his book Tales of a Vagabond DXer [SWLing Post affiliate link]. If you’ve already read his […]
Following an earlier report from NPR covering (and other sources) the U.S. Agency for Global Media’s restructuring, this is the full official announcement from USAGM. It outlines the agency’s efforts to comply with an executive order aimed at reducing non-statutory functions, cutting costs, and downsizing operations: USAGM, Senior Advisor Kari Lake cancels obscenely expensive 15-year-lease […]
Journalists at Voice of America and the Office for Cuba Broadcasting arrived for work today only to find themselves locked out, following an order from President Trump’s administration. Over 1,000 employees were placed on indefinite paid leave, and contracts with international broadcasters like Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty and Radio Free Asia were abruptly terminated. According […]
Pairing a Phone or Tablet with a Radio By Bob Colegrove The Internet is full of resources for radio listeners and hobbyists. There are numerous examples of general information, frequency, and schedule lists. There are also WebSDR sites, which allow you to compare reception experiences from around the world. All of these can be accessed […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Paul Jamet, who writes: Hello Thomas, I’d like to draw your attention to the release of the Czech film “VLNY” (It means “Waves”) about the role of Radio Prague during the invasion of Czechoslovakia by Warsaw Pact troops on August 21, 1968. The film will be released in France […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Richard Cuff, who shares the following news via the BBC: Upcoming changes for listening to BBC audio outside the UK If you live outside the UK, how you listen to BBC radio will change, starting from spring 2025. Instead of using BBC Sounds, you’ll be able to use a […]
Greetings to all SWLing community. This week in the world of shortwave entertainment, Imaginary Stations bring you more eclectic programming. As part of the 15th year anniversary series we have a transmission of Free Radio Skybird 2. Tune in on Saturday 15th March 2025 at 1200 hrs UTC on 6160 kHz and also on Sunday 16th March […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor David Iurescia, who shares the following article from Radio Prague (in Spanish), which focuses on the history and relevance of Radio Free Europe. For the past 30 years, the station has been broadcasting from Prague, continuing its mission of providing uncensored news to regions where press freedom is severely […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Frank, who shares the results of the SWL Contest 2025, which challenged shortwave and medium-wave listeners from around the world to log as many stations and transmitters as possible. A total of 34 participants from 17 countries participated, demonstrating the incredible reach and diversity of the SWL community. Frank […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Dan Greenall, who writes: Hi Thomas I still have warm memories of tuning into Radio Australia on 9580 kHz at sunrise during my early days of shortwave listening. They would sign on with their Waltzing Matilda interval signal and the sound of the kookaburra bird. While doing some listening […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Dennis Dure, who shares the following item from Radio World: NRSC Studies RF Noise on Various Roadway Types (Radio World) Radio World asked Cris Alexander to read the report and comment The National Radio Systems Committee recently published the results of a study on AM band noise. The report, […]
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist, Carlos Latuff, who shares illustrated radio listening report of recent Radio Nikkei 1 ad Radio Nikkei 2 broadcasts. Recording: Click here to view on YouTube. Recording: Click here to view on YouTube.
Good day all SWLing community, we’re letting you know what we’ll be sending out across those airwaves this week. The first is a return of all things esoteric when it come to your listening pleasure with Free Radio Skybird. Tune in on Saturday 8th March 2025 at 1200 hrs UTC on 6160 kHz and also on Sunday […]
Many thanks to SWling Post contributor Carlos Latuff, who writes: Good morning, Thomas. I just translated this article from Chilean radio station “Canal 95”, published on February 26. Original in Spanish here: https://www.canal95.cl/magazine/apagon-redes-sociales-rinden-tributo-radio-pila After the blackout, social media pays tribute to battery-operated radios Social media users highlighted the importance of battery-operated radios as the only […]