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Updated 2025-08-26 11:47
Mother Jones takes a look at new BBG CEO Andy Lack
Mother Jones, a nonprofit news organization that specializes in investigative, political, and social justice reporting, recently published an article entitled, “Can the Guy Who Brought You “Friends” Win the Propaganda War Against ISIS and Putin?” MJ Reporter, Jenna McLaughlin, takes a look at … Continue reading →
Digitech Audio AR-1945 manual anyone?
SWLing Post reader, Ralph, writes: I bought the Digitech Audio AR-1945 today at a Jaycar outlet and when I got out, it has no manual. As most functions are new to me, can you help with a manual? Regards, Ralph Can … Continue reading →
Unboxing the Tecsun PL-680
When I got home, after a very long day, I found that FedEx delivered the Tecsun PL-680 I ordered from Anon-Co. I haven’t even had a moment to listen to the PL-680 yet, but I hope to make time tomorrow. I’m … Continue reading →
The Tecsun PL-680 now shipping
SWLing Post reader, Steve, writes: Anna [at Anon-Co] has the PL-680 in stock according to a email I received from her this morning. Readers who are interested in ordering the radio should be aware of the Chinese New Year and … Continue reading →
Michael Stevenson reviews the Wellbrook ALA1530S+
I just noticed that my buddy Rob Wagner has posted Michael Stevenson’s review of the Wellbrook ALA1530S+ antenna. Michael does an excellent job describing the Wellbrook, its performance, and even includes comparison audio clips. Click here to read the full review. … Continue reading →
Radio Australia antenna azimuth settings
SWLing Post reader, George, recently asked about the new Radio Australia antenna settings accompanying the modified (trimmed) broadcast schedule. The following are the new azimuth settings for the antennas at the Shepparton transmitter site: 9,580 kHz: 070 degrees 0900-2100 UTC 12,065 … Continue reading →
Complete list of RadioShack store closures
Many thanks to my friend, David (K2WNW), for sharing the following link to a RadioShack Corporation document which lists all retail store closures. Click here to download (PDF).
Pulling Radio Santa Cruz out of the interference
I recorded Radio Santa Cruz early this morning around 05:00 UTC on 6,135 kHz using the TitanSDR I currently have under review. Radio Santa Cruz‘s 10 kW signal from Santa Cruz, Bolivia, was very much audible here in North America, though RSC was competing with … Continue reading →
Video: Dan compares the Sony ICF-6800W with several benchmark receivers
Check out this video of Dan Robinson comparing his Sony ICF-6800 with the JRC NRD-301A, Eddystone 1650/9, RFT EKD-515, Drake R7A, and the WJ8718A/MFP: Thanks for sharing, Dan! Impressive lineup!
Richard’s QSL from Radio Demerara (Voice of Guyana)
SWLing Post contributor, Richard Langley, writes: “Your recent post sent me to my archives and I’ve found my QSL from Radio Demerara, the predecessor of the Voice of Guyana. Copies of the front and back of the QSL letter I … Continue reading →
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