"ham radio fest"
3 episodes tagged with this keyword
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Mark Koernke discussed preparedness topics including winter weather gear, battery insulation for cold weather operations, and radio equipment. He announced a fundraising drawing for a Kenwood TS-80S radio to support the Micro Effect network. Koernke paid tribute to Jack McLamb, a patriot and peace officer advocate who passed away on January 11, 2014, discussing his legacy and the importance of peace officers versus enforcers. He also addressed the Kelly Thomas police beating case in California, criticizing the acquittal of officers and discussing the broader problem of police brutality. A caller provided information about a ham radio fest scheduled for January 18th in Butts County, Georgia.
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Mark Koernke and co-host Don discussed tactical self-defense principles, including body positioning, movement, and threat recognition to gain advantage in confrontations. Caller Bill reported on Obamacare exemptions for certain religious groups and promoted an upcoming ham radio fest. The show addressed observations of unusual economic stagnation and reduced traffic in the Michigan area, with callers noting a widespread sense that something is wrong. Discussion covered government shutdown theater, the closure of national monuments, and historical context about U.S. national parks being pledged as collateral to the UN in 1977 under the Carter administration. Preparedness and food storage were emphasized as essential responses to the current climate.
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Mark Koernke discussed the burning of the Texas governor's mansion in Austin, arguing against mainstream media narratives blaming Iranian terrorists and instead suggesting globalist involvement or the work of groups like the ADL. He criticized the open southern border, the security theater of the TSA and No Fly lists, and profiling tactics that misidentify threats. The show covered a Cortland, New York ham radio fest, border conditions in Arizona, and extensive first aid training for dogs including shock recognition, heart disease symptoms, and treatment protocols. Callers provided updates on preparedness meetups and hamfest opportunities.