251 - Searching, Seeking, and Finding Anomalies with Radio McRadioface

251 - Searching, Seeking, and Finding Anomalies with Radio McRadioface

Author: Phil Lichtenberger October 11, 2022 Duration: 1:02:14

Do you know how to find Pirates, Anomalies, and odd transmissions?

Our guest today, "Radio McRadioface" hunts out these transmissions from his location just outside of Washington DC.

He is always tuning around looking for interesting transmission and keeping logs on what he is finding. 

McRadioface's setup is a bit extreme, but today he will share how anyone can have fun logging these oddball transmissions with equipment you already own at home.

What You Need To Know

  • Radio McRadioface became interested in radio when he was a kid. 
  • The love for all things radio and his setup has become what would rival a professional-level shop.
  • His goal is to log everything he can hear and pickup with his radio setup.
  • One of his favorite things to hunt on the radio are Pirate Radio Stations.
  • These stations typically operate unlicensed in the SWL band.
  • Another recent hit of his has been listening to Russian forces testing out Radar Arrays.
  • In the recent past, McRadioface has logged very interesting communications around the Washington DC area in the VHF and UHF spectrum.
  • Many of these transmissions are received via SDR, which makes it easy to replay at a later date to review what might have been received overnight.
  • Learning what users might be on a particular frequency and figuring out who they are and what they are doing is part of the fun.

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Ever wondered about the distant voices crackling over a police band or the chatter between air traffic controllers? Scanner School is for the curious. Hosted by Phil Lichtenberger, this exploration digs into the nuances of monitoring public safety and utility communications, transforming a technical hobby into a accessible and fascinating pastime. Rather than just listing equipment, episodes unpack the how and why-the stories behind the signals. You’ll hear practical advice on choosing a scanner, decoding technical jargon, and understanding radio protocols, all explained without assuming prior expertise. The discussion often extends to the ethics and laws surrounding the hobby, providing a thoughtful framework for listeners. Newcomers will find a clear path forward, while seasoned enthusiasts discover deeper layers to their interest. It’s a weekly dose of clarity and discovery, where specific listener questions shape the conversation, moving from basic concepts to more intricate details. Tune in to this podcast for a guided tour through a world of sound most people walk right past, and you might just find yourself listening to your surroundings in a completely new way.
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