Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Jeff McMahon, who notes that he’s just published a new piece on his blog, the Herculodge. In it, he explores why listening to classical music on a high-performance radio feels so much more engaging than streaming the same content digitally. Jeff draws compelling parallels between the tactile, skillful nature of tuning a radio and the appreciation of mechanical watches, highlighting how both offer a sense of ritual, authenticity, and independence. It’s a great read! Check it out here.
Author Archives: Thomas
Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Report and Recording of Voice of Korea (February 22, 2025)
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist, Carlos Latuff, who shares illustrated radio listening report of a recent Voice of Korea broadcast.
Carlos notes:
Press statement of Information Office Chief at DPRK Ministry of National Defence, Voice of Korea, DPRK, 12015 kHz, listened in Porto Alegre, Brazil.
Click here to view on YouTube.
Bonus Vídeo: Voice of Korea in Russian
New Test Transmissions from Texas Radio Shortwave – Special QSLs Available!
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor Terry Colgan of Texas Radio Shortwave, who writes:
TEXAS RADIO SHORTWAVE TEST BROADCASTS – MARCH 1-2 ON 6070 KHZ & 9670 KHZ
Listener Reports Needed!
In addition to our regular monthly programs, we’ll conduct test broadcasts to improve our reach. Listener reports are crucial in determining whether we should adjust our schedule for April and beyond.
Test Schedule:
6070 kHz – Europe
-
- Saturday, March 1, at 1600 UTC
- Sunday, March 2, at 1200 UTC
Purpose: We are considering replacing 3955 kHz due to severe audio interference from another transmitter at Channel 292. If 6070 kHz provides better reception, we’ll make the switch.
9670 kHz – North America
-
- Sunday, March 2, at 2300 UTC
Purpose: We are considering replacing our early morning UTC transmissions with late-night ones if the latter provides better reception.
Listener Reports & Special QSL Cards
We’ll issue a unique verification for accurate reports on these test transmissions and our standard QSL for regular programming. We don’t know what the test QSL will look like, but we promise it will be a great addition to your collection!
To submit a report, listen for at least 20 minutes and email your reception details to [email protected].
Your feedback is essential in shaping our future broadcasts. Thanks for tuning in and supporting Texas Radio Shortwave!
73.
Terry N5RTC
Texas Radio Shortwave
Broadcasting on Channel 292 and streaming on Mixcloud
www.facebook.com/texasradiosw
www.mixcloud.com/live/texasradiosw/
www.channel292.de
Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Report and Recording of Radio 2 (February 19, 2025)
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist, Carlos Latuff, who shares illustrated radio listening report of a recent Radio 2 broadcast.
Carlos notes:
Trump designates Mexican cartels as terrorists, Radio 2, Rosario, Argentina, 1230 kHz AM.
Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Report and Recording of Vatican Radio (February 18, 2025)
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist, Carlos Latuff, who shares illustrated radio listening report of a recent Vatican Radio broadcast.
Carlos notes:
Pope Francis continuing to call Gaza parish from hospital. Vatican Radio, Rome, 11870 kHz.
Carlos’ Illustrated Radio Listening Report and Recordings of Radio Nikkei 1 and 2 (February 18, 2025)
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor and noted political cartoonist, Carlos Latuff, who shares illustrated radio listening report of recent Radio Nikkei 1 and 2 broadcasts.
Click here to view on YouTube.
March 2025 Schedule Updates: From the Isle of Music & Uncle Bill’s Melting Pot
Many thanks to SWLing Post contributor, Bill Tilford, who shares the following update:
From the Isle of Music, March 2025
March’s program will be a Cuban dance party featuring some of our favorite charanga orchestras:
Friday, March 7:
3955 kHz at 2200 UTC
Saturday, March 8:
3955 kHz at 1800 UTC simulcasted with 9670 kHz using beam E-F (repeat of March 7 episode).
Uncle Bill’s Melting Pot, March 2025
March’s program will feature mainly music from Corsica and will air as follows:
Friday, March 14:
3955 kHz at 2200 UTC
Saturday, March 15:
3955 at 1800 UTC simulcasted with 9670 using beam E-F (repeat of March 14 episode).
**In addition to direct radio reception, we do honor reception reports using remote SDRs as long as the whole program is described and which SDR is specified.







