https://webkiwisdrswl.blogspot.com/ SWL and BCL of International AM radios on shortwave and medium wave; I listen via WEB SDR in the Netherlands. I am SWL F14368 Frank. I write a few articles about shortwave listening.

jeudi 1 octobre 2026

Chinaradioswl: Trans World Radio 15105 Eswatini

Chinaradioswl: Trans World Radio 15105 Eswatini: swlradiosonsw: Trans World Radio 15105 Eswatini :  SIO 333 Eswatini (ex  Swaziland) 15105  Trans World Radio 15:32 16:21 .23456. Tigrinya 1 ...



Chinaradioswl: How to use the WEB SDR in Twente Netherlands to li...

Chinaradioswl: How to use the WEB SDR in Twente Netherlands to li...:   http://websdr.ewi.utwente.nl:8901/ The system is currently composed of a "Mini-Whip" antenna, a homebuilt SDR board (as pictured...



Chinaradioswl: Free book for SWL and BCL in PDF by N2EI

Chinaradioswl: Free book for SWL and BCL in PDF by N2EI:     https://www.naswa.net/images/Radio_Monitoring_A_How_To_Guide.pdf https://www.naswa.net/journal/areybook https://swling.com/ FREE in PDF ...



Chinaradioswl: Europe on medium wave FREE book

Chinaradioswl: Europe on medium wave FREE book:  https://bdxc.org.uk/europeMW.pdf



ICOMJAPAN: Europe on medium wave FREE book

ICOMJAPAN: Europe on medium wave FREE book: Chinaradioswl: Europe on medium wave FREE book :  https://bdxc.org.uk/europeMW.pdf



mercredi 30 septembre 2026

ICOMJAPAN: How to use the great web site SHORT WAVE INFO ?

ICOMJAPAN: How to use the great web site SHORT WAVE INFO ?:  For me its the most easy way if you have a computer to know where to find a radio station on shortwave. http://www.short-wave.info/index.ph...



Chinaradioswl: Some links for listeners SWL SW MW LW Pirates

Chinaradioswl: Some links for listeners SWL SW MW LW Pirates:  Some old articles who was on my blogs in the past  MW Propagation for local radio stations or DXers https://web.archive.org/web/20231123064...



Nice collection of AM radios QSL cards

 https://f10255.fr/dxcc/bc/bc.htm




ICOMJAPAN: Listen the world for FREE on your computer ( SW an...

ICOMJAPAN: Listen the world for FREE on your computer ( SW an...: WHy use a web or kiwi SDR on a computer ??? Many listeners in the world have QRM problems, no antenna outside or on the roof. So if they hav...



ICOMJAPAN: How to make a very serious antenna for shortwave l...

ICOMJAPAN: How to make a very serious antenna for shortwave l...:  If you prefer to buy your SWL antenna go part 2 please You can find a lot of informations in this free PDF book Chapter 13  Page 284 http:/...



ICOMJAPAN: FREE in PDF The Ham Radio Handbook by W6PNF and ma...

ICOMJAPAN: FREE in PDF The Ham Radio Handbook by W6PNF and ma...: Hello i am Frank SWL F14368 in may 2023 i have find on internet many books and magazines about radio, HAM radio, SWL and CB radio. they are ...



BCL Shortwave Bulletin is produced in Sweden

 


https://www.dxinfo.se/

mardi 29 septembre 2026

Monthly Shortwave Magazine, September 2026 issue (Japan)

 https://www5a.biglobe.ne.jp/~BCLSWL/TA2609.html



MW Propagation for local radio stations or DX

 http://tvignaud.free.fr



World radio stations map

 https://www.sramp.com/worldradiomap/




Tropical Bands Frequency Guide

 Tropical Bands

Frequency Guide

https://drive.google.com/.../1j9VQkJ1tLw_ssGUd_hMNI9.../view



Radio waves Int. is QRT because DJ Philippe died in June 2026

 

Philippe was 71 years old

RWI was a pirate radio for many years, broadcasting from north of France

Radio Waves International a commencé ses émissions le 13 novembre 1983 sur 6250 kHz.
Reflétant les goûts des animateurs, ce qui est la moindre des choses pour une radio libre, la programmation est constituée de variété française et surtout, de country music.
Avec ses émetteurs, Radio Waves a été entendue dans les bandes des 48, 41 et 26 mètres. Au cours des années 80 et 90, elle a relayé plusieurs stations françaises et étrangères.
Pour améliorer son confort d'écoute, RWI a été successivement relayée par Radio Milano International sur 7295 kHz, IRRS Milan sur 3985 et 7120 kHz, puis Riga en Lettonie sur 9290 kHz avant le démantèlement de ce centre émetteur.
Toujours présente en OC, Radio Waves est également audible sur Internet grâce au Pirate Radio Network.




BCL Peter's DX Corner MW listener

 As I am approaching 200 radio countries verified (using EDXC definition) I did a thorough review to see where I really stood.

Below a list by country, the first station received from that country and the month/year I received the QSL (when that was not available I defaulted to the reception date).

In total: 198 radio countries verified. Latest country: British Virgin Islands, March 2025.
4 countries QSL-ed received from a location that was not my home QTH (3 from Curacao, one on a biketrip through the Alpes) see footnote below.


https://petersdxcorner.nl/

BCL i listen to a few rare radio stations

 





🗼Station: Radio Andorra
♒️Frequency: 7515 Khz , 41 meters
📡Transmiter: Gavar, Armenia 🇦🇲
🔋Power: 100 kW
🗣Language: French
SIO 555 at 23:14 UTC listen via WEB SDR in Netherlands

HF Underground best place for BCL and SWL

 https://www.facebook.com/groups/hfunderground/



Voice of Independent Myanmar

 

https://eng.mizzima.com/2026/08/09/37282

https://swling.com/blog/2026/08/the-voice-of-independent-myanmar-a-new-shortwave-broadcast-providing-news-to-myanmar/

Small SW radio stations in Europe

 




BCL Radio philately stamps

 https://www.wwdxc.de/philatelie/afars%20und%20issas/index.php



irateradio maybe the best YouTube channel for BCL

 https://www.youtube.com/@irateradioarchive



Radio Stations in the United Kingdom

 https://bdxc.org.uk/ukam.pdf




mardi 22 septembre 2026

List of items and equipment for the 72-hour emergency kit

List of items and equipment for the 72-hour emergency kit (this list was made for France)

Here is a list of essential items and equipment to include in this emergency kit, which should be kept easily accessible. Prepare your emergency kit now and remember to check its contents regularly.


a battery-operated radio (with spare batteries) to follow official instructions




NOAA Weather Radio broadcasts continuously on one of seven specific VHF-FM frequencies ranging from 162.400 to 162.550 MHz. [1, 2]
The 7 NOAA Frequencies
  • 162.400 MHz
  • 162.425 MHz
  • 162.450 MHz
  • 162.475 MHz
  • 162.500 MHz
  • 162.525 MHz
  • 162.550 MHz [1]
Key Details
  • Equipment Needed: You need a VHF receiver, weather radio, or scanner capable of tuning into the 162.400–162.550 MHz band. Standard AM/FM home radios will not work. [1, 2, 3]
  • Channel Designations: Consumer radios often label these frequencies as channels WX1 through WX7, though the channel numbers have no official standard order. [1, 2]






a first-aid kit (alcohol, bandages, gauze pads, etc.)


basic tools (multi-tool, can opener, etc.)


non-perishable food that does not require cooking (canned goods, baby food, pet food, etc.)


warm clothing and an emergency blanket


a flashlight (with spare batteries), candles, and a lighter or matches


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a mobile phone charger


prescription glasses (spare pair)


basic medications and current prescriptions


cash (ATMs may not be working)


an ample supply of drinking water


photocopies of essential documents in a waterproof pouch (ID card, prescriptions, etc.)


spare house and car keys


games to pass the time


Store the bag in an easily accessible place and check the kit's contents once a year, paying particular attention to the expiration dates of medications and food items. Also, replace the batteries.


Finally, if you use the kit, remember to restock it!




  1. Generators (Good ones are expensive. Fuel storage is risky. They are noisy, a target for thieves, and pose maintenance problems, etc.)
  2. Water filters and purifiers
  3. Portable toilets
  4. Dry firewood. To be usable, the wood must dry for between 6 and 12 months.
  5. Lamp oil, wicks, lamps (first, buy clear oil. If this is scarce, stock up on all you can find!)
  6. "Coleman fuel." You can never have too much of it.
  7. Weapons, ammunition, tear gas, knives, clubs, bats and slingshots.
  8. Hand can openers, hand kitchen whisks.
  9. Honey, syrups, white and brown sugar.
  10. Rice, beans, wheat
  11. Vegetable oil (for cooking). Without oil, food burns/must be boiled, etc…
  12. Coal, lighter fluid (will suddenly become scarce)
  13. Containers (to be obtained urgently). Any size. For small containers: HARD, CLEAR PLASTIC ONLY. If for drinking, ensure it is food-grade plastic.
  14. Mini gas heater (otherwise propane won't be able to heat a room)
  15. Grain mill (manual)
  16. Propane cylinders (urgent: a real shortage will occur)
  17. A survival manual
  18. Sleeves: Aladdin, Coleman, etc… (Without this, it will be difficult to gain insight in the long term)

  1. Baby supplies: diapers, formula, creams, aspirin, etc…
  2. Washboards, bucket and dishcloth, with wringer (for laundry)
  3. Stoves (propane, Coleman, and kerosene)
  4. Vitamins
  5. Gas cylinder holder (urgent: without it, using small gas cylinders is dangerous)
  6. Feminine hygiene, hair and skin care products
  7. Warm underwear (top and bottom)
  8. Hand saws, axes and hatchets, wedges (also: sharpening oil)
  9. Food-grade aluminum, standard and thick (excellent for cooking and bartering)
  10. Gasoline cans (plastic and metal)
  11. Trash bags (you can never have too many)
  12. Toilet paper, Kleenex, paper towels
  13. Milk, powdered and concentrated (stir the concentrated milk every 3 to 4 months)
  14. Seeds for gardening (non-hybrid), A MUST
  15. Clothes pegs, clotheslines, hangers
  16. Coleman Pump Repair Kit
  17. Tuna in oil
  18. Fire extinguishers (or…a large box of baking soda in each room)
  19. First aid kit
  20. Batteries (buy those with the latest expiration date)
  21. Garlic, spices and vinegar, cooking appliances
  22. Large dogs (and lots of dog food)
  23. Flour, yeast and salt
  24. Matches (preferably those that light anywhere). Boxed matches will go first.
  25. Paper, notepads, pencils, solar calculators
  26. Coolers (useful for preventing things from freezing in winter)
  27. Boots, belts, Levi's jeans, and sturdy shirts
  28. Electric torches, flashlights, lightsticks, lanterns "No. 76 Dietz"
  29. Logbooks, diaries and albums (for taking notes, recording impressions, recounting an experience, historical moments)
  30. Plastic bins (excellent for storage, water, and transport if they have wheels)
  31. Men's hygiene: shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash, dental floss, nail clippers, etc…
  32. Cast iron cookware (solid, efficient)
  33. Fishing equipment
  34. Mosquito coils, products, sprays and creams
  35. Reinforced adhesive
  36. Tarps, stakes, string, small and large nails, rope
  37. Candles
  38. Liquid laundry detergent
  39. Backpacks, packing bags
  40. Garden tools
  41. Scissors, fabric and sewing supplies
  42. Canned fruits, vegetables, soup, stew, etc…
  43. Bleach (pure, NOT perfumed: 4 to 6% sodium hypochlorite)
  44. Canning equipment (jars, lids, wax)
  45. Knives and sharpening tools: files, stones, steel
  46. Bicycles…tires, inner tubes, pumps, chains, etc…
  47. Sleeping bags, blankets, pillows, mattresses
  48. Carbon monoxide alarm (battery operated)
  49. Board games, playing cards, dice
  50. Rat poison, mouse poison, cockroach poison
  51. Mouse, ant and cockroach traps
  52. Paper plates, cups, utensils (stock up on what you can)
  53. Baby wipes, oils, waterless and antibacterial soap (saves a lot of water)
  54. Rain gear, rubber boots, etc…
  55. Shaving supplies: razors, creams, talcum powder, aftershave)
  56. Hand pumps and siphons (for water and fuel)
  57. Soy sauce, vinegar, broth, meat gravy, soup
  58. Reading glasses
  59. Chocolate, cocoa, tang… (to improve the taste of water)
  60. Survival kit
  61. Clothing, scarves, earmuffs, wool mittens
  62. Scout Manual and Leaders Catalog
  63. Window insulation kit (MANCO)
  64. Wholemeal biscuits, savory biscuits, pretzels, mixed dried fruit
  65. Popcorn, peanut butter, walnuts, hazelnuts
  66. Socks, underwear, T-shirts, etc…(extras)
  67. Wood (all types)
  68. Carts and wagons (for transporting objects from one place to another)
  69. Camp beds and inflatable mattresses
  70. Work gloves, cold-weather gloves, gardening gloves, etc…
  71. Lantern hanger
  72. Window patches, glue, nails, screws, nuts, bolts
  73. Tea
  74. Coffee
  75. Cigarettes
  76. Wine, liquors (for bribes and medical treatment)
  77. Paraffin
  78. Glue, nails, nuts, bolts, screws, etc…
  79. Chewing gum, candy
  80. Atomizers (for refreshing and cleansing)
  81. Cotton hats and scarves
  82.  Goats, chickens and other easy-to-raise animals
  83. A shortwave radio with SSB, FM, AM, NOAA for MW, SW radio stations and SSB or CW on SW 40 to 10 meter (amateur radio). If you are a ham, your TX, HF, VHF, UHF, antenna, and power supply, generator.









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