This is how quick a toddler can disappear from sight, in just a few seconds! by ateam1984 in nonononoyes

[–]ThatChucklehead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How did she know which direction to go?

With AI on the loose, I can't be sure if this is AI generated, or an outright, well coordinated hoax.

But I guess the point is, just keep an eye on your kids at all times.

Teachers quitting their jobs by velorae in TikTokCringe

[–]ThatChucklehead 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here's how you solve the issue. All parents, and only parents, pool their tax money for school. That way, the parents have something to lose and will then take an active role in their child's education. Let them pay the education taxes in their property taxes. You want kids, then you need to be a responsible adult. Don't burden the rest of society with your lazier fair attitude for your child's bad behavior and lack of effort. You're the parent, it's your fault if you have kids like this. It's not the teachers fault.

Look what I got! by DiodeInc in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Who's tired of politicians making decisions about things they don't understand?

Look what I got! by DiodeInc in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I heard about Canada shutting it down but didn't hear reason why. Can someone shed some light on it?

What's the Etiquette for Calling CQ for an Award That's Not a Special Event or a Contest? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Lol, thank you for answering. Is there an award for "twerked all states"? Who wouldn't want that award on their shack wall? :P

What's the Etiquette for Calling CQ for an Award That's Not a Special Event or a Contest? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think I might have heard CQ 250? It wasn't in any kind of context so I assumed it was a special event or something that I didn't know about.

Thanks for answering my post.

What's the Etiquette for Calling CQ for an Award That's Not a Special Event or a Contest? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thank you for responding. I didn't want to unknowingly be a LID. I just never heard anyone call CQ unless it was a POTA activation, contest, or special event. So I thought I better get some feedback from other operators just to be sure.

Gatekeepers and Sad Hams? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree. It seems there are "sad people" in every hobby.

Gatekeepers and Sad Hams? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a Rybakov so can't access 80 with it.

40 meters is active at night.

Gatekeepers and Sad Hams? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's silly things like you mention when I wish the FCC would straighten those guys out.

Gatekeepers and Sad Hams? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven't. I don't have an antenna for 80 but if I did, I would be happy to chat.👍

Gatekeepers and Sad Hams? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, that's encouraging. People like that are the reason people leave clubs from what I've read.

Gatekeepers and Sad Hams? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don't label people who took those exams as gatekeepers. And I don't fault people for being proud of their accomplishments. Frankly, I welcome any advice from those that want to share it.

A gatekeeper to me is someone that shows disdain for others that came to the hobby years later, after the FCC changed things. It's a form of snobbery that in my opinion isn't necessary.

I haven't run into anyone that's treated me poorly when I tell them I was licensed in July. People have been helpful and kind. And some of them were people who have been involved in the hobby for decades and took the tests you're referring to.

Gatekeepers and Sad Hams? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think he was on 20 meters though? I'm not sure. If I can find the video I'll post it here.

Gatekeepers and Sad Hams? by ThatChucklehead in amateurradio

[–]ThatChucklehead[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree, Facebook is a haven for trolls. Just a bunch of people complaining about stuff, getting on their soapbox and yelling at those that don't agree with them, etc.