Simplex Is Only Dead If You Don’t Key Up

What happens when you stop waiting for activity… and just create it?In this episode, we dig into the surprising momentum behind the 2 Meter FM Activity a 52 Day ChallengeWhat started as a fun idea quickly turned into a grassroots movement. Emails are still coming in. Operators are asking when the next one is. And suddenly? two meters simplex — don’t feel so quiet anymore.We talk about:Why 146.52 MHz (the 2m FM calling frequency) mattersHow “scarcity” and timing can ignite participationWhy calling CQ on simplex actually worksThe growing buzz around 2m simplex activityCreating events without contests, plaques, or pressureThe psychology of getting hams to actually key upThere’s something powerful about realizing that the bands aren’t dead — they’re just waiting for someone to start talking.We also share updates on the upcoming YL POTA Party live stream, listener Winlink messages, and how this community keeps pushing radio forward in creative ways.No big sponsors. No official sanctioning. Just operators deciding to make noise.If you’ve ever thought, “Nobody’s on simplex anymore,” this episode might change your mind.So here’s the challenge:Instead of asking where everyone is…Be the one who calls CQ.************************************Support the show:Buy Us a Beer: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lfhpodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/LiveFreeandHamPodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093543540309Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livefreeandham/************* Feedback and Questions! You can always leave us feedback on our voicemail line at 978-233-1142Affiliate:Live Free and Ham - 10% off all LFH Swag CODE: LFH10Reliance Antennas - 10% off and free shipping at https://www.relianceantennas.com/ CODE: LIVEFREEANDHAMHalibut Electronics - 10% discount on all purchases https://electronics.halibut.com/ of $25 or more, limited to three uses per listener. CODE: LIVEFREEANDHAM YouTube Channel:Live Free and Ham - @livefreeandhamEric (N1JUR) - @N1JUR Paul (N1OG) - @NovemberOneOscarGrouch Todd (W1STJ) - @W1STJ Swag/Shows/Updates:https://livefreeandham.comJoin our Discord:https://discord.com/invite/zas2cAVNPsIf you would also like to learn more about the hosts:Todd (W1STJ) - https://w1stj.comEric (N1JUR) - https://n1jur.comPaul (N1OG) - https://www.qrz.com/db/N1OG