Search a title or topic

Over 20 million podcasts, powered by 

Player FM logo
Artwork

Content provided by Caleb Nelson. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Caleb Nelson or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.
Player FM - Podcast App
Go offline with the Player FM app!

What is FRS and Why It Matters

11:52
 
Share
 

Manage episode 501120687 series 3567831
Content provided by Caleb Nelson. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Caleb Nelson or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In 1996, the FCC created the Family Radio Service (FRS) to give everyday families a simple, free, and legal way to stay connected.

You’ve probably seen these radios before — blister packs on the shelves at Walmart, Bass Pro, or Target promising 30 miles of range. The truth? They don’t go nearly that far, but they’ve kept families connected for decades.

In this first episode of our FRS Mini-Series, Caleb Nelson (K4CDN) shares:

  • The history of FRS and why the FCC gave it to the public

  • How blister-pack walkie talkies became household items in the 90s and 2000s

  • The real strengths of FRS (simple, free, license-free)

  • The real limits (range, fixed antennas, crowded channels)

  • Why FRS still matters in your family’s communication plan today

Whether you’ve already got a set sitting in a drawer or you’re new to radios, this episode will help you see FRS in a whole new light.

--Mentioned in this episode:

Listen, learn, and share this with someone who still thinks those blister-pack radios can go 35 miles.

  continue reading

26 episodes

Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 501120687 series 3567831
Content provided by Caleb Nelson. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Caleb Nelson or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

In 1996, the FCC created the Family Radio Service (FRS) to give everyday families a simple, free, and legal way to stay connected.

You’ve probably seen these radios before — blister packs on the shelves at Walmart, Bass Pro, or Target promising 30 miles of range. The truth? They don’t go nearly that far, but they’ve kept families connected for decades.

In this first episode of our FRS Mini-Series, Caleb Nelson (K4CDN) shares:

  • The history of FRS and why the FCC gave it to the public

  • How blister-pack walkie talkies became household items in the 90s and 2000s

  • The real strengths of FRS (simple, free, license-free)

  • The real limits (range, fixed antennas, crowded channels)

  • Why FRS still matters in your family’s communication plan today

Whether you’ve already got a set sitting in a drawer or you’re new to radios, this episode will help you see FRS in a whole new light.

--Mentioned in this episode:

Listen, learn, and share this with someone who still thinks those blister-pack radios can go 35 miles.

  continue reading

26 episodes

All episodes

×
 
Loading …

Welcome to Player FM!

Player FM is scanning the web for high-quality podcasts for you to enjoy right now. It's the best podcast app and works on Android, iPhone, and the web. Signup to sync subscriptions across devices.

 

Copyright 2025 | Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | | Copyright
Listen to this show while you explore
Play