The Ultimate International Shortwave Broadcast Guide Summer 2017: Tune in to a World of Radio

Are you tired of the same old radio stations and craving something new and exciting? Look no further than the International Shortwave Broadcast Guide for Summer 2017. This comprehensive guide will take you on a journey around the world, allowing you to tune in to fascinating broadcasts from all corners of the globe.

What is Shortwave Radio?

Shortwave radio refers to a range of radio frequencies between 1.6 and 30 MHz. These frequencies enable long-distance communication, as they can bounce off the Earth's ionosphere and travel across continents, oceans, and even reach remote areas with limited infrastructure. Shortwave radio has been used for international broadcasting since the early 20th century, and it continues to provide a unique and captivating listening experience.

International Shortwave Broadcast Guide: Summer 2017

by Dominik Weishaupt(Kindle Edition)

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Why Tune in to Shortwave Radio?

Shortwave radio offers a plethora of benefits that make it a fascinating medium to explore:

• Global Reach: Unlike traditional AM/FM radio, shortwave broadcasts can be received around the world, providing a diverse range of programming.
• Cultural Exchange: Listening to shortwave radio allows you to experience different cultures, languages, and perspectives firsthand.
• News and Information: Many international broadcasters on shortwave offer unbiased news, alternative viewpoints, and in-depth analysis that may not be found in mainstream media.
• Emergency Communication: During times of crisis or natural disasters, shortwave radio is often relied upon for communication due to its resilience and global coverage.
• Radio DXing: Shortwave radio enthusiasts enjoy the challenge of searching for distant stations and collecting QSL cards as proof of reception.

International Shortwave Broadcast Guide Summer 2017

Now, let's dive into the International Shortwave Broadcast Guide for Summer 2017. This guide provides a comprehensive list of stations, frequencies, and schedules for various international broadcasters. So, grab your radio, put on your favorite headphones, and get ready to explore a world of radio waves!

Africa

In Africa, you can find a diverse range of programming, from news and current affairs to music and cultural shows. Some notable broadcasters include:

• Radio Africa International - Tune in to their daily broadcasts covering African politics, culture, and music at 15580 kHz.
• Voice of Nigeria - Stay updated on the latest news from Nigeria and the West African region at 9690 kHz.
• Radio Cairo - Discover the rich history and culture of Egypt with Radio Cairo's programs broadcasted at 9475 kHz.

Asia

Asia is a melting pot of cultures, and shortwave radio offers a unique window into the region. Here are a few stations to check out:

• All India Radio - Experience the vibrant music, Bollywood updates, and news from India at 11620 kHz.
• Radio Japan - Explore Japanese culture, traditions, and technology on Radio Japan's broadcasts at 11740 kHz.
• Voice of Korea - Get a glimpse into North Korean society, politics, and philosophy on Voice of Korea's transmissions at 9335 kHz.

Europe

Europe, with its rich history and diverse cultures, offers a wide array of programming choices. Tune in to these notable European broadcasters:

• BBC World Service - Stay informed on global events and enjoy a variety of programs on BBC World Service at 11995 kHz.
• Radio France International - Immerse yourself in French culture, arts, and music with Radio France International's broadcasts at 13720 kHz.
• Voice of Russia - Explore Russian literature, history, and music on Voice of Russia's transmissions at 12130 kHz.

North America

North America's shortwave broadcasters provide a range of programming catering to diverse interests. Check out these stations:

• Voice of America - Get a unique perspective on US politics, news, and culture by tuning in to Voice of America at 15580 kHz.
• Radio Canada International - Discover Canadian music, literature, and society with Radio Canada International's broadcasts at 9575 kHz.
• Radio Marti - Gain insights into Cuban culture, history, and current affairs on Radio Marti's transmissions at 7355 kHz.

The International Shortwave Broadcast Guide for Summer 2017 opens the door to a world of radio waves. Listening to shortwave radio offers an unparalleled experience, as it allows us to connect with cultures, discover alternative perspectives, and stay informed on global events. So, grab your radio, explore the frequencies, and embark on a journey through the airwaves this summer!

International Shortwave Broadcast Guide: Summer 2017

by Dominik Weishaupt(Kindle Edition)

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	9761 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Print length	:	678 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Hardcover	:	244 pages
Item Weight	:	1.3 pounds
Dimensions	:	7.2 x 0.9 x 9.8 inches
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE

Teak Publishing Company is pleased to offer for purchase the Summer 2017 International Shortwave Broadcast Guide (ISWBG) electronic book by Amazon bestselling author Gayle Van Horn, W4GVH. This all important semi-annual information resource is your electronic guide to the world of shortwave radio listening.

Shortwave radio listeners are routinely entertained with unique perspectives to events, music, culture, history, and news from other countries that you won’t see or hear on your local or national broadcast channels. Shortwave radio broadcast aren’t restricted by country borders or oceans, and can propagate thousands of miles, reaching millions of listeners worldwide, in over 300 different languages and dialects. These worldwide transmissions are monitored on internationally assigned radio frequencies between 1700 kHz and 30 MHz.

There are even broadcasts from the dark side, transmitted from broadcasters known as clandestine or clanny stations. Clandestine broadcasters are wrapped in mystery and intrigue, and they usually exist to bring about some sort of political change to the country they are targeting. Programming may largely be half-truths or sometimes even outright lies, but it is essentially propaganda for their cause.

Listeners who live in the United States can easily hear shortwave broadcast stations from Canada, China, Cuba, Egypt, France, Germany, India, Iran, Japan, New Zealand, North/South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam, and many other countries if you have an inexpensive shortwave radio receiver, and you know when and where to listen!

If you want to get in on the action, then this Amazon electronic book is your ticket to travel the world via radio. The ISWBG is a 24-hour station/frequency guide to “all” of the known longwave, selected mediumwave and shortwave radio stations currently broadcasting at time of publication. This unique radio hobby resource is the “only” radio hobby publication that has by-hour station schedules that include all language services, frequencies and world target areas.

New in this eighth edition of the ISWBG is an Surfing the Shortwave Radio Bands without a Radio, Summertime Listening on Shortwave. and a feature When News Breaks: Getting Your News from the Front Lines through streaming media.

There is also an expanded special feature - Who’s Who in the shortwave radio spectrum. This story covers services and frequencies outside the regular broadcast and amateur radio bands, and includes an updated exclusive Hot HF 1000+ non-broadcast frequency list.

Also included in this edition is increased frequency and station coverage of longwave broadcasters, selected medium wave broadcast frequencies used by international broadcasters, all known international standard time and frequency stations transmitting worldwide, and selected spy numbers broadcasts.

This new e-publication edition is a much expanded version of the English shortwave broadcast guide that was formerly published in the pages of the former Monitoring Times magazine for well over 20 years. This one of a kind e-book is published twice a year to correspond with shortwave station’s seasonal time and frequency changes.

The International Shortwave Broadcast Guide will have wide appeal to shortwave radio hobbyists, amateur radio operators, educators, foreign language students, news agencies, news buffs, or anyone interested in listening to a global view of news and major events as they happen.

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