I’m Cliff Ravenscraft (KQ4UUR), a lifelong communicator who’s been podcasting since 2005. In 2024, I fulfilled a dream I’d carried since age 13 by finally becoming a licensed Amateur Radio operator. Since then, Cliff’s Notes on Amateur Radio has become my space to document this journey, sharing the joy, discoveries, and connections the hobby brings.

Here you’ll find stories from the field, lessons learned through experience, and meaningful conversations with operators from across the globe. Whether you’re just getting started, deeply experienced, or rediscovering your love for the hobby, this is a space to celebrate the wonder and connection that radio brings.