Spin the Random Topic Wheel (Segment 1)

• Making the Most of Ham Radio Conventions

This Weekend in Hedonism (Segment 2)

• Cheryl's Recipe Corner!

• Mushroom Ravioli with Gorgonzola Cream Sauce

• Description
  • I served this for dinner last week, and Russ fell in love with it and requested that I share the recipe with everyone! It's very tasty.

• Ingredients
  • 1 package (19 ounces) "Johnsonville" Italian Sausage Links, cooked and then cut into slices.
  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream (an extra cup may be needed to thin the sauce)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 heavy pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
  • 1 package (18 ounces) "Rana Family" Mushroom Ravioli (in grocers refrigerated case) (or substitute your favorite ravioli)
  • 5 ounces crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
  • 2 tablespoons parsley
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Parsley to garnish

• Directions
  • Place a heavy skillet over medium heat.  Place whole sausages into skillet and cook until lightly browned.  Add 1/2 cup water and simmer links for 10 minutes.  Remove links and set aside for the moment.  Dump out water and wipe skillet out.  Return skillet to heat and pour cream into skillet, bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally. Season with salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Pour ravioli into boiling water and cook, stirring occasionally, for approximately 5 minutes. While pasta is cooking, slice sausage links and then add the sliced sausage to the cream mixture.  Mix in Gorgonzola and Parmesan, and stir until melted.  Once pasta is cooked, drain and gently stir it into the Gorgonzola Mixture. Place pasta mixture into serving bowl and garnish with additional parsley.  Serve with garlic bread.

• Cheryl's Mixed Drink Corner

• Bellini

• Description
  • An easy Bellini recipe!  I'm a huge fan of Bellini's, and this is great for summer... or for something sweet after a nice Italian dinner.

• Ingredients
  • 1 Bottle (3 Cups) Prosecco
  • 3 Cups Frozen Sliced Peaches
  • 1/2 Cup Peach Juice or Nectar (Optional)
  • Fresh sliced peaches (optional - garnish)

• Directions
  • Add the Prosecco, peaches, and peach juice to a blender. Cover and blend on high speed for 1-2 minutes until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve immediately garnished with fresh peach slices if desired. NOTE:  Prosecco is standard, however, you can use any sparkling wine or champagne that you like best for this cocktail.

• Russ's Drink Corner

• 13th Colony Southern Bourbon

• Description
  • 13th Colony Southern Bourbon is recognized by winning multiple Double-Gold awards. It boasts of a smooth, well-rounded flavor with a slightly sweet finish. Bottled at 95 proof, this unique bottle is a perfect daily sipper. Aged 4 to 6 years.

• Details
  • Mashbill: 70% corn, 21% rye, 9% malted barley
  • Proof: 95 (47.5% ABV)
  • Region: Americus, Georgia
  • Color: Golden amber
  • Nose: Corn, honey, creme brulee, vanilla, salted butterscotch
  • Taste: Sweet corn, leather, cinnamon, tobacco, cherry
  • Finish: Salted caramel, 
  • Price: $45 (750ml)
  • Rating: 89

• Bill's Whatever Corner

• Mountains Walking Brewing - Bozeman, MT
  • Experimental Series - Opaque Thoughts
  • 7.5% IPA

Segment 3 (Announcements & Feedback)

• Hamvention 2024 Fundraiser
  • Source: https://lhs.fyi/hv2024

Segment 4 (New Subscribers, New Supporters & Live Participants)

• Subscribers and Patreons
  • Rodney Underkoffler

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• Discord
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• Live Chat
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  • Paul, KE5WMA

Segment 2 (Amateur Radio)

• AO-92 Likely Meets Fiery Demise in Earth's Atmosphere
  • Source: https://lhs.fyi/F0 (AMSAT)

• The First Amateur Radio Station on the Moon, JS1YMG, is Now Transmitting
  • Source: https://lhs.fyi/F2 (ARRL)

• Magic Band Revealed
  • Source: https://lhs.fyi/F6 (K5ND Blog)

Segment 3 (Open Source)

• Ubuntu 24.04 to Use Kernel Version 6.8
  • Source: https://lhs.fyi/F4 (OMG Ubuntu)

• Crafty Controller
  • Source: https://lhs.fyi/F8 (Crafty Controller)

• SparkyLinux harbors a flamboyant array of desktops
  • Source: https://lhs.fyi/Ev (The Register)

Segment 4 (Linux in the Ham Shack)

• 4MLinux Non-Review
  • LHS Readiness Score: 0.1

• SparkyLinux GameOver Edition Review(?)
  • LHS Readiness Score: TBD

Segment 5 (Announcements & Feedback)

• LHS Hamvention GoFundMe is Live
  • Source: https://lhs.fyi/hv2024

Segment 6 (New Subscribers, New Supporters & Live Participants)

• Mastodon
  • @kenharrington
  • @kg4sdr

• YouTube
  • user-kl7vm6zy4k

• Discord
  • Kalph

• Live Chat
  • Ryan, M0PUN
  • Tom, N4HAI
  • Jill, K1TTZ
  • Ted, WA0EIR
  • Steve, KA7HVT
  • Winston, KD2WLL
  • Tony, K4XSS
  • Darren, VK6EK
  • Joel, KC0YEW

Segment 1 (Deep Dive)

• Tailscale

• Tailscale creates a private network ("tailnet") between your devices (laptops, phones, servers, etc.) that encrypts all communication, keeping your data secure even when on public Wi-Fi. Peer-to-peer mesh network: Unlike traditional VPNs that route traffic through central servers, Tailscale devices connect directly to each other, often resulting in faster and more reliable connections. It's like building your own private internet for your devices. Here are some key benefits of using Tailscale:
  • Security: Strong encryption protects your data and ensures privacy.
  • Speed and reliability: Direct connections avoid the bottlenecks of central servers, leading to faster and more stable connections.
  • Ease of use: Simple setup and management, even for non-technical users.
  • Flexibility: Works on various devices and operating systems, and seamlessly integrates with existing networks.
  • Control: Granular access control and management features for administrators.
    • Overall, Tailscale is a user-friendly VPN solution that simplifies secure networking across all your devices. Its unique mesh architecture and intuitive design make it a popular choice for individuals, businesses, and remote teams.

• Resources
  • Source: https://lhs.fyi/Eh
  • Additional Resources;
    • https://lhs.fyi/EX (Mullvad)
    • https://lhs.fyi/Ek (Headscale)

Segment 2 (Announcements & Feedback)

• Hamvention Croundfunding Campaign Will Open on February 1st

• Shout out to Stuart, VE3RGO

Segment 3 (New Subscribers, New Supporters & Live Participants)

• Subscribers and Patreons
  • Joel, KC0YEW

• Facebook
  • Richard Ainsworth
  • Jaime Anjos
  • Jeffrey Eide

• Twitter / X
  • @mgdell (Mike Dell, K8LMJ)
  • @sekolea80647

• YouTube
  • Curt Lewis

• Discord
  • 9M2PJU
  • hd
  • zub

• Instagram
  • 7x2jv_noury

• Mastodon
  • @Linux
  • @w5dwa

• Live Chat
  • Jill, K1TTZ
  • Tony, K4XSS
  • Steve, KJ5T
  • Ted, WA0EIR
  • Mike, K6GTE
  • Cemaxecuter

Spin the Random Topic Wheel (Segment 1)

• A Brief Review of the Yaesu FT-710

This Weekend in Hedonism (Segment 2)

• Cheryl's Recipe Corner!

• Poor Man's Prime Rib

• Description
  • Prime Rib is one of those meats that most folks like (especially with Au Jus or Horseradish Dipping Sauces).  BUT, to order it in a restaurant is expensive and even buying the meat to prepare at home isn't cheap.  BUT, today I am sharing a more inexpensive cut of meat that makes a suitable substitution!

• Ingredients
  • 3 pound beef eye of round roast
  • 1 stick butter, softened
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder (or minced garlic)
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Thyme (Optional)
  • Herbes de Provence (Optional)

• Directions
  • Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Let roast come to room temperature (approximately 45 minutes).  Rinse roast and pat dry with paper towels. Mix butter with desired seasonings.  Spread all over the roast. Place roast in baking pan or baking dish, on top of a rack (to keep it out of the pan drippings); DO NOT add liquid to the baking pan/dish.  Put the roast in the oven at 500, for 5 minutes per pound, then turn the oven off and let it set in the oven for 2 hours. DO NOT open the oven during the 2 hours (this will ideally produce a medium rare piece of meat). After 2 hours take it out of the oven a let rest for 15 minutes before slicing. Serve with Au Jus. Rare Meat: Remove the roast when the internal temperature reaches 110 F. The final temperature will be about 120 F. Medium-Rare Meat: Remove the roast when the internal temperature reaches 120 F. The final temperature will be about 130 F. Medium Meat: Remove the roast when the internal temperature reaches 130 F. The final temperature will be about 140 F.

• Ingredients (Au Jus Sauce)
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 quart (4 cups) beef broth, cold

• Directions (Au Jus Sauce)
  • Melt butter over medium heat in a small skillet.  Add the flour. Cook, while stirring, for 5 minutes to form a roux or paste. Pour in the beef broth and whisk.  Increase the heat to high and cook the sauce, whisking often, for 10 minutes or until it reduces and thickens slightly.

• Ingredients (Horseradish Sauce)
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons prepared horseradish, drained
  • 3 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

• Directions (Horseradish Sauce)
  • Whisk all the ingredients together in a bowl. Refrigerate until chilled.

• Cheryl's Mixed Drink Corner

• French 75

• Description
  • The light and bubbly nature of the French 75 can provide a nice contrast to the rich and heavy flavors of beef. The lemon juice and sugar in the drink can also add a tart and sweet balance that can enhance the overall flavor profile of the dish. The bubbles in the drink can help to refresh the mouth and remove any lingering flavors or textures from the previous bite of the meat.

• Ingredients
  • 1 ounce gin
  • 1/2 ounce lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 3 ounces Champagne (or other sparkling wine)
  • Garnish: lemon twist

• Directions
  • Add the gin, lemon juice and simple syrup to a shaker with ice and shake until well-chilled. Strain into a Champagne flute. Top with the Champagne. Garnish with a lemon twist.

• Russ's Drink Corner

• Blue Note Uncut Juke Joint Whiskey

• Description
  • Here at Blue River Distilling Company, we focus solely on crafting, aging, bottling, and distributing the finest whiskey possible. Our products can be found in fine liquor stores, restaurants, and bars across the United States, as well as in a host of private-label bottles. Held by Blue River Distilling Company since 2018, DSP TN 21021 was licensed in 2014, making it the oldest distillery license in the city of Memphis. In June of 2019, the six-story rick house that stored much of Blue Note’s inventory collapsed in a terrible storm. Most barrels were destroyed immediately — and even more in the coming months exposed to weather and soaring summer heat. Amazingly, a small number of barrels survived the wreckage. Uncut and unfiltered, these limited bottles are a true expression of perseverance.

• Details
  • Mashbill: 70% corn, 21% rye, 9% malted barley
  • Proof: 123.9 (61.95% ABV)
  • Region: Memphis, Tennessee
  • Color: Light caramel
  • Nose: Caramel, sugared corn, lemon zest, toasted oak, honey, medicinal cherry, somewhat ethanol forward
  • Taste: Vanilla, cherry, mint, dusty black pepper, clove, sugary lemongrass, shows its proof 
  • Finish: Lingering oak, pepper and tart lemon
  • Price: $50 (750ml)
  • Rating: 84

• Bill's Whatever Corner

• Inama Carmenere Più 2021
  • Dark red color with blue-purple reflections.
  • Elegant nose of small dark berries, cocoa and black pepper. On the palate balanced with excellent freshness, fruity and spicy without tannic impediments. Carmenere – Merlot. 12 months in not new barriques.
  • $20-25

Segment 3 (Announcements & Feedback)

• Fundraising efforts for Hamvention will be starting soon!

Segment 4 (New Subscribers, New Supporters & Live Participants)

• Facebook
  • Scott Gamble
  • Riaan Greef
  • And multiple others...

• Instagram
  • dl1lep
  • 9k7_afw

• Mastodon
  • @potts
  • @extratian
  • @ground024
  • @kc2ihx
  • @F5NZY
  • @kentborg

• Discord
  • CHV7238
  • Brian KD8IOU (again)

• Live Chat
  • Steve, KA7HVT
  • Darren, VK6EK
  • Mike, K6GTE
  • Tony, K4XSS
  • Steve, KJ5T
  • Ted, WA0EIR