In this episode, Andy talks with Deric Knight, owner of ZBM2 Industries, about his incredible journey from Navy radioman to successful entrepreneur.
Deric also makes radio communication practical and approachable for everyday families. You'll discover how radios can give kids greater independence, help families stay connected when cell service fails, and provide reliable communication during road trips, outdoor adventures, concerts, wildfires, and other emergencies.
Plus, Deric explains GMRS, ham radio, Meshtastic, MeshCore, mobile radios, and the easiest ways for beginners to get started. Whether you're a radio enthusiast or simply want another way to protect and connect your family. And you'll hear the story behind the ZBM2 name!
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00:00 Welcome
02:01 Meet Deric Knight
03:12 Navy Comms Background
05:51 Antenna Business Origin
08:32 How Many Orders???
13:45 Radios for Family Life
14:07 Kid Independence Without Phones
20:19 Meshtastic and Meshcore Basics
23:41 Building a Local Mesh Network
27:41 Getting Started With Mesh Devices
29:48 Learning GMRS and Ham Radio
31:33 Budget Radio Recommendations
32:56 BTech vs VGC Privacy
34:05 Start With Mobile Radio
35:16 Mapping Repeaters Plans
36:50 Handheld Frustrations
40:38 Comms Habits Coverage
41:56 Manpack Radio Nuance
46:19 ZBM2 Name Origin
49:02 FCC Rules Wish List
56:02 EDC Community Events
57:52 Where To Find ZBM2
59:21 Final Thoughts
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