What should I listen to on shortwave?

So, is shortwave radio the same as ham radio? Not exactly . Shortwave radio refers to the specific radio waves that radio hams use to transmit messages. A shortwave radio kit can receive messages in the HF (High Frequency), VHF (Very High Frequency) and UHF (Ultra High Frequency) wavelengths.

Besides their use in international broadcasting, shortwave radio frequencies and techniques are utilized to relay telephone and telegraph communications over great distances . Amateur radio stations and portable two-way radios also operate at shortwave frequencies.

Other shortwave radio stations US customers might listen to include: