QZJ

SA6MWA

QZJ is a podcast about radio communication from a preparedness and total defense perspective, set against the backdrop of the current High Frequency (shortwave) renaissance and associated Mission Command tactics. The podcast specifically focuses on activities within C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance). QZJ covers topics such as amateur radio (ham radio), long-range reconnaissance, CW (Morse code) with training material, encryption, NATO and defense issues - but also survival, outdoor life, and home preparedness (prepping), along with real-world experiences and reflections on electronic and cyber warfare in the modern vulnerable society.

  1. C4ISR Stories: Command and Control - The Summit

    2025-08-19

    C4ISR Stories: Command and Control - The Summit

    This is the first episode in a series of six illustrating the disciplines and activities of C4ISR through short fictional stories. In this story, a single mountaineering group tackles a climb to a summit. They must rely on intent, discipline, and trust in their leader’s decisions. A fictional civilian scenario illustrates the essence of command and control: setting direction, maintaining clarity, and adapting when plans meet reality. Scientific references Green, M. C., & Brock, T. C. (2000). The role of transportation in the persuasiveness of public narratives. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 79(5), 701–721. Green, M. C., & Appel, M. (2024). Narrative Transportation: How Stories Shape How We See Ourselves and the World. Annual Review of Psychology, 75, 131–153. Stephens, G. J., Silbert, L. J., & Hasson, U. (2010). Speaker–listener neural coupling underlies successful communication. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 107(32), 14425–14430. Hinyard, L. J., & Kreuter, M. W. (2007). Using narrative communication as a tool for health behavior change: a conceptual, theoretical, and empirical overview. Health Education & Behavior, 34(5), 777–792. Thistlethwaite, J. E., et al. (2012). The effectiveness of case-based learning in health professional education. A BEME systematic review. Medical Teacher, 34(6), e421–e444. Brown, J. S., Collins, A., & Duguid, P. (1989). Situated cognition and the culture of learning. Educational Researcher, 18(1), 32–42. McGaugh, J. L. (2000). Memory—a century of consolidation. Science, 287(5451), 248–251. McGaugh, J. L. (2004). The amygdala modulates the consolidation of memories of emotionally arousing experiences. Annual Review of Neuroscience, 27, 1–28. Paivio, A. (1991). Dual coding theory: Retrospect and current status. Canadian Journal of Psychology, 45(3), 255–287. (00:29) C4ISR (01:14) Storytelling (03:32) C2: The Summit (21:18) After Action Review (30:34) Final words

    32 min
  2. Switching to English

    2025-07-29

    Switching to English

    This episode is about the evolution of Quebec Zulu Juliett as it shifts from Swedish to English and broadens its scope within the C4ISR domain — Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance. Host Mike (SA6MWA) reflects on why he’s making the change, critiques Sweden’s defense posture and procurement system, and previews future topics such as: Terrain-tactical HF radio communication (the Zenith Concept) The shortcomings of traditional defense acquisition models Agile frameworks applied to mission command Radio communication in contested environments The crossover between IT, defense, and resistance and resilience planning Survival and outdoor life He also shares his background in cybersecurity and naval systems, thoughts on Cassandra syndrome and prediction backlash, and why folding his Everything As Code podcast into QZJ just makes sense. If you’re interested in modern defense communication, decentralized command philosophies, or how AI and software are reshaping military systems, this episode sets the stage for everything that’s coming next. Contact Mike at sa6mwa@gmail.com. Links https://qzj.se https://qzj.se/audio/qzj029-english https://www.youtube.com/Utes%C3%A4ndaren Cogs Of War (On Spotify) 73 DE SA6MWA (00:00) Intro (00:25) C4ISR (01:59) The switch (04:13) Cassandra (05:42) Everything As Code (06:26) Defense procurement (07:48) What to expect (11:10) Next episode (12:57) Contact

    14 min

Om

QZJ is a podcast about radio communication from a preparedness and total defense perspective, set against the backdrop of the current High Frequency (shortwave) renaissance and associated Mission Command tactics. The podcast specifically focuses on activities within C4ISR (Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance). QZJ covers topics such as amateur radio (ham radio), long-range reconnaissance, CW (Morse code) with training material, encryption, NATO and defense issues - but also survival, outdoor life, and home preparedness (prepping), along with real-world experiences and reflections on electronic and cyber warfare in the modern vulnerable society.