# E1779: Is  Calling CQ  Only Used on HF?  Why?  Let's Discuss...

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Published: 2026-08-10T13:00:03+00:00
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## Resource

Part of my "Hot Topics" show, I am inviting multiple folks onto the channel tonight to talk about this topic that came up during the last episode in this series. Can we call CQ on VHF/UHF? What is your reason for saying yes or no? Join the chat tonight for a good discussion. Find the Hot Topics Show here - https://www.youtube.com/show/VLPLeTNcamnf_T4?sbp=Kgs1RFVBZXhyX3J2OEAB&sttick=0 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ham-radio-2-0--2042782/support .

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