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Ham radio got its name from frustrated commercial radio operators calling the amateurs that disrupted their frequencies “hams” as a cheeky insult. [1] X Research source That’s also why, to operate ham, or amateur radio, today, you need a license! Thankfully, getting yours is fairly straightforward, and all it requires is a little studying before an exam, plus a small fee. We’ll walk you through it, as well as explain more about why a license is necessary and helpful.