Nice radio,
It seems to have a big following. Here is an interesting link I found on your radio. I'm impressed. When I get some spare cash, I'll search ebay. What kind of aerial setup you using. Have you done any Mods on it? (there are some tips on that link)
http://wiki.radioreference.com/index.php/Yaesu_FRG-7
I find the different perspective on current affairs across the globe somewhat enlightening.Such as the Swine flew or what not. Not that I like War or anything...listening to the media results on Shortwave can sometimes be like watching it on TV but with more insight. Also the cultures and influences one nation has compared to another kind of opens the mind. Although I am unable to understand the language of some stations, I will still listen to the music.
Then of course you can tune into the Ham side of things, which is another story. To that end, I think it rates better than reality tv.
PS...wonder how things will do with the onset of the predicted Solar flares around 2011...they keep putting it off? Going to be BIG flares this time round?