Best Cbrs Podcasts (2026)

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What's the state of play for CBRS? 39:24

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26d ago39:24

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David Wright of Spectrum for the Future and Jason Wallin with the OnGo Alliance discuss how CBRS might be impacted as the FCC and NTIA look high and low for spectrum. They also explain whether the band is under siege or only mildly threatened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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How to Become a Venture Capitalist 31:14

10h ago31:14

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Getting into the venture-capital industry is hard. So how can you plan to break in if you don't have the relevant experience? Chicago Booth's Scott Meadow shares his advice for becoming a venture capitalist.

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Do gay men have a tougher time buying used cars? 26:42

6d ago26:42

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The stereotypical good negotiator is tough, assertive and dominant. When we think of those traits, we may well think of certain stereotypical kind of people who we think fit with that—and who doesn't fit. So how do people respond differently depending on who they think they're negotiating with? Chicago Booth's Erika Kirgios tells us about her resea…

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Marvel Slips, DCU Surges: The Power Rankings Shift | Heroes Journey Podcast EP 12 27:39

11d ago27:39

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Marvel vs DC power rankings return as leaked trailers, MCU marketing doubts, and DC momentum collide in our hype list for 2026 and beyond. On this episode of CBR's Heroes Journey Podcast, Sean O'Connell and Sierra Nutkevitch discuss a leaked Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer circulating online in near-pristine quality, and what that says about stud…

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Will alternative investments underperform? 25:39

13d ago25:39

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In recent decades, US pension and endowment funds have increasingly allocated funds to alternative investments such as private equity and venture capital. Will those investments pay off? Chicago Booth's Joe Pagliari tells us about his research on real-estate private-equity funds, and explains his concerns that they may not generate the returns that…

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Ookla's Mike Dano on spectrum sagas and WBD dramas 38:57

16d ago38:57

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Mike Dano, Light Reading's former mobile guy who's now at Ookla, joins the podcast to catch up on all of the intrigue involving mobile and spectrum and some thoughts about the ongoing battle for Warner Bros. Discovery. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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MCU Movies You Must Watch Before Avengers Doomsday & Trailer Breakdown | Heroes Journey EP 11 34:49

17d ago34:49

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The Avengers: Doomsday trailer is real, it’s in theaters, and it confirms a massive MCU return! In Episode 11 of the Heroes Journey Podcast, Sean O’Connell and Sierra Nutkevitch break down the Avengers: Doomsday trailer rollout (and why it's a marketing mess), then map out the essential MCU homework you actually need before Doomsday hits. Sean and …

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Managed Wi-Fi: cutting costs and boosting revenue 22:46

19d ago22:46

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Nokia's Dirk Verhaegen discusses how operators can transform Wi-Fi from a cost center to a revenue driver with cloud-managed networks and AI insights. This episode is sponsored by Nokia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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What Trader Joe's tells us about strategy 27:40

21d ago27:40

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The US supermarket business is cut-throat, but amid it all Trader Joe's has been able to carve a distinct role. Chicago Booth's Ram Shivakumar explains how it has thrived, and what it tells us about business strategy in a highly competitive market.

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Supergirl Analysis & Tim Blake Nelson's Superhero Journey | Heroes Journey EP 10 51:46

25d ago51:46

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Supergirl trailer breakdown time! In Episode 10 of CBR’s Heroes Journey Podcast, Sean O’Connell and Sierra Nutkevitch react to the DCU’s first look at Kara Zor-El (Milly Alcock) and what this movie is going for. We kick off with a live, first-watch Supergirl trailer breakdown and why the vibe feels “heavy Guardians”: punk attitude, Krypto trouble, …

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Kirk’s Return & The Last Starship: Writers Lanzing & Kelly Reveal All | Heroes Journey EP 9 54:39

28d ago54:39

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The Last Starship is exploding across the comics world, and in this episode of Heroes Journey, writers Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly join Sean O’Connell to break down why The Last Starship is resonating with longtime Trek fans and bringing in brand-new readers. From its bold reinvention of Star Trek storytelling to the emotional return of James …

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Can you catch AI-written reviews? 21:07

28d ago21:07

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Schools are trying to restrict or at least identify the use of AI, and colleges are attempting to catch students who cut and paste generated text to use in their assignments. How effective are the tools they're using? Chicago Booth's Brian Jabarian about his research on AI detection tools. Jabarian points out that it's not just education that's aff…

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AI and the future of high-end block storage 21:13

1M ago21:13

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Hitachi Vantara's Octavian Tanase, Chief Product Officer joins Light Reading's Phil Harvey to discuss how AI is reshaping enterprise infrastructure design and driving the next generation of high-end block storage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Is Atlanta a better real-estate investment than New York? 27:06

1M ago27:06

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New York, LA, Chicago, Boston and other big US cities have traditionally been a good bet for real-estate investors. But that view is changing. Chicago Booth's Joe Pagliari explains why those traditional markets are riskier investments, and why more and more real-estate investors are looking at cities such as Atlanta, Dallas, Denver and Houston.…

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The Divide: How Western Massachusetts towns banded together for better broadband 33:26

1M ago33:26

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This week: Jess Auer (Institute for Local Self-Reliance) and David Kulp (Ashfield, Massachusetts) on ILSR's new report exploring how 19 Western Massachusetts towns collaborated to connect their communities to municipal broadband. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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MCU vs DCU: Power Ranking Every Upcoming Project | Heroes Journey EP 8 47:05

1M ago47:05

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In the eighth episode of the Heroes Journey Podcast, Sierra Nutkevitch and Sean O'Connell break down everything from Avengers Doomsday and Secret Wars to James Gunn's Superman: Man of Tomorrow and Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, plus street-level chaos in Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Daredevil: Born Again Season 2. This is your source for release da…

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How take-out and delivery boosts productivity 21:21

1M ago21:21

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For the 30 years leading up to the COVID pandemic, productivity in US restaurants was essentially flat. Since the pandemic, restaurant productivity has soared—because of the rise of take-out and delivery. Chicago Booth's Chad Syverson about his research into the restaurant productivity boom. How has take-out and delivery transformed the economics o…

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What We Learned About Early Momming This Year 47:07

2M ago47:07

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In this season finale, Hillary and Erica look back at the most-played episodes of the year and unpack the biggest lessons moms kept coming back to: feeding and sleep, postpartum hormones (including GLP-1s), breastfeeding in the first four weeks, vaccines and pediatric partnerships, pelvic floor recovery, and why "bouncing back" isn't the goal. Get …

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Sinners: Ryan Coogler Talks Possible Comic Book Adaptation | Heroes Journey EP 7 42:56

2M ago42:56

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In CBR's Heroes Journey Podcast Episode 7, we dive into Sinners, its vampire mythology, and its future beyond the screen. We interview Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler, and they break down choosing between Smoke and Stack, the film's crossroads inspiration, the ambitious juke joint sequence, and a possible Sinners comic. We unpack the Sinners' en…

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What makes welfare recipients invest in their kids' human capital? 23:20

2M ago23:20

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Critics of social welfare programs often talk about how payments can disincentivize work. But is that always the case? Chicago Booth's Rebecca Dizon Ross talks about her research on how parents of disabled children think about the social safety net and investing in their kids' human capital. Could giving them better information help shape their thi…

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The Divide: How Digicel is recovering from Hurricane Melissa 31:26

2M ago31:26

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This week: Digicel's Liam Donnelly joins the podcast to discuss how the operator is restoring network services in regions ravaged by Hurricane Melissa. We also cover broader digital divide issues affecting the Caribbean and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Batman Beyond & Static Shock: Inside The Crossover Fans Waited Decades For | Heroes Journey EP 6 53:08

2M ago53:08

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Batman Static Beyond brings Batman Beyond and Static Shock together in a high-stakes future where tech fails, AI collapses, and heroes clash over how to save the world. In the sixth episode of CBR's Heroes Journey Podcast, hosts Sean and Sierra sit down with writer Evan Narcisse to unpack Batman Static Beyond, the legacy of Batman Beyond and Static…

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The rise of 25G and 50G PON 22:11

2M ago22:11

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Nokia's Geert Heyninck discusses how 25G/50G PON are shaping the next wave of connectivity and how operators can harness them to drive new growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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How much does a CEO really matter? 26:30

2M ago26:30

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It's a cliché for organizations to say that their people are their most important asset, but how important is the person at the top? Can we measure the impact of a CEO or a manager? Chicago Booth's Mike Gibbs gives us a survey of economic research on leadership and management. How much of a difference does a good leader make? And why do "manager-ty…

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Holiday Kickoff: Cozy Traditions, Low-Stress Gifting, and the Ultimate Early-Momming Gift Guide 57:32

2M ago57:32

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Navigating the holidays with a bump or a brand-new baby? In this episode, Hillary and Erica kick off the season with calm, cozy, doable ideas—plus their ultimate gift guide for expecting moms, fourth-trimester recovery, new dads, and babies through toddlers. Hillary (two November babies!) shares what actually made the season feel special—not stress…

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Batman Rebuilt: Scott Snyder on Fear, Friends & Gotham | Heroes Journey EP 5 56:08

2M ago56:08

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Episode 5 of CBR's Heroes Journey Podcast brings Scott Snyder in to unpack how Absolute Batman strips Bruce to his core and rebuilds him without losing the Dark Knight's DNA. Hosted by Sean and Sierra, it's a fan-first conversation that blends Scott Snyder's insights on Absolute Batman with big-screen buzz about Patrick Stewart, Professor X, and th…

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The Divide: How NYC is breaking broadband barriers with 'Neighborhood Tech Help' 35:38

2M ago35:38

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This week: Dave Seliger (NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development) and Dr. Brandy McNeil (New York Public Library) discuss New York's Neighborhood Tech Help program and the role it plays in solving the digital divide. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Signal Strength: What's next for DOCSIS and Verizon's fiber strategy? 38:39

2M ago38:39

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Dell'Oro Group's Jeff Heynen joins the first 'Signal Strength' podcast to discuss the big takeaways from TechExpo 2025, Verizon's new fiber partnership, CommScope's 'RemainCo' and a check into cable earnings season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Why economics is not about numbers 26:45

2M ago26:45

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Economics is all around us. At least, that's what Chicago Booth's Ram Shivakumar believes, and he's on a mission to demonstrate that economics is not about numbers or theoretical models, but is at play in many everyday decisions, like whether to order a pizza, where to buy it from and what toppings to get. If economics isn't about numbers, what is …

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You Might Also Like: Markets for Pollution, from Shocked 53:18

2M ago53:18

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A warmer world is here. Now what? Listen to Shocked, from the University of Chicago's Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth, and hear journalist Amy Harder and economist Michael Greenstone share new ways of thinking about climate change and cutting-edge solutions: https://lnk.to/shockedpodcast!boothreview…

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Conan the Barbarian: Jim Zub on 50-Issue Plan & Live-Action Fix | Heroes Journey EP 4 55:02

2M ago55:02

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Conan the Barbarian fans, this one's for you! In this fourth episode, Jim Zub joins CBR's Heroes Journey Podcast to reveal how he cracked Conan's voice, mapped a 50-issue mythic arc, and what it'll take to finally nail Conan the Barbarian in live action. Jim Zub peels back the curtain on the craft behind his Conan: how research, rhythm, and a power…

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James Gunn's DCU Future At Stake, Explained | Heroes Journey EP 3 44:11

2M ago44:11

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In the third episode of CBR's Heroes Journey Podcast, our hosts Sean O'Connell and Sierra Nutkevitch discuss the Warner Bros Discovery sale and what a split or new owner could mean for James Gunn's DCU, DC Studios, theaters, and streaming. We also discuss Gen V Season 2 and how it leads into The Boys Season 5, as well as a fun idea for introducing …

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Spider-Man: 'Brand New Day' Fan Theories & Top 5 Performances | Heroes Journey Podcast EP 2 1:13:47

2M ago1:13:47

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In this week’s Heroes Journey episode, we break down all the biggest superhero updates from NYCC 2025, including Marvel’s Wonder Man trailer, new details on Vision Quest, and DC’s Knightfall animated reveal. Our hosts, Sean and Sierra, discuss some very interesting Spider-Man: Brand New Day fan theories: Will Robert Downey Jr. appear as Doctor Doom…

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Talking Peacemaker S2 Finale & DCU Future w/ Vigilante (Freddie Stroma) 1:07:41

2M ago1:07:41

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Heroes Journey debuts with Sean O’Connell and Sierra Nutkevitch breaking down Peacemaker’s poignant finale and what it means for the future of the DCU. Why the motel scene matters, how the “team walking toward camera” moment flips into that final twist, and what the 11th Street Kids’ choice says about who they’ll be as Checkmate. We frame the porta…

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Does choosing your friends make you happier? 23:44

2M ago23:44

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In the west, we are more likely to choose our friends and dropping them is relatively easily done. In other cultures, people tend to stick with the same social network for their whole lives. But does the ability to choose and to drop your friends make you happier? Chicago Booth's Thomas Talhelm tells us about his research on social circles and happ…

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The Divide: Paolo Balboa on NYC's road to achieving digital equity 28:06

2M ago28:06

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This week: Paolo Balboa, NYC's chief digital equity officer, joins the podcast to discuss the main barriers to broadband throughout New York, what's been accomplished so far with the city's Digital Equity Roadmap and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Cord Blood Banking: What Every Expecting Parent Should Know (with CBR's Genetic Counselor) 1:06:26

2M ago1:06:26

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Not sure what cord blood banking actually is—or if it's worth it? In this episode, Hillary and Erica sit down with Lauren Isley, a certified genetic counselor and Senior Clinical Science Specialist at Cord Blood Registry (CBR), to break down everything parents need to know about cord blood and cord tissue banking. Lauren explains the science behind…

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Does collaboration really produce better ideas? 25:23

3M ago25:23

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Most companies talks about the importance of innovation and collaboration, but the connection tends to be more of a hunch than a demonstrable fact. So can we measure whether collaboration really produces better ideas? Chicago Booth's Mike Gibbs talks about his research on social networks and innovation. Does having a bigger network make you more li…

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The Divide: Gigi Sohn on the bad state of BEAD and promise of public broadband 34:09

3M ago34:09

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This week: Gigi Sohn, executive director, American Association for Public Broadband, on why the revised BEAD program is unlikely to live up to its initial promise and how public broadband networks can deliver for communities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Apart from the paycheck, why do we work? 25:10

3M ago25:10

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Would you work if you weren't being paid for it? Social media is full of people criticizing companies for exploiting interns and prospective hires by underpaying or not paying them. Is that a universal feeling, or does it reflect western values and attitudes that aren't replicated elsewhere in the world? Chicago Booth's Thomas Talhelm talks about h…

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Baby Prep Blueprint: Set Up Baby Gear, Feeding, and Sleep Systems That Actually Work 50:09

3M ago50:09

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If you're a partner, best friend, grandma, or future parent, this episode gives you the exact setup checklist, gift ideas, and feeding–sleep rules that prevent those brutal first-week meltdowns. Not pregnant? Perfect. This is the ultimate baby prep playbook for anyone who loves or supports a new mom. In this episode, Hillary and Erica share how to …

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Why are home prices so high? 29:57

3M ago29:57

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The median home price in the US in 1970 was approximately $23,400, less than 2.5 times the median family income at the time of about $9,870. By last year, the median home price was more than $400,000, about 5 times the median family income of about $80,000. No surprise that people are warning about a housing affordability crisis. To what extent is …

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Are AI interviews better? 28:06

3M ago28:06

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Have you had an AI job interview? Would you prefer to be interviewed by AI than by a human? And how would you expect AI interviewers to perform compared to their human counterparts? Chicago Booth's Brian Jabarian talks about his research on AI interviews. Will they make human-to-human job interviews a thing of the past?…

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Why operators and enterprises are turning to LoRaWAN 24:14

3M ago24:14

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LoRa Alliance CEO Alper Yegin joins Light Reading's Phil Harvey to discuss LoRaWAN’s ten-year journey and its role in powering massive IoT. They also examine why leading operators are investing in LoRaWAN alongside 5G, and where the technology shines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Labor & Delivery 101: Stages, Inductions & Epidurals (with Dr. Kate White) 1:40:16

3M ago1:40:16

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Erica (32 weeks!) and Hillary kick things off with a bump update, a baby-shower wardrobe saga, and a funny "am I late…or pregnant?!" moment—then OB-GYN Dr. Kate White joins to walk first-time moms through Labor & Delivery 101. We cover: – Stages of labor in plain English (what Braxton Hicks really are, and the 5-1-1 rule) – When to head to the hosp…

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Tech and policy set to collide at SCTE TechExpo 2025 25:54

3M ago25:54

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SCTE's Maria Popo and Janelle Morse join the podcast to talk themes and topics that will dominate TechExpo 2025 in Washington, DC. Atlanta will host TechExpo 2026, then the show will be in Denver for the foreseeable future. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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New book chronicles the dawn of streaming and cable's dive into digital 46:23

3M ago46:23

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Craig Leddy, a long-time industry journalist and Light Reading contributor, joins the podcast to discuss his new book: 'Fast Forward: The Birth of Video Streaming, Media's Wild Child'. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Should we pay people to walk? 24:33

4M ago24:33

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One way health policymakers can get people to exercise more is to pay them. But should we pay greater amounts to people who exercise more, and smaller sums to those who do less? Rebecca Dizon Ross tells us about her research on personalizing incentive payments to try to encourage exercise. Does getting people to choose their own exercise targets an…

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The 'Professor of Uncertainty' on AI 28:22

4M ago28:22

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AI is untrustworthy. It hallucinates, making up information or extrapolating by itself. That might make it frustrating to use, but could it prove more of a feature than a bug? Chicago Booth's Veronika Ročková uses statistical methods that exploit the randomness in AI responses to improve medical diagnoses, and even to classify galaxies more efficie…

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COO Rocco Laurenzano on the 'GFiber way' 37:09

4M ago37:09

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Amid GFiber's ongoing network expansions, the company's COO, Rocco Laurenzano, digs into the company's approach to prioritizing projects and allocating resources. 'The real killer of productivity are half-done projects,' he says. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.