Short interviews with people doing interesting things to expand broadband networks that put community needs first.
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Welcome to the Broadband Bunch, a podcast about broadband and how it impacts all of us. Join us to learn about the state of the industry and the latest innovations and trends. Connect with the thought leaders, pioneers and policymakers helping to shape your future through broadband. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by: ETI Software: www.etisoftware.com VETRO: www.vetrofibermap.com
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StoryConnect features interviews with marketers, communicators, CEOs and other leaders at cooperative and independent broadband companies, electric cooperatives and municipal power providers. The goal of the podcast is to help listeners discover ideas to shape their stories and connect with their customers. It is produced by Pioneer Utility Resources.
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In the official podcast from the Intelligent Community Forum, we speak with the movers and shakers in the intelligent community movement around the world. Hear how communities are embracing the 21st century for economic prosperity, enriching their cultures, and improving the quality of lives of their citizens.
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Craig Settles, president of CJ Speaks (www.cjspeaks.com), and guests discuss business strategies for putting broadband networks and telehealth into place, as well as policy issues that affect community broadband and telehealth. Gigabit Nation’s mission is threefold: 1) inform listeners how to get meaningful broadband and telehealth into communities everywhere, 2) help communities increase broadband and telehealth adoption and 3) provide a vehicle for people to work together – and with organi ...
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Rural Broadband Today is a new podcast focused on one of the most important issues facing Rural America. It tells the stories of those working to bring broadband internet access within reach of every citizen. This interview-style show presents conversations with elected officials, industry experts and business leaders at the forefront of America’s efforts to solve the rural broadband challenge.
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Living Local covers all things local - from entertainment and technology, all the way to business and community. We are located in Toledo Ohio and we have friends, family, and coworkers all over Northwest Ohio, Southeast Michigan, and Erie County.
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Let's Get Digital is your gateway to the innovators and ideas transforming the digital infrastructure industry. From wireless telecom to fiber networks and data centers, this podcast explores all things digital infrastructure—diving into the trends, technologies, and people shaping the future of connectivity. Hosted by Broadstaff CEO Carrie Charles, each episode features candid conversations with top industry leaders, uncovering the intersection of technology, talent, and transformation. Dis ...
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The Building for Digital Equity Podcast features interviews with people working toward digital equity - where everyone is able to take advantage of the Internet. We will explore solutions and share lessons learned by people doing the work, primarily through interviews at events where these people gather to share experiences and learn from each other.
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“OTELCO’s Evolution Digital explores the ways different industries have adapted to ensure continued success in today’s digital marketplace. Hosted by OTELCO Marketing and PR Manager Tracy Scheckel, each episode will feature a new guest from a different industry. Tracy will discuss with her guests how the digital age has changed operations in their organization, and how they see technology further shaping their industry. Education, the pulp and paper industry, advertising and broadcast media, ...
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Co-ops Connect is Conexon's podcast hosted by SVP of Marketing, Sales and Account Management, Abby Carere, bringing you heartfelt stories from Rural Electric Cooperatives deploying high-speed fiber internet networks to their service territories. We sit down with co-op leaders who are tackling head-on the rewards and challenges of bridging the Digital Divide in rural America, one mile of fiber at a time.Conexon is proud to be at the forefront of the electric cooperative fiber broadband moveme ...
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At The Lincy Institute, a policy think tank headquartered at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, a team of researchers interview leaders in business, government, and community organizations amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The BLC Connection Podcast is a fun and informative show from Ben Lomand Connect that answers your questions about the internet, Wi-Fi, home security and more, and brings you information on the stories and events in “Ben Lomand Country.” Bryan, Karen and Micah take you behind the scenes of Ben Lomand Connect, where the cooperative connects Middle Tennessee with the latest in communications technology and with businesses that are making a difference in our service territory. The BLC Connectio ...
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A Story Bank Sharing New Ideas, Opportunities & Challenges For Diversifying Appalachia's Economy & Renewing Her Communities, from WMMT-FM & Appalshop Community Media Initiative
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The Signal, a Wi-Fi Alliance® podcast, delivers a new perspective on the growing portfolio of Wi-Fi technologies by breaking down the new tools, programs, and capabilities that are changing the connectivity landscape.
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The Margaret Chase Smith Policy Center is a nonpartisan, independent research and public service unit of the University of Maine (UMaine).
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We bring the experts to you! Through our podcast series, the IEEE Future Networks Technical Community interviews some of the top subject matter experts in the 5G field. Covering many topics including implementation challenges and connecting the disconnected, IEEE Future Networks Transmissions: Podcasts with the Experts provides you with access to the industry's top subject matter experts.
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Welcome to OnGoings – the podcast series from the OnGo Alliance, an organization dedicated to accelerating the development, deployment, and adoption of the CBRS spectrum for wireless innovation. We are committed to providing the latest information and perspectives to help enterprises, system integrators, managed service providers, telecom operators, vendors, and the industry at large take advantage of the tremendous opportunities presented by the CBRS “Innovation Band”. Our podcast series wi ...
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Amherst County Public Schools Superintendent Rob Arnold hosts the Every Child, Every Day Podcast designed to serve as a “one-stop” shop for everything education in Amherst County. If you are interested in special events happening in our schools or learning ways to support children as they navigate the difficulties of adolescence, this is the podcast for you! Dr. Arnold will interview a varied group of guests ranging from ACPS students to dedicated ACPS professionals to community members who ...
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The dominant narrative of rural America is often one of decline and division. On Reimagine Rural podcast, host Tony Pipa, a scholar in the Center for Sustainable Development at the Brookings Institution and a product of rural America himself, visits rural places across the United States to hear local people tell the story of how they are enacting positive change in their communities and learning how public investment in rural people and places can lead to increased and equitable prosperity.
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Congressman James E. Clyburn combines history and politics while discussing the lessons of the past, the politics of the present, and how we must learn from those experiences to help shape the future.
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The Hidden Cost: The Ripple Effects of Canceling the Digital Equity Act - Episode 647 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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24:03In this episode of the podcast, Chris speaks again with Jade Piros de Carvalho to explain how canceling the Digital Equity Act doesn’t just cut digital inclusion programs—it threatens entire state broadband offices and the future of BEAD. ★ Support this podcast ★By Institute for Local Self-Reliance
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Episode 429: Roxie Jorgensen on Relationships, Leadership & Rural Networks
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26:16Recorded live at the NTCA’s 2025 R-TIME Conference in San Antonio, this episode of The Broadband Bunch features a conversation between host Brad Hine and Roxie Jorgenson—Chair of the NTCA Board of Directors and owner of Roxberry LLC.Roxie shares the latest from NTCA’s new strategic plan, covering universal service funding, BEAD rollout challenges, …
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Canada has contributed more Intelligent Communities to the ICF global network than any other country. In 2025 Canada once again placed four of its regions and cities on the list of ICF’s Smart21, the first step in the annual Awards program. How does Canada achieve this hard-won annual goal? And what do this year’s communities have to say about sust…
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Powering the AI Revolution: Zayo’s Bold Move to Lead the Future of Fiber and Digital Infrastructure
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30:46In this episode, Andrés Irlando, President and COO of Zayo Group, unpacks the transformative impact of Zayo’s acquisition of Crown Castle’s fiber assets and what it means for the future of digital infrastructure. From expanding Zayo’s metro reach and boosting AI corridor connectivity to bridging the digital divide and enabling edge computing, Andre…
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Episode 428: AI, Digital Twins, and the Future of Broadband Operations with Jay Cadman
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32:17In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, Jay Cadman, SVP at IQGeo, joins host Brad Hine to discuss how geospatial intelligence and AI are transforming broadband operations. Jay shares insights from his 30+ year career in telecom, highlighting the importance of accurate data, digital twins, and connecting field and office teams. Learn how IQGeo helps…
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President Trump Targets Digital Equity Act —What It Means for Communities and the Future of Connectivity - Episode 646 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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33:18In this urgent episode of the podcast, Angela Siefer and Amy Huffman join us to respond to President Trump’s declaration that the Digital Equity Act is “unconstitutional.” We break down what the Act actually does—and what’s at stake for millions of Americans if it disappears. ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Episode 427: Solving Broadband’s Biggest Mysteries with Bonfire Infrastructure Group
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44:39In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo welcomes leaders from Bonfire Infrastructure Group: CEO Brian Hollister, CMO Nick Dinsmoor, and Director of Business Development Drew Pappas. They discuss Bonfire’s mission to deliver sustainable, reliable broadband to underserved communities and unpack the innovative Broadband Mystery To…
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The ISP evolution and prioritizing more efficient Wi-Fi® with Metin Taskin of Airties
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15:51In today's episode, we welcome Metin Taskin, Founder and CEO of Airties, back to the podcast to talk about how Internet Service Providers are rethinking the way they deliver and manage in-home Wi-Fi. Metin tells us that user experience is becoming the new battleground for customer loyalty, and we learn that standards like Wi-Fi EasyMesh are enablin…
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Telling Your Community’s Story with Pictures All Year Long, With Theresa Phillips
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27:18Art shows, lobby displays, social content and more—Theresa Phillips shares how Lassen MUD works with consumers to showcase their community on the magazine cover and in a much-coveted custom calendar each year!By Pioneer Utility Resources
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Broadband at a Crossroads: Evan Feinman on Getting BEAD Right - Episode 645 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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52:22In this episode of the podcast, Chris sits down again with Evan Feinman to share what it took to launch the biggest broadband investment in U.S. history. He reflects on what went right, what still worries him, and why local leadership is key to getting it right. ★ Support this podcast ★By Institute for Local Self-Reliance
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Episode 426: Future-Proofing Fiber: Nokia’s Roadmap with Fayyaz Patwa
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29:23In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine welcomes Fayyaz Patwa, VP of Sales Engineering for Nokia, to discuss the latest innovations driving rural broadband expansion. With over 20 years of telecom experience, Fayyaz shares insights from his recent travels, highlighting how AI and next-generation fiber solutions are shaping the indust…
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Episode 425: Fiber Connect 2025 Preview with Evann Freeman and Richard Williams
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26:34In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine previews Fiber Connect 2025 with Richard Williams, President & CEO of Connect2 Communications, and Evann Freeman, VP of Government & Community Relations at EPB Chattanooga and Fiber Connect Conference Chair. They discuss what’s new at this year’s event—including 300+ speakers, expanded operator…
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Canada has contributed more Intelligent Communities to the ICF global network than any other country. In 2025 Canada once again placed four of its regions and cities on the list of ICF’s Smart21, the first step in the annual Awards program. How does Canada achieve this hard-won annual goal? And what do this year’s communities have to say about sust…
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Engineering the Future: AI, Automation and the Tech Powering Telecom's Next Chapter with Sean Shahini of Inorsa
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41:24In this episode, Sean Shahini, Founder and CEO of Inorsa, shares how his company is using automation, AI, and cloud-based tools to streamline telecom engineering. From reducing tower site design time from weeks to minutes to optimizing permitting processes, Sean offers a compelling vision for how innovation can remove bottlenecks and accelerate inf…
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Stringtown, MO Gets Connected: How Local Partnerships Are Closing the Rural Broadband Gap - Episode 644 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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37:37In this episode of the podcast, Chris talks with Patty Boyers and Robbie Myers on how local collaboration and smart public investment connected Stringtown, MO—and why it’s a game changer for public safety, healthcare, and opportunity. ★ Support this podcast ★By Institute for Local Self-Reliance
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Episode 424: How PTCI and GOCare are Modernizing Broadband Support
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29:55In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine welcomes Elizabeth Brown, Marketing Manager at PTCI, and Brandon Johnson, VP of Sales at GOCare, for a discussion on how rural broadband providers are transforming the customer experience through digital communication tools, integration strategies, and real-time support.Elizabeth shares how PTC…
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Take Your Kids to Work Day, With Sarah Johnson
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18:35Whether they're blasting off to space to explore planets or solving mysteries across departments, one Oregon utility hosts an exciting career adventure every spring. Utility Pioneer Sarah Johnson shares how Clatskanie PUD turns Take Your Kid to Work Day into a memorable adventure for employees’ families.…
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5 years of 6 GHz: celebrating a Wi-Fi® milestone with Alex Roytblat of Wi-Fi Alliance
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17:44In this episode, we welcome Alex Roytblat, Vice President, Worldwide Regulatory Affairs at Wi-Fi Alliance, to The Signal to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the FCC's landmark decision to open the 6 GHz band to Wi-Fi. Alex explains that this was the most significant expansion of spectrum for Wi-Fi in decades, which effectively doubled the spect…
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BEAD Under Threat: Fiber, Satellites, and the Fight for the Future of Rural Internet Access - Episode 643 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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46:48In this episode of the podcast, former BEAD Director Evan Feinman joins us to unpack the sudden shift in federal broadband policy—and how it could derail state-led fiber projects in favor of satellites. With billions at stake, the conversation cuts to the heart of what’s really happening behind the scenes. ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Episode 7: Taking Flight with CBRS - DFW Airport’s Private Cellular Innovation
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30:22In this episode of the OnGoings podcast, we are talking to Cornelius Honour, the Assistant VP of ITS Infrastructure at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport – the second busiest airport in the US and third in the world by passenger traffic. This conversation will explore how DFW International Airport is leveraging CBRS-based private cellular tech…
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Broadband Bottlenecks and Bureaucracy: What’s Holding the Internet Back? - Episode 642 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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41:59In this episode of the podcast, Chris and Sascha Meinrath dig into what's gone wrong with federal programs like BEAD and digital equity grants, and what it means for the future of Internet access. ★ Support this podcast ★By Institute for Local Self-Reliance
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A New Idea for Urban Mobility: A Conversation with Doug McCollough
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40:13Doug McCollough has been CIO of leading digital cities, including Dublin, Ohio where he helped lead that small city to multiple awards, including ICF’s Top7. He recently took over the role of Executive Director for the ICF Institute, and was recently names the first-ever Executive Director of the Beta District, which spans several cities in the mos…
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Wi-Fi 7 powers the future of smart homes and smarter enterprises with Raja Shanmugam of Tata Consultancy Services
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14:16In this episode, we welcome Raja Shanmugam, Global Head of Strategy and Market Development for IoT and Digital Engineering at Tata Consultancy Services, to the podcast to dive into the evolving role of Wi-Fi in smart homes and enterprise environments. Raja shares his perspective on why Wi-Fi 7 is gaining traction in smart homes, and how the new sta…
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Riding the Wireless Wave: Big Moves, Bold Priorities and The Power of Community with Patrick Halley of WIA
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29:49In this episode of Let’s Get Digital, host Carrie Charles sits down with Patrick Halley, President & CEO of the Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA), to explore the bold moves and powerful community behind America’s wireless future. Patrick shares WIA’s mission to champion digital infrastructure and its deep roots in advocacy, workforce develo…
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Episode 422: CBAN's Curtis Dean on Data Ownership, AgTech, and Community Broadband
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24:22In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, recorded live at Connected America 2025, host Brad Hine catches up with Curtis Dean, president of SmartSource Consulting and co-founder of the Community Broadband Action Network (CBAN). They discuss smart ag technologies, the critical role of data ownership and AI in agriculture, and the intersection of broad…
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How Brightspeed is shaping America's Digital Future with Tom Maguire
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34:37In this episode of Let’s Get Digital, host Carrie Charles sits down with Tom Maguire, CEO of Brightspeed, to explore how the company has rapidly become the third-largest fiber builder in the U.S. Tom shares his inspiring journey from summer hire at New York Telephone to leading Brightspeed’s mission of connecting millions of homes with high-speed f…
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Changing an Annual Meeting to Energize the Attendees, With Flathead Electric
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21:00Are you ready to reimagine your annual meeting? In Montana, Flathead Electric’s team was challenged by the board to reach more members. Hear how incorporating an energy expo, interactive videos and staff experts adds value to your event.By Pioneer Utility Resources
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What It Takes to Make a Better World - A Conversation with Andre L. Jones
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40:39Guyana is defined by its dense rainforest. Culturally connected to the Caribbean region, it has become a richer country due to its oil production and GDP per capita. But it has high levels of poverty. Especially in the rural areas. One person with an understanding of connectivity from his years in the satellite and telecommunications industries dec…
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Tribal Broadband Bootcamps in Action - Episode 641 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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37:11In this episode of the podcast, Chris and Matt Rantanen shares how Tribal Broadband Bootcamps are equipping Indigenous leaders with the technical skills and policy know-how to build and sustain their own networks. Tune in to learn how these hands-on trainings are closing the digital divide in Indian Country. ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Episode 421:Evolving the Rural Provider Playbook with Tammy Wellbrock of Nex-Tech Creative
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29:22In this episode, host Brad Hine sits down with Tammy Wellbrock, a seasoned telecom leader, speaker, and connector, to explore her journey back to broadband after more than a decade away. Now leading sales for Nex-Tech Creative, Tammy shares how the in-house ad agency is helping rural broadband providers and local businesses grow through strategic m…
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S7E2 Feeding Maine: The Fight Against Hunger in Urban and Rural Communities
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54:19In this episode, we interview Heather Paquette, Kelly Sirimoglu, and Justin Strasburger on the prevalence of food insecurity in Maine. Resources https://www.gsfb.org/2025-2030-strategic-plan/https://www.prfoodcenter.org/https://www.fullplates.org/ Donate to Maine Policy Review: https://mcspolicycenter.umaine.edu/donate-to-maine-policy-review/ Our W…
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Wi-Fi 7 unlocks speed and sustainability with Quentin Lebeau of SoftAtHome
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11:34In this episode, we welcome Quentin Lebeau, Product Marketing Manager at SoftAtHome, to discuss their recent Wi-Fi 7 gateway launch with Swisscom. Quentin delves into the rising consumer demand for cutting-edge technology, making Wi-Fi 7's key capabilities of higher speeds, lower latency, and increased reliability even more appealing to consumers. …
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Co-op Influencers—How to Find People to Tell Your Story, With Anna Politano
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27:30How do you get consumers invested in focus groups? Rebrand them as influencers! Anna Politano shares how people are reacting to Oklahoma’s statewide Co-op Influencers Program.By Pioneer Utility Resources
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Episode 420: Fiber in the Field: Lessons from Corning’s Barry Walton
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28:34In this episode, Brad Hine chats with Barry Walton of Corning—a 40-year broadband veteran—about tackling rural deployment challenges, workforce development, and how Corning is helping connect the unconnected. From stories in the field to insights on permitting, edge data centers, and scalable solutions, this conversation is packed with wisdom and f…
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Episode 419: A Better Way to Do Broadband Support with Mike Roddy
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38:02In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine chats with Mike Roddy, CEO of GOCare, about the evolution of customer support in the broadband industry. They explore how omnichannel strategies—unifying support across phone, chat, SMS, and more—can reduce churn, boost satisfaction, and streamline operations. With decades of industry insight, …
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Digital Trust & One Million Trees for New York Part 2
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29:54The New York City’s Department of Parks’ first Director of Data Analytics who contributed the key ingredients to the success of the city’s Million Trees Research Conference and knows her way around urban forests discusses her new venture, Helpful Places, and how digital trust can be imbedded in the organization of community governments. It’s a fasc…
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