Short interviews with people doing interesting things to expand broadband networks that put community needs first.
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Community Broadband Podcasts
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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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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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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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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An independent, noncommercial community radio station licensed in Boulder and Denver and dedicated to serving its listeners.
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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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Minnesota Native News is a weekly radio segment covering ideas and events relevant to Minnesota’s Native American communities. Made possible by the Minnesota Art's and Cultural Heritage fund
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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 Institute for Local Self-Reliance’s podcast presenting empowering stories and transformative ideas that break monopoly power and drive community resilience, equitable economies, and sustainable futures.
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"One Washington County Oregon" is a podcast featuring employees, subject matter experts, and special guests from one of Oregon's most diverse counties, discussing programs, services and items of interest to residents of Washington County. Coined after the County’s unifying vision, “One Washington County,” the podcast aims to share stories that showcase how multiple departments, teams, and individuals across the organization work together to serve and enrich the Washington County community.
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Join us for chats with various voices in the public policy world about today's most pressing societal issues. This podcast is a production of the School of Public Policy at the University of California, Riverside.
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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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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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Entrepreneur Inspiring Stories to Help Motivate, Build, & Grow Your Successful Business with a Master Class from Entrepreneurial Thought Leaders that tell it How It Is... Millionaire Interviews is actionable advice for the (future & present) Entrepreneur, Thought Leaders, Solopreneur, Youpreneur, and Small Business Owner. The host interviews Business Founders in the Product, Service, Real Estate, and Tech industries so they can teach you from their experience. Connect with other Listeners @ ...
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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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Welcome to the official podcast for CareerSource Citrus Levy Marion. Join us in the Celebration of Success, where we shine a spotlight on the dynamic partnerships, invaluable services, and innovative solutions that drive businesses and job seekers in our tri-county area. Discover the real stories behind local businesses that have harnessed our services to overcome hiring and economic challenges. Dive into inspiring narratives of individuals who've found meaningful, rewarding careers through ...
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Episode 461: Building Thriving Communities Through Broadband with Tracy Doaks
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo speaks with Tracy Doaks, President and CEO of MCNC. Tracy shares her journey from state CIO to leading MCNC, which operates the North Carolina Research and Education Network.She discusses MCNC’s 5,000 miles of fiber, its role in telehealth, and how middle-mile networks empower last-mile p…
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Gibson Connect's Rural Cooperative Model - Episode 658 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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Scott Goff of Gibson Connect joins the show to share how an electric co-op in Tennessee is transforming rural communities with reliable, affordable fiber broadband. He and Chris discuss overcoming state barriers, building trust, and why community-first models are key to closing the digital divide ★ Support this podcast ★…
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Crisis Meets Compassion: Inside Washington County’s Mental Health Response Team
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When a mental health crisis happens, every second matters. Washington County’s Mental Health Response Team pairs a deputy with a clinician to bring safety, care and compassion to those in crisis. In this episode, we explore how this partnership helps de-escalate emergencies and link people to the support they need. With an average of 3,500 calls a …
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Dress Offers Healing to Hurting Community and Fond du Lac Indigenous Food Gathering Celebrates the Harvest
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This week on Minnesota Native News, the story behind Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe citizen Anita Lovelace's MMIR jingle dress, which took home the 2025 People's Choice Award at the State Fair's Fine Arts Competition. Plus, how Fond du Lac Tribal & Community College recently celebrated the harvest and food sovereignty. ----- Executive Producer: Emma Nee…
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How Can Artificial Energy Intelligence Help Tell Your Story?, With John Huneycutt
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Who is LIAM.Ai, Union Power’s Virtual Energy Specialist? John Huneycutt shares how his utility responsibly taps artificial intelligence to energize efficiency tips. Filmed LIVE at CONNECT.By Pioneer Utility Resources
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Episode 464: Peter Cresse on AI, Data, and the Future of Broadband Networks
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, recorded at Mountain Connect 2025 in Denver, host Brad Hine sits down with Peter Cresse, President of Entropy, a leading technology advisory firm. Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is beginning to transform broadband networks—from predictive maintenance and latency reduction to the rise of AI…
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S8E1 The Evolving Role of Maine’s Libraries: Funding, Freedom, and Community
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In this episode, library leaders from across Maine share how their roles reflect the modern mission of public libraries and why these institutions remain vital to their communities. Listeners will learn how Maine libraries are adapting to meet today’s needs, the impact of federal funding cuts, and the strategies librarians employ to defend intellec…
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Episode 463: Robin Olds on Cisco, AI, and Bridging the Digital Divide
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, recorded at Mountain Connect 2025 in Denver, host Brad Hine sits down with Robin Olds, Senior Business Development Manager at Cisco Systems. Together, they explore Cisco’s pivotal role in shaping the future of broadband—from reimagining network architecture with routed optical networking to advancing AI-drive…
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"Entrepreneurial, Resilient and No Weeds!” The Top7 Conversation with Fairfield/Jefferson County, Iowa
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The smallest community in terms of population this year, Fairfield, Iowa not only thinks globally – but deep and universally! A unique place in America’s heartland, Fairfield has the advantage of being in a rural setting with natural beauty and is a place where people know each other and are quick to lend a helping hand. But its leaders were among …
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Phil Shih of Structure Research on the Trends and Forecasts Shaping Digital Infrastructure
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In this episode, Philbert Shih, Founder and Managing Director of Structure Research, offers a deep dive into the evolving landscape of digital infrastructure through the lens of market intelligence and industry specialization. From launching his boutique firm in 2011 to supporting over $3 billion in M&A transactions, Phil shares insights into the m…
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Episode 462: How Drew Beverage is Driving 360 Broadband’s Transformation in Rural America
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine sits down with Drew Beverage, Chief Operating Officer of 360 Broadband, from the floor at Mountain Connect in Denver. Drew shares the story of 360 Broadband’s evolution from a fixed wireless provider to a hybrid network operator bringing fiber to some of the most rural areas in Oklahoma and Tex…
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911’s (NOT) a joke & gaining some intelligence on A.I.
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Bryan, Karen, and Micah find themselves talking about… All things 911 with Warren County 911 Director Chuck Haston. What is A.I. and how does it work? The latest on Wi-Fi Van community events, Channel 6, The Connection Magazine, and more! To give us feedback, questions, or ideas for future guests email us at [email protected].…
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MNN Extended Interview: Amber Annis of Native Governance Center
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This week, a special extended interview from a past segment. Travis Zimmerman interviews the Native Governance Center’s new Executive Director, Amber Annis. ----- Executive Producer: Emma Needham Script editing: Emily Krumberger Anchor: Marie Rock Mixing & mastering: Chris HarwoodBy Minnesota Native News
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Subscriber Study Shows Shifting Attitudes About Satellite Internet, With Scott Meyer
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Innovative Systems’ annual Rural Subscriber Study asked participants new questions about LEO satellite providers indicating growing competition for rural ISPs. Recorded Live at the 2025 NTCA Sales and Marketing ConferenceBy Pioneer Utility Resources
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Internet as a Human Right: Christopher Mitchell on Community Networks
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You'd think a company with as many resources, employees, and facilities as AT&T or Comcast would have good customer service. Surely, with all the billions of dollars flowing through these businesses, there'd be some resources devoted to creating a really good customer experience, right? If only that were the case. The thing is, these telecom monopo…
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The Basque's Intelligent Gem: A Conversation with Bilbao, Spain's New Director of Modernization
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It has been an urban revitalization like few others in the world. Legendary in fact. Bilbao and its metropolitan district has a strategic location near the sea which confirmed its strength as a trading center and evolution into the great economic giant of the Basque Country in the days of iron and steel, shipyards mining. But in the 1970’s and 1980…
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Building the Internet’s Fast Lane: Ivo Ivanov on DE-CIX, Global Interconnection, and the Leap into Space”
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In this episode, Ivo Ivanov, CEO and Chairman of DE-CIX, shares how his company is building the next generation of Internet infrastructure — from peering evolution to space-based exchanges. Ivo unpacks how DE-CIX has grown from a three-ISP project in Frankfurt into a global interconnection leader spanning over 60 markets. He breaks down the case fo…
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Episode 460: Ronan Kelly on Integration, Automation, AI, and the Future of UK Fiber
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In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Ronan Kelly, Managing Director of AllPoints Fibre Networks in the UK. Ronan shares his 30-year journey through the broadband industry—from the early days of dial-up with U.S. Robotics to leading innovative fiber deployments across Europe.The conversation explores the consol…
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Rock Island Trolley Stop—Above and Beyond Businesses
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Rock Island Trolley Stop has become a favorite ice cream and food stop in Middle Tennessee. The menu features fun treats at affordable prices for the whole family. The business focuses on customer comfort by adding outdoor seating, games and a heated igloo for year-round operations. Hear manager Robin Henley tell the story on this podcast episode.…
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Mille Lacs's Water Over Nickel Survey Results Are in, and Tribal Broadband Bootcamp Grows Internet Access
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This week, results from the Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe's Water Over Nickel survey. Plus, how Tribal Broadband Bootcamp is supporting Minnesotan tribal internet access. ----- Executive Producer: Emma Needham Script editing: Emily Krumberger Anchor: Marie Rock Producers: Emma Needham and CJ Younger Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood…
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Episode 459: Jason Moore on Transforming In-Home Connectivity with RouteThis
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In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, recorded at Fiber Connect 2025 in Nashville, Brad Hine sits down with Jason Moore, Co-Founder and CEO of RouteThis, to explore the challenges of delivering flawless in-home connectivity. Jason shares his career journey from silicon design and consumer tech to building a global platform that empowers ISPs, tec…
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Are you Saving Time by Design?, With Danny Weston
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Good storytelling design doesn’t care what platform you use. Listen to Danny Weston's four design principles to strengthen the way you show your story, and hear how he saves time by design. Learn how to link content in Adobe InDesign: https://helpx.adobe.com/indesign/using/linked-content.htmlBy Pioneer Utility Resources
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Episode 458: Juan Pinzon Talks About Fiber Network Projects and Aspire Communications' Growth
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine interviews Juan Pinzon, a project manager at Aspire Communications, from Fiber Connect 2025 in Nashville, Tennessee.Juan shares insights into the evolution of Aspire Communications from a small startup into a broadband service provider. With a focus on fiber optic network design and constructio…
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Episode 457: State-Level Broadband Advocacy with Steve Schwerbel of WISPA
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, recorded at WISPAmerica 2025 in Oklahoma City, host Brad Hine sits down with Steve Schwerbel, Director of State Advocacy at WISPA, to explore the landscape of broadband policy across all 50 states. Steve shares thoughts on how state-level legislation, BEAD funding, and advocacy strategies are shaping the broa…
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Reimagining Data Center Energy: Gauri Potdar and the Natural Gas Revolution at GPC Infrastructure
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In this episode, Gauri Potdar, Chief Commercial Officer of GPC Infrastructure, shares how her company is pioneering onsite natural gas power solutions for data centers — delivering scalable, efficient, and sustainable alternatives to traditional grid connections. Gauri explains how GPC assumes operational and commodity risk while providing turnkey …
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Why Solving Waste Has To Be Local: Brenda Platt on Sustainability and Community
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We hear it again and again on this show: neighborhoods that are presumed less likely to fight back are taken advantage of by huge corporations and monopolies. Through predatory decisions and massive market power, a chain grocery store erodes a historically black neighborhood into a food desert. Amazon locates a massive warehouse, and its associated…
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ICF has its international awards program for which it is famous. But that does it take to become one of America’s ”Most Dynamic Metro Areas?” and where are they located? Heartland Forward’s Chief Reseach Officer discusses the results of the ”think and do tank’s” long-awaited report and drops facts behind the reason that, despite the fact it has 39%…
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Episode 456: Connecting Rural Canada with Joe Hickey of PomeGran
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, recorded live at Fiber Connect 2025 in Nashville, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Joe Hickey, President of PomeGran, for a conversation about the realities of expanding rural broadband in Canada. Joe reflects on his 35-year career spanning telecom, defense electronics, wireless, and broadband, sharing how…
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Menstrual Equity and Period Poverty in Higher Education
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In this episode of Policy Chats, host Dori Pham sits down with Assistant Director Marisol Torres and Policy Intern Germaine Ho from The Well, UC Riverside’s student health promotion department. Together, they explore the topic of menstrual equity, the challenges students face in accessing period products, and how policies are working to address per…
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Episode 455: Matt Mandel Explains WISPA’s Role in Shaping Broadband Legislation
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine sits down at WISPA America 2025 in Oklahoma City with Matt Mandel, Vice President of Government Affairs at WISPA. With over two decades of experience navigating Capitol Hill, Matt shares a behind-the-scenes look at broadband policy advocacy, from engaging with Congress and federal agencies to r…
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LaX 4 Life Camp at Fond Du Lac, and MN Artists win at 2025 Native American Music Awards.
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This week, a summer sports camp brings Lacrosse to life in Fond Du Lac. And Minnesota musicians win at the 2025 Native American Music Awards. ----- Executive Producer: Emma Needham Script editing: Emily Krumberger Anchor: Marie Rock Producer: Xan Holston, Chaz Wagner Mixing & mastering: Chris Harwood…
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Scaling Smart: How DartPoints Is Redefining Regional Data Infrastructure with Clarity, Culture, and Control with Scott Willis
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In this episode, Scott Willis, CEO of DartPoints, shares his leadership journey through long-distance telecom, wireless, and now data centers — and how DartPoints is meeting enterprise demands in non-tier-one markets. Scott outlines the company’s strategic recapitalization and shift toward owned assets to support 10–40 megawatt workloads, filling a…
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From Bribery to Battleships: How to Gamify Staff Storytelling, With Patrick Wood
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B-4 you C-2 staff storytelling, hear Patrick Wood share how Co-Mo Connect uses fun to figure out what hits, what channels miss and how to tell if the battleship is on the board at all.By Pioneer Utility Resources
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Sky High Promises: The Limits of Starlink - Episode 657 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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Sascha Meinrath returns to break down what Starlink gets right—and wrong—about solving the digital divide. He and the CBN Team take a hard look at the hype, the reality, and why magic-bullet solutions often distract from real, community-driven infrastructure. ★ Support this podcast ★By Institute for Local Self-Reliance
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Episode 454: Mountain Connect 2025 Preview Show with Jeff Gavlinski
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine welcomes back Jeff Gavlinski, CEO of Mountain Connect, for a preview of the 2025 Mountain Connect Conference in Denver, Colorado. Now in its 11th year, Mountain Connect is known for its focus on honest dialogue, practical innovation, and community-centered solutions.Jeff tells how the conferenc…
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Episode 453: Mission-Driven Broadband: Lessons from the Surf Internet Team
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Gene Crusie (CEO and Head Coach), Kevin Bush (Chief Revenue Officer), and Amber Rodriguez (Senior Director of Growth Marketing) from Surf Internet. Together, they share the story behind Surf’s mission to bring future-proof fiber connectivity to underserved communities acros…
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275: From the Battlefield to the CBD Boardroom: Craig Henderson of Extract Labs
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Craig Henderson is the CEO of Extract Labs, a Boulder, Colorado-based full-service hemp extraction laboratory offering a proprietary line of boutique CBD-infused products. Craig started the company in his garage in 2016. This Episode is Sponsored By: Jon Ostenson, Founder of FranBridge Consulting and Top 1% US Franchise Consultant is here to help y…
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Episode 452: Josh Johnson on AI, Automation, and the Future of OSS/BSS
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, recorded live from WISPAmerica 2025 at the Oklahoma City Convention Center, host Brad Hine sits down with Josh Johnson, CIO of Fibersmith. With over 25 years in telecom and software development, Josh offers a look into the evolution of OSS/BSS, the power of automation, and the responsible integration of AI in…
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Why Clean Energy Is Not Enough: John Farrell on Lessons from David Morris
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When ILSR co-founder David Morris published his pamphlet The Dawning of Solar Cells in 1975, nearly the only people using solar power were those in the Apollo program at NASA. Yet David saw decades into the future as he laid out a vision for community control and local ownership of a solar power system that was better for the climate and kept much …
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ICF has its international awards program for which it is famous. But that does it take to become one of America’s ”Most Dynamic Metro Areas?” and where are they located? Heartland Forward’s Chief Reseach Officer discusses the results of the ”think and do tank’s” long-awaited report and drops facts behind the reason that, despite the fact it has 39%…
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Episode 451: Tony Stout Discusses API Strategy, Open Architecture, and AI at CDG
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In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, recorded live on day three of Fiber Connect 2025 in Nashville, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Tony Stout, Chief Technology Officer at CDG. With nearly 30 years in the telecom industry, Tony shares how CDG—a 55-year-old OSS/BSS provider—continues to innovate by building a next-generation, AI-native platfo…
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Episode 450: Stephen Farnsworth on Disrupting Telecom Operations with gaiia
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In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, recorded live at Fiber Connect 2025 in Nashville, host Brad Hine welcomes Stephen Farnsworth, Chief Revenue Officer at gaiia. Stephen shares gaiia’s compelling origin story—how it evolved from the in-house OSS/BSS platform of Canada’s fastest-growing ISP, OXIO, into one of the most talked-about disruptors in …
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Episode 449: Lori Adams Breaks Down the Latest BEAD Policy Changes
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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine is joined by returning guest Lori Adams, Vice President of Broadband Policy and Funding Strategy at Nokia, for a conversation on the evolving BEAD landscape. This episode breaks down the June 2025 policy updates that have reset the BEAD program, including revised tech neutrality standards, resc…
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Native Studies Summer Workshop for Educators (NSSWE) Second Session for 2025, and Preventing Invasive Species in Tribal Nations
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On this week’s episode of Minnesota Native News, the upcoming Native Studies Summer Workshop for Educators Conference and a recap of the prevention & impacts of invasive species on Tribal Nations.By Minnesota Native News
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Beyond Bridges: Closing the Technology Gap in Rural Communities, With Erma Ratliff
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Have you held a rural digital equity summit for your community? Hear how Kanokla teamed up with AmeriCorps to identify local technology needs and work together to meet them!By Pioneer Utility Resources
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Abundance for Whom? - Episode 656 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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Sascha Meinrath returns for a wide-ranging conversation on "Abundance" and what it gets right and wrong about broadband and public policy. He and Chris unpack the dangers of corporate-led infrastructure and why real abundance must center the public good. ★ Support this podcast ★By Institute for Local Self-Reliance
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