Best UpGrad Campus Podcasts (2025)

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Penn State Update: Football Season Opener, Beaver Stadium Upgrades, Campus Closures, and Community Highlights for Fall 2025 2:38

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Good afternoon, Penn State community. Today is Monday, September 1, 2025, and here are the latest updates from University Park.The Nittany Lions are set to kick off their highly anticipated football season this Saturday, September 6, against Nevada at Beaver Stadium. Ranked No. 2 in the preseason AP Top 25 poll, Penn State is poised for a strong st…

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Miami University Expands Indiana Tuition Access, Unveils Campus Upgrades, New Programs, and Fall Events for 2025 2:38

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Good afternoon, Miami University community. Today is Monday, August 11, 2025, and here are the latest updates from our campus.Miami University's Oxford campus has joined a tuition reciprocity agreement with Indiana, offering in-state tuition rates to students from 29 Indiana counties. This initiative significantly reduces the cost of attendance for…

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Cornell Fall 2025 Kicks Off: Semester Start, Geothermal Innovation, Alumni Achievements, and Upcoming Humanities Conference 1:05

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Good afternoon, Cornellians! It's Monday, September 1st, and welcome back to campus. Here's what's happening at Cornell University.Today marks the beginning of the Fall 2025 semester. Classes start today, and please note that next Monday, September 8th, is Labor Day, so there will be no classes. In recent developments, a workshop held last October …

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Yale Unveils Beyoncé Course, Reopens British Art Center, Shares Research Breakthroughs, and Faces Changes in Leadership and Finances 2:42

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Good afternoon, Yale community. It's Monday, September 1st, and here's what's happening on campus.Yale University is set to offer a new course titled "Beyoncé Makes History: Black Radical Tradition, Culture, Theory & Politics Through Music." Taught by Professor Daphne Brooks from the African American Studies department, the class will analyze Beyon…

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Miami University September Highlights: Football Kickoff, Festivals, Homecoming, and Campus Events to Start the Semester 1:56

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Hello, RedHawks! Welcome back to campus. Here's what's happening at Miami University this September.The Miami RedHawks football team is set to begin their 2025 season with two away games: first against Wisconsin on August 30, followed by Rutgers on September 6. The home opener is scheduled for September 20 against UNLV, with another home game again…

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Frontier’s Mispagel on becoming the second-largest fiber builder in the U.S. 20:13

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In this episode of the Broadband Pulse podcast, we talked to Scott Mispagel, Senior Vice President, Network Engineering and Operations at Frontier Communications. During this episode, we talked about the ongoing progress Frontier has made in expanding its fiber broadband reach and customer base. Frontier, which is being acquired by Verizon, has con…

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ACS completes Northstar submarine cable upgrade; BAM Broadband expands into Tempe, Ariz. 8:50

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In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from Alaska Communications, BAM Broadband, Brightspeed, Dobson Fiber, Ripple Fiber, TDS and United Communications. About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry segments. Join us e…

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Cornell News: Olin Library Reopens, McGraw Tower Restored, Balch Hall Upgrades, Convocation Welcomes Class of 2029, Football Preview 2:45

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Good afternoon, Cornellians! It's Monday, August 25, 2025, and welcome back to campus. Here's what's happening at Cornell University.Today in Ithaca, expect a mix of sun and clouds with temperatures reaching a high of 72°F (22°C). There's a chance of showers in the afternoon, so keep an umbrella handy.*Olin Library Reopening Celebration*Mark your c…

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Yale Launches Beyoncé Course, Unveils Arts Season, Highlights Health Research, and Adapts to Financial Shifts in August 2025 Update 3:00

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Good afternoon, Yale community. Today is Monday, August 25, 2025, and here are the latest updates from around campus.Currently, it's sunny in New Haven with a temperature of 72 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect mostly cloudy skies with a chance of thunderstorms around noon, and temperatures reaching up to 83 degrees by late afternoon.Yale University is se…

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Miami University Update: Campus Renovations, New Programs, Tuition Reciprocity, and Red Brick Friday Highlights for Fall 2025 2:44

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Good afternoon, Miami University community. Today is Monday, August 25, 2025, and here are the latest updates from our campus.Miami University is making significant strides in enhancing its facilities. The $50 million campus renovation project is progressing as planned. Upham Hall's renovations began in June 2024, with Phillips Hall following in Au…

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Comcast's Slovin on crafting smart city solutions 16:10

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In this episode of the Broadband Pulse podcast, we talked with Mike Slovin, Vice President and General Manager of Smart Solutions. Comcast Smart Solutions (CSS) helps cities to advise, help design, deploy, and support holistic smart technology ecosystems with a vetted and curated ecosystem of top smart technology collaborations to help create effic…

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Brightspeed and Comcast complete broadband builds in Pennsylvania and Georgia 8:05

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In this latest Broadband Pulse broadband roundup, we are tracking new deployments from several providers, including: Brightspeed, Comcast, C Spire, Fastbridge, Fidium, Greenlight Networks, Lumos Networks and Omni Fiber. About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we address the key issues affecting the optical and broadband industry…

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Cornell News Roundup: New President, Campus Expansions, Research Highlights, and Upcoming Events – August 18, 2025 4:05

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Good afternoon, Cornellians! It's Monday, August 18, 2025, and welcome to another episode of our campus news podcast. Let's dive into the latest happenings at Cornell University.Today in Ithaca, we're enjoying mostly sunny skies with a comfortable temperature of 60°F (16°C). As the day progresses, temperatures are expected to rise, reaching a pleas…

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Yale Updates: Beyoncé Course Launch, Leadership Changes, Faculty Honors, Football Preview, and Russia Ban 2:28

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Good afternoon, Yale community. Today is Monday, August 18, 2025, and here are the latest updates from our campus.Starting with the weather, it's currently mostly cloudy in New Haven, with temperatures around 66 degrees Fahrenheit. Expect a high of 78 degrees later today, with a chance of showers around 1 PM.In academic news, Yale is set to offer a…

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Penn State News: Fall Semester Updates, No. 2 Football Ranking, Stadium Renovations, Campus Closures & Sports Highlights 1:50

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Good afternoon, Penn State! It's Monday, August 18, 2025, and here's what's happening around campus.First up, the fall semester is just around the corner. Classes begin on Monday, August 25. If you're planning to graduate this semester, don't forget to activate your intent to graduate between today, August 18, and September 16. Also, the deadline t…

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Miami University Welcomes New Students, Celebrates Myaamia Center at Smithsonian, and Preps for RedHawks Football Season 2:12

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Welcome to the latest episode of our campus news podcast. Today is Monday, August 18, 2025, and here's what's happening at Miami University-Oxford.As the new academic year begins, Miami University is welcoming a diverse and talented group of first-year students. Move-in day is always a mix of excitement and emotion, as families help their students …

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Airvine brings fresh wireless approach to enterprise campus network backhaul 14:34

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In this new podcast, we talked with Dave Sumi, CEO of Airvine, about new wireless-based opportunities for enterprise campuses and multi-dwelling unit (MDUs). In this episode of the Broadband Pulse podcast, we talked with Dave Sumi, CEO of Airvine. Airvine, which has gained traction in the broadband market with its multi-Gigabit-speed wireless Ether…

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Brightspeed and Ezee Fiber further their broadband presence in NC and Chicago 8:55

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In this week's Broadband Pulse broadband roundup, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from a host of providers, including: Brightspeed Ezee Fiber Fidium Glo Fiber GoNetspeed IdeaTek RightFiber Surf Internet These providers are all expanding broadband in various communities through a mix of venture capital and state funding sources. About the P…

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Cornell Campus Update: Events at Big Red Barn, Renovations, Leadership News, and Sports Highlights for August 2025 2:07

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Hello, Cornell community! It's Monday, August 11, 2025, and here's what's happening on campus this week.- Join us for Weekly Trivia at the Big Red Barn from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Come with a team or solo and get matched up. All are welcome!- Show off your vocal talents at Weekly Karaoke, also at the Big Red Barn, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM. Remember, all song…

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Yale News: Leadership Changes, Prestigious Awards, Research Highlights & Campus Events – August 11, 2025 Update 3:21

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Good afternoon, Yale community. Today is Monday, August 11, 2025, and here are the latest updates from our campus.Currently, it's sunny in New Haven with a temperature of 76°F (24°C). Temperatures are expected to rise throughout the day, reaching a high of 89°F (31°C) by mid-afternoon. Clear skies will continue into the evening, with temperatures c…

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Penn State Revamps Orientation, Closes Campuses, Renovates Beaver Stadium, and Launches National Security Institute in Major 2025 Updates 4:01

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Hello, and welcome to the latest episode of our campus news podcast. Today is Monday, August 11, 2025, and we have several important updates from Penn State University.Penn State University Park is set to revamp its New Student Orientation (NSO) program for 2025. The updated program will separate academic advising and course registration from the i…

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ACA Connects and NCTC leaders weigh in on emerging cable broadband trends 24:29

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In this episode, we talked with two key cable industry veterans about emerging trends--Lou Borrelli, CEO of NCTC and Grant Spellmeyer, president and CEO of ACA Connects. Key Moments in This Episode Opening 0:06 Introduction of guests Lightwave Editor in Chief Sean Buckley introduces Broadband Pulse’s latest guests--Lou Borelli, CEO of NCTC and Gran…

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Building Broadband: BCE completes acquisition of Ziply Fiber, accelerating its fiber growth strategy; Brightspeed lights up fiber broadband in five new rural Ohio counties 11:35

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In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from several regional and national broadband players, including: Brightspeed lights up fiber broadband in five new rural Ohio counties Comcast connects over 1,200 Montgomery County, Indiana locations Dobson Fiber expands fiber internet to Kingston, Oklahoma Greenli…

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Cornell News Update: McGraw Tower Renovation, Hiring Pause, UAW Contract, New Provost & CIS Expansion 2:24

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Good afternoon, Cornell community. It's Monday, August 4, 2025, and here's what's happening on campus.First, a quick look at today's weather in Ithaca. Currently, it's partly sunny with a temperature of 59 degrees Fahrenheit. Temperatures are expected to rise throughout the day, reaching a high of 83 degrees by mid-afternoon. So, if you're planning…

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Yale News: Law School Leadership Change, Beyoncé-Inspired Course, $2.5B Endowment Deal, Library Tech Upgrade, New Global Affairs Center 2:51

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Good afternoon, Yale community. It's Monday, August 4, 2025, and here's what's happening on campus.Today in New Haven, expect sunny skies with temperatures reaching a high of 85°F (29°C) this afternoon. Currently, it's 72°F (22°C) and sunny.Heather Gerken, who has served as Dean of Yale Law School since 2017, will step down in November to become th…

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Penn State Updates: Campus Closures, New Student Orientation, Nittany Lion Inn Reopens, Beaver Stadium Renovation, and More 2:25

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Good afternoon, Penn State! It's Monday, August 4th, and here's what's happening on campus.Today, expect hazy sunshine with a high of 82 degrees and a low of 59. Looking ahead, Wednesday and Thursday may see reduced air quality due to smoke from Canadian wildfires. Stay informed and take necessary precautions.Penn State is set to restructure the Ne…

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Miami University Expands Indiana Tuition, Unveils New Programs & Renovations, and Previews 2025 Events and Football Schedule 2:39

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Good afternoon, Miami University community. Today is Monday, August 4, 2025, and here are the latest updates from our campus.Miami University's Oxford campus has joined a tuition reciprocity agreement with Indiana, offering in-state tuition rates to students from 29 Indiana counties. This initiative significantly reduces the cost of attendance for …

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Cornell News: New President Appointed, Research Advocacy, Wildlife Hospital Expansion, CIS Building, Coach Farewell, and Campus Updates 2:25

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Good afternoon, Cornellians. Today is Monday, July 28, 2025, and here are the latest updates from our campus community.Michael I. Kotlikoff has been officially appointed as Cornell University's 15th president, effective March 21, 2025. Previously serving as interim president since July 2024, President Kotlikoff has been a part of the Cornell commun…

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Yale Update: Leadership Changes, Endowment Tax Response, Global Recognition, and Innovations in Education, Health, and Security 3:33

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Good afternoon, Yale community. It's Monday, July 28, 2025, and here are the latest updates from our campus.Dean Heather Gerken, who has led Yale Law School since 2017, will step down in November to become the president of the Ford Foundation. During her tenure, Dean Gerken spearheaded initiatives to make legal education more accessible, including …

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Beaver Stadium Renovation, Campus Closures, Palmer Museum Debut & Big Ten Highlights: Penn State Updates—July 28, 2025 2:43

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Good afternoon, Penn State community. Today is Monday, July 28, 2025, and here are the latest updates from University Park.The $700 million renovation of Beaver Stadium is progressing steadily. This summer, construction crews are pouring concrete for the foundation of the new West Tower, which will house suites and club seating. Temporary seating a…

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Miami University Extends Test-Optional Policy, Opens New Facilities, Commits to Carbon Neutrality, and Announces 2025 Events & Football Schedule 2:52

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Good afternoon, Miami University community. Today is Monday, July 28, 2025, and here are the latest updates from our campus.Miami University has extended its test-optional admissions policy through spring 2026. This means that ACT and SAT scores are not required for first-year and transfer applicants. This policy also applies to merit scholarships …

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Ezee Fiber’s CEO leads with a team sport philosophy 17:43

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If you ask Ezee Fiber’s CEO Matt Marino about his leadership style, he likens it to the nature of a football team: “I'm a big believer that the residential fiber business is the ultimate team sport.” As a 15-plus cable industry veteran, Marino brings plenty of customer service and network knowledge to the table. Before coming to Ezee Fiber in 2023,…

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TeleGeography makes call for new submarine cable repair ship investments 14:12

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A new TeleGeography report reveals that $3 billion worth of investment in submarine cable repair ships will be required to sustain current service levels and reduce repair delays for the undersea cables that carry global internet traffic. While there’s a surge in submarine cable infrastructure investment, maintenance and repair capabilities have la…

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Yale News Update: Leadership Changes, Financial Measures, Prestigious Awards, Campus Reopenings & Global Challenges – July 21, 2025 3:02

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Good afternoon, Yale community. Here are the latest updates from our campus as of Monday, July 21, 2025.Dean Heather Gerken has announced her departure from Yale Law School to assume the presidency of the Ford Foundation in November 2025. During her tenure since 2017, Dean Gerken spearheaded initiatives to enhance accessibility, including eliminati…

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Penn State Update: Stadium Renovations, Tuition Hike, Campus Closures, Football News, Arts Fest, Global Research, and Fulbright Honor 2:56

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Good morning, Penn State! It's Monday, July 21, 2025, and here's what's happening around campus.Construction on Beaver Stadium's $700 million renovation is progressing steadily. The west side of the stadium is undergoing significant changes, including the demolition of the press box and upper sections to make way for a new structure featuring suite…

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Miami University Unveils Major Renovations, New Programs, and Community Events for 2025 3:03

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Good afternoon, Miami University community! Here's your latest campus news for Monday, July 21, 2025.Miami University is making significant strides in enhancing its facilities. The $50 million campus renovation project is progressing as planned. Upham Hall's renovations began in June 2024, with Phillips Hall following in August. These upgrades incl…

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Yale Law Dean Departs, Financial Measures Enacted, British Art Center Reopens, Record Alumni Reunion, and Major Campus Updates 2:36

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Good morning, Yale community. Here are the latest updates from our campus as of Monday, July 21, 2025.Dean Heather Gerken has announced her departure from Yale Law School to become the president of the Ford Foundation in November 2025. During her tenure since 2017, Dean Gerken spearheaded initiatives to enhance law school accessibility, including e…

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Penn State News: Stadium Renovation, Tuition Hike, Campus Closures, Arts Fest Highlights, and Big Ten Football Updates 2:03

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Good morning, Penn State! Here's your latest campus news for Monday, July 21, 2025.Construction on Beaver Stadium's west side is progressing steadily. The $700 million renovation aims to enhance the fan experience and modernize facilities. Temporary seating will be in place to maintain full capacity for the upcoming football season. The project is …

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1Finity’s Francois Moore addresses the optical and wireless landscape 26:32

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1Finity, which houses Fujitsu’s optical and wireless operations, recently began operating under its new name and brand identity. As Fujitsu announced in April, 1Finity consolidates Fujitsu’s global network-related organizations under one entity, enabling what the company said will be greater autonomy and flexibility. 1Finity, which will operate as …

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Miami University Unveils Campus Upgrades, New Programs, Oxford Initiatives, and RedHawks 2025 Football Highlights 3:00

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Good afternoon, Miami University community! Here's your latest campus news for Monday, July 14, 2025.Miami University is making significant strides in enhancing its facilities. The $50 million campus renovation project is progressing as planned. Upham Hall's renovations began in June 2024, with Phillips Hall following in August. These upgrades incl…

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How Harmonic is advancing the fiber broadband opportunity 21:47

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Harmonic is well known in the cable industry as a key supplier of DOCSIS equipment. However, as the cable and telecom industry continues to expand its fiber reach, Harmonic has been taking a more active role in developing fiber-based broadband products. With many of its cable operator customers being in a transition phase, Harmonic is offering prod…

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Building Broadband: Brightspeed connects 8,000 homes and businesses in Western OH; Intrepid Fiber Networks raises $425 million to accelerate fiber broadband expansion 7:35

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In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from several regional and national broadband players, including: Brightspeed connects 8,000 homes and businesses in Western Ohio Conterra Networks furthers XGS-PON path with Ciena's Open PON platform Fidium expands fiber to Gouldsboro, Winter Harbor, and Wiscasset …

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IQ Fiber gives small businesses a new fiber service option 15:44

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In the latest episode of the Broadband Pulse podcast, we talked to Ted Schremp, president and CEO of IQ Fiber. Ted was an early pioneer in developing services like telephony for the cable industry during his time at Charter Communications. He’s now carrying on that innovative spirit to drive fiber broadband growth at IQ Fiber. In May, IQ Fiber laun…

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Vernonburg Group encourages communities to look at all broadband options 19:43

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In this latest Broadband Pulse podcast, we talked to Paul Garnett, the founder and CEO of the Vernonburg group. Vernonburg recently issued a new white paper showing that broadband funding achieves more than twice the impact when invested in adoption-focused programs rather than network overbuilds in already-served areas. The new report, Avoiding th…

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Kore-Tek shifts to a direct-to-service providers model 22:49

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In this new Broadband Pulse podcast, we talked to Ryan Young, CEO of Kore-Tek, an optical systems integrator, about how it is shifting its focus to serving service providers directly. Here’s a timeline of what we addressed during the podcast: Host introduces guests 0:03 Kore-Tek’s 2025 priorities 0:32 How Kore-Tek is engaging directly with service …

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Goodbye, Bandwidth IG, hello BIG Fiber 13:50

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Bandwidth IG recently changed its name to BIG Fiber. The dark provider stated that the name change reflects its growing momentum in providing dark fibrer solutions to meet the demands of AI and cloud computing. Since officially launching in 2019, BIG Fiber has rapidly expanded its presence in key data center hubs, including the San Francisco Bay Ar…

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IQGeo on how IT systems bring value to customers 11:15

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George Hughes, who recently took on the role of head of value consulting at IQGeo, is no stranger to implementing IT systems in large companies. Before coming to IQGeo from 3-GIS, he spent three decades at Verizon. During his tenure at Verizon, he led teams that focused on systems development and project management across telco’s wireline and wirel…

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Building Broadband: Comcast starts new seven-county Indiana broadband build; Elberton, Ga., takes up the 25G opportunity 9:16

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In this latest issue of Building Broadband, we’re tracking new broadband deployments from several regional and national broadband players, including: Comcast begins building out broadband in new Indiana communities Elberton, Georgia, takes up the 25G fiber opportunity Fidium begins fiber expansion in Van Buren, Maine GoNetspeed connects Wells and O…

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Collaborative Synergy takes a fresh look at the broadband make-ready process 12:00

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As more service providers look to expand their fiber reach into new markets, leveraging existing utility pole infrastructure is key. To do that, service providers must navigate the process of making new attachments, such as fiber optic lines, which require utility poles. Because this process involves ensuring the pole is structurally sound, has ade…

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Ethernet Alliance coalesces around interoperability and future innovations 22:37

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In this podcast, we talked to two Ethernet Alliance leaders during this year’s OFC 2025 show: David Rodgers, Ethernet Alliance Events & Conferences Committee Chair, and Technical Business Development Manager for EXFO Peter Jones, Distinguished Engineer@Cisco, Chair@Ethernet Alliance About the Podcast In the Lightwave Broadband Pulse podcast, we add…