Latest Broadband Podcast Episodes
This is how to monitor and verify that billions in broadband dollars are spent as promised
Connected Nation - April 17, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutesOn this episode of Connected Nation (CN), we explore how CN's Engineering and Technical Services team is helping states monitor broadband infrastructure builds and, most importantly, verifying that the billions of dollars set aside to help the most underconnected Americans are spent as promised...
Nearly $43B for broadband: How CN helps states track broadband spending
Connected Nation - April 17, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutesOn this episode of Connected Nation (CN), we explore how CN's Engineering and Technical Services team is helping states monitor broadband infrastructure builds and, most importantly, verifying that the billions of dollars set aside to help the most underconnected Americans are spent as promised...
Weaving the Co-op Difference into Economic Development and Staff Storytelling, With Marty Walsh
The StoryConnect Podcast - April 17, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsDo you have a local network of cooperative storytellers? From his dual roles as an economic development manager at People's Energy and board member for Cooperative Development Services, Marty Walsh’s has a unique take on co-op education and how Utility Pioneers can turn the cooperative ...
Innovative solutions for underserved populations: A conversation with Kwikbit Internet's CEO
Connected Nation - April 10, 2024 19:00 - 45 minutesOn today's two guest episode we are first joined by Joe Costello, the founder and CEO of Kwikbit Internet – an internet service provider with a mission to help some of the most underserved populations in the country. Learn how the company is focusing on bringing access to everyone from rural c...
Managing a New Brand, With Larry Mattox
The StoryConnect Podcast - April 10, 2024 11:00 - 11 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIn under three years, Central Rural Electric Co-op moved from breaking ground to 85% buildout of their broadband service, CentraNet, in Oklahoma. During a break from the Calix event, Larry Mattox shares how the small team managed this growth, a new brand and evolving member expectations...
Unlocking telehealth potential: State policy spotlight
Connected Nation - April 03, 2024 18:00 - 40 minutesA recently released report examines how states are approaching reforms to telehealth laws – from allowing access to specialists across borders to creating more flexibility for innovation. On today's installment of the Connected Nation podcast, we’ll talk with one of the co-authors of the rese...
Persona Based Marketing, With Chris Lovell
The StoryConnect Podcast - April 03, 2024 11:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsIn an effort to move beyond features like speed, CL Tel has begun discussing its broadband based on what their service can do for specific customer profiles of personas like gamers, remote workers and families. Special: Recorded LIVE at NTCA
A Deep Dive into Iowa Broadband: Challenges, Solutions, and Collaboration - Episode 595 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Community Broadband Bits - April 02, 2024 14:19 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this latest podcast episode, Christopher and Curtis Dean from the Community Broadband Action Network (CBAN) discuss the state of broadband in Iowa. They highlight the challenges faced by local providers, emphasize the importance of local control, and announce upcoming events like the...
Broadband Labels Rules and Regulations, With Dereck DeVries
The StoryConnect Podcast - March 27, 2024 11:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsNow that the rules have been finalized, Dereck DeVries, of Vantage Point, shares the latest on what marketers, communicators and executives need to know about the where, what and when of broadband labels.
The Question of Internet Affordability Beyond ACP - Episode 594 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Community Broadband Bits - March 26, 2024 15:50 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn the latest podcast episode, Christopher, Ry Marcattilio, and Sean Gonsalves discuss the end of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) and the urgent need for sustainable internet affordability solutions in the U.S. They highlight successful models of community-owned broadband netw...
Lights! Camera! Action! Internet? One filmmaker shares how taking her craft online changed her work, opened new doors for moviemaking
Connected Nation - March 20, 2024 11:00 - 47 minutesIn recognition of Women's History Month, we're putting a spotlight on women who are leaders in tech or leveraging technology in new ways. On this episode of Connected Nation, we talk with award-winning writer, producer, and director Jessica Mathis (aka Divinity Rose) about taking her craft on...
Staff Leadership Programs to Grow Future Leaders, With Chinelle Christensen
The StoryConnect Podcast - March 20, 2024 10:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsSioux Valley Energy's staff LEAD program builds a culture of cooperation across the utility, creating a competitive edge when recruiting talent. Learn how projects from the leadership program improved volunteerism programs, removed silos and strengthened the co-op's internal communicati...
Unlocking Community-Driven Broadband Initiatives with Brian Snider - Episode 593 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Community Broadband Bits - March 19, 2024 22:48 - 40 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this podcast episode, Christopher speaks with Brian Snider, founder of Lit Communities, discussing his extensive experience in the broadband industry and the importance of community-driven broadband initiatives. They emphasize the need for innovative business models to bridge the dig...
A technology-based model for mental health: How it's improving quality of care, expanding treatment options
Connected Nation - March 13, 2024 12:00 - 41 minutesIn recognition of Women's History Month, we're putting a spotlight on women who are leaders in tech or leveraging technology in new ways. On this episode of Connected Nation, we're talking with the CEO and co-founder of Oria Health, Amanda Havard. Learn how the company is addressing the crit...
Working with Different Kinds of Co-ops to Build Our Shared Story, With Cathy Statz
The StoryConnect Podcast - March 13, 2024 10:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsFood co-ops, credit unions, utilities and other types of co-ops may serve different needs, but we share many of the same stories. Cooperative educator Cathy Statz talks about the power of sharing the cross-sector co-op story with young people, then offers advice for building your local ...
Data Challenges for Equitable Broadband Access In Fresno, CA and Beyond - Episode 592 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Community Broadband Bits - March 12, 2024 14:03 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this podcast episode, Christopher speaks with Philip Neufeld, Executive Officer for Information Technology at the Fresno Unified School District, about the vital role of data in addressing broadband challenges in low-income areas. They discuss Neufeld's proactive data collection effo...
Denise Maskew: Woman in Tech, Mentor, Inspirational
Walking the Walk - March 07, 2024 15:00 - 19 minutesAn integral lead in TalkTalk’s Women in Tech employee network, Denise Maskew tells her own career story and how she’s navigated an industry largely dominated by males. We spoke to Denise for International Women’s Day. This year’s theme is ‘inspire inclusion’ and Denise perfectly embodi...
Unveiling the hybrid network model: GeoLinks' vision for connectivity
Connected Nation - March 06, 2024 20:00 - 34 minutesOn today's episode of the Connected Nation podcast, we welcome Ryan Adams, the President and Chief Operations Officer of GeoLinks, a California-based telecommunications company. Ryan shares what he believes in standing in the way of helping millions more Americans, AND we explore the hybrid ne...
Photo Tips to Tell Better Stories, With Chris Pietsch
The StoryConnect Podcast - March 06, 2024 18:20 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsChris Pietsch, director of photography for Gannett Newspapers in Oregon, shares tips on "making — not taking" better photos while previewing the sessions he will lead at StoryConnect in April.
Without Political Power, There is No Path to Digital Equity - Episode 591 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Community Broadband Bits - March 05, 2024 19:32 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsEpisode 591 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast features a panel from Net Inclusion that Christopher Mitchell moderated entitled, "Without Political Power, There is No Path to Digital Equity." In it, panelists raise difficult questions for the digital equity movement about whether t...
Upcoming 2024 TNBA Convention & Showcase
Lead Tennessee Radio - March 04, 2024 17:10 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsThe annual TNBA Convention & Showcase will be here before we know it! What changes have been made and what can attendees expect from the 2024 convention? Charlie Boring, this year’s convention committee chair, joined the show to tell us all about it. The convention is June 4-6. Regist...
How Self-Editing Can Make You A Better Writer, With Teddy Feinberg
The StoryConnect Podcast - February 28, 2024 12:00 - 18 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsTeddy Feinberg, managing editor at the Idaho Press, gives us a preview of his sessions at StoryConnect 2024, where he will be the writing instructor. In this episode, Teddy focuses on the value of concise writing and gives tips on how to improve your writing by self-editing.
Lincoln Park and Smart City Initiatives in Fort Pierce with Jason Mittler - Episode 590 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Community Broadband Bits - February 27, 2024 20:55 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsIn this podcast episode, Christopher and Jason Mittler discuss the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Network, a fiber optic network in Fort Pierce, Florida, highlighting its diverse applications in providing Internet, utility services, smart grid solutions, and smart city services. They a...
Breaking barriers: Black tech leaders' vision for digital equity
Connected Nation - February 21, 2024 19:00 - 1 hourOn today's episode we celebrate and mark Black History Month by exploring issues important to African Americans relating to broadband, technology, and the Digital Divide. We welcome guests that are leaders in a variety of areas in tech for a round table discussion on everything from the misuse...
Questions to Ask Before You Start Market Research, With John Marling
The StoryConnect Podcast - February 21, 2024 13:00 - 25 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsJohn Marling has been conducting market research for almost four decades. In this episode, he shares insights on what marketers and communicators need to think about in order to get meaningful, actionable data from their research. Learn more at pioneer.coop/surveys.
People Over Profit: DigitalC's Mission to Connect Communities in Cleveland- Episode 589 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Community Broadband Bits - February 20, 2024 18:44 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThis week on the podcast, Christopher talks with Joshua Edmonds, CEO of DigitalC, a nonprofit in Cleveland, Ohio, dedicated to bridging the digital divide. DigitalC provides fast, affordable internet at $18/month, along with digital literacy training and device deployment. They've recen...
Thoughts from an Engineer – Celebrating Engineers During National Engineering Week
Lead Tennessee Radio - February 16, 2024 12:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsNational Engineers Week is Feb. 18-24. To celebrate, Matthew Boynton, engineer at BTC Fiber, joined the podcast to tell us about his journey to telecom engineering, and to help our listeners understand how engineering impacts every area of our daily lives.
Planning is Good, but Pivoting is Better in Fort Collins, Colorado - Episode 588 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Community Broadband Bits - February 14, 2024 20:19 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsThis week on the podcast, Christopher is joined by Chad Crager, Broadband Executive Director at City of Fort Collins, to talk about the rapidly maturing city-owned network they call Connexion. From a feasibility study in 2018 to the lion's share of construction completed today, Connexio...
A call to action for closing the digital access, design, and use divides
Connected Nation - February 14, 2024 18:00 - 30 minutesOn Season 5 Episode 5, we walk through the 2024 National Educational Technology Plan. It examines how technologies can raise the bar for elementary and secondary students – and offers solutions already being utilized by schools, districts, and states to close digital inequities in learning. W...
Recruitications: Using Communications to Recruit Staff, With Weston Putman
The StoryConnect Podcast - February 14, 2024 11:30 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratingsToday's jobseekers are watching your utility's communications to see what kind of organization you are. And while your primary audience will almost always be your members or customers, Weston Putman says it's crucial to signal to potential new hires that your organization is a place the...
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