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Rural Broadband Connectivity: Strategies from Santa Cruz County

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In a recent episode of The Broadband Bunch podcast, host Brad Hine sat down with Zach Friend, Santa Cruz County Supervisor, at Mountain Connect 2024 to discuss […]

Federal Broadband Funding: Navigating BABA Compliance

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. At this year’s Mountain Connect, held in the city of Denver, Colorado, the Broadband Bunch’s host, Brad Hine, had a conversation with Lori Adams from Nokia. This […]

Broadband Expansion: Broadband Communities West Summit and Western U.S. Deployment

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine sits down with Brad Randall, the editor of Broadband Communities and Chair of Broadband Communities West, to […]

Solving Broadband Construction and Workforce Challenges

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, Pete Pizzutillo is live at Fiber Connect 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. He is joined by Trent Edwards, CEO at TAK […]

Broadband Expansion: Swank Construction’s Fiber Optics Initiative

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Tyler Ashner of Swank Construction at Fiber Connect 2024. They discuss the traditional civil construction […]

Digital Transformation in Telecom: A Strategy for Innovation

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. A Conversation on Digital Transformation  In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, hosted live from Nashville, Tennessee, Pete Pizzutillo speaks with Katie Curtis, the Chief Information Officer […]

Tribal Connectivity: The Choctaw Nation’s Broadband Revolution

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. During this episode of the Broadband Bunch podcast, hosted by Brad Hine, Robert Griffin, a veteran in the telecommunications industry, shared his strategic insights on enhancing broadband […]

Broadband Marketing Innovations: DXTel’s Strategic Insights

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, broadcast live from Fiber Connect 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee, host Pete Pizzutillo welcomed Brian Snider and John Sullivan of DxTEL. […]

Broadband Expansion: BEAD Program Developments and Strategic Deployment

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. This episode of the Broadband Bunch, hosted by Brad Hine, was recorded live at Fiber Connect 2024 in Nashville. Featuring Lori Adams, the Vice President of Broadband […]

Fiber Deployment Challenges and Strategies

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Introduction to Greg Wilson and Ripple Fiber The episode of The Broadband Bunch begins with Greg Wilson sharing his journey to becoming the CEO of Ripple Fiber. […]

Broadband and Technological Trends: Empowering Communities

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this engaging of the Broadband Bunch, Pete Pizzutillo hosts a compelling discussion with Curtis Dean, the executive director of the Community Broadband Action Network (CBAN). Recorded […]

Broadband Leadership Insights and Workforce Development Strategies

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. This year’s Fiber Connect, held in Nashville, Tennessee, was an event brimming with insights and innovative discussions. Among the key highlights was an in-depth conversation with Heather […]

Fiber Broadband: Unpacking Middle Mile Strategies with Great Plains Communication

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In an episode of the Broadband Bunch podcast, host Pete Pizzutillo interviewed Joe Pellegrini, President and CEO of Great Plains Communications, at Fiber Connect 2024 in Nashville. […]

Broadband Regulations 2024: Navigating New FCC Reporting Mandates

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine engages with Rhyan Neble, Vice President of Product Innovation at ETI Software. Following a tour of industry […]

Broadband Innovations in Agriculture: Technology’s Role at Land O’Lakes

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, we are joined by Teddy Bekele, the Chief Technology Officer at Land O’Lakes, during our special broadcast from Fiber Connect […]

Broadband Infrastructure: Expert Insights on Automation, Community Engagement, and Future Trends

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine engages with Rob Johnson, the CTO of Novos Fiber. This discussion provides an in-depth exploration of Rob’s […]

Telecommunications Trends: AI and Design Automation in Broadband

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. This episode of The Broadband Bunch, hosted by Pete Pizzutillo, presents a discussion with Alain Meller, Deputy CEO of Setics. Meller provides a detailed account of the […]

Broadband Technology and Insights: Reflecting on 10 Years at Mountain Connect

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. A Milestone Celebration at Mountain Connect This special episode of The Broadband Bunch, hosted by Joe Coldebella, features Jeff Gavlinski, CEO of Mountain Connect, as they delve […]

Broadband Trends: Fiber Expansion and Private Equity

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. The latest episode of the Broadband Bunch, featuring Ray O’Connor, Senior Vice President of Sales at Indigo, offered a deep dive into the transformative trends in the […]

Fiber Connect 2024: Unveiling the Future of Broadband

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch, this time focusing on the much-anticipated Fiber Connect Conference set to occur in Nashville, Tennessee, at the Gaylord Opryland […]

Digital Transformation Insights: Modernizing the Utility Sector

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine welcomes listeners from the bustling expo floor of the 2024 UTC Telecom and Technology Conference in Mobile, […]

Utility Telecom Insights: Exploring Spectrum Allocation and Global Challenges

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch podcast, hosted by Brad Hine, listeners are treated to an engaging discussion with Kathy Nelson, the founder and principal of […]

Network Transformation: Enhancing Utility Efficiency with Telecom Innovations

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. This episode of The Broadband Bunch delves into the integration of utility infrastructures with broadband and telecommunications technology. Recorded at the 2024 UTC Telecom and Technology Conference […]

Utility Technology Trends and Insights from the 2024 UTC Conference

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. This episode of The Broadband Bunch was recorded live at the 2024 UTC Telecom and Technology Conference in Mobile, Alabama, where the host Brad Hine is joined […]

Wi-Fi Solutions: Revolutionizing Connectivity in Multifamily Homes

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch the discussion unfolds at the 2024 Broadband Communities Summit located just outside Houston, Texas, in The Woodlands. This significant event, […]

Broadband Expansion and Future-proofing Networks with TriTechne

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch listeners are given an insightful look into the complexities and dynamics of the broadband industry. Recorded in Hot Springs, Arkansas, […]

Fiber Infrastructure: Exploring Cityside Fiber’s Broadband Initiatives

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Brad Hine hosts this episode of the Broadband Bunch was recorded at the Broadband Community Summit in Houston, Texas, the episode features an in-depth discussion with Jonathan […]

Telecommunications Trends: Exploring Data and Regulation

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, hosted by Brad Hine, they delve into the dynamic world of telecommunications with a seasoned expert, Bryan Darr. With a […]

Broadband Regulation: Insights from Broadband Community Summit 2024

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch podcast, host Brad Hine welcomes Casey Lide, a partner at the global law firm Keller and Heckman. This discussion delves […]

Fiber Deployment Insights: Exploring Telecom Policy and Broadband Infrastructure

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In a recent episode of The Broadband Bunch podcast, recorded live from the FTTH Europe Conference in Berlin, host Pete Pizzutillo sat down with Benoit Felten, a […]

Broadband Network Infrastructure: Transformation with Digital Data and LiDAR Technology

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In an engaging episode of the Broadband Bunch podcast, host Pete Pizzutillo speaks with Guilherme Cunha of Cyclomedia, live from the bustling environment of the FTTH H2024 […]

Telecommunications Trends and Broadband Innovations

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo welcomes Kajsa Arvidsson, the Chief Marketing Officer of Genexis, at the FTTH Conference in Berlin. This podcast […]

FTTH Rollout, AI, Automation, and Telecom Industry Trends

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In an engaging episode of the Broadband Bunch, hosted by Pete Pizzutillo, Amerigo Garofano, Vice President of Telecom at Sightracker, shares insights into the telecommunications industry’s current […]

Global Telecom Trends: Insights from Vikram at FTTH Europe 2024

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In a compelling episode of the Broadband Bunch, Pete Pizzutillo hosts Vikram Chimalgi, the Senior Vice President at Cyient, at the FTTH (Fiber to the Home) Europe […]

Exploring Broadband Innovations with Nokia’s Stefaan Vanhastel

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch podcast, hosted by Pete Pizzutillo at the FTTH Europe conference in Berlin, Stefaan Vanhastel, VP of Marketing and Innovation of […]

Fiber Networks: Key Insights from FTTH Conference

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, hosted by Pete Pizzutillo at the FTTH Conference in Berlin, the spotlight is on Dr. Cara Schwarz-Schilling, the Director of […]

Uniting the Broadband Ecosystem for a Transformative Future

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, bringing you stories, stats, and samples from […]

Broadband Leadership: Insights on Policy and Funding

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In the latest episode of the Broadband Bunch podcast host Brad Hine welcomes Lori Adams, a distinguished broadband expert and attorney with over 20 years of experience […]

Exploring the Future of Fiber: Insights from Broadband Forum’s CEO at FTTH Europe Show

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. This episode of the Broadband Bunch is hosted by Pete Pizzutillo, featuring Craig Thomas, CEO of the Broadband Forum, live from the FTTH Europe show in Berlin. […]

Bridging the Digital Divide: Strategic Planning and CAPEX Optimization

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Introduction to Gravity Path Partners In a recent episode of the Broadband Bunch podcast, host Brad Heine engages in a stimulating conversation with John Canker, managing director […]

Bridging the Digital Divide: How Libraries Are Becoming Connectivity Hubs

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Beau Ford, the Digital Equity and Inclusion Program Manager for the New Mexico State Library, joined the Broadband Bunch podcast to discuss his work bridging the digital […]

Connect LA’s Initiatives for Statewide Broadband in Louisiana

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Welcome to another informative update from the world of broadband, brought to you directly from the Broadband Bunch at Connect America in Irving, Texas. In this edition, […]

Expert Insights from the Kansas Office of Broadband Development Director

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. The Broadband Bunch podcast episode features an insightful conversation with Jade Piros de Carvalho, the director of the Kansas Office of Broadband Development (KOBD), at the Connected […]

Customer-Centric Broadband: Navigating Iowa’s Evolving Landscape

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In a recent conversation on The Broadband Bunch Podcast, Curtis Dean, President of SmartSource Consulting LLC and Co-Founder of Community Broadband Action Network discussed the importance of […]

Empowering Marginalized Communities: Hello World’s Sustainable Approach to Bridging the Digital Divide

The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In a recent episode of the Broadband Bunch podcast, host Brad Hine engages in a conversation with Katrin McMillan, the founder of Hello World. Hello World is […]

Navigating the Intersection of Real Estate and Broadband

  The following summary has been condensed for length and readability. To listen to the full discussion, click here. This episode is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. In a recent episode of The Broadband Bunch podcast, Matt Fowler, a director at Triangle MLS, shared valuable insights into the evolving landscape of real estate […]

Insights from Industry Experts on Mapping, Data, and Bridging the Digital Divide

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are in the Harrison Edwards Media Center at Mountain Connect in […]

Revolutionizing Rural Connectivity: The Iowa Communications Alliance Journey

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are in Des Moines, Iowa, at the Community Broadband Action […]

Building Broadband: A CEO’s Journey to Bridging the Digital Divide and Overcoming Industry Challenges

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and Vetro FiberMap. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello, and welcome to another episode of The […]

Telecom Success: Insights from Great Plains Communications CEO Joe Pellegrini

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software.   Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and Vetro FiberMap. Hello and welcome again to another episode of the Broadband […]

Maximizing Broadband Efficiency: Harnessing Data with Nrby for Smarter Networks

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and Vetro FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello, and welcome to another episode of the […]

Calix ConneXions 2023: Revolutionizing Broadband Solutions with Scott Neuman

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and Vetro FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of The […]

Breaking Boundaries: Redefining Broadband Networks for a Digital Future

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and Vetro FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of The […]

Mastering the Microsoft Ecosystem: Insights from Ciellos’ Daryn Terlesky

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and  VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband […]

Fiber Market Consolidation in the UK: A Discussion with Steve Leighton

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and  VETRO FiberMap. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband […]

Closing the Digital Divide: Insights from the Capital Projects Fund on Nationwide Broadband Connectivity

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and  VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband […]

Broadband Insights: Connectivity & Social Media Innovation

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and  VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband […]

Paul Bunyan Communications’ Innovative Broadband Journey

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and  VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband […]

Navigating the Complex Landscape of Telehealth

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m […]

A Look Back at 2023 in the Broadband Industry

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to a special edition of […]

Navigating the Path to Fiber Broadband Connectivity Success

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m […]

The Evolving Landscape of UK Broadband

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. This […]

Unveiling the Future of Fiber Broadband with Evann Freeman

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and  VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband […]

Transforming Fiber Network Deployment with GIS Solutions

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. We […]

The Changing Landscape of Broadband Funding

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in Broadband-land. Welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, continuing to bring you stories, stats, and samples […]

Revolutionizing Connectivity and Building the Future of Fiber

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. We […]

The New Era of Broadband Challenges and Opportunities

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. My […]

Hunter Communications Connecting Communities

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and  VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband […]

FCC Broadband Labels: Unveiling the New Mandates and Reporting Requirements

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and  VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Broadband Labels and Reporting Requirements Unveiled Brad Hine: Hello […]

Lumos’ Vision for Empowering Communities with Fiber Broadband

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of The […]

The Impact of One Touch Switching Mandate on UK Consumers

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of the […]

ATX Network’s Innovations Meeting Market Challenges

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Brad Hine: Hello, again, Broadband Land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, continuing to bring stories, stats, […]

Discussing Workforce Diversity and Inclusion in the Fiber Industry

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and Vetro FiberMap. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and Vetro FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of Broadband […]

Navigating the Broadband Landscape with Jacki Miskimins

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome back to another episode of the […]

Transforming Broadband Networks with netElastic

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Brad Hine: Hello everyone in broadband land, and welcome to another […]

Driving the Fiber Revolution

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m […]

Cityside Fiber’s Journey to Connect Communities

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. My […]

Exploring Sterlite’s Fiber Innovations and Industry Insights

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine. And today, we are onsite at the […]

Navigating the Open Access Revolution

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are in the Harrison Edwards Media Center at Mountain Connect […]

Bridging the Digital Divide One Rural Community at a Time

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband […]

Navigating the Future of Broadband

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of the Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband […]

How Actifai’s AI-Powered Solutions Are Transforming the Industry

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Brad Hine: Hello everyone in Broadband land, and welcome to another […]

How Rural Broadband Fuels Smart Communities

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. We are in Fort Lauderdale, Florida at the NTCA SRC Live or Smart Rural Communities […]

How AI is Transforming the Telecommunications Industry

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are in the Harrison Edwards Media Center at Mountain Connect […]

Bridging the Broadband Gap with Dr. Christopher Ali

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are in the Harrison Edwards Media Center at Mountain Connect […]

Navigating the Future of Connectivity at Connected Britain 2023

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: This episode of The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software and VETRO FiberMap. Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. My […]

Empowering Rural Communities with Multi-Gig Broadband Services

  The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, and we are coming to you […]

How Technology is Revolutionizing Agriculture in Heartland Farms

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. We are in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida at the NTCA, SRC Live Event. I’m your host, […]

NightWatch: Revolutionizing Safety Solutions for Domestic Violence and Witness Intimidation

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. We are in Fort Lauderdale, Florida at the NTCA SRC Live event. I’m your host, […]

Colorado’s Journey to Equitable Broadband Access

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Pete Pizzutillo, and I’m here joined by Brandy Reitter. She’s the executive director at […]

Empowering Futures and Unlocking Opportunity with Broadband and Digital Skills

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Joe Coldebella, and we are in historic downtown Wilson, North Carolina at […]

Unlocking the Future of Rural Broadband for Community ISPs

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Pete Pizzutillo, and I am joined today by Jeff Neblett. He is the CEO of […]

Reflections on the UTC Conference 2023

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, bringing you stories, stats, and samples from […]

Helping Rural Broadband ISPs Connect Remote Communities

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, bringing you stories, stats, and samples from […]

Paul Bunyan Communications’ Tech Evolution

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch we are in Fort Lauderdale, Florida at the NTCA SRC event. I’m your host, Joe […]

From Tech-Driven Infrastructure to Innovation Exchange

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Joe Coldebella, and we are in historic downtown Wilson, North Carolina at […]

Navigating State Broadband Initiatives for Equitable Connectivity

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. We are in Fort Lauderdale, Florida at the NTCA SRC Live Event. I’m your host, […]

Fueling Tech Innovation and Empowering Entrepreneurs

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Joe Colabella, and we are in historic downtown Wilson, North Carolina at […]

Embracing the AI Revolution

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Joe Coldebella. We are in historic downtown Wilson, North Carolina at the 2023 […]

Telecom law, regulations, and accurate broadband mapping

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, bringing you stats, stories, and samples from […]

How Electric Cooperatives Are Lighting Up Rural Internet Access

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, and we are on-site here at the […]

Importance of Broadband Infrastructure and Digital Inclusion Exploration

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I am Pete Pizzutillo. I’m joined today by Dr. Roberto Gallardo. He’s the director at […]

Empowering Rural Broadband Expansion Through Partnerships

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, and today we are coming to you […]

Empowering Tribal Communities Through High-Speed Broadband

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are in Houston, Texas at the Broadband Community Summit coming to […]

Newark Fiber: Building Universal Connectivity

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello everyone in broadband land. This is another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, coming to you from Dallas, Texas, on-site […]

Global Connected Series: From Britain to America

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello. Welcome to another episode of Broadband Bunch. I am at Connected America in Dallas, Texas along with my co-host, Brad Hine. We are joined […]

Rural Broadband Strategy Insights with Amanda Hofer

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. We are in Dallas, Texas at Connected America hosted by Total Telecom. Connected America is doing […]

Hexvarium’s Geospatial Approach to Building Smarter Networks

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello everyone in Broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine. We are coming to you from Dallas, […]

Unlocking Web3: The Potential of Read, Write, and Own Internet

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone, in broadband land.  Welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. We are here on site today in Dallas, Texas for the Connected […]

WISP Industry Navigation and Spectrum Insights from an Expert

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello everyone in broadband land and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, bringing you stories, stats, and samples from the […]

Wireless Internet and Digital Transformation: Uniting Communities

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Brad Hine, your host, here with stories, stats, and samples from […]

Artificial Intelligence Unleashed: Unlocking the Power in Broadband

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Joe Coldebella. We are in Houston, Texas at the Broadband Communities Summit, coming […]

Exploring the Evolution of Broadband: Insights from WISPA America 2023

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land. Welcome to the Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, coming to you with stories, stats, and samples from the […]

Broadband Marketing: Leveling the Playing Field for Rural Providers

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella and we are at NTCA’s annual RTIME in sunny San Diego. Joining […]

Broadband Infrastructure: Understanding the Importance of Internet Exchange Points

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Pete Pizzutillo, and I am joined here by Hunter Newbie. He’s the owner of […]

Unpacking the Evolving Landscape of Broadband: Insights from David Strauss

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I am Pete Pizzutillo, and I am joined today by David Strauss. He’s the principal […]

The Power of Digital Infrastructure and Operations Science

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I am Pete Pizzutillo, and I am joined today by Todd Zabelle. He is the […]

Empowering Rural Communities

Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are at NTCA’s annual RTIME event in sunny San Diego. Joining me is Pam Becker, the executive director of the Foundation for Rural Service. Pam, welcome to the Broadband Bunch. Pam Becker: Thanks so much, Joe. It’s an […]

Broadband Deployment: Fiber? Why Not in Minot, North Dakota

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are at NTCA’s annual RTime Event in sunny San Diego. […]

Broadband Funding: The Key to Success is Strategic Planning

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land. Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine. Today, I’m on-site at the NTCA’s 2023 RTIME […]

Helping Transform and Grow cloud communications revenue

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are at NTCA’s annual RTIME event in sunny San Diego. Joining me […]

Streamlining Broadband Construction Using Digital Solutions

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land, this is Brad Hine, your host of The Broadband Bunch. I’m coming to you live from San Diego, California. We’re […]

The Broadband Group and Render Networks: Building Fiber Outside Plant

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch, my name is Pete Pizzutillo, and I am joined by two guests today. I have […]

The importance of creating a gigabit society for customers and communities

 The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. This is Pete Pizzutillo. I am live at the Calix Connexions 2022, and I’m joined […]

Preview of the WISPAMERICA conference 2023

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in Broadband land. I’m your host, Brad Hine, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. Today we have two great guests […]

Helping our partners digitalize and automate their operations.

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I am Pete Pizzutillo and I am joined today by a regional customer business executive, […]

The Cumberland Connect Story

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are at Calix Connections 2022 at the Win Resort in […]

Connecting 10,000 subscribers in 2 years.

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome again to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. This is Pete Pizzutillo, and I am joined by two gentlemen from MidSouth Fiber, […]

Fiber gaming: How could ISP’s tap into the gamer demographic?

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Kaleigh: Welcome to the Broadband Bunch. My name is Kaleigh Cox. I am an ambassador of the Broadband Bunch, as well as an occasional co-host here. It’s […]

What’s on the horizon for broadband industry for 2023

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. My name is Pete Pizzutillo here at Calix Connections 2022. And I am joined by […]

GLDS, awarded the Calix Partner of the year

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. This is Pete Pizzutillo at the Calix Connections 2022. I am joined by Adam Ross […]

Providing fiber delivering services into communities across Oregon and Washington

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. This is Pete Pizzutillo and I am joined today by the CEO of LS Networks, […]

Advantages of being a second provider in the market

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella and we are at Calix Connections 2022 at the Wind Resort in […]

Bringing a fiber network to Northern Alabama

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. My name is Pete Pizzutillo and we are at Calix Connections 2022 at the Wynn […]

Ensuring fast internet to the cooperative’s members

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. My name is Pete Pizzutillo, and I am here at the Calix Connections 2022 in […]

Striving to bring high-speed internet to Southern Oregon

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. This is Pete Pizzutillo. We are at Calix ConneXions 2022 in Las Vegas, and I am joined […]

An innovative billing system for broadband providers

Pete Pizzutillo: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. This is Pete Pizzutillo. I am live at the Calix ConneXions 2022, and I’m joined by Amir Heydarkhan from Camv.io Amir, thanks for joining us. Amir Heydarkhan: Thank you. Thank you for having me. Pete Pizzutillo: Yeah. Amir is the CTO and co-founder […]

Bringing connectivity to the Arkansas Delta

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella and we are at Calyx ConneXions 2022 at the Wind Resort in Las Vegas, […]

Serving rural communities with a blueprint for success

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. We are at Calix ConneXions 2022. This is Pete Pizzutillo, and I am joined by […]

How to segment and target with good data

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. My name is Pete Pizzutillo, and I am joined by Natalie Straight. She’s the director of […]

Spotlight on the importance of connectivity

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and joining me is the Principal at the Pivot Group, Bernie Arnason. […]

What’s Next for Telehealth?

Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella and we are joined by broadband advocate and telehealth expert, Craig Settles. Craig, welcome to The Broadband Bunch. Craig Settles: Thank you very much for having me. I appreciate it very much. Joe Coldebella: Oh no, we always enjoy bringing […]

Insights about women in tech, mentoring, and digital inclusion

Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella and we are at SCTE Cable Tech Expo 2022 in the city of Brotherly Love, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Joining me today is Zenita Henderson, the CMO of Segra. Zenita, welcome to the Broadband Bunch. Zenita Henderson: Thank you. Thank you for […]

Uplifting innovation and problem solving at community level

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello. And welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are at the SCTE Cable-Tech Expo in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Joining […]

Using broadband to Manage and Repair Tractors In-Field

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella. Recently we were at the SCTE Cable-Tec Expo in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. While […]

High-speed internet and telephone service for West Texas

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, your host for this episode. Joining me is Patrick Sherrill, the general […]

Creating a favorable business environment for telecos

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Jeff: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host today, Jeff Boozer. Today, we’re speaking with Brett Kilbourne, the Utility Technology Council’s […]

Calix ConneXions 2022 event review and more

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. My name is Pete Pizzutillo and I have the pleasure of speaking with Michael Weening. […]

Insights on the US wireless market

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hello, everyone. In broadband land, I’m your host, Brad Hein, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. Our guest today is Jeff Moore, the […]

Financial Transformation in Broadband

Peter Pizzutillo Thank you for joining us today. I like to welcome this special guest, Brandon Ogilvie. He’s the CFO of all points broadband. Brendan, thanks for joining our conversation today about financial transformation. Brandon Ogilvie Thank you. Happy to be here. Peter Pizzutillo We’re gonna dig in a little bit about what you and […]

Your Fiber Network is Complete. Now What?

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. We are at Fiber Connect 2022, and I’m with Jeff Boozer and Guy Bevente, and […]

Broadband funding should enhance digital skills not just technology

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella and we are at the Broadband Access event, making the most of […]

Event Recap of Fiber Connect 2022

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella. We are at Fiber Connect 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. This event is […]

Women in Fiber – Fiber Broadband Association

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Joe Coldebella. Joining me today are Holly Ruser and Alexa Edens. These […]

Smart cities with Terabit-Ready Networks

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella and we are at Fiber Connect 2022 in Nashville, Tennessee. This event, of […]

Making High-speed internet service affordable to all

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. My name is Pete Pizzutillo and I am joined today by Kathryn de Wit of […]

Rural Broadband Association’s mission to close the digital divide

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello. Welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella. We are at SRC Live. This event is hosted by the NTCA, the […]

Telehealth to enhance the healthcare in rural communities

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella, and we are at SRC Live. This event is hosted by the […]

A resource helping communities kick starting economic growth.

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe: Hello. And welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella and we are at SRC Live. This event is hosted by the NTCA-The […]

Rural broadband to Connect Rural Schools and Communities

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella and we are at the SRC Live. This event is hosted by […]

High-speed internet in Puerto Rico, a conversation with V2A Consulting

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Brad Hine: Hello, everyone in broadband land, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, bringing you another story from the […]

Broadband Mapping is Creating a Foundation for Simplifying Complex Networks

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete: Welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. We’re here live at The Broadband Community Summit 2022, in the Harrison Edwards Studio. I’m joined today by […]

Bringing Broadband Connectivity to Up-State New York

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello, and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. We’re at Broadband Communities 2022, coming to you from the Harrison Edwards Summit Studio. I’m […]

How US Ignite Is Accelerating the Smart City Movement

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. We are at Broadband Communities, 2022. Coming to you from the Harrison Edwards summit studio. […]

Smart City Chattanooga’s story and creating an inclusive future for it

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. We’re at Broadband Communities, 2022, coming to you from the Harrison Edwards, summit studio. I’m […]

Digital divide, can it be narrowed down with the current BEAD program?

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella. We are at Broadband Communities 2022, coming to you from the Harrison […]

A Fixed-Wireless franchise model for unserved and underserved

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software Brad Hine: Hello, everyone, in broadband land, and welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m your host, Brad Hine, bringing you another unique story from […]

Fiber Network That is Locally Built and Consumer-Friendly, FPUA’s Broadband Story

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Kaleigh Cox: Welcome to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. I’m your host today, Kaleigh Cox, and joining me, our Jason Mittler and Rachel Tennant of FPUA […]

Video Streaming Apps and Services, Bundled and Simplified

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella. Joining me today is my colleague and co-host, Kaleigh Cox. Hey, Kaleigh. […]

Broadband Infrastructure: How SIP Is Driving The Future Of Broadband Technology?

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch.  The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Hello, and welcome you to another episode of the Broadband Bunch. My name is Pete Pizzutillo and I am joined today by David Gilford. David, thanks […]

Broadband Connectivity: How Maine Is Working Hard To End The Digital Divide

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Joe Coldebella: Hello and welcome to another episode of The Broadband Bunch. I’m Joe Coldebella. Joining me today is the Director of the Connect Maine Authority, Peggy […]

Airband: A Microsoft Initiative Aimed To Close The Digital Divide

The following transcript has been edited for length and readability. Listen to the entire discussion here on The Broadband Bunch. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by ETI Software. Pete Pizzutillo: Welcome to The Broadband Bunch. A podcast about broadband and how it impacts us all. Join us to learn about the state of the industry […]

Broadband Workforce Development: Is Investing in Employee Training The Key?

Steve Harris of SCTE makes us understand how broadband workforce management and training can help handle the rapid broadband growth.

Broadband Software: Introducing the Periodic Table of Broadband Tools

In this episode, Joe and Pete chat about the Periodic Table of Broadband Tools. One of the primary goals of the Broadband Bunch is to be a source that educates.

Low latency High Speed Broadband With Better Broadband Infrastructure

This episode features Dennis Kyle, SVP of the Zayo Group talking about what lies ahead for the Zayo Group and the broadband industry

IoT on the Farm – Precision Agriculture: An Interview with Rob Tiffany

Rob Tiffany shares his views on the importance of IoT, data, and connectivity when it comes to agriculture in rural communities.

“We focus on narrowing the battlefield of cybersecurity”

This episode recorded live at the Mountain Connect 2021 features Kyle Glaeser of Underline discussing all things Broadband Security!

Broadband Deployment – Connecting Rural Communities in The Keystone State

This podcast features David & Laura Gibbon talking about their goal to bring high-speed broadband to central PA.

Tribal Broadband: RedFi Broadband, Working Hard to Bring Connectivity to his South Carolina Tribe.

Mico Hadjo is working hard to bring connectivity to his independent, self-governing tribe in South Carolina.

Broadband Data & Mapping: Building a Better Foundation For the Future

A Discussion on broadband coverage and the importance of mapping to solve the digital divide and bring broadband to unserved and underserved

Broadband Industry Outlook – interview with Rick Talbot, ACG Research

A great discussion on how the industry is at a crossroads and how important it will be for the industry to get it right moving forward.

Remote and Rural Broadband in the United Kingdom

Tim Higgs on starting their customers with wireless and when possible, rapidly moving them over to a high-speed fiber connection.

Fiber Connect 2021: Interview with Luke Burkhard

Luke Burkhart, Account Manager at ComNet shares his experience attending the Fiber Connect event for the first time!

“We don’t all have the same vision. There are different ways to solve the problem.”

Nokia’s Mark Klimek talks about the innovations that Nokia is rolling out, about the digital divide in us and around the globe.

Fiber Connect 2021: Interview with Tom Counts, 3GIS

This podcast features the founder of 3GIS Tom Counts sharing with us the 3-GIS story from the Fiber Connect 2021.

Broadband Workforce Challenges and Opportunities

Camilla Formica, CRO of NCTI shared her views and explained the importance of training the next generation of telecommunications workers

Changing with the Times. Adopting a Broadband Strategy that Best Serves Your Community

CEO, of Adams Telephone Co-Operative talking about his company, managing Hybrid Broadband Networks, GIS data, and more

“Even cows need a gigabit connection!” How ROCK Networks is ramping up connectivity in rural Canada?

President and CEO of ROCK Networks, Joe Hickey talking about how Rock Networks is ramping up connectivity in rural Canada.

Broadband Community Event: Mountain Connect 2021

This episode features the director and chief architect behind Mountain Connect, Jeff Gavlinski, Talking about Mountain Connect 2021, an agnostic event that concentrates on bringing connectivity to the Western United States with an emphasis on helping underserved and unserved areas.

Critical Broadband Infrastructure Trends: Interview with TM Forum Analyst Ed Finegold

This episode, features TM Forum analyst, Ed Finegold about his research into broadband as critical infrastructure and more.

Electric Cooperative Broadband: Interview with GoSemo

In this episode with Sean Vanslyke, CEO, SEMO Electric Cooperative, we touch on a number of areas including Camp SEMO, a boots on the ground tutorial to help new employees and guests of the co-operative learn about the inner workings of the GoSEMO fiber operation.

Broadband Marketing that Helps Tier One and Tier Two providers take on the big guys

This episode decodes the three ways DxTEL is helping local community-based fiber providers compete against national providers.

Providing Tech Support to Rural Broadband ISPs

Scott Lauber, President, and CFO of ISPN Help Desk & Network Services explaining how they are Providing Tech Support to Rural Broadband ISPs.

5G for 12Gz Coalition Pushes FCC Spectrum Policy

This episode features RS Access Co-founder, V Noah Campbell, one of the driving forces behind the 5G for 12MHz initiative. With an incredibly diverse coalition of 29 stakeholders, the 5G for 12MHz coalition is spearheading an effort to unlock the power of the 12MHz band by advocating that the FCC unlock the 500MHz of existing terrestrial licenses in the 12 GHz band.

Rural Broadband Communities: Bridging the Digital Divide in Canada

This episode features Amedeo Bernardi, Founder of the CRRBC discussing the digital divide, broadband funding, and the problems as well as the solutions that have led to rural broadband becoming available in Canada.

Community Broadband Makes a Difference

Whether it’s delivering gig service or helping the less fortunate gain access to the internet, Ting and their philosophy seem to be working. In this episode, we chat with Ting’s Charlottesville city manager Kara Chandeysson as we discuss what they are doing to make a difference in their community.

Telco Accelerator: Pulling Back the Curtain

In this episode we take an in-depth look at Microsoft’s Telco Accelerator with Program Manager, Martin Wahl.

Building Broadband to Reunite Families on Navajo Nation

The Broadband Bunch podcast featuring John Badal, Founder, and CEO of Sacred Wind Communications.

Wireless Network Infrastructure Building at a Blistering Pace

Alex Schwartz, VP of Business Development with Tillman Infrastructure talks in-depth about Wireless Infrastructure.

Fixed Wireless Networks: Connecting the Unconnected

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch features, Nigel Hall, CEO of the Cambridge Broadband Networks Group talking about High-Speed Internet, 5G, Fixed Wireless vs Fiber-to-home and, more!

Fiber Deployment to be Future Ready

This episode features Robert Petruk, CEO, Gosfield talking about the wins and challenges of being a service provider in rural Canada!

Rural Broadband Connectivity: A Blended Approach

This episode features the CEO of Voneus, Steven Leighton talking about their transition from fixed wireless to fiber!

NoaNet: A True Leader in the Open Access Network Model

This episode features NoaNet’s Chief Security Officer, Mike Henson, and Marketing and Communications Manager, Claire Ward talking about how NoaNet helped facilitate over 600 free wifi hotspots across the state during the COVID-19 pandemic and their launch of a next generation 911 project.

Broadband Advocate Shining a Spotlight on Important Broadband Issues

This episode features Drew Clark, CEO, Breakfast Media talking about broadband census for America, broadband mapping, infrastructure, and more!

Helping Members with Digital Transformations.

This episode of the Broadband Bunch features, George Glass, CTO of TM Forum talking about how TM Forum as an industry association, fosters collaboration for the greater good of the telecommunications industry and more!

Muni Broadband Brings Commitment to Rural Communities

This episode features Teles Fremin, of LUS Fiber talking about muni broadband and it’s commitment to community.

Visionary Broadband Delivering Broadband to Small Town America

Brian Worthen, CEO of Mammoth Networks explaining how they are bringing connectivity and smiles to the smallest of towns.

Exciting Broadband News: Building a Software Stack from Scratch

This podcast by the Broadband Bunch features Hannes Gredler, CTO and Co-Founder and Richard Brandon, Vice President of Marketing at RtBrick, as they share with us the groundbreaking work RtBrick is doing in the telco space.

Fiber Broadband’s End? Southern California Wireless Network Trailblazer Discusses RDOF Win and Expansion into Neighboring States.

This episode of the Broadband Bunch, features Skyler Ditchfield CEO of GoeLinks. Skyler, along with ETI’s Product directors Craig and Brad chat about a wide variety of interesting topics including GeoLinks recent RDOF funding win, expanding their footprint into both Nevada and Arizona as well as working with area school districts to accelerate broadband deployment to students in rural communities seeking better connectivity options.

Satellite Brings High-Speed Internet to Rural Areas

This episode features Mark Wymer, Senior Vice President at HughesNet discussing the exciting things happening at HughesNet including the upcoming launch of Jupiter 3.

“This is going to be the largest fiber investment year in history.”

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, we speak with Gary Bolton, President, and CEO of The Fiber Broadband Association (FBA), talking about the Organization and how FBA is always leading The Charge For Fiber First, celebrating twenty years as an advocate organization, and how Twenty twenty-one is a big year for milestones in the fiber community and more!

Wireless Network Providers Working Together Enhance Rural Broadband

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, features Brian Young, the president of IPpay a leading electronic payment processor in the telecom, utilities, and internet commerce space. Brian discusses the important work he is doing as a board member with WISPA and also take a deep dive into funding and where innovation is heading in the broadband industry.

UK Broadband Infrastructure Leader Talks Digital Transformation

James Rogan, Digital and Future Cities, Sector Lead at Bechtel discusses their infrastructure projects and partnership with the UK’s CityFibre

Benefits of SDN and OpenDaylight

This episode features Robert Varga, one of the early and major contributors to the OpenDaylight Project taking about SDN, Kubernetes and more

“Open Access Networks are as Different as the Communities They Serve”

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch we speak with Brian Snider, Founder & CEO of Lit Communities and Open Access Networks. The need for broadband connectivity and divergent approaches to bridge the digital divide in rural areas has never been more front and center than it is today. Brian and Craig explore Open Access Networks and the different ways communities are using them to tackle the problem of connectivity.

Utopia Fiber: America’s Largest Open Access Network

In this episode, we speak with Roger Timmerman, CEO and Kim McKinley, CMO of Utopia Fiber, an Open Access Network model that promotes competition in all telecommunications services. There are currently 17 retail service providers on the UTOPIA network. UTOPIA’s 15 service areas, represent nearly a third of all communities in the United States that can enjoy 10 gigabit service via a publicly owned network – 100 times faster than the national average.

Fiber Broadband Infrastructure Construction with a Platform that Digitizes Workflows End-to-End

Our guest on today’s podcast is Bryan McIver, the CEO of Vitruvi which provides Infrastructure Construction Management Software. Bryan talks with us about how he got his start in “horizontal” construction and the challenges that led him to develop Vitruvi’s platform. He tells us how the platform brings fiber broadband infrastructure construction project teams, processes and real-time data together – for efficiency and control.

High Speed Fiber Broadband – “Let’s Wire Up the World”

Join us as we speak with Brian McCullagh, Director of Business Development with Vianet, a fiber broadband service provider in Ontario, Canada. Brian shares with us the challenges to closing the broadband gap in Canada. He also talks about expanding fiber broadband infrastructure around geographic limitations, the need for government funding and public-private partnerships.

Fiber Broadband Infrastructure Company Working Hard To End the Digital Divide

The following podcast is a discussion with Kevin Morgan, the Chief Marketing Officer at Clearfield and a board member of the Fiber Broadband Association. We cover a variety of topics including infrastructure deployment, closing the digital divide, and Kevin’s duties as an officer at the Fiber Broadband Association.

RTIME ONLINE 2021 Broadband Together

NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association represents nearly 850 independent, community-based telecommunications companies that are leading innovation in rural and small-town America. Each year, a highlight of the NTCA calendar is RTIME, the Rural Telecom Industry Meeting and Expo. Today we speak with Shirley Bloomfield, CEO and Fred Johnson, Board Chairman of NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association about this year’s virtual event and its packed agenda of keynote speakers, panels and sessions.

“I’m tracking lasers on maps. How cool is that?”

Our guest on today’s podcast serves as a partner manager with Esri, and it is a pleasure to welcome Jason Hart to the Broadband Bunch.

Broadband Strategies!

Our guest today is Doug Maglothin, the Chief Strategy Officer of Leverage Broadband Strategies who discusses a number of items including Electric Cooperatives in rural areas, their growth, and their development in regards to 5G.

2021 Broadband Access – Closing the Homework Gap

Our guest today is the Founder and CEO of EducationSuperHighway, Evan Marwell. After a quarter century spent as a serial entrepreneur in the telecom, software, and hedge fund industries, Evan founded the EducationSuperHighway which has embarked on an initiative, K-12 Bridge to Broadband, to help connect students to broadband for remote learning.

Hindsight is 2020: Broadband Bunch Highlights

The Broadband Bunch 2020 Year in Review features hosts Craig Corbin, Pete Pizzutillo and Brad Hine discussing notable interviews over this remarkable year.

5G Transformation in Scotland

The Scotland 5G Centre was established with a mission to enhance opportunities going forward with 5G. Our guest today is the CEO of The Scotland 5G Centre, Paul Coffey.

“You can’t have telehealth without broadband.”

A long-time and well-known veteran of the communications world who provides broadband and telehealth strategy consulting, helping communities improve economic development, healthcare delivery, education, and local government operations, today’s guest is industry analyst, presenter, author, and host of the Gigabit Nation radio show, Craig Settles.

AT&T – A Connectivity Company at its Core

Our podcast guest today has spent more than two decades in technology development, and has been part of the design and initial service launch of every major technology upgrade for AT&T going back to GSM Edge and LTE. It is a pleasure to welcome the Senior Vice President for Broadband Product Management and Strategy at AT&T, Cheryl Choy.

2020 Virtual Fiber Connect Preview

Our guest today has participated in Fiber Broadband Association (FBA) activities for the past 13 years in a number of capacities and has served as Conference Committee Chair since 2016. A 24 year veteran of the telecommunications industry and Executive Vice President with On Trac Inc. It is a pleasure to welcome Mr. Joseph (J.J.) Jones.

Transforming the Customer Experience for Telcos

Today’s podcast features Rick Lievano, who serves as the Worldwide Director of Industry Technology Strategy for the Microsoft telecommunications industry. RIck works to develop solutions and reference architectures to address the rapidly changing needs of telecommunications providers.

Everyone Needs the Internet, But Why Doesn’t Everyone Have it?

Our guest today is business and politics reporter for Vox, Emily Stewart. Emily writes about the intersection of business, politics, and the economy and recently tackled the topic of how broadband internet could be accessible and affordable for everyone.

Investors Look Towards Rural Broadband

Our podcast guest today is one of the premier voices in providing well-researched strategic analyses of the communications industry. Jeff Johnston serves as Lead Economist in Communications for CoBank, a national cooperative bank serving vital industries across rural America.

One Antenna and a Dream

In this podcast, we travel 7 time zones to speak with the Founder and CEO of Cosmos Wireless, William Demetriou. William is located on the island of Cyprus and started his wireless journey with a simple, yet inspiring thought. “One tower and a dream.”

2020 CBRS Auction – Game Changer for WISPs

Our guest today is the founder and CEO of one of the winning bidders, Etheric Networks, based in the San Francisco Bay area. With a quarter century of experience in telecommunications, Alex Hagen has been a true technology pioneer.

2021 Broadband Infrastructure & Climate Change

In an age where our dependence on the internet has never been greater, one innovative company has taken the lead in addressing internet vulnerability. Climate Resilient Internet based in Boston earlier this year announced the world’s first internet service certified for the extremes of climate change.

Broadband Funding – Regulation & Policy Expertise

Carol Mattey, founder of Mattey Consulting, also served as deputy chief of the Wireline Competition Bureau at the Federal Communications Commission from 2010 to 2017. As our podcast guest today, Carol brings a wealth of experience in communications public policy as a senior executive in the US government, as a consultant and as a lawyer.

Mountain Connect 2020 – Focus on Broadband & Community Development

Our guest on The Broadband Bunch is the Chief Executive Officer of Mountain Connect, Jeff Gavlinski.

UTC – Focus on Utilities & Broadband Technology

The Utilities Council has evolved into a dynamic organization representing electric, gas, and water utilities, along with natural gas pipelines, critical infrastructure companies, as well as other industry stakeholders. Our guest today on The Broadband Bunch podcast is Sheryl Riggs, who was named president and CEO of the Utilities Technology Council in June of this year.

On a Mission to Deliver Reliable Broadband in the Caribbean – Partnering with Microsoft

Over  the last  decade, VPNet, based in Puerto Rico, has grown into a dynamic provider of telecommunications, cyber security, cloud services, consulting in maintenance, as well as disaster recovery. Our guest on The Broadband Bunch is the Founder, President and CEO of VPNet, Felipe Hernandez.

Building & Scaling Shared Broadband Infrastructure

On this edition of The Broadband Bunch we talk with Jessica Collins, a Vertical Markets Manager at Crown Castle, responsible for leading the ongoing growth and development of fixed wireless, regional carriers, and broadcast market segments.

CBRS Spectrum: The Innovation Band

A podcast with Martin Jensen, a preeminent solutions architect with extensive experience in private LTE, Citizens Broadband Radio Service, (or CBRS), Edge Cloud, Virtualization and 5G. Martin discusses the recent CBRS spectrum transition affecting WISPs nationwide.

Accurate Broadband Data Collection & Mapping

On this edition of The Broadband Bunch, we welcome two members of the Merit Network team, Vice President of Community Engagement, Charlotte Bewersdorff, and Pierrette Renee Widmeyer, Director of Marketing and Communications.

BBC Summit 2020 – Fiber: Building a Gigabit World

On this edition of The Broadband Bunch, we talk the pivot to virtual events due to COVID-19. The Broadband Communities Summit, held next week, will be one of those events. Joining me today to talk about the BBC Summit 2020, the CEO of Broadband Communities, Barbara DeGarmo, along with Vice-President, Publisher and Conference Director for Broadband Communities, Nancy McCain.

Better Fiber Infrastructure Ignites Digital Transformation

Marc Dyman, Chief Revenue Officer for FiberLight joins The Broadband Bunch podcast to discuss fiber design, operation and deployment tactics and elements.

Open Access Networks Foster Competition and Benefit Subscribers

Among all the cities across the nation, which would be considered to have the most sophisticated fiber network? The Big Apple? LA? San Francisco? Would you believe Ammon, Idaho, population 16,500? We talk with Mayor Sean Colletti about how the open access model has benefitted his town.

High Speed Internet with Hometown Service

The Broadband Bunch talks with Jason Guzzo, the General Manager of Hudson Valley Wireless, a WISP in New York.

Removing Policy Barriers to Fiber Funding and Deployment

This podcast features Tom Cohen, a partner in the law firm of Kelley Drye, who has 40 years of experience in the communications and telecommunications industry sector. Cohen discusses the latest regulartory policies and the role the Fiber Broadband Association plays in Washington.

Location-based Maps for Rural High-Speed Broadband Deployment

On today’s podcast we talk with Deana Perry, Executive Director of the Georgia Broadband Deployment Initiative and is tasked with providing unserved areas of the state minimum speeds of 25 megabits per second download and three megabits per second upload.

Lack of Live Sports is Driving Cord Cutting

Nearly one in three U.S. TV households (32%) are cord cutters, according to the latest edition of Roku’s annual cord cutter study. Roku suggests that the COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating changes that already were well underway.

ETI Software – Committed to Customer Support & Quality Assurance

Branch Manager of ETI Software Solutions’ Bulgarian division, Chavi Bonchev joins the podcast and explains how ETI, a telecom software vendor based in Norcross, Georgia gained a division based in Kardzhali, Bulgaria. 

Conexon – Helping Electric Co-ops Build Fiber Networks

Our guest today on the Broadband Bunch is Steve Collier, Vice President of Business Development at Conexon, an organization working with rural electric cooperatives, embarking on the next great endeavor of bringing fiber optic internet to rural America.

WITA – Rural Broadband Advocates for Fiber to the Barn

Our podcast guest today is the Executive Director of the Washington Independent Telecommunications Association (WITA), Betty Buckley, who discusses Fiber-to-the-Barn, i.e. agricultural broadband needs.

Pioneer Broadband – Bringing Fiber Broadband to Rural Maine

This episode features Tim McAfee, CEO, and Founder, Pioneer Broadband discussing the challenges they face with broadband technology in a state like Maine, which is more densely populated by trees than people?

Next Century Cities (NCC) – Advocates for Universal Fast, Affordable & Reliable Broadband Access

A podcast with Francella Ochillo, executive director of Next Century Cities. Francella is a truly passionate digital rights advocate, committed to the vision of expanding broadband access for underserved and unserved communities everywhere.

Underline – Building Intelligent, Economical Community Fiber Broadband Networks

Kyle Glaeser, the Director of Emerging Networks at Underline discusses a novel approach to software-defined networks (SDN) and open access networks.

Biarri Networks – Accelerating Deployment of Fiber, Broadband and 5G Networks

A podcast with Biarri Networks CEO, Paul Sulisz, about connecting the US through broadband fiber networks and the role of mapping analytics.

Underline – Open Access Fiber Networks Build Vibrant Communities

Bob Thompson, Founder and CEO of Underline discusses the mission that brought him to solving the problem of rural broadband connectivity in the US. He digs into open access networks and help mentions a different way to think about it from the historical view or the European view. He also talks about the importance of sustainable broadband.

WISPER ISP – Delivering Broadband Services, Focused on Customer Experience

The Broadband Bunch podcast interviews Nathan Stooke, CEO, who speaks about WISPER ISP’s mission and passion to provide connectivity through broadband.

Deploying Municipal Fiber Broadband Networks Economically

Brian Snider, CEO of Lit Communities talks about the mission and the origin of Lit Communities on this podcast. He discusses working with municipalities to think differently about network approaches, the value of broadband and funding for broadband initiatives.

GIS and Mapping Data Analytics for Fiber Broadband Networks

Will Mitchell, CEO and co-founder of VETRO FiberMap explains why telecommunication is now moving towards map-based information. He helps us understand how network operators can benefit from intelligent maps.

NTCA’s Ongoing Mission in Support of Rural Broadband

This episode discusses NTCA’s role in both supporting rural broadband service providers, helping policymakers at the state and federal levels understand the impact and the importance of high quality broadband across the nation.

Importance of ACS & TR-069 Device Management During COVID-19

The importance of remote device management, especially in this time of COVID-19, is discussed and features Greg Aston, Product Director for ACS and Device Management Solutions for ETI Software.

Wisper ISP – Partnering with Microsoft Airband to Expand Broadband Services

Nathan Stooke founded Wisper, a fixed wireless service provider (WISP) which has grown under his 20 year guidance to provide service to portions of four different states. In this podcast he discusses the digital divide, broadband funding and broadband partner Microsoft Airband.

Accurate Broadband Mapping Vital to Address the Digital Divide

A podcast discussing the digital divide with Professor Sascha Meinrath, of Penn State, co-founder of Measurement Lab (M-Lab), a global online platform for researchers to deploy internet measurement tools regarding broadband connectivity.

Alyrica – Customer Focused Broadband WISP

On this edition of The Broadband Bunch, we visit with Jason Richards, Vice President of Sales with Alyrica Networks in Oregon, a wireless broadband provider built on the strength of family and friends.

5G and Smart Cities – What’s Real Today with Conexcity

Chris Smedley, the General Manager of Conexcity, a wireless integration, small cell service company discusses issues around dense networks in the New York City metro area. He helps listeners also understand some of the hype and the reality around 5G infratstructure.

Utopia Fiber’s Open Access Fiber Broadband Network

This podcast features Kim McKinley, Chief Marketing Officer of Utopia Fiber. Kim provides a background on Utopia, one of the earliest open access networks in North America. We spend some time digging into the impact of the COVID crisis on their network. We spend time also talking about how municipalities and network operators can be thinking about this as an opportunity to build future-ready networks.

The Impact of Broadband Access on Student School Performance

A blog about the implications of the CBRS spectrum allocation and how WISPs can manage SAS info and SINR.

Ting Charlottesville – Fiber Broadband Built on Community and Customer Service

This podcast features Ting Charlottesville and the interesting programs they are working on with the community, for example, bridging the digital gap, e-sports, inclusion, low-income housing, as well as the special programs that they have kicked off around the COVID crisis.

Medina County Fiber Network – Fiber Broadband Built for Economic Development

This episode features the CEO of Medina County Fiber Network in Medina, Ohio. David Corrado explains the history of Medina, the partnership with Lit Communities and the COVID crisis and the impact on his community and the future of broadband in municipalities and open networks.

How a Texas WISP is Delivering Reliable Broadband Connectivity

This podcast features Resound Networks, a WISP provider serving the Texas Pandhandle

WISP Grizzly Broadband – Fast, Reliable, Unlimited Rural Broadband

Grizzly Broadband Co-founder and CEO Jason Pond joins the podcast to describe his two-decade long journey in the wireless internet service provider industry. We explore some of the challenges he faced along the way, including permitting and FCC policy changes. .

AeroNet’s journey from WISP Integrating Fiber Broadband to Converged or Hybrid ISP

A podcast with Aeronet, the leading broadband service provider in Puerto Rico, discussing spectrum bandwidth and interference challenges as well as their role in the Hurricane Maria recovery.

How States are Expanding Broadband Access; Report from Pew Charitable Trusts

Our podcast on The Pew Charitable Trusts Broadband Research Initiative. They have recently released a report on how states are expanding broadband access..

ETI Wins Award at 2020 Esri Partner Conference

A blog featuring ETI Software’s partnership with Esri, the global leader in GIS technology, and the mission to bring GIS to telecom.

Rural Telcos Speak From the RTIME Expo Floor

Podcasts from the floor of the NTCA Rural Broadband Association’s RTIME 2020, featuring leadres from the Alaska Telecom Association and Farmers Telephone Cooperative.

WISPA: Advocating for WISPs and Rural Broadband

In the latest episode of The Broadband Bunch,  we are joined today by Mr. Claude Aiken, the President, and CEO at WISPA, the Wireless Internet Service Providers Association, headquartered in Washington, D.C.

Broadband Trends Driving Carrier Innovation

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch we speak with Guy Bevente, an industry veteran with 27 years of working at AT&T as well as in consultative services in the telecommunications and broadband industry. We dig into the telecommunication trends that are driving carriers today, ranging from the omni-channel experience to digital transformation and personalization. […]

Network Densification with ZenFi Networks

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, we speak with ZenFi Networks, President and COO, Enzo Clemente about network densification.  Enzo shares his experience with designing and deploying broadband networks in large metropolis, he outlines some of the challenges with 5G permitting and provides advice to municipal leaders to be more fiber friendly. Enzo Clemente: […]

Broadband Communities Magazine: The Editors Speak

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, recorded in Washington D.C. at the Broadband Communities event focused on High-Speed Broadband: Driving America’s Growth, we speak with Steve Ross, the Founding Editor and now Editor-at-Large a Broadband Communities Magazine and Masha Zager, Editor-in-Chief of Broadband Communities Magazine. WHAT IS YOUR PERSPECTIVE ON THIS CONFERENCE REGARDING DRIVING […]

Fiber Broadband Association: Education, Research, Advocacy

FIBER BROADBAND ASSOCIATION: EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND ADVOCACY In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, we speak with Fiber Broadband Association President, Lisa Youngers. Lisa shares how the Fiber Broadband Association engages with the FCC, state and federal policymakers as well as communities across the U.S. She introduces a new measure of broadband, The Broadband Experience […]

Merit Network’s Effort to #fixthedamninternet

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, we speak with Merit Network’s Bob Stovall, Charlotte Bewersdorff, and Pierrette Renée Dagg about the Michigan Moonshot, Merit Network, broadband networking know-how and more. About Merit Network’s Mission to #fixthedamninternet Bob Stovall:    Merit Network was established in 1966 by three of the large research universities in Michigan: […]

South Africa Broadband Update

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, we are in South Africa at the FTTX Council Africa Conference.  We have the opportunity to hear from Juanita Clark, CEO of FTTX Council Africa, Siphiwe Shandu from Dark Fiber Africa and Graham Crooks, Manholes from Africa. Manhole from Africa role in broadband in Africa Graham Crooks:  Our […]

Podcast: Live from KTA and TBA

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, we are live from the 25th Annual Joint Conference of the Kentucky Telecom Association and Tennessee Broadband Association. We had the pleasure of speaking with the following industry leaders: Shawn Arner, Deputy Assistant Administrator with the USDA Hilda Legg, the state director for Rural Development and Kentucky, with […]

Podcast Live From BBWF

In this episode recorded at the Broadband World Forum, we speak with Andrew van der Haar Haar, Fiber Carrier Association, Donovan Artz and Greg Aston from ETI.  We talk about the trends in Open Access Networks as well as standards adoption, trends in device management and IoT.

PODCAST: The Tipping Point of Muni Broadband

Heather Gold discusses the obstacles, success stories and first steps involved with muni broadband deployments.

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch we speak with Heather Gold of HBG Strategies. Heather has had a long-standing career helping communities and private providers deployed, design, and run fiber optics and broadband programs. 

Is Your Town Fiber-Friendly?

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, we speak with Michael Morey, President and CEO, Bluebird Network, about how communities can accelerate the delivery of and create more sustainable broadband programs.  

Revving the Broadband Engine

Craig Settles from CJ Speaks has recently authored, Revving the Community Broadband Economic Engine, a study on economic development and broadband in the United States.  A transcript of his interview with the Broadband Bunch is below.

Voices of Ignite The Independent Show

The 2019 Ignite The Independent Show wrapped up a month ago, and The Broadband Bunch was able to compile a number of interviews from a wide variety of attendees

Broadband Bunch at Mtn Connect, Part 2

 Mountain Connect 2019, the broadband solutions conference for the West, is a great opportunity to meet some of the leaders in Municipal Broadband. Click to listen to our live podcast from the expo floor!
 

Broadband Bunch Live at Mountain Connect

 Mountain Connect 2019, the broadband solutions conference for the West, is a great opportunity to meet some of the leaders in Municipal Broadband. Click to listen to our live podcast from the expo floor!
 

The Broadband Bunch: Episode 3 at Fiber Connect

 Fiber Connect 2019, sponsored by the Fiber Broadband Association, is a great opportunity to meet some of the leaders in Municipal Broadband. Click to listen to our live podcast from the expo floor!
 

The Broadband Bunch: Episode 2 at Fiber Connect

 Fiber Connect 2019, sponsored by the Fiber Broadband Association, is a great opportunity to meet some of the leaders in Municipal Broadband. Click to listen to our live podcast from the expo floor!
 

The Broadband Bunch at Fiber Connect 2019

 Fiber Connect 2019, sponsored by the Fiber Broadband Association, is a great opportunity to meet some of the leaders in Municipal Broadband. Click to listen to our live podcast from the expo floor!