Andy & John Talk Telecom

In this episode, Andy and John talk telecom with Mike O'Dell of Comcast. They discuss the future of coax in telecom, the transition to an engineering role, and the potential of coax in the cable industry.  They also explore the challenges of upgrading coax networks for DOCSIS 4.0 and the importance of training the workforce for coax networks.  Mike shares insights on the involvement of industry pioneers in training the next generation and the importance of preserving tribal knowledge.  They also discuss the five pillars of coax networks and the efforts to train the existing workforce through YouTube.

Note: Skip the first 10 minutes if you don't want to hear about Thanksgiving foods!Andy & John talk about Thanksgiving and what they are thankful for with a Telecom industry twist.

Andy & John discuss the on-going battle between the FCC and FAA over 5G and its effect on airline equipment, DOCSIS 4.0, and Charter testing mmWave technology.

Andy & John celebrate their 50th episode by recording one on the ConnectX 2023 show floor.  They interview a variety of ConnectX participants including Vin Manoli of Pike Renewables, Scott Duncan of Obscure Tech LLC, and Nick Davis of WirelessPSC.

Andy & John discuss AT&T's new at home 5G offering, Europe already planning for 6G, and the upcoming ConnectX show in New Orleans.

Andy & John discuss the quantum networks as the future of telecom and the FCC's new requirement for internet service providers to provide consumers with a "nutrition label" for internet services.

Andy & John dive into some specific examples of 5G in manufacturing and the (potential) inadequacies of the FCC's broadband maps.

Andy & John close out 2022 by reviewing recent news from the telecom industry.

Andy & John talk to CableTV pioneer Ron Hranac while at CableTec Expo 2022 in Philadelphia, PA.

Andy & John interview Andy Parrott of Vyve Broadband while at SCTE CableTec!

Dave Fellows (US Olympian, entrepreneur, former CTO of Comcast and AT&T Broadband) joins Andy & John to talk about advancements in telecom and his history in the industry.

Andy & John discuss a couple of industry events - ISE Expo and the upcoming SCTE CableTec Expo.

Andy & John discuss the upcoming SCTE CableTec Expo and some news (good and bad) for RDOF participants.

Andy & John talk with former FCC Commissioner Mike O'Rielly about opening up the 12GHz band for 5G and all things telecom.

Andy & John discuss GIS in telecom, the upcoming SCTE CableTec even, and the FCC discussing  raising the broadband benchmark of 25/3.

Andy & John discuss the Government Accountability Office report that was recently released.  The report makes recommendations for the nation's strategy on bridging the digital divide and bringing broadband to all.

 Andy & John interview Robin Weiner, Founder and President of Get Real Health, about her company's involvement with helping telecom companies provide telehealth services. Also, the guys talk about recent trips to Hawaii and the telecom observations from those trips. 

Andy & John sit down to discuss hollow core fiber, growth at both Crown Castle and AT&T, cable company wireless plans, and some telecom history.

John calls in from the 2022 Competitive Carriers Association Annual Show in Tampa, FL to talk about 5G and other topics being discussed by panels of experts.

Andy & John speak with Jeff Blum, VP for DISH Network, about 5G on the 12GHz spectrum, ORAN, the 5G vendor ecosystem, and DISH's 5G network that is being built from the ground up as a pure 5G network.

Andy & John discuss the various telecom commercials they saw during this year's Superbowl as well as the different types of 10G that are being tested my providers.

Andy & John talk about underground telecom topics with Randy Trussell of GMP.

Andy and John tackle the biggest story so far of 2022 - the delay of C-band 5G implementation by AT&T and Verizon.  They also talk about overbuilding by two companies financially backed by the same organization.

John and Andy talk about the latest telecom news including overbuilding and a potential delay in 5G deployments by Verizon and AT&T.

Andy and John discuss the intersection between cryptocurrency and telecom, the new FCC chair, and government 5G projects conducted by Verizon and Lockheed Martin. 

Andy & John talk all things cable with SCTE President and CEO Mark Dzuban.  Mark touches on cable's past and where the industry will go in the future!

Andy Parrott of Vyve Broadband joins Andy & John to talk about SCTE CableTec, RDOF, and some cable history.

Andy & John discuss the sessions and seminars they are most excited for during CableTec 2021 happening October 11-14.

Andy and John welcome Mike O'Dell of Comcast to the show's second bourbon and broadband episode.  The group talks about the latest in the cable industry, SCTE, and what's next!

Andy & John (plus Monica Simpson) talk about the TCEI Expo, the upcoming SCTE CableTec show , and some 5G spectrum news.

Andy & John talk about advances in long haul fiber break detection and Grande Communications expansion in Texas.  

Andy & John talk with V. Noah Campbell of RS Access about usage of the 12GHz range for 5G.  V is a co-founder and CEO of RS Access which is a founding member of the 12GH for 5G Coalition.

Andy & John talk with Rob Rodier, VP of Sales for Lightyear.ai, about Lightyear's mission to make business telecom easy by doing the hard work for its customers.

Andy and John discuss Google Fiber's deal with West Des Moines, Iowa to provide fiber to every home and business as well as the Emergency Broadband Program benefit.  Of course, they couldn't go without talk about StarLink so get ready for that as well!

Join Andy & John as they discuss the differences in Verizon's networks, more FCC auctions, swimming upstream, and government tinkering with the internet!

Andy & John cover Charter's potential plans for its RDOF money and talk...more StarLink? Who will emerge victorious in telecom's current Battle Royale?

Join us as we talk about C-band implications, who is going to build all this fiber, and deadlines missed by Frontier and CenturyLink.

Join Andy & John as they discuss the C-Band auction, a Verizon and UPS collaboration, the latest in USDA grants, and Starlink goes global!

Andy and John have their first "Bourbon & Broadband" episode and talk about the C-Band auction, militarization of 5G, and more telecom news!

Special Guest Johann Rheimer of Canadian Fiber Optics joins the podcast to discuss Canadian telecom, rural telecom, and skydiving! Don't miss Johann regale us with his time as a lineman in the Canadian military as well as his time as a military skydiver.

Andy & John talk about recent telecom news, Verizon's monetization plans, and do a small dive into history and talk about the Navajo Wind Talkers in honor of Veteran's Day.

Andy & John welcome special guest Matt Bonney (Charter Communications) to the podcast to talk FTTH/OLTs, the career path of technicians, and fly fishing. Andy & John also cover the latest in telecom news including Starlink, 3Q reports from major cable providers, and the 5G Fund for Rural America.

Listen in to win a Chick-fil-a gift card! Andy & John talk about telecom news stories including DoD spectrum, USDA grants, Dish Network, and Starlink.

Join Andy & John as they talk with Justin Zell of Clearfield about all things telecom - from fiber to 5G and conspiracy theories!

Andy & John give you some telecom news for the week including Windtream's Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Starlink's projected customer base, and a little on rural broadband.

Thanks for logging on with AAJTT! Andy & John talk with Dennis Brown (Director of Engineering, SCTE) about Distributed Access Architecture. Dennis explains the differences of a centralized and decentralized network and the advantages of DAA.YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_fNK7SOXWc&t=37sTwitter: @AAJTTPodcastEmail: aajttpodcast@gmail.com

Andy & John talk about news, telecom history, CBRS winner geography, and the latest on Dish Network's excursion into 5G in episode #7.Email: aajttpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @aajttpodcast

Special guest Robin Fenton (VP, SCTE) joins Andy & John to talk about what the SCTE does for the telecom and cable communities. Andy talks 5G basics to clear up some misconceptions and John dives into the Citizen Broadband Radio Service federal auction. Thanks for logging on!

Andy and John talk about ultra-low latency, recent 5G sales and outlook, and how telecom was utilized in an overseas golf tournament. Special guest Robert Hall stops by to give his travel recommendations for the upper Midwest. Thanks for logging on!

Thanks for logging on! Andy and John talk about the latest in DOCSIS and look into if internet will ever be charged as a utility. Also a quick update on StarLink's latest posted satellite internet speeds.

Thanks for logging on! The men talk about satellite internet, the world's first transatlantic cable communication, SCTE training, and travel recommendations for New Orleans, LA. They also interview Monica Simpson of Texas Utility Engineering who speaks about what an engineering firm can offer telecom companies.