Podcasts about broadband equity

Peggy talks about how we can make change happen in rural communities with broadband. She says we must consider how you will make change happen in your own community to have stronger and more resilient communities for all. She also discusses: A history lesson about the Bipartisan Congressional Rural Broadband Caucus. Details about the BEAD program, formerly known as the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program. What needs to happen next to move forward. peggysmedleyshow.com  (6/10/25 - 924) What You Might Have Missed:  Reaching Workers Tech Disruption: Forever Changed IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

Peggy talks about how we can make change happen in rural communities with broadband. She says we must consider how you will make change happen in your own community to have stronger and more resilient communities for all. She also discusses: A history lesson about the Bipartisan Congressional Rural Broadband Caucus. Details about the BEAD program, formerly known as the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program. What needs to happen next to move forward. peggysmedleyshow.com  (6/10/25 - 924) What You Might Have Missed:  Reaching Workers Tech Disruption: Forever Changed IoT, Internet of Things, Peggy Smedley, artificial intelligence, machine learning, big data, digital transformation, cybersecurity, blockchain, 5G, cloud, sustainability, future of work, podcast This episode is available on all major streaming platforms. If you enjoyed this segment, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.

What is the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, how did it originate, and where do we currently stand? Join us for this episode where industry experts unpack the BEAD program, the policy change to allow for performance bonds as an alternative to letters of credit for required security, and what surety professionals need to know and consider. You'll hear how surety professionals can approach BEAD grant recipients and internet service providers so they understand the advantages of bonding. Check out the BEAD Program Surety Bond Information Kit mentioned during this episode and subscribe to NASBP's Focal Point to stay up-to-date on BEAD and other key legislative and regulatory developments related to surety. With special guests: Lawrence LeClair, Director, Government Relations, NASBP, Philip Macres, Principal, Klein Law Group, PLLC, Cory Sanderson, Home Office Underwriting Manager, The Hartford, and Joseph Henson, Senior Consultant, Widelity Hosted by: Kat Shamapande, Director, Professional Development, NASBP and Mark McCallum, CEO, NASBP Sponsored by EMC Bond!

Catch an emergency episode of the Connect This! Show, with host Christopher Mitchell (ILSR) joined by Lori Adams (Nokia), Heather Mills (Tilson), and Blair Levin (Brookings) to talk about the raft of fundamental changes to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Act (BEAD) announced by NTIA last Friday. States are required to rebuild and resubmit […]

What will the new administration mean for broadband operators deeply invested in the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program? In this episode of All Day Digital, Mike Romano of NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association shares what his organization is watching for, including a possible shift away from “fiber first” and how that squares up with the definition of priority broadband projects.

Send us a textThe telecommunications industry faces a critical shortage of skilled fiber technicians just as the federal government's Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment Program injects $48.5 billion to connect 10.7 million homes currently without internet access.• Sean Kelly from Light Brigade explains how the skills gap developed as educational systems steered students away from technical trades• Industry needs 205,000-800,000 new fiber technicians over the next five years while losing experienced technicians to retirement• Light Brigade launches comprehensive certification programs: CFOE, CBFOT, CBFOS, and CBFOP to address the growing demand• Certification programs balance theoretical knowledge with hands-on training based on a strict 7:1 student-instructor ratio• Fiber skills remain transferable between industries from telecom to data centers, 5G deployment, and edge computing• New digital credentials through Credly provide tamper-proof verification of credentials that can be shared on resumes and social media• Training options include nationwide open classes or custom on-site training for companiesWould you mind hitting the subscribe button and the bell button to be notified when new content is being produced? If you're listening to us on one of the audio podcast platforms, would you mind giving us a five-star rating?Support the showKnowledge is power! Make sure to stop by the webpage to buy me a cup of coffee or support the show at https://linktr.ee/letstalkcabling . Also if you would like to be a guest on the show or have a topic for discussion send me an email at chuck@letstalkcabling.com Chuck Bowser RCDD TECH#CBRCDD #RCDD

While the world becomes increasingly digital – with the need for online activity at a premium – more than 42 million Americans still lack access to affordable, reliable and high-performing broadband services. In cities and suburbs, network infrastructure can serve thousands, whereas rural areas only cover a few dozen homes and businesses, pressuring revenue generation and affecting overall return on investment. Established by the Federal Government, the Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program, is designed to address this challenge. However, with federal funding currently under scrutiny, the program may face changes. In this podcast, iconectiv Director of Product Management Sharon Dileo, discusses the importance of broadband equity and iconectiv's role in helping facilitate this program, regardless of potential changes. “Programs like this provide those in rural areas with more opportunities to participate in the digital economy and society,” Dileo said. “As a trusted, neutral partner to the telecommunications industry for decades, iconectiv is poised to solve key telecom infrastructure challenges the BEAD program faces to help ensure it's success.” About iconectiv iconectiv provides services to secure digital identity, numerous data exchanges, registries, and other information as a service offerings. These address numbering intelligence, Know Your Customer (KYC), Know Your Business (KYB), fraud prevention, as well as network and operations management for the global communications industry. It provides numbering services in more than a dozen countries, including serving as the Local Number Portability Administrator (LNPA) for the United States. As a trusted partner of the communications ecosystem, iconectiv is dedicated to keeping people connected, businesses running and commerce flowing. This includes making sure incoming and outgoing phone calls and messages are verified and identified, and that communications service providers can trust the information in their systems and networks. www.iconectiv.com

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Brad Hine welcomes Catherine Nicolaou, Broadband Program Manager for the City of Albuquerque. Catherine shares insights into her groundbreaking role as the city's first broadband manager, highlighting the challenges and opportunities of expanding broadband access in a diverse and rapidly growing region. She discusses Albuquerque's digital equity initiatives, partnerships with tribal nations, and the city's proactive stance on infrastructure development. Catherine also reflects on her personal journey in the broadband industry, her family's deep ties to rural telecommunications, and the impact of connectivity on communities. Tune in to learn how Albuquerque is setting a new standard for municipal broadband strategy and digital inclusion.

In 2024, state and local governments navigated a rapidly evolving technology landscape that placed artificial intelligence, cybersecurity resilience, digital equity, accessibility and user experience at the top of their agendas. These pressing issues fueled a surge in AI-focused legislation, prompted tighter security measures following high-profile disruptions, advanced broadband initiatives and inclusive design mandates, and inspired ever more user-centric digital services.   Government Technology staff writers Julia Edinger and Ashley Silver and Governing Senior Staff Writer Jule Pattison-Gordon join the podcast to talk through the magazine's year-in-review issue. SHOW NOTES Here are the top five takeaways from this episode: AI's Growing Role and Regulation: State and local governments moved quickly to embrace artificial intelligence in 2024, going beyond pilot projects into everyday operations. Lawmakers introduced hundreds of AI-related bills, and agencies formed task forces, appointed executive-level AI leaders and joined coalitions to develop policies and governance. Yet, most jurisdictions still lack fully mature frameworks, leaving them to catch up as employees and constituents turn to AI tools. Cybersecurity Threats and Responses: Cyber incidents underscored the critical need for stronger security measures. From faulty software updates at cybersecurity vendors to attacks on infrastructure players like health-care clearinghouses, governments grappled with complex challenges. The state and local cybersecurity grant program spurred greater adoption of .gov domains and fostered closer ties among jurisdictions, though concerns remain about long-term funding and political will. Digital Equity and Broadband Expansion: With robust federal funding, states crafted digital equity plans, securing grants and advancing broadband projects to close connectivity gaps. The Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program fueled progress, and states focused on making websites, services and tools more accessible, aiming for inclusivity to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards and serve diverse populations. Accessibility and Inclusion: Government leaders turned their attention to ensuring digital content meets accessibility guidelines. States appointed chief accessibility officers, implemented training and adopted assistive technologies. The moves aim to serve people with disabilities more effectively while also providing intuitive interfaces that benefit all users. Evolving Government Experience: Agencies increasingly put user experience at the forefront. AI chatbots, streamlined permitting systems and mobile-friendly platforms saved constituents time and reshaped public interaction with government. While high-tech solutions often prevailed, officials balanced convenience with oversight, data governance and a renewed focus on inclusivity and trust in digital services. Related Link to stories referenced in the episode: Year in Review 2024: AI Impacts All Areas of Gov Tech Our editors used ChatGPT 4.0 to summarize the episode in bullet form to help create the show notes. The main image for this story was created using DALL-E 3.

James Erwin joins Josh to discuss his experiences working on the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program as a staffer for Senator Susan Collins on Capitol Hill. They discuss how this massive bill and others like it get created, the near impossibility of creating a one size fits all bill that works for all the different states. Also, the different priorities of the Republican and Democrat Senators and staffers that turned a straightforward state block-grant program into a contradictory labyrinth of competing interests.  Then ultimately, how the Biden administration attempted to hijack the program during its implementation.    James' article in National Review: https://www.nationalreview.com/2024/11/bidens-broadband-bust/   Follow James work at Americans for Tax Reform: https://atr.org/   Follow James on X: https://x.com/erwin1854?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg (01:17) James Erwin's Background and Career Path (04:08) Experiences on Capitol Hill (04:36) Legislative Process and Staff Roles (11:45) Conflicting Priorities in Legislation (13:24) Republican and Democratic Agendas (15:49) Impact of Government-Owned Networks (23:46) Starlink and the Need for Competition (24:13) Republican and Democrat Approaches to Broadband Policy (24:34) Lobbyists and Career Paths in Politics (26:30) Libertarian Perspective on Government and Business (31:23) Challenges of a National Broadband Policy (33:31) The Impact of Price Controls on Broadband (41:40) Current State of the Broadband Bill (44:38) Final Thoughts and Call to Action

Co-hosts Patrick Halley, WIA CEO and President, and Jim Fryer, Inside Towers Managing Editor recently chatted with Jim Stritzinger, the Director of the South Carolina Broadband Office on the Wireless Water Cooler podcast.In this lively and candid half-hour talk, the focus is on innovative ways the public and private sectors can partner to ensure the federal funding from NTIA's Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program is optimized for states and their residents to bridge the digital divide.In September, the federal government approved South Carolina's plan to roll out $551 million in BEAD funding in the state. Several states across the country, including South Carolina, expect to have remaining federal dollars after initially deploying broadband to unserved or underserved communities. What's the best use of BEAD non-deployment broadband funding to help states meet their connectivity goals for underserved communities: Mobility? Workforce? Healthcare? Education? Digital Equity? Listen in and find out.Support the show

Government internet programs aren't usually at the center of political attacks. But the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program, or BEAD, has become a Republican target amid Vice President Kamala Harris's campaign for president. On POLITICO Tech, Assistant Secretary of Commerce Alan Davidson, who heads the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, joins host Steven Overly to discuss the agency's latest broadband investments in Florida and Alabama, and to refute GOP critics who say the program is behind schedule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration's (NTIA) $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, passed by Congress three years ago, set out to close the digital divide by bringing broadband to unserved and underserved communities. Yet despite the ambitious goal of getting all Americans online, progress has been slow. As of September 17, serious delays continue to plague the initiative, with 13 states still waiting for the NTIA to approve their initial proposals. These delays jeopardize the program's effectiveness and risk leaving millions of Americans without access to essential digital infrastructure.Here to sort through the mess are two members of AEI's Broadband Barometer Project, Janice Hauge and Mark Jamison. Janice is a professor in the Department of Economics at the University of North Texas, where she works on broadband policy and regulation in the telecommunications and broadband industry. Mark is a nonresident senior fellow at AEI where he focuses on technology's impact on the economy, telecommunications, and Federal Communications Commission issues. He is concurrently the director and Gunter Professor of the Public Utility Research Center at the University of Florida's Warrington College of Business.

Tune in here to this Wednesday edition of the Brett Winterble Show!   Brett kicks off the program by talking about Biden-Harris Broadband Push Connects Zero Americans Thanks to Progressive Mandates Tucked inside the $1.2 trillion Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is a $42.5 billion fund to dramatically expand internet access across America. Otherwise known as the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, the program has failed to connect one person, even though the bill was passed 1,024 days ago. And Later Brett Talks about The Biden administration announcing major actions to tackle Russian efforts to influence 2024 election The Biden administration announced a sweeping set of actions to tackle a major Russian government-backed effort to influence the 2024 US presidential election on Wednesday, including unveiling criminal charges against two Russian nationals, sanctions on ten individuals and entities, and the seizure of 32 internet domains.  Coach Matt Dorthey joins us to talk about Protecting the Republic, which is the institution of the United States    Bo Thompson from Good Morning BT is also here for this Thursday episode of Crossing the Streams. Brett and Bo talk about  A 14-year-old student opened fire in the hallway of Apalachee High School in Winder, Ga. on Wednesday, killing two students and two teachers  Bo also shares what He and Beth Troutman have coming up Thursday on Good Morning BT!  Listen here for all of this and more on The Brett Winterble Show!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Brad Hine chats with Lori Adams, VP Broadband Policy and Funding Strategy at Nokia, to discuss the latest updates on the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. Lori provides valuable insights into how states like Louisiana are navigating the complex process, from securing Volume Two approvals to managing multiple funding streams simultaneously. With the pressure on states to meet tight deadlines and the looming challenge of limited construction resources, Lori offers a candid look at the hurdles and opportunities ahead. Click the link below to listen! Also, subscribe to the Broadband Bunch on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode.

What if every American household and business had access to high-speed internet? That’s what the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program, a federally funded project, aims to accomplish. As part of our “Breaking Ground” series, we visit a town in Kentucky that’s had universal fiber-optic internet connections since 2014, thanks to a cable utilities cooperative and Great Recession-era stimulus funding. Could McKee be a model for what the U.S. might look like if the BEAD program achieves its goal?

What if every American household and business had access to high-speed internet? That’s what the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program, a federally funded project, aims to accomplish. As part of our “Breaking Ground” series, we visit a town in Kentucky that’s had universal fiber-optic internet connections since 2014, thanks to a cable utilities cooperative and Great Recession-era stimulus funding. Could McKee be a model for what the U.S. might look like if the BEAD program achieves its goal?

For the first time since the pandemic, the Kagan Media and Telecom Summit was back in person in New York, with a packed agenda looking at topics ranging from sports media rights to broadband technology and regulatory changes. Analysts Justin Nielson and John Fletcher join host Eric Hanselman to explore the insights and aspects that made up the Summit. There are media rights deals that have shattered previous records in the NBA and women's sports, such as the U.S. National Women's Soccer League. Advertising technology has changed how market participants are looking at monetization. Given this is an election year, ad spending will be booming and additional advertising channels add complexity to value and pricing.  Broadband was a new addition to the Summit program, given the importance of interconnection and the various developments that are roiling the markets. There are ongoing concerns about effective ways of addressing the digital divide, the gap between those that are digitally well-connected and those that are not, whether that's because of availability or economic issues. The U.S. federal Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program is trying to be the Rural Electrification Act (REA) for the new century, but funds have been delayed for years and still won't address economic inequities. The intersection of broadband and content is swinging the pendulum on bundling of service offerings back to packaging of offerings, after years of focus on unbundling. Content providers, streaming services and service providers and hoping to garner new business as consumers look for simplification. More S&P Global Content: 2024 Kagan Media Telecom Summit Credits: Host: Eric Hanselman Guests: Justin Nielson, John Fletcher www.spglobal.com

The Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment, or BEAD, program will bring $229 million to the state — one-third of all the money Vermont needs to supply everyone with high-speed broadband service.

iconectiv TruOps Common Language® is a distributed data registry that increases corporate revenues by streamlining network planning, service activation and technology rollouts via industry standard location and equipment identification codes. Using Common Language codes streamlines communication and management across the data network and telecom interconnection ecosystem and enables critical information exchange via operations support systems and other interface mechanisms. The platform is particularly applicable to the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.Juan Carlos “JC” Ortiz, Principal-Corporate Business Development, and Mykola “Myk” Konrad, Senior Vice President-Head of Product at iconectiv, join John Celentano, Inside Towers, Business Editor to discuss Common Language codes and their benefits for the telecom industry.Support the Show.

In this episode of 5G Talent Talk, Carrie Charles interviews Scott Woods, President of Public Private Partnerships at Ready.net. They discuss Scott's transition from a private practice attorney to a key figure in telecommunications, emphasizing his work at the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA). Scott explains the NTIA's role in managing the Broadband Equity and Access Deployment (BEAD) program, a $50 billion initiative aimed at bridging the digital divide in underserved communities.Scott details how Ready.net supports broadband professionals in expanding services and highlights the importance of digital equity. He emphasizes the need for diverse partnerships and outlines the significance of BEAD funding, noting it as a catalyst for long-term broadband expansion and digital equity. Scott encourages companies to engage with state broadband offices and utilize resources like Broadband.io for collaboration and knowledge exchange. He concludes by stressing the critical nature of broadband connectivity for economic and social development.  Join the 5G Talent Talk community today: broadstaffglobal.comInstagramLinkedInFacebookYouTube

Today we'll talk about Internet Access and the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Challenge Process. We'll talk to the City and County of Honolulu to find out how they are helping community members ensure broadband delivery.

In this episode of the Building for Digital Equity Podcast, Chris interviews Paul Goodman from the Center for Accessible Technology (C4AT) about his work advocating for broadband accessibility and affordability. They discuss the importance of community input, California's exciting broadband initiatives, and the challenges of making technology accessible for people with disabilities.

Tune in for another episode of NEDAS Live! as we are joined by David Bronston, Special Counsel and Co-Lead of the Telecommunications Practice at Phillips Lytle. David brings his vast experience to the discussion, shedding light on the evolving telecommunications landscape and the challenges faced by the industry. From the impact of the 1996 Telecommunications Act to the controversies surrounding net neutrality, David provides a comprehensive overview of the regulatory environment. The conversation also delves into the transformative Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program, which allocates $42 billion to states for broadband infrastructure development. David explains the requirements for companies to access these funds and shares his predictions on the potential winners and losers in the digital race.

The Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program represents a generational investment in new infrastructure, and will no doubt bring new fiber connections to millions of households around the country. Is the current state of middle mile in the United States ready? Join us Friday, April 12th at 2pm ET for the latest episode of […]

5G was in the doldrums, but 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is a success story – it is growing and we predict more adoption by enterprise customers in 2024. In certain industries, particularly those with more remote or ex-suburban presences, 5G FWA tempts enterprise customers as an alternative to fixed broadband.  Investments by providers, fueled by the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Program and other available funds (e.g., Connect America Fund), will make 5G FWA more available and affordable.  In 2024, we also predict the accelerated adoption of 5G and Wi-Fi 6E and 7 technologies as enterprises prioritize wireless connectivity for critical applications, leading to a hybrid wired-wireless WAN architecture. In this 10-minute podcast, Deb Boehling and David Lee join Tony Mangino to discuss how 5G FWA will become an increasingly popular option for the enterprise ICT network architecture. If you would like to learn more about our experience in this space, please visit our Mobility Services – In-Country, Regional, Global and Success Stories webpages. Follow us on LinkedIn: LB3 & TC2

Ethernity Networks Ltd (AIM:ENET, OTCQB:ENETF) Vice President of Marketing and Business Development Ilan Tevet joins Proactive's Stephen Gunnion with more details of the US government's Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program under President Biden, aimed at enhancing broadband accessibility in rural areas with insufficient internet connectivity. Tevet said initiatives like the Rural Digital Opportunity Fund and its subsequent expansion to a $42 billion program reflect a concerted effort to improve digital inclusion, economic participation, and educational opportunities through enhanced broadband infrastructure. Following Ethernity's participation in WISPA America, Tevet also discussed the evolution of the wireless ISP market in America, particularly in rural regions, transitioning from reliance on fixed wireless technologies to a hybrid approach incorporating wireline solutions. This shift, driven by the recognition of GPON networks' ability to deliver high-bandwidth, cost-effective, and future-proofed connectivity, presents both challenges and learning opportunities for wireless ISPs and vendors. The adoption of new skills, such as fibre optic deployment, is essential for these entities to capitalize on the substantial federal funding available for broadband expansion. For Ethernity Networks, Tevet said these developments signal significant growth opportunities. The company's extensive experience in Carrier Ethernet and GPON, alongside its integrated system-on-chip components, positions it to offer innovative solutions that cater to the evolving needs of both fixed wireless vendors and ISPs. This strategic alignment with market transitions and funding incentives allows Ethernity Networks to anticipate further expansion and influence in the broadband infrastructure sector. #EthernityNetworks #BroadbandFunding #GPON #CarrierEthernet #DigitalInclusion #BroadbandExpansion #ISP #WirelessTechnology #FutureProofing #TechnologyInnovation #ProactiveInvestors #invest #investing #investment #investor #stockmarket #stocks #stock #stockmarketnews

In a timely and important episode about the deployment and execution of federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funding, several telecommunications experts weighed in on the program's future. With 2023 coming to a close, this conversation about BEAD comes at the right time as it marks a year filled with substantial updates and progress in broadband infrastructure initiatives. The BEAD initiative, part of a broader effort to revitalize and expand broadband infrastructure in the U.S., has seen significant progress over the year. Now, with all states and territories having submitted their BEAD funding proposals, this episode delves into the critical phase of this transformative project. The stakes are high as this funding aims to reshape and improve America's digital landscape.This subsequently raises the question, how effectively are the BEAD funds being managed and allocated, and what are the broader implications for U.S. broadband infrastructure?For a new episode of "Wavelengths," an Amphenol Broadband Solutions podcast, host Daniel Litwin brought together an impressive panel for a major roundtable discussion on BEAD funding. He was joined by Zachary Raley, SVP and Advisor to the CEO of Amphenol, Ben Elkins, CEO of AireBeam, and Diana Goovaerts, Executive Editor, Fierce Telecom and Silverlinings. The episode made a deep dive into the state of BEAD funding, exploring its achievements, challenges, and future trajectory.Several points tackled during the episode included:An evaluation of the successes and obstacles encountered in implementing BEAD funding.Assessing the strategic adequacy of proposals submitted by all 56 states and territories.Insights into the expected long-term effects of BEAD funding on U.S. broadband expansion.Zachary Raley is a seasoned advisor at Amphenol and its SVP. He has a unique perspective on equipment and hardware essential for broadband expansion. Ben Elkins is the CEO of AireBeam and provides an operator's viewpoint and is an expert on the success of the BEAD program in Arizona. Diana Goovaerts offers an editorial lens, discussing the broader context and critical issues surrounding BEAD funding.

In a timely and important episode about the deployment and execution of federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) funding, several telecommunications experts weighed in on the program's future. With 2023 coming to a close, this conversation about BEAD comes at the right time as it marks a year filled with substantial updates and progress in broadband infrastructure initiatives. The BEAD initiative, part of a broader effort to revitalize and expand broadband infrastructure in the U.S., has seen significant progress over the year. Now, with all states and territories having submitted their BEAD funding proposals, this episode delves into the critical phase of this transformative project. The stakes are high as this funding aims to reshape and improve America's digital landscape.This subsequently raises the question, how effectively are the BEAD funds being managed and allocated, and what are the broader implications for U.S. broadband infrastructure?For a new episode of "Wavelengths," an Amphenol Broadband Solutions podcast, host Daniel Litwin brought together an impressive panel for a major roundtable discussion on BEAD funding. He was joined by Zachary Raley, SVP and Advisor to the CEO of Amphenol, Ben Elkins, CEO of AireBeam, and Diana Goovaerts, Executive Editor, Fierce Telecom and Silverlinings. The episode made a deep dive into the state of BEAD funding, exploring its achievements, challenges, and future trajectory.Several points tackled during the episode included:An evaluation of the successes and obstacles encountered in implementing BEAD funding.Assessing the strategic adequacy of proposals submitted by all 56 states and territories.Insights into the expected long-term effects of BEAD funding on U.S. broadband expansion.Zachary Raley is a seasoned advisor at Amphenol and its SVP. He has a unique perspective on equipment and hardware essential for broadband expansion. Ben Elkins is the CEO of AireBeam and provides an operator's viewpoint and is an expert on the success of the BEAD program in Arizona. Diana Goovaerts offers an editorial lens, discussing the broader context and critical issues surrounding BEAD funding.

In episode 3, host Lynn Follansbee, vice president of strategic initiatives and partnerships at USTelecom, sits down with Veneeth Iyengar, executive director of ConnectLA, the state of Louisiana's broadband efforts. The two talk about Louisiana's success in being the first state to have NTIA approve its Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) proposal, specific aspects of the plan, meeting the low income option of the proposal, timeline for implementation, and best practices for approval.    Show notes Veneeth Iyengar is the first executive director for the state of Louisiana's broadband efforts (also known as ConnectLA). He is responsible for coordinating efforts among federal, state and local leaders in allocating nearly $1.6 Billion in federal funds to eliminate the digital divide in Louisiana by 2029. He and his team are considered thought leaders in the broadband community for their rapid scale up and execution of federal dollars to impact the 1.7 million residents in Louisiana who lack high speed internet. Louisiana's efforts have been recognized nationally, and he is often asked to speak at events hosted and or organized by the Pew Charitable Trusts, National Governors Association, Consumer Electronics Show, Fiber Broadband Association, National Conference of State Legislators, US Department of Commerce's SelectUSA Summit, Federalist Society, American Enterprise Institute, Brookings Institute and leading other organizations. ConnectLA's work also has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Politico, Axios, Fierce Telecom, Telecompetitor, Associated Press, Semafor, The Advocate, USA Today's network of newspapers and other leading telecom publications.   Bytes & Bandwidth is produced by Association Briefings.

Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment requires states to make a five year plan. Oregon Broadband Director Nick Batz visits with details of the next steps.

Ladies and Gentlemen, hold on to your hats as we journey through a whirlwind of tech insights this 4th of July! We're grabbing the bull by the horns with a comprehensive breakdown of the Biden Administration's Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program. This is no ordinary commentary, we've got Nick Espinosa from Security Fanatics adding his expert touch to the conversation. Together, we dissect how this whopping $42 billion allocation is set to bridge the digital divide and democratize internet access across the US. Be prepared for some nostalgia too, as we reminisce about the iconic Sony Walkman and reflect on its influence on the technology landscape.Don't switch off yet, we've got a couple of curveballs for you! Get ready to teleport from the world of tech to the cosmos, as we delve into the enigmatic realm of quasi-moons. The star of this segment is the recently discovered, 46919 Kamal O'Wallow Way. The intrigue doesn't end there, we'll also be unearthing the rise and fall of the once billion-dollar worth social media app - IRL. It's a cautionary tale of inflated user numbers and bot accounts that led to an unfortunate shutdown.Strap in as we transition from starry skies and fallen apps to the gritty world of cybersecurity breaches. We'll be shining a light on the recent breach at the New York City Department of Education and Police, the mysterious loss of JP Morgan's emails, and the failings of LastPass's multi-factor authentication. It's a rollercoaster of tech talk, laced with a bit of whiskey and a whole lot of holiday cheer. Get ready, because this 4th of July, we're lighting up not just the skies, but your tech awareness too!Episode 160 Starts at 1:28This week on TechTime with Nathan Mumm®, the White House Announces $42 Billion to Expand Broadband Across the US to bring high-speed internet to every state and territory. The social app IRL is shutting down like an 80's comedy movie, and LastPass users are furious again. Our Guest, Nick Espinosa from Security Fanatics, is joining us for our Fourth of July special, talking about all latest in CyberCrime. We look back at the Sony Walkman and have a great secret to share during our Nathan Nugget. You will not want to miss this special Holiday 4th of July (save your fingers) event.  We are here to explore that and much more.Join us on TechTime Radio with Nathan Mumm, the show that makes you go "Hummmm" Technology news of the week for July 2nd  – 8th , 2023.--- [Now on Today's Show]: Starts at 2:59--- [Top Stories in Technology]: Starts at 5:36White House Announces $42 Billion to Expand Broadband Across US - https://tinyurl.com/3rhfckbzAstronomers have discovered an asteroid that orbits the Sun with Earth, earning it the moniker “quasi-moon.” - https://tinyurl.com/ywfms9ykSocial app IRL is shutting down. - https://tinyurl.com/32tndxek --- [Pick of the Day - Whiskey Tasting Reveal]: Starts at 23:10Willett Bourbon | 94 Proof | $60.00  --- [Ask the Expert with Nick Espinosa]: Starts at 26:13Nick Espinosa joins the show.  --- [This Week in Technology]: Starts at 42:35July 1, 1979, The first Sony Walkman, goes on sale in Japan. --- [Marc's Whiskey Mumble]: Starts at 44:38--- [Technology Fail of the Week]: Starts at 48:56LastPass users furious and locked out due to MFA resets--- [Mike's Mesmerizing Moment brought to us by StoriCoffee®]: Starts at 52:55--- [Nathan Nugget]: Starts at 54:36Password Notebook--- [Pick of the Day Whiskey Review]: Starts at 56:05Willett Bourbon | 94 Proof | $60.00 Mike: Thumbs UpNathan: Thumbs Up

This is Stephen Schmidt from the Gazette Digital News Desk, and I'm here with your update for Tuesday, June 27.According to the National Weather Service it will be sunny in the Cedar Rapids area on Tuesday, with a high near 88 degrees. The Canadian fire haze will be back, especially in the morning and early afternoon. Tuesday night will be mostly cloudy, with a low of 65 degrees. There will be a chance for showers and thunderstorms late Tuesday into Wednesday.Iowa is receiving $43.5 million in federal funding to buy zero- and low-emission buses, with over half of those dollars going to Iowa City to expand its electric bus fleet and build a new transit facility.Iowa City will receive $23.2 million, which includes doubling the size of its electric bus fleet to eight. The project will improve transit system conditions, service reliability and reduce greenhouse gas emissions, according to the Federal Transit Administration, which awarded the funds.Iowa City's transportation director, Darian Nagle-Gamm, said the federal funds for additional electric buses and a new facility will be a “game changer” and a “necessary piece to the puzzle” of further improving the transit system for Iowa City residents.Funding for the grants comes from the bipartisan infrastructure bill, which Congress passed and President Joe Biden signed in 2021.There was also news about broadband funding from that bill as well on Monday.The White House announced Monday that Iowa will receive $415 million intended to build out broadband access in the most underserved areas of the state.It is part of the national $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.The money will be rolled out through the Empower Rural Iowa Broadband Grant Program, said Gloria Van Rees, spokesperson for the Iowa Office of the Chief Information Officer. To date, that program has directed more than $350 million to broadband grants using state and federal dollars, so this new money will more than double their efforts.The grants will go to projects targeting “unserved” and “underserved” locations and households. Unserved locations are defined as lacking access to at least 25 megabits download and 3 megabit upload speeds, while underserved locations lack at least 100 megabits download and 20 megabits upload speed.Iowa U.S. Sen. Chuck Grassley, a Republican, was the only member of Iowa's current congressional delegation to vote for the infrastructure bill. Rep. Cindy Axne, a Democrat who lost re-election in 2022, also voted for it.The Polk County District Court approved a settlement agreement Monday in a lawsuit against Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds' office filed by journalists and media organizations who sought to require her office to respond to public record requests.Reynolds settled the lawsuit after the Iowa Supreme Court refused to dismiss the case.Clark Kauffman and the Iowa Capital Dispatch, Randy Evans and the Iowa Freedom of Information Council and Laura Belin and Bleeding Heartland filed the lawsuit in 2021, asserting the governor had violated Iowa's open records law by refusing for up to 18 months to provide numerous records the journalists requested. Under the terms of the settlement, the governor's office agreed to allow a state District Court to resolve any future open records disputes with three plaintiffs that may arise over the next...

Gigi Sohn, President Biden's former nominee for FCC Commissioner, joins the podcast to discuss her nomination process, and what it says about dark money in politics and the industry at large. We also discuss what her most urgent goals would have been as FCC Commissioner, the state of the FCC's broadband map as it relates to the $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, her concerns about the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) running dry, how she hopes to reframe the public broadband debate and much more.*This conversation was recorded before President Biden nominated Anna Gomez to serve as FCC Commissioner on May 22.The unedited audio transcript is available in the media player of this episode page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bill Hogg, the CEO of Gigapower, joins the Light Reading Podcast to expand on the company's open access model. He discusses plans to build to 1.5 million locations by 2025, exploration beyond that initial target and how Gigapower is sizing up opportunities to participate in the $42.45 Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.The unedited audio transcript is available in the media player of this episode page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode features Geoff Burke, senior vice president of government affairs and product marketing at DZS, a supplier of access networking and cloud software solutions. We discuss the federal government's forthcoming $42 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program and what DZS is hearing from state broadband leaders on how they're planning to award their share of those funds.The unedited audio transcript is available in the media player of this episode page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tyler Cooper, editor-in-chief of the consumer advocacy group BroadbandNow, joins the podcast to discuss the group's research into the digital divide in the US, including where things have and have not improved, what they've learned about Internet affordability, and the group's warnings on potential hurdles with the federal government's Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program.The unedited audio transcript is available in the media player of this episode page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As broadband infrastructure sees increased attention and widespread changes thanks to the $65 million infrastructure bill, which aims to increase broadband access through programs such as the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), how these programs are being implemented throughout country is important to follow. As internet service providers (ISPs) ramp up installations of broadband access, the ACP offers a different aspect in response to low-income families who already have service, but could benefit from additional opportunities that help them access better connectivity options.How has the ACP funding been useful?In the second episode of the “Wavelengths” podcast, host Daniel Litwin picked up where he left off in his interview with Ben Elkins, CEO of AireBeam, an Arizona-based fiber internet service provider. This time around the two discussed how funds for the ACP is being dispersed and how the ACP functions in contrast to the BEAD program.Litwin and Elkin further discussed …Differences between BEAD and ACP and the issues that each program addressesSeveral advantages that ACP funding offers for internet usersRecent results and the predicted future of the ACP“It helps out the families, it helps out the communities and I believe ACP will be not just a funding that's a one or two-year thing, I think it will go on for generations. I think they will keep funding it and I think it's a great program and I think that for the folks that need help, this is a great way and AireBeam's 100 percent behind it. We've been a practicing member of the ACP for a long time, we're excited about ACP, and we try to promote it all we can,” said Elkins.Ben Elkins is the CEO of Airebeam. He has over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications field and is a graduate of Arizona State University.

As broadband infrastructure sees increased attention and widespread changes thanks to the $65 million infrastructure bill, which aims to increase broadband access through programs such as the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), how these programs are being implemented throughout country is important to follow. As internet service providers (ISPs) ramp up installations of broadband access, the ACP offers a different aspect in response to low-income families who already have service, but could benefit from additional opportunities that help them access better connectivity options.How has the ACP funding been useful?In the second episode of the “Wavelengths” podcast, host Daniel Litwin picked up where he left off in his interview with Ben Elkins, CEO of AireBeam, an Arizona-based fiber internet service provider. This time around the two discussed how funds for the ACP is being dispersed and how the ACP functions in contrast to the BEAD program.Litwin and Elkin further discussed …Differences between BEAD and ACP and the issues that each program addressesSeveral advantages that ACP funding offers for internet usersRecent results and the predicted future of the ACP“It helps out the families, it helps out the communities and I believe ACP will be not just a funding that's a one or two-year thing, I think it will go on for generations. I think they will keep funding it and I think it's a great program and I think that for the folks that need help, this is a great way and AireBeam's 100 percent behind it. We've been a practicing member of the ACP for a long time, we're excited about ACP, and we try to promote it all we can,” said Elkins.Ben Elkins is the CEO of Airebeam. He has over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications field and is a graduate of Arizona State University.

In this episode of The Notebook Dump for the week ending April 21, Jeff Baumgartner, Mike Dano, Nicole Ferraro, Phil Harvey and Kelsey Ziser discuss the war on white papers, Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program challenges, updates from the NAB show, Lumen's 400G expansion and ChatGPT. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the daily304 – your window into Wonderful, Almost Heaven, West Virginia.   Today is Thursday, April 20  Discover (or rediscover) the great outdoors with a family getaway in Almost Heaven…broadband officials seek input from southern West Virginia residents…and get your fill of ramps at these dinners and festivals celebrating the stinky (but delicious!) greens…on today's daily304. #1 – From THE TELEGRAPH (U.K.) –  “The great outdoors” isn't just a stock phrase when it comes to West Virginia: it's a very accurate description of what the state has to offer. So there's no contest when deciding where to take the family on your next adventure: fresh air, astounding vistas and fantastic experiences await. Go hiking, biking or fishing in the Monongahela National Forest or one of West Virginia's many beautiful state parks. Take in the beauty of the Appalachian mountains from horseback at Snowshoe Mountain. Ramp up the excitement with a zipline ride or whitewater rafting in the New River Gorge or an ATV ride on the Hatfield McCoy Trails.  Visit www.wvtourism.com to start planning your Almost Heaven getaway today. Read more: https://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/discover-america/family-holiday-destination-west-virginia/   #2 – From THE BLUEFIELD TELEGRAPH – The Region I Planning & Development Council invites the public in Southern West Virginia counties to attend a series of listening sessions for the West Virginia Office of Broadband's Digital Equity and Broadband Equity, Access and Development Programs Region I will document questions and concerns about the DE and BEAD programs as well as any other relevant broadband-related issues that should be conveyed to the state Office of Broadband. “We're trying to reach as many groups as possible,” said Kim Odle, executive assistant at Region I. These groups include veterans, commissions on aging, people with disabilities and others having problems with getting broadband service.   Meetings will occur at the following times and locations:   Union: Monroe County Rescue Squad Building, 2 p.m. April 25 Princeton: Mercer County Courthouse, Mercer County Commission courtroom, 10 a.m. April 26 Welch: Old Armory Building, McDowell County Commission, 2 p.m. April 26   Read more: https://www.bdtonline.com/news/broadband-listening-sessions-coming-to-southern-west-virginia/article_77061372-da0b-11ed-bb1c-1ba1ceeb1705.html   #3 – From WV EXPLORER –  After a long winter, settlers in West Virginia hungrily welcomed the appearance of the wild leek or ramp, one of the first edible plants to ripen in spring. It became the focus of a tradition of community feasts that has long lingered in rural Appalachia. Scores of community ramp dinners and full-scale festivals are hosted throughout the state beginning in April and continuing through May. From the annual Feast of the Ramson in Richwood to Stinkfest in Huntington, to smaller community dinners, there are plenty of opportunities to get your fill of ramps and their complementary dishes. (Think ham, scrambled eggs, pinto beans and cornbread…)   WV Explorer has compiled a list of ramp dinners in the coming weeks.    Read more: https://wvexplorer.com/recreation/agritourism/ramp-dinners-festivals/   Find these stories and more at wv.gov/daily304. The daily304 curated news and information is brought to you by the West Virginia Department of Commerce: Sharing the wealth, beauty and opportunity in West Virginia with the world. Follow the daily304 on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram @daily304. Or find us online at wv.gov and just click the daily304 logo.  That's all for now. Take care. Be safe. Get outside and enjoy all the opportunity West Virginia has to offer.

This episode features David Stehlin, CEO of the Telecommunications Industry Association (TIA). TIA will host a BEAD Success Summit in Arlington, Virginia, this week – gathering industry and government stakeholders – focused on resolving and clarifying certain rules related to the $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program.The unedited audio transcript is available in the media player of this episode page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Broadband infrastructure is an integral part of society as it ensures that access to networks is possible, and that necessary cables are available to provide high-quality connectivity. Broadband was given priority when the Biden administration introduced a bill in 2021 to address and solve broadband connectivity issues, particularly in rural and disadvantaged areas. The two programs that came out of it were: the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The multibillion-dollar bill provides funding to help increase access to the internet, and allow more customers to purchase and save on affordable internet plans. How have these programs and funding been implemented? The Wavelengths podcast recently explored this. Host Daniel Litwin interviewed Ben Elkins, the CEO of AireBeam, an Arizona-based fiber internet service provider. The two discussed how funding is being dispersed between states and how the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's (NTIA) work, in conjunction with states, is ensuring that broadband goals are met.Litwin and Elkins further discussed …1. BEAD and its necessity for rural and underserved areas 2. Why the FCC's broadband map is very detailed in pointing out areas in need of broadband infrastructure3. How the NTIA's crafty work with BEAD is already more impactful than previous programs, such as RDOF, in making sure funding is properly allocated“The NTIA and BEAD, you actually have them working together, and this is perfect — you have states and government working together, which a lot of times doesn't happen in our society, so this is really, really good. And NTIA was really smart to give each state upfront money to create two things: they got them to have office space and then get personnel and what this allowed them to do was … create directors of broadband in different folks to go out and meet the communities, meet the ISPs, and really get to know them and figure out where the needs were and where the real problem areas and how we can help different states, different counties, different communities; then figure out firsthand, ‘Okay. What ISPs could really be qualified to do this, and then what communities could be matching up well with them,' so, really smart,” said Elkins.Ben Elkins is the CEO of AireBeam. He has over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications field and is a graduate of Arizona State University.

Broadband infrastructure is an integral part of society as it ensures that access to networks is possible, and that necessary cables are available to provide high-quality connectivity. Broadband was given priority when the Biden administration introduced a bill in 2021 to address and solve broadband connectivity issues, particularly in rural and disadvantaged areas. The two programs that came out of it were: the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program and the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP). The multibillion-dollar bill provides funding to help increase access to the internet, and allow more customers to purchase and save on affordable internet plans. How have these programs and funding been implemented? The Wavelengths podcast recently explored this. Host Daniel Litwin interviewed Ben Elkins, the CEO of AireBeam, an Arizona-based fiber internet service provider. The two discussed how funding is being dispersed between states and how the National Telecommunications and Information Administration's (NTIA) work, in conjunction with states, is ensuring that broadband goals are met.Litwin and Elkins further discussed …1. BEAD and its necessity for rural and underserved areas 2. Why the FCC's broadband map is very detailed in pointing out areas in need of broadband infrastructure3. How the NTIA's crafty work with BEAD is already more impactful than previous programs, such as RDOF, in making sure funding is properly allocated“The NTIA and BEAD, you actually have them working together, and this is perfect — you have states and government working together, which a lot of times doesn't happen in our society, so this is really, really good. And NTIA was really smart to give each state upfront money to create two things: they got them to have office space and then get personnel and what this allowed them to do was … create directors of broadband in different folks to go out and meet the communities, meet the ISPs, and really get to know them and figure out where the needs were and where the real problem areas and how we can help different states, different counties, different communities; then figure out firsthand, ‘Okay. What ISPs could really be qualified to do this, and then what communities could be matching up well with them,' so, really smart,” said Elkins.Ben Elkins is the CEO of AireBeam. He has over 20 years of experience in the telecommunications field and is a graduate of Arizona State University.

Brian Hurley, chief regulatory counsel for ACA Connects, joins the podcast to discuss the trade group's BEAD funding framework: a report offering a national analysis of how far funding from the $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program will go, and a state-by-state breakdown of how that money can be used to deploy fiber broadband. We discuss takeaways from that report, and what it reveals for certain states. We also talk about policy priorities for ACA Connects in the lead up to BEAD funds being allocated this summer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the past year, electric power distributor EPB has deployed 25-Gig services in Chattanooga, Tennessee as part of a $70 million fiber upgrade plan.EPB VP Katie Espeseth joins the podcast to explain what the 25-Gig services and fiber deployments mean for economic development in the region. She also touches on potential opportunities for Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) funding, and why EPB is leading a testbed for quantum computing applications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff Baumgartner, Mike Dano, Nicole Ferraro and Kelsey Ziser discuss Q4 earnings results for cable operators such as Comcast, which lost broadband subscribers but gained mobile subs. Nicole provides an update on $42.5 billion Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) program funding debates, and Mike shares why AT&T is doing better than Verizon in the 5G game. We close out with AT&T's launch of robotic dogs for emergency services and "Phil Harvey" makes a surprise appearance in an unexpected form in The Notebook Dump for the week ending January 27. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Business Forward welcomed Sarah Morris, Senior Advisor at the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), for a briefing on the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, the newly announced broadband maps, upcoming NTIA priorities, and steps businesses can take to get involved.

Access to affordable high-speed internet is crucial issue for workforce and economic development, particularly for rural areas. In this episode, you'll hear about overview about the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program and the eligible use of funds. Discover the connection between digital equity and workforce development and the efforts underway to build a talent pipeline in the telecommunications industry.   

In this crossover episode with “Lead Tennessee Radio,” Paige Shapiro, Tennessee's federal program officer for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) and Digital Equity programs, discusses how these programs aim to ensure all people and communities have the skills, technology and capacity needed to reap the full benefits of the digital economy.

The Federal Communications Commission is set to release the first round of its updated national broadband map this week. It’s supposed to show more precise and detailed information on internet availability all over the country. Advocates have complained for years the old maps were full of inaccurate data, and getting those numbers right is a big deal because this new map will determine how the government spends the $42.5 billion in the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program. Marketplace’s Kimberly Adams spoke with Dustin Loup, program manager for the National Broadband Mapping Coalition, a digital advocacy group, about how the new map was developed, how the FCC will try to keep it updated and potential problems facing this updated version.

The Federal Communications Commission is set to release the first round of its updated national broadband map this week. It’s supposed to show more precise and detailed information on internet availability all over the country. Advocates have complained for years the old maps were full of inaccurate data, and getting those numbers right is a big deal because this new map will determine how the government spends the $42.5 billion in the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment program. Marketplace’s Kimberly Adams spoke with Dustin Loup, program manager for the National Broadband Mapping Coalition, a digital advocacy group, about how the new map was developed, how the FCC will try to keep it updated and potential problems facing this updated version.

You're probably listening to this episode on a high speed internet connection - maybe at work, at home, or on the go via your mobile connection. Internet access feels like a basic right at this point - its the foundation on which people's work and home life is now built. From doing homework to accessing benefits, a strong internet connection feels like a given. So it might surprise you to know that in New York City, more than 1 million people don't have access to high speed internet. In this episode, we unpack the status of New York's broadband equity - the difference between access and availability, who is impacted, and what the state and city are doing to solve the digital divide.

Now that much of the $65 billion in rural broadband federal funds are heading to states, local level implementation is about to get real. In this episode, CoBank's Jeff Johnston is joined by Mike Romano, executive vice president of NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association. He outlines what rural stakeholders need to be aware of before they navigate the new Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program.

As students moved to virtual learning, it quickly became clear that the broadband equity issues plaguing students were more significant and more complex than we knew. Hudson School District in Wisconsin benefitted from agencies who worked together to help solve this issue. In our professional advancement webinars, education technology experts from across the country and around the world present on their specialties. During each interactive session, experts engage in dialogue to address the challenges and opportunities facing educators. Webinars are FREE for members and $59 for non-members. Partner webinars are free for all. For a complete listing of all CoSN's webinars, please visit: https://www.cosn.org/education-events/webinars/ Engage further in the discussion on Twitter. Follow: @CoSN

Gus is joined by Kristian Stout, the Director of Innovation Policy at the International Center for Law & Economics. An expert in telecommunications and Internet governance, Kristian provides insight into the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program, as he and Gus discuss the challenges of connectivity, how the program is being implemented, and weigh in on the good, bad, and the ugly. For a deeper dive into the Broadband Map Project discussed in this episode, check out our previously released episode with Sarah Oh Lam, “Mapping Broadband Connections Across America.” As mentioned in this episode, you can find Kristian's “Guiding Principles & Legislative Checklist for Broadband Subsidies” here. Kristian Stout is the ICLE's Director of Innovation Policy. Kristian has been a Fellow at the Internet Law & Policy Foundry, as well as the Eagleton Institute of Politics. Prior to practicing law, Kristian was a technology entrepreneur and a lecturer in the Computer Science Department at Rutgers University. Kristian has also served on the Broadband Deployment Advisory Committee for the Federal Communications Commission.Follow Kristian on Twitter: @kristianstout Links  Nebraska Governance and Technology Center

Following the passage of the https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/3684/text (Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act) (IIJA), a Department of Commerce branch known as the https://www.ntia.doc.gov/ (National Telecommunications and Information Administration) (NTIA) has been tasked with allocating $42.5 billion of federal broadband infrastructure funding to state and local governments through the https://broadbandusa.ntia.doc.gov/resources/grant-programs/broadband-equity-access-and-deployment-bead-program (Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) program). This $42.5 billion is part of a larger $65 billion sum that the IIJA puts toward broadband infrastructure. How can NTIA and the states ensure the money is spent effectively and that people are held accountable? How can remaining barriers to broadband adoption be overcome without just throwing money at the issue? On this episode, https://www.aei.org/profile/shane-tews/ (Shane )welcomes AEI Nonresident Senior Fellow https://www.aei.org/profile/mark-jamison-2/ (Mark Jamison) back to the podcast. Dr. Jamison has previously appeared on the show to talk about tech antitrust issues, but is an internet and telecommunications expert by training. In addition to his fellowship at AEI, Dr. Jamison directs the Public Utility Research Center at the University of Florida's Warrington College of Business—where he also teaches. Dr. Jamison previously served on the Federal Communications Commission transition team for President-elect Trump, and as a special adviser to the governor of Florida's internet task force. He is currently working with the Florida state government to help write the state's strategic broadband plan. See https://broadbandusa.ntia.doc.gov/resources/states (here) and https://broadbandusa.ntia.doc.gov/resources/state-broadband-leaders-network-sbln (here) for more information on NTIA's state-level broadband initiatives.

Scott Woods, vice president of community engagement at Ready, and former director of the Office of Minority Broadband Initiatives at the NTIA, joins the show to discuss the NTIA's notices of funding opportunity for the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) and Digital Equity Act programs. He explains what the agency got right and where its rules "missed the mark." We also discuss his current role at Ready and how the software company is helping ISPs and other broadband stakeholders prepare for funding opportunities. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on the podcast, Christopher is joined by Nancy Werner, General Counsel of the National Association of Telecommunications Officers and Advisors (NATOA).  During the conversation, the two talk about NATOA and it's role in supporting community broadband projects, how the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment (BEAD) Act is structured, and how exactly BEAD grant … Continue reading "Breaking Down BEAD Funding Requirements with Nancy Werner – Episode 498 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast"

As the Delta Variant looms over a return to school this fall, we've learned during this pandemic that the internet is not simply a luxury, but a necessity. Last year, research revealed deep inequities in internet access among children in Chicago. Local experts join Reset to explain how families can get connected, and how internet access enriches not only students, but families and whole communities

Episode Title: David Gilford, Principal, Urban Technology, HR&A Advisors | Co-Founder, Broadband Equity PartnershipInterviewer: Bradley Caro CookInterviewee: David GilfordIn this Career Up Now Socially Distant Close Up podcast, Bradley Caro Cook interviews David Gilford, who is a Principal with HR&A Advisors, helping public and private sector build equitable digital infrastructure, deploy technology in the public realm, and create long-term strategies for urban innovation. He is also co-founder of the Broadband Equity Partnership, a mission-driven consultancy helping cities close the digital divide.Let's join David Gilford and our host Bradley Caro Cook for this thought provoking conversation.Nonprofit, Fundraising, CareerUpNow.org, Careers, Entrepreneurship, Investing, Management, Marketing, Courses, How To, Language Learning, Self-Improvement, Business news, Business, Education, History, Society and Culture, Technology, Religion and Spirituality, Judaism, Religion, Spirituality, Documentary, Personal Journals, Philosophy, Places and Travel, Relationships