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Best podcasts about rural broadband

Latest podcast episodes about rural broadband

Law and Chaos
Ep 88 — Meet Brendan Carr, The Guy Who's Going To Make Internet Service Even Sh*ttier (Ft. Karl Bode)

Law and Chaos

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2024 63:18


Trump has nominated Brendan Carr to chair the FCC, calling him a “warrior for Free Speech” who “will end the regulatory onslaught that has been crippling America's Job Creators and Innovators, ​​and ensure that the FCC delivers for rural America." But as tech journalist Karl Bode explains, Carr has threatened to go after media outlets that criticize Trump, and his plans for rural broadband are even worse. And Liz and Andrew break down the issue “scrutiny” in Skrmetti, the SCOTUS case on healthcare for trans kids. Plus, we check in with Rudy Giuliani's shenanigans in the subscriber bonus.   Links: Skrmetti: It Was THAT Bad https://www.lawandchaospod.com/p/skrmetti-it-was-that-bad   Institute for Local Self Reliance https://ilsr.org/   Karl Bode at Techdirt https://www.techdirt.com/user/kbode/    Show Links: https://www.lawandchaospod.com/ BlueSky: @LawAndChaosPod Threads: @LawAndChaosPod Twitter: @LawAndChaosPod Patreon: patreon.com/LawAndChaosPod  

The Political Mike
DNC Night 3 - From Minnesota to the Nation: Tim Walz takes Center Stage

The Political Mike

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 74:19


Farming Today
03/08/2024: Crime in the Countryside; Renewable Energy; Rural broadband

Farming Today

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2024 24:37


Many rural people are feeling 'vulnerable and intimidated' because of crime according to the National Farmers Union. Figures out this week from the insurers NFU Mutual put the cost at just under £53 million last year - up from 50 million in 2022.The new Labour government is putting renewable energy at the heart of its plans - it wants to double the power from onshore wind farms and triple solar power - both on buildings and in fields.One farm is benefitting from the rain we've endured over recent months, because they want their farm to be more sustainable. So as well as reducing inputs of bought-in feed, fertiliser and fuel and creating new habitats, they are producing hydro-electric power. It keeps their bills down and they can sell electricity back into the grid.A survey by the NFU has shown that while there has been some improvement in the provision of superfast broadband, only 34% of farmers who responded have a fibre connection. And the combines are out at last, one farmer reflects on the joys of a little sunshine.Presented by Charlotte SmithProduced by Alun Beach

Farming Today
30/07/2024: Rural broadband, Weather and the harvest, Solar farms

Farming Today

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2024 13:59


A survey by the NFU has shown that while there has been some improvement in the provision of superfast broadband, only 34% of farmers who responded have a fibre connection. A farmer in the depths of his harvest has his fingers crossed that this spell of hot sunny weather will continue.Solar farms built on farmland are an increasingly controversial topic, one farmer is looking to expand his by over 80 acres.Presented by Caz GrahamProduced by Alun Beach

Across Kentucky
KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham | Rural Broadband

Across Kentucky

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2024 0:59


KFB Executive Vice President Drew Graham says adequate broadband is important for all Kentuckians regardless of their address.

The Situation with Michael Brown
6-20-24 - 7am - How much should rural broadband cost and Fauci's fire pit story

The Situation with Michael Brown

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 33:17


The Situation with Michael Brown
6-20-24 - 6am - NY Gov suggests ban on masks in public and billions for rural broadband

The Situation with Michael Brown

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2024 34:59


All Day Digital
Rural Broadband Operators on the Front Lines of National Security

All Day Digital

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2024 23:41


From Virginia to Alaska, the U.S. government is boosting national security investments, creating new opportunities and challenges for rural broadband operators. Telecom investor and Army veteran Chad Crank warns that as world geopolitics become increasing unstable, the U.S. government should work with the private sector to reduce risks from bad actors.

Kentucky Politics Weekly
Election Wrap-Up Live at the KY Rural Broadband Association

Kentucky Politics Weekly

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2024 53:37


The primaries have ended, turnout was low, there weren't many upsets, time marches on. The KPW crew looks at it all in front of a live audience at the KY Rural Broadband Association. Also, killer Iranian Mountains and a Utah family competes for a Darwin Award but they'll have to beat out the Colorado GOP to win it!

StoryConnect the Podcast
2024 Rural Broadband Streaming and Social Media Study, With Scott Meyer

StoryConnect the Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 11:39


For the second year in a row, price was not the No. 1 concern for respondents in Innovative Systems' annual broadband survey. What is it that matters most? This episode also includes notes on bundling, social media platform usage, streaming options and communication preferences.Special: Recorded LIVE at StoryConnect 2024!

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers
Agri-Pulse Newsmakers: May 10, 2024: Rep. Dusty Johnson, R-S.D., on farm bill, rural broadband

Agri-Pulse Newsmakers

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2024 25:56


South Dakota Republican Dusty Johnson sits on the House Agriculture Committee, which will mark up a farm bill on May 23. He joins this week's show to discuss the latest developments on the farm bill and what the next few weeks will look like. He also dives deeper into the rural broadband efforts.Then, Joby Young with the American Farm Bureau Federation and Jonathan Coppess with the Gardner Agriculture Policy Program at the University of Illinois join this week's show to discuss the political environment around a farm bill.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD

Wavelengths
Rural Broadband Infrastructure is Foundational for the Next Wave of Agricultural Technology

Wavelengths

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 41:35


Curt Blades, SVP of Agriculture Services & Forestry at AEM discusses agriculture technology, and rural broadband infrastructure's importance.

Acquisitions Anonymous
Rural broadband - Sticky customers or sticky situation? - Acquisitions Anonymous 284

Acquisitions Anonymous

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 27:49


In the episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Heather and Bill discuss a rural broadband provider in Utah. The company is listed for $3 million with $340,000 cash flow and claims to offer cheaper infrastructure. However, the hosts express skepticism due to emerging competition from Starlink and uncertainty about government subsidies. They question the business's scalability and suggest it may be better suited for acquisition within a roll-up strategy. Overall, they highlight the risks and challenges in the broadband industry, emphasizing the importance of customer acquisition and regulatory factors.Thanks to this week's sponsor:Are you looking to buy, grow, invest in, or sell profitable businesses? Well, guess what? The M&A Launchpad Conference is happening on May 11th, 2024, in Houston, Texas, and you're going to want to be there. It's a one-day event where you can network with individuals who've been there, done that—think successful business owners, savvy acquirers, and private equity investors.At the M&A Launchpad Conference, attendees will gain first-hand insights from over 30 industry experts who have masterfully navigated the journey of acquiring, operating, scaling, and ultimately selling businesses for significant returns, including Walker Deibel WSJ & USA Today bestselling author of Buy and Then Build.And because you're awesome and part of the Acquisitions Anonymous community, we've got a sweet deal for you—200 bucks off your ticket. Just head over to malaunchpad.com and enter the code AA at checkout to claim your discount. I'll say it again, head over to malaunchpad.com and enter the code AA at checkout to claim your discount. Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations.

Acquisitions Anonymous
Rural broadband - Sticky customers or sticky situation? - Acquisitions Anonymous 284

Acquisitions Anonymous

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2024 27:49


In the episode of Acquisitions Anonymous, Heather and Bill discuss a rural broadband provider in Utah. The company is listed for $3 million with $340,000 cash flow and claims to offer cheaper infrastructure. However, the hosts express skepticism due to emerging competition from Starlink and uncertainty about government subsidies. They question the business's scalability and suggest it may be better suited for acquisition within a roll-up strategy. Overall, they highlight the risks and challenges in the broadband industry, emphasizing the importance of customer acquisition and regulatory factors.Thanks to this week's sponsor:Are you looking to buy, grow, invest in, or sell profitable businesses? Well, guess what? The M&A Launchpad Conference is happening on May 11th, 2024, in Houston, Texas, and you're going to want to be there. It's a one-day event where you can network with individuals who've been there, done that—think successful business owners, savvy acquirers, and private equity investors.At the M&A Launchpad Conference, attendees will gain first-hand insights from over 30 industry experts who have masterfully navigated the journey of acquiring, operating, scaling, and ultimately selling businesses for significant returns, including Walker Deibel WSJ & USA Today bestselling author of Buy and Then Build.And because you're awesome and part of the Acquisitions Anonymous community, we've got a sweet deal for you—200 bucks off your ticket. Just head over to malaunchpad.com and enter the code AA at checkout to claim your discount. I'll say it again, head over to malaunchpad.com and enter the code AA at checkout to claim your discount. Do you love Acquanon and want to see our smiling faces? Subscribe to our Youtube channel. Do you enjoy our content? Rate our show! Follow us on Twitter @acquanon Learnings about small business acquisitions and operations.

Wavelengths
Bridging the Digital Divide Will Depend Heavily on the Future of Rural Broadband Expansion

Wavelengths

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2024 47:51


High-speed internet access is synonymous with economic prosperity, however, the disparity in broadband infrastructure between urban and rural communities has never been more pronounced. As the digital revolution marches on, the divide widens, leaving rural communities deep in the shadows of technological advancement. But this stark reality centers an urgent call to action, spearheaded by initiatives like BEAD funding, which is aimed at revitalizing rural broadband infrastructure. Amidst this backdrop, the critical question looms: How can rural communities navigate the complex maze of broadband expansion to bridge the digital divide effectively?For another insightful episode of Wavelengths, an Amphenol Broadband Solutions podcast, host Daniel Litwin is joined by Brant Carter, Director of Industry Products at Sitetracker. The two unraveled the intricacies of broadband expansion in rural areas. This episode also explored the challenges, opportunities, and innovative strategies pivotal for the successful deployment of rural broadband infrastructure.In this episode, Litwin and Carter delved into:● The current state of rural broadband expansion and the unique challenges rural communities face, from geographical constraints to resource limitations.● Exploring actionable strategies for rural telcos to navigate the complex landscape of broadband deployment.● The Role of BEAD Funding and examining its impact on the rural broadband landscape and how it shapes the future of connectivity in rural America.Brant Carter is the Director of Industry Products at Sitetracker. With a distinguished career at the company, he has a wealth of experience in telecommunications infrastructure. His role includes deploying critical infrastructure across various sectors, managing multi-billion dollar projects globally. This has allowed Carter to be positioned as a leading voice in telecommunications infrastructure.

The KOSU Daily
New teacher bonuses, Oklahoma water issues, rural broadband grants and more

The KOSU Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 26, 2024 8:38


State Superintendent Ryan Walters defends mistakes in teacher signing bonuses.Oklahoma is still facing water issues after recent freezing temps.New grants will bring broadband to rural areas.You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment.You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at KOSU Radio.This is The KOSU Daily, Oklahoma news, every weekday.

All Day Digital
Rural Broadband Jeopardized by USF Legal Threats

All Day Digital

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2024 24:45


The Universal Service Fund, an FCC program that ensures connectivity in rural America, is being challenged in U.S. federal circuit court. The outcome could be disruptive for rural telecom operators who rely on USF support. In this episode of All Day Digital, the former executive director of the FCC's National Broadband Plan, Blair Levin, explains the situation and urges rural communities to be informed.

Clark County Today News
Rep. Waters introduces bipartisan legislation that would help further rural broadband expansion

Clark County Today News

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 2:09


A bill from Rep. Kevin Waters that would further the effort to expand rural broadband in Washington received a hearing in the House Innovation, Community and Economic Development, and Veterans Committee Tuesday. http://tinyurl.com/3u542ysw #HouseBill1982 #CommunityEconomicRevitalizationBoard #RuralBroadbandProgram #RepKevinWaters #RuralBroadband #WashingtonStateLegislature #2024LegislativeSession #VancouverWa #ClarkCountyWa #ClarkCountyNews #ClarkCountyToday

California Ag Today
Proposed FCC Regulations Could Kneecap Rural Broadband Expansion

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2023


In the last few years federal, state, and local entities have deployed billions into broadband funding to help close the nation's digital divide.

California Ag Today
Proposed FCC Regulations Could Kneecap Rural Broadband Expansion

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2023


In recent years, significant funding has been allocated by federal, state, and local authorities to bridge the digital divide. Rick Cimerman, VP of State Affairs at NCTA, warns that new FCC regulations will hinder broadband expansion in rural areas.

Inside Agriculture Podcasts
12-14-23 - NCGA Announces Corn Yield Contest Winners. Proposed Regulations from Washington Will Harm Rural Broadband Expansion.

Inside Agriculture Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2023 4:00


The Broadband Bunch
How WDM Ventures Supports Rural Broadband Providers through Financial Partnerships

The Broadband Bunch

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2023 27:58


In this episode, we are joined by Bill MacNamara, CEO of WDM Ventures. WDM was founded by industry experts, and specializes in long-term financial partnerships for the broadband industry. Bill's commitment goes beyond financing, as he helps providers refine business plans to ensure sustainable growth and high-quality connectivity in their communities. Click now to hear his story and enjoy this informative conversation. Also, subscribe to the Broadband Bunch on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. To Contact Bill McNamara: bill@wdm-ventures.com.

News & Views with Joel Heitkamp
Joel and Andy Berke from USDA talk about rural broadband

News & Views with Joel Heitkamp

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2023 15:34


12/04/23: Joel Heitkamp is joined in the KGFO studio by Andy Berke. Andy is the Administrator of the Rural Utilities Service within USDA Rural Development. He's speaking at the Broadband Association of ND's annual meeting today! Joel and Andy talk about the importance of rural utilities, including broadband, and what the Biden administration has done for North Dakota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conversations with the Mayors
Orange County: Rural Broadband Rollout, Comprehensive Strategic Plan, and More

Conversations with the Mayors

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2023 10:18


Orange County Commissioner Earl McKee spoke with 97.9 The Hill's Andrew Stuckey on Wednesday, November 29. He discussed the continued rollout of rural broadband Internet access in Orange County, including some upcoming public feedback opportunities. He also discussed the board's recent work on their Comprehensive Strategic Plan, upcoming community events, and more. The post Orange County: Rural Broadband Rollout, Comprehensive Strategic Plan, and More appeared first on Chapelboro.com.

Mississippi Edition
10/09/2023: CHAMP for Mothers | Absentee Voting | Rural Broadband and Telemedicine

Mississippi Edition

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2023 24:11


Many new mothers experience post-partum depression after giving birth. Doctors are trying to find new ways to reach people who are at the greatest risk.Then, Mississippi's Secretary of State shares how folks can vote absentee in this year's general election.Plus, Expanding broadband access could return $43 million dollars annually through telemedicine visits according to a new study. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2A Ricochet
S001 E009 - Rural Broadband & School Choice in Texas

2A Ricochet

Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 53:12


Suzanne Bellsnyder joins the podcast to discuss the importance of rural broadband and the upcoming constitutional amendment election in Texas. She explains that broadband is a foundational resource for rural communities, impacting economic development, healthcare, and education. Suzanne highlights the need for broadband in rural areas and the challenges faced by these communities. She also addresses concerns about small rural broadband companies and the impact of the proposed amendment on competition. The conversation then shifts to the topic of school choice and the upcoming special session in Texas. Suzanne shares her perspective on school choice and the potential impact on public schools, particularly in rural areas. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong public education system while also providing choice options for families.More info and writing from Suzanne can be found at TexasRuralReporter.com and you can find her on twitter/x at https://www.x.com/sbellsnyderSend a message to Garrett and Andi at hosts@seeingredpodcast.com.Follow us on all social media platforms @theseeingredpod. Follow us on all socials at @theseeingredpod and online at our website Seeing Red Podcast

California Ag Today
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023


The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.You might be asking yourself, “well that sounds all fine and dandy on paper, but what does that actually mean?”

California Ag Today
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023


The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.You might be asking yourself, “well that sounds all fine and dandy on paper, but what does that actually mean?”

California Ag Today
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023


The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.

The Broadband Bunch
Helping Rural Broadband ISPs Step Up Efforts to Connect Hard-to-Reach Communities.

The Broadband Bunch

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2023 40:47


In this episode, we are joined by Offir Schwartz, Founder & CEO of Capcon Networks, a company focused on Rural Broadband Multi-Site Networking. Offir is passionate about connecting rural broadband operators and communities more efficiently, ensuring better internet access even in hard-to-reach areas. Under his leadership, Capcon Networks provides innovative solutions, enabling operators to compete fairly and serve communities better. Offir's dedication to digital inclusion drives positive social impact and fosters meaningful partnerships in underserved regions. Click now to listen to this informative and very educational episode. Also, subscribe to the Broadband Bunch on your favorite podcast platform so you never miss an episode. https://www.capconnetworks.com/

California Ag Today
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023


The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.

Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand
SpaceX launches satellite for faster rural broadband

Chicago's Afternoon News with Steve Bertrand

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023


Stephen Shankland, principal writer for CNET, joins Lisa Dent to explain how SpaceX’s launch of the largest commercial communications satellite ever will deliver broadband service across nearly 80% of North America. Follow The Lisa Dent Show on Twitter:Follow @LisaDentSpeaksFollow @SteveBertrand Follow @kpowell720 Follow @maryvandeveldeFollow @LaurenLapka

Ag News Daily
July 19, 2023: Rural Broadband, the Farm Bill, and other legislation impacting rural America with Representative Zach Nunn

Ag News Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2023


Iowa Representative Zach Nunn joins to discuss some legislation he has spearheaded trying to help bring better broadband to rural America. We also touch on the Farm Bill and a few other priorities for Washington D.C.

California Ag Today
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2023


The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.You might be asking yourself, “well that sounds all fine and dandy on paper, but what does that actually mean?”

California Ag Today
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2023


The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.

New England Weekend
Wiring Western Massachusetts for Progress with Rural Broadband

New England Weekend

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2023 14:37


Dialup internet access just doesn't cut it these days. We have so much to stream, send, and create! Reliable high-speed internet is a critical tool not just for socializing, but also for work and health care access, among many other areas. Rural areas have struggled to keep pace with the infrastructure, but that's changing in western Massachusetts. State Sen. Paul Mark (D-Becket) returns to the show to talk with Nichole about the plan to get rural towns connected.

Farming Today
20/06/23 Wildfires; rural broadband; giant hogweed and sheep.

Farming Today

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2023 13:44


Over the last fortnight fire crews across the UK have been tackling wildfires as dry weather and high temperatures combine. Experts says they're going to become more frequent. We ask how land can be managed to help avoid them in future. Rural communities often lack a decent broadband connection. Under the government's levelling up agenda there is a commitment to connect parts of rural Britain to ultra fast broadband, through Project Gigabit. As part of the scheme, homes and businesses can apply for up to £4,500 to help to cover installation costs. The money is applied for on behalf of the customer by a broadband supplier, often a smaller, independent network provider but many of them are under financial pressure. People living in West Wales are now calling for urgent action because the company that was supposed to connect them, went into administration. All week we're looking at sheep. Farmers in Scotland having been taking part in a trial where sheep are used to control giant hogweed - an invasive alien plant which can overwhelm native plants by its vigorous growth. Its sap is also toxic to human skin, leaving blisters and long term sensitivity to UV. Sheep however love nibbling it and are being used to stop it spreading. Presenter = Anna Hill Producer = Rebecca Rooney

California Ag Today
USDA Grants Millions in Rural Broadband ReConnect Program

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023


The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect thousands of rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet. You might be asking yourself, “well that sounds all fine and dandy on paper, but what does that actually mean?”

Farm and Ranch Report
USDA Releasing Over $700 Million to Improve Rural Internet Access

Farm and Ranch Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2023


The USDA is offering $714 million in grants and loans to connect rural Americans to affordable, high-speed internet.

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Disconnected: new study into rural broadband

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2023 16:53


A new study investigating the availability of reliable broadband in rural areas, and the impact this has on lives and businesses, is being welcomed by farmers. The Commerce Commission's study aims to paint a picture of the rural telecommunications market, including the options available to communities, businesses and farmers, beyond the national UFB fibre footprint, and how these are priced and performing. Fibre has been rolled out to 87 percent of the country's households, mainly in urban areas. That means more than one in every ten homes don't have it, mainly in rural areas. Federated Farmers did a survey last year showing coverage, reliability and speed of mobile and internet services for many farming families and businesses are treading water, if not going backwards. Almost 1 in 5 farms are moving to relatively expensive satellite broadband, such as Star Link, where fibre isn't available. Kathryn speaks with Federated Farmers national telecommunications chairperson Richard McIntyre and Chief Executive of the Tech Users Group Craig Young, who is also welcoming the review, but cautions satellite connection is not a good enough option.

Digging In with Missouri Farm Bureau
Digging in to Rural Broadband

Digging In with Missouri Farm Bureau

Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2023 18:54


Janet is joined by BJ Tanksley, Director for the Office of Broadband Development in the Missouri Department of Economic Development, to discuss their upcoming Connecting All Missourians 2023 Spring Outreach Tour. The tour aims to ensure all Missourians have high-quality, affordable internet access, and the skills to use it. For more information on the tour or other rural broadband initiatives through DED, visit ded2.mo.gov/connecting-all-missourians, call 573-522-6261, or email broadband@ded.mo.gov. Host: Janet Adkison, MOFB Director of Public Affairs Guest: BJ Tanksley, Director for the Office of Broadband Development, MO DED Producer: Elizabeth Wyss, MOFB Audio/Visual Specialist

Appalachia Meets World
Appalachia Meets World Episode 103 - Rural Broadband from a Co-op in Appalachia with Keith Gabbard

Appalachia Meets World

Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2023 60:31


It's Derby Week!  In this episode Neil and Will sit down with Keith Gabbard, CEO of the People's Rural Telephone Cooperative or PRTC in McKee, KY.  It doesn't matter where you live, in this day and age everyone deserves an equal opportunity at broadband access.  PRTC is delivering just that in one of the more rural and underserved areas in the country - in turn making Jackson County one of the most connected small communities in the nation.  Putting "connectivity over profit" PRTC has become a best practice in how you can transform a community by being a "doer" and providing opportunity where there once was none.  Take a listen as Keith describes what (and how) PRTC has done in this slice of Appalachia and how much it has benefited the residents in the place he has always called home.  Keith believes what PRTC is doing is similar to the quote from his favorite PIRATE - " If you have a chance to accomplish something that will make things better for people coming behind you, and you don't do that, you are wasting your time on the Earth."  You might even hear Neil and Will's picks for the Derby and how they unexpectedly celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the  process.  Also, don't forget the #App Biz(s) of the week: Paris Signs;  and Annie's Flooring and Commercial Services - and find out why we are celebrating them on THIS WEEK!        People's Rural Telephone Cooperative - https://prtcnet.org/  Kentucky Derby (Official Site) - www.kentuckyderby.com/  #AppBiz: Paris Signs - www.parissigns.com  Annie's Flooring and Commercial Cleaning Services - www.anniesflooring.com  National Small Business Week (and award winners) - www.sba.gov/national-small-business-week  Appalachian News:  Rural Action Receives USDA Funding - https://ruralaction.org/news/2023/usda-funding-will-support-appalachian-farms-and-food-businesses/  Rural Partners Network - www.rural.gov/  Rural Partners Network and Kentucky Highlands Investment Corporation Forum (Pineville, KY) - www.arc.gov/event/rural-partners-network-community-forum-in-pineville-ky/  Heritage Ohio and Buckeye Hills Regional Council Workshop (Downtown Revitalization) - www.eventbrite.com/e/financial-tools-incentives-for-downtown-revitalization-workshop-tickets-607595152457     

Power Plays
The Role of Partnerships in Accelerating Rural Broadband

Power Plays

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 18:03


COVID‐19 intensified rural areas' challenges that come with the lack of internet access. So when electric co-op members spoke up, management teams listened. How did they accelerate access? Two neighboring Georgia electric co-ops found solutions as unique as their communities: Tri-County EMC became its own internet service provider; Central Georgia EMC contracted a company to operate its fiber network and deliver broadband service. Their CEOs explain why these were the right choices for their co-ops.

Digging In with Missouri Farm Bureau
Digging in to Rural Broadband with BJ Tanksley

Digging In with Missouri Farm Bureau

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 22:29


President Hawkins is joined by BJ Tanksley, Director of Broadband Development for the Missouri Department of Economic Development, to discuss how Missouri is leading the charge to get high-speed internet to every area of the state, and how that can benefit rural Missourians. Host: Garrett Hawkins, MOFB President Guest: BJ Tanksley, Missouri Department of Economic Development Director of Broadband Development Producer: Elizabeth Wyss, MOFB Audio Visual Specialist

Making Capitalism Sustainable
Rural Broadband Deployments

Making Capitalism Sustainable

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2023 22:51


The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, a bipartisan infrastructure law passed in 2021, has the potential to extend broadband access to Americans previously unserved or underserved by our broadband infrastructure. As CED has previously highlighted, broadband is essential to American economic and civic life. Michael Romano of NTCA - The Rural Broadband Association joins us to discuss how the funding from the infrastructure law can be unlocked and used effectively.

California Ag Today
Check FCC Broadband Map for Accuracy Before the January Deadline

California Ag Today

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022


The American Farm Bureau Federation wants you to check the FCC's National Broadband Map before the January 13th deadline.

Tractors And Troubadours
Ep. 48: Rural broadband expansion with AT&T and Soiltech Wireless, looking ahead to Plant 2023 with Precision Planting, the music of Joe Michaels

Tractors And Troubadours

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2022 60:14


On this episode, AT&T's President of Broadband Adoption and Access Initiatives, Jeff Luong, discusses the telecom giant's push to expand rural broadband and Soiltech Wireless founder Ehsan Soltan talks about the soil monitoring device company's growth and its partnership with AT&T. We also catch up with Precision Planting's Bryce Baker, to discuss the latest developments with the company and to talk about what farmers should think about when preparing their planters for 2023. U.S. Meat Export Federation President Dan Halstrom discusses another strong month for U.S. red meat exports, Jesse Allen brings perspective on the October WASDE report in our Market Talk segment and Ray Bohacz discusses generator maintenance in “Bushels and Cents.” The episode also features the latest single from true Nashville honky-tonk artist Joe Michaels. Timestamps Soil Test Pro advertisement: 0:00 Intro and news: 0:30 Goatlifeclothing.com advertisement: 6:28 Jeff Luong, AT&T: 6:47 Ehsan Soltan, Soiltech Wireless: 23:26 Bryce Baker, Precision Planting: 33:03 Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation:  44:00 Jesse Allen, Market Talk: 46:42 Ray Bohacz, “Bushels and Cents”: 52:18 Joe Michaels: 53:56

TechTank
Undersecretary Xochitl Torres-Small on expanding access to rural broadband

TechTank

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 37:50


On this episode of TechTank, host Nicol Turner Lee is joined by Undersecretary Xochitl Torres Small.Together, they discuss the administration's ongoing work to close the urban-rural digital divide, how IIJAfunding has helped the USDA expand programs such as the ReConnect program, and how the USDA hasbeen working to meet different communities' hyperlocal needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Democracy Works
Rural broadband and the politics of good enough

Democracy Works

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2022 44:21


COVID-19 showed just how essential high-speed Internet is to our everyday lives. It determines how many of us work, learn, and access news and entertainment. Yet, millions of Americans do not have reliable access to broadband and millions more can't afford to pay for the service that's available to them.Christopher Ali, the Pioneers Chair in Telecommunications at Penn State, unpacks these issues in his book Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural Connectivity and joins us this week for a discussion about market failures, how communities across the country are democratizing Internet access and how the federal government is now starting to step in thanks to funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law passed in November 2021.We also discuss some of Ali's more recent work on the relationship between broadband deserts and news deserts, and how the combination impacts democratic citizenship.Farm Fresh Broadband: The Politics of Rural ConnectivityChristopher Ali on Twitter 

In the Moment
"Ask the Question," plus connecting South Dakotans with rural broadband

In the Moment

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2022 56:54


Nikki Gronli from USDA joins us to talk about funding for rural development. What do South Dakota families need from the internet? How can communities apply for federal infrastructure money?First, when is the right time to ask someone if they are thinking about suicide? Last year the South Dakota Department of Health reported 198 suicide deaths. That's the highest number since tracking began. We talk with the vice president of behavioral health at Avera Matt Stanley, D.O.