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Community Broadband Bits

By: Institute for Local Self-Reliance
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  • Short interviews with people doing interesting things to expand broadband networks that put community needs first.
    Copyright 2023 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license
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Episodes
  • Middle-Mile Madness - Episode 598 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast

    Middle-Mile Madness - Episode 598 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
    May 1 2024

    Tune in to this week's special edition of the podcast as we revisit a dynamic discussion from our biweekly livestream, Connect This! Co-hosts Christopher Mitchell and Travis Carter, along with guests Doug Dawson, Kim McKinley, and Doug Maglothin, explore the state of middle-mile infrastructure in the US and strategies for enhancing connectivity between cities and towns.

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    53 mins
  • Wired for Good: Exploring Rural Connectivity in West Virginia - Episode 597 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast

    Wired for Good: Exploring Rural Connectivity in West Virginia - Episode 597 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
    Apr 23 2024

    In this latest episode of the podcast, Chris and Derek from Hardy Telecommunications discuss the cooperative's journey since 1953, expanding from phone to broadband services, vital for rural areas. They share the challenges of being a small provider, the impact of federal funding, and emphasize the importance of partnerships and ongoing support for rural broadband access.

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    36 mins
  • Debunking Municipal Broadband Myths - Episode 596 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast

    Debunking Municipal Broadband Myths - Episode 596 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
    Apr 17 2024

    In this latest episode of the podcast, Chris and Sean explore the arguments against municipal broadband, addressing claims made by opponents and highlighting success stories of community-owned networks. They emphasize the importance of local autonomy in broadband decisions, advocating for solutions that meet each community's needs.

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    31 mins
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