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Broadband PulseHow Harmonic is advancing the fiber broadband opportunityHarmonic is well known in the cable industry as a key supplier of DOCSIS equipment. However, as the cable and telecom industry continues to expand its fiber reach, Harmonic has been taking a more active role in developing fiber-based broadband products.
With many of its cable operator customers being in a transition phase, Harmonic is offering products that enable a DOCSIS-to-PON migration. One example of this move is the SeaStar Optical Node, which allows broadband connectivity for lower-density multi-dwelling units (MDUs). The node converts existing in-building coax cabling into a high-speed broadband conduit.
We recently c...2025-07-1121 min
Connected NationDirecTV's big changes and the company that's creating what connects usIn this episode of Connected Nation, host Jessica Denson continues coverage from the 2025 Broadband Communities Summit in Houston. First, she sits down with Dawn Intili of DirecTV, who breaks down how the company is reshaping its services for the modern streaming era and expanding into multifamily dwellings with flexible, cost-effective options. Then, Jessica chats with Scott Garnder and Duane Lyons of Dura-Line, who explain how fiber pathways are being built smarter — and how something called “FuturePath” could transform broadband deployment.Tune in for insights on how infrastructure and content delivery are evolving...2025-07-1023 min
Beyond the Cable with Brad RandallA Focused MDU Approach: How Quantum Fiber builds long-term partnershipsJeff Johnson, who leads Quantum Fiber's Connected Communities teams, says the importance of pre-planning evaluations before fiber-to-the-unit or premises builds cannot be understated. He said Quantum Fiber's sales engineers are highly involved in the process, identifying the best solutions for a given property.Once plans are set, Johnson said Quantum Fiber's construction teams take over to ensure agreed upon plans are implemented.In addition, Johnson talked about why high-speed internet connectivity for MDUs is a smart long-term investment, offering property owners access to potential revenue sharing opportunities and property value increases....2025-06-0613 min
The Critical LowdownOpenWiFi, Open Opportunities: How Pavlov Media is Redefining Connectivity with OpenWiFiLearn More: www.epsglobal.com/about-eps-global/podcasts/episode-47In this episode of the Critical Lowdown, we dive into the world of open Wi-Fi with Corey Douglas, CEO of Pavlov Media, a trailblazer in the connectivity space. Discover how Pavlov Media is transforming the internet landscape by leveraging OpenWiFi to deliver innovative, affordable, and scalable solutions that are changing the way people and businesses stay connected.Corey takes us on a journey through Pavlov Media’s evolution—from its beginnings as a student housing ISP to becoming a nationwide provider of cutting-edge broadband. He shares how the...2025-02-2010 min
Sightline Institute ResearchThe Next Big Thing in Low-Cost HousingMeet MDUs, a low-cost, fast-build, flexible solution for more homes now.
Communities across Cascadia face a dire shortage of homes that is driving up prices and rents for everyone. From seniors wanting to downsize and age in place, to young people starting out and seeking apartments near their jobs, to families needing more space and nearby schools for their kids, people across the region need more homes, in all shapes and sizes, to suit their various stages of life, price points, and preferences.
Leaders in Washington state have listened to their constituents and answered by passing numerous bills...2025-02-1707 min
FCC Today with Michi Bradleyfcc.today The Podcast - February 1, 2025Brendan Carr sends letter to NPR & PBS about underwriting.
FCC101: Noncommercial Educational (NCE) underwriting acknowledgements.
Grassroots Radio Conference looking for a 2025 host station.
Carr kills rulemaking to eliminate bulk billing in MDUs.
Bonnet off: MDU bulk billing arrangements take away competition
Carr kills rulemaking requiring more environmental reviews for tower builds.
NCE-TV allotment filing window update
2025-02-0213 min
Talking Headways: A Streetsblog PodcastEpisode 164: Mondays at The Overhead Wire - Learning from the RedwoodsThis week on Mondays at The Overhead Wire we're Han Solo, but that doesn't stop us from talking about all the podcasts we've got coming up, news about the LA wildfires, modular homes, and surveillance technology. More news than you can use this week on the Talking Headways podcast feed. Main News Items Essential eternal apartment - JSTOR Daily Rethining wildfires - Slate Experts on the wildfires - LA Times Modular homes - Marketplace Surveillance changing brains - The Conversation 100 year a...2025-01-2843 min
The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers PodsHW038: From Coax to Fiber: Wi-Fi Evolution in Multiple Dwelling Units (MDUs)Todd Thorpe is today’s guest on Heavy Wireless joining host Keith Parsons to explain the evolution of Wi-Fi technology in Multiple Dwelling Units (MDUs) like apartments and condos. Todd, with over 20 years of MDU experience, discusses the industry’s transformation from early coax cable services to modern managed Wi-Fi solutions. The challenges of retrofitting older... Read more »2024-10-1623 min
The Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers PodsHW038: From Coax to Fiber: Wi-Fi Evolution in Multiple Dwelling Units (MDUs)Todd Thorpe is today’s guest on Heavy Wireless joining host Keith Parsons to explain the evolution of Wi-Fi technology in Multiple Dwelling Units (MDUs) like apartments and condos. Todd, with over 20 years of MDU experience, discusses the industry’s transformation from early coax cable services to modern managed Wi-Fi solutions. The challenges of retrofitting older... Read more »2024-10-1623 min
Heavy WirelessFrom Coax to Fiber: Wi-Fi Evolution in Multiple Dwelling Units (MDUs)Todd Thorpe is today’s guest on Heavy Wireless joining host Keith Parsons to explain the evolution of Wi-Fi technology in Multiple Dwelling Units (MDUs) like apartments and condos. Todd, with over 20 years of MDU experience, discusses the industry’s transformation from early coax cable services to modern managed Wi-Fi solutions. The challenges of retrofitting older... Read more »2024-10-1623 minThe Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers PodsHW032: What’s New With RUCKUS MDUs – From Wi-Fi 7 to AI (Sponsored)Providing Wi-Fi in multi-dwelling units (MDUs) such as apartments or dormitories is complicated. These environments require dense AP deployments, have to provide secure access to lots of users, must support myriad device types, and must offer good performance. Our guests are Kyle Leissner, founder of Wire Star; and Bart Giordano, president of the RUCKUS at... Read more »2024-07-3026 minThe Everything Feed - All Packet Pushers PodsHW032: What’s New With RUCKUS MDUs – From Wi-Fi 7 to AI (Sponsored)Providing Wi-Fi in multi-dwelling units (MDUs) such as apartments or dormitories is complicated. These environments require dense AP deployments, have to provide secure access to lots of users, must support myriad device types, and must offer good performance. Our guests are Kyle Leissner, founder of Wire Star; and Bart Giordano, president of the RUCKUS at... Read more »2024-07-3026 minHeavy WirelessHW032: What’s New With RUCKUS MDUs - From Wi-Fi 7 to AI (Sponsored)Providing Wi-Fi in multi-dwelling units (MDUs) such as apartments or dormitories is complicated. These environments require dense AP deployments, have to provide secure access to lots of users, must support myriad device types, and must offer good performance. Our guests are Kyle Leissner, founder of Wire Star; and Bart Giordano, president of the RUCKUS at... Read more »2024-07-3026 minConnected NationFrom copper to coax to fiber: The future is now for lightning-fast internetOn today’s podcast – we welcome back a great guest from Season 4, the CEO of Fiber Fast Homes, a company that works directly with real estate developers and builders to connect homes and rental buildings to lightning-fast internet.Learn about the importance of pre-wiring new homes, whether MDUs or single-family developments, and why it is becoming paramount. Hear about the peculiarities of this task, the role of the HOA, and how this will prepare infrastructure for the next generation of connectivity.Recommended Links: Fiber Fast Homes WebsiteScott Samp...2024-07-1027 min
Connect This!Metro Connect, AT&T FWA, MDUs, and RDOF | Connect This! Show Episode 90Join us Friday, March 1st at 3pm ET for the latest episode of the Connect This! Show. Co-hosts Christopher Mitchell (ILSR) and Travis Carter (USI Fiber) will be joined by regular guest Doug Dawson (CCG Consulting) and Kim McKinley (UTOPIA Fiber) and special guest Gigi Sohn (American Association or Public Broadband) to talk about the […]2024-03-191h 18
The Signal: A Wi-Fi Alliance podcastWi-Fi 6E elevates guest experiences with Daran Hermans of Cambium NetworksIn this episode, we're joined by Daran Hermans, Director of Product Management at Cambium Networks, to discuss their recent deployment of Wi-Fi 6E in the hospitality space. Daran shares his insight into this large-scale deployment near London Heathrow, including the challenges that were faced and how the upgrade has improved guest experiences. We also discuss how 6 GHz spectrum will impact the future of hospitality and MDUs. Listen to this episode to learn more about Wi-Fi 6E in hospitality and Daran's advice for venues that may be considering an extensive Wi-Fi upgrade.Cambium Networks delivers 131% year-on-year (1Q2023...2023-08-1017 min