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The Whiskey and Wireless PodcastErik Levitt, CEO of Viper Networks on Wireless, Entrepreneurship & Reinvention | EP:11In Episode 11 of Whiskey and Wireless, Ron Willett sits down with Erik Levitt, CEO of Viper Networks, for a fast-moving, story-filled conversation about the wild road from rural Dominica to building a full-scale wireless carrier.Erik shares how growing up in the Caribbean shaped his mindset, what it took to launch his first company at 21, and how he’s evolved across three decades of entrepreneurship, from data centers to messaging, and now full mobile network deployment.They also cover:-Building an independent wireless carrier in underserved markets-The surprising resilience of wholesale voice
2025-12-0237 minThe Whiskey and Wireless PodcastGlobal Telecom, War Crimes, and Wireless Strategy with Paul Ruppert | EP:10In Episode 10 of The Whiskey and Wireless Podcast, Ron Willett sits down with industry veteran Paul Ruppert, President of Global Point View Ltd., for one of our most wide-ranging conversations yet.From launching one of the first GSM networks in North America to negotiating 100+ international roaming agreements, Paul has shaped global telecom policy, messaging interoperability, and carrier strategy for decades. But the story doesn’t stop there.Paul also shares personal stories about his father's role in the Nuremberg War Crimes Trials, how global travel shaped his perspective, and why he believes RCS, AI, and ne...
2025-11-1040 minThe Whiskey and Wireless PodcastBrian Stafford, CEO of nativeMsg, on RCS, AI, and the Messaging Revolution | EP:9In Episode 9, Ron Willett sits down with Brian Stafford, CEO of nativeMsg, for a deep dive into the future of business messaging, and why RCS is finally having its moment.Brian shares his 7+ year journey building an RCS-first company, how nativeMsg is transforming messaging into rich, interactive experiences, and why timing, AI integration, and user education are everything.They also discuss:• Why the Apple + Google RCS shift changes the game• nativeMsg’s new partnership with IBM• Real use cases and enterprise adoption trends• Building a messaging company while raising four kids• Spor...
2025-11-0439 minThe Whiskey and Wireless PodcastFrom ClearSky to Vonage: Fraud, Family, and the Future of Messaging with Meredith Wiegman | EP:8In this episode, Ron Willett sits down with Meredith Wiegman, Senior Product Manager, Fraud at Vonage, to talk about her remarkable journey; from joining ClearSky Technologies with no telecom background to becoming one of the most respected voices in business messaging and fraud prevention.Meredith opens up about balancing career and motherhood, her transition through ClearSky, Sinch, and Vonage, and how curiosity shaped her path. She and Ron discuss everything from A2P messaging and 10DLC to the rise of RCS, the importance of network APIs, and the industry’s renewed focus on fraud prevention and trust in...
2025-11-0438 minThe Whiskey and Wireless PodcastFrom Small-Town Wyoming to Worldwide Roaming Leader with Randall Peterson | EP:7In this episode of Whiskey & Wireless, host Ron Willett sits down with Randall Peterson, a telecom veteran with over 20 years of experience in roaming and regional wireless. From his early career at Union Wireless in Wyoming to his current role at Comfone, Randall shares unique insights into the challenges and opportunities facing regional carriers, the evolution of roaming, and the future of connectivity worldwide.You’ll hear stories about:-Building a career in wireless starting as a programmer-How roaming shaped the survival of regional carriers-The role of roaming hubs and travel eS...
2025-10-0132 minThe Whiskey and Wireless Podcast25+ Years in Wireless: From College Baseball Hall of Fame to Telecom Exec with Chip Damato | EP:6In this episode, Ron Willett sits down with Chip Damato, Director of Business Development at ClearSky Technologies and former COO of Inland Cellular, to talk about the evolution of the wireless industry over the last 25+ years.From the days of ringtones and flip phones to today’s RCS campaigns and network authentication, Chip shares real stories, industry insights, and a few laughs, including the first mid-show whiskey refill on our podcast. They also dig into Chip's baseball career, the challenges regional carriers face, and what it takes to build long-term success in telecom.Sub...
2025-09-0235 minThe Whiskey and Wireless PodcastSteve Legge, CEO of Netnumber on Mission Impossible, Auto Racing and Business | EP:4In this episode, we sit down with Steve Legge, CEO of Netnumber, to talk telecom, leadership, and what Mission Impossible has to do with...well, anything. From his love of auto racing to the real-world challenges of modern networks, Steve shares stories, lessons, and laughs you won’t hear anywhere else.Subscribe for weekly conversations with telecom leaders!
2025-08-0132 minThe Whiskey and Wireless PodcastStephen Curran, CTO at Cable Bahamas on Yachts, Being Irish in the Carribean and Business | EP:4In Episode 4 of The Whiskey and Wireless Podcast, host Ron Willett sits down with another industry voice for a no-fluff conversation about what’s really happening in telecom.They dig into the wins, the growing pains, and why wives think yachts are more dangerous than fishing boats - over a pour of great whiskey. 🎧 Subscribe for future episodes and follow us on LinkedIn to join the conversation.#WhiskeyAndWireless #TelecomPodcast #CarrierTalk #Telecom #Messaging #NetworkOps #WirelessIndustry #ClearSky
2025-07-0733 minThe Whiskey and Wireless PodcastTony Tagliareni - Head of Sales at ClearSky Technologies | EP:3In this episode of The Whiskey and Wireless Podcast, host Ron Willett sits down with ClearSky’s Head of Sales, Tony Tagliareni. The two talk about their decades-long friendship, how the wireless industry has evolved, and what’s next for messaging, from A2P to RCS and beyond. It’s an honest, laid-back conversation between two people who’ve seen the industry grow from the inside.
2025-06-1135 minThe Whiskey and Wireless PodcastMarcelo Frizzo - VP Strategic Accounts North America at Infobip on the Future of Messaging | EP:2In this episode of The Whiskey and Wireless Podcast, Ron Willett sits down with Marcelo Frizzo, VP of Strategic Accounts North America at Infobip. They talk about where messaging is heading, what brands really want from carriers, and how the ecosystem is evolving beyond SMS. It’s a candid, forward-looking conversation with someone who’s been in the room where big messaging decisions get made.#WhiskeyAndWireless #Podcast #Messaging #Infobip #Telecom #CarrierTools #FutureOfMessaging
2025-05-2233 min
The Whiskey and Wireless PodcastEddie DeCurtis - CEO of Shush on Telecom, Business and Friendship | EP:1Grab your favorite drink and join Ron Willett for a laid-back conversation with Eddie DeCurtis from Shush—ClearSky’s partner for Silent Network Authentication. They swap stories about starting a company from scratch, share behind-the-scenes industry insights, and dive into their own friendship. It’s an honest, fun look at what it really takes to build innovative security solutions in telecom.
2025-04-2438 min
Hoos On PodcastUVA Hoops Season Review and What's NextAs the offseason gets started for UVA, Preston welcomes back Zach Carey from Streaking the Lawn and Cuts From The Corner to look forward and also look back at their season predictions.The guys start by trying to dissect what exactly went wrong for the Cavaliers this season from the off the court drama to what happened on the court. Then they give their thoughts on the end of an era for Virginia basketball after the school moved on from Ron Sanchez and closed the door to the Tony Bennett years. Preston and Zach give their thoughts...
2025-03-201h 18Hoos On PodcastHere We Go: UVA Basketball Coaching SearchThe season is over for UVA men's basketball, so here we go...Preston welcomes on David Teel from The Virginian-Pilot to talk all things UVA coaching search, starting with the news Ron Sanchez will not be retained.Preston and David discuss the timing of the move, how it happened and how to sum up this season with Sanchez as the interim coach. Then they look at how the roster could shake out and what players would a new head coach want to retain next season, plus how the NIL/revenue sharing situation looks for Virginia...
2025-03-1340 minHoos On PodcastUVA's Kymora Johnson Joins and Weekend HeadlinesPreston tackles a few of the big headlines from the weekend before inviting on UVA point guard Kymora Johnson before the ACC Tournament.First, Preston looks at the Ron Sanchez and the Cavaliers missed chance against Clemson at home with another poor second half. Then he recaps a strong weekend at The Dish from Virginia and a few standout freshmen, Kyle Guy announcing the new "Embrace The Pace" TBT team and finally Virginia women's basketball upset over No. 8 UNC.Then Kymora Johnson joins the show to discuss a record-breaking season, her growth as a player...
2025-03-0336 minHoos On PodcastPositive Vibes: Tony Bennett Day and a UVA Win StreakAfter back-to-back wins and Tony Bennett back in the building, Preston and Mike Barber talk through the sudden good vibes around UVA basketball.First a recap of Tony Bennett Day and the ceremony to honor the reluctant, legendary coach with a spotlight, former players and a banner. Then Preston and Mike talk about some of Bennett's comments including those surrounding the current state of college basketball.Later following consecutive wins in ACC play for the first time this season, the guys discuss what is different about the Cavaliers in the last week. Mike highlights the...
2025-02-1340 minHoos On PodcastEither...Or on UVA Basketball with Cuts From The CornerAfter suffering the program's first ever loss in Charlottesville to Notre Dame, Preston invites on Cuts From The Corner to talk about Ron Sanchez and Virginia basketball as January comes to a close.First Cuts gives his take on the Notre Dame defeat, a few things he's noticed in recent weeks and the push for the ACC Tournament. Later Preston and Cuts play a new game for the podcast, Either...Or where they get two statements to decide what the real cause is. They answer is the Packline dead, was the revamped offense theoretical, can embrace the...
2025-01-2747 minHoos On PodcastHow'd We Get Here: Carla Williams, UVA Basketball and Tony BennettPreston from The Sabre welcomes back David Teel from The Virginian-Pilot to talk about the latest in UVA athletics.First, David talks about his breaking news that UVA Director of Athletics Carla Williams has signed a 5-year extension after months of speculation. Preston and David break down a unique couple of months for Williams, what her extension means for UVA going forward and if she was ever close to leaving Virginia.Then Preston and David recap a fourth-straight loss for Ron Sanchez and the Cavaliers, this time in a late night buzzer-beater to SMU. They...
2025-01-1640 minHoos On PodcastWhy Watch UVA Basketball?: Cal RecapAfter a rough start to Virginia's California road trip, Preston is joined by Mike Barber to take stock of where the Cavaliers stand during their worst start to a season since 2008-09.First, Preston and Mike recap a late night at Cal where UVA saw their second half struggles continue and they discuss the reason for those post-halftime meltdowns. Mike also explains the reasons behind Isaac McKneely's struggles this season after the guard's worst game since his freshman season. Finally, why this California road trip was a huge opportunity for the Cavaliers and why it could put...
2025-01-0933 minHoos On PodcastWrong Answers Only: SMU Recap and Look Back at The BahamasAfter a poor showing in The Bahamas and another problematic result at Scott Stadium, Preston from The Sabre hosts UVA football color analyst Ahmad Hawkins and Streaking the Lawn's Zach Carey to go over the issues plaguing both programs.First, The Ball Hawk joins to give his perspective from Virginia's 33-7 loss to SMU, including a deep dive on the quarterback situation between Anthony Colandrea and Tony Muskett as well as Tony Elliott's reasoning. Then they give the UVA defense their flowers after another solid outing before shifting their focus to the Commonwealth Clash. Ahmad remembers the...
2024-11-261h 04Hoos On PodcastBig Test Weekend: Previewing Notre Dame and VillanovaPreston is joined by Michael McGraw from the Preferred Walk-Ons Podcast for a Sabre crossover event to preview Virginia's first test of the season on the court and the Cavaliers trip to South Bend.First, Preston and Mike discuss one thing they like and on thing they dislike from the first two games under Ron Sanchez. Then a breakdown of UVA and Villanova on Friday night in Baltimore, including who guards Eric Dixon and predictions.Later, the guys go over the odds Tony Elliott and the Wahoos become bowl eligible and what it would mean...
2024-11-1448 minHoos On PodcastWelcome to the Ron Sanchez Era: A Campbell Review and Pitt PreviewVirginia picks up win No. 1 of the Ron Sanchez era and across the road the Cavaliers try to rebound with a tough matchup against Pitt. Preston from The Sabre is joined by Mike Barber to recap the win over Campbell and preview UVA's trip up to Pittsburgh.First, the guys give their BIG take on the season opener, including a "fun" roster and freshmen making an early name for themselves. Later some talk about Andrew Rohde starting at point guard, where Jacob Cofie fits into the lineup and any early concerns about Virginia's defense.Then...
2024-11-0752 minHoos On PodcastUVA Men's Basketball Season Preview | 1st HalfThe lights are coming on at John Paul Jones Arena and the Hoos On Podcast is getting you ready for UVA men's basketball with a two-part season preview! Preston from The Sabre is joined by Cuts From The Corner and Streaking The Lawn's Zach Carey to break everything down.In part one, the guys recap one of the wildest offseasons in Virginia basketball history and talk about the transition from Tony Bennett to Ron Sanchez as head coach. Then they go into the biggest storylines out of UVA Media Day, including player-only meetings, no redshirts and small...
2024-10-3144 minHoos On PodcastA No Good Saturday in Charlottesville: UNC RecapPreston from The Sabre is joined by UVA alum and Barstool's Jake Malasek to recap a no good South's Oldest Rivalry matchup between Virginia and North Carolina.The BIG Take for the week centers around a missed opportunity on the goal line and the dwindling possibility of a bowl game for the Cavaliers. Also, the guys go through the talking points for UVA from Tony Elliott's apology, offensive struggles and who should start at quarterback going forward.Then Jake and Preston transition to basketball with opening day right around the corner. Jake recaps his visit...
2024-10-2840 minHoos On PodcastHello and Goodbye Tonys: Clemson Recap and What's Next for UVA HoopsWhile one Tony endured a homecoming, the other Tony said goodbye. Preston from The Sabre welcomed Greg Madia from The Daily Progress to recap Tony Elliott's return to Clemson and to discuss what's next after Tony Bennett's emotional retirement press conference.The guys leadoff with their BIG takes for UVA coming off the Clemson loss and talk about the Cavaliers' quarterback situation and a must-win game against UNC coming up.Then Preston and Greg take a look back at Tony Bennett's retirement press conference and the why behind him stepping down. Finally, a look ahead...
2024-10-2153 min
MetaPodBridging the Wisdom Gap: Accelerating New Talent in Competitive LandscapeExplore the challenges of the Wisdom Gap and Technical Debt with Ron Crabtree and Alan Willett on Meta Pod. Dive into the nuances of bridging knowledge transitions, optimizing technical efficiencies, and empowering the next generation of leaders.
2024-09-0733 min
Glitch In The Code Podcast with Richard WillettGlitch In The Code with Ron Lane (This Wicked Planet & Plandemics)This week we connect with Ron Lane of The Wicked Planet Podcast to discuss why he started his show and how he came to find out about the global cult and the conspiracies that we see playing out before us during the Covid era. Ron and Rich also discuss the 13 bloodlines, Covid in the US, Eugenics and how this all ties together to push humanity towards a One World Transhumanist technocracy.Check out the Wicked Planet Podcast via the links below: https://open.spotify.com/show/7lvwVdFYdMB2sKv9ynrQ6h?si=89bed1d88d0b4ce3
2021-12-1955 min
Creating Wealth Real Estate Investing1323: Gentrification Controversy & Opportunity Zones Eric Willett, RCLCO Real Estate AdvisorsSurvive and thrive in today's economy! With over 1,100 episodes in this Monday - Friday podcast, business and investment guru Jason Hartman interviews top-tier guests, bestselling authors and financial experts including; Steve Forbes (Freedom Manifesto), Tomas Sowell (Housing Boom and Bust), Noam Chomsky (Manufacturing Consent), Jenny Craig (Health & Fitness CEO), Jim Cramer (Mad Money), Harvey Mackay (Swim With The Sharks & Get Your Foot in the Door), Todd Akin (Former US Congressman), William D. Cohan ( The Price of Silence, The Last Tycoon, & House of Cards), G. Edward Griffin (The Creature from Jekyll Island), Daniel Pink (National Geographic). Jason Hartman is the Founder...
2019-11-1232 min
The Vicki McKenna ShowNeal McCluskey/David French/Bonner Cohen/Ron Johnson/Ron Ferrell/Mike Willett/David Blaska3PM-Neal McCluskey, director of Cato's Center for Educational Freedom, discusses an article showing an increase in college drop outs and student loan defaults. The article also looks at the cost of education and whether everyone should be going to college. David French details his article in National Review that looks at the “everything’s a crisis” in the political sphere as he defends President Trump.4PM- Bonner R. Cohen from National Center for Public Policy examines green energy subsidies and a faux lobbying group asking for state funding of green energy. Senator Ron Johnson reveals his bombshell discovery in the Hi...
2017-12-161h 46The Vicki McKenna ShowSenator Ron Johnson/Peter Meechum/Mitch Henck/Jeff Stier/Mike Willett3PM- Senator Ron Johnson addresses The Senate's failure to pass "Skinny Repeal" Also Former Wisconsin For Trump Director Peter Meechum discusses the Foxconn deal and President Trump's jobs proposal.4PM-Mitch Henck stops by for a review of the week in politics. Jeff Stier from National Center for Public Policy Research reviews FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb's announcement on nicotine and e-cigarettes. 5PM-Dane County Board Supervisor Mike Willett examines the issues surrounding Dane County and a new jail.
2017-07-291h 46The Vicki McKenna ShowThe Vicki McKenna Show Thursday February 23, 2017Vicki speaks with Senator Ron Johnson, State Rep. Jesse Kremer, Charles C.W. Cooke, Mike Willett, and Adam Steinbaugh.
2017-02-241h 46
Talk of the Towns | WERU 89.9 FM Blue Hill, Maine Local News and Public Affairs ArchivesTalk of the Towns 1/13/17Host: Ron Beard, University of Maine Cooperative Extension Studio Engineer: Amy Browne Issue: Community concerns and opportunities Program Topic: Making Age Friendly Communities in Maine Key Discussion Points: As people the world over grow older, there is more attention paid to making their communities “age friendly”… what might be a good working definition of “age friendly community”? How did the Bangor, Ellsworth and Bar Harbor decide to sign on as partners in the AARP Age Friendly Community Network? … What are some of the opportunities / problems you would like to address? Who is involved in your community (characterize the network within your...
2017-01-1300 min
The Tips - Golf Betting PodcastLive @ Dubai Duty Free Irish Open - FINAL DAY REVIEWRichard Kaufman is joined by former European Tour player Raymond Burns and broadcaster Ron Jones to review a brilliant final day of golf at the Dubai Duty Free Irish Open Hosted by the Rory Foundation. Among the players you hear from are the winner – Soren Kjeldsen – Bernd Wiesberger, Rafa Cabrera-Bello, Eddie Pepperell, Danny Willett and tournament host Rory McIlroy.
2015-05-3130 min