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Connected Nation
This is Connected Nation – an award-winning podcast focused on all things broadband. From closing the Digital Divide to simply improving your internet speeds, we talk technology topics that impact all of us, our families, and our communities.
The podcast was honored in 2024 with an Award of Excellence for Podcast Series - Technology. This is the highest honor given by the Communicator Awards. The podcast also received an Award of Distinction in 2023 and the same in 2022.
Learn more about the national nonprofit behind this podcast at connectednation.org.
Podcasting since 2020 • 172 episodes
Connected Nation
Latest Episodes
Tackling transitions: From being bought by another company to handling BEAD under a new administration
On this episode of Connected Nation, we continue our coverage from the Connected America conference, where we dive into the latest in broadband innovation and policy. First, we hear from Belden Precision Optical Technologies, a comp...
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Season 6
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Episode 9
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How the startup mentality is influencing broadband innovation
On this episode of Connected Nation, we continue our coverage from Connected America in Irving, Texas, by exploring the Startup Village, where innovation is driving connectivity forward. First, we sit down with Huw Rees from NetExpe...
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Season 6
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Episode 8
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15:50
The company whose innovation is inviting competitors to work together in the same space
We’re live from Connected America, exploring how internet exchange points (IXPs) improve connectivity across the U.S.! Host Jessica Denson chats with De-CIX's Kelly Sieben, who uses a fun marble demo to explain how IX...
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Season 6
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Episode 7
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19:08
Beyond access: Learning the digital skills to thrive online
Imagine living in today’s digital world without knowing how to access the internet, use a computer, or even navigate a mobile phone. It may surprise you to learn that this is a reality for millions of Americans.On this episode, we explor...
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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33:11
Get a little help navigating the broadband landscape in 2025
Navigating the broadband landscape in 2025 is no easy task—especially as new policies, technologies, and funding opportunities emerge. In this episode of Connected Nation, host Jessica Denson sits down with an Editor at TotalTeleco...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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18:50
