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Fort Bend County is turning broadband access into opportunity

2026-10-0719:11

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we're talking with the broadband program administrator from Fort Bend County, Texas, about the county's efforts to connect residents and businesses across the area. We discuss broadband deployment, digital literacy, adoption, and learn what it takes to turn internet access into real-world opportunity for an entire community. Related links: Fort Bend County, Texas website Circhelle Scott LinkedIn Heather Gate LinkedIn Connected Nation digit...

Beyond connectivity: How broadband can empower Native nations and build stronger communities

2026-09-2925:17

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we're talking with a tribal economic development leader who is working to create new opportunities for Native nations and underserved communities. We discuss tribal self-determination, workforce development, broadband, infrastructure, and what it takes to build community-driven solutions that support long-term economic goals. Related links: NDN Development Group website Brandon Dinsmore LinkedIn

Minnesota's broadband chief on turning years of planning into instant impact

2026-09-1639:33

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we’re heading to Minnesota—a state that has long been recognized as a national leader in broadband planning and investment. We’ll explore Minnesota’s broadband journey, the challenges of connecting communities across its diverse landscape, and the lessons its experience can offer other states as they enter the next phase of broadband deployment. Related links: Bree Maki LinkedIn Minnesota Office of Broadband Development

Turning big broadband dreams into reality in Illinois

2026-09-0838:28

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation we're talking with a broadband policy leader who is helping guide connectivity expansion efforts in one of the nation's most diverse states. We discuss broadband policy, digital equity, workforce development, and find out what it takes to move from broadband planning to real world deployment in the state of Illinois. Related links: Shawna Taets LinkedIn Illinois Office of Broadband webpage

Bridging legacy infrastructure with modern connectivity solutions

2026-09-0222:23

Send us Fan Mail How are service providers modernizing voice services, and what happens to critical systems still relying on copper lines? On this episode of Connected Nation, Jessica Denson talks with Ooma’s Michael Abenhaim about building flexible, cloud-based voice solutions, and how tools like AirDial are helping bridge the gap between legacy infrastructure and next-generation connectivity. Related links: Ooma's website Michael Abenhaim's LinkedIn Company on LinkedIn

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