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Community Broadband Bits

Institute for Local Self-Reliance
Digital Equity
Broadband Access
Digital Divide
Community Broadband Network
Affordable Connectivity Program
Broadband
Los Angeles County
Municipal Infrastructure Program
Broadband Connectivity
California Public Utilities Commission
Internet Access
American Rescue Plan Act
Internet Service Providers
New York
Community Partnerships
Fiber Optic Network
Portable Network Kit
Tribal Broadband
Federal Government Funding
Rescue Plan

Short interviews with people doing interesting things to expand broadband networks that put community needs first.

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Latest Episodes

Chris Mitchell and Jordan Pittman dig into what federal broadband funding missed, why affordability still looms as the biggest barrier, and how communities can keep pushing for real accountability and digital equity.

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Mike Masnick of Techdirt joins us to unpack the myths around Section 230, how reform efforts could backfire, and why protecting free speech online requires more nuance than most policymakers are willing to give.

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In this episode of the podcast, Chris speaks with Karl Bode and Jordan Pittman to dig into free speech, media consolidation, and the flood of low-quality “AI slop” shaping how we experience the Internet today.

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Jonathan Chambers joins us to talk fiber, satellites, and the messy truth of federal broadband policy—and why evidence, not politics, should drive how we connect rural America.

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Recent Guests

Mike Masnick
CEO and founder of Techdirt
Techdirt
Episode: Don’t Break the Internet - Episode 662 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Jon Chambers
Principal at Kinexon, involved in broadband accessibility efforts in rural America
Kinexon
Episode: How Rural America Gets Left Behind - Episode 660 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Scott Goff
Marketing Coordinator at Gibson Connect
Gibson Connect
Episode: Gibson Connect's Rural Cooperative Model - Episode 658 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Sascha Meinrath
Palmer Chair in Telecommunications at Penn State University
Penn State University
Episode: Sky High Promises: The Limits of Starlink - Episode 657 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Sean Gonsalves
Associate Director for Communications at the Community Broadband Networks program
Institute for Local Self-Reliance
Episode: Sky High Promises: The Limits of Starlink - Episode 657 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Brian Vo
Chief Investment Officer at Connect Humanity
Connect Humanity
Episode: Capital is Power: Financing Broadband for the Long Haul - Episode 654 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Clara Miller
Visiting Scholar at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Episode: Capital is Power: Financing Broadband for the Long Haul - Episode 654 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
David Zumwalt
President and CEO of WISPA, which serves wireless ISPs.
WISPA
Episode: Shared Airwaves, Public Good: Why CBRS Matters More Than Ever - Episode 652 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Josh Etheridge
Chief Strategic Officer at EPC, a turnkey utility construction company
EPC
Episode: BEAD in Limbo: How Federal Delay Is Shaking Up Louisiana's Broadband Future - Episode 649 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast

Host

Christopher Mitchell
Host of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast, engaging in thoughtful discussions with experts on broadband access and community needs.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Warm duck shuffle

    Christopher out there putting in work. Best tech podcast hands down. Thank y’all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reflectomatron 9000
    United States5 years ago
  • MuniBroadband Bits Rocks!

    Always topical, always exciting, always fresh and fast-paced!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrewClark
    United States8 years ago
  • Fantastic muni broadband info

    As a Systems Admin in a rural community who is two years into municipal fiber deployment, I enjoy hearing about others who have been down the road and the insights they provide.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EPD169
    United States8 years ago
  • Community Bits

    If you live in rural America and you want to get connected to high-speed internet, you should be listening to this podcast and sharing it with your representatives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GetTheFlick
    United States8 years ago
  • Fascinating!

    Informative, interesting and well-organized. I just listened to the interview of Gary Reback, which was especially compelling. Thanks for this great show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GoCard17
    United States9 years ago

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The expertise of guests is often praised, providing insights that resonate with listeners focused on improving internet connectivity.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging discussions surrounding broadband access, particularly in underserved communities.
Many highlight the relevance of the content in addressing the digital divide and share personal experiences related to the topics covered.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Free Speech, AI Slop, and Media Power - Episode 661 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: Jordan, do you have any questions or any thoughts as we sort of talk about this?
Jordan raises concerns about the implications of recent political actions on free speech and the role of the FCC in regulating media.
Free Speech, AI Slop, and Media Power - Episode 661 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: Karl, how do you react to that?
Karl discusses the authoritarian mindset of government officials and their threat to internet freedom and media.
Gibson Connect's Rural Cooperative Model - Episode 658 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: What do you see that explains why we don't see more of the electric co-ops digging into this?
Many electric co-ops are cautious about expanding into broadband due to potential risks and a focus on what serves their members best.
Gibson Connect's Rural Cooperative Model - Episode 658 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about Gibson Electric and how it got into the fiber game for actual broadband service to the home?
Gibson Electric started offering broadband to serve its members in underserved areas, transitioning into fiber internet in 2017 to meet community needs.
Vermont's Community-Driven Broadband for All - Episode 606 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: What is your sense of why Vermont recognized this approach that you feel is obvious and amazing?
By the time the pandemic came, EC Fiber had demonstrated success in building its network, which shifted Vermont's view towards funding public infrastructure to address broadband access issues.

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Focused on the challenges and successes in expanding broadband access, this series features conversations with experts and leaders in the telecommunications field who are dedicated to meeting the unique connectivity needs of communities. Listeners can expect to hear discussions on the digital divide, innovative financing for broadband initiatives, and the role of community-driven projects in enhancing internet access, particularly in rural and underserved areas. Unique insights come from a diverse array of guests, providing expert opinions on policies, technologies, and case studies from around the nation.

The series also touches on the societal implications of broadband access, addressing how equitable digital connectivity can transform c... more

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2. Jon Chambers
3. Scott Goff
4. Sascha Meinrath
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