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The Broadband Bunch

Pete Pizzutillo
Broadband
Telecommunications
Artificial Intelligence
Customer Experience
Digital Divide
Broadband Connectivity
BEAD Program
Broadband Access
Fiber Technology
Community Engagement
Broadband Equity
Telecommunications Industry
Digital Equity
Broadband Industry
Telehealth
Digital Transformation
Data Management
Community Development
Fiber Deployment
Nokia

Welcome to the Broadband Bunch, a podcast about broadband and how it impacts all of us. Join us to learn about the state of the industry and the latest innovations and trends. Connect with the thought leaders, pioneers and policymakers helping to shape your future through broadband. The Broadband Bunch is sponsored by: ETI Software: www.etisoftware.com VETRO: www.vetrofibermap.com

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In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Martin Creaner, Director General of the World Broadband Association (WBBA), to discuss the trends shaping broadband. With more than 40 years in telecommunications, Martin exp... more

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo welcomes Jeff Gavlinski, CEO of Mountain Connect, to discuss the changes in the broadband industry and how conferences must evolve to deliver more than information. Jeff reflects on the gro... more

In this episode of The Broadband Bunch, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Rob Lawrence, Technology Strategist at Microsoft, to separate the reality of agentic AI from the growing hype surrounding autonomous systems. As organizations race to experim... more

In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, recorded live at Fiber Connect 2026, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Anis Khemakhem, Chief Commercial Officer at Clearfield, to discuss the state of fiber broadband deployment, workforce development, and in... more

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Recent Guests

Rob Lawrence
Technology strategist at Microsoft
Microsoft
Episode: Episode 496: Rob Lawrence of Microsoft on Agentic AI Governance and Organizational Readiness
Anis Khemakhem
Chief Commercial Officer
Clearfield
Episode: Episode 495: Anis Khemakhem on Fiber Innovation, Workforce Development, and Network Resilience
Rhyan Neble
Founder of Extended Systems Intelligence
Extended Systems Intelligence
Episode: Episode 494: Rhyan Neble on Agentic AI, Telecom Automation, and the Age of Intelligent Operations
Josh Turiano
Chief Innovation and AI Officer
Blue Stream Fiber
Episode: Episode 493: Josh Turiano Explains Blue Stream Fiber’s AI Strategy
Katie Espeseth
Vice President of New Products at EPB in Chattanooga, Tennessee
EPB
Episode: Episode 492: Chattanooga’s EPB Fiber Success Story with Katie Espeseth
Christy Batts
Chief Broadband Officer, CDE Lightband
CDE Lightband
Episode: Episode 490: How Christy Batts Helped Turn CDE Lightband Into a Broadband Success Story
Jessica Koch
Controller at Consolidated Business Services, FBA Conference Chair
Consolidated Business Services / Fiber Broadband Association
Episode: Episode 489: Jessica Koch and Patrick Mulhern on Light Years Ahead at Fiber Connect 2026
Patrick Mulhern
Director of Government Affairs at Ripple Fiber, FBA Conference Vice Chair
Ripple Fiber / Fiber Broadband Association
Episode: Episode 489: Jessica Koch and Patrick Mulhern on Light Years Ahead at Fiber Connect 2026
John Capobianco
Head of AI and Developer Relations at Itential
Itential
Episode: Episode 488: How John Capobianco Is Rethinking Network Automation with AI

Hosts

Pete Pizzutillo
Host of The Broadband Bunch
Brad Hine
Host of The Broadband Bunch

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Great Info for a New ISP

    We are a newish native owned WISP in rural Allendale, SC (Redfi Broadband) and this Podcast has given so much insight for us. Binged listened to the episodes. I’D love to hear more interviews with WISP and those who are running hybrid solutions to hear how they did it especially on a budget! Great job guys.

    Mico Hadjo

    Apple Podcasts
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    United States5 years ago

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Engaging real-world deployment stories that help plan builds.
Guests come from a wide range of industry roles, enriching coverage.
Audience appreciates practical guidance for rural and tribal deployments.
Listeners value actionable insights for operators and sponsors.
Content blends policy, technology, and business strategy effectively.

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Episode 496: Rob Lawrence of Microsoft on Agentic AI Governance and Organizational Readiness
Q: What warning signs should CIOs/CTOs look for to know their organizations are not ready to scale agentic AI?
Look for unclear end-to-end ownership, outdated systems of record, untracked processes, and excessive tribal knowledge; if you can't map who owns a process and how the steps flow from start to finish, automation will struggle and risks will rise.
Episode 496: Rob Lawrence of Microsoft on Agentic AI Governance and Organizational Readiness
Q: What do you think is beyond the hype and what are people missing in conversations about agentic AI?
The guest argues that the main gap is not the technology itself but the operating environment—organizations must design governance, accountability, and processes to integrate AI into real workflows, with visibility into production, and a mature approach to data and identity management.
Episode 492: Chattanooga’s EPB Fiber Success Story with Katie Espeseth
Q: What is EdConnect and how does it help families in Hamilton County?
EdConnect provides 300 Mbps internet and Wi-Fi at no cost to households with students eligible for free or reduced lunch, demonstrating a commitment to affordability and educational access.
Episode 492: Chattanooga’s EPB Fiber Success Story with Katie Espeseth
Q: How did the Smart Grid Investment Grant impact the rollout timetable and financials?
The grant accelerated the build, allowing them to condense a planned 10-year deployment into a little over two years and start earning revenue earlier.
Episode 492: Chattanooga’s EPB Fiber Success Story with Katie Espeseth
Q: What was the real mission behind building the fiber network, beyond just delivering broadband?
The mission was to fulfill economic development and improve quality of life by providing reliable electric power and high-speed broadband, using fiber as the foundation to modernize the utility and attract and support jobs and new industries.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Broadband Bunch

What is The Broadband Bunch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A tech-forward show focused on broadband infrastructure, policy, and market dynamics, with episodes spanning fiber deployment, state and federal funding, workforce development, and enterprise-facing innovations. Conversations frequently cover BEAD funding, community impact, AI and automation in networks, M&A and due diligence, and real-world deployment challenges across rural and island geographies. Notable throughlines include practical guidance for operators, emphasis on local workforce development, and a propensity to feature operators, policymakers, and vendor leaders sharing actionable insights for building and upgrading networks at scale. The format regularly blends strategic context with hands-on anecdotes, making it helpful for both... more

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8. Patrick Mulhern

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