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Andy & John Talk Telecom
Andy Netzel & John Riewe
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Andy Netzel and John Riewe discuss the latest in telecommunications news, products, and things 5G, fiber, and broadband. Join us for news, interviews, and food recommendations while on the road.
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Feb 14 2024
53. Bourbon & Broadband w/ Mike O'Dell
In this episode, Andy and John talk telecom with Mike O'Dell of Comcast. They discuss the future of coax in telecom, the transition to an engineering role, and the potential of coax in the cable industry. They also explore the challenges of upgrading coax networks for DOCSIS 4.0 and the importance of training the workforce for coax networks. Mike shares insights on the involvement of industry pioneers in training the next generation and the importance of preserving tribal knowledge. They also discuss the five pillars of coax networks and the efforts to train the existing workforce through YouTube.
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Feb 14 2024
53. Bourbon & Broadband w/ Mike O'Dell
In this episode, Andy and John talk telecom with Mike O'Dell of Comcast. They discuss the future of coax in telecom, the transition to an engineering role, and the potential of coax in the cable industry. They also explore the challenges of upgrading coax networks for DOCSIS 4.0 and the importance of training the workforce for coax networks. Mike shares insights on the involvement of industry pioneers in training the next generation and the importance of preserving tribal knowledge. They also discuss the five pillars of coax networks and the efforts to train the existing workforce through YouTube.
Nov 28 2023
52. What We Are Thankful For
Note: Skip the first 10 minutes if you don't want to hear about Thanksgiving foods!Andy & John talk about Thanksgiving and what they are thankful for with a Telecom industry twist.
Jun 30 2023
51. FCC vs. FAA Round 2, DOCSIS 4.0, & Charter Strategy
Andy & John discuss the on-going battle between the FCC and FAA over 5G and its effect on airline equipment, DOCSIS 4.0, and Charter testing mmWave technology.
May 24 2023
50. Episode 50! at Connect X 2023
Andy & John celebrate their 50th episode by recording one on the ConnectX 2023 show floor. They interview a variety of ConnectX participants including Vin Manoli of Pike Renewables, Scott Duncan of Obscure Tech LLC, and Nick Davis of WirelessPSC.
May 4 2023
49. AT&T's Home 5G, 6G, and ConnectX
Andy & John discuss AT&T's new at home 5G offering, Europe already planning for 6G, and the upcoming ConnectX show in New Orleans.
Feb 13 2023
48. Quantumania: Quantum Networks and Broadband Nutrition Labels
Andy & John discuss the quantum networks as the future of telecom and the FCC's new requirement for internet service providers to provide consumers with a "nutrition label" for internet services.
Jan 18 2023
47. 5G in Manufacturing and FCC Broadband Maps
Andy & John dive into some specific examples of 5G in manufacturing and the (potential) inadequacies of the FCC's broadband maps.
Jan 8 2023
46. Closing out 2022 with Telecom News
Andy & John close out 2022 by reviewing recent news from the telecom industry.
Dec 20 2022
45. CableTec Talk with Ron Hrancac
Andy & John talk to CableTV pioneer Ron Hranac while at CableTec Expo 2022 in Philadelphia, PA.
Oct 27 2022
44. CableTec Talk with Andy Parrott
Andy & John interview Andy Parrott of Vyve Broadband while at SCTE CableTec!
Sep 26 2022
43. Special Guest Dave Fellows
Dave Fellows (US Olympian, entrepreneur, former CTO of Comcast and AT&T Broadband) joins Andy & John to talk about advancements in telecom and his history in the industry.
Sep 14 2022
42. SCTE CableTec & ISE Expo Talk
Andy & John discuss a couple of industry events - ISE Expo and the upcoming SCTE CableTec Expo.
Sep 12 2022
41. Big SCTE CableTec News & RDOF
Andy & John discuss the upcoming SCTE CableTec Expo and some news (good and bad) for RDOF participants.
Aug 9 2022
40. Former FCC Commissioner Mike O'Rielly
Andy & John talk with former FCC Commissioner Mike O'Rielly about opening up the 12GHz band for 5G and all things telecom.
Jul 28 2022
39. GIS, SCTE CableTec, & Raising the Broadband Minimum
Andy & John discuss GIS in telecom, the upcoming SCTE CableTec even, and the FCC discussing raising the broadband benchmark of 25/3.
Jun 22 2022
38. GAO Report - Bridging the Digital Divide
Andy & John discuss the Government Accountability Office report that was recently released. The report makes recommendations for the nation's strategy on bridging the digital divide and bringing broadband to all.
Jun 8 2022
37. Robin Weiner on Telecoms + Telehealth
Andy & John interview Robin Weiner, Founder and President of Get Real Health, about her company's involvement with helping telecom companies provide telehealth services. Also, the guys talk about recent trips to Hawaii and the telecom observations from those trips.
May 2 2022
36. Hollow Core Fiber, Cable Co. Wireless, and Crown Caste Growth
Andy & John sit down to discuss hollow core fiber, growth at both Crown Castle and AT&T, cable company wireless plans, and some telecom history.
Apr 12 2022
35. Updates from the Competitive Carriers Association Annual Show
John calls in from the 2022 Competitive Carriers Association Annual Show in Tampa, FL to talk about 5G and other topics being discussed by panels of experts.
Mar 10 2022
34. Special Guest Jeff Blum of DISH Network
Andy & John speak with Jeff Blum, VP for DISH Network, about 5G on the 12GHz spectrum, ORAN, the 5G vendor ecosystem, and DISH's 5G network that is being built from the ground up as a pure 5G network.