In this episode of the podcast, Chris talks with Michael Keough, Chief Information Officer for Region 16 Education Service Center in the Texas Panhandle. Michael shares how Region 16 is transitioning from being an Internet provider to building a more resilient, high-speed network for 60 school districts across 26,000 square miles.

He explains the shift to a 10 Gig ring network to prevent outages, the importance of open access fiber to drive competition and lower costs, and how new edge data centers will enhance reliability and support future technologies like AI and quantum networking.

Michael also discusses the economic and educational benefits of better infrastructure, from strengthening school security to attracting new businesses.

Tune in to learn how strategic investments in broadband can empower schools and communities alike.

This show is 25 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

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Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license

In this episode of the podcast, Chris talks with Michael Keough, Chief Information Officer for Region 16 Education Service Center in the Texas Panhandle. Michael shares how Region 16 is transitioning from being an Internet provider to building a more resilient, high-speed network for 60 school districts across 26,000 square miles.

He explains the shift to a 10 Gig ring network to prevent outages, the importance of open access fiber to drive competition and lower costs, and how new edge data centers will enhance reliability and support future technologies like AI and quantum networking.

Michael also discusses the economic and educational benefits of better infrastructure, from strengthening school security to attracting new businesses.

Tune in to learn how strategic investments in broadband can empower schools and communities alike.

This show is 25 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes or view all episodes in our index. See other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license

In this episode of the podcast, Chris talks with Michael Keough, Chief Information Officer for Region 16 Education Service Center in the Texas Panhandle. Michael shares how Region 16 is transitioning from being an Internet provider to building a more resilient, high-speed network for 60 school districts across 26,000 square miles.

He explains the shift to a 10 Gig ring network to prevent outages, the importance of open access fiber to drive competition and lower costs, and how new edge data centers will enhance reliability and support future technologies like AI and quantum networking.

Michael also discusses the economic and educational benefits of better infrastructure, from strengthening school security to attracting new businesses.

Tune in to learn how strategic investments in broadband can empower schools and communities alike.

This show is 25 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes or view all episodes in our index. See other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license

In this episode of the podcast, Chris talks with Michael Keough, Chief Information Officer for Region 16 Education Service Center in the Texas Panhandle. Michael shares how Region 16 is transitioning from being an Internet provider to building a more resilient, high-speed network for 60 school districts across 26,000 square miles.

He explains the shift to a 10 Gig ring network to prevent outages, the importance of open access fiber to drive competition and lower costs, and how new edge data centers will enhance reliability and support future technologies like AI and quantum networking.

Michael also discusses the economic and educational benefits of better infrastructure, from strengthening school security to attracting new businesses.

Tune in to learn how strategic investments in broadband can empower schools and communities alike.

This show is 25 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes or view all episodes in our index. See other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license

In this episode of the podcast, Chris talks with Michael Keough, Chief Information Officer for Region 16 Education Service Center in the Texas Panhandle. Michael shares how Region 16 is transitioning from being an Internet provider to building a more resilient, high-speed network for 60 school districts across 26,000 square miles.

He explains the shift to a 10 Gig ring network to prevent outages, the importance of open access fiber to drive competition and lower costs, and how new edge data centers will enhance reliability and support future technologies like AI and quantum networking.

Michael also discusses the economic and educational benefits of better infrastructure, from strengthening school security to attracting new businesses.

Tune in to learn how strategic investments in broadband can empower schools and communities alike.

This show is 25 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes or view all episodes in our index. See other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license

In this episode of the podcast, Chris talks with Michael Keough, Chief Information Officer for Region 16 Education Service Center in the Texas Panhandle. Michael shares how Region 16 is transitioning from being an Internet provider to building a more resilient, high-speed network for 60 school districts across 26,000 square miles.

He explains the shift to a 10 Gig ring network to prevent outages, the importance of open access fiber to drive competition and lower costs, and how new edge data centers will enhance reliability and support future technologies like AI and quantum networking.

Michael also discusses the economic and educational benefits of better infrastructure, from strengthening school security to attracting new businesses.

Tune in to learn how strategic investments in broadband can empower schools and communities alike.

This show is 25 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes or view all episodes in our index. See other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license

In this episode of the podcast, Chris talks with Michael Keough, Chief Information Officer for Region 16 Education Service Center in the Texas Panhandle. Michael shares how Region 16 is transitioning from being an Internet provider to building a more resilient, high-speed network for 60 school districts across 26,000 square miles.

He explains the shift to a 10 Gig ring network to prevent outages, the importance of open access fiber to drive competition and lower costs, and how new edge data centers will enhance reliability and support future technologies like AI and quantum networking.

Michael also discusses the economic and educational benefits of better infrastructure, from strengthening school security to attracting new businesses.

Tune in to learn how strategic investments in broadband can empower schools and communities alike.

This show is 25 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes or view all episodes in our index. See other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license

In this special episode of the podcast, Chris is joined by Gigi Sohn, Executive Director of the American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB). Originally aired last summer, they discuss the crucial role of state and local governments in broadband policy, efforts to grow community broadband networks across the U.S., and the ongoing challenges these networks face from incumbents and dark money groups.

Gigi also shares insights into her work with Benton, where she helps build coalitions in Missouri, Arizona, and Pennsylvania to ensure effective use of broadband funding. Additionally, the conversation highlights AAPB’s mission to double the number of municipal broadband networks in five years and the importance of defending these networks from attacks like those in Bountiful, Utah.

This show is 47 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

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Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license

In this special episode of the podcast, Chris is joined by Gigi Sohn, Executive Director of the American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB). Originally aired last summer, they discuss the crucial role of state and local governments in broadband policy, efforts to grow community broadband networks across the U.S., and the ongoing challenges these networks face from incumbents and dark money groups.

Gigi also shares insights into her work with Benton, where she helps build coalitions in Missouri, Arizona, and Pennsylvania to ensure effective use of broadband funding. Additionally, the conversation highlights AAPB’s mission to double the number of municipal broadband networks in five years and the importance of defending these networks from attacks like those in Bountiful, Utah.

This show is 47 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

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Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license

In this special episode of the podcast, Chris is joined by Gigi Sohn, Executive Director of the American Association for Public Broadband (AAPB). Originally aired last summer, they discuss the crucial role of state and local governments in broadband policy, efforts to grow community broadband networks across the U.S., and the ongoing challenges these networks face from incumbents and dark money groups.

Gigi also shares insights into her work with Benton, where she helps build coalitions in Missouri, Arizona, and Pennsylvania to ensure effective use of broadband funding. Additionally, the conversation highlights AAPB’s mission to double the number of municipal broadband networks in five years and the importance of defending these networks from attacks like those in Bountiful, Utah.

This show is 47 minutes long and can be played on this page or via Apple Podcasts or the tool of your choice using this feed.

Transcript below.

We want your feedback and suggestions for the show-please e-mail us or leave a comment below.

Listen to other episodes or view all episodes in our index. See other podcasts from the Institute for Local Self-Reliance.

Thanks to Arne Huseby for the music. The song is Warm Duck Shuffle and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license