Connected Nation

Jessica Denson
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This is Connected Nation – an award-winning podcast focused on all things broadband. From closing the Digital Divide to simply improving your internet speeds, we talk technology topics that impact all of us, our families, and our communities.The podcast was honored in 2024 with an Award of Excellence for Podcast Series - Technology. This is the highest honor given by the Communicator Awards. In addition, the podcast received Awards of Distinction in the same category in 2025, 2023, and 2022.Learn more about the national nonprofit behind this podcast at connectednation.org. Interested in being one of our sponsors? It includes your promotion airing on Connected Nation. Email us at info@connectednation.org OR copy and paste the below link for a media kit:  https://s3.amazonaws.com/connected-nation/6973971b-4f6e-4a55-937c-a84e7583fe6c/CN_PODCAST_PACKAGE_2026-FINAL.pdf

  1. 16H AGO

    From India to the U.S.: The global push to transform broadband

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we are live at the Connected America Conference in Dallas. We talk about a first that's never happened at Connected America before — there's an India pavilion. Find out why companies from around the globe are coming here to talk American connectivity.  Recommended links:  Hardik Soni LinkedIn Nav Wireless Technologies Ravi Joni LinkedIn United Reach

    21 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Inside Connected America: Why broadband growth depends on collaboration

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we are live at the Connected America Conference in Dallas. We speak with Rob Chambers, Managing Director of Total Telecom about what’s next for Connected America and why face-to-face collaboration is critical to expanding broadband access nationwide. Recommended links:  Connected America Conference Total Telecom Rob Chambers LinkedIn

    20 min

  3. APR 8

    Going the second mile: How a women‑founded RevOps firm is transforming ISPs

    Send us Fan Mail On today’s podcast, we’re diving into the world of digital transformation, RevOps, and how ISPs can streamline operations from customer service to infrastructure.  We’re talking with leadership from one company working across North America and beyond — helping organizations connect their systems, automate workflows, and build the future of operational efficiency. Recommended links:  Second Mile website Hannah Collins LinkedIn Second Mile blog (RevOps, HubSpot, Integrations) Over the past 25 years, Connected Nation’s Engineering and Technical Services team has built trusted, collaborative relationships with state broadband offices, local communities, and broadband providers nationwide. From tracking deployment progress… to asset mapping… to delivering clear, data‑driven insights for stakeholders — Connected Nation’s experts are ready to help.  To learn more, email us at info@connectednation.org. This September, Connected Nation is attempting a world record — a 25‑hour global digital skills marathon, celebrating 25 years of impact. We’re looking for sponsors, partners, and watch‑party hosts who want to make history and expand digital opportunity worldwide. Learn more at connectednation.org or email us at worldrecord@connectednation.org  With 25 years of experience, Connected Nation’s Engineering and Technical Services team helps states and providers verify build‑outs, track progress, and deliver clear, data‑driven insights. Learn more by emailing info@connectednation.org with the subject line ETS.

    48 min

  4. MAR 25

    Decentralize to stabilize: How distributed data saves money, protects privacy, and boosts resiliency

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we’ll explore how StorX is disrupting traditional cloud storage with decentralized, blockchain-powered solutions—in what they say is delivering privacy, cost savings, and resilience through a global network of thousands of nodes.  Plus, we’ll discuss how it impacts everything from digital empowerment to the future of broadband infrastructure. Recommended links: StorX Network websiteStorX LinkedInStorX Twitter

    27 min

  5. MAR 18

    Preventing disaster before it strikes: The company that provides early warning signs that your network is at risk

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we're back at the Broadband Nation Expo to talk about early warning signs, those little simple things that let you know that something's wrong with your broadband network before the whole network goes down. We talk with a company that makes it possible to stop disaster before it occurs. Recommended links: Asentria website John's LinkedIn Over the past 25 years, Connected Nation’s Engineering and Technical Services team has built trusted, collaborative relationships with state broadband offices, local communities, and broadband providers nationwide. From tracking deployment progress… to asset mapping… to delivering clear, data‑driven insights for stakeholders — Connected Nation’s experts are ready to help.  To learn more, email us at info@connectednation.org. This September, Connected Nation is attempting a world record — a 25‑hour global digital skills marathon, celebrating 25 years of impact. We’re looking for sponsors, partners, and watch‑party hosts who want to make history and expand digital opportunity worldwide. Learn more at connectednation.org or email us at worldrecord@connectednation.org  With 25 years of experience, Connected Nation’s Engineering and Technical Services team helps states and providers verify build‑outs, track progress, and deliver clear, data‑driven insights. Learn more by emailing info@connectednation.org with the subject line ETS.

    18 min

  6. MAR 11

    Meet the VP of the Internet of Things

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we take you back to the Broadband Nation Expo taking place in Orlando, Florida. This time we have a very special guest, the man who calls himself the Vice President of Internet of Things. Find out if he's serious or not! Recommended links: MasTec website Richard's LinkedIn

    22 min

  7. MAR 4

    The craft of broadband compliance: How to avoid review after review after review

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we talk with an expert in broadband compliance about what to do in advance to avoid going through review after review after review. Recommended links: Alvarez and Marsal site Over the past 25 years, Connected Nation’s Engineering and Technical Services team has built trusted, collaborative relationships with state broadband offices, local communities, and broadband providers nationwide. From tracking deployment progress… to asset mapping… to delivering clear, data‑driven insights for stakeholders — Connected Nation’s experts are ready to help.  To learn more, email us at info@connectednation.org. This September, Connected Nation is attempting a world record — a 25‑hour global digital skills marathon, celebrating 25 years of impact. We’re looking for sponsors, partners, and watch‑party hosts who want to make history and expand digital opportunity worldwide. Learn more at connectednation.org or email us at worldrecord@connectednation.org  With 25 years of experience, Connected Nation’s Engineering and Technical Services team helps states and providers verify build‑outs, track progress, and deliver clear, data‑driven insights. Learn more by emailing info@connectednation.org with the subject line ETS.

    23 min

  8. FEB 25

    Is BEAD the worst thing to happen to rural America? Why one industry insider says "yes"

    Send us Fan Mail On this episode of Connected Nation, we talk with leadership from the Minnesota Telecom Alliance. Learn how they work with co-ops and family ISPs to help them stay ahead of the curve, what it's like working with the state broadband office in Minnesota, and why they believe BEAD is one of the worst things to happen to rural broadband in America. Recommended links: Minnesota Telecom Alliance website Brent's LinkedIn Over the past 25 years, Connected Nation’s Engineering and Technical Services team has built trusted, collaborative relationships with state broadband offices, local communities, and broadband providers nationwide. From tracking deployment progress… to asset mapping… to delivering clear, data‑driven insights for stakeholders — Connected Nation’s experts are ready to help.  To learn more, email us at info@connectednation.org. This September, Connected Nation is attempting a world record — a 25‑hour global digital skills marathon, celebrating 25 years of impact. We’re looking for sponsors, partners, and watch‑party hosts who want to make history and expand digital opportunity worldwide. Learn more at connectednation.org or email us at worldrecord@connectednation.org  With 25 years of experience, Connected Nation’s Engineering and Technical Services team helps states and providers verify build‑outs, track progress, and deliver clear, data‑driven insights. Learn more by emailing info@connectednation.org with the subject line ETS.

    26 min
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About

This is Connected Nation – an award-winning podcast focused on all things broadband. From closing the Digital Divide to simply improving your internet speeds, we talk technology topics that impact all of us, our families, and our communities.The podcast was honored in 2024 with an Award of Excellence for Podcast Series - Technology. This is the highest honor given by the Communicator Awards. In addition, the podcast received Awards of Distinction in the same category in 2025, 2023, and 2022.Learn more about the national nonprofit behind this podcast at connectednation.org. Interested in being one of our sponsors? It includes your promotion airing on Connected Nation. Email us at info@connectednation.org OR copy and paste the below link for a media kit:  https://s3.amazonaws.com/connected-nation/6973971b-4f6e-4a55-937c-a84e7583fe6c/CN_PODCAST_PACKAGE_2026-FINAL.pdf

Information

  • Creator
    Jessica Denson
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    244
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Connected Nation
  • Show Website
    Connected Nation