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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
Community Partnerships
New York
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, Doug Adams, and Karl Bode break down Starlink’s behind-the-scenes push to rewrite BEAD rules, what it means for accountability and public dollars, and why communities could once again be left holding the bag

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Brendan Kelly of REVinternet joins Chris Mitchell and Sean Gonsalves to explain why these neighborhoods are stuck with outdated networks—and how a community-centered approach can finally deliver affordable, reliable Internet where big ISPs have faile... more

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Chris Mitchell is joined by CBN colleagues to share bold predictions on BEAD delays, municipal broadband momentum, and the growing influence of fixed wireless, satellites, and AI

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Chris Mitchell sits down with Doug Dawson to cut through the hype, unpack growing uncertainty around federal policy, and explain what communities and providers should realistically expect as 2026 unfolds

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Recent Guests

Brendan Kelly
Founder of REVinternet
REVinternet
Episode: Serving the Overlooked: Building Broadband for Manufactured Housing Communities - Episode 674 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
David Kulp
Broadband activist in the Berkshires, manager of a municipal light plant
Episode: The Berkshires Broadband Movement: How 19 Small Towns Built Their Own Fiber Future - Episode 668 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Carl Bodi
Regular writer for communitynetworks.org
communitynetworks.org
Episode: Follow the Money: Comcast, Starlink, and the BEAD Backslide - Episode 664 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Sean Gonsolves
Associate Director for Communications at the Institute for Local Self-Reliance
Institute for Local Self-Reliance
Episode: Follow the Money: Comcast, Starlink, and the BEAD Backslide - Episode 664 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
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

Host

Christopher Mitchell
Host of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast

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 States9 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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Many find the content informative and well-organized, with compelling interviews featuring credible guests.
The podcast is seen as a crucial resource for understanding the complexities of broadband access and its implications for underserved communities.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and topical discussions relevant to rural broadband and community development.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#191
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Berkshires Broadband Movement: How 19 Small Towns Built Their Own Fiber Future - Episode 668 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: What do you remember of the state's support at that time?
David Kulp discusses the mixed feelings about the state's forward-thinking initiatives versus their opposition to the cooperative model.
The Berkshires Broadband Movement: How 19 Small Towns Built Their Own Fiber Future - Episode 668 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: Were you surprised at the turns that this project took?
Jess Auer notes the back and forth from the state agency regarding support, showcasing a lack of clarity in their direction.
The Berkshires Broadband Movement: How 19 Small Towns Built Their Own Fiber Future - Episode 668 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: What was day one like for you?
David Kulp recounts a meeting with about 50 people discussing the ambitious idea of building a fiber optic network in rural areas.
Serving the Overlooked: Building Broadband for Manufactured Housing Communities - Episode 674 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: What makes serving mobile home communities unique?
The unique aspect lies in the perception of manufactured housing and the physical constraints of land ownership, impacting the services provided and the stigma surrounding these communities.
Serving the Overlooked: Building Broadband for Manufactured Housing Communities - Episode 674 of the Community Broadband Bits Podcast
Q: What is REVinternet and what led you to create it?
REVinternet aims to address the shortcomings in internet access for manufactured housing communities, focusing on providing quality services tailored to their needs.

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Content focuses on various aspects of broadband access and infrastructure, particularly those that impact underserved communities. Episodes often feature discussions about government policies, rural broadband challenges, and innovative solutions to bridge the digital divide. The conversations highlight the importance of local initiatives, community engagement, and the broader implications of broadband access on social equity and economic development.

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Recent guests on Community Broadband Bits include:

1. Brendan Kelly
2. David Kulp
3. Carl Bodi
4. Sean Gonsolves
5. Mike Masnick
6. Jon Chambers
7. Scott Goff
8. Sascha Meinrath

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