Let's Get Digital with Carrie Charles

?? Introducing Let's Get Digital with Carrie Charles! ?? New name. Fresh look. Same incredible content. ???? The podcast formerly known as #5GTalentTalk is evolving—just like the digital infrastructure industry itself. Welcome to LET'S GET DIGITAL! ?? We’re still bringing you insightful conversations with top industry leaders on the trends, technology, and talent shaping wireless, fiber, data centers, and beyond. ?? What can you expect? ? Candid discussions with executives and thought leaders in digital infrastructure ? Deep dives into emerging trends, leadership, and innovation ? Real conversations about how technology and talent drive transformation If you're passionate about connectivity, digital infrastructure, and leadership, this podcast is for you! ?? Subscribe & listen now: https://lnkd.in/eRD4aZ5R ?? We’d love your thoughts! What topics or guests would you like to hear on Let’s Get Digital? Drop your suggestions in the comments! ?? #LetsGetDigital #PodcastRebrand #DigitalInfrastructure #Telecom #Connectivity #Leadership #Podcast #LetsGetDigitalPodcast Carrie Charles | RCR Wireless News | Arden Media | Broadstaff

??? New Episode Out Now! In this episode of Let's Get Digital, Carrie Charles interviews Yazz Krdzalic, Vice President of Market Development at ECS (Equus Compute Solutions). They dive into how ECS is revolutionizing digital infrastructure with immersion cooling systems and private 5G networks. Yazz shares how ECS leverages Innovation as a Service to provide end-to-end digital solutions, enabling businesses to innovate and scale rapidly without the burden of owning infrastructure. They also discuss the power of strategic partnerships, the future of compute density and sustainability, and the growing convergence of IT and OT. Don’t miss this insightful conversation packed with forward-thinking ideas and actionable strategies for the evolving tech landscape. Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/e82sbicb #LetsGetDigital #DigitalInfrastructure #InnovationAsAService #Private5G #ImmersionCooling #Sustainability #ComputeDensity #EquusComputeSolutions #TechPodcast #DigitalTransformation #Partnerships Arden Media RCR Wireless News

?? What does it take to build, scale, and transform the fiber industry? On the latest episode of Let's Get Digital with Carrie Charles, I sit down with Dan Caruso, a powerhouse in telecommunications and digital infrastructure. Known as "The Bear" for his tenacity and drive, Dan has left an undeniable mark on the industry—as founder and former CEO of Zayo Group, where he led a $14.3 billion exit, as co-founder of Level 3 Communications, and in key leadership roles at Metropolitan Fiber Systems (MFS), where he helped shape the modern fiber industry. Today, he continues to drive innovation as founder of Caruso Ventures. ??? In this episode, we dive into: ?? The boom-bust cycles of telecom and how they continue to shape the industry ?? The emerging trends in AI, quantum networking, and edge computing ?? Business strategies that create real, lasting value in digital infrastructure ?? Dan’s new book, Bandwidth—a behind-the-scenes look at the rise, fall, and rebirth of digital infrastructure, from the breakup of AT&T to the fiber revolution, and the lessons shaping today’s AI and quantum boom. ?? Listen now on RCR Wireless News: https://lnkd.in/eAH3Jj3T Want more unfiltered insights from Dan? He also shares what’s ahead on his podcast, The Bear Roars, where he tackles the biggest trends in telecom, technology, and entrepreneurship. ?? Learn more at: dan-caruso.com #Telecom #FiberOptics #DigitalInfrastructure #AI #QuantumNetworking #EdgeComputing #Broadband #Networking #BandwidthTheBook #CarusoVentures #TheBearRoars #Fiber #Bandwidth RCR Wireless News #RCRWirelessNews Arden Media

?? What does it take to build, scale, and transform the fiber industry? On the latest episode of Let's Get Digital with Carrie Charles, we sit down with Dan Caruso, a powerhouse in telecommunications and digital infrastructure. Known as "The Bear" for his tenacity and drive, Dan has left an undeniable mark on the industry—as founder and former CEO of Zayo Group, where he led a $14.3 billion exit, as co-founder of Level 3 Communications, and in key leadership roles at Metropolitan Fiber Systems (MFS), where he helped shape the modern fiber industry. Today, he continues to drive innovation as founder of Caruso Ventures. ??? In this episode, we dive into: ?? The boom-bust cycles of telecom and how they continue to shape the industry ?? The emerging trends in AI, quantum networking, and edge computing ?? Business strategies that create real, lasting value in digital infrastructure ?? Dan’s new book, Bandwidth—a behind-the-scenes look at the rise, fall, and rebirth of digital infrastructure, from the breakup of AT&T to the fiber revolution, and the lessons shaping today’s AI and quantum boom. ?? Listen now on RCR Wireless News: https://lnkd.in/eAH3Jj3T Want more unfiltered insights from Dan? He also shares what’s ahead on his podcast, The Bear Roars, where he tackles the biggest trends in telecom, technology, and entrepreneurship. ?? Learn more at: dan-caruso.com #Telecom #FiberOptics #DigitalInfrastructure #AI #QuantumNetworking #EdgeComputing #Broadband #Networking #BandwidthTheBook #CarusoVentures #TheBearRoars #Fiber #Bandwidth RCR Wireless News #RCRWirelessNews Arden Media

?? In the PREMIERE episode of Let's Get Digital with Carrie Charles, we dive deep into the future of digital infrastructure with industry icon Hunter Newby of Newby Ventures! As a pioneer in carrier-neutral Meet-Me-Rooms, data centers, and network interconnection, Hunter shares his insights on the evolution of rural broadband, the BEAD funding impact, and the urgent need for neutral interconnection points across the U.S. We also tackle the power crisis in AI-driven data centers, the role of AI in shaping infrastructure, and the disruptive potential of DeepSeek AI—China’s latest breakthrough in AI efficiency. Plus, Hunter weighs in on major investments in AI and digital infrastructure, how they could transform the tech industry, and what it means for jobs, telecom, and data centers. Tune in for a high-energy conversation packed with expert insights on AI, digital infrastructure, and the future of connectivity. ?? Listen on RCR Wireless News: https://lnkd.in/exkhZ8pN #AIautomation #BEAD #Broadband #ChatGPT #ConnectedNation #datacenters #DeepSeek #digitaldivide #digitalinfrastructure #ElonMusk #Fiber #generativeAI #HunterNewby #hyperscalers #inferenceai #internetexchange #LetsGetDigital #metroconnect #NewbyVentures #Nvidia #OpenAI #Oracle #powerchallenges #revenuemodels #SpaceX #Stargate #Starlink #Wireless #Workforce Arden Media RCR Wireless News

Same podcast. New name. Fresh look. ???? BIG NEWS: #5GTalentTalk is now Let's Get Digital with Carrie Charles! ?? This rebrand reflects the evolution of digital infrastructure—from wireless and fiber to data centers and beyond. But one thing remains the same: insightful conversations with top industry leaders on the trends, technology, and talent shaping the future of connectivity. ?? Love the podcast? Here’s how to stay connected: ? Follow & subscribe for the latest episodes ? Tune in for candid conversations with top executives ? Join the conversation on what’s next in connectivity The industry is evolving—let’s get digital! ???? ?? Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eZ42_PMq #LetsGetDigital #PodcastRebrand #DigitalInfrastructure #Telecom #Connectivity #Leadership #Podcast #LetsGetDigitalPodcast RCR Wireless News | Arden Media | Broadstaff

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??? In the latest episode of 5G Talent Talk, I interview Dennis McColl, founder of PracticalRF. Dennis shares his journey from decades of shaping corporate policy at Verizon to starting his own venture, driven by a passion for solving complex challenges in the wireless industry. He discusses key issues such as operational inefficiencies, contractor management, and the need for better training programs for engineers. Dennis also explores how AI is enhancing processes while emphasizing the continued importance of hands-on expertise. This episode also provides a 'sneak peek' into some of the hot topics to be discussed at the upcoming #AvalonTUF2025 in Dallas, Texas on January 22 - 23, 2025. ?? Listen Now: https://lnkd.in/ewdetWYt To learn more about Avalon Test Equipment and register for AvalonTUF, visit: https://www.avalontuf.com/ #5GTalentTalk #5GTT #PracticalRF #RFEngineering #WorkforceDevelopment #WirelessSolutions #AvalonTUF

??? In the latest episode of 5G Talent Talk, Carrie Charles interviews Dennis McColl, founder of PracticalRF. Dennis shares his journey from decades of shaping corporate policy at Verizon to starting his own venture, driven by a passion for solving complex challenges in the wireless industry. He discusses key issues such as operational inefficiencies, contractor management, and the need for better training programs for engineers. Dennis also explores how AI is enhancing processes while emphasizing the continued importance of hands-on expertise. This episode also provides a 'sneak peek' into some of the hot topics to be discussed at the upcoming #AvalonTUF2025 in Dallas, Texas on January 22 - 23, 2025. ?? Listen Now: https://lnkd.in/eBmwVbiM To learn more about Avalon Test Equipment and register for AvalonTUF, visit: https://www.avalontuf.com/ #5GTalentTalk #5GTT #PracticalRF #RFEngineering #WorkforceDevelopment #WirelessSolutions #AvalonTUF