On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Dennis Burgess from Link Technologies and TowerCoverage.com! We spend a bit talking about the Form 477 and new BDC requirements that are now in effect for FCC reporting of coverage areas and what that entails so far. We also cover various aspects of RF and coverage area planning with TowerCoverage.com along with some common issues and hurdles that growing WISP’s can encounter based on our experiences and mistakes learned over time.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Dennis Burgess from Link Technologies and <a href="http://TowerCoverage.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TowerCoverage.com</a>! We spend a bit talking about the Form 477 and new BDC requirements that are now in effect for FCC reporting of coverage areas and what that entails so far. We also cover various aspects of RF and coverage area planning with <a href="http://TowerCoverage.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">TowerCoverage.com</a> along with some common issues and hurdles that growing WISP’s can encounter based on our experiences and mistakes learned over time.

#24 Unlicensed Podcast - Form 477 & BDC Discussion | Guest: Dennis Burgess from TowerCoverage.com

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we take a break from the interview format to catch up on the current happenings with the podcast and discuss some recent hot topics of conversation. Topics covered include the podcast format and plans for summer, details around the recent announcement of the NTIA BEAD NOFO and taking a practical look of how this will affect the industry, and we finish with the concept of keeping your eyes on the prize and not getting too caught up in the noise of everything.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we take a break from the interview format to catch up on the current happenings with the podcast and discuss some recent hot topics of conversation. Topics covered include the podcast format and plans for summer, details around the recent announcement of the NTIA BEAD NOFO and taking a practical look of how this will affect the industry, and we finish with the concept of keeping your eyes on the prize and not getting too caught up in the noise of everything.

#23 Unlicensed Podcast - New Government Funding

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Johnny Onellion (aka JohnnyO) from Faster Cajun Networks! Johnny has been a WISP operator for a long time across two different WISP’s and has a ton of experience and knowledge to share about the WISP business and dealing with natural disasters. Topics covered include how the WISP industry has evolved over the last 20 years, billing systems and transport, and a deep conversation about dealing with hurricanes and other natural disasters and what to expect and how to prepare.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Johnny Onellion (aka JohnnyO) from Faster Cajun Networks! Johnny has been a WISP operator for a long time across two different WISP’s and has a ton of experience and knowledge to share about the WISP business and dealing with natural disasters. Topics covered include how the WISP industry has evolved over the last 20 years, billing systems and transport, and a deep conversation about dealing with hurricanes and other natural disasters and what to expect and how to prepare.

#22 Unlicensed Podcast - With Guest: Johnny Onellion

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Ken Ruppel from Aviat Networks! Ken has spent his whole career working with backhaul and licensed link radios and he shares with us a ton of experience, guidance and stories that we found both educational and enjoyable. Topics covered include his history, the use of licensed links in the WISP market, what needs to be considered when planning your first link, 6Ghz, how the pandemic affected Aviat, a recent news release about the acquisition of Redline, and we conclude with a variety of weird things seen during troubleshooting. 

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Ken Ruppel from Aviat Networks! Ken has spent his whole career working with backhaul and licensed link radios and he shares with us a ton of experience, guidance and stories that we found both educational and enjoyable. Topics covered include his history, the use of licensed links in the WISP market, what needs to be considered when planning your first link, 6Ghz, how the pandemic affected Aviat, a recent news release about the acquisition of Redline, and we conclude with a variety of weird things seen during troubleshooting.

#21 Unlicensed Podcast - With Guest: Ken Ruppel

Jeremy Austin

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Jeremy Austin from Preseem! Jeremy has a ton of experience in the WISP industry and his current position as Senior Product Manager at Preseem gives him a lot of additional insight into the nitty gritty details. Topics covered include his personal work history, how bandwidth levels continue to grow but aren’t necessarily related to the end user experience, how home routers behind the WISP CPE affect the end user experience, how experience and education go hand in hand as WISPs grow, the competitive landscape for WISPs now and in the future, and finally some details about how Preseem works with the industry to better achieve success for everyone involved. Learn more about Jeremy and Preseem at https://preseem.com/

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Jeremy Austin from Preseem! Jeremy has a ton of experience in the WISP industry and his current position as Senior Product Manager at Preseem gives him a lot of additional insight into the nitty gritty details. Topics covered include his personal work history, how bandwidth levels continue to grow but aren’t necessarily related to the end user experience, how home routers behind the WISP CPE affect the end user experience, how experience and education go hand in hand as WISPs grow, the competitive landscape for WISPs now and in the future, and finally some details about how Preseem works with the industry to better achieve success for everyone involved. Learn more about Jeremy and Preseem at <a href="https://preseem.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://preseem.com/</a>

#20 Unlicensed Podcast - With Guest: Jeremy Austin

Chris Johnson

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Chris Johnson from SkyNet Communications! Chris has a long history in the WISP industry and shares with us a wealth of knowledge. Topics covered include dealing with the harsh environmental issues faced in Montana, how the 60Ghz product market has grown and evolved over the years, a deep conversation about building networks using new technologies and what it means from a financial perspective, a discussion on network and customer management, and many other interesting subjects. Finally we wrap up with a discussion about the areas he would focus on if he were starting anew and the advice he gives to new WISPs.You can find out more about SkyNet Communications on their website: www.getskynet.com

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Chris Johnson from SkyNet Communications! Chris has a long history in the WISP industry and shares with us a wealth of knowledge. Topics covered include dealing with the harsh environmental issues faced in Montana, how the 60Ghz product market has grown and evolved over the years, a deep conversation about building networks using new technologies and what it means from a financial perspective, a discussion on network and customer management, and many other interesting subjects. Finally we wrap up with a discussion about the areas he would focus on if he were starting anew and the advice he gives to new WISPs.You can find out more about SkyNet Communications on their website: <a href="http://www.getskynet.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.getskynet.com</a>

#19 Unlicensed Podcast - With Guest: Chris Johnson

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Joshaven Potter! Joshaven has a long history in the WISP industry as a consultant and now as CPO &amp; Director of Information Technology at Visp.net. We cover a number of topics including his early history in the industry, the trials and tribulations of making a living as an entrepreneur, how Visp.net operates as a business with billing systems and beyond, and a deep dive into tower and CPE grounding and all that can go into it.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting Joshaven Potter! Joshaven has a long history in the WISP industry as a consultant and now as CPO &amp; Director of Information Technology at <a href="http://Visp.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Visp.net</a>. We cover a number of topics including his early history in the industry, the trials and tribulations of making a living as an entrepreneur, how <a href="http://Visp.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Visp.net</a> operates as a business with billing systems and beyond, and a deep dive into tower and CPE grounding and all that can go into it.

#18 Unlicensed Podcast - With Guest: Joshaven Potter

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting a WISP manufacturer! Joining us today is Sakid Ahmed from Cambium Networks. Sakid brings to our conversation a wealth of knowledge and experience from his long history in our industry. We cover a number of interesting topics such as the effects of the pandemic on the state of the wireless industry, how the ePMP AX platform is coming along and what the future holds, updates on the move into 6Ghz, growth of our industry across the globe, and what other tools Cambium brings to the table beyond the radio.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting a WISP manufacturer! Joining us today is Sakid Ahmed from Cambium Networks. Sakid brings to our conversation a wealth of knowledge and experience from his long history in our industry. We cover a number of interesting topics such as the effects of the pandemic on the state of the wireless industry, how the ePMP AX platform is coming along and what the future holds, updates on the move into 6Ghz, growth of our industry across the globe, and what other tools Cambium brings to the table beyond the radio.

#17 Unlicensed Podcast - With Guest: Sakid Ahmed

On today’s episode of the #UnlicensedPodcast, we’re excited to be hosting another WISP! Joining us today is Brandon Hardy from Cobalt Ridge based in Wichita Falls, Texas. Brandon shares with us his story of starting a WISP with limited knowledge and funding, the trials and tribulations faced, the successes, and what it is leading to in the future. We discuss a wide range of topics related to starting a WISP including equipment used, plans sold, how to scale operations, increasing throughput to realistically meet customer needs, and a crazy story about how his main tower was destroyed by vandals that you don’t want to miss!

On today’s episode of the #UnlicensedPodcast, we’re excited to be hosting another WISP! Joining us today is Brandon Hardy from Cobalt Ridge based in Wichita Falls, Texas. Brandon shares with us his story of starting a WISP with limited knowledge and funding, the trials and tribulations faced, the successes, and what it is leading to in the future. We discuss a wide range of topics related to starting a WISP including equipment used, plans sold, how to scale operations, increasing throughput to realistically meet customer needs, and a crazy story about how his main tower was destroyed by vandals that you don’t want to miss!

#16 Unlicensed Podcast - With Guest: Brandon Hardy

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we wrap up 2021 by reviewing what we have been up to this year and what we’re looking forward to in 2022. Topics covered include our staff additions over the past year, new product launches and updates, trade shows and meetups, WISP’s working together, sales growth globally, and the work we have done with our educational efforts including Inside Wireless, this podcast, and WISP Traveler.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we wrap up 2021 by reviewing what we have been up to this year and what we’re looking forward to in 2022. Topics covered include our staff additions over the past year, new product launches and updates, trade shows and meetups, WISP’s working together, sales growth globally, and the work we have done with our educational efforts including Inside Wireless, this podcast, and WISP Traveler.

#15 Unlicensed Podcast - 2021 Wrap Up

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On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting our first WISP manufacturer guest! Joining us today is Dustin Stock from Mimosa Networks. Dustin has been in the industry a long time, so we thought it would be fun to get his viewpoints on the current state of the WISP industry as well as his thoughts on where things are headed in the future. During our conversation we cover how COVID has affected the hardware industry supply chains and our companies in general, how Mimosa’s AX product line is progressing, and look forward to the effects on the industry of AX and 6Ghz as they are adopted.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re excited to be hosting our first WISP manufacturer guest! Joining us today is Dustin Stock from Mimosa Networks. Dustin has been in the industry a long time, so we thought it would be fun to get his viewpoints on the current state of the WISP industry as well as his thoughts on where things are headed in the future. During our conversation we cover how COVID has affected the hardware industry supply chains and our companies in general, how Mimosa’s AX product line is progressing, and look forward to the effects on the industry of AX and 6Ghz as they are adopted.

#14 Unlicensed Podcast - With Guest: Dustin Stock

On today’s episode of the #UnlicensedPodcast we catch up with our recent adventures and give some general updates. First we recap our activities at #TitanFest2021 and discuss what we learned and then chat a bit about our Thanksgiving holidays. Next we provide some updates on a number of things that have been going on in the background. These include .ant and Google Network Planner file updates, EPA and wind load additions coming to the datasheets, and new product timeline updates. Additions to the Link Calculator are covered as well as channel and supply updates in Canada. Finally we wrap up with what we are looking forward to in 2022 in our industry.

On today’s episode of the #UnlicensedPodcast we catch up with our recent adventures and give some general updates. First we recap our activities at #TitanFest2021 and discuss what we learned and then chat a bit about our Thanksgiving holidays. Next we provide some updates on a number of things that have been going on in the background. These include .ant and Google Network Planner file updates, EPA and wind load additions coming to the datasheets, and new product timeline updates. Additions to the Link Calculator are covered as well as channel and supply updates in Canada. Finally we wrap up with what we are looking forward to in 2022 in our industry.

#13 Unlicensed Podcast - Catch Up

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re very excited to have our first WISP guest! Joining us is Spencer Pous from BluBroadband and SJP Network Solutions. Spencer is a longtime industry member and was gracious enough to take time to talk about a number of topics including his personal history in the industry, how he runs both an MSP and a WISP, the differences in managing and supporting those two different business styles, and dealing with hurricanes and recovery in the Florida panhandle. Thanks again Spencer!

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we’re very excited to have our first WISP guest! Joining us is Spencer Pous from BluBroadband and SJP Network Solutions. Spencer is a longtime industry member and was gracious enough to take time to talk about a number of topics including his personal history in the industry, how he runs both an MSP and a WISP, the differences in managing and supporting those two different business styles, and dealing with hurricanes and recovery in the Florida panhandle. Thanks again Spencer!

#12 Unlicensed Podcast - With Guest: Spencer Pous

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we delve into a conversation about how even though some antennas from different manufacturers may look the same, they aren’t all equal. Whether it be a horn, a sector, or a dish antenna, you have to look past the fact they may look similar or have a few comparable data points in a spec sheet and assess it across all aspects. Things to take into consideration from an RF perspective are the beam patterns, side and back lobes, balanced patterns across both polarizations, and other characteristics across the frequency range. You also have to evaluate the construction materials and mechanical properties and how they will hold up in harsh environments over time. And finally consider the focus of the manufacturer in question, support available, and the ecosystem supported now and in the future.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we delve into a conversation about how even though some antennas from different manufacturers may look the same, they aren’t all equal. Whether it be a horn, a sector, or a dish antenna, you have to look past the fact they may look similar or have a few comparable data points in a spec sheet and assess it across all aspects. Things to take into consideration from an RF perspective are the beam patterns, side and back lobes, balanced patterns across both polarizations, and other characteristics across the frequency range. You also have to evaluate the construction materials and mechanical properties and how they will hold up in harsh environments over time. And finally consider the focus of the manufacturer in question, support available, and the ecosystem supported now and in the future.

#11 Unlicensed Podcast - It's Not All Equal

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we discuss some common myths, misconceptions, and misunderstandings seen in the WISP industry.  We open with the myth that more gain is what you always want from an antenna. We follow up talking about the misconception that 2.4Ghz is a dead band in fixed wireless. Next we talk about some of the misunderstandings about channel planning your first big 12 or 18 horn array for 360 degree coverage. Also covered is a conversation about what noise the horns will eliminate, some clarifications about connector orientations, and once again talk about why fiber isn’t always the answer but maybe it is for you in a particular area.This is the first one of these episodes we’ve done and it was a lot of fun. If you have any myths, misconceptions, and misunderstandings you’d like us to cover in a future episode then please let us know in the comments below!

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we discuss some common myths, misconceptions, and misunderstandings seen in the WISP industry. We open with the myth that more gain is what you always want from an antenna. We follow up talking about the misconception that 2.4Ghz is a dead band in fixed wireless. Next we talk about some of the misunderstandings about channel planning your first big 12 or 18 horn array for 360 degree coverage. Also covered is a conversation about what noise the horns will eliminate, some clarifications about connector orientations, and once again talk about why fiber isn’t always the answer but maybe it is for you in a particular area.This is the first one of these episodes we’ve done and it was a lot of fun. If you have any myths, misconceptions, and misunderstandings you’d like us to cover in a future episode then please let us know in the comments below!

#10 Unlicensed Podcast - Myths, Misconceptions, and Misunderstandings

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we recap our adventures in Las Vegas during WISPAPALOOZA. Despite a few slightly chaotic bummers, we had a fantastic week getting to see everyone again and also meeting a bunch of new people too. The show itself ran really well and attendance was great. Here we also cover the feedback from the new products and changes we announced, the kick everyone got from the taco truck, and how our vendor spotlight session went really well. We look forward to seeing everyone in March for WISPAMERICA in New Orleans!

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we recap our adventures in Las Vegas during WISPAPALOOZA. Despite a few slightly chaotic bummers, we had a fantastic week getting to see everyone again and also meeting a bunch of new people too. The show itself ran really well and attendance was great. Here we also cover the feedback from the new products and changes we announced, the kick everyone got from the taco truck, and how our vendor spotlight session went really well. We look forward to seeing everyone in March for WISPAMERICA in New Orleans!

#09 Unlicensed Podcast - Post Vegas

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we are getting pumped up for Vegas, Baby! On this WISPAPALOOZA Eve, we sit down to talk about what we do in order to get ready for the show and what the show schedule looks like for us from setup to tear down. We discuss the best way for people to get out and meet their peers and the other vendors. Finally we give people that are new to the show some tips and tricks we’ve learned over the years to get the most out of the week.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast, we are getting pumped up for Vegas, Baby! On this WISPAPALOOZA Eve, we sit down to talk about what we do in order to get ready for the show and what the show schedule looks like for us from setup to tear down. We discuss the best way for people to get out and meet their peers and the other vendors. Finally we give people that are new to the show some tips and tricks we’ve learned over the years to get the most out of the week.

#08 Unlicensed Podcast - Vegas, Baby!

In todays episode of the Unlicensed Podcast we discuss some considerations and approaches for those looking for an entry point into using our horn ecosystem. We talk about hybrid tower designs and how to use the flexibility of our ecosystem to split existing sectors into smaller cells. We cover picking the right horn for the job and using our Link Calculator to make the design process more accurate. We discuss looking towards the future of further builds and growth and how our horn ecosystem can help you migrate into new technologies. We harp on a bit about making sure you know where your CPE’s are actually located so you can make the conversion more efficient. We talk about new tower builds and how to not be intimidated by implementing a full horn array. And finally we talk through some of our experiences with channel planning these new horn builds and how they can be a lot more efficient than you think.

In todays episode of the Unlicensed Podcast we discuss some considerations and approaches for those looking for an entry point into using our horn ecosystem. We talk about hybrid tower designs and how to use the flexibility of our ecosystem to split existing sectors into smaller cells. We cover picking the right horn for the job and using our Link Calculator to make the design process more accurate. We discuss looking towards the future of further builds and growth and how our horn ecosystem can help you migrate into new technologies. We harp on a bit about making sure you know where your CPE’s are actually located so you can make the conversion more efficient. We talk about new tower builds and how to not be intimidated by implementing a full horn array. And finally we talk through some of our experiences with channel planning these new horn builds and how they can be a lot more efficient than you think.

#07 Unlicensed Podcast - Migration

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast we cover some of the causes and effects of the chip and commodity shortages, price increases, and shipping cost increases that we have all seen across the WISP industry as well as the rest of the world. While it is a bit of an unpleasant topic at times, we felt it was important to share our perspective from our position in the industry as well as relaying some further background information gained from personal experiences. And while things may look a bit bleak, we talk about some things that we can all do to better get through these events together.

On today’s episode of the Unlicensed Podcast we cover some of the causes and effects of the chip and commodity shortages, price increases, and shipping cost increases that we have all seen across the WISP industry as well as the rest of the world. While it is a bit of an unpleasant topic at times, we felt it was important to share our perspective from our position in the industry as well as relaying some further background information gained from personal experiences. And while things may look a bit bleak, we talk about some things that we can all do to better get through these events together.

#06 Unlicensed Podcast - Shortages

On today’s episode of the #UnlicensedPodcast we are excited to have our first guest! Please welcome Claude Aiken, President and CEO of #WISPA. With the #WISPAPALOOZA trade show just a few weeks away. Claude was kind enough to take the time to chat with us about the upcoming show and what it means for our industry. We discuss what #WISPA is, his history with #WISPA, and some background details about the shows that people may not know. We cover the structure of the shows with sessions, the exhibit hall, and affiliated vendor training events. We speak about the biggest benefit of the shows being the networking and building of relationships and community within the industry. Finally we talk about some of the effects of COVID-19 on the show and the precautions being taken.

On today’s episode of the #UnlicensedPodcast we are excited to have our first guest! Please welcome Claude Aiken, President and CEO of #WISPA. With the #WISPAPALOOZA trade show just a few weeks away. Claude was kind enough to take the time to chat with us about the upcoming show and what it means for our industry. We discuss what #WISPA is, his history with #WISPA, and some background details about the shows that people may not know. We cover the structure of the shows with sessions, the exhibit hall, and affiliated vendor training events. We speak about the biggest benefit of the shows being the networking and building of relationships and community within the industry. Finally we talk about some of the effects of COVID-19 on the show and the precautions being taken.

#05 Unlicensed Podcast - PodcastPalooza with Claude

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