https://tecknexus.com/podcasts/5g-guys-tech-talks/ 5G is here, and you probably have questions. Same goes for fiber, broadband, AI, etc. We’re here to help. The 5G Guys Podcast is a friendly resource for industry insiders and newcomers to explore anything and everything about wireless telecommunications and technology. Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith discuss, explain, and explore all things wireless technology on the show. You’ll find out what it means for your business or personal life when we talk about topics like 5G, 4G LTE networks, Internet of Things (IoT), Health & Safety, Business & Finance - as well as other wireless topics that are important in today's world. Listen now! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! And if you want more information on any of our episodes or topics discussed on the show - check out our website at www.5gguys.com where we have links to articles from various sources with additional information related to each topic we cover on the podcast! If there's something specific you want us to cover contact us at www.5gguys.com/contact-2 with your request! We're always happy to hear from listeners who have questions or comments they'd like addressed on future shows too! Sat, 22 Aug 2026 15:32:57 +0000 en 5G is here, and you probably have questions. Same goes for fiber, broadband, AI, etc. We’re here to help. The 5G Guys Podcast is a friendly resource for industry insiders and newcomers to explore anything and everything about wireless telecommunications and technology. Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith discuss, explain, and explore all things wireless technology on the show. You’ll find out what it means for your business or personal life when we talk about topics like 5G, 4G LTE networks, Internet of Things (IoT), Health & Safety, Business & Finance - as well as other wireless topics that are important in today's world. Listen now! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! And if you want more information on any of our episodes or topics discussed on the show - check out our website at www.5gguys.com where we have links to articles from various sources with additional information related to each topic we cover on the podcast! If there's something specific you want us to cover contact us at www.5gguys.com/contact-2 with your request! We're always happy to hear from listeners who have questions or comments they'd like addressed on future shows too! 5G Guys: Technology Experts episodic 5G is here, and you probably have questions. Same goes for fiber, broadband, AI, etc. We’re here to help. The 5G Guys Podcast is a friendly resource for industry insiders and newcomers to explore anything and everything about wireless telecommunications and technology. Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith discuss, explain, and explore all things wireless technology on the show. You’ll find out what it means for your business or personal life when we talk about topics like 5G, 4G LTE networks, Internet of Things (IoT), Health & Safety, Business & Finance - as well as other wireless topics that are important in today's world. Listen now! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! And if you want more information on any of our episodes or topics discussed on the show - check out our website at www.5gguys.com where we have links to articles from various sources with additional information related to each topic we cover on the podcast! If there's something specific you want us to cover contact us at www.5gguys.com/contact-2 with your request! We're always happy to hear from listeners who have questions or comments they'd like addressed on future shows too! Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith dan@5gguys.com false https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/5g-Guys-Podcast.webp https://tecknexus.com/podcasts/5g-guys-tech-talks/ dan@5gguys.com 5G is here, and you probably have questions. Same goes for fiber, broadband, AI, etc. We’re here to help. The 5G Guys Podcast is a friendly resource for industry insiders and newcomers to explore anything and everything about wireless telecommunications and technology. Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith discuss, explain, and explore all things wireless technology on the show. You’ll find out what it means for your business or personal life when we talk about topics like 5G, 4G LTE networks, Internet of Things (IoT), Health & Safety, Business & Finance - as well as other wireless topics that are important in today's world. Listen now! Subscribe so you don't miss an episode! And if you want more information on any of our episodes or topics discussed on the show - check out our website at www.5gguys.com where we have links to articles from various sources with additional information related to each topic we cover on the podcast! If there's something specific you want us to cover contact us at www.5gguys.com/contact-2 with your request! We're always happy to hear from listeners who have questions or comments they'd like addressed on future shows too! No yes 6efb7ce3-5d5c-5a02-8021-97e07c5d9674 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.4 https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/net-neutrality-insights-from-nathan-leamer-5g-guys-podcast/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 22:29:15 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/?post_type=podcast-tech&p=112859 In this episode of the 5G Guys podcast, Wayne Smith and Dan McVaugh discuss the intricate world of net neutrality with Nathan Leamer, former policy advisor at the FCC. Nathan explains the origins, historical context, and potential impacts of net neutrality on consumer connectivity. Learn about the technological advancements, global perspectives, and current debates surrounding this pivotal policy issue.]]> In this episode of the 5G Guys podcast, Wayne Smith and Dan McVaugh discuss the intricate world of net neutrality with Nathan Leamer, former policy advisor at the FCC. Nathan explains the origins, historical context, and potential impacts of net neutrality on consumer connectivity. Learn about the technological advancements, global perspectives, and current debates surrounding this pivotal policy issue.]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/FCC-Gears-Up-for-Net-Neutrality-Reinstatement.jpg Net Neutrality: Insights from Nathan Leamer | 5G Guys Podcast false no 0:00 No no https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/5g-and-satellite-connectivity-with-skylos-tarun-gupta-5g-guys-podcast/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 22:01:44 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/?post_type=podcast-tech&p=114717 In this episode of the 5G Guys podcast, hosts Wayne Smith and Dan McVaugh delve into the world of satellite connectivity with Tarun Gupta, co-founder of Skylo Technologies. Learn how Skylo is pioneering 5G and satellite integration to enhance IoT, SMS, and voice services globally. Discover the advantages of their standards-based approach and how it differentiates from other satellite services like Starlink and AST SpaceMobile.]]> In this episode of the 5G Guys podcast, hosts Wayne Smith and Dan McVaugh delve into the world of satellite connectivity with Tarun Gupta, co-founder of Skylo Technologies. Learn how Skylo is pioneering 5G and satellite integration to enhance IoT, SMS, and voice services globally. Discover the advantages of their standards-based approach and how it differentiates from other satellite services like Starlink and AST SpaceMobile.]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Top-10-Satellite-Connectivity-and-NTN-Companies-600x314-1.jpg 5G and Satellite Connectivity with Skylo’s Tarun Gupta | 5G Guys Podcast false no 0:00 No no https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/the-future-of-technology-in-federal-applications-insights-from-intels-cto/ Tue, 14 May 2024 23:59:04 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/?post_type=podcast-tech&p=110169 In this 5G Guys podcast episode, we talk with guest Steve Orrin, the Chief Technology Officer and Senior Professional Engineer for Intel Federal. Steve shares insights from his ten-year tenure at Intel, focusing on helping the government adopt advanced technologies. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the impact of AI, cybersecurity, pervasive connectivity, and the role of data in driving technological innovations. Steve provides examples of AI applications in government sectors, such as using drones for forest health monitoring and the benefits of pervasive connectivity in crisis situations. He also touches upon the cybersecurity challenges new technologies present and the importance of Zero Trust Architecture in managing these issues. Additionally, Orrin discusses regulatory policies and the future of technology adoption at the federal level, with implications for consumer technology. The episode offers a comprehensive look at the intersection of government, technology, and security, highlighting the ongoing innovations and challenges in the field.]]> In this 5G Guys podcast episode, we talk with guest Steve Orrin, the Chief Technology Officer and Senior Professional Engineer for Intel Federal. Steve shares insights from his ten-year tenure at Intel, focusing on helping the government adopt advanced technologies. The conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the impact of AI, cybersecurity, pervasive connectivity, and the role of data in driving technological innovations. Steve provides examples of AI applications in government sectors, such as using drones for forest health monitoring and the benefits of pervasive connectivity in crisis situations. He also touches upon the cybersecurity challenges new technologies present and the importance of Zero Trust Architecture in managing these issues. Additionally, Orrin discusses regulatory policies and the future of technology adoption at the federal level, with implications for consumer technology. The episode offers a comprehensive look at the intersection of government, technology, and security, highlighting the ongoing innovations and challenges in the field.]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/5G-Guys-Podcast-Featured-Image.jpg The Future of Technology in Federal Applications: Insights from Intel’s CTO false no 0:00 No no https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/q1-telco-earnings-with-jim-patterson-episode-61/ Mon, 06 May 2024 16:17:50 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/?post_type=podcast-tech&p=109004 In this episode of 'The 5G Guys', hosts Wayne Smith and Dan McVaugh invite telecom industry veteran Jim Patterson to discuss the latest earnings reports from major telecom and technology companies. Jim Patterson, with a 30-year career including 15 years at Sprint and experience as an entrepreneur, now offers analysis through Patterson Advisory Group. The episode explores key themes in the earnings reports, such as reactions to pricing, C band deployments, and company strategies for managing debt. Patterson shares insights on Verizon's performance, AT&T's focus on fiber broadband and debt reduction, and T-Mobile's successful Sprint acquisition. The conversation also addresses the struggles and strategies of prepaid services, the impact of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) winding down, net neutrality, and telecom companies' approaches to the evolving market. The episode concludes with discussions on Comcast and Charter Spectrum's recent performance, emphasizing Charter's successful mobile strategy.]]> In this episode of 'The 5G Guys', hosts Wayne Smith and Dan McVaugh invite telecom industry veteran Jim Patterson to discuss the latest earnings reports from major telecom and technology companies. Jim Patterson, with a 30-year career including 15 years at Sprint and experience as an entrepreneur, now offers analysis through Patterson Advisory Group. The episode explores key themes in the earnings reports, such as reactions to pricing, C band deployments, and company strategies for managing debt. Patterson shares insights on Verizon's performance, AT&T's focus on fiber broadband and debt reduction, and T-Mobile's successful Sprint acquisition. The conversation also addresses the struggles and strategies of prepaid services, the impact of the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) winding down, net neutrality, and telecom companies' approaches to the evolving market. The episode concludes with discussions on Comcast and Charter Spectrum's recent performance, emphasizing Charter's successful mobile strategy.]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Q1-Telco-Earnings-with-Jim-Patterson-Episode-61-5G-Guys.jpg Q1 Telco Earnings with Jim Patterson | Episode 61 false no 0:00 No no https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/60-storytelling-and-predictions-premier-wireless-economy/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 15:57:25 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/?post_type=podcast-tech&p=107817 The 5G Guys podcast hosts, Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith, introduce a new series titled 'Storytelling and Predictions,' aimed at sharing their extensive experience and insights into the telecommunications industry without overshadowing their guests. They dive into the impact of 5G on capital expenditure, noting a significant increase in spending to roll out 5G networks, which is now adjusting back to normal levels. The discussion transitions into the differences between CapEx and OpEx spending, emphasizing the shift towards maintenance and optimization of networks post-major rollouts. The hosts reflect on past downturns in the telecom industry, comparing them to the current market dynamics and predicting future trends, such as vendor consolidation and the strategic deployment of mid-band spectrum for 5G. The episode highlights the unique position of the telecom industry amidst economic fluctuations and the evolving landscape of network development.   ]]> The 5G Guys podcast hosts, Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith, introduce a new series titled 'Storytelling and Predictions,' aimed at sharing their extensive experience and insights into the telecommunications industry without overshadowing their guests. They dive into the impact of 5G on capital expenditure, noting a significant increase in spending to roll out 5G networks, which is now adjusting back to normal levels. The discussion transitions into the differences between CapEx and OpEx spending, emphasizing the shift towards maintenance and optimization of networks post-major rollouts. The hosts reflect on past downturns in the telecom industry, comparing them to the current market dynamics and predicting future trends, such as vendor consolidation and the strategic deployment of mid-band spectrum for 5G. The episode highlights the unique position of the telecom industry amidst economic fluctuations and the evolving landscape of network development.   ]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Navigating-the-Waves-of-Telecom-From-CapEx-Booms-to-Strategic-Spending-.jpg Navigating the Waves of Telecom: From CapEx Booms to Strategic Spending | 5G Guys false no 0:00 No no https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/59-saving-telco-from-itself-with-peter-bernard/ Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:55:48 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/?post_type=podcast-tech&p=102237 This episode of the 5G Guys podcast tackles the existential challenges facing the telecommunications industry, emphasizing how sometimes, telcos are their own biggest adversaries due to their inherently conservative nature. Hosts Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith welcome repeat guest Pete Bernard to discuss his new venture, Edgecelsior, and explore how the telco industry can evolve amidst the rapid technological changes spurred by new technologies like AI, 5G, and edge computing. Bernard shares insights from his career, the strategic pivot towards Edge and IoT technologies at Microsoft, and his decision to start Edgecelsior, focusing on industry analytics, content publishing, and strategic work for other companies. ]]> This episode of the 5G Guys podcast tackles the existential challenges facing the telecommunications industry, emphasizing how sometimes, telcos are their own biggest adversaries due to their inherently conservative nature. Hosts Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith welcome repeat guest Pete Bernard to discuss his new venture, Edgecelsior, and explore how the telco industry can evolve amidst the rapid technological changes spurred by new technologies like AI, 5G, and edge computing. Bernard shares insights from his career, the strategic pivot towards Edge and IoT technologies at Microsoft, and his decision to start Edgecelsior, focusing on industry analytics, content publishing, and strategic work for other companies. ]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/5G-Guys-Podcast-Featured-Image.jpg 59. Saving Telco from Itself with Peter Bernard false no 0:00 No no https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/58-building-cell-sites-can-be-a-win-win-with-hugh-odom-of-vertical-consultants/ Wed, 28 Feb 2024 14:51:54 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/?post_type=podcast-tech&p=99758 In this episode of 'The 5G Guys' podcast, hosts Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith discuss the rapidly changing landscape of telecommunications infrastructure and 5G technology with guest Hugh Odom, the founder of Vertical Consultants. The discussion plunges into the transformation of carrier models for property owners, the influence of municipalities and private networks, and the necessity of regulation. Important subjects touched upon include the carriers versus tower companies' different business models, the introduction of small cells in the public right of way, and the realization of telecommunication services as the fourth utility. In the backdrop, Hugh Odom offers educated insights on the future of how business gets done between cellular carriers and tower companies and the building and landowners they do business with to procure leases for building their infrastructure.  Hugh shares his perspective on the need to shift the cell site leasing model to be more considerate of the needs and rights of the property owners who are leasing to the cellular carriers.  ]]> In this episode of 'The 5G Guys' podcast, hosts Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith discuss the rapidly changing landscape of telecommunications infrastructure and 5G technology with guest Hugh Odom, the founder of Vertical Consultants. The discussion plunges into the transformation of carrier models for property owners, the influence of municipalities and private networks, and the necessity of regulation. Important subjects touched upon include the carriers versus tower companies' different business models, the introduction of small cells in the public right of way, and the realization of telecommunication services as the fourth utility. In the backdrop, Hugh Odom offers educated insights on the future of how business gets done between cellular carriers and tower companies and the building and landowners they do business with to procure leases for building their infrastructure.  Hugh shares his perspective on the need to shift the cell site leasing model to be more considerate of the needs and rights of the property owners who are leasing to the cellular carriers.  ]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/5G-Guys-Podcast-Featured-Image.jpg 58. Building Cell Sites Can Be a Win-Win with Hugh Odom of Vertical Consultants false no 0:00 No no https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/56-exploring-private-wireless-networks-with-jeff-hipchen/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 00:58:00 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/56-exploring-private-wireless-networks-with-jeff-hipchen/ In this episode of the 5G Guys podcast, hosts Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith explore private wireless networks with guest Jeff Hipchen, a Principal of RF Connect. They discuss how private wireless networks are utilized differently, giving examples in...]]> In this episode of the 5G Guys podcast, hosts Dan McVaugh and Wayne Smith explore private wireless networks with guest Jeff Hipchen, a Principal of RF Connect. They discuss how private wireless networks are utilized differently, giving examples in...]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/5G-Guys-Podcast-Featured-Image.jpg 56. Exploring Private Wireless Networks with Jeff Hipchen false no 0:00 No no https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/55-exploring-ces-highlights-ai-and-5g-with-jim-patterson/ Wed, 17 Jan 2024 21:30:00 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/55-exploring-ces-highlights-ai-and-5g-with-jim-patterson/ In this episode of 5G Guys, hosts Wayne Smith and Dan McVaugh are joined by guest Jim Patterson, a veteran in the telecom industry with 30 years of experience. Patterson shares insights from the Las Vegas annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Major...]]> In this episode of 5G Guys, hosts Wayne Smith and Dan McVaugh are joined by guest Jim Patterson, a veteran in the telecom industry with 30 years of experience. Patterson shares insights from the Las Vegas annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES). Major...]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/5G-Guys-Podcast-Featured-Image.jpg 55. Exploring CES Highlights, AI, and 5G with Jim Patterson false no 0:00 No no https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/54-what-do-tomatoes-forklifts-and-cows-have-in-common/ Wed, 03 Jan 2024 21:30:00 +0000 https://tecknexus.com/podcast-tech/54-what-do-tomatoes-forklifts-and-cows-have-in-common/ 5G and Advanced Positioning Technologies: Revolutionizing Location-based Services   The podcast episode features Samuel Van de Velde, founder and CTO of Pozyx, discussing the impact of 5G and other advanced technologies on location-based...]]> 5G and Advanced Positioning Technologies: Revolutionizing Location-based Services   The podcast episode features Samuel Van de Velde, founder and CTO of Pozyx, discussing the impact of 5G and other advanced technologies on location-based...]]> https://tecknexus.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/5G-Guys-Podcast-Featured-Image.jpg 54. What Do Tomatoes, Forklifts, and Cows Have In Common? false no 0:00 No no