http://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandemRural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746.enCopyright Luisa Handem Piette (C/O Blogtalkradio)Sun, 16 Jun 2019 03:15:00 GMTFri, 01 Jul 2011 20:00:00 GMTInternetBlogTalkRadio Feed v2.0https://dasg7xwmldix6.cloudfront.net/hostpics/77df5c96-190f-4ef5-b339-118a97fa171cluisa.jpghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandemRural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746.feeds@blogtalkradio.comBlogTalkRadio.cominternet,high-speed internet,bridging the digital divide,technology,farmers and agriculture,rural news,broadband,rural communities,broadband in us,organic farmingLuisa HandemnoRural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We briepisodichttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/07/01/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/07/01/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/07/01/rural-america-radioFri, 01 Jul 2011 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746.00:31:00Luisa HandemnoHigh-Speed Internet,Broadband,Digital Divide,Wireless,Organic FarmingRural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We brinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/06/10/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/06/10/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/06/10/rural-america-radioFri, 10 Jun 2011 20:00:00 GMTAccess Humboldt's Sean McLaughlin on Rural America Radio Sean McLaughlin is the Executive Director of Access Humboldt,  a non-profit, community based, public service media organization serving the residents of Humboldt County in California. The non-profit provides air time free of charge on the local cable TV channels and online, and offers media production training, facilities and equipment. It also promotes free speech and community media training. We will be talking about challenges to media freedom in the US, digital literacy and FCC's proposed USF reforms. Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746. 00:32:00Luisa HandemnoHigh-Speed Internet,Broadband,Digital Literacy,Access Humboldt,Sean McLaughlinSean McLaughlin is the Executive Director of Access Humboldt,  a non-profit, community based, public service media organization serving the residents of Humbolhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/06/03/rural-america-radioEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/06/03/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/06/03/rural-america-radioFri, 03 Jun 2011 20:00:00 GMTStraight Talk with Vern Turner on Education and America Vern Turner is an outspoken Marble Falls, TX, columnist, a retired teacher who serves as one of the few voices of reason and common sense in a very conservative part of the country.  Texas continues to lag behind as far as education is concerned; children need to receive quality education but cuts on the federal budget are set to hurt schools throughout the state.  Vern Turner also talks about history and how the political quarrels of our times, conservatism equated with backwardness, inevitably lead to a lack of progress in our society. Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746. 00:32:00Luisa HandemnoEducation,Texas,Vern Turner,Marble Falls,ruralVern Turner is an outspoken Marble Falls, TX, columnist, a retired teacher who serves as one of the few voices of reason and common sense in a very conservativhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/27/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/27/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/27/rural-america-radioFri, 27 May 2011 20:00:00 GMTRural Broadband Matters, Edyael Casaperalta Explains WhyThe Rural Broadband Policy Group (RBPG) is a growing national coalition of rural broadband advocates working to enhance rural communities' opportunities to participate fully in the nation’s democracy, economy, culture, and society. Our guest is Edyael Casaperalta, of the Center for Rural Strategies. She explains the importance of ensuring that all members of our society have access to broadband, and why denying rural areas the fundamental human right to communicate and receive information in our digital age is not a smart move. She will also talk about the upcoming National Rural Assembly meeting to be held next month in St. Paul, MN.  Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746. 00:32:00Luisa HandemnoHigh-Speed Internet,Broadband,Digital Divide,Rural Broadband Policy Group,The National Rural AssemblyThe Rural Broadband Policy Group (RBPG) is a growing national coalition of rural broadband advocates working to enhance rural communities' opportunities to parthttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/20/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/20/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/20/rural-america-radioFri, 20 May 2011 20:00:00 GMTThe Winning Vermont's Broadband Access Strategy Today we go to Vermont, a small state but one that carries thought leadership, particularly as far as broadband access is concerned. Our guest is Helen Labun Jordan, the eVermont Project Director. So, stay with us to hear all about how communities across Vermont are embracing the 21st century one town at the time.  Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746. 00:31:00Luisa HandemnoHigh-Speed Internet,Broadband,Digital Divide,Helen Labun Jordan,eVermontToday we go to Vermont, a small state but one that carries thought leadership, particularly as far as broadband access is concerned. Our guest is Helen Labun Jhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/13/rural-america-radioRadiohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/13/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/13/rural-america-radioFri, 13 May 2011 20:00:00 GMTPublic Broadcasting Funding... with Austin's Jim Ellinger Join Austin Airwaves' Jim Ellinger to find out if Public broadcasing is really in danger of cuts in federal funding. Afterall, despite the Dept. of Commerce's cuts in response to GOP's pressure  in Congress, the $20m cut to the PTFP (Public Telecommunications Facilities Program) may not be missed. Join Rural America Radio to learn about new and better sources of funding. Did you know that: the Administration proposes to support public broadcasters through CPB (Corporation for Public Broadcasting). The Budget includes $6 million for CPB in 2012 in addition to its $445 million enacted advance appropriation, for total proposed 2012 resources of $451 million.   The Budget also proposes an advance appropriation for CPB in 2014 of $451million to support public broadcasters.  CPB funds can support the same types of capital projects as PTFP funding has in the past, as well as stations' operating and programming costs. PTFP appropriated only $20 million in 2010, and provided a far less significant level of support to public broadcasters than CPB. Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746. 00:32:00Luisa HandemnoPublic Broadcasting,Broadband,Digital Divide,Federal Funds,CPBJoin Austin Airwaves' Jim Ellinger to find out if Public broadcasing is really in danger of cuts in federal funding. Afterall, despite the Dept. of Commerce'shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/06/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/06/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/05/06/rural-america-radioFri, 06 May 2011 20:00:00 GMTRural America Radio: Satellite Internet in Rural Communities This week, the Rural Mobile and Broadband Alliance (RuMBA) USA released a whitepaper on satellite Internet service that finds that, when measured against the prevailing definition of broadband, satellite technology falls far short of conventional wired and wireless alternatives, mainly due to latency, bandwidth, price, performance and service shortcomings. Hear more details about the White Paper authored by Stephen Cobb. Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746. 00:32:00Luisa HandemnoHigh-Speed Internet,Broadband,Rural,Wireless,SatelliteThis week, the Rural Mobile and Broadband Alliance (RuMBA) USA released a whitepaper on satellite Internet service that finds that, when measured against the phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/29/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/29/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/29/rural-america-radioFri, 29 Apr 2011 20:00:00 GMTAndrew Seybold, Wireless Analyst, Discusses Spectrum Issues Recently, the well respected analyst, Andrew Seybold, wrote an insightful piece on his blog www.andrewseybold.com about spectrum allocation for broadband and why the government should not take the approach 'one size fits all' in seeking more spectrum from TV broadcast organizations.  Indeed, the FCC and Congress are reviewing the overall spectrum usage in the US to repurpose unused spectrum for broadband. Find out why this may not exactly be a good idea, and how vital services will still need narrowband well into the future by tuning in to Rural America Radio www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem this Friday live at 3pm CDT or, anytime, via podcast. The show, hosted by Luisa Handem, is a weekly half-hour program that gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming, addressing issues that impact rural communities in America, particularly, technology and high-speed Internet. We also occasionally address organic farming and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show on Fridays only at 3pm CDT to ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746. 00:32:00Luisa HandemnoSeybold,Broadband,Spectrum,Wireless,FCCRecently, the well respected analyst, Andrew Seybold, wrote an insightful piece on his blog www.andrewseybold.com about spectrum allocation for broadband and whttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/22/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/22/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/22/rural-america-radioFri, 22 Apr 2011 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746.00:32:00Luisa HandemnoHigh-Speed Internet,Broadband,Digital Divide,Wireless,Organic FarmingRural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We brinhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/15/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/15/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/15/rural-america-radioFri, 15 Apr 2011 20:00:00 GMTFederal Broadband Funding, an Interview with Peter Pratt The federal government is under pressure from GOP to cut funds to broadband, particularly affected will be the USDA – the Department of Agriculture’s Rural Utilities Service. The Obama administration is trying to rescue those funds,  but what will happen if GOP has its way? Peter Pratt, Editor of Stimulating Broadband has the scoop on this edition of Rural America Radio show.  We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746. 00:31:00Luisa HandemnoHigh-Speed Internet,USDA,Broadband Expo,Peter Pratt,Stimulating BroadbandThe federal government is under pressure from GOP to cut funds to broadband, particularly affected will be the USDA – the Department of Agriculture’s Rural Utihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/08/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/08/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/08/rural-america-radioFri, 08 Apr 2011 20:00:00 GMTOrganic Farmers Lawsuit against Monsanto Want to hear more about Organic Farmers lawsuit against Monsanto?  What is at stake and why it matters to you. Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746. 00:31:00Luisa HandemnoHigh-Speed Internet,Broadband,Digital Divide,Wireless,Organic FarmingWant to hear more about Organic Farmers lawsuit against Monsanto?  What is at stake and why it matters to you. Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/01/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/01/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/04/01/rural-america-radioFri, 01 Apr 2011 20:00:00 GMTGoogle Announces it will launch its 100mgps Fiber Networks in Kansas CityMarch 30th, 2011, will go down in history as an important day for Kansas City. That is the day in which Google announced it would be launching its fast Internet Service -- 100mgps-- over Fiber Networks in Kansas City. What does this mean to Kansas and the rest of America? We will talk about some blogs and the reaction of a Texan town, Austin, to the news that it was not selected for the experimental, yet powerful, broadband solution that will change the way we view Internet in America. Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746.00:31:00Luisa HandemnoHigh-Speed Internet,Broadband,Kansas City,Google,AustinMarch 30th, 2011, will go down in history as an important day for Kansas City. That is the day in which Google announced it would be launching its fast Internethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/03/25/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/03/25/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/03/25/rural-america-radioFri, 25 Mar 2011 20:00:00 GMTBroadband Access Leads to More Critical But Better Informed CitizensOn this show we comment on a Study by Pew Internet and American Life Project that finds that citizens who have broadband access at home are often more engajed in their communities but tend to be more critical of their surroundings. Civic Discourse receives a boost, and that has been one of the points this radio show has been making since its launch in October '09. Rural America Radio gives voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746.00:32:00Luisa HandemnoCivic Life,Broadband,USDA Loans,American Life Project,Pew InternertOn this show we comment on a Study by Pew Internet and American Life Project that finds that citizens who have broadband access at home are often more engajed ihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/03/18/rural-america-radioInternethttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/03/18/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/03/18/rural-america-radioFri, 18 Mar 2011 20:00:00 GMTFiber Networks and the Power of Local, Interview with Christopher MitchellFiber Networks are admittedly the most powerful tools for delivery of high-speed Internet anywhere. How can communities take ownership of their broadband choices and funding so as to ensure the best outcome? From Minnesota to North Carolina, there is clearly a battle going on between private corporations and rural counties, Municipalities and other underserved areas on decision-making. In this edition of Rural America Radio, showhost Luisa Handem interviews Christopher Mitchell, a strong proponent of publicly owned broadband networks. He is the Director of the Telecommunications as Commons Initiative with the New Rules Project of the Institute for Local Self-Reliance. He has been published in a number of online magazines as well as print publications. Mitchell is the author of last year's report on publicly owned broadband networks titled “Breaking the Broadband Monopoly: How Communities Are Building the Networks They Need.” You may join the show by dialing 646-378-1746 to ask a question from 3:00-3:30pm CST, Friday, March 18th, 2011. 00:32:00Luisa HandemnoNew Rules Project,Publicly owned Broadband,Institute for Local Self-Reliance,North Carolina,MinnesotaFiber Networks are admittedly the most powerful tools for delivery of high-speed Internet anywhere. How can communities take ownership of their broadband choicehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/03/04/communities-should-be-in-charge-of-their-broadband-needs-craig-settles-tells-us-whyTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/03/04/communities-should-be-in-charge-of-their-broadband-needs-craig-settles-tells-us-why/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/03/04/communities-should-be-in-charge-of-their-broadband-needs-craig-settles-tells-us-whyFri, 04 Mar 2011 17:00:00 GMTCommunities Should be in Charge of Their Broadband Needs, Craig Settles Tells Us Why!Around the country, there has been quite a bit of talk about how best to bring Broadband to unserved and underserved communities throughout the US. The priorities are clear, let's expedite the deployment of broadband to all that need it, but who should be in charge? Craig Settles of Successful.com has a clear answer and brings his expertise to you today in this edition of Rural America Radio. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem, giving voice to rural residents and those who wish to promote the well-being and economic growth of rural communities across the U.S. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs, by deliberately focusing on the use of technology, especially high-speed Internet, and healthy living. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com). Listeners may join the show and ask questions by dialing 646-378-1746.00:32:00Luisa HandemnoMunicipalities,Broadband,Craig Settles,High-Speed Internet,SuccessfuldotcomAround the country, there has been quite a bit of talk about how best to bring Broadband to unserved and underserved communities throughout the US. The prioritihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/02/26/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/02/26/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/02/26/rural-america-radioSat, 26 Feb 2011 21:00:00 GMTRecent Broadband News that Will Change America for the BetterNew developments in the Broadband landscape, such as the February 17th release of the National Broadband Map, by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), are set to change America for the better. We focus on this show on the findings of Commerce Department's latest report on the status of Broadband in America relying on Meggan Haller's New York Times article on Rural Alabama titled: Digital Age Slow to Arrive in Rural America. Our show is broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:32:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,New York Times,Commerce Department,Digital AgeNew developments in the Broadband landscape, such as the February 17th release of the National Broadband Map, by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), arhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/02/12/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/02/12/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/02/12/rural-america-radioSat, 12 Feb 2011 21:00:00 GMTAmerica Has a National Wireless Initiative Says the White HouseIt has been a while since Rural America Radio began advocating for measures to help bridge the digital divide in America. Now, unwittingly, it appears, the White House is joining our effort. A senior Obama Administration Official announced a plan to bring wireless technology to all Americans. On this show, we will discuss Austan Goolsbee's description of the National Wireless Initiative. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:31:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,White House,Wireless Initiative,Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers,National Wireless PolicyIt has been a while since Rural America Radio began advocating for measures to help bridge the digital divide in America. Now, unwittingly, it appears, the Whithttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/01/29/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/01/29/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/01/29/rural-america-radioSat, 29 Jan 2011 21:00:00 GMTInterview with LogiSense's President Flavio GomesIf you have always wondered what details Providers need to take into account when launching their services, then listen to Flavio Gomes, President and Founder of LogiSense, a company that develops and markets EngageIP - a Billing and OSS software platform used by IP Service Providers around the world. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:31:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,Billing,high-speed Internet,LogiSenseIf you have always wondered what details Providers need to take into account when launching their services, then listen to Flavio Gomes, President and Founder ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/01/22/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/01/22/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/01/22/rural-america-radioSat, 22 Jan 2011 21:00:00 GMTCo-host Matthew Piette joins Luisa Handem for an update on Broadband NewsA lively commentary on the latest broadband news by Co-Host Matthew Piette who joins Luisa Handem for one more Rural America show. Austin Free-Net is mentioned as an exemplary organization providing digital literacy and access to computers and the Internet to the underserved in Texas's capital. The show is broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,Austin Free-Net,High-Speed Internet,FCCA lively commentary on the latest broadband news by Co-Host Matthew Piette who joins Luisa Handem for one more Rural America show. Austin Free-Net is mentionedhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/01/08/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/01/08/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2011/01/08/rural-america-radioSat, 08 Jan 2011 21:00:00 GMTRural America Radio Updates, the CES in Las Vegas, FCC Updates, Verizon... In this show we give you some updates on the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2011, the FCC, developments in the wireless industry: Verizon... Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:32:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Verizon,FCC,high-speed Internet,iPhoneIn this show we give you some updates on the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2011, the FCC, developments in the wireless industry: Verizon... Rural America Radihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/12/18/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/12/18/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/12/18/rural-america-radioSat, 18 Dec 2010 21:00:00 GMTNet Neutrality UpdatesWho are the supporters and opponents of Net Neutrality, and what is the Federal Communications Commission's Chairman proposing? Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time, and available on podcast immediately after the live show. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:31:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,FCC,high-speed Internet,Net NeutralityWho are the supporters and opponents of Net Neutrality, and what is the Federal Communications Commission's Chairman proposing? Rural America Radio is a weeklyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/12/11/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/12/11/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/12/11/rural-america-radioSat, 11 Dec 2010 21:00:00 GMTIncrease in data everywhere requires greater bandwidth, an analyst's view.An analyst's view of the rampant increase in data bandwidth usage everywhere. Andrew Seybolt's blog suggests service providers should help offset the costs, just like they are being asked to do in Europe. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:32:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,Service Providers,high-speed Internet,European data measuresAn analyst's view of the rampant increase in data bandwidth usage everywhere. Andrew Seybolt's blog suggests service providers should help offset the costs, jushttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/12/04/rural-america-radioFoodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/12/04/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/12/04/rural-america-radioSat, 04 Dec 2010 21:00:00 GMTInterview with Organic Gardener, Dr. Norm ParkDr. Norm Park is a veteran and a dedicated organic farmer. He will discuss the benefits of organic farming and how you can grow vegetables in your own backyard. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call (646)378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:31:00Luisa HandemnoGardener,Rural Communities,Vegetables,Dr Norm Park,Organic FarmingDr. Norm Park is a veteran and a dedicated organic farmer. He will discuss the benefits of organic farming and how you can grow vegetables in your own backyard.http://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/27/rural-america-radioFoodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/27/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/27/rural-america-radioSat, 27 Nov 2010 21:00:00 GMTOrganic Farming and how Rural America can lead us to Economic RecoveryHow rural America may lead the economic recovery and "The pros and cons" of Organic Farming, and how the cons are so few... those are the topics of this show hosted by Luisa Handem with co-host Matthew Piette. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,Economic recovery,high-speed Internet,Organic FarmingHow rural America may lead the economic recovery and "The pros and cons" of Organic Farming, and how the cons are so few... those are the topics of this show hohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/20/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/20/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/20/rural-america-radioSat, 20 Nov 2010 21:00:00 GMTBrian Worthen of Mammoth Networks Is our GuestBrian Worthen, Mammoth Networks' CEO, is joining us to discuss how his firm succeeds in making rural telcos, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) as well as WISPs be more productive by using his firm's cost-effective solutions. A Wholesale, facilities-based aggregator of fiber and data circuits, with a substantial footprint in rural areas, Mammoth Networks has more than 21,000 DSLs on its network, providing support to more than 160 service providers throughout the United States. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:32:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,Aggregator,high-speed Internet,WholesaleBrian Worthen, Mammoth Networks' CEO, is joining us to discuss how his firm succeeds in making rural telcos, Internet Service Providers (ISPs) as well as WISPshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/13/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/13/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/13/rural-america-radioSat, 13 Nov 2010 21:00:00 GMTThe Latest in Broadband NewsA news round up on the latest broadband developments. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:31:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,Satelitte Internet,high-speed Internet,Organic FarmingA news round up on the latest broadband developments. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, ahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/06/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/06/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/11/06/rural-america-radioSat, 06 Nov 2010 20:00:00 GMTBroadband News, the FCC and the Dallas Broadband Expo '10Luisa Handem, and co-host Matthew Piette, bring you the latest on broadband news, from the FCC to the private sector. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:31:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,Broadband Expo,high-speed Internet,WiMAXLuisa Handem, and co-host Matthew Piette, bring you the latest on broadband news, from the FCC to the private sector. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/30/rural-america-radioHealthhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/30/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/30/rural-america-radioSat, 30 Oct 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America Radio Interview Dr. Prakash on IT HealthInterview with Dr. John Prakash, a senior executive with AMAR International, based in Reston, VA. Our show, co-hosted by Matthew Piette, will focus on the tremendous advantages that IT health offers to patients and health care providers alike. What will America look like once a revolutionary transformation of our health care delivery options takes place. Tune in for one more informative and exciting talk show, hosted by Luisa Handem, on bridging the digital divide between urban, suburban and rural communities in the US. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast from Norman, OK, on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, IT Health, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoTelemedicine,Rural Communities,IT Health,High-speed Internet,John PrakashInterview with Dr. John Prakash, a senior executive with AMAR International, based in Reston, VA. Our show, co-hosted by Matthew Piette, will focus on the tremehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/23/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/23/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/23/rural-america-radioSat, 23 Oct 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America Radio Explores Value of Satellite Internet Interview with Hawaii's Satellite provider Robert Lehson of Communication International Teleport,Inc. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments involving high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband,Rural Communities,Satelitte Internet,Hawaii,Robert LehsonInterview with Hawaii's Satellite provider Robert Lehson of Communication International Teleport,Inc. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/16/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobbTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/16/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobb/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/16/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobbSat, 16 Oct 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America Radio Hosts JW Breeden of Live Air, a Brilliant Texas Internet Service ProviderInterview with James W. Breeden, CEO and COO of Live Air, an Internet Service Provider (ISP) from Smithville, TX. Breeden has been on the news recently due to his young age and fresh approach to solving the problem of unserved and underserved communities in rural areas. Rural America Radio is a weekly talk show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments regarding high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming, renewable energy, and other topics affecting rural communities in the US and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Live Air,James W Breeden,Entrepreneurs in Rural Communities,Rural broadband solutionsInterview with James W. Breeden, CEO and COO of Live Air, an Internet Service Provider (ISP) from Smithville, TX. Breeden has been on the news recently due tohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/09/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobbFoodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/09/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobb/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/09/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobbSat, 09 Oct 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America Radio: Is Organic Farming Superior to Traditional Farming??Organic Farming has received a boost with the findings of a recent study conducted by Washington State University, focusing on strawberries. Host Luisa Handem speaks about the study and its implications. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments regarding high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming, renewable energy, and other topics affecting rural communities in the US and, occasionally, also overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,Washington State University,Study of Strawberry production,Organic FarmingOrganic Farming has received a boost with the findings of a recent study conducted by Washington State University, focusing on strawberries. Host Luisa Handem shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/02/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobbTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/02/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobb/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/10/02/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobbSat, 02 Oct 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments regarding high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the US and, occasionally, overseas. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband,Rural Communities,Economy of rural US,Renewable Energy,Organic FarmingRural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its imphttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/09/18/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobbTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/09/18/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobb/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/09/18/rural-america-radio-interview-with-stephen-cobbSat, 18 Sep 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America Radio, Interview with Stephen CobbIn this edition of Rural America Radio, we interview Stephen Cobb, a rural resident in New York state, about the plight of rural Americans, those left behind after the last of the stimulus package was announced last week. Rural America Radio is a weekly show broadcast on Saturdays at 3pm central US time. Our focus this year, as in the previous year, has been Broadband and its impact on the local economies of rural communities. We interview guests on a regular basis and keep you up-to-date on the latest developments regarding high-speed Internet, agriculture, organic farming and other topics affecting rural communities in the United States. You can call +1-646-378-1746 to participate in the show during the live broadcast.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in US,Rural Communities,Satelitte Internet,high-speed Internet,Stephen CobbsIn this edition of Rural America Radio, we interview Stephen Cobb, a rural resident in New York state, about the plight of rural Americans, those left behind afhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/07/24/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/07/24/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/07/24/rural-america-radioSat, 24 Jul 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/07/17/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/07/17/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/07/17/rural-america-radioSat, 17 Jul 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioLuisa Handem, the showhost, comments on Internet connectivity and her recent trip to West Africa, with stops in Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde and Senegal. Forbes's list of America's most wired cities is also mentioned as well as the recent release of the second and last round of funding for broadband in the US. Rural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Talk Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:31:00Luisa HandemnoBroadband in Africa,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Guinea-BissauLuisa Handem, the showhost, comments on Internet connectivity and her recent trip to West Africa, with stops in Guinea-Bissau, Cape Verde and Senegal. Forbes'shttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/06/05/rural-america-radioEducationhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/06/05/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/06/05/rural-america-radioSat, 05 Jun 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRicky Williams is our guest today. Mr. Williams is an educator in the San Antonio, Texas area, helping students in high school improve their SAT scores. Today, our show discusses the power of computers and high-speed Internet in providing opportunities for students, particularly in low-income and underserved areas, to pursue their education. We will mention the FCC Chairman, Julius Genachowski, and his recent visit to India, where he summarised what the US government is doing to beat the odds and make broadband accessible to all students in the US. Rural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Talk Radio 646-378-1746. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoLow-income Students,Access to Computers,Bridging the Digital Divide,High-speed Internet,Julius Genachowski FCC ChairmanRicky Williams is our guest today. Mr. Williams is an educator in the San Antonio, Texas area, helping students in high school improve their SAT scores. Today,http://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/29/rural-america-radioFoodhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/29/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/29/rural-america-radioSat, 29 May 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioToday's show highlights the importance of local food production by playing some clips of shoppers at a local farmers market in Washington. D.C. -- compliments of the USDA’s video series on their efforts to promote local farmers. We will also pay homage to our fallen men and women in celebration of the Memorial Day Weekend. Rural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Talk Radio 646-378-1746. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoFarmers Markets news,Memorial Day,USDA,Local Food Production,AgricultureToday's show highlights the importance of local food production by playing some clips of shoppers at a local farmers market in Washington. D.C. -- compliments ohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/22/prosperous-communities-what-does-it-take-to-build-Lifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/22/prosperous-communities-what-does-it-take-to-build-/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/22/prosperous-communities-what-does-it-take-to-build-Sat, 22 May 2010 21:00:00 GMTProsperous Communities, What Does It Take To Build Them?In the 21st Century, a high quality of life in your hometown does not just happen, but requires visionary, strategic leadership – community leaders who work together to make things happen. Rural America Radio show host, Luisa Handem, interviews Dr. Mark Peterson, Director of Breakthrough Solutions Program, University of Arkansas, about factors that contribute to vibrant communities and places that attract families, visitors, retirees, and businesses alike. On May 19-20, 2010, the Breakthrough Solutions Program of the University of Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service, in cooperation with Harrison C.O.R.E., organized a road trip titled “Creating Great Places” to four Arkansas communities: Conway, Little Rock, North Little Rock, and Russellville. You will learn what the tour revealed and how the breakthrough solutions’ approach and paradigm is helpful in today’s society.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoCommunities,Breakthrough Solutions,University of Arkansas,Dr Mark Peterson,Properous CommunitiesIn the 21st Century, a high quality of life in your hometown does not just happen, but requires visionary, strategic leadership – community leaders who work toghttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/15/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/15/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/15/rural-america-radioSat, 15 May 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioBroadband access in the US is even worse than you think, this was the finding of a recent study by the New America Foundation - led by Sascha Meinrath and James Losey. The researchers took a close look at both speeds and prices in more than a dozen leading broadband countries. As it turns out, the study found, U.S. residents paid more for bandwidth than nearly every other country surveyed. This is the topic we address in this edition of Rural America Radio, a show that focuses on technology and current affairs as they impact rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureBroadband access in the US is even worse than you think, this was the finding of a recent study by the New America Foundation - led by Sascha Meinrath and Jameshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/08/president-obamas-tour-of-rural-americaLifestylehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/08/president-obamas-tour-of-rural-america/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/08/president-obamas-tour-of-rural-americaSat, 08 May 2010 21:30:00 GMTPresident Obama's Tour of Rural AmericaRural America is receiving a boost this year due to the Rural America tour that President Obama and Vice President Joseh Biden kicked off late last year. In this issue of Rural America Radio we refer to President Obama's visit to an Organic farm in Iowa, the week before last. We also refer to the upcoming National Rural Summit, June 3rd in Missouri, announced by Secretary of Agriculture, Tom Vilsack, this week. Rural America Radio addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA.00:30:00Luisa HandemnoPresident Obama,Vice President Joe Biden,Rural living,National Rural Summit,Organic FarmingRural America is receiving a boost this year due to the Rural America tour that President Obama and Vice President Joseh Biden kicked off late last year. In thihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/01/rural-america-radioWomenhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/01/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/05/01/rural-america-radioSat, 01 May 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioIn today's show, Rural America Radio focuses on domestic violence, a crime that occurs in all geographical areas and which affects all social strata. The crime disproportionately affects women, particularly, those between the ages of 16-24. Rural America radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoDomestic Violence,Women,Austin Conference on Women,Sarah Buel,InternetIn today's show, Rural America Radio focuses on domestic violence, a crime that occurs in all geographical areas and which affects all social strata. The crimehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/24/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/24/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/24/rural-america-radioSat, 24 Apr 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio celebrates Earth Day with a focus on the Texas Hill Country, where the show is broadcast on a weekly basis. Rural America radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Talk Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show - accompanied by beautiful music - and designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio celebrates Earth Day with a focus on the Texas Hill Country, where the show is broadcast on a weekly basis. Rural America radio Addresses tehttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/17/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/17/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/17/rural-america-radioSat, 17 Apr 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/10/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/10/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/10/rural-america-radioSat, 10 Apr 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. This episode addresses local food production: benefits and challenges. Rural Vermont will be mentioned as a model for other rural communities to follow across the US. Our show features different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Talk Radio. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We wihttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/03/rural-america-radioEntrepreneurhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/03/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/04/03/rural-america-radioSat, 03 Apr 2010 20:00:00 GMTInterview with Robert Morrow, a Veteran Recipient of the Small Business Award in CaliforniaInterview with veteran Robert Morrow, recipient of the Small Business Award in California. Rural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoSmall Business,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,VeteransInterview with veteran Robert Morrow, recipient of the Small Business Award in California. Rural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues phttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/27/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/27/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/27/rural-america-radioSat, 27 Mar 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioToday's guest is Libbey Scheible, CEO of INOSS, Inc. and also the founder of a new chapter of Net Literacy in Texas. Rural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is "Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line (646) 378-1746 at Blog Talk Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureToday's guest is Libbey Scheible, CEO of INOSS, Inc. and also the founder of a new chapter of Net Literacy in Texas. Rural America Radio Addresses technology anhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/20/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/20/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/20/rural-america-radioSat, 20 Mar 2010 20:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/13/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/13/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/13/rural-america-radioSat, 13 Mar 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". Today's guest is Timothy Will, winner of the Purpose award for his work as the Executive Director of the non-profit Foothills Connect Business and Technology Center. Tim's non-profit model is to encourage farming, local food production, whilst embracing the power of broadband. So, his work entails training, not only the Appalachian people how to embrace their traditional organic farming, but to bring Agriculture classes back to high-schools, by encouraging people to view farming as a dignified and rewarding profession. Rural America Radio brings you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Talk Radio: 646-378-1646. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/06/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/06/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/03/06/rural-america-radioSat, 06 Mar 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/27/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/27/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/27/rural-america-radioSat, 27 Feb 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/20/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/20/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/20/rural-america-radioSat, 20 Feb 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/13/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/13/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/13/rural-america-radioSat, 13 Feb 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioOur Guest today is John Masoner, of Four G Networks. We will discuss net neutrality and the options the FCC is faced with today. We'll play some clips of President Obama's pronouncements on the issue. Rural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Talk Radio 646-378-1746. The Obama administration has set aside just over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureOur Guest today is John Masoner, of Four G Networks. We will discuss net neutrality and the options the FCC is faced with today. We'll play some clips of Presidhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/06/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/06/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/02/06/rural-america-radioSat, 06 Feb 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". Today we are replaying our first show of the year 2010, containing a summary of letters of concern from RuMBA members that do not have access to broadband. Rural America radio brings you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at BlogTalkRadio.com. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/23/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/23/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/23/rural-america-radioSat, 23 Jan 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at blogtalkradio.com. Today's show addresses local food production, and our occasional co-host, Matthew Piette, will be adding his voice to the discussion, based on Steph Larsen's Blog "Addressing all the Components of Local Food Production". Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/16/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/16/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/16/rural-america-radioSat, 16 Jan 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". In this show we interview John Huggins, the managing partner of Technology Alliance, LLC, a MD-based engineering company that helps to install broadband infrastructure in rural communities in the MD, VA, and Washington, D.C. areas, with expansion plans to the Carolinas as well. We bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology Alliance,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/09/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/09/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/09/rural-america-radioSat, 09 Jan 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/02/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/02/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2010/01/02/rural-america-radioSat, 02 Jan 2010 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Spot Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/26/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/26/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/26/rural-america-radioSat, 26 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including country living, agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Talk Radio 1-646-378-1746. Today's show will address the growing trend towards urban residents moving to rural areas, as the economy downturn continues to put impact young families, and those in their mid-forties. Our guest and co-host is Matthew Piette, the Executive Vice-President of RuMBA USA. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,rural living,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/19/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/19/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/19/rural-america-radioSat, 19 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". Today we interview Keith Dietrich, the Chairman of the American Corn Growers Association, about the importance of the passage of the health Insurance bill by the US Senate. Rural America Radio brings you the most up-to-date information on progress in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at BlogTalkRadio.com 646-378-1746. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,Healthcare,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/12/Rural-America-RadioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/12/Rural-America-Radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/12/Rural-America-RadioSat, 12 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". In today's show we interview Jim Ellinger, from Air Waves, about the value of community radios across the country. Jim has just returned from a working trip overseas, visiting Europe and Africa. Rural America Radio brings you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at BlogTalkRadio.com 646-378-1746. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/05/Rural-America-RadioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/05/Rural-America-Radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/12/05/Rural-America-RadioSat, 05 Dec 2009 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". In today's show I interview Matthew Piette, the Chief Marketing Officer for Weather Decision Technologies, or WDT. We will discuss a recent study that says that Rural America is Prosperous. Rural America Radio brings you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at BlogTalkRadio.com at 646-378-1746. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/28/Rural-America-RadioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/28/Rural-America-Radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/28/Rural-America-RadioSat, 28 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". In today's show we interview Craig Settles, an expert in broadband expansion through local governments and municipalities. He currently leads Successful.com, in addition to serving on RuMBA’s advisory board. Mr. Settles’s consultancy helps to provide needs assessments, business strategy to improve local government efficiency, economic development, and the quality of life of communities across unserved and underserved areas in the US. Rural America Radio features different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Talkshow is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at 646- 378-1746. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural,Technology,Settles,Broadband,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/20/rural-america-radio-saturday-show-interview-with-sTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/20/rural-america-radio-saturday-show-interview-with-s/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/20/rural-america-radio-saturday-show-interview-with-sFri, 20 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMTRural America Radio Saturday Show, Interview with Sascha MeinrathSascha Meinrath has been described as a "community Internet pioneer" and an "entrepreneurial visionary" and is a well-known expert on community wireless networks, municipal broadband, and telecommunications policy. In 2007, Sascha joined the New America Foundation as Research Director. Rural America Radio will feature Mr. Meinrath on this show, a talented technology activist, who In 2009, was named one of Ars Technica's 2009 Tech Policy "People to Watch". Mr. Meinrath will be talking about his new report on "New Media, Technology and Broadband Use in Indian Country".00:30:00Luisa HandemnoNew America Foundation,Indian Nations and Technology,Broadband,Rural broadband,InternetSascha Meinrath has been described as a "community Internet pioneer" and an "entrepreneurial visionary" and is a well-known expert on community wireless networkhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/14/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/14/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/14/rural-america-radioSat, 14 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". Today's show featured Libbey Scheibel, CEO of INOSS,Inc., and Debbie Burkett, Vice President of RuMBA USA. The show brings you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at BlogTalkRadio.com. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/07/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/07/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/07/rural-america-radioSat, 07 Nov 2009 21:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rural Areas". We will interview guests, and bring you the most up-to-date information on progress being made in bridging the digital divide between urban/suburban and rural areas. We will also feature different topics of human interest, including agriculture, in remote and rural areas. Rural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette, the Managing Director of RuMBA USA -- the Rural Mobile & Broadband Alliance. Rural America Radio is produced in collaboration with RuMBA USA and its members. Listeners are encouraged to send their questions by e-mail to luisahandem@rumbausa.com, or to call the guest line at Blog Talk Radio. The Obama administration has set aside over $7bn for deployment and adoption of high-speed Internet in rural areas, and we would like to keep you informed about progress in allocating funds to our neighbors in underserved and unserved communities. Rural America Radio is an upbeat and exciting show designed to stimulate discussion about the socio-economic development of rural America. 00:30:00Luisa HandemnoRural news,Technology,bridging the digital divide,high-speed Internet,Farmers and agricultureRural America Radio Addresses technology and current affairs issues pertaining to rural communities across the US. Our focus in 2009-2010 is" Broadband for Rurahttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/04/rural-america-radioTechnologyhttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/04/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/11/04/rural-america-radioWed, 04 Nov 2009 22:30:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette. Today we will re-introduce our guest, Walt Henley, President of Aire Wire, we will discuss broadband deployment issues in rural areas.00:30:00Luisa Handemnorural news,broadband,Bridging the digital divide,RuMBA USA,Underserved and unserved areasRural America Radio is hosted by Luisa Handem Piette. Today we will re-introduce our guest, Walt Henley, President of Aire Wire, we will discuss broadband deplohttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/10/17/rural-america-radioPoliticshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/10/17/rural-america-radio/#commentshttp://www.blogtalkradio.com/luisahandem/2009/10/17/rural-america-radioSat, 17 Oct 2009 19:00:00 GMTRural America RadioRural America Radio Rural America Radio acts as the voice of rural Americans across the USA. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to rural American affairs and the politics affecting the everyday life of Rural Americans. Rural America Radio is a project of the Rural Mobile Broadband Alliance (rumbausa.com).00:15:00Luisa Handemnorural,politics,economics,country,americaRural America Radio Rural America Radio acts as the voice of rural Americans across the USA. We bring you the very best in talk-show programming related to