https://www.ciena.com/about/newsroom/podcasts en-us Ciena Networks The Ciena Network Insights Podcast brings together thought leaders, subject matter experts, and tech influencers to discuss the innovations and trends shaping our digital world. Join us every month for engaging conversations on telecom networks, digital transformation, sustainability, and more. The Ciena Network Insights Podcast brings together thought leaders, subject matter experts, and tech influencers to discuss the innovations and trends shaping our digital world. Join us every month for engaging conversations on telecom networks, digital transformation, sustainability, and more. Ciena Networks Ciena Networks podcasts@ciena.com no Rebecca Smith, Brodie Gage, and Dino DiPerna reflect on OFC 2026 and discuss how optical innovations are taking center stage in the AI Era. They share Ciena’s R&D approach that helps operators and hyperscalers build, scale, and prepare networks for... Ciena's Rebecca Smith sits down with Brodie Gage and Dino DiPerna to reflect on OFC 2026 and how optical technology is taking center stage in the AI Era. They share perspectives shaped by decades in the industry and discuss what it takes to build, scale, and operate AI-driven networks—inside the data center and beyond. The podcast touches on some of the latest innovations in optical networking, including scale up, scale out, and scale across architectures; coherent and co-packaged optics; liquid cooling; and next-generation hollow‑core fiber. Together, they separate signal from noise, unpacking what's real, what's hype, and what's coming next for operators, hyperscalers, and service providers. Ciena's Rebecca Smith sits down with Brodie Gage and Dino DiPerna to reflect on OFC 2026 and how optical technology is taking center stage in the AI Era. They share perspectives shaped by decades in the industry and discuss what it takes to build, scale, and operate AI-driven networks—inside the data center and beyond. The podcast touches on some of the latest innovations in optical networking, including scale up, scale out, and scale across architectures; coherent and co-packaged optics; liquid cooling; and next-generation hollow‑core fiber. Together, they separate signal from noise, unpacking what's real, what's hype, and what's coming next for operators, hyperscalers, and service providers. https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/p/2912111/sp/291211100/playManifest/entryId/1_qdt32ueh/flavorId/1_88d5kdlf/protocol/https/format/url/a.mp3 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 08:02:00 -0400 31:40 no FLAG's Brad Kneller and Nadya Melic join Ciena's Gautam Billa to discuss the economical, operational and sustainability aspects of preserving submarine cables in the AI era. Want to learn more about how some of the oldest submarine cables are still playing a key role in the AI era? In this episode, FLAG's Chief Network Officer, Brad Kneller and VP of Product & Marketing, Nadya Melic join Ciena's Gautam Billa, VP of Sales Engineering & CTO, APJI, to share insights on some of the factors contributing to the continued viability and sustainability of a submarine cable. The three discuss how FLAG is complementing its new cable buildouts by extending the lifespan of its existing cables, using advanced technologies, proactive monitoring and intelligent data analysis. As part of FLAG's Vision 2030 strategy, the private submarine cable operator is taking bold steps to optimize its network to support growing capacity demands driven by AI, cloud and other bandwidth-intensive applications. Want to learn more about how some of the oldest submarine cables are still playing a key role in the AI era? In this episode, FLAG's Chief Network Officer, Brad Kneller and VP of Product & Marketing, Nadya Melic join Ciena's Gautam Billa, VP of Sales Engineering & CTO, APJI, to share insights on some of the factors contributing to the continued viability and sustainability of a submarine cable. The three discuss how FLAG is complementing its new cable buildouts by extending the lifespan of its existing cables, using advanced technologies, proactive monitoring and intelligent data analysis. As part of FLAG's Vision 2030 strategy, the private submarine cable operator is taking bold steps to optimize its network to support growing capacity demands driven by AI, cloud and other bandwidth-intensive applications. https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/p/2912111/sp/291211100/playManifest/entryId/1_4n7q24rq/flavorId/1_3tq742xf/protocol/https/format/url/a.mp3 Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:02:00 -0500 0:24:27 no Blue Planet's Kailem Anderson shares some of the conversations that we had with our customers in 2025 around automation, autonomous networks and providing the best customer experiences. Service providers globally are looking intently toward achieving fully autonomous networks in the near future. Kailem Anderson, Vice President for Global Products & Delivery shares some of the conversations we have been having with our Blue Planet customers around what they are doing to reach network autonomy. Service providers globally are looking intently toward achieving fully autonomous networks in the near future. Kailem Anderson, Vice President for Global Products & Delivery shares some of the conversations we have been having with our Blue Planet customers around what they are doing to reach network autonomy. https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/p/2912111/sp/291211100/playManifest/entryId/1_dk1of9jp/flavorId/1_tjlr2qe4/protocol/https/format/url/a.mp3 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 07:02:00 -0500 16:21 no Ciena’s Rodney Wilson sits down with REANNZ's Amber McEwen and CANARIE’s Michael Tremblay to explore how national research networks power scientific discovery and global collaboration. They also discuss real world AI driven applications made possible by... Join Ciena's Chief Technologist of Research Networks, Rodney Wilson, as he sits down with Amber McEwen, CEO of REANNZ, and Michael Tremblay, CEO of CANARIE, to explore how national research networks power scientific discovery and global collaboration. They unpack the massive data demands of modern science, the innovations required to support data intensive research, and the unique challenges their networks face across New Zealand and Canada. The conversation highlights real-world AI driven applications, from surgical robots enabling precise remote healthcare to other breakthroughs made possible by high-speed, high-performance networks. Join Ciena's Chief Technologist of Research Networks, Rodney Wilson, as he sits down with Amber McEwen, CEO of REANNZ, and Michael Tremblay, CEO of CANARIE, to explore how national research networks power scientific discovery and global collaboration. They unpack the massive data demands of modern science, the innovations required to support data intensive research, and the unique challenges their networks face across New Zealand and Canada. The conversation highlights real-world AI driven applications, from surgical robots enabling precise remote healthcare to other breakthroughs made possible by high-speed, high-performance networks. https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/p/2912111/sp/291211100/playManifest/entryId/1_vbujjp4t/flavorId/1_nu0cqyca/protocol/https/format/url/a.mp3 Thu, 29 Jan 2026 07:02:00 -0500 26:48 no Victor Moreno joins Nicola Benvenuti and Mark Bieberich to discuss Verizon AI Connect, an integrated suite of solutions and products designed to enable hyperscalers, cloud providers and enterprises to deploy AI resource-intensive workloads at scale. Victor Moreno, Associate Director, Network Planning at Verizon joins Ciena's Nicola Benvenuti, Vice President, Product Line Management and Mark Bieberich, Vice President, Portfolio Marketing to discuss Verizon AI Connect, an integrated suite of solutions and products designed to enable hyperscalers, cloud providers and global enterprises to run resource-intensive AI workloads at scale. They also share insights into the 30+ year collaboration between the two companies, including a recent metro network trial that marked a major technology milestone – achieving speeds of 1.6 Tb/s of data on a single-carrier wavelength using Ciena's WaveLogic 6 Extreme coherent optical solution. Together, Verizon and Ciena are pushing the limits of what's possible over fiber to meet the needs of the AI era, delivering the required higher capacity and performance, while also increasing network reliability and energy efficiency. Victor Moreno, Associate Director, Network Planning at Verizon joins Ciena's Nicola Benvenuti, Vice President, Product Line Management and Mark Bieberich, Vice President, Portfolio Marketing to discuss Verizon AI Connect, an integrated suite of solutions and products designed to enable hyperscalers, cloud providers and global enterprises to run resource-intensive AI workloads at scale. They also share insights into the 30+ year collaboration between the two companies, including a recent metro network trial that marked a major technology milestone – achieving speeds of 1.6 Tb/s of data on a single-carrier wavelength using Ciena's WaveLogic 6 Extreme coherent optical solution. Together, Verizon and Ciena are pushing the limits of what's possible over fiber to meet the needs of the AI era, delivering the required higher capacity and performance, while also increasing network reliability and energy efficiency. https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/p/2912111/sp/291211100/playManifest/entryId/1_fjvr6xke/flavorId/1_cnjumdf7/protocol/https/format/url/a.mp3 Thu, 06 Nov 2025 07:02:00 -0500 20:01 no Telstra International's Wayne Lotter talks with Blue Planet's Kailem Anderson about how the company plans to transform customer experiences with zero-touch, secure, and resilient networks while harnessing AI in the workplace. Telstra International has unveiled its highly Autonomous Network vision, part of the company's ambitious five-year plan to drive connectivity and innovation across Asia-Pacific. Head of Telstra International Networks, Wayne Lotter joins Blue Planet's Vice President for Global Products & Delivery, Kailem Anderson to discuss Telstra International's AI strategy and how Blue Planet is powering the foundation of its highly autonomous network. Telstra International has unveiled its highly Autonomous Network vision, part of the company's ambitious five-year plan to drive connectivity and innovation across Asia-Pacific. Head of Telstra International Networks, Wayne Lotter joins Blue Planet's Vice President for Global Products & Delivery, Kailem Anderson to discuss Telstra International's AI strategy and how Blue Planet is powering the foundation of its highly autonomous network. https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/p/2912111/sp/291211100/playManifest/entryId/1_7j9of2on/flavorId/1_6c4zu5mo/protocol/https/format/url/a.mp3 Fri, 10 Oct 2025 07:02:00 -0400 20:33 no Southern Cross' leadership team joins Ciena's submarine expert Brian Lavallée to discuss upcoming trends in the submarine networking space. Bandwidth demand continues unabated, and AI is expected to be a likely driver for increased bandwidth demand, overland and undersea. In this episode, Southern Cross's CEO Laurie Miller and CTO Dean Veverka speak with Brian Lavallée, our resident submarine expert, about how the submarine cable operator is preparing for the AI wave and its plans for connecting the Pacific. Bandwidth demand continues unabated, and AI is expected to be a likely driver for increased bandwidth demand, overland and undersea. In this episode, Southern Cross's CEO Laurie Miller and CTO Dean Veverka speak with Brian Lavallée, our resident submarine expert, about how the submarine cable operator is preparing for the AI wave and its plans for connecting the Pacific. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep89-Southern-Cross.mp3 Mon, 25 Aug 2025 07:02:00 -0400 25:01 no Curious about Managed Optical Fiber Networks (MOFN)? Listen as Alison Greenwood, VP of Hyperscalers at Lumen, and Ciena’s Martin Reilly, Director of International MOFN, discuss MOFN’s benefits, trends, and strategic importance for cloud connectivity. Have you been hearing the term Managed Optical Fiber Networks (MOFN) more and more lately? In this episode, Lumen Technologies' Alison Greenwood, Vice President of Hyperscalers, and Martin Reilly, Director of International MOFN at Ciena, join Kent Jordan of Ciena Product Marketing for an in-depth discussion about all things MOFN. You'll learn about MOFN's benefits, business models, and emerging trends, and hear about Lumen's experiences, successes, and lessons learned. Have you been hearing the term Managed Optical Fiber Networks (MOFN) more and more lately? In this episode, Lumen Technologies' Alison Greenwood, Vice President of Hyperscalers, and Martin Reilly, Director of International MOFN at Ciena, join Kent Jordan of Ciena Product Marketing for an in-depth discussion about all things MOFN. You'll learn about MOFN's benefits, business models, and emerging trends, and hear about Lumen's experiences, successes, and lessons learned. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep88-Lumen-MOFN.mp3 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 07:02:00 -0400 23:20 no Mike “MJ” Joseph joins Ciena’s Mark Bieberich to discuss Meta’s groundbreaking innovation in data center out-of-band (OOB) network management design and operations. On this episode, Mike “MJ” Joseph, who manages the infrastructure network engineering team at Meta, joins Ciena's Mark Bieberich to discuss innovation in out-of-band (OOB) management networks, which are essential for initial device commissioning, disaster recovery, remote troubleshooting, and secure lifecycle management. MJ and Mark explore Meta's decision to adopt passive optical networking (PON) for OOB management, highlighting the collaborative effort with Ciena to create an ultra-scalable, cost effective PON-based solution. They also discuss the positive outcomes Meta has achieved by streamlining and automating its OOB network operations in the data center—and the lessons learned along the way. On this episode, Mike “MJ” Joseph, who manages the infrastructure network engineering team at Meta, joins Ciena's Mark Bieberich to discuss innovation in out-of-band (OOB) management networks, which are essential for initial device commissioning, disaster recovery, remote troubleshooting, and secure lifecycle management. MJ and Mark explore Meta's decision to adopt passive optical networking (PON) for OOB management, highlighting the collaborative effort with Ciena to create an ultra-scalable, cost effective PON-based solution. They also discuss the positive outcomes Meta has achieved by streamlining and automating its OOB network operations in the data center—and the lessons learned along the way. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep87-Meta.mp3 Thu, 10 Jul 2025 07:02:00 -0400 19:04 no Tune-in to hear Blue Planet's Kailem Anderson and Ciena's Mark Bieberich delve into the topic of Network Digital Twins. Tune-in to hear Kailem Anderson (Blue Planet) and Mark Bieberich (Ciena) as they compare the differences between Network Digital Twin to traditional network modeling. The two delve into ways Digital Twins can be used to enhance IP and optical network planning, traffic analysis, troubleshooting, optimization, and more. They also explore how AI can be used to advance and accelerate the abilities of Digital Twins, such as using predictive analytics to analyze the impact of different ‘what-if' network scenarios. Tune-in to hear Kailem Anderson (Blue Planet) and Mark Bieberich (Ciena) as they compare the differences between Network Digital Twin to traditional network modeling. The two delve into ways Digital Twins can be used to enhance IP and optical network planning, traffic analysis, troubleshooting, optimization, and more. They also explore how AI can be used to advance and accelerate the abilities of Digital Twins, such as using predictive analytics to analyze the impact of different ‘what-if' network scenarios. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep86-network-digital-twin.mp3 Fri, 20 Jun 2025 07:01:00 -0400 27:06 no SymphonyAI CIO, Bill Bragg, joins Ciena Chief Digital Information Officer, Craig Williams, to explore how AI is reshaping the role of the CIO and driving business transformation. AI is redefining what it means to be a CIO. In this episode, Bill Bragg, CIO at SymphonyAI, and Craig Williams, Chief Digital Information Officer at Ciena, dive into how AI is transforming business operations, accelerating innovation, and changing how organizations lead in the digital age. AI is redefining what it means to be a CIO. In this episode, Bill Bragg, CIO at SymphonyAI, and Craig Williams, Chief Digital Information Officer at Ciena, dive into how AI is transforming business operations, accelerating innovation, and changing how organizations lead in the digital age. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep85-CIOs-AI.mp3 Tue, 20 May 2025 07:01:00 -0400 27:59 no Explore how Quantum Key Distribution and Post-Quantum Cryptography algorithms help safeguard critical data in the quantum era and shape the future of secure communications by addressing the threat of quantum computing. In part two of this episode, Paulina Gomez, Ryan Lafler, Doug Schremp, and Paola Osorio delve into Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms. They discuss the principles of QKD, its challenges, and industry progress, as well as the development of PQC algorithms to deliver quantum-resistant encryption solutions. They also explore future milestones and the solutions that are available today to safeguard critical data and mitigate the quantum computing threat to enable quantum-secure communications. In part two of this episode, Paulina Gomez, Ryan Lafler, Doug Schremp, and Paola Osorio delve into Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms. They discuss the principles of QKD, its challenges, and industry progress, as well as the development of PQC algorithms to deliver quantum-resistant encryption solutions. They also explore future milestones and the solutions that are available today to safeguard critical data and mitigate the quantum computing threat to enable quantum-secure communications. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep84-QKD.mp3 Wed, 05 Mar 2025 07:01:00 -0500 21:05 no Join host Paulina Gomez and industry experts as they explore the threat of quantum computing to today’s encryption algorithms. Discover why action is crucial and how the industry is responding to mitigate the quantum computing threat. In this episode, Paulina Gomez, Senior Advisor of Portfolio Marketing at Ciena, Ryan Lafler, President and CTO of Quantum Corridor, Doug Schremp, Solutions Architect at ConvergeOne, and Paola Osorio, Senior Advisor of Product Line Management at Ciena, discuss the threat of quantum computing to today's cryptography. They explore the concept of "Harvest now, decrypt later" and the importance of quantum secure communications, while also highlighting the Quantum Corridor project and its key objectives to help safeguard critical data in the quantum era. In this episode, Paulina Gomez, Senior Advisor of Portfolio Marketing at Ciena, Ryan Lafler, President and CTO of Quantum Corridor, Doug Schremp, Solutions Architect at ConvergeOne, and Paola Osorio, Senior Advisor of Product Line Management at Ciena, discuss the threat of quantum computing to today's cryptography. They explore the concept of "Harvest now, decrypt later" and the importance of quantum secure communications, while also highlighting the Quantum Corridor project and its key objectives to help safeguard critical data in the quantum era. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep83-Quantum-Threat.mp3 Fri, 28 Feb 2025 07:01:00 -0500 32:56 no Jérôme Totel, Data4 Group Strategy & Innovation Director joins Jürgen Hatheier, Int’l CTO, to discuss the critical role data centers play in AI. They cover energy needs, AI training and inference, and how Europe can strengthen its position. Let's dig into the topic of AI and the data center boom! On this podcast, Ciena's International CTO Jürgen Hatheier speaks with special guest Jérôme Totel, Group Strategy & Innovation Director at Data4, a major European operator and investor in the data center market. The two discuss the critical role data centers play in AI. They cover energy demands and the importance of Power Use Efficiency, AI training and inference, and how Europe can take a leading position in the AI race. Let's dig into the topic of AI and the data center boom! On this podcast, Ciena's International CTO Jürgen Hatheier speaks with special guest Jérôme Totel, Group Strategy & Innovation Director at Data4, a major European operator and investor in the data center market. The two discuss the critical role data centers play in AI. They cover energy demands and the importance of Power Use Efficiency, AI training and inference, and how Europe can take a leading position in the AI race. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep82-AI-Impact on the data center market and more.mp3 Tue, 03 Dec 2024 07:01:00 -0500 21:27 no Ever considered engineering as a career? Join Head of Engineering at Ciena India, Vineet Vohra in a conversation with his fellow engineers, Manish Chopra and Ruby Saxena for some inspiration, as they discuss how diversity, remote work and AI are... On this episode, Ciena India's Head of Engineering, Vineet Vohra and software engineers Manish Chopra and Ruby Saxena have a no holds barred conversation around their favorite work milestones, advice they would give aspiring engineers, how Artificial Intelligence is impacting their work environment and the importance of building an innovative, all-inclusive work culture. Stay tuned for an insider's view from the team that drove many of Ciena's many innovations including Navigator Network Control Suite and WaveRouter. On this episode, Ciena India's Head of Engineering, Vineet Vohra and software engineers Manish Chopra and Ruby Saxena have a no holds barred conversation around their favorite work milestones, advice they would give aspiring engineers, how Artificial Intelligence is impacting their work environment and the importance of building an innovative, all-inclusive work culture. Stay tuned for an insider's view from the team that drove many of Ciena's many innovations including Navigator Network Control Suite and WaveRouter. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep81-celebrating-engineer.mp3 Mon, 21 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0400 32:12 no Tune in as BT Group's Campbell McClean and Blue Planet's Kailem Anderson dive into BT Group’s digital transformation journey, explore AI-driven opportunities in telecom, and share insights on fostering a more inclusive work culture. On this episode, Campbell McClean, Chief Architect of BT Group joins Kailem Anderson, Blue Planet's Vice President of Global Products & Delivery, to discuss the UK carrier's digital transformation journey and ways BT Group is leveraging Blue Planet software to offer an improved digital experience for its customers. The two discuss the value of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in BT Group's operations and the growing opportunities with AI moving forward. Campbell also shares his experience working in diverse organizations and the importance of fostering a more inclusive work culture. On this episode, Campbell McClean, Chief Architect of BT Group joins Kailem Anderson, Blue Planet's Vice President of Global Products & Delivery, to discuss the UK carrier's digital transformation journey and ways BT Group is leveraging Blue Planet software to offer an improved digital experience for its customers. The two discuss the value of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in BT Group's operations and the growing opportunities with AI moving forward. Campbell also shares his experience working in diverse organizations and the importance of fostering a more inclusive work culture. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep80-BT.mp3 Fri, 04 Oct 2024 07:01:00 -0400 25:54 no Ever wondered what it takes to bring a truly innovative product to life? Get a behind-the-scenes look at the conception and design of Ciena’s WaveRouter in our latest episode. Step behind the curtain and delve into the captivating world of product innovation in our latest episode. Join Raf Francis, Director of Product Line Management, Dan Rivaud, Systems Design Architecture Engineer, and host Gina Nienaber as they provide an in-depth look at the cutting-edge technologies and intricate design considerations that went into WaveRouter, Ciena's family of purpose-built coherent metro routers. Whether you're an aspiring innovator, a technology enthusiast, or simply curious about the inner workings of groundbreaking products, this discussion will educate and inspire. Step behind the curtain and delve into the captivating world of product innovation in our latest episode. Join Raf Francis, Director of Product Line Management, Dan Rivaud, Systems Design Architecture Engineer, and host Gina Nienaber as they provide an in-depth look at the cutting-edge technologies and intricate design considerations that went into WaveRouter, Ciena's family of purpose-built coherent metro routers. Whether you're an aspiring innovator, a technology enthusiast, or simply curious about the inner workings of groundbreaking products, this discussion will educate and inspire. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep79-WaveRouter.mp3 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 09:01:00 -0400 35:03 no Fánan Henriques, Director of Vodafone Business International & EU Cluster, joins Ciena’s Jürgen Hatheier, International CTO, to discuss the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the telecom industry. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is generating a lot of buzz with bold predictions about its transformative potential. On this podcast, Ciena's International CTO Jürgen Hatheier speaks with special guest Fánan Henriques, Director of Vodafone Business International & EU Cluster, about AI's impact on the network. They talk about ways AI can improve business productivity and explore how AI can improve network planning, operations, customer service, fault detection, security, and more. Fánan also shares some lessons learned and successes Vodafone has seen utilizing AI in its own business. Artificial Intelligence (AI) is generating a lot of buzz with bold predictions about its transformative potential. On this podcast, Ciena's International CTO Jürgen Hatheier speaks with special guest Fánan Henriques, Director of Vodafone Business International & EU Cluster, about AI's impact on the network. They talk about ways AI can improve business productivity and explore how AI can improve network planning, operations, customer service, fault detection, security, and more. Fánan also shares some lessons learned and successes Vodafone has seen utilizing AI in its own business. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep78-VodafoneAI.mp3 Mon, 05 Aug 2024 09:01:00 -0400 21:38 no Telstra InfraCo’s Kathryn Jones joins Ciena’s Matt Hayes to discuss Telstra’s role in building Australia’s reputation as a global digital hub, and what’s next in the region’s growth story. Australia is ranked as one of the world's top countries for digital readiness. On this episode, Kathryn Jones, Executive of National Infrastructure Projects at Telstra InfraCo and Ciena's Lead for the Telstra account, Matt Hayes discuss what Ciena, Ericsson and Telstra have been doing to strengthen Australia's role as a global digital hub. They also discuss Telstra InfraCo's intercity fibre network build which is currently underway to help future-proof Australia's connectivity needs for the next 20+ years. Australia is ranked as one of the world's top countries for digital readiness. On this episode, Kathryn Jones, Executive of National Infrastructure Projects at Telstra InfraCo and Ciena's Lead for the Telstra account, Matt Hayes discuss what Ciena, Ericsson and Telstra have been doing to strengthen Australia's role as a global digital hub. They also discuss Telstra InfraCo's intercity fibre network build which is currently underway to help future-proof Australia's connectivity needs for the next 20+ years. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep77-Telstra-Infraco.mp3 Thu, 23 May 2024 09:01:00 -0400 22:40 no Debra Hettleman, CEO of Building STEPS, joins the podcast to share her experience working with Ciena to teach students about careers in STEM. Over the past few years, Ciena's Blue Planet division has supported Building STEPS, a nonprofit organization in Baltimore, as part of its Digital Inclusion program. Tune in for an inspiring conversation between Building STEPS' Debra Hettleman and Ciena's Beth Dolce and Beth Hunter as they dive into the ways this collaboration has sparked students' interest in the industry. Over the past few years, Ciena's Blue Planet division has supported Building STEPS, a nonprofit organization in Baltimore, as part of its Digital Inclusion program. Tune in for an inspiring conversation between Building STEPS' Debra Hettleman and Ciena's Beth Dolce and Beth Hunter as they dive into the ways this collaboration has sparked students' interest in the industry. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep76-BuildingSteps.mp3 Tue, 07 May 2024 09:01:00 -0400 28:40 no Vocus’ Chief Operating Officer, Jarrod Nink shares what the network provider is doing to connect Australians locally and globally. As the demand for seamless connectivity skyrockets globally, Australia is emerging as a vital digital hub. On this episode of the Ciena Insights Podcast, Jarrod Nink, Chief Operating Officer at Vocus offers an insider's perspective to how the Australian network provider is capitalizing on this surging demand for bandwidth. Nink also shares more on Vocus' dynamic collaborations with global hyperscalers and its commitment to using the very best in networking technology, elaborating on Vocus' recently announced plans to deploy Ciena's WaveLogic 6. As the demand for seamless connectivity skyrockets globally, Australia is emerging as a vital digital hub. On this episode of the Ciena Insights Podcast, Jarrod Nink, Chief Operating Officer at Vocus offers an insider's perspective to how the Australian network provider is capitalizing on this surging demand for bandwidth. Nink also shares more on Vocus' dynamic collaborations with global hyperscalers and its commitment to using the very best in networking technology, elaborating on Vocus' recently announced plans to deploy Ciena's WaveLogic 6. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep75-Vocus.mp3 Fri, 01 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -0500 17:54 no Are networks ready to support surging and unexpected demands from cloud-based applications, 5G, and AI? Join Ciena’s Mark Bieberich as he discusses the Adaptive Network—Ciena’s vision for the future of networking and the forces driving it forward. Ciena's Adaptive Network vision for guiding network evolution with enhanced programmability, scale, automation, and intelligence first set sail back in 2018—and it's even more relevant today with the growing presence of AI, 5G, and cloud. On this episode, Mark Bieberich, VP of Portfolio Marketing at Ciena, discusses how the Adaptive Network enables service providers to optimize their existing infrastructures while incorporating new technologies and ways of leveraging their network assets. This podcast also features Ciena customers who have embraced the Adaptive Network vision. Ciena's Adaptive Network vision for guiding network evolution with enhanced programmability, scale, automation, and intelligence first set sail back in 2018—and it's even more relevant today with the growing presence of AI, 5G, and cloud. On this episode, Mark Bieberich, VP of Portfolio Marketing at Ciena, discusses how the Adaptive Network enables service providers to optimize their existing infrastructures while incorporating new technologies and ways of leveraging their network assets. This podcast also features Ciena customers who have embraced the Adaptive Network vision. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep74-AdaptiveNetwork.mp3 Tue, 20 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -0500 27:08 no Asian Development Bank’s Yoonee Jeong, a Senior Digital Technology Specialist with the Digital Technology for Development Division shares more about what is driving and hindering connectivity in Asia. While we usually speak with our customers or partners on the Ciena Insights Podcast, in this special episode, we speak with Yoonee Jeong, a Senior Digital Technology Specialist with the Asian Development Bank's Digital Technology for Development Division to get a different perspective on what is driving connectivity in Asia. Yoonee also shares with us what more can be done by the public and private sectors and the impact of continued innovation. While we usually speak with our customers or partners on the Ciena Insights Podcast, in this special episode, we speak with Yoonee Jeong, a Senior Digital Technology Specialist with the Asian Development Bank's Digital Technology for Development Division to get a different perspective on what is driving connectivity in Asia. Yoonee also shares with us what more can be done by the public and private sectors and the impact of continued innovation. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep73-ADB.mp3 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -0500 21:25 no CTO Steve Alexander shares his 2024 predictions on emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on the network. He also discusses the relentless growth of bandwidth, IP/Optical convergence, the evolving role of PON and more. Tune in as Chief Technology Officer, Steve Alexander gazes into his crystal ball and shares 2024 predictions on emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on the network. He also discusses other key technology trends, such as the relentless growth of bandwidth, IP/Optical convergence, and the evolving role of PON (Passive Optical Network) in improving residential broadband connectivity. Tune in as Chief Technology Officer, Steve Alexander gazes into his crystal ball and shares 2024 predictions on emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on the network. He also discusses other key technology trends, such as the relentless growth of bandwidth, IP/Optical convergence, and the evolving role of PON (Passive Optical Network) in improving residential broadband connectivity. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep72-predictions.mp3 Mon, 08 Jan 2024 08:00:01 -0500 29:58 no Bo Gowan shares the most popular episodes from the past year What a year! In 2023 we were joined by so many amazing customers, industry experts and organizations. To close out another successful year, Bo Gowan shares our most popular episodes. What a year! In 2023 we were joined by so many amazing customers, industry experts and organizations. To close out another successful year, Bo Gowan shares our most popular episodes. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep71-2023highlights.mp3 Wed, 20 Dec 2023 08:00:01 -0500 41:21 no DISH Wireless’ Executive Vice President of Global Partnerships, Marc Rouanne talks about building the first cloud-native 5G network in the world and how the cloud and 5G are spearheading innovation in the industry. In this episode, DISH Wireless' Executive Vice President of Global Partnerships, Marc Rouanne speaks with Blue Planet's Head of Portfolio & Engineering, Kailem Anderson on DISH's success in building the first cloud-native 5G network in the world and the progress they are making in enabling 5G broadband services for its customers in the United States. They also discussed the unique benefits of running on a true cloud-native network and trends in the 5G space. Blue Planet supported DISH with a dynamic real-time source of truth for its network, empowering DISH to rollout 5G services with speed and agility. In this episode, DISH Wireless' Executive Vice President of Global Partnerships, Marc Rouanne speaks with Blue Planet's Head of Portfolio & Engineering, Kailem Anderson on DISH's success in building the first cloud-native 5G network in the world and the progress they are making in enabling 5G broadband services for its customers in the United States. They also discussed the unique benefits of running on a true cloud-native network and trends in the 5G space. Blue Planet supported DISH with a dynamic real-time source of truth for its network, empowering DISH to rollout 5G services with speed and agility. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep70-dish.mp3 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 08:00:01 -0400 0:22:31 no Dave Schaeffer, CEO of Cogent Communications, goes in depth with Ciena’s Steve Alexander on Cogent’s recent acquisition of the T-Mobile wireline business and its plans for the network moving forward, including expansion of its data center footprint. Ciena customer Cogent Communications operates one of the largest fiber-optic networks in the world, carrying around 1/4 of all internet traffic today. The ISP acquired the legacy Sprint long-haul fiber network from T-Mobile earlier this year. In this wide-ranging conversation, Cogent Founder and CEO Dave Schaeffer sits down with Ciena's CTO Steve Alexander and outlines the company's plans for the network, including a data center footprint of around 1.9 million square feet. Dave also shares his views on what it takes to build a better internet backbone and discusses wavelength services. Ciena customer Cogent Communications operates one of the largest fiber-optic networks in the world, carrying around 1/4 of all internet traffic today. The ISP acquired the legacy Sprint long-haul fiber network from T-Mobile earlier this year. In this wide-ranging conversation, Cogent Founder and CEO Dave Schaeffer sits down with Ciena's CTO Steve Alexander and outlines the company's plans for the network, including a data center footprint of around 1.9 million square feet. Dave also shares his views on what it takes to build a better internet backbone and discusses wavelength services. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep69-cogent.mp3 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 09:00:01 -0400 0:20:12 no Karissa Bowen of Digital Promise joins the podcast to share her experience working on the Ciena Solutions Challenge. In 2021, Digital Promise and Ciena announced the launch of the Ciena Solutions Challenge, a global design challenge for middle and high school students to create innovative solutions that address the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals within their communities. Now entering its third year, Karissa Bowen, Senior Project Manager of Learning Experience Design at Digital Promise joins the podcast to talk with Ciena's Beth Hunter, Director of ESG Communications and Social Impact, about the impact the program has made on students around the world, while sharing inspiring stories about her experiences. In 2021, Digital Promise and Ciena announced the launch of the Ciena Solutions Challenge, a global design challenge for middle and high school students to create innovative solutions that address the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals within their communities. Now entering its third year, Karissa Bowen, Senior Project Manager of Learning Experience Design at Digital Promise joins the podcast to talk with Ciena's Beth Hunter, Director of ESG Communications and Social Impact, about the impact the program has made on students around the world, while sharing inspiring stories about her experiences. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep68-digital-promise.mp3 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 09:00:01 -0400 0:31:42 no Udayan Care’s Managing Trustee Dr. Kiran Modi joins Ciena International’s Internal Comms Lead, Shreya Chakraborty to discuss the untapped potential of India’s youth and what can be done to ensure they are ready for the digital economy of the future. Around 65% of India's total population is below the age of 35, yet more than 50% of Indian youths are not on track to have the education and skills necessary for employment by 2030. On this podcast, Ciena International's Internal Comms Lead, Shreya Chakraborty speaks with Dr. Kiran Modi, Managing Trustee from Udayan Care, an organization that Ciena is collaborating with to fund digital inclusion initiatives in India. They discuss how we can bridge the disconnect between the demand and supply of skilled labor in India and why this is key for the country to prosper. Around 65% of India's total population is below the age of 35, yet more than 50% of Indian youths are not on track to have the education and skills necessary for employment by 2030. On this podcast, Ciena International's Internal Comms Lead, Shreya Chakraborty speaks with Dr. Kiran Modi, Managing Trustee from Udayan Care, an organization that Ciena is collaborating with to fund digital inclusion initiatives in India. They discuss how we can bridge the disconnect between the demand and supply of skilled labor in India and why this is key for the country to prosper. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep67-udayan-care.mp3 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 10:00:01 -0400 17:09 no Matt Hayes, Highline’s Chief Technology Officer, joins Ciena’s Kevin Sheehan to discuss how RSPs are addressing the digital divide in the U.S., operational excellence, and the disruptive power of technologies like generative AI. On this podcast, Highline's CTO Matt Hayes and Ciena's CTO of the Americas Kevin Sheehan have an insightful, wide-ranging discussion on everything from the many challenges and opportunities involved in rolling out rural broadband, to operational excellence in networking, to the great potential and worrying risks of generative AI and its machine-learning capabilities. On this podcast, Highline's CTO Matt Hayes and Ciena's CTO of the Americas Kevin Sheehan have an insightful, wide-ranging discussion on everything from the many challenges and opportunities involved in rolling out rural broadband, to operational excellence in networking, to the great potential and worrying risks of generative AI and its machine-learning capabilities. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep66-Highline.mp3 Wed, 02 Aug 2023 10:00:01 -0400 32:07 no TELUS’ Head of Sustainability and Environment, Geoff Pegg joins Ciena’s Beth Hunter to discuss the growing importance of greener, energy-efficient networks and steps leaders like TELUS are taking to get there. The demand for data traffic and connectivity has skyrocketed – especially these past few years during the pandemic. On top of this, there is greater concern about the world's climate situation. On this podcast, Geoff Pegg TELUS' Head of Sustainability and Environment and Ciena's Beth Hunter, Director of ESG Communications and Social Impact discuss ways telcos can create more sustainable networks while also meeting subscriber demands for greater connectivity. The demand for data traffic and connectivity has skyrocketed – especially these past few years during the pandemic. On top of this, there is greater concern about the world's climate situation. On this podcast, Geoff Pegg TELUS' Head of Sustainability and Environment and Ciena's Beth Hunter, Director of ESG Communications and Social Impact discuss ways telcos can create more sustainable networks while also meeting subscriber demands for greater connectivity. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep65-Telus-2023.mp3 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:00:01 -0400 27:53 no With once-in-a-generation broadband investments and the promise of a digital future for all, now is the time to rethink residential networks. Hear a panel of technology leaders from JSI and Ciena discuss the opportunities and challenges. On this episode, Dave Lewis and Amanda Molina from broadband solutions consultancy JSI join Ciena's Trey Hall and Vini Santos for a discussion about the opportunities and challenges that network operators are facing at this unique moment in the broadband market. Hear their insights on funding options, network build considerations, and why a disruptive mindset is key to long-term sustainability, monetization flexibility, scalability, and successful business outcomes. On this episode, Dave Lewis and Amanda Molina from broadband solutions consultancy JSI join Ciena's Trey Hall and Vini Santos for a discussion about the opportunities and challenges that network operators are facing at this unique moment in the broadband market. Hear their insights on funding options, network build considerations, and why a disruptive mindset is key to long-term sustainability, monetization flexibility, scalability, and successful business outcomes. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep64-FutureOfBroadband.mp3 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 10:00:01 -0400 37:09 no Join Spark Skinny Jump’s Lead, Martin La’a and Ciena’s Director for ESG, Beth Hunter as they discuss the “Cost of Living” crisis in New Zealand and how Ciena and Spark are collaborating to provide students with free broadband. The internet permeates everything we do today – from how we work, to how we play and learn. Yet, for some, affordability can be a problem. On this podcast,Ciena's Director, ESG Communications, speaks with Spark Skinny Jump's Lead, Martin La'a on why providing internet access can be a gamechanger for students and how Ciena and Spark are collaborating to create positive repercussions in the community. The internet permeates everything we do today – from how we work, to how we play and learn. Yet, for some, affordability can be a problem. On this podcast,Ciena's Director, ESG Communications, speaks with Spark Skinny Jump's Lead, Martin La'a on why providing internet access can be a gamechanger for students and how Ciena and Spark are collaborating to create positive repercussions in the community. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep63-sparks-skinnyjump.mp3 Wed, 17 May 2023 10:00:01 -0400 16:58 no Lumen’s CTO Andrew Dugan joins Ciena’s Steve Alexander to talk about Lumen’s latest network updates and ways the operator is helping enterprises modernize their network infrastructure to enable a better digital experience. This episode features Lumen's CTO Andrew Dugan and Ciena's Steve Alexander. The two industry veterans discuss Lumen's recent 400GE network enhancements and how wavelengths enable Lumen customers to modernize and scale their Core Digital Network so that their data, applications, and workloads can be distributed securely between their IT instances residing in data centers and public cloud. In addition, they discuss ways Lumen is uniquely positioned to help enterprises modernize their network infrastructure and what customers are looking for from a Digital Experience standpoint. This episode features Lumen's CTO Andrew Dugan and Ciena's Steve Alexander. The two industry veterans discuss Lumen's recent 400GE network enhancements and how wavelengths enable Lumen customers to modernize and scale their Core Digital Network so that their data, applications, and workloads can be distributed securely between their IT instances residing in data centers and public cloud. In addition, they discuss ways Lumen is uniquely positioned to help enterprises modernize their network infrastructure and what customers are looking for from a Digital Experience standpoint. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep62-Lumen.mp3 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 10:00:01 -0400 27:37 no Tune in to hear guests from the U.S. Department of Energy and SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory discuss ESnet6 -- the newest generation of the DOE’s high-performance network that fuels scientific research and discovery. On this episode Kate Mace and Chin Guok from the DOE's Energy Sciences Network along with Stanford's Amadeo Perazzo discuss ESnet6 with Ciena's Rod Wilson. ESnet6 will enable scientists to significantly advance their ability to gain insight from massive datasets produced by experiments that use large scale instruments like genome sequencers, telescope observatories, X-ray light sources and particle accelerators, among many others. On this episode Kate Mace and Chin Guok from the DOE's Energy Sciences Network along with Stanford's Amadeo Perazzo discuss ESnet6 with Ciena's Rod Wilson. ESnet6 will enable scientists to significantly advance their ability to gain insight from massive datasets produced by experiments that use large scale instruments like genome sequencers, telescope observatories, X-ray light sources and particle accelerators, among many others. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep61-ESnet.mp3 Fri, 10 Mar 2023 10:00:01 -0500 29:49 no Without submarine networks, the internet and international communications as we know them simply wouldn’t exist. Join submarine experts Ed McCormack and Brian Lavallée for a discussion on the industry’s last quarter century – and where it’s headed. Did you know that around 95% of the world's intercontinental communications traffic is carried over submarine cable networks? What's more, our need for connectivity shows no signs of abating. According to research firm TeleGeography, capacity along the transatlantic corridor alone is forecast to grow by about 77 times between 2015 and 2028. Simply mind-boggling! On this podcast, industry veterans Ed McCormack and Brian Lavallée look back at some of the important milestones in submarine network history and envisage what the future might hold. Did you know that around 95% of the world's intercontinental communications traffic is carried over submarine cable networks? What's more, our need for connectivity shows no signs of abating. According to research firm TeleGeography, capacity along the transatlantic corridor alone is forecast to grow by about 77 times between 2015 and 2028. Simply mind-boggling! On this podcast, industry veterans Ed McCormack and Brian Lavallée look back at some of the important milestones in submarine network history and envisage what the future might hold. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep60-Submarine-Networks.mp3 Tue, 07 Feb 2023 10:00:01 -0500 41:49 no 800G and beyond, 5G, Greener Network solutions and Submarine buildouts. Host Bo Gowan talks with Ciena CTO Steve Alexander, and Submarine/5G expert Brian Lavallée about the key tech trends and predictions that will shape the industry in 2023. 800G and beyond, 5G, Greener Network solutions and Submarine buildouts. Host Bo Gowan talks with Ciena CTO Steve Alexander, and Submarine/5G expert Brian Lavallée about the key tech trends and predictions that will shape the industry in 2023. 800G and beyond, 5G, Greener Network solutions and Submarine buildouts. Host Bo Gowan talks with Ciena CTO Steve Alexander, and Submarine/5G expert Brian Lavallée about the key tech trends and predictions that will shape the industry in 2023. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep59-2023-Tech-Predictions.mp3 Fri, 13 Jan 2023 10:00:01 -0500 35:16 no Another year in the books! Tune in as Bo Gowan highlights our top 5 episodes of 2022. Ciena's executives were joined by many amazing guests throughout 2022. For our final episode of the year, Bo Gowan, Ciena's social media director and today's host, highlights some of our most listened to podcasts of the year. Tune in to see if your favorite episode was included! Ciena's executives were joined by many amazing guests throughout 2022. For our final episode of the year, Bo Gowan, Ciena's social media director and today's host, highlights some of our most listened to podcasts of the year. Tune in to see if your favorite episode was included! https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep58-Ciena-2022-Podcast-Replay.mp3 Fri, 16 Dec 2022 10:00:01 -0500 36:04 no Service providers are working to reduce carbon emissions while also meeting connectivity demands. euNetworks’ Tetyana Mozhayeva, Sr. Director of Sustainability and Ciena’s Beth Hunter, Director of ESG discuss ways to create more sustainable networks. Service providers are tasked with the challenge of decreasing carbon emissions while also meeting surging demands for high-bandwidth services and broadband connectivity. On this podcast, euNetworks' Tetyana Mozhayeva, Senior Director of Sustainability and Ciena's Beth Hunter, Director of ESG and Social Impact, join host Sara Atkinson to discuss the importance of working toward a more sustainable network architecture. Tetyana shares ways that the Network Construction Carbon Calculator developed by euNetworks has helped to assess the impact of network construction projects and provide transparency around the emissions impact of euNetworks' solutions. Service providers are tasked with the challenge of decreasing carbon emissions while also meeting surging demands for high-bandwidth services and broadband connectivity. On this podcast, euNetworks' Tetyana Mozhayeva, Senior Director of Sustainability and Ciena's Beth Hunter, Director of ESG and Social Impact, join host Sara Atkinson to discuss the importance of working toward a more sustainable network architecture. Tetyana shares ways that the Network Construction Carbon Calculator developed by euNetworks has helped to assess the impact of network construction projects and provide transparency around the emissions impact of euNetworks' solutions. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep57-euNetworks.mp3 Thu, 27 Oct 2022 10:00:01 -0400 32:35 no This podcast features excerpts from three previous episodes featuring rural electric co-op, Cullman Electric; tech futurist, Shivvy Jervis; and STEM evangelist from Academy Achievers, Paulette Watson. Everything from home (work, play, game), along with new bandwidth-hungry cloud-based applications, have ignited investments to help build a digital future for all. On this podcast, Rebecca Smith highlights three of our previous episodes about ways we are helping improve residential broadband and driving digital inclusion. We hear from rural electric co-op, Cullman Electric; tech futurist, Shivvy Jervis; and STEM evangelist from Academy Achievers, Paulette Watson. Everything from home (work, play, game), along with new bandwidth-hungry cloud-based applications, have ignited investments to help build a digital future for all. On this podcast, Rebecca Smith highlights three of our previous episodes about ways we are helping improve residential broadband and driving digital inclusion. We hear from rural electric co-op, Cullman Electric; tech futurist, Shivvy Jervis; and STEM evangelist from Academy Achievers, Paulette Watson. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep56-Residential-Broadband.mp3 Fri, 16 Sep 2022 10:00:01 -0400 20:41 no How are network operators coping with the big bandwidth binge? Listen in as Omdia analyst Jaimie Lenderman and INCA’s Rob Leenderts examine new approaches to fiber broadband rollouts and the benefits of converged networking. The unprecedented demand for bandwidth across the globe has necessitated a different way of thinking when building fiber networks. Operators can no longer silo traffic on multiple, disparate networks and remain profitable. Join Omdia's Jaimie Lenderman and INCA's Rob Leenderts as they explore market insights and the benefits of building a single, efficient architecture that can support multiple services simultaneously to unlock revenue potential. The unprecedented demand for bandwidth across the globe has necessitated a different way of thinking when building fiber networks. Operators can no longer silo traffic on multiple, disparate networks and remain profitable. Join Omdia's Jaimie Lenderman and INCA's Rob Leenderts as they explore market insights and the benefits of building a single, efficient architecture that can support multiple services simultaneously to unlock revenue potential. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep55-Omdia-INCA-NGME.mp3 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 10:00:01 -0400 22:15 no Australia is supported by cloud regions run by global hyperscalers and local datacentre providers such as NEXTDC. Tune in to this podcast to hear insights from NEXTDC on this cloud-dense market and how it’s set to evolve. On this podcast, we speak with NEXTDC's Chief Customer and Commercial Officer, David Dzienciol, about Australia's cloud and data center environment. The conversation includes current drivers of data center growth in Australia, how enterprises and the public sector are coping with the necessities of hybrid IT plus how the tyranny of distance and the emergence of new industries such as space and renewable energy are driving unique customer requirements for bespoke hosting, edge infrastructure and network services. We also cover NEXTDC's view on the critical role DCs play in holistic sovereignty and security risk management, the tightening supply chain environment and the war for talent. On this podcast, we speak with NEXTDC's Chief Customer and Commercial Officer, David Dzienciol, about Australia's cloud and data center environment. The conversation includes current drivers of data center growth in Australia, how enterprises and the public sector are coping with the necessities of hybrid IT plus how the tyranny of distance and the emergence of new industries such as space and renewable energy are driving unique customer requirements for bespoke hosting, edge infrastructure and network services. We also cover NEXTDC's view on the critical role DCs play in holistic sovereignty and security risk management, the tightening supply chain environment and the war for talent. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep54-NextDC.mp3 Wed, 20 Jul 2022 10:00:01 -0400 19:23 no 800G speeds across distances over 1100 kilometers? Tune into this podcast to hear how Altibox Carrier and Ciena set this world record and also how green energy could help Norway be the next big data center hub. On this podcast, Jürgen Hatheier, Ciena's Chief Technology Officer for EMEA and APJ, catches up with Altibox Carrier's CEO Svein Arild Ims and CTO Øyvind Espedalen to learn about their latest innovations—including achieving a record-breaking 800G over 1100 kilometers, between Amsterdam and Copenhagen—and being the FIRST provider to achieve 800G over a submarine link across its NO-UK cable. They also discuss Norway's potential as a data center hub. On this podcast, Jürgen Hatheier, Ciena's Chief Technology Officer for EMEA and APJ, catches up with Altibox Carrier's CEO Svein Arild Ims and CTO Øyvind Espedalen to learn about their latest innovations—including achieving a record-breaking 800G over 1100 kilometers, between Amsterdam and Copenhagen—and being the FIRST provider to achieve 800G over a submarine link across its NO-UK cable. They also discuss Norway's potential as a data center hub. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep53-Altibox.mp3 Fri, 17 Jun 2022 10:00:01 -0400 17:04 no Zayo’s Ginna Raahauge joins Ciena’s Craig Williams to discuss challenges and opportunities presented by digital transformation, strategies companies can take to support a hybrid workforce, and new collaboration tools like the metaverse, VR/AR and more. The pandemic launched organizations into a new world of work. Overnight, organizations had to accelerate their digital transformation strategies to maintain business as usual in a world of remote work and social distancing. On this podcast, Zayo's CIO, Ginna Raahauge joins Ciena's Craig Williams to discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities presented by ‘digital transformation'. They also discuss some of the emerging technologies, skills and implementation strategies CIOs are faced with today. The pandemic launched organizations into a new world of work. Overnight, organizations had to accelerate their digital transformation strategies to maintain business as usual in a world of remote work and social distancing. On this podcast, Zayo's CIO, Ginna Raahauge joins Ciena's Craig Williams to discuss some of the key challenges and opportunities presented by ‘digital transformation'. They also discuss some of the emerging technologies, skills and implementation strategies CIOs are faced with today. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep52-Zayo.mp3 Tue, 31 May 2022 10:25:01 -0400 37:26 no Can you separate fact from fiction when it comes to data centers? Join special guest Frank Scalzo, GM of Network Strategy and Services at Iron Mountain, as he plays mythbuster. And find out why data center interconnection is a hot topic currently. Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a data center and the cloud? Or why a data center would be housed underground? Then join Iron Mountain's Frank Scalzo as he demystifies the top misunderstandings about modern data centers. Also hear Frank share insights on DCI—the technology that data centers use to talk to each other—and Iron Mountain's approach to data center interconnection. Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a data center and the cloud? Or why a data center would be housed underground? Then join Iron Mountain's Frank Scalzo as he demystifies the top misunderstandings about modern data centers. Also hear Frank share insights on DCI—the technology that data centers use to talk to each other—and Iron Mountain's approach to data center interconnection. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep51-IronMountain.mp3 Mon, 18 Apr 2022 10:25:01 -0400 14:04 no Join Ed Knapp, American Tower’s CTO, and Jürgen Hatheier of Ciena as they discuss the wireless innovations—things like private 5G, edge cloud and neutral host—that hold promise to make our lives easier, more productive and safer. What's driving today's wireless industry? Ciena customer American Tower shares insights on all things wireless—5G, O-RAN, edge cloud, IoT, AR/VR and more—from the perspective of a telecom tower company. Also hear about a recent private 5G proof of concept conducted by American Tower and Ciena. What's driving today's wireless industry? Ciena customer American Tower shares insights on all things wireless—5G, O-RAN, edge cloud, IoT, AR/VR and more—from the perspective of a telecom tower company. Also hear about a recent private 5G proof of concept conducted by American Tower and Ciena. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep50-ATC.mp3 Tue, 22 Feb 2022 02:20:01 -0500 26:44 no Paulette Watson, Founder and Managing Director of Academy Achievers, joins the podcast to discuss the importance of creating learning opportunities to help inspire students in STEM. Academy Achievers aims to empower and motivate underserved students to explore careers within the world of STEM. Special guest Paulette Watson, Founder and Managing Director of Academy Achievers, talks with Ciena's Sara Atkinson to discuss ways that we can help close the educational gap in STEM fields and encourage students to explore careers in tech Academy Achievers aims to empower and motivate underserved students to explore careers within the world of STEM. Special guest Paulette Watson, Founder and Managing Director of Academy Achievers, talks with Ciena's Sara Atkinson to discuss ways that we can help close the educational gap in STEM fields and encourage students to explore careers in tech https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep49-AcademyAchievers.mp3 Thu, 10 Feb 2022 07:00:00 -0500 16:50 no Join host Bo Gowan as he recaps our 5 most listened to episodes of 2021. Ciena's podcast featured several customers, industry leaders, and subject matter experts throughout the year. Tune in to hear some clips of your favorite episodes that feature topics like 5G, software automation, digital transformation, and the network edge. Ciena's podcast featured several customers, industry leaders, and subject matter experts throughout the year. Tune in to hear some clips of your favorite episodes that feature topics like 5G, software automation, digital transformation, and the network edge. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep48-2021-highlights.mp3 Fri, 28 Jan 2022 10:30:00 -0500 32:57 no 2021 was a year full of big tech developments. Tune in as Steve Alexander, Jürgen Hatheier, and Craig Williams review the biggest digital transformation trends in 2021 and what they expect to see in 2022. Whether it be 5G, the network edge, or the metaverse, 2021 brought a lot of technological advancements. In this episode, Steve Alexander, Ciena's Chief Technology Officer, Jürgen Hatheier, Ciena's Chief Technology Officer EMEA & APJ, and Craig Williams, Ciena's Chief Information Officer, discuss what surprised them the most in 2021, and what they expect to see in 2022. Whether it be 5G, the network edge, or the metaverse, 2021 brought a lot of technological advancements. In this episode, Steve Alexander, Ciena's Chief Technology Officer, Jürgen Hatheier, Ciena's Chief Technology Officer EMEA & APJ, and Craig Williams, Ciena's Chief Information Officer, discuss what surprised them the most in 2021, and what they expect to see in 2022. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep47-2022predictions.mp3 Tue, 14 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -0500 37:07 no On this Ciena podcast hear Zayo’s Dennis Kyle and Ciena’s Steve Alexander discuss the current state of digital transformation, AI, 5G, cloud infrastructure and the role of the network edge The network is becoming a critical enabler in customers' digital transformation journeys and forcing organizations in every industry to rework their business strategies. On this special episode, Zayo's Dennis Kyle joins Steve Alexander to share insights on the role digital transformation plays in today's virtual world. The network is becoming a critical enabler in customers' digital transformation journeys and forcing organizations in every industry to rework their business strategies. On this special episode, Zayo's Dennis Kyle joins Steve Alexander to share insights on the role digital transformation plays in today's virtual world. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep46_Zayo-SteveA.mp3 Thu, 18 Nov 2021 10:00:00 -0500 24:15 no Artificial Intelligence (AI) isn’t new to networks but with 5G rolling out, it’s playing a critical role in how networks process surging amounts of data. Colt’s Francesca Serravalle discusses the future impact of AI. How will AI advance the way our networks roll out 5G, Industry 4.0, IoT and other exciting services that users demand today? Tune into this podcast to hear Colt's Francesca Serravalle join Rick Hamilton of Blue Planet to shed light on new opportunities where AI is making an impact. How will AI advance the way our networks roll out 5G, Industry 4.0, IoT and other exciting services that users demand today? Tune into this podcast to hear Colt's Francesca Serravalle join Rick Hamilton of Blue Planet to shed light on new opportunities where AI is making an impact. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep44-colt.mp3 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:00:00 -0400 0:26:12 no What role do cooperative utility companies play in extending broadband to rural communities? Cullman Electric Cooperative’s Mark Freeman shares anecdotes from the perspective of a co-op utility in Northern Alabama. While it is no secret that many rural communities across the world lack connectivity, many do not realize the role innovative cooperative utility companies play in addressing this issue. Hear Mark Freeman of Cullman Electric Cooperative discuss the exciting impact of deploying broadband in their community. While it is no secret that many rural communities across the world lack connectivity, many do not realize the role innovative cooperative utility companies play in addressing this issue. Hear Mark Freeman of Cullman Electric Cooperative discuss the exciting impact of deploying broadband in their community. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep43-cullman.mp3 Thu, 10 Jun 2021 00:00:00 -0400 0:26:24 no Spark New Zealand’s Jan Jager, Principal Solution Architect joins Ciena’s Dave Boertjes and Matt Syme to discuss how software can drive network efficiencies and ensure connectivity even during unexpected events, fiber cuts or natural disasters. Whether you are working from home, learning remotely, or simply wanting to watch a sporting event online, having reliable connectivity is key. Spark New Zealand's Jan Jager, Principal Solution Architect joins Ciena's Matt Syme and Dave Boertjes to discuss ways service providers are using intelligent software tools to drive network efficiencies and ensure connectivity - even during unexpected events, fiber cuts or natural disasters. Whether you are working from home, learning remotely, or simply wanting to watch a sporting event online, having reliable connectivity is key. Spark New Zealand's Jan Jager, Principal Solution Architect joins Ciena's Matt Syme and Dave Boertjes to discuss ways service providers are using intelligent software tools to drive network efficiencies and ensure connectivity - even during unexpected events, fiber cuts or natural disasters. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep42-liquidspectrum.mp3 Wed, 07 Apr 2021 00:00:00 -0400 0:18:32 no M1’s Nathan Bell joins Blue Planet’s Rick Hamilton and Tom Carter to discuss ways that software-driven networks are the key to unlocking stellar digital experiences and fueling the coming wave of 5G. To keep up with the fast-pace of mobile experiences like gaming, cloud services and 5G, Singapore-based M1 is transforming its network with software. Hear M1's Nathan Bell talk with the Blue Planet team about ways that software automation coupled with a customer-centric approach will drive the next wave of innovation. To keep up with the fast-pace of mobile experiences like gaming, cloud services and 5G, Singapore-based M1 is transforming its network with software. Hear M1's Nathan Bell talk with the Blue Planet team about ways that software automation coupled with a customer-centric approach will drive the next wave of innovation. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep41-m1-dsp.mp3 Tue, 09 Mar 2021 00:00:00 -0500 0:28:06 no In this episode, Andy Bonillo, Ciena’s Chief Information Security Officer, and Marc Goodman, Global Security Advisor and futurist, discuss ways businesses can protect their network from new cyber threats as more people work remotely. What are the biggest challenges facing security professionals as more people use their home networks for remote work? In this episode, Andy Bonillo, Ciena's Chief Information Security Officer, and Marc Goodman, Global Security Advisor and futurist, discuss ways businesses can tackle new security challenges as more people work remotely. What are the biggest challenges facing security professionals as more people use their home networks for remote work? In this episode, Andy Bonillo, Ciena's Chief Information Security Officer, and Marc Goodman, Global Security Advisor and futurist, discuss ways businesses can tackle new security challenges as more people work remotely. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep40-cybersecurity.mp3 Fri, 19 Feb 2021 00:00:00 -0500 0:28:34 no The digital divide is a global concern that has a direct impact on humanity and global economies. Join Ciena’s Chief Technology Officer, Steve Alexander, and Human Potential Expert and Futurist, Shivvy Jervis, as they discuss the digital divide and how... The digital divide is a global concern that has continued to grow with the increased reliance on the network and digital connectivity due to COVID-19. With billions of people around the world lacking connectivity, what can we do to close the gap? In this episode, Ciena's Chief Technology Officer, Steve Alexander, is joined by award-winning Human Potential Expert and Futurist, Shivvy Jervis, to discuss the implications and challenges that the digital divide has created for human growth and potential. The digital divide is a global concern that has continued to grow with the increased reliance on the network and digital connectivity due to COVID-19. With billions of people around the world lacking connectivity, what can we do to close the gap? In this episode, Ciena's Chief Technology Officer, Steve Alexander, is joined by award-winning Human Potential Expert and Futurist, Shivvy Jervis, to discuss the implications and challenges that the digital divide has created for human growth and potential. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep39-digitaldivide.mp3 Fri, 29 Jan 2021 00:00:00 -0500 0:24:08 no Algonquin College President & CEO Claude Brulé and Dr. Wahab Almuhtadi join Ciena's Rod Wilson to discuss ways the cutting-edge optical training lab is helping to develop future IT grads with hands-on networking experience. Algonquin's state-of-the art Optophontics Lab offers real-world experiences to students and uses the same tech that powers internet traffic for telecom and content providers around the world. In this episode, Claude Brulé and Dr. Almuhtadi share how the partnership with Ciena gives students a leg-up in finding a career in technology. Algonquin's state-of-the art Optophontics Lab offers real-world experiences to students and uses the same tech that powers internet traffic for telecom and content providers around the world. In this episode, Claude Brulé and Dr. Almuhtadi share how the partnership with Ciena gives students a leg-up in finding a career in technology. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep38-algonquin.mp3 Wed, 16 Dec 2020 00:00:00 -0500 0:23:12 no In this episode, Unitas‘ Mary Stanhope joins Loudon Blair to discuss the surge in telehealth services and how current networks and cloud infrastructures are adapting to power telemedicine and virtual and augmented reality applications. From virtual reality headsets that take your mind to a beautiful landscape while your body is in the doctor's chair to having multiple doctors in disparate locations analyze your x-ray results in real-time, the healthcare industry is undergoing a transformation. In this episode, Unitas‘ Mary Stanhope and Loudon Blair take a deep dive into the shifts we're seeing in telehealth and how current network and cloud infrastructures are adapting to power telemedicine and virtual and augmented reality applications. From virtual reality headsets that take your mind to a beautiful landscape while your body is in the doctor's chair to having multiple doctors in disparate locations analyze your x-ray results in real-time, the healthcare industry is undergoing a transformation. In this episode, Unitas‘ Mary Stanhope and Loudon Blair take a deep dive into the shifts we're seeing in telehealth and how current network and cloud infrastructures are adapting to power telemedicine and virtual and augmented reality applications. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep37-Unitas.mp3 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 00:00:00 -0500 0:26:00 no How do you build resiliency in today’s highly connected and digital everything world? Tune in to hear tips from Vodafone and IDC in this special episode. Are you curious how service providers across Asia keep up with their digitally-savvy end users? Vodafone's Nadya Melic and IDC's Nikhil Batra discuss with Anup Changaroth of Ciena tips on how to be resilient and connected today. Are you curious how service providers across Asia keep up with their digitally-savvy end users? Vodafone's Nadya Melic and IDC's Nikhil Batra discuss with Anup Changaroth of Ciena tips on how to be resilient and connected today. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep36-vodafone.mp3 Wed, 21 Oct 2020 00:00:00 -0400 0:29:38 no Host Rebecca Prudhomme talks with Steve Alexander, Ciena's CTO and Joe Madden from Mobile Experts about Covid-19’s impact on the network, 5G and Edge Cloud. In this podcast we revisit some of Steve Alexander's 2020 predictions and Joe Madden from Mobile Experts joins to discuss how Covid-19 has forced the world to rely on the network for remote work, school, entertainment and more. What will it mean for the future of 5G, Edge Cloud and connectivity in general? In this podcast we revisit some of Steve Alexander's 2020 predictions and Joe Madden from Mobile Experts joins to discuss how Covid-19 has forced the world to rely on the network for remote work, school, entertainment and more. What will it mean for the future of 5G, Edge Cloud and connectivity in general? https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep35-5G-update.mp3 Mon, 28 Sep 2020 00:00:00 -0400 0:26:39 no Join Interxion’s Mike Hollands and Ciena’s Colin Wallace as they discuss the symbiotic relationship between data centers and submarine networks and how route diversity and resiliency improve the connectivity experience. Ever wonder about the connection between submarine cables and data centers? Our thriving digital economy requires a variety of networks to ensure consumers have access to high-quality content with no delay and many providers are turning to the reliability of submarine networks and the colocation conveniences of data centers. Join Interxion's Mike Hollands and Ciena's Colin Wallace as they discuss the symbiotic relationship between these two data transport options and how route diversity and resiliency improve the connectivity experience. Ever wonder about the connection between submarine cables and data centers? Our thriving digital economy requires a variety of networks to ensure consumers have access to high-quality content with no delay and many providers are turning to the reliability of submarine networks and the colocation conveniences of data centers. Join Interxion's Mike Hollands and Ciena's Colin Wallace as they discuss the symbiotic relationship between these two data transport options and how route diversity and resiliency improve the connectivity experience. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep34-east-meets-west.mp3 Thu, 20 Aug 2020 00:00:00 -0400 0:23:49 no Hear insights from some of our most popular podcast guests from over the past 3 years. Tune in as we revisit some of our favorite episodes from the past 3 years. We've covered a plethora of hot topics like esports, AI, 5G, digital transformation/remote working and of course how optical networking and software fuel our digital world. Tune in as we revisit some of our favorite episodes from the past 3 years. We've covered a plethora of hot topics like esports, AI, 5G, digital transformation/remote working and of course how optical networking and software fuel our digital world. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep33-3yr-anniversary.mp3 Thu, 16 Jul 2020 00:00:00 -0400 0:37:57 no SDN pioneer and MEF advisor Dan Pitt discusses the rapidly evolving digital economy, the services driving it and how the edge is emerging as the new battleground. New demands are being put on the network with the rise of 5G, cloud, IoT and other exciting technologies. MEF joins the podcast to discuss the role of software-defined networking, how cloud providers and service providers are working together, and why the edge is the new battleground. New demands are being put on the network with the rise of 5G, cloud, IoT and other exciting technologies. MEF joins the podcast to discuss the role of software-defined networking, how cloud providers and service providers are working together, and why the edge is the new battleground. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep32-bp-mef.mp3 Wed, 24 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400 0:28:11 no CDOT’s Bob Fifer and John Williams share what network requirements are needed to maintain the 28 billion miles of annual vehicle travel on Colorado’s roadways and make them safer for not only future travelers but wildlife as well. Real-time avalanche detection, monitoring landslides and wildfires are only part of a typical day for the Colorado Department of Transportation. In this episode, we talk to Bob Fifer and John Williams of CDOT about how they're using an intelligent and adaptive network to help inform travelers and make roadways safer. Real-time avalanche detection, monitoring landslides and wildfires are only part of a typical day for the Colorado Department of Transportation. In this episode, we talk to Bob Fifer and John Williams of CDOT about how they're using an intelligent and adaptive network to help inform travelers and make roadways safer. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep31-cdot.mp3 Wed, 03 Jun 2020 00:00:00 -0400 0:38:05 no Vocus Group CTO Vic McClelland joins Blue Planet’s Kailem Anderson and Arista’s Ken Kiser to discuss how the company has transformed its network to meet customer demands in today’s digital-first world. People today expect simple and always on digital experiences. Australia's Vocus Group has taken bold steps to meet this need. Tune in to hear how the operator has worked with Blue Planet and Arista Networks to transform its network to quickly adapt today. People today expect simple and always on digital experiences. Australia's Vocus Group has taken bold steps to meet this need. Tune in to hear how the operator has worked with Blue Planet and Arista Networks to transform its network to quickly adapt today. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep30-digitaldisruption.mp3 Fri, 24 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400 0:31:57 no Aqua Comms CEO Nigel Bayliff joins Ciena’s Ian Clarke to discuss myths and misconceptions of more than 150 years of submarine cables and look to the future of what’s to come. There is no room for error when launching a submarine cable – you have to get it right the first time. Oil rigs, electric cables, currents - all of these underlying factors underneath the sea have to be considered when mapping out this complex procedure. Aqua Comms CEO Nigel Bayliff and Ciena's Ian Clarke discuss the intense, arduous process of building multimillion-dollar submarine cables. There is no room for error when launching a submarine cable – you have to get it right the first time. Oil rigs, electric cables, currents - all of these underlying factors underneath the sea have to be considered when mapping out this complex procedure. Aqua Comms CEO Nigel Bayliff and Ciena's Ian Clarke discuss the intense, arduous process of building multimillion-dollar submarine cables. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep29-submarine.mp3 Mon, 06 Apr 2020 00:00:00 -0400 0:39:00 no Tune in to hear 5G Americas’ Chris Pearson and Ciena’s Brian Lavallée discuss real-life 5G business use cases for several industries including healthcare, gaming, and utilities. From providing faster and smarter networks to help fight forest fires, support remote medical care and even reduce environmental issues with smarter traffic management systems, the various ways in which 5G will enhance our lives are virtually endless. In this podcast episode, join 5G Americas' Chris Pearson and Ciena's Brian Lavallée as they discuss real-life 5G business use cases for several industries including healthcare, gaming, and utilities. From providing faster and smarter networks to help fight forest fires, support remote medical care and even reduce environmental issues with smarter traffic management systems, the various ways in which 5G will enhance our lives are virtually endless. In this podcast episode, join 5G Americas' Chris Pearson and Ciena's Brian Lavallée as they discuss real-life 5G business use cases for several industries including healthcare, gaming, and utilities. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena_ep28_5G-game-changer.mp3 Wed, 19 Feb 2020 00:00:00 -0500 0:31:51 no Ciena’s CTO Steve Alexander discusses key trends shaping networks in 2020 and beyond, including 5G, edge computing, and AI. In this episode, Ciena's CTO Steve Alexander discusses key trends that will shape the industry in 2020 and beyond including, 5G, edge computing, and AI. We also take a look back at how technology defined the last decade and helped inspire a new, more immersive connectivity experience. In this episode, Ciena's CTO Steve Alexander discusses key trends that will shape the industry in 2020 and beyond including, 5G, edge computing, and AI. We also take a look back at how technology defined the last decade and helped inspire a new, more immersive connectivity experience. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep27_2020Predictions.mp3 Mon, 13 Jan 2020 00:00:00 -0500 0:26:01 no From understanding how lightning strikes to keeping a watchful eye on Channel Island’s Bald Eagles, Internet2’s network powers real scientific innovation and advances research and discovery. In this episode, Ciena’s Rod Wilson and his long-time... From understanding how lightning strikes to keeping a watchful eye on Channel Island's Bald Eagles, Internet2's network powers real scientific innovation and advances research and discovery. In this episode, Ciena's Rod Wilson and his long-time colleagues Rob Vietzke and Chris Wilkinson from Internet2 discuss the future of R&E networks and reminisce about some of their favorite milestones and technology firsts from the last two decades including deploying the first trans-Atlantic 100G link to powering the 2019 SC Conference with 400G connectivity. From understanding how lightning strikes to keeping a watchful eye on Channel Island's Bald Eagles, Internet2's network powers real scientific innovation and advances research and discovery. In this episode, Ciena's Rod Wilson and his long-time colleagues Rob Vietzke and Chris Wilkinson from Internet2 discuss the future of R&E networks and reminisce about some of their favorite milestones and technology firsts from the last two decades including deploying the first trans-Atlantic 100G link to powering the 2019 SC Conference with 400G connectivity. https://cdnapisec.kaltura.com/p/2912111/sp/291211100/playManifest/entryId/1_fcw6uulp/flavorId/1_o5xnw4pq/protocol/https/format/url/a.mp3 Thu, 19 Dec 2019 00:00:00 -0500 0:30:16 no Japan is known for always being on the cusp of the most advanced technologies and innovations. The country is taking bold steps to drive 5G, Artificial Intelligence, and Internet of Things initiatives that will greatly impact the lives of consumers and... Japan is known for always being on the cusp of the most advanced technologies and innovations. The country is taking bold steps to drive 5G, Artificial Intelligence, and Internet of Things initiatives that will greatly impact the lives of consumers and businesses alike. From new ways of broadcasting sumo wrestling to navigating the supply chain of Japan's agriculture, Ciena's Rick Seeto discusses ways Japan is paving the way for our next digital frontier. Japan is known for always being on the cusp of the most advanced technologies and innovations. The country is taking bold steps to drive 5G, Artificial Intelligence, and Internet of Things initiatives that will greatly impact the lives of consumers and businesses alike. From new ways of broadcasting sumo wrestling to navigating the supply chain of Japan's agriculture, Ciena's Rick Seeto discusses ways Japan is paving the way for our next digital frontier. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep25-breakneckspeed.mp3 Tue, 05 Nov 2019 00:00:00 -0500 0:16:09 no Special guest Matt Senderhauf, CoreSite’s director of product management, joins Kailem Anderson, Blue Planet’s VP of portfolio engineering, to discuss the cloud, barriers data center operators face, and how automation is key in today’s multi-cloud era. Today's multi-cloud era is being driven by growing connectivity demands. From edge computing to IoT, data centers are working swiftly to support emerging trends facing service providers and enterprises. In this episode, CoreSite's Matt Senderhauf joins Blue Planet's Kailem Anderson to discuss how data centers use advanced software and automation to keep up with the cloud. Today's multi-cloud era is being driven by growing connectivity demands. From edge computing to IoT, data centers are working swiftly to support emerging trends facing service providers and enterprises. In this episode, CoreSite's Matt Senderhauf joins Blue Planet's Kailem Anderson to discuss how data centers use advanced software and automation to keep up with the cloud. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep24_cloud-networking.mp3 Wed, 16 Oct 2019 00:00:00 -0400 0:23:56 no Tune in to hear from special guest Craig Levine, ESL’s Global Chief Strategy Officer, along with Ciena’s Steve Alexander and Joe Cumello as they discuss the explosive growth in the gaming and esports industries and how the network plays a key role in... Gaming is quickly becoming the sports pastime of today's digital generation, and players and spectators are driving its explosive growth. Long gone are the days of inviting friends over to play Super Mario Brothers on your home console. Today's gaming experiences can happen right in the palm of your hand where you compete against players from all over the world. In this episode, ESL's Craig Levine joins Ciena's Steve Alexander and Joe Cumello to discuss where the network and gaming/esports collide. Gaming is quickly becoming the sports pastime of today's digital generation, and players and spectators are driving its explosive growth. Long gone are the days of inviting friends over to play Super Mario Brothers on your home console. Today's gaming experiences can happen right in the palm of your hand where you compete against players from all over the world. In this episode, ESL's Craig Levine joins Ciena's Steve Alexander and Joe Cumello to discuss where the network and gaming/esports collide. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep23-gaming.mp3 Sun, 01 Sep 2019 00:00:00 -0400 0:29:54 no Ciena’s CIO discusses Digital Transformation, change management and ways businesses can successfully roll-out new tools to improve employee adoption and collaboration. Craig Williams, Ciena's CIO, gives a “behind the scenes” look at his approach to change management and its role in driving successful digital transformation. He also offers tips to help spark employee engagement and adoption for new tools like video conferencing and mobile applications. Craig Williams, Ciena's CIO, gives a “behind the scenes” look at his approach to change management and its role in driving successful digital transformation. He also offers tips to help spark employee engagement and adoption for new tools like video conferencing and mobile applications. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep22-transformation.mp3 Mon, 19 Aug 2019 00:00:00 -0400 0:29:14 no In this episode, Pierre Boucher from ENCQOR and Ciena’s Brian Lavallée discuss how 5G is becoming a reality more and more every day, from making museum exhibits more interactive to controlling mining equipment remotely. The notion that 5G is mostly hype is quickly becoming old news. Many organizations around the world are investing more resources into exploring how 5G will deliver a better user experience. In this episode of the podcast, Pierre Boucher from ENCQOR and Ciena's Brian Lavallée discuss the impact 5G will have on various industries from gaming to utilities to mining. Imagine how 5G can make your next trip to the museum even more educational with augmented reality exhibits or controlling mining equipment that is complex and potentially risky from a remote location. The possibilities are limitless and a 5G-enabled future is near. The notion that 5G is mostly hype is quickly becoming old news. Many organizations around the world are investing more resources into exploring how 5G will deliver a better user experience. In this episode of the podcast, Pierre Boucher from ENCQOR and Ciena's Brian Lavallée discuss the impact 5G will have on various industries from gaming to utilities to mining. Imagine how 5G can make your next trip to the museum even more educational with augmented reality exhibits or controlling mining equipment that is complex and potentially risky from a remote location. The possibilities are limitless and a 5G-enabled future is near. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep21-5g.mp3 Mon, 01 Jul 2019 00:00:00 -0400 0:29:16 no In this episode, Southern Cross’ Craige Sloots talks about the latest advancements on its NEXT submarine cable network. And, Ciena experts Ian Clarke, Darwin Evans, and Brian Lavallée discuss some of the latest drivers impacting the submarine market. Submarine cable networks are the silent workhorses of the internet - carrying over 99 percent of the intercontinental traffic and over $10 trillion in transactions, every single day! On this episode, Craige Sloots from Southern Cross talks about the operator's NEXT submarine cable network, which is expected to deliver connectivity to some of the Pacific Islands for the first time. Also, Ciena experts Ian Clarke, Darwin Evans, and Brian Lavallée share their views on where the submarine industry is headed and key trends impacting the sector like machine learning and artificial intelligence, 5G, security and the growth of data centers to support global connectivity. Submarine cable networks are the silent workhorses of the internet - carrying over 99 percent of the intercontinental traffic and over $10 trillion in transactions, every single day! On this episode, Craige Sloots from Southern Cross talks about the operator's NEXT submarine cable network, which is expected to deliver connectivity to some of the Pacific Islands for the first time. Also, Ciena experts Ian Clarke, Darwin Evans, and Brian Lavallée share their views on where the submarine industry is headed and key trends impacting the sector like machine learning and artificial intelligence, 5G, security and the growth of data centers to support global connectivity. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep20-subsea.mp3 Fri, 31 May 2019 00:00:00 -0400 0:36:03 no Ciena’s Michael Hubbard, Dave Doucet, and Melissa Trezise share why they became optical and software engineers, what keeps them motivated and how they’re helping today’s networks to adapt and keep the world connected. Engineers make the world go round. And, at Ciena, the fruits of their labor make it possible for our networks to handle endless hours of Netflix content, long-distance Facetime chats and Fortnite gaming marathons. In this episode, we talk to some of Ciena's optical and software engineers about what it's like to be at the forefront of driving technological change behind today's network to support surging bandwidth demands. Get a “behind the scenes” glimpse of what it's like to be an engineer at Ciena as well as their thoughts on the importance of diversity in the industry, and what keeps them motivated. Engineers make the world go round. And, at Ciena, the fruits of their labor make it possible for our networks to handle endless hours of Netflix content, long-distance Facetime chats and Fortnite gaming marathons. In this episode, we talk to some of Ciena's optical and software engineers about what it's like to be at the forefront of driving technological change behind today's network to support surging bandwidth demands. Get a “behind the scenes” glimpse of what it's like to be an engineer at Ciena as well as their thoughts on the importance of diversity in the industry, and what keeps them motivated. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep19-engineers.mp3 Thu, 28 Mar 2019 00:00:00 -0400 0:35:45 no Scott McFeely and Dino DiPerna take listeners behind-the-scenes on Ciena’s latest technology breakthrough – WaveLogic 5 – that will continue to redefine the possibilities of today’s networks with programmable 800G and footprint-optimized solutions. Technology has profoundly changed the way we communicate and consume content; from how we share videos, to how we stream and binge-watch our favorite shows on smart devices. None of this would be possible without the underlying optical networks. But, are networks prepared for this voracious and often unpredictable demand? Enter WaveLogic 5, Ciena's latest generation of coherent technology that will help network operators tackle scale, cost and efficiency challenges in their networks, and enable high bandwidth connectivity to consumers to bring new applications to life. In this episode, Ciena's Scott McFeely and Dino DiPerna discuss how WaveLogic 5's programmable 800G and footprint-optimized solutions will transform network performance and our overall digital experiences. Technology has profoundly changed the way we communicate and consume content; from how we share videos, to how we stream and binge-watch our favorite shows on smart devices. None of this would be possible without the underlying optical networks. But, are networks prepared for this voracious and often unpredictable demand? Enter WaveLogic 5, Ciena's latest generation of coherent technology that will help network operators tackle scale, cost and efficiency challenges in their networks, and enable high bandwidth connectivity to consumers to bring new applications to life. In this episode, Ciena's Scott McFeely and Dino DiPerna discuss how WaveLogic 5's programmable 800G and footprint-optimized solutions will transform network performance and our overall digital experiences. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep18-wavelogic5.mp3 Wed, 20 Feb 2019 00:00:00 -0500 0:33:45 no Ciena’s Chief Technology Officer, Steve Alexander, shares his thoughts on some of the key technologies on the horizon like 5G, Artificial Intelligence, Data Center Interconnect and Blockchain. We also take a brief look back at some of our predictions... Ciena's Chief Technology Officer, Steve Alexander, shares his thoughts on some of the key technologies on the horizon like 5G, Artificial Intelligence, Data Center Interconnect and Blockchain. We also take a brief look back at some of our predictions from 2018 and years prior. Ciena's Chief Technology Officer, Steve Alexander, shares his thoughts on some of the key technologies on the horizon like 5G, Artificial Intelligence, Data Center Interconnect and Blockchain. We also take a brief look back at some of our predictions from 2018 and years prior. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep17-2019predictions.mp3 Tue, 15 Jan 2019 00:00:00 -0500 0:33:30 no Mark Stevens, Ciena’s Director of CSR provides an overview of the Ciena CARES community outreach program. Also, Sondra Smith, Director of CSR for CenturyLink, joins as a special guest to share recent benevolent activities lead by the organization. Mark Stevens, Ciena's Director of CSR provides an overview of the Ciena CARES community outreach program. Also, Sondra Smith, Director of CSR for CenturyLink, joins as a special guest to share recent benevolent activities lead by the organization. Mark Stevens, Ciena's Director of CSR provides an overview of the Ciena CARES community outreach program. Also, Sondra Smith, Director of CSR for CenturyLink, joins as a special guest to share recent benevolent activities lead by the organization. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep16-cares.mp3 Fri, 21 Dec 2018 00:00:00 -0500 0:23:49 no Tune into this podcast to hear from Ciena’s Kailem Anderson as he discusses how AI makes it possible for an autonomous network to configure, monitor and maintain itself independently. Artificial intelligence (AI) and the elements that make up the cloud are converging to enable the next level of smart technology, which will allow networks to run with minimal to no human intervention. With AI, future networks will be more predictive and intelligent, programmed to automatically make recommendations, implement policies and respond to changes instantly. Tune into this podcast to hear from Ciena's Kailem Anderson as he discusses how AI makes it possible for an autonomous network to configure, monitor and maintain itself independently. Artificial intelligence (AI) and the elements that make up the cloud are converging to enable the next level of smart technology, which will allow networks to run with minimal to no human intervention. With AI, future networks will be more predictive and intelligent, programmed to automatically make recommendations, implement policies and respond to changes instantly. Tune into this podcast to hear from Ciena's Kailem Anderson as he discusses how AI makes it possible for an autonomous network to configure, monitor and maintain itself independently. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep15-ai.mp3 Mon, 22 Oct 2018 00:00:00 -0400 0:23:33 no Channa Seneviratne, Telstra’s Executive Director Wireless & Infrastructure Engineering, David Cooper, Ericsson’s Head of Network Solutions for Australia & New Zealand join Ciena’s Anup Changaroth, CTO for the Asia-Pacific region. In a world where user demands are skyrocketing, the volume of devices and data is exploding, and legacy systems are incapable of keeping up, how must networks evolve? Special guests Telstra and Ericsson join the podcast to share their views and discuss the evolution of today's networks and what it means to end users. They also touch upon hot trends and recent work in the area of 5G, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence and 400G. In a world where user demands are skyrocketing, the volume of devices and data is exploding, and legacy systems are incapable of keeping up, how must networks evolve? Special guests Telstra and Ericsson join the podcast to share their views and discuss the evolution of today's networks and what it means to end users. They also touch upon hot trends and recent work in the area of 5G, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence and 400G. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep14-keytrends.mp3 Fri, 21 Sep 2018 00:00:00 -0400 0:37:50 no Rick Seeto discusses some of the latest industry trends and Ciena’s continued success across the Asia-Pacific region, including new hires and a new office in Japan. Ciena is at the forefront of Asia's digital transformation. On this episode, Rick Seeto, VP and GM of Asia-Pacific & Japan, discusses Ciena's recent expansion and success across the Asia-Pacific region. We take a closer look at some of the key drivers, including 5G, over-the-top video and the Internet of Things, as well as opportunities in emerging markets like, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam and Thailand. Ciena is at the forefront of Asia's digital transformation. On this episode, Rick Seeto, VP and GM of Asia-Pacific & Japan, discusses Ciena's recent expansion and success across the Asia-Pacific region. We take a closer look at some of the key drivers, including 5G, over-the-top video and the Internet of Things, as well as opportunities in emerging markets like, Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam and Thailand. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep13-digitaltransformation.mp3 Thu, 30 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 0:22:35 no Ciena’s CIO Craig Williams discusses ways that IT professionals can play a more prominent role in today’s rapidly changing work environment where businesses rely more heavily on the cloud, all-the-time/anytime collaboration tools, artificial... Flash back 20 years - email was just being introduced to the work place, teleworking was sparse, and video conferencing was unheard of. That's all changed considerably – and it's imperative that IT personnel embrace policies that are consistent with the modern work climate, while looking to the future so their companies are not left in the dust. Ciena's CIO Craig Williams walks us through his IT methodology, including his “PHD” hiring approach, and why you should run IT like a bagel shop. Flash back 20 years - email was just being introduced to the work place, teleworking was sparse, and video conferencing was unheard of. That's all changed considerably – and it's imperative that IT personnel embrace policies that are consistent with the modern work climate, while looking to the future so their companies are not left in the dust. Ciena's CIO Craig Williams walks us through his IT methodology, including his “PHD” hiring approach, and why you should run IT like a bagel shop. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep12-cio.mp3 Wed, 01 Aug 2018 00:00:00 -0400 0:34:40 no India’s telecom market is seeing tremendous growth, as mobile subscribership continues to skyrocket and the Indian government undertakes initiatives to improve broadband connectivity for its citizens. Join Ciena’s Ryan Perera and Dimple Amin as they... India is one of the standout markets for network infrastructure growth. According to the GSMA's 2018 Mobile Economy report, India will contribute over 300 million of the 1.75 billion increase in mobile internet users in the period from 2017 to 2025. In addition to significant mobile subscribership growth, major Indian government initiatives such as Digital India, a countrywide initiative to bring citizens online, are helping to improve connectivity for government entities, schools, hospitals, and rural villages.Join Ciena's Ryan Perera and Dimple Amin as they discuss the company's expansion in the region as well as share insights on the where the country's telecom industry is headed. India is one of the standout markets for network infrastructure growth. According to the GSMA's 2018 Mobile Economy report, India will contribute over 300 million of the 1.75 billion increase in mobile internet users in the period from 2017 to 2025. In addition to significant mobile subscribership growth, major Indian government initiatives such as Digital India, a countrywide initiative to bring citizens online, are helping to improve connectivity for government entities, schools, hospitals, and rural villages.Join Ciena's Ryan Perera and Dimple Amin as they discuss the company's expansion in the region as well as share insights on the where the country's telecom industry is headed. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep11-india.mp3 Wed, 27 Jun 2018 00:00:00 -0400 0:17:08 no Ciena’s Chip Redden, Rebecca Prudhomme, and ACG Research’s Tim Doiron discuss the results of a recent survey that highlights what motivates service providers across the globe to adapt their networks to be more intelligent, flexible and automated. To dive deeper into what motivates service providers to adapt their networks to be more intelligent, flexible and automated, Ciena and ACG Research surveyed 200 of the industry's top service providers across the globe. Tune in to this podcast as Ciena's Chip Redden, Rebecca Prudhomme, and ACG Research's Tim Doiron discuss some of the key findings including which Marvel superhero operators would most want their future automated network to resemble. Here's a hint…it's, not Iron Man. To dive deeper into what motivates service providers to adapt their networks to be more intelligent, flexible and automated, Ciena and ACG Research surveyed 200 of the industry's top service providers across the globe. Tune in to this podcast as Ciena's Chip Redden, Rebecca Prudhomme, and ACG Research's Tim Doiron discuss some of the key findings including which Marvel superhero operators would most want their future automated network to resemble. Here's a hint…it's, not Iron Man. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep10-automation.mp3 Fri, 18 May 2018 00:00:00 -0400 0:16:25 no Glenn Wellbrock, Verizon's director of optical transport planning, and Ciena's Kevin Sheehan discuss the goals and challenges with Verizon's initiative to consolidate and operate a single seamless network infrastructure with their One Network initiative. Glenn Wellbrock, Verizon's director of optical transport planning, and Ciena's Kevin Sheehan discuss the goals and challenges of Verizon's effort to consolidate and operate a single seamless network infrastructure with their One Network initiative. This daunting task, of course, does not come without its challenges. Glenn and Kevin talk through the challenges and road that led them to make this far-out concept a reality. Wireless networks are exploding – the future of 5G is bursting at the seams, and Verizon is providing the fuel to drive the machine. Glenn Wellbrock, Verizon's director of optical transport planning, and Ciena's Kevin Sheehan discuss the goals and challenges of Verizon's effort to consolidate and operate a single seamless network infrastructure with their One Network initiative. This daunting task, of course, does not come without its challenges. Glenn and Kevin talk through the challenges and road that led them to make this far-out concept a reality. Wireless networks are exploding – the future of 5G is bursting at the seams, and Verizon is providing the fuel to drive the machine. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep9-one-network.mp3 Thu, 22 Mar 2018 00:00:00 -0400 0:35:00 no 2018 has only just begun, but what trends will unfold the rest of the year? We circle the globe asking some of our experts about the key technologies operators might expect to take center stage this year, if any technologies from 2017 will continue to... 2017 was the year that pushed operators to think about the network in a new way – one that can support massive data surges from the demand for greater access to cloud applications such as Netflix and Spotify, to the wave of connected devices placing new strain on the network. As we wade deeper into 2018, what new trends and challenges will emerge? Tune in as we talk to a cast of Ciena experts about what we might expect for the rest of 2018, and what existing technologies will play larger roles as operators look to evolve the network to new levels of intelligence and programmability. 2017 was the year that pushed operators to think about the network in a new way – one that can support massive data surges from the demand for greater access to cloud applications such as Netflix and Spotify, to the wave of connected devices placing new strain on the network. As we wade deeper into 2018, what new trends and challenges will emerge? Tune in as we talk to a cast of Ciena experts about what we might expect for the rest of 2018, and what existing technologies will play larger roles as operators look to evolve the network to new levels of intelligence and programmability. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep7-the-network-2018.mp3 Mon, 29 Jan 2018 00:00:00 -0500 0:27:58 no Ciena’s Loudon Blair reflects on the evolving retail landscape and what’s required from a networking perspective for businesses to answer the call of the always-on, instant gratification economy. Taking the family to the local department store, once a time-honored tradition, is an event that has fallen by the wayside as eCommerce becomes routine. In this episode, Ciena's Corporate Strategist Loudon Blair reflects on the evolving retail landscape and what's required from a networking perspective for businesses to answer the call of the always-on, instant gratification economy. We also discuss some of the emerging retail trends as they relate to IoT, augmented reality and virtual reality. Taking the family to the local department store, once a time-honored tradition, is an event that has fallen by the wayside as eCommerce becomes routine. In this episode, Ciena's Corporate Strategist Loudon Blair reflects on the evolving retail landscape and what's required from a networking perspective for businesses to answer the call of the always-on, instant gratification economy. We also discuss some of the emerging retail trends as they relate to IoT, augmented reality and virtual reality. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep6-holiday-retail-r4.mp3 Wed, 20 Dec 2017 00:00:00 -0500 0:30:32 no 2017 marks Ciena’s 25th anniversary – November 8 to be exact. In this episode, veteran telecom reporter Carol Wilson speaks with Gary Smith, Ciena’s long-time CEO; Steve Alexander, Ciena’s CTO, and Steve Chaddick, one of the company’s co-founders, about... With 25 years under its belt, Ciena has come a long way from its early days as an optical network startup. In this episode of our Network Insights podcast, veteran telecom reporter Carol Wilson speaks with Gary Smith, Ciena's long-time CEO; Steve Alexander, Ciena's CTO, and Steve Chaddick, one of the company's co-founders, about Ciena's history and plans for the future. The brilliant team behind today's multi-billion-dollar network strategy and technology company reflects on the early days bringing a then un-heard of network technology to market, the trials and tribulations of growing a business through innovation and acquisition during uncertain economic times, and then provides some insight into what the future holds for the telecom industry, and Ciena specifically. With 25 years under its belt, Ciena has come a long way from its early days as an optical network startup. In this episode of our Network Insights podcast, veteran telecom reporter Carol Wilson speaks with Gary Smith, Ciena's long-time CEO; Steve Alexander, Ciena's CTO, and Steve Chaddick, one of the company's co-founders, about Ciena's history and plans for the future. The brilliant team behind today's multi-billion-dollar network strategy and technology company reflects on the early days bringing a then un-heard of network technology to market, the trials and tribulations of growing a business through innovation and acquisition during uncertain economic times, and then provides some insight into what the future holds for the telecom industry, and Ciena specifically. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep5-25-years.mp3 Wed, 08 Nov 2017 00:00:00 -0500 0:41:14 no These days, many prominent businesses have reported being victims of high-profile hacks from the financial sector to Internet search engines. This is National Cyber Security Awareness Month and now couldn’t be a better time for a refresher course on the... No industry or individual is immune from sophisticated cyber attacks, and today, securing networks and customer data is top of mind for everyone from the CEO to IT leaders. In this National Cyber Security Awareness Month edition of Network Insights, we'll look at the rise of cyberattacks, highlight government legislation enacted to combat security breaches, and examine how businesses can respond to these threats. Windstream's Kelly Crosby joins us later in the conversation to discuss his company's efforts to help enterprises address their security challenges. No industry or individual is immune from sophisticated cyber attacks, and today, securing networks and customer data is top of mind for everyone from the CEO to IT leaders. In this National Cyber Security Awareness Month edition of Network Insights, we'll look at the rise of cyberattacks, highlight government legislation enacted to combat security breaches, and examine how businesses can respond to these threats. Windstream's Kelly Crosby joins us later in the conversation to discuss his company's efforts to help enterprises address their security challenges. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep4-security-podcast.mp3 Wed, 25 Oct 2017 00:00:00 -0400 0:28:04 no Contrary to popular belief, satellites account for a miniscule part of keeping the world connected. Submarine networks do the heavy lifting—all from the depths of the ocean floors. Contrary to popular belief, satellites account for a miniscule part of keeping the world connected. Submarine networks do the heavy lifting-all from the depths of the ocean floors. In fact, submarine networks carry over 99% of the world's intercontinental electronic communications traffic. And this month, connectivity experts will have their eyes on this critical infrastructure at Submarine Networks World in Singapore. Ciena CTO Steve Alexander will present at the event taking place in Singapore on September 26th. On the podcast today, Brian Lavallee discusses various topics of interest in this fascinating segment of the global network. Contrary to popular belief, satellites account for a miniscule part of keeping the world connected. Submarine networks do the heavy lifting-all from the depths of the ocean floors. In fact, submarine networks carry over 99% of the world's intercontinental electronic communications traffic. And this month, connectivity experts will have their eyes on this critical infrastructure at Submarine Networks World in Singapore. Ciena CTO Steve Alexander will present at the event taking place in Singapore on September 26th. On the podcast today, Brian Lavallee discusses various topics of interest in this fascinating segment of the global network. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep3-submarine-podcast.mp3 Mon, 25 Sep 2017 00:00:00 -0400 0:21:54 no Today, we’re talking about digital education in general – how schools can provide it, the tech investments they need to make to support it, and how to find available public and private resources to fund the investments, including E-Rate. Back to School: It's that time of year again - back to school! While parents and students have been out buying school supplies, deciding on courses, and shopping for new clothes and mobile devices in preparation, school districts have been working to ensure they have the high-capacity network infrastructure in place to deliver a robust digital learning experience. The chief concern of district superintendents, CIO's, CTO's and other technology professionals across the country is the critical role of digital equity in bridging the achievement and economic gaps within student populations and in ensuring an equitable future for all. And within, or perhaps overarching, is the need to grow connectivity to support digital learning (and provide digital equity) without a growing budget. Today, we're talking to our own Daniele Loffreda about digital education in general - how schools can provide it, the tech investments they need to make to support it, and how to find available public and private resources to fund the investments, including E-Rate. He'll talk about some of the different initiatives taking place in schools around the country, and also provide insight into the concern, confusion and hope around the FCC E-Rate program. Back to School: It's that time of year again - back to school! While parents and students have been out buying school supplies, deciding on courses, and shopping for new clothes and mobile devices in preparation, school districts have been working to ensure they have the high-capacity network infrastructure in place to deliver a robust digital learning experience. The chief concern of district superintendents, CIO's, CTO's and other technology professionals across the country is the critical role of digital equity in bridging the achievement and economic gaps within student populations and in ensuring an equitable future for all. And within, or perhaps overarching, is the need to grow connectivity to support digital learning (and provide digital equity) without a growing budget. Today, we're talking to our own Daniele Loffreda about digital education in general - how schools can provide it, the tech investments they need to make to support it, and how to find available public and private resources to fund the investments, including E-Rate. He'll talk about some of the different initiatives taking place in schools around the country, and also provide insight into the concern, confusion and hope around the FCC E-Rate program. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep2-edu-podcast.mp3 Wed, 23 Aug 2017 00:00:00 -0400 0:24:15 no Nothing demonstrates our dependence on mobile connectivity quite like the long summer vacation from school. How else are parents going to entertain angst kids on the long trip to grandma’s house? Nothing demonstrates our dependence on mobile connectivity quite like the long summer vacation from school. How else are parents going to entertain angsty kids on the long trip to grandma's house? U.S. consumers and business users are spending many hours on our mobile phones each day, with that number poised to grow even more. 5G promises step increases in performance that will unleash new applications and services that today's best effort 4G/LTE networks cannot support, but much change needs to happen first. Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) need to carefully consider their 5G wireline infrastructure strategies in order to fully capitalize on the commercial opportunity. Today, we're talking to our own Brian Lavallee about the transformative promise of 5G, the state of 5G globally, and the technology strategies MNOs are taking to get to 5G. Nothing demonstrates our dependence on mobile connectivity quite like the long summer vacation from school. How else are parents going to entertain angsty kids on the long trip to grandma's house? U.S. consumers and business users are spending many hours on our mobile phones each day, with that number poised to grow even more. 5G promises step increases in performance that will unleash new applications and services that today's best effort 4G/LTE networks cannot support, but much change needs to happen first. Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) need to carefully consider their 5G wireline infrastructure strategies in order to fully capitalize on the commercial opportunity. Today, we're talking to our own Brian Lavallee about the transformative promise of 5G, the state of 5G globally, and the technology strategies MNOs are taking to get to 5G. https://mktextfw.ciena.com/podcasts/ciena-ep1-5g-podcast.mp3 Mon, 17 Jul 2017 00:00:00 -0400 0:28:13 no