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Waves with Wireless Nerd
Drew Lentz the Wirelessnerd
77 episodes
3 weeks ago
Send us a text The wireless world just flipped from speed bragging rights to real‑world reliability, and we’re here for it. We break down how Wi‑Fi 7 went mainstream faster than anyone expected, why Cisco’s below‑6E pricing and AI‑ops licensing strategy vaulted them to the top, and what that means if you’re debating an upgrade from Wi‑Fi 6 or 6E. The decision no longer ends at the radio—it’s about committing to a cloud and AI stack that will steer roaming, airtime, and assurance for years. T...
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Send us a text The wireless world just flipped from speed bragging rights to real‑world reliability, and we’re here for it. We break down how Wi‑Fi 7 went mainstream faster than anyone expected, why Cisco’s below‑6E pricing and AI‑ops licensing strategy vaulted them to the top, and what that means if you’re debating an upgrade from Wi‑Fi 6 or 6E. The decision no longer ends at the radio—it’s about committing to a cloud and AI stack that will steer roaming, airtime, and assurance for years. T...
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Waves with Wireless Nerd
Why Wi‑Fi 7’s Surge Matters And How Wi‑Fi 8 Will Change Network Design - Plus the WiFiNow Awards and BEAD Funds!
Send us a text The wireless world just flipped from speed bragging rights to real‑world reliability, and we’re here for it. We break down how Wi‑Fi 7 went mainstream faster than anyone expected, why Cisco’s below‑6E pricing and AI‑ops licensing strategy vaulted them to the top, and what that means if you’re debating an upgrade from Wi‑Fi 6 or 6E. The decision no longer ends at the radio—it’s about committing to a cloud and AI stack that will steer roaming, airtime, and assurance for years. T...
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3 weeks ago
18 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
From Fries To Fiber, Dual-Mode APs, Multi-Cloud to WiFi 8, 5G & more!
Send us a text A week in Vegas turned into a crash course in where networking is headed—starting with a potato-smashing contest at Five Guys and ending with Eero tunnels landing cleanly in AWS. That gut-level, customer-first perspective sets the tone as we dig into real demos, new tools, and the shifting policies that shape what gets built next. We unpack how a simple site-to-site VPN and a transit gateway can turn small sites into first-class cloud citizens, then jump into Kiro, an AI-drive...
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3 weeks ago
27 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
re:Invent 25 for Wireless Nerds: Free Burgers, Faster Satellites, And Wi‑Fi That Actually Works
Send us a text Special edition! Cloud meets real‑world scale on the Las Vegas strip as we line up two big stories: Amazon Leo’s leap to gigabit‑class LEO connectivity and a live eero deployment inside the largest Five Guys in the franchise. We set the scene for reInvent, map out the sessions worth your time, and explain how these pieces fit into a resilient, transport‑agnostic network strategy you can actually deploy. First, we break down why Amazon Leo’s enterprise preview matters for archi...
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1 month ago
6 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Desired State Networking, Nostalgia, New Gear From Meter & Ubiquiti, T-Mobile’s Slicing, Wi‑Fi 7, And EU Spectrum Shifts
Send us a text A week in San Francisco rekindled the builder’s spirit: start with intent, then craft the hardware, software, and process to make that outcome inevitable. From the Pier 27 backdrop to on‑stage moments with Anil, Sunil, and Bob Metcalfe, we trace how desired state networking shifts the conversation away from bolt‑ons and toward autonomy, reliability, and clarity. Think less “features” and more “the network just does what we expect”—and if it drifts, it self‑corrects and tells us...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
How Carriers, Cafes, And Satellites Are Rewriting Internet Access. Also: It's meter up week! What to expect..
Send us a text Tomorrow’s Meter Up has the Wi‑Fi world buzzing, and we’re stepping into it with a full slate of stories reshaping how we connect. We set the stage with what we want to learn from Meter’s year of deployments—real outcomes, support models, and how Wi‑Fi 7 fits when most devices are still 6E—then fan out to the bigger map: carriers, cafes, satellites, and the stubborn problem of affordability. AT&T’s rapid mid‑band 5G rollout is a stakes‑raising move, accelerating downloads ...
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1 month ago
17 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Why Wi-Fi 8 Multi-AP Coordination, Wi‑Fi 7 Rollouts And Open RAN Moves Signal A Faster, Smarter Network Future
Send us a text Headlines hit hard this week, and we stitched them into a practical roadmap you can use. We start with the fresh demos pointing toward Wi‑Fi 8’s multi‑AP future—coordinated radios, smarter spectral reuse, and AI‑assisted congestion control aimed squarely at dense campuses where roaming and contention burn time and budget. Some features may stay aspirational, but the signal is clear: access points are learning to cooperate, not compete. From there we ground the hype in what’s s...
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2 months ago
9 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
An Interview with Matt Larsen, WISPA 2025 Operator of the Year: How Open Access Could Rewrite The ISP Playbook
Send us a text What if the best ISP on your block doesn’t own the tower—or even the access network? Drew sits down with Matt Larson, founder and CEO of VistaBeam and chair of WISPA, to explore how open access for fixed wireless and fiber could flip the broadband model from top to bottom. With radio platforms now supporting hundreds of subscribers per sector and multi‑operator IDs on the same AP, shared infrastructure is finally reliable enough to scale. We dig into the real-world friction be...
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2 months ago
18 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Pop-up Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi Sensing, Backscatter & More! Waves October 2025
Send us a text A polo field, a VIP tent, and thousands of devices waiting to light up—this week we take you behind the scenes of building a festival‑grade network that had to stand up fast, survive wind and wobble, and still deliver when John Mayer took the stage. We share the practical playbook: dual circuits into a gateway, 60 GHz point‑to‑multipoint for distribution, clean PoE runs to access points, and the small field hacks—like orange flags on telescoping poles—that make line of sight an...
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3 months ago
47 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
The Future of Restaurant Hospitality, Technology & Connectivity. Plus: Apple's N1 Chip!
Send us a text The wireless world never stops evolving, and in this episode, Drew Lentz takes us on a journey through the latest developments across multiple technology frontiers. Starting with Apple's intriguing N1 chip introduction, Drew explores what this means for wireless communications and sparks a fascinating discussion about whether Apple might resurrect their once-popular Airport routers. Could this custom silicon be the foundation for Apple's return to networking hardware? Beyond A...
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3 months ago
48 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Wireless Acquisitions and the Changing Face of Wireless Access, PLUS: Your CyberSecurity is up to YOU!
Send us a text The telecommunications landscape is undergoing a seismic shift as major players consolidate their hold on crucial spectrum assets. AT&T's stunning $23 billion acquisition of Echo Star's spectrum holdings grants them control of valuable 600 MHz low-band frequencies—airwaves that travel farther and penetrate buildings better than higher frequencies. Meanwhile, SpaceX's $17 billion purchase of Echo Star's satellite spectrum dramatically alters the competitive dynamics in space...
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3 months ago
47 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Navigating Wi-Fi, Spectrum Politics, and Corporate Reshaping in Today's Tech Landscape
Send us a text Ever wonder what happens when you need to provide Wi-Fi for half a million surfing fans? Drew Lentz returns to the Waves Podcast after an exhilarating stint deploying 27 access points at the World Surf League's US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach. Between coordinating connectivity for food trucks, security teams, merchants, and celebrity appearances, the wireless challenges were as massive as the waves. The regulatory landscape is shifting dramatically with the repeal of Ex...
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4 months ago
42 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
The Wireless World Keeps Spinning While Industry Giants Reshuffle
Send us a text Fresh from his first trip to Australia, Drew Lentz dives into the evolving landscape of wireless networking with observations that span from down under to the stratosphere. The Melbourne adventure yielded more than just kangaroo sightings and chicken "parmies" – it showcased how different regions approach connectivity challenges with innovative solutions. The industry continues its dramatic reshuffling as major players reposition themselves. The HPE-Juniper merger leaves custo...
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5 months ago
58 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Unpacking the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Wired & Wireless and Discussion on the HPE Juniper Merger!
Send us a text The wireless networking landscape is witnessing a dramatic shift as revealed in the newly released 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Wired and Wireless LAN Infrastructure. Juniper Networks has emerged as the clear frontrunner, claiming the coveted top-right position with superior marks for both execution capability and strategic vision. Meanwhile, longtime industry leader Cisco shows signs of strategic drift despite maintaining strong execution abilities. Newcomers ar...
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6 months ago
32 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Will AI Replace Your Networking Job, or Just Make You Better At It?
Send us a text The future of networking isn't about whether AI will transform our industry—it's about how quickly professionals will adapt to these inevitable changes. In this candid discussion, Drew Lentz unpacks the major developments from recent industry events, particularly Cisco Live, where AI dominated conversations across the vendor landscape. AI Canvas, Cisco's entry into agentic AI, signals a pivotal shift in how networks will be managed going forward. But rather than viewing these ...
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6 months ago
47 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
The Tech Taco: An Incoming Consolidation Wave, Serving Up AI at the Edge, and a Side of Satellite Broadband
Send us a text The wireless landscape is transforming before our eyes as major players consolidate, edge computing pushes boundaries, and questions of affordability continue to challenge our assumptions about connectivity. Charter's $34.5 billion acquisition of Cox Communications is reshaping the competitive landscape, combining Charter's 10+ million mobile subscribers with Cox's commercial fiber and managed IT operations. This merger represents just one piece of the ongoing consolidation puz...
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7 months ago
41 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
The Digital Divide: When Politics Meets Internet Access
Send us a text Recent funding cuts to digital equity programs threaten to deepen the digital divide in America, just as communities were preparing for infrastructure improvements that would bring connectivity to underserved areas. These decisions impact rural residents, small ISPs, and equipment manufacturers who were counting on these opportunities. • $2.5 billion in digital equity funding labeled "racist and illegal" and eliminated • Senate voted along party lines to kill FCC program distr...
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7 months ago
27 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Exploring Innovation: From WiFiNow to the Helium Network and more!
Send us a text The Wi-Fi Now Conference in Mountain View showcased innovations in wireless technology while revealing insights about Wi-Fi 7's enterprise adoption challenges. AT&T's partnership with Helium Network for Wi-Fi offload utilizing Hotspot 2.0 and Passpoint technology marks a significant advancement in carrier-independent network collaboration. • Helium Network and AT&T partnering to provide Wi-Fi offload for AT&T customers using quality metrics to monitor connect...
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8 months ago
38 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Conversations with the Wireless Nerd: From CB Radios to Wireless Smart Glasses
Send us a text The digital world demands our attention as both wireless professionals and responsible individuals navigating increasingly complex technology landscapes. Drew Lentz dives into this fascinating territory, balancing nostalgic wireless technologies with cutting-edge innovations that challenge how we think about connectivity. The episode kicks off with exciting news about upcoming giveaways, including a professional-grade NetAlly AirCheck G3. Drew shares a powerful personal moment...
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8 months ago
36 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Wi-Fi Wizardry: 320MHz Channels, Free American Airlines Internet, LPFM, and More!!
Send us a text After a brief hiatus to recalibrate and refocus, Waves makes its triumphant return with fresh energy and a clear vision for the future of wireless networking coverage. This restart episode lays the groundwork for an exciting year ahead, powered by new sponsorships and a commitment to delivering the most valuable wireless industry insights to our community. The podcast welcomes two major sponsors who are transforming connectivity in their own unique ways. Meter brings their inn...
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8 months ago
40 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
The WLPC 2025 Preview: What to expect, what not to do, and all the in-betweens
Send us a text WLPC 2025 prepares to welcome wireless professionals for an exciting week of learning, networking, and technological exploration. Attendees will engage in bootcamps, insightful sessions, and community-building activities, making it a must-attend conference in the industry. • Overview of WLPC and its significance in the wireless community • Details on immersive bootcamps offered at the conference • Importance of networking and building connections • High...
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11 months ago
30 minutes

Waves with Wireless Nerd
Send us a text The wireless world just flipped from speed bragging rights to real‑world reliability, and we’re here for it. We break down how Wi‑Fi 7 went mainstream faster than anyone expected, why Cisco’s below‑6E pricing and AI‑ops licensing strategy vaulted them to the top, and what that means if you’re debating an upgrade from Wi‑Fi 6 or 6E. The decision no longer ends at the radio—it’s about committing to a cloud and AI stack that will steer roaming, airtime, and assurance for years. T...