Date Episode Description Guest
Feb 15, 2024 1 Watch Here In the inaugural episode, Jon welcomes wireless industry titan Peter Adderton, Founder of Boost Mobile, A’mpd, and MobileX. MobileX was named Wireless Carrier of the Year by Mobile Breakthrough Awards and is distributed in over 3,700 Walmart locations. Peter discusses the T-Mobile-Sprint merger, challenges with the DoJ and FCC, and more. Peter Adderton, MobileX
Feb 15, 2024 2 Watch Here Jon interviews Dan Thygesen, Senior VP and GM for Wholesale and MVNOs at T-Mobile USA. Dan shares insights on the telecom industry and his strategic plans for making entry into the MVNO space easier. Dan Thygesen, T-Mobile
Feb 22, 2024 3 Watch Here Jon talks with Adam Wolf, President of NWIDA, about the challenges and opportunities facing independent dealers today and the future of wireless retail. Adam Wolf, NWIDA
Feb 29, 2024 4 Watch Here Carrie Charles, CEO of Broadstaff, discusses hiring, training, and creating a great work culture. Carrie Charles, Broadstaff
Mar 7, 2024 5 Watch Here Dr. Wei Sun, CEO of Upduo, shares how their peer-to-peer learning platform is transforming frontline employee training and improving sales for their clients. Dr. Wei Sun, Upduo
Mar 14, 2024 6 Watch Here Seth Heine, CEO of Prolog Mobile, talks about solving critical challenges in the used handset business through AI-driven mobile data enhancements. Seth Heine, Prolog Mobile
Mar 28, 2024 7 Watch Here Jon welcomes Cat McIntosh, CEO of SkyPeak Technologies, to discuss their innovative solution for optimizing video streaming bandwidth. Cat McIntosh, SkyPeak Technologies
Apr 11, 2024 8 Watch Here Dennis Bauer, co-founder and president of Gigs, talks about redefining the MVNO market with an integrated platform for connectivity, payments, and more. Dennis Bauer, Gigs
Apr 11, 2024 9 Watch Here Bob Lafon, co-founder of Capital Growth Partners, shares the RISE methodology, an actionable approach that contrasts with traditional consultancy. Bob Lafon, Capital Growth Partners
Apr 18, 2024 10 Watch Here Sally Lange, from Slang Consulting, shares insights on creating wireless technology that resonates with seniors, ensuring accessibility and ease of use. Sally Lange, Slang Consulting
Apr 25, 2024 11 Watch Here Jeff Moore, principal of Wave7 Research, discusses the competitive U.S. wireless market and the impact of Wave7’s monthly reports. Jeff Moore, Wave7 Research
May 2, 2024 12 Watch Here Carl Northrup and Jessica Gyllstrom from TLP discuss the evolving regulatory framework for MVNOs and the importance of regulatory expertise. Carl Northrup & Jessica Gyllstrom, TLP
June 6, 2024 13 Watch Here Adam Wolf from NWIDA shares updates on independent wireless dealers and right-to-repair laws, along with insights on T-Mobile’s acquisitions. Adam Wolf, NWIDA
June 13, 2024 14 Watch Here Ewa Campbell, co-founder of MVNO Nation, discusses how their platform connects MVNOs with resources and partnerships to thrive. Ewa Campbell, MVNO Nation
June 27, 2024 15 Watch Here Jon talks with Arun Upadhyay about his remarkable entrepreneurial journey. Arun is the founder and CEO of LionOBytes, NexGen, and AntGen. Starting his career at Bank of America, Arun transitioned into a tech visionary, radically impacting the tech and wireless industries. He shares pivotal career moments, lessons learned, challenges overcome, and the management philosophies that have driven his companies to success. Arun Upadhyay
July 2, 2024 16 Watch Here Meet Max Hietpas, an independent content creator behind the YouTube channel Max Tech Studios. Max’s channel focuses on reviewing cell phone plans and carriers, offering consumer-oriented insights on saving money and getting the best wireless service. With over 170 videos and 4,000 subscribers, his honest, unbiased reviews help consumers make informed decisions. Max Hietpas, Max Tech Studios
July 18, 2024 17 Watch Here Today’s guest is Jeff Holley, CEO of Boom Technologies and Boom Mobile. We discuss Jeff’s extensive experience in the wireless industry and the significant growth of MVNOs. Jeff shares insights into the evolving wireless market, highlighting the opportunities for MVNOs. He also discusses Boom Mobile’s innovative platform that empowers celebrities, influencers, and entrepreneurs to launch their own mobile brands, reshaping how mobile services are perceived and utilized. Jeff Holley, Boom Technologies
July 25, 2024 18 Watch Here In this episode, we chat with David Hess of Airspring about dynamic shifts and emerging trends in the telecommunications sector, focusing on MVNOs and IoT. David shares his extensive telecom career insights, touching on the growing importance of aggregators, the travel SIM market, and the transformative potential of eSIM technology. David Hess, Airspring
Aug 8, 2024 19 Watch Here In this episode, David “DK” Kim, Chief Revenue Officer of Verizon Value, discusses his extensive wireless industry journey from Radio Shack to leadership roles at T-Mobile, Clearwire, and now Verizon. David sheds light on Verizon’s strategic rebranding initiatives and shares personal stories about his hands-on approach to maintaining dealer relationships by visiting stores and engaging directly with customers. David Kim, Verizon Value
Aug 22, 2024 20 Watch Here Jon dives into the frontier of health technology with Pat O’Brien from Ensurety Ventures. Pat introduces VMed Mobile, an innovative mobile biometric device transforming self-monitoring in health and wellness. He also discusses his recent acquisition of Liberty Mobile, making this episode a must-watch for anyone interested in the convergence of technology and healthcare. Pat O’Brien, Ensurety Ventures
Sep 3, 2024 21 Watch Here Jon brings “The Boon of Wireless” podcast directly from the lively atmosphere of the All Wireless and Prepaid Expo in Las Vegas. Dive into this special episode packed with a series of dynamic interviews and insightful conversations conducted live from the expo floor. 🚀📱 . Live from #AWPE24
Sep 12, 2024 22 Watch Here Jon sits down with Rob Gatto, Chief Revenue Officer at Paysafe, to explore the forefront of payment technology. They discuss Paysafe’s role in revolutionizing payment solutions, the growing influence of digital wallets, and how 5G technology and MVNOs are shaping the future of transactions. Rob highlights the importance of adapting payment options to meet evolving consumer and merchant needs. Rob Gatto, Paysafe