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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    The Power of Strategic Partnerships

    Andy Johns is joined by Chris Townson, CEO of West Carolina and Upcountry Fiber, to talk about what makes a strong partnership. Chris shares candid lessons from working with telcos, electrics and municipalities—including how to evaluate opportunities, align missions, manage egos and build lasting agreements.
    Andy Johns
    May 14, 2026
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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    Taking an Annual Senior Expo Online

    What You’ll Learn Communication Specialist Cathy Black and her team at Sequachee Valley Electric Cooperative moved their annual senior expo online when COVID hit, and it wasn’t safe to host an in-person event. Guest Speaker Cathy Black Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Intro: A production of WordSouth and Pioneer […]
    Andy Johns
    March 6, 2022
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    Rural Broadband Today Podcast

    Thinking Outside the Box to Fund a Fiber Build

    Fred Johnson, CEO of Farmers Telecommunications Cooperative, discusses how FTC expanded into surrounding cities to help fund the fiber build in its cooperative service area.
    Stephen V. Smith
    February 24, 2022
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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    Leveraging Your Cooperative Identity

    What You’ll Learn Sylandi Brown, marketing and communication specialist with Middle Georgia EMC, discusses leveraging cooperative identity to reach a new generation of working talent. Guest Speaker Sylandi Brown Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Intro: A production of WordSouth and Pioneer Utility Resources. StoryConnect: The Podcast, helping communicators discover […]
    Andy Johns
    February 20, 2022
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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    Breaking Down Language Barriers

    What You’ll Learn Rolando Benitez helps lead Carroll EMC‘s outreach to Spanish speaking members by providing them with materials in their native language, as well as seeking out community leaders. Guest Speaker Rolando Benitez Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability.  Intro: A production of WordSouth and Pioneer Utility Resources. StoryConnect: […]
    Andy Johns
    February 7, 2022
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    Ruralite The Podcast

    Angel’s Journey: A Language Almost Lost

    The Nimiipuu—also known as the Nez Perce people—are deeply rooted in the landscape they have called home for millennia. By sharing stories in the Nimiipuu language, Angel helps students and teachers reclaim their cultural identity for future generations.
    Chasity Anderson, CCC, MIP
    January 31, 2022
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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    Digital Advertising Trends for Broadband and Utilities

    What You’ll Learn Pioneer’s Digital Media Strategist & Marketing Consultant Tina Potter dishes out a baseline understanding of what targeting strategies are available in digital advertising and how utilities and ISPs can use them. Guest Speaker Tina Potter Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Intro: A production of WordSouth — […]
    Tina M. Potter
    January 30, 2022
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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    Communicators Moving into the GM Role (Part 2)

    What You’ll Learn Scott Peters, General Manager and CEO of Columbia REA, discusses his journey from communicator to general manager. Guest Speaker Scott Peters Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Intro: A production of WordSouth — A Content Marketing Company. StoryConnect: The Podcast, helping communicators discover ideas to shape their […]
    Andy Johns
    January 9, 2022
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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    Using Video for Internal Communications

    What You’ll Learn With a large workforce spread around remote parts of Alaska, Sabrena Combs and her team at Matanuska Electric Association use short video casts to communicate with staff. Guest Speaker Sabrena Combs Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Intro: A production of WordSouth — A Content Marketing Company. […]
    Andy Johns
    January 2, 2022
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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    What the Font? Why Your Brand Needs a Font

    What You’ll Learn Flathead Electric Cooperative Multimedia Design Specialist Sharilyn Fairweather recaps her session “What the Font?” — a look at how consistent (and inconsistent) typography represents your brand. Guest Speaker Sharilyn Fairweather Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability. Andy Johns: What the font? That’s what we’ll be talking about […]
    Andy Johns
    December 12, 2021
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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    Communicators Moving into the GM Role (Part 1)

    What You’ll Learn Hood River Electric & Internet Cooperative CEO and Pioneer board member Libby Calnon is a proud member of a trend that has communicators and marketers getting more opportunities to become executives. Why is that trend important, and what advice does she have for other communicators looking to climb the ladder? Guest Speaker […]
    Andy Johns
    December 5, 2021
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    The StoryConnect Podcast

    Engaging Customers in a Pandemic

    What You’ll Learn Will O’Donnell shares takeaways from the panel he moderated at NWPPA’s NIC event. The panel was called “Building A Digital Bridge — Engaging Consumers During and After the Pandemic.” Apologies in advance to the cruise industry. Guest Speaker Will O’Donnell Show Notes Transcripts have been lightly edited for clarity and readability.  Andy […]
    Andy Johns
    November 28, 2021
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    Ruralite The Podcast

    Inspired by the Mountains

    The Alaska mountain range is inaccessible to most people due to its ruggedness and remoteness. But for Klara Maisch and Leighan Falley, the harsh wilderness is their inspiration to create art and share Alaska’s beauty with others through paint.
    Chasity Anderson, CCC, MIP
    November 22, 2021