Digital Redlining is Real: One CEO’s War Against Internet Inequality

Episode Title: Episode Audio Link: https://podcast.ablackexec.com/episode/Digital Redlining is Real: One CEO’s War Against Internet Inequality Episode Video Link: Today on A Black Executive Perspective, hosts Tony Tidbit and Chris P. Reed are joined by Joshua Edmonds, CEO of Digital C, for a thought-provoking discussion about America’s digital divide, starting with Cleveland. They explore how decades of disinvestment, poverty, and digital redlining have cut thousands from the modern economy. Joshua shares how his nonprofit ISP is rewriting the rules, delivering high-speed, affordable internet to more than 100,000 households. From Cleveland’s forgotten neighborhoods to a national blueprint for change, this episode explores the transformative power of community-driven technology. When access means opportunity, connectivity becomes more than convenience—it becomes a civil right.▶︎ In This Episode 00:00: Introduction to Digital Inequality00:59: Welcome to A Black Executive Perspective01:52: Meet Joshua Edmonds: Bridging the Digital Divide04:12: Cleveland's Digital Landscape07:02: The Reality of Digital Redlining11:08: Challenges and Solutions in Digital Connectivity17:05: The Role of Government and Community in Digital Equity21:08: The Impact of Digital Isolation27:24: Future Plans and Expansion31:35: Joshua Edmonds' Journey and Vision34:57: The Influence of Internet Service Providers35:55: Community Organizing for Better Internet37:48: Cleveland's Innovative Network Model41:32: The Importance of Upload Speeds44:04: Challenges in Digital Connectivity55:06: Expanding Digital C's Model Nationally57:21: Final Thoughts and Call to Action🔗 Resources Links and resources mentioned in this episode:🔔 Listen and Subscribe Listen to this episode and subscribe for future updates subscribe to A Black Executive Perspective podcast onYouTube PodcastsApple PodcastsSpotify PodcastsAmazon MusicOther platforms or by searching "TonyTidbit" if you like what we're doing and would like to support us, here's some ways you can help us continue the uncomfortable conversations that drive changesubscribe to our newslettergive us up to a 5 star review on Apple Podcastsshare an episode with a friend, family member or colleague🗣️ Follow @ablackexecfollow us across social media @aBlackExecLinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTubeTwitterTikTokWhatsApp ⭐️ Follow @TonyTidbitfollow Tony across social media @TonyTidbitTwitterLinkedInFacebook This episode was produced by TonyTidbit ™ . Copyright © 2024 A BLACK EXECUTIVE PERSPECTIVE LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this podcast may be reproduced without prior written permission. For permissions, email [email protected] .