The challenge of expanding broadband access in rural Pennsylvania

aired; May 28, 2026 Listen to the podcast to hear the full conversation. Reliable broadband access has become essential for work, education, healthcare, and everyday life, yet many rural communities across Pennsylvania continue to face challenges getting connected. On The Spark, Zachary Adams of the Center for Rural Pennsylvania, Penn State technology expert Jim Ladlee, and telecommunications professor Dr. Christopher Ali discuss the current state of broadband accessibility across the commonwea...