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Season 2, Episode 8: T-Mobile / Sprint

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From Cable to Cellular: The McCaw Journey

This chapter follows the transformation of a young entrepreneur who expands his family's cable business into the burgeoning cellular phone industry. It details crucial milestones, including the acquisition of spectrum licenses, the formation of Macaw Cellular, and strategic mergers like the one with Lynn Broadcasting. Additionally, it explores the McCaw family's philanthropic legacy and their significant role in shaping telecommunications through pivotal partnerships and developments.

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