The "Great Connecting" Continues with Jim Cashel

The transformative potential of the Internet and the impact of the pandemic

The podcast discusses how the Internet, particularly broadband access, has the potential to transform personal and professional lives, providing easier ways to navigate through various aspects of life. It emphasizes that those with good broadband access were able to adapt better during the pandemic compared to those without access. The discussion highlights that only about half of the planet has broadband access, and billions of people still struggle to navigate the pandemic without the tools taken for granted by those with access. The episode also touches on how individuals and communities in developing countries have been affected and highlights the importance of addressing the consequences and providing policy frameworks to enhance the benefits and mitigate the challenges of universal connectivity.