John Baker

Former MLB player and Pittsburgh Pirates coach John Baker discusses the ecological approach to coaching in baseball, MMA, and jiu-jitsu. Topics include skill acquisition, mindfulness in training, individual adaptation in fighting, and the evolution of techniques. The conversation explores the importance of creating a conducive learning environment for skill development and the differences between ecological and information processing approaches in sports.

John Baker, a specialist in Open RAN from Mavenir, dives into the ongoing debate about Open RAN's effectiveness in transforming the telecom landscape. He shares insights on the challenges operators face, particularly with supply chain security and vendor diversity. The conversation touches on the impact of EU telecom policies and Ofcom’s regulatory reach, raising concerns about their influence on telecom innovations and competition. Additionally, they discuss the contrasts in deployment speed among key industry players, highlighting the critical role of collaboration for success.