Fiber Focus

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Pre-Connectorized Solutions Shine in a VSFF World

September 25, 2026

As market demands accelerate data center construction timelines, more and more of the work that once took place on-site is moving to the factory. Senior Manager Product Development and Technical Resources, Greg Pierce returns to Fiber Focus to explain why and what this trend means for the people who build and maintain networks. Greg walks through the tradeoffs between pre-connectorized solutions and field splicing, and why very small form factor connectors are tipping the balance toward facto...

Walk the Path: Designing Air-Blown Fiber Routes That Perform

August 25, 2026

First-time Fiber Focus guest Javier Oñate is an applications engineer with Sumitomo Electric Lightwave who’s passionate about bridging the gap between complex technical solutions and real-world applications. In this episode, he explains why the success of an air-blown fiber installation is decided before fiber bundles even arrive on-site.Javier comes to the table with recommendations for network operators to set themselves up for ABF success. His suggestions include keeping runs as straight a...

What Happens Between the Factory and the Job Site

August 10, 2026

In data center builds where there is essentially no room for error, packaging is what protects your investment against the realities of shipping and handling as products move from the manufacturer’s facility to the field.  Josh Seawell, director of product management for Sumitomo Electric Lightwave, appears on this episode of Fiber Focus to explain why careful attention to packaging and shipping specifications can save significant time and money.  He breaks down the conversation that every da...

Pixels to Packages · Medium booking difficulty · < 100 listeners

How do I get in touch with Fiber Focus?

Fiber Focus is hosted by Meredyth Neilly. Its publicly listed email is rachel@podsiclemedia.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Fiber Focus?

The publicly listed email for Fiber Focus: rachel@podsiclemedia.com.

How many listeners does Fiber Focus have?

Podseeker estimates Fiber Focus reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Fiber Focus?

Fiber Focus typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Hands-on expertise in fiber optics, telecommunications, data-center infrastructure, network engineering, connectivity products, or fiber deployment. Guests are typically technical specialists, product leaders, applications engineers, or experienced telecom professionals who can explain practical industry applications. Common among recent guests: Technical leadership in fiber-optic or telecommunications projects; Product development or product management experience in connectivity infrastructure; Practical expertise deploying or operating data-center and network systems. Recent guests include Greg Pierce, Javier Oñate, and Josh Seawell.

How hard is it to get booked on Fiber Focus?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Fiber Focus cover?

Recent episodes cover Technology, Fiber Optics, Data Centers, Telecommunications, and Network Infrastructure. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.