Let's Talk Cabling!

Let's Talk Cabling!

Chuck Bowser, RCDD, TECH

Episodes 376
Avg. Duration 34m
Activity Highly Active
Since Aug 2020
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Schedule
Weekly
Format
Episodic
Consistency
53%
Hosting
feeds.buzzsprout.com

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About This Podcast

Welcome to  "Let's Talk Cabling" – the award-winning podcast that's your ultimate gateway to the dynamic world of information and communications technology (ICT). If you're aged 18 to 40 and thrive in the ICT industry or simply curious about it, this podcast is your must-listen destination!

🏆 Award-Winning Excellence: "Let's Talk Cabling" is proud to have earned recognition for its outstanding content and invaluable insights in the ICT field. Our commitment to educating and empowering individuals like you has garnered us a prestigious industry award, a testament to the quality of information you'll find here.

🌐 Explore the ICT Universe: Join us as we delve deep into the realm of designing, installing, certifying, estimating, and project managing low voltage projects across diverse industries. Whether you're an industry veteran or just starting your journey, our engaging discussions will enrich your knowledge and skills.

🎙️ Story-Driven Learning: We follow the captivating StoryBrand methodology to ensure every episode is not just informative but also captivating. Expect real-world anecdotes, expert interviews, and relatable narratives that make learning about cabling and ICT a fascinating experience.

🚀 Subscribe Today: Don't miss out on the power of knowledge! Hit that subscribe button and embark on an exciting journey with "Let's Talk Cabling." Whether you're on YouTube, TikTok, LinkedIn, Instagram, or your preferred podcast platform, we're here to educate, encourage, and enrich your ICT endeavors. Remember, in the world of ICT, knowledge is power, and we're here to empower you.

Join our growing community of ICT enthusiasts today!

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Recent Episodes

Cable Combing: Pride Or Problem?

Mar 02, 2026 1h Transcript

Send a textWe dig into the cable combing debate with Henry Frank, separating myth from practice and explaining how modern Cat 6A design and standards testing changed the rules. Along the way, we talk…

Acronyms, Decoded

Feb 26, 2026 35m Transcript

Send a textWe break down why acronyms help experts move fast and why they lock out newcomers. We map old and new ICT terms, show how meanings shift across trades, and share a free handbook and simple…

How ANSI And TR-42 Shape Reliable Cabling

Feb 24, 2026 1h 4m Transcript

Send a textWe sit down with outgoing TR-42 chair Henry Frank to unpack how standards are made, why contracts turn “voluntary” rules into must-do requirements, and what’s changing in cabling for…

Inside The Role of A Consulting Engineer

Feb 16, 2026 55m Transcript

Send a textWe pull back the curtain on consulting engineering in ICT, from how designs are born to how they survive construction. Paul shares career paths, tools like Revit, and why proactive…

How A Two-Time Cable Skills Champion Trains For The Cable Skills Challenge

Feb 10, 2026 36m Transcript

Send a textWe talk with Doug, a two‑time Cable Skills Challenge champion, about how disciplined practice, mental prep, and a service mindset led to back‑to‑back wins. He shares the drills, the…

AI Won’t Replace Every Installer Today, But It Will Reshape Your Job Tomorrow

Feb 05, 2026 45m Transcript

Send a textWe take a frank look at AI’s impact on low voltage and networking, from estimators and PMs to installers and engineers. Expect honest talk on what jobs change first, which skills pay off,…

Backstage At The Cabling Innovators Awards

Feb 03, 2026 30m Transcript

Send a textA candid walk inside the Cabling Innovators Awards reveals what really moves infrastructure forward: proof in the field, standards that prevent failures, and people who quietly solve hard…

AHL: Should I Apprentice Or Direct Hire

Jan 29, 2026 35m Transcript

Send a textWe weigh the real trade-offs between apprenticeship and direct hire for limited energy careers, from pay ladders and benefits to training quality, certifications, and safety. Stories from…

Inside BICSI’s ICT Project Management Path: From Field Tech To RTPM

Jan 27, 2026 33m Transcript

Send a textWe take a break this week and recover from BICSI and a cold.  Today we explore how BICSI’s PM 102 and the RTPM credential give ICT project managers practical tools they can use right away.…

New Fiber Certifier from AEM

Jan 20, 2026 47m Transcript

Send a textWe reveal AEM’s FibBlu, a compact, app-driven fiber certification kit designed to cut cost, extend battery life, and speed reporting while keeping accuracy on par with lab-grade tools.…

Certs That Actually Matter

Jan 19, 2026 33m Transcript

Send a textWe unpack which certifications actually change pay, trust, and opportunity, and we cut through hype around vendor badges, resume padding, and guaranteed outcomes. Along the way we map real…

Get Your RCDD Now

Jan 13, 2026 32m Transcript

Send a textWe share a straight path to earning the RCDD, from eligibility and study plans to test-day tactics and career impact. The goal is simple: use standards, discipline, and community to turn…

AHL: Start Here In Low Voltage Careers

Jan 08, 2026 35m Transcript

Send a textWe share a practical playbook for breaking into low voltage with no experience, from finding real openings and calling companies, to standing out in interviews, succeeding in the first 90…

How 65 Volunteers Rewired Four Buildings To Restore Safety And Dignity

Jan 06, 2026 42m Transcript

Send a textWe share how 65 volunteers rebuilt four Sojourner House facilities with secure networks, access control, and intercoms so staff and survivors feel safe. The result: reliable connectivity,…

Build Your Own BICSI Training Lab

Dec 23, 2025 43m Transcript

Send a textWe dig into the true cost of training and why a BICSI Authorized Training Facility can lift quality, win bids, and cut rework. Teresa Johnson shares what it takes to build one, from…

Building The Backbone: Why OSP Skills Matter And How New Micro Certifications Fill The Gap

Dec 16, 2025 38m Transcript

Send a textWe dig into why outside plant is surging, how micro certifications work, and what designers and installers need to know to stay current and safe. Bob Herdling shares decades of insight on…

AHL: Color Codes and Fiber

Dec 11, 2025 29m Transcript

Send a textWe honor Phil Klingensmith and then dive into why standards make low-voltage work reliable, fast to service and future friendly. We unpack color codes, 568A vs 568B, fiber cleaning myths,…

Phil Klingensmith RCDD: The Mentor Who Built An Industry

Dec 09, 2025 36m Transcript

Send a textWe honor our friend and industry icon, Phil Klingensmith RCDD, by replaying a defining interview that shows his humility, mastery, and deep commitment to teaching. From open wire lines to…

AHL: Certs, Conduit, And Cable Math For ICT Pros

Dec 04, 2025 32m Transcript

Send a textWe map a clean path from residential low-voltage work to professional-grade practice, tackling certifications, conduit fill math, reel verification, and the often-misunderstood NVP. Along…

From RCDD To Career Roadmap: What Comes Next And How To Use It

Dec 02, 2025 34m Transcript

Send a textWe turn the “morning after” anxiety into a clear roadmap for what to do once you pass a major credential like the RCDD. We map next certifications, role pathways, and ways to pay it…

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