Digital Redlining is Real: One CEO’s War Against Internet Inequality
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Today on A Black Executive Perspective, hosts Tony Tidbit and Chris P. Reed are joined by Joshua Edmonds, CEO of Digital C, for a thought-provoking discussion about America’s digital divide, starting with Cleveland. They explore how decades of disinvestment, poverty, and digital redlining have cut thousands from the modern economy. Joshua shares how his nonprofit ISP is rewriting the rules, delivering high-speed, affordable internet to more than 100,000 households. From Cleveland’s forgotten neighborhoods to a national blueprint for change, this episode explores the transformative power of community-driven technology. When access means opportunity, connectivity becomes more than convenience—it becomes a civil right.
▶︎ In This Episode
00:00: Introduction to Digital Inequality
00:59: Welcome to A Black Executive Perspective
01:52: Meet Joshua Edmonds: Bridging the Digital Divide
04:12: Cleveland's Digital Landscape
07:02: The Reality of Digital Redlining
11:08: Challenges and Solutions in Digital Connectivity
17:05: The Role of Government and Community in Digital Equity
21:08: The Impact of Digital Isolation
27:24: Future Plans and Expansion
31:35: Joshua Edmonds' Journey and Vision
34:57: The Influence of Internet Service Providers
35:55: Community Organizing for Better Internet
37:48: Cleveland's Innovative Network Model
41:32: The Importance of Upload Speeds
44:04: Challenges in Digital Connectivity
55:06: Expanding Digital C's Model Nationally
57:21: Final Thoughts and Call to Action
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