Talking Headways Podcast: The Potential of a Fiberoptic Future
This week, we're joined by Susan Crawfordwho talks about how cities in the United States are trying to build communications networks with this seemingly limitless technology
By
Jeff Wood
5:20 PM PDT on March 21, 2019
This week, we’re joined by Susan Crawford, the John A. Reilly Clinical Professor of Law at Harvard School of Law. Crawford talks about her new book Fiber, which focuses on how cities in the United States are trying to build communications networks with this seemingly limitless technology, yet still get pushback from regulators and incumbent companies alike.
Streetsblog has migrated to a new comment system. New commenters can register directly in the comments section of any article. Returning commenters: your previous comments and display name have been preserved, but you'll need to reclaim your account by clicking "Forgot your password?" on the sign-in form, entering your email, and following the verification link to set a new password — this is required because passwords could not be carried over during the migration. For questions, contact tips@streetsblog.org.
More from Streetsblog Los Angeles
Guest Editorial: Ferry Could Span Beach Bike Path’s Unfinished Marina Peninsula Gap
With existing WaterBus operations already in place, this is a rare mobility idea that is both visionary and operationally straightforward
July 2, 2026
Thursday’s Headlines
World Cup, Glendale, Measure ULA, SB79, Overland, Pacific Palisades, Diane DuBois, car-nage, heat waves, and more
July 2, 2026
Don’t Park in the Bike Lane! Santa Monica Started Issuing Automated Bike Lane Tickets Today
If you drive in Santa Monica, don't block a bike lane. Don't risk an automatic $93 citation!
July 1, 2026
Eyes on the Street: Grevelia Pocket Park
This park tucks a well-curated piece of green space into a nook of South Pasadena by the 110 Freeway.
July 1, 2026
Wednesday’s Headlines
SB79, Ohio Avenue, Long Beach, daylighting, Sunset Junction, wildlife crossing, gas tax, car-nage, and more
July 1, 2026