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Podcasts Hosted by Bill Russell, Sarah Richardson, and Drex DeFord
In-depth interviews with healthcare CIOs, CISOs, and technology leaders. Bill Russell explores the decisions, strategies, and innovations shaping healthcare transformation.
Aug 26, 2024·UnHack the Podcast
August 26, 2024: Drex DeFord dives into the often unexpected journeys of healthcare CISOs, unraveling how their varied career paths—from helpdesk roles to legal backgrounds—have shaped their current positions. Discussion focuses on how these leaders navigated the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, and what advice helped them on their journey. Drex is joined by Shawna Hofer, CISO of St. Luke in the wrap-up segment further to discuss these issues and their personal experiences. Key Points:
Aug 26, 2024·UnHack the News
August 26, 2024: Christian Boucher , head of Healthcare Strategy and Solutions Architecture at Island joins Drex for the news. The discussion delves into pressing issues such as North Korean IT workers covertly accessing U.S. company data. How can hospitals better prepare for tech outages that threaten business continuity and patient care? As Boucher shares his extensive experience in healthcare IT, the conversation challenges listeners to reconsider the traditional approaches to security and co
Aug 21, 2024·UnHack the News
August 21, 2024: Russell Teague , CISO at Fortified Health Security joins Drex for the news. The conversation questions the ethical implications of paying ransoms: Is it ever justifiable, or does it perpetuate a vicious cycle of crime? As the conversation shifts to the sophisticated structure of cybercrime organizations, they dissect the complexity of these operations, likening them to well-oiled corporations rather than disorganized gangs. Finally, the episode touches on the necessity of demand
Aug 19, 2024·Newsday
August 19, 2024: Jacob Hansen , Chief Product Officer at AvaSure joins Bill for the news. How are AI-driven solutions, like computer vision and natural language processing, reshaping the workflows in hospitals? Jacob Hansen sheds light on AvaSure's approach to leveraging AI to augment and automate care, ultimately aiming to reduce the cognitive load on clinicians and improve patient outcomes. The discussion also touches on the evolving role of data analytics in healthcare, particularly in tackli
Aug 14, 2024·Newsday
August 14, 2024: David Ting , Founder and CTO at Tausight joins Bill for the news. The discussion revolves around the recent CrowdStrike incident, raising critical questions about the vulnerabilities in kernel-level coding and the rigorous testing needed to prevent such widespread disruptions. How should CIOs balance the need for rapid deployment with the risks of untested releases? The conversation further explores the intricate architecture of healthcare systems, the increasing interdependency
Aug 12, 2024·UnHack the News
August 12, 2024: George Pappas , CEO of Intraprise Health joins Drex for the news. They explore Paul Connelly's advice on connecting with boards, emphasizing the importance of clear communication and understanding the business perspective. How do CISOs balance technical details with business language to effectively convey cybersecurity needs to the board? The conversation transitions to the implications of recent cybersecurity insurance challenges, especially in the wake of incidents like the Cr
Aug 7, 2024·Newsday
August 7, 2024: Laura O’Toole , CEO at SureTest joins Bill for the news. How are health systems adapting to the changing demands of RPA, and what strategies are being employed to build centers of excellence around automation? The discussion also touches on the profound impact of recent cybersecurity incidents, including the CrowdStrike breach, prompting a reevaluation of cloud strategies and the essential skills needed for CISOs in the current environment. Additionally, the conversation explores
Aug 5, 2024·UnHack the News
August 5, 2024: Wes Wright , Chief Healthcare Officer at Ordr , and Mac McMillan , Founder, CEO, Board Member, and Advisor, join Drex for the news. The discussion highlights the persistent disparity in healthcare access between rural and urban areas, questioning whether technology alone can bridge this gap. The conversation also explores the ARPA-H initiative, pondering if new technology development is necessary when existing tools might suffice. The trio reflects on the creation of a dedicated
Jul 29, 2024·UnHack the News
July 29, 2024: John Kirkman , VP of Government, Healthcare, and Education at Island joins Drex for the news. They discuss the recent AT&T data leak affecting 110 million customers, highlighting the persistent challenges in data security. How can companies prevent such breaches, and what are the implications for customer trust? They also explore the tension between user experience and robust security measures, particularly the resistance to multi-factor authentication. Is it possible to strea
Jul 26, 2024·Newsday
July 26, 2024: Michael Robinson , VP of Healthcare Solutions for the Americas at Omnissa , joins Bill for the news. They delve into the current state of cybersecurity in healthcare, emphasizing the rise in ransomware demands and the crucial need for mature security postures in health systems. How can health systems better manage the increasing threat vectors from device proliferation? What role does AI play in enhancing security measures, and how effective is the adoption of zero-trust architect
Jul 24, 2024·UnHack the News
July 24, 2024: Russell Teague , CISO at Fortified Health Security , joins Drex to dissect the recent global impact of a CrowdStrike update gone wrong. How do businesses effectively prepare for unexpected system failures? What lessons can be gleaned from the rapid response and recovery efforts witnessed during this crisis? The discussion delves into the intricacies of business continuity, disaster recovery planning, and the interconnected nature of modern cybersecurity. They explore the real-worl
Jul 22, 2024·UnHack the Podcast
UnHack (the Podcast) : Regulation Realities - Navigating New Norms in Cybersecurity July 22, 2024: In this episode of Unhack the Podcast, Drex DeFord brings together top healthcare CISOs to discuss the evolving landscape of cybersecurity regulations and how healthcare organizations prepare to meet these new requirements. Featuring insights from Jason Elrod, Jigar K., Greg Garneau, and Aaron Weismann, the discussion covers challenges such as impending regulations, government mandates, and
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