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The 229 Podcast

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.

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Nov 27, 2024·UnHack the News

UnHack (the News): Microsoft’s Resiliency Plan and Phishing Training Debunked with Preston Duren

November 27, 2024: Preston Duren , VP of Threat Defense at Fortified Health Security , joins Drex for the news. They dissect Microsoft's recent security enhancements, born from the Crowdstrike IT outage, and question whether new technologies like remote repair and hot-patch updates can truly revolutionize healthcare IT resilience. The conversation turns to a shocking study on phishing training effectiveness—does annual training reduce risks, or are we simply checking boxes while leaving vulnerab

Nov 22, 2024·2 Minute Drill

Two Minute Drill: Windows Resiliency, Phobos Arrest, and Easterly's Exit with Drex DeFord.

Drex dives into three critical cybersecurity updates. First, Microsoft unveils its Windows Resiliency Initiative to improve update deployment and minimize risks post-CrowdStrike incident. Next, we discuss the arrest of a Russian national involved in the Phobos ransomware-as-a-service platform, bringing relief to victims worldwide. Finally, we highlight Jen Easterly's planned departure as CISA Director in early 2025 and its potential implications. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe:

Nov 21, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: Salt Typhoon Hacks, Palo Alto Zero-Day, and Security Training with Drex DeFord

Drex dives into three critical cybersecurity updates: the Salt Typhoon hacks targeting U.S. telecom giants, Palo Alto Networks' zero-day vulnerability impacting firewalls, and a UC San Diego study questioning the effectiveness of traditional security training programs. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer

Nov 21, 2024·The 229 Podcast

Keynote: Lessons Learned from Shared Governance and Employee Engagement with MariJo Rugh

November 21, 2024: MariJo Rugh , VP and CIO of UCHealth , dives into the transformative technology and governance advancements at UCHealth. How does an organization foster a sense of teamwork when virtual nurses and bedside staff must work as one? What does it mean to empower patients through enhanced digital access? Rugh reveals the balancing act between efficiency and innovation, tackling tough questions about the challenges in implementing shared governance across diverse health systems.&nbsp

Nov 20, 2024·UnHack the News

UnHack (the News): New York Cyber Mandate, HIPAA’s Future, and Workforce Inclusion with Kate Pierce

November 20, 2024: Kate Pierce , Senior vCISO at Fortified Health Security joins Drex for the news. As New York state enforces groundbreaking hospital cyber regulations, how will its leadership influence the rest of the nation? With a staggering skills gap and a workforce crisis, can the industry meet the rising challenges of AI and cloud security while addressing the underrepresentation of women in cybersecurity? The conversation further explores the long-overdue updates to HIPAA regulations an

Nov 18, 2024·The 229 Podcast

Flourish: The Key to AI-Driven Healthcare with Sherri Douville; Standards, Success, and Building Trust

November 18, 2024: In this episode of Flourish , Sarah Richardson sits down with Sherri Douville , CEO of Medigram , a visionary in healthcare technology. Sherri shares her deep-rooted insights on bridging the gap between clinical literacy and technical expertise, emphasizing the power of trust, governance, and AI ethics. Discover how she’s pioneering the IEEE UL 2933 standard to revolutionize digital transformation in healthcare and what she sees as the critical components for leaders in this s

Nov 15, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: DNA Data Privacy and Atlas Biomed with Drex DeFord

Drex delves into the challenges facing companies like 23andMe and Atlas Biomed, highlighting critical concerns around DNA data privacy and the impact of financial struggles on sensitive information. Learn actionable insights to tighten your organization's data agreements, ensure privacy compliance, and mitigate risks in the evolving cybersecurity landscape. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemonade S

Nov 14, 2024·The 229 Podcast

Keynote: CMIO Insights, AI Made Realistic, and Changing our Views with Dirk Stanley

November 14, 2024: Dirk Stanley , CMIO at UConn Health , takes listeners through a journey of healthcare technology's profound evolution and its impact on patient care. How does a clinical informaticist balance IT complexities and medical nuances? And what challenges arise in standardizing medical terminology, especially when simple differences in words can shape a patient's treatment? Together with host Bill Russell, Dr. Stanley examines the need for precise data standards, the promise and pitf

Nov 13, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: Third-Party Risk, New Breaches, and ‘Advanced Persistent Teenagers’ with Drex DeFord

First, learn about third-party risk management as Drex discusses the recent data breach involving Presbyterian Healthcare Services and a law firm with access to sensitive patient data. Next, explore how lapses in multi-factor authentication led to Snowflake platform hacks—and the arrest of a suspect linked to these breaches. Finally, discover the emerging threat of “Advanced Persistent Teenagers,” where young, skilled hackers are creating challenges for organizations worldwide with social engine

Nov 11, 2024·2 Minute Drill

2 Minute Drill: CrowdStrike, Health Catalyst, and a New Digital Currency with Drex DeFord

Drex dives into the latest cybersecurity acquisitions as CrowdStrike expands its SaaS security capabilities by acquiring Adaptive Shield and Health Catalyst gains new strength through the acquisition of Enterprise Health. We also explore an unexpected story about Brazil’s newly launched digital currency, "DREX," and the potential cybersecurity concerns it brings. Remember, Stay a Little Paranoid Subscribe: This Week Health Twitter: This Week Health LinkedIn: Week Health Donate: Alex’s Lemo

Nov 7, 2024·The 229 Podcast

Keynote: Crisis Management, Burnout, and Innovation vs. Recklessness with Joel Klein

November 7, 2024: Joel Klein , SVP and CIO of the University of Maryland Medical System , discusses the intricate intersection of clinical experience and executive IT leadership. How can lessons learned from crisis management in the ER inform the high-stakes world of IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and system-wide initiatives? Dr. Klein shares candid insights on the challenges of integrating innovation while addressing clinician burnout and navigating the demands of an aging population. With r

Nov 6, 2024·UnHack the News

UnHack (the News): Unmanaged Credentials, CISO Role Shifts, and Chaos Engineering with George Pappas

November 6, 2024: George Pappas , CEO at Intraprise Health joins Drex for the news. The conversation delves into the challenges of maintaining robust cybersecurity practices amidst resource constraints and evolving regulatory burdens. Can a split CISO role better navigate the increasing demands of compliance and governance? The show also highlights Mainline Health's strategic use of chaos engineering to test vulnerabilities and improve resilience—how does such a proactive approach redefine prepa