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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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Newsday: Crowdstrike and Delta Responsibility and Growth by Simplification with David Ting

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Newsday: Crowdstrike and Delta Responsibility and Growth by Simplification with David Ting

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

2 Minute Drill: Ransomware Rebrands, Election Intrusions, and Cyber Heros with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Ransomware Rebrands, Election Intrusions, and Cyber Heros with Drex DeFord

Drex DeFord covers the rebranding of the notorious ransomware group Royal Ransomware, now known as BlackSuit, and their ongoing threats to critical infrastructure, including healthcare. He also discusses a recent cyberattack on the Trump campaign, highlighting the increasing risk of political cyber intrusions leading up to the 2024 election. Lastly, hear the story of how one cybersecurity expert turned the tables on cybercriminals behind smishing schemes. Remember, Stay a little paranoid. Subscr

2 Minute Drill: McLaren Cyberattack, CrowdStrike Details, and Russian Connections with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: McLaren Cyberattack, CrowdStrike Details, and Russian Connections with Drex DeFord

Drex DeFord dives into the McLaren Healthcare cyberattack, the technical details behind the recent CrowdStrike RCA, and a surprising connection between ransomware and a recent Russian prisoner exchange. Remember, Stay a little paranoid. Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ThisWeekHealth Twitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekhealth Donate: Alex’s Lemonade Stand: Foundation for Childhood Cancer - https://www.alexslemonade.org/mypage/317345

Newsday: AI Leadership Questions, CrowdStrike Impact, and Evolution of the CISO with Laura O’Toole

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Newsday: AI Leadership Questions, CrowdStrike Impact, and Evolution of the CISO with Laura O’Toole

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

2 Minute Drill: Blood Supplier Attack, Delta vs. CrowdStrike, and Cyber Burnout with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Blood Supplier Attack, Delta vs. CrowdStrike, and Cyber Burnout with Drex DeFord

Drex DeFord dives into the latest cybersecurity challenges impacting the healthcare sector. Diving into the ransomware attack on OneBlood, a nonprofit blood center serving multiple states, and its significant impact on clinical operations. Next, Drex covers the ongoing legal battle between Delta Air Lines and CrowdStrike over a costly cyber incident. Finally, he highlights a concerning trend where overworked cyber professionals are turning to cybercrime as an alternative career path. Remember, S

2 Minute Drill: Health Equity Breach, North Korean Hackers, and Apple Updates with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Health Equity Breach, North Korean Hackers, and Apple Updates with Drex DeFord

Drex DeFord covers critical updates in cybersecurity and technology risks. Discover the latest on Health Equity's data breach impacting 4.3 million accounts, a U.S. indictment of a North Korean hacker targeting healthcare organizations, and urgent Apple security updates. Plus, insights into technology consolidation risks with recent outages at Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services. Remember, Stay a little paranoid. Subscribe: https://www.thisweekhealth.com/subscribe/ Linkedin: https://www.link

2 Minute Drill: Crowdstrike Estimated Costs and Insurance Impacts with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: Crowdstrike Estimated Costs and Insurance Impacts with Drex DeFord

Drex DeFord discusses the financial impact of the recent CrowdStrike incident, estimating healthcare losses at $1.9 billion. He explores the implications for cyber and business interruption insurance, highlighting the potential for rising insurance costs and the likelihood of litigation. Drex also delves into the broader risks associated with consolidation in the industry and the interconnected nature of cybersecurity and risk management. Remember, Stay a little paranoid. Subscribe: https://www.

Solution Showcase: ServiceNow on Automation and Efficiency with Drew Koerner and Muhammad Siddiqui

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Solution Showcase: ServiceNow on Automation and Efficiency with Drew Koerner and Muhammad Siddiqui

July 31, 2024: Bill Russell hosts a solution showcase with Drew Koerner , Healthcare CTO at ServiceNow , and Muhammad Siddiqui , CDO and CIO of Reid Health , on the transformative power of digital automation in healthcare. The conversation delves into the practical applications of ServiceNow in healthcare IT, addressing how it streamlines workflows, reduces manual tasks, and enhances patient care experiences. How can automating routine processes improve efficiency in healthcare systems? What rol

2 Minute Drill: CrowdStrike’s Crisis Clean-Up, HHS Cloud Security Gaps, and the Rise of SearchGPT

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2 Minute Drill: CrowdStrike’s Crisis Clean-Up, HHS Cloud Security Gaps, and the Rise of SearchGPT

Discover the response to CrowdStrike’s recent blue screen incident and the steps being taken to prevent future issues. Learn about the critical cloud security gaps found in the Department of Health and Human Services, and get a glimpse of OpenAI’s new SearchGPT prototype, a potential game-changer in the AI search landscape. Plus, find out why cloud security company Wiz is opting for an IPO over a major deal with Google. Tune in for all this and more in just two minutes! Remember, Stay a little p

Newsday: Unified Endpoints, Rising Ransomware, and Human in the Loop with Michael Robinson

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Newsday: Unified Endpoints, Rising Ransomware, and Human in the Loop with Michael Robinson

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

2 Minute Drill: CrowdStrike's Content Update Fallout with Drex DeFord

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2 Minute Drill: CrowdStrike's Content Update Fallout with Drex DeFord

Drex DeFord dives into the recent global cybersecurity incident caused by a CrowdStrike content update. He explains how the update led to millions of Windows machines worldwide showing the blue screen of death, the immediate impacts on various industries, especially healthcare, and CrowdStrike's steps to address the situation. Drex also highlights the efforts of IT and security professionals in resolving the crisis and the lessons learned from this unprecedented event. Remember, Stay a little pa

Solution Showcase: Exploring Cloud Solutions With CDW, Children’s Health, and Cook Children’s

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Solution Showcase: Exploring Cloud Solutions With CDW, Children’s Health, and Cook Children’s

July 24, 2024: Tom Stafford (Healthcare CTO at CDW ), Chris Akeroyd (Executive VP and CIO of Children’s Health ), and Theresa Meadows (SVP and CIO of Cook Children’s ) join Bill for a Solution Showcase. They discuss how initial cloud enthusiasm meets real-world challenges, such as data retrieval issues and vendor lock-in, and how these experiences shaped their current strategies. What lessons can be drawn from early cloud adoption missteps, and how do healthcare organizations ensure security and