Episodes

Are you really getting the most out of the platforms you're already paying for? In this episode, Elevsis Delgadillo emphasizes the importance of helping healthcare organizations fully utilize platforms like ServiceNow to cut costs, reduce tech sprawl, and address staffing challenges. He highligh…

This is the story of a healthcare IT leader who swapped a 450-person team for startup life and ended up selling the very tech he used to buy. In this episode, Elevsis Delgadillo, SVP of Customer Success at KeenStack, shares how his 14-year career in healthcare IT leadership prepared him for the …

What happens when cybersecurity steps out from under IT and sits at the executive table? In this episode, Sara Coverstone shares how moving cybersecurity out of IT and aligning it with risk functions improved board visibility and elevated cyber risks as a strategic priority. Emphasizing that "cy…

One of the most urgent lessons from this conversation is that healthcare cybersecurity must become everyone’s responsibility, not just IT's. In this episode, Dr. Leanne Field shares how a pioneering Healthcare Cyber Risk Management micro-credential program equips healthcare professionals, from p…

What happens when a cybersecurity leader sees their role not just as a job, but as a calling? In this episode, Patrick Voon shares how his nearly nine-year journey has been shaped by purpose, mentorship, and a commitment to aligning cybersecurity leadership with the organization’s mission of “ma…

The true challenge with HIPAA isn't the regulation itself, but shifting healthcare providers' perspectives from compliance to proactive cybersecurity and patient risk management. In this episode, David Sims shares deep insights into HIPAA, emphasizing its flexibility, the importance of "recogniz…

AI isn't going to take our jobs; it's the people who know AI who will. In this episode, Eric Brown emphasizes security as a business enabler across diverse sectors like government, healthcare, and manufacturing, and highlights the imperative of understanding and harnessing AI. He also touches on…

What happens when cybersecurity, clinical care, and innovation converge in a hospital setting? In this episode, Lisa Bisterfeldt explores the evolving landscape of healthcare cybersecurity and the importance of aligning technical strategies with clinical operations. She emphasizes the need for c…

Assume good intentions as you partner with your clinicians for the best patient outcome. In this episode, Shane Pilcher shares insights on adopting artificial intelligence for automation, machine learning, and improving provider experience. Shane also addresses cybersecurity initiatives, the imp…

Sometimes, the best cybersecurity professionals come from the most unexpected places. In this episode, Kiersten Brill shares her journey from a non-IT background into cybersecurity, highlighting how the organization supported her growth and how she’s now focused on strengthening vendor risk asse…

What happens when nearly 7,000 hospitals are left to fend for themselves in the face of rising cyber threats and AI risks? In this episode, Chris Plummer reconnects with host Ed Gaudet to share cautious optimism about HIPAA rulemaking, highlight the inefficiencies of decentralized cybersecurity …

A strong security posture requires trust between IT, clinicians, and patients, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and culture over solely technical solutions.  In this episode, Bill Laukaitis emphasizes the importance of digital empathy, listening to clinical staff, and providing option…

How can organizations manage third-party cybersecurity risks, secure executive buy-in, and improve security communication? In this episode, Jeffrey Wheatman discusses how Black Kite helps organizations identify cybersecurity threats in their supply chain and emphasizes the need for clearer owner…

GRC (Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance) is evolving, requiring practitioners to have both technical and business acumen. In this episode, Ainhoa Iglesias-Diaz highlights the importance of a broad background to understand technical and business security aspects, enabling effective commu…

How can healthcare organizations balance tightening cybersecurity regulations with limited resources and protect patient data effectively? In this episode, Carter Groome discusses how his company has evolved from an electronic health record optimization firm to a healthcare security, privacy, an…

The cybersecurity landscape is constantly shifting and requires continuous education. In this episode, Will Conaway shares invaluable lessons learned from a career that has spanned executive roles at major healthcare systems to leadership positions in the technology sector. He emphasizes the imp…

Effective communication is crucial for bridging the gap between cybersecurity and business operations, especially in healthcare.  In this episode, Ashley Gelisse discusses the challenges of communicating cybersecurity risks to business leaders in healthcare organizations. Ashley highlights the i…

The key takeaway from this Risk Never Sleeps podcast episode is the growing importance of AI governance and how it uniquely differs from other governance structures. In this episode, Sam Khan discusses the evolving legal landscape surrounding AI in healthcare and the need for organizations to de…

A deep understanding of healthcare comes from experiencing it as a patient, a caregiver, and a professional within the industry. In this episode, Andrea Daugherty shares her predictions for the healthcare industry in 2025, noting expected shifts in policy, and highlights that healthcare organiza…

The key to overcoming challenges in healthcare technology, especially with AI, lies in addressing governance, workflow, and interdepartmental collaboration, not just the technology itself.  In this episode, Ty Greenhalgh shares how his role at Claroty involves coordinating departments and suppor…

What does it take to safeguard the most targeted sector in cybersecurity? In this episode, Kate Pierce emphasizes the disparity in cybersecurity resources between well-funded and underfunded healthcare providers and advocates for government and state-level initiatives to elevate minimum cybersec…

From battling a 13-year misdiagnosis to pioneering cutting-edge AI healthcare innovations, Robin Farmanfarmaian’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, Robin Farmanfarmaian discusses her journey in healthcare innovation, focusing on AI-driven solutions and patient empowerment. …

Staying curious, prioritizing family, and aligning personal mission with a corporate mission is key to professional success, especially in technology and healthcare. In this episode, Scott Nelson emphasizes the growing importance of AI in decision-making and highlights its ability to provide obj…

How do you manage risk in a world where it’s impossible to eliminate every threat? In this episode, James Case emphasizes that managing risk, especially in initiatives like data loss prevention, requires collaboration across multiple teams. He advocates for viewing risk as a business issue, high…