Risk Never Sleeps Podcast

When a nation-state attack turns theory into reality, security leadership is tested in ways no playbook can fully prepare you for. In this episode, Tim Brown, Chief Information Security Officer and VP of Security for SolarWinds, reflects on his journey from security product builder to frontline CISO during one of the most consequential supply-chain attacks in history. He shares firsthand lessons f...

AI is no longer a future concept in oncology; it’s becoming a necessity. In this episode, Dan Nardi, CEO of Reimagine Care, talks about how AI-driven virtual cancer care is reshaping healthcare delivery and rapidly becoming the standard of care. He explains how rising patient volumes, clinician shortages, and burnout are pushing providers to adopt AI to bridge the widening supply–demand gap in onc...

Why do so many organizations invest in technology but overlook leadership in security? In this episode, M.K. Palmore, the founder and principal advisor at Apogee Global, talks about building a people-centered approach to cybersecurity, physical security, and leadership advisory for growing organizations. He shares how his experience across the FBI, Marines, and Silicon Valley shaped his mission to...

The endocannabinoid system could become a platform as consequential as GLP-1s, starting with non-addictive, disease-modifying therapies for women’s health and chronic pain. In this episode, Caitlyn Krebs discusses how generative AI is accelerating the design of oral small molecules that target CB1 and CB2 receptors for pain, inflammation, and endometriosis. She breaks down why today’s endometriosi...

Medical imaging AI is shifting from narrow, single-task tools to foundation models, and that shift will demand better access to standardized, privacy-safe data. In this episode, Martin Willemink, co-founder and chief scientific officer of a medical imaging data startup, discusses how hospitals can securely de-identify and standardize imaging datasets so researchers can search, filter, and learn fr...

Want to take control of your health before it’s too late? In this episode, Hunter Ziesing, co-founder and Head of Partnerships at Longevity Health, discusses how his company leverages data, AI, and personalized care to enhance longevity and prevent disease. He shares his journey from Wall Street to cancer advocacy, culminating in the creation of a virtual clinic that combines comprehensive testing...

AI only works when it’s tied to real business outcomes, governed responsibly, and built on clean internal data, not hype.  In this episode, Will Conaway, healthcare technology executive and AI advisor, rejoins the podcast and discusses his shift from large enterprise leadership into consulting and what he’s seeing as organizations rush into AI. He breaks down what clients should have ready before...

AI is no longer optional in healthcare or law; it’s becoming a defining line between those who adapt and those who fall behind. In this episode, Carrie Nixon, Founder and Managing Partner of Nixon Law Group, discusses the rapid rise of AI in healthcare and legal services, exploring its implications for innovation, regulation, and the future workforce. She explains how AI is most powerful when used...

Cost optimization through application decommissioning is one of the largest untapped financial levers in healthcare today. In this episode, Jason Rose breaks down how healthcare systems can reduce operating costs, eliminate redundant applications, lower cyber risk, and repurpose decades of clinical and financial data. He explains why cost containment has become the top priority for healthcare lead...

What if the key to stopping cyberattacks before they happen isn’t chasing malware, but outsmarting it with extreme network visibility and never-forgetting threat intelligence? In this episode, Tony Scott, CEO of Intrusion, explained that the company focuses on extreme network visibility, maintaining institutional memory of threats, and blocking malicious communications to prevent cyberattacks, inc...

Technology only improves healthcare when it removes burdens from clinicians and strengthens patient care—not when it adds complexity. In this episode, Joyce Oh, Chief Information and Digital Transformation Officer, discusses how her organization is navigating AI adoption, operational maturity, and the realities of modern healthcare technology. She explains why the next two years are focused on sta...

What if technology could give every nurse an extra set of hands? In this episode, Brittany Cyriacks, Clinical Informatics Program Director at UCHealth, discusses transforming bedside care with intelligent, in-room assistance. She describes how smart tools can support newer nurses in the moment, reducing uncertainty and strengthening confidence. She highlights how reducing alert fatigue and automat...

This episode is brought to you by Censinet and Outcomes Rocket. Trust and regulation are the real bottlenecks preventing AI from safely transforming healthcare. In this episode, Brian Yam, Chief Operating Officer at Sonology, discusses the fast-evolving role of AI in healthcare, the risks of handling protected health information, and why building AI solutions internally can enhance security and re...

Nurses are at the forefront of healthcare innovation, yet their voices are often overlooked. In this episode, Rosa Hart, a nurse, media consultant, and author recognized globally for advancing health communication, digital engagement, and nursing innovation, discusses her journey of hosting podcasts to educate stroke survivors and caregivers, as well as exploring the role of AI in healthcare. She...

AI in healthcare is accelerating rapidly, and the winners will be those who lean in, set smart guardrails, and help shape what comes next.  In this episode, Hamed Abbaszadegan, an internal medicine–trained physician and clinical informatics leader known as “The AI MD,” discusses the rapid shift from cautious curiosity to full-on AI adoption across healthcare, fueled by personal user experiences an...

Unlock the secret to building high-performing, resilient teams in the age of AI. In this episode, Raghunath Sapuram, CEO of the TLEX Institute, discusses unlocking human potential through resilience and leadership training, building high-performing teams, and promoting well-being and engagement in the workplace. He explains how immersive programs, such as the Sky Immersion Program, reduce stress a...

AI is finally eliminating the documentation burden that has slowed physicians for decades. In this episode, Dr. James Maisel, CEO and founder of ZyDoc, shares his three-decade journey from retina surgeon to health-tech entrepreneur and how AI is transforming clinical documentation. He reflects on early attempts to build electronic health records in the 1990s, the inefficiencies created by click-he...

What if AI could not only track your health but truly care for you when your doctor isn't around? In this episode, Dr. Jennie Luna, Founder and CEO of NuVee, discusses creating an AI health companion called Koa, designed to provide empathy and support to patients between doctor visits. She explains the difference between GLP-1 and GIP+GLP-1 medications for diabetes and obesity. Dr. Luna also share...

Patients deserve transparency when AI influences their care, and health systems need governance that makes AI accountable at scale.  In this episode, Dr. Jodyn Platt, an associate professor at the University of Michigan Medical School, discusses how patients and the public perceive AI in healthcare, why many are interested in knowing when AI is used, and how trust and shared decision-making influe...

Bridging medical and dental care with AI is no longer optional; it is essential for the future of patient care and clinician support. In this episode, Dr. Kathryn Alderman, CEO and founder of Intelligent Care Alliance, shares how her background in biological and functional dentistry led her to challenge the silos separating dental, medical, mental health, and pharmacy care. She explains how AI can...

Ethical AI in healthcare will only matter if it delivers real clinical and financial outcomes, not hype or talk. In this episode, sponsored by Outcomes Rocket and Censinet, Sherri Douville, a healthcare AI leader and CEO of Medigram, discusses the urgent need to make AI work for healthcare as hospitals face financial strain, Medicaid pressure, and rising administrative burdens. She explains why tr...

What does it really take to make AI work on the front lines of healthcare? In this episode, Joshua Tamayo-Sarver, Vice President of Innovation at Inflect Health and Vituity, discusses how a physician-led innovation engine transforms real clinical frustrations into scalable healthcare technology. He explains how Vituity’s fully democratic partnership model and Inflect Health’s venture, studio, and...

This episode of the AI Med 25 Insights series is brought to you by Outcomes Rocket and Censinet. AI is advancing rapidly in healthcare, but what happens behind the scenes when a system attempts to adopt it responsibly? In this episode, Anahi Santiago, Chief Information Security Officer at ChristianaCare, shares how a tech-forward health system is embracing AI across clinical workflows, operations,...

Recognizing that life has an expiration date makes both medicine and risk-taking more meaningful, and that insight runs through this entire conversation.  In this episode, Dr. Orvil Martinez, CEO of the Advanced Medical Research Center, and Dr. Felix Rivera, owner of US Neurology Consulting, discuss how their Puerto Rican roots, love of adventure, and passion for technology influence their medical...

Interoperability is the missing foundation for AI in healthcare because without real-time, high-quality data, even the best models can’t mature. In this episode, Jose Macion, founder and CEO of GenOp Health, discusses his vision for a “healthcare internet” built on blockchain, enabling secure, real-time data exchange among hospitals, providers, and payers. He explains why blockchain can help track...