Podcast
Risk Never Sleeps Podcast
Hosted by Ed Gaudet · EN
Hosted by Ed Gaudet, CEO and Founder of Censinet, The Risk Never Sleeps Podcast highlights the people protecting patient safety in today's fast-paced, high-demand, increasingly digital healthcare environment.
Through conversations with CIOs, CISOs, and Risk Leaders we highlight their insights and best practices around one core question: What must we do to protect patient safety?
For more information and ways you can increase your risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com
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Episode #150. Fail Fast, Learn Faster: Protecting People, Machines, and Data, with Matt Topper, CEO of UberEther
Dec 200:27:24Summary readyA cybersecurity future where humans and machines share identities is already here. In this episode, Matt Topper, CEO of UberEther, discusses how identity has expanded beyond individuals to encompass devices, machines, and AI systems, and why securing these relationships is now crucial. He explains how identity’s compliance-driven past created fragmented systems and slow implementations, and why the industry must shift toward unified, security-first approaches. Matt also discusses the rise of non-human identities, emerging standards, and the growing need for resilient on-premise identity systems as cloud outages and AI adoption accelerate. He concludes by explaining why continuous learning and embracing failure are essential for anyone entering the fields of cybersecurity or healthcare. Tune in to hear Matt’s vision for the future of identity security! Matt Topper is a recognized leader in cybersecurity with over 20 years of experience architecting next-generation Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions that power digital transformation and protect mission-critical assets. As President of UberEther, Matt leads an elite team of cybersecurity innovators, delivering secure and scalable solutions for some of the world's most complex cloud and hybrid environments. Things You’ll Learn: Identity now encompasses humans, devices, machines, APIs, and AI systems, making non-human identity a critical focus in cybersecurity. Traditional perimeter security is no longer sufficient, and identity has become the essential control in distributed, SaaS-based environments. Identity historically evolved as a compliance function, resulting in siloed tools, slow implementations, and weak alignment with security teams. Unified, security-first identity architectures offer integrated, vertical-specific solutions, replacing fragmented vendor ecosystems. AI and machine-to-machine interactions introduce new risks, and industry standards for non-human identity are still rapidly evolving. Resilient on-premise identity systems are necessary to maintain operations during cloud or internet outages in hospitals, manufacturing, and retail. Continuous learning, embracing failure, and using incidents as growth opportunities are essential for success in cybersecurity and healthcare. Resources: Connect with and follow Matt Topper on LinkedIn. Follow UberEther on LinkedIn and discover their website! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode #149. The Death of Search: How AI Is Rebuilding the Healthcare Internet, with Russell Rothstein, CEO of WebHealthNetwork Media
Nov 2600:16:18Summary readyRapid shifts driven by AI are rewriting the future of healthcare publishing, search, and the workforce—and those who adapt quickly will thrive. In this episode, Russell Rothstein examines the decline of search-driven traffic, the emergence of AI-driven healthcare engagement, and how his network connects millions of clinicians and consumers through targeted data solutions. He explains why middle-tier white-collar roles are about to face major disruption, how entrepreneurs can navigate this new landscape, and why adapting quickly is the only winning strategy. About Russell Rothstein: Russell Rothstein is an accomplished technology and media entrepreneur with a strong history of building data-rich companies that serve Fortune 500 brands. He is the CEO of WebHealthNetwork Media, a leading healthcare publisher that connects pharmaceutical companies and hospital networks with nearly one million U.S. physicians and over 2.6 million healthcare stakeholders through targeted digital campaigns delivered across 20+ specialty sites. His team provides unmatched first-party data, physician-level targeting, and daily performance reporting that consistently drives results far above industry benchmarks. Rothstein is also the founder and CEO of Sales Spider, a global intent-based data company with over 80 million businesses and 300 million executives in its database. Sales Spider delivers more than 100,000 qualified opt-in leads each quarter and runs precise geofenced advertising for B2B clients across 50+ countries. Before these ventures, Rothstein led NorthPath, a sales outsourcing firm operating across North America and Europe, and previously excelled at Oracle, where he earned multiple awards including Canada’s top territory sales representative. His career began with Bizware, a software company he built into a market leader before its acquisition. He holds an MBA from Ivey Business School and a First Class Honours BA from McGill University. Things You’ll Learn: AI is rapidly overtaking traditional search, forcing healthcare publishers and major platforms to reinvent themselves or disappear. Companies dependent on SEO-driven traffic face an unprecedented structural shift. Physician-level targeting, first-party data, and AI-driven appointment matching are becoming the new foundation of digital health engagement. These tools outperform legacy systems and reshape how patients and clinicians connect. Middle-tier white-collar roles—including coders, administrators, and clinicians—are the most vulnerable to near-term AI displacement. A wave of workforce disruption is coming faster than many expect. Entrepreneurs who adjust quickly, embrace change, and avoid clinging to outdated models will capture the biggest opportunities. Speed and openness matter more now than ever. Bootstrapping remains one of the smartest paths to long-term ownership and success. Russell’s own story shows that taking calculated risks with your own money builds resilience and better outcomes. Resources: Connect with and follow Russell Rothstein on LinkedIn. Follow WebHealthNetwork Media on LinkedIn. Discover the WebHealthNetwork Media’s Website! Try WebHealthAI here! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode #148. The Human Algorithm: How Clinicians Can Code Compassion into AI, with Dr. Alessio Morley-Fletcher, Co-Chair of the Department of Pediatrics’ Effective AI Implementation Committee at Boston Children’s Hospital
Nov 2500:22:34Summary readyClinicians are entering a new era, one where technology, innovation, and empathy must work in harmony. In this episode, Dr. Alessio Morley-Fletcher explores how clinicians can lead innovation responsibly in an AI-driven world. He shares how his work in mind-body medicine, simulation, and systems-based care strengthens resilience, teamwork, and psychological safety. Dr. Morley-Fletcher also discusses how tools like ChatGPT can help patients communicate more effectively, improving both satisfaction and outcomes. Tune in to learn how Dr. Morley-Fletcher is reimagining the intersection of medicine, technology, and humanity! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode #147. The Sound of Health: How AI and Voice Are Transforming Diagnostics, with Henry O’Connell, CEO and Co-Founder of Canary Speech
Nov 2000:22:00Summary readyAI can now detect diseases just by listening to your voice. In this episode, Henry O’Connell, CEO and Co-Founder of Canary Speech, explains how vocal biomarkers are transforming healthcare diagnostics. By processing over 15 million data elements per minute, Canary can detect conditions like Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s with up to 99% accuracy from just 40 seconds of speech. Henry also shares how AI and deep learning are turning speech data into actionable insights that empower clinicians and future innovators alike. Tune in to learn how voice and AI are reshaping the future of healthcare! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode #146. Your AI Therapist is Here: Can Bots Really Improve Mental Health?, with Alex Frenkel, CEO and co-founder of Kai.AI
Nov 1300:16:42Summary readyScaling mental health support for millions starts with a conversation. In this episode, Alex Frenkel, CEO and co-founder of Kai.AI, discusses how evidence-based psychology and conversational AI are revolutionizing access to mental health services. Kai has supported over 200,000 people globally, showing a 30% improvement in well-being after just four weeks. Frenkel also discusses how the clinician-supervised platform empowers therapists and expands support through partnerships with employers, schools, and healthcare providers. Tune in to learn how AI can help bridge the global mental health gap! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode #145. Cancer Isn’t One Size Fits All, Why Treatment Shouldn’t Be Either, with Jim Foote, CEO and Co-Founder of First Ascent Biomedical
Nov 600:16:57Summary readyWhat if cancer treatment could be as unique as your own DNA? In this episode, Jim Foote, CEO and Co-Founder of First Ascent Biomedical, shares how his company is transforming oncology through functional precision medicine, designing personalized cancer treatments tailored to each patient’s biology. He explains how this approach moves beyond population averages to improve outcomes and why technology and biology must work together to guide care. Foote also reflects on how losing his 17-year-old son to cancer inspired him to create better tools for doctors and patients alike, comparing cancer’s constant mutation to the evasiveness of cyber threats. Tune in to hear how innovation, resilience, and data-driven care are redefining the future of cancer treatment! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode #144. Code Blue Meets Code Red: Cybersecurity in Scrubs, with Ashini Surati, CISO at CloudWave
Oct 200:15:45Summary readyHow do you protect rural hospitals with limited resources from today’s growing cyber threats? In this episode, Ashini Surati, Chief Information Security Officer at CloudWave, shares her journey into healthcare security and how her team supports community and mid-sized hospitals through disaster recovery, managed security, and 24/7 SOC operations. She explains the importance of bridging frontline realities with vendor solutions, highlights key initiatives in endpoint protection, SIEM/SOAR, and AI-driven reporting, and offers advice for the next generation of cybersecurity leaders. Tune in to hear how CloudWave is helping healthcare providers stay secure while keeping the focus on patient care! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode #143. When Machines Predict, Humans Protect with Bob Berbeco, CIO of Mahaska Health
Sep 2500:26:46Summary readyHow can healthcare harness AI while keeping ethics front and center? In this episode, Bob Berbeco, CIO of Mahaska Health, discusses building a Data Science and AI Center of Excellence to advance predictive modeling, machine learning, and research with ethical governance. He also highlights the importance of listening with a beginner’s mind, simplifying technology conversations, and balancing the promise and risks of AI in healthcare. Tune in to hear how technology leaders can shape innovation while keeping patient care at the core! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode #142. Code Meets Clinic: Hacking Healthcare with Humanity, with Dr. Joseph Izzo, Emergency Physician for Kaiser Permanente and CMIO at San Joaquin General Hospital
Sep 1800:23:49Summary readyThe core of every healthcare innovation, whether in IT, AI, or cybersecurity, must remain the patient. In this episode, Dr. Joseph Izzo discusses his transition from programming to medicine and how that unique background allows him to bridge clinical care with technology. He shares insights on EMR optimization, the importance of AI governance, and creating safe spaces for residents to experiment with new tools. The conversation also highlights the potential of population health data, the challenges of cybersecurity, and the value of pursuing nontraditional paths in medicine. Along the way, he reflects on leadership, teamwork, and the central reminder that all progress must be in service of the patient. Tune in and learn how healthcare leaders balance innovation, safety, and humanity in the age of AI! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Episode #141. AI’s Dark Side: Phishing, Deepfakes, and the Future of Risk ,with Ross Leo, Chief Information, Compliance, and Privacy Officer at InvisALERT Solutions
Sep 1100:38:43Summary readyThe biggest risk in cybersecurity today isn’t just technology, but how humans interact with it under constant pressure. In this episode, Ross Leo discusses the evolving threats to patient safety, from ransomware to AI-driven phishing, and how his team builds systems that resist both mistakes and attacks. He reflects on his journey through the Navy, NASA, and healthcare, showing how risk can also be an opportunity to grow, adapt, and find new career paths. Along the way, Ross shares personal stories, advice for newcomers, and even his favorite music picks. Tune in and learn how risk, opportunity, and resilience shape both cybersecurity and life itself! For more information and ways to increase risk awareness and safety, visit us at www.censinet.com. Music by David Cosgrove an accomplished composer, musician, producer, and engineer. Listen to his latest project Del Piombo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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