Best Drex Podcasts (2025)

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2 Minute Drill: Kettering Health Ransomware, Scattered Spider's Campaign, and Facebook's Breach Drex DeFord 5:28

23h ago5:28

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Drex covers in-depth look at the ongoing ransomware attack on Kettering Health, attributed to the Interlock gang known for double extortion tactics - stealing data before encrypting systems. The health system demonstrates exemplary crisis communication while maintaining operations and warning patients about related scams. Next, the Scattered Spider…

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST FRIDAY MAY 23 29:01

8h ago29:01

29:01

Tad is worried his conduct with a faculty member at his kid's school could jeopardize both of their futures.

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Drex Has Issues 16:43

23d ago16:43

16:43

GUEST: Drex, broadcaster and host of The Drex Show on 102.1 The Edge Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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The Jas Johal Show: May 23, 2025 46:21

1h ago46:21

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Why can’t West Vancouver build more homes? GUEST: Mark Sager, District of West Vancouver Mayor Actress Olivia Cheng drops by to promote her new film Lucky Star GUEST: Olivia Cheng, actress and former broadcast journalist The Wrap - From Vancouver to Burnaby, should cities spend tax dollars on giant selfie signs & Does Metro Vancouver need a 10,000 …

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The Week That Was in BC Politics: May 23, 2025 17:53

1h ago17:53

17:53

GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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The Jas Johal Show: May 22, 2025 53:24

6h ago53:24

53:24

The dilemma behind the B.C ostrich farm cull GUEST: Jason Tetro, Host of the Super Awesome Science Show, Microbiologist with expertise in emerging pathogens Canada and Donald Trump's ‘Golden Dome’: are we giving up sovereignty for safety? GUEST: Richard Shimooka - Senior Fellow at the Macdonald Laurier Institute specializing in strategic studies, c…

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST THURSDAY MAY 22 33:46

1d ago33:46

33:46

Jodi needs to hit "The Panic Button". She just found out that the big family trip to the lake this weekend is not a “family” trip at all!

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Keynote: Security is Efficiency Webinar Re-Run with James Bowie and Mick Coady 46:49

2d ago46:49

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May 22, 2025: James Bowie, VP and CISO of Tampa General Hospital, and Mick Coady, CTO at Armis, join Drex for this webinar re-run. Discover how asset visibility exposes unused medical equipment, saving hundreds of thousands in unnecessary purchases. James shares how quantifying a vulnerability in the “language everyone speaks”, money, sparked immed…

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What’s new with B.C’s Farmer’s Markets this year? 10:12

3d ago10:12

10:12

GUEST: Melissa Maltais, Membership & ProgramsManager at the BC Association of Farmers' Markets) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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The Jas Johal Show: May 21, 2025 42:04

3d ago42:04

42:04

Has Metro Vancouver outgrown its governance structure? GUEST: Daniel Fontaine, New Westminster City Councillor DREX HAS ISSUES - At what point does vacuuming get too loud? GUEST: Drex, Corus Radio Broadcaster How long has the City of Richmond been dealing with financial mismanagement from within? GUEST: Kash Heed, Richmond City Councillor Learn mor…

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2 Minute Drill: Kettering Ransomware, Breach $700K Penalty, and HIBP Database 2.0 with Drex DeFord 4:15

3d ago4:15

4:15

Drex covers three critical cybersecurity stories in healthcare: Kettering Health Network's ransomware crisis affecting 14 hospitals with patient data at risk, a landmark $700,000 civil penalty against Breach Forums founder Connor Fitzpatrick, and the release of Have I Been Pwned (HIBP) 2.0 with enhanced breach monitoring capabilities. Stay informed…

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST WEDNESDAY MAY 21 33:41

2d ago33:41

33:41

Ever had a premonition or gut feeling that actually came true? Tad is freaking out, because his premonition is tied to the guy who played Norm on “Cheers”!?!

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Comedian Julie Kim arrives in Vancouver for the Doing Too Much Comedy Tour! 20:16

4d ago20:16

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GUEST: Julie Kim, stand-up comedian and writer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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The Jas Johal Show: May 20, 2025 45:35

4d ago45:35

45:35

Are we heading into a second postal strike? GUEST: Marvin Ryder, Associate professor at McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business Can Vancouver afford a million dollar selfie sign? GUEST: Carson Binda, B.C Director of the Canadian Taxpayers Feder Comedian Julie Kim arrives in Vancouver for the Doing Too Much Comedy Tour! GUEST: Julie Kim, s…

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Local government is drifting, trust is crumbling. It’s time for a reckoning. 17:51

4d ago17:51

17:51

Jas Johal rants about the trust in local governments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST TUESDAY MAY 20 37:54

3d ago37:54

37:54

Tad is trying a new approach with his wife when it comes to chores, and there's a chance you'll STILL think he's a monster!

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The Jas Johal Show: May 19, 2025 44:14

5d ago44:14

44:14

“Nothing happens”: Vancouver store owner fed up with frequent retail crime GUEST: Tricia Hill, owner and executive director of Stoxx Vintage in Kingsgate Mall in Vancouver, Metrotown in Burnaby, and Nanaimo What’s next for Canada in the tariff landscape? GUEST: Dr. Samuel Roscoe, lecturer at UBC’s Sauder School of Business Rubber Duck Museum swims …

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST MONDAY MAY 19 39:42

4d ago39:42

39:42

Would you want the job if this happened to you? Grant was "set up" by a potential employer in the worst way.

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Newsday: World Health Day 2025 and USA’s Shocking Maternal Statistics with Amy Oliver 19:40

5d ago19:40

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May 26, 2025: Amy Oliver, VP of Marketing at Panda Health, joins Sarah for the news. What does World Health Day 2025's focus on maternal health reveal about global disparities, and how can digital solutions bridge these gaps? The conversation delves into alarming statistics showing the United States has the highest maternal mortality rate among dev…

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Flourish: Unplugging, Boundaries, and Identity Beyond Career with Tovia Marinstein 34:52

5d ago34:52

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May 19, 2025: Tovia Marinstein, Senior Talent Intelligence Analyst at LevelUP HCS, explores the challenges of finding balance in our hyper-connected world. Tovia shares her strategies on establishing boundaries between work and personal life, especially in the age of remote work, where lines increasingly blur. Through candid insights about decision…

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Lesson Plans & Les Misérables - with Javier Garcia and Catherine Smith 38:32

6d ago38:32

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Drex and Alisa sit down, with Catherine Smith and Javier Garcia, to chat about their lives and what its like teaching in rural Texas. Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series brings to life American …

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The Jas Johal Show: May 16, 2025 42:23

7d ago42:23

42:23

Are vehicle levies the answer to transit funding? GUEST: Daniel Fontaine, New Westminster City Councillor What does a new federal A.I minister mean for Canada’s tech sector? GUEST: Rob Goehring, CEO of the A.I Network of B.C The Wrap - Should public service workers be rewarded with taxpayer-funded gift cards & Has festival food gotten out of hand? …

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The Week That Was in BC Politics: May 16th, 2025 15:29

7d ago15:29

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GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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2 Minute Drill: VMware Vulnerabilities & Patch Tuesday Roundup With Drex DeFord 3:15

7d ago3:15

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Learn about a new VMware Tools vulnerability allowing privilege escalation, Microsoft's Patch Tuesday releasing fixes for 70 vulnerabilities including 5 actively exploited zero-days, and Apple's comprehensive OS updates. The episode highlights the importance of patching industrial control systems from Siemens, Schneider Electric, and Phoenix Contac…

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST FRIDAY MAY 16 34:20

7d ago34:20

34:20

Want to be in a movie with Will Ferrell and Zac Efron? Our “Celebrity Insider” A-Wood tells you how!

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The Jas Johal Show: May 15, 2025 33:11

8d ago33:11

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Why can’t the City of Richmond trace nearly $300,000 in gift cards for staff? GUEST: Catherine Urquhart, Global B.C Reporter Is Gregor Robertson wrong for prioritizing housing supply over home prices? The end of B.C’s E.V rebates leaves car dealers bracing for impact GUEST: Blair Qualey, President and CEO of the New Car Dealers Association of B.C L…

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How did Richmond lose track of nearly $300,000 in gift cards for staff? 10:11

8d ago10:11

10:11

GUEST: Malcolm Brodie, Mayor of Richmond Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST THURSDAY MAY 15 29:35

8d ago29:35

29:35

Sarah needs to hit "The Panic Button" because brother asked her to do him a favor while she’s babysitting his kid. The problem is that it involves something MEDICAL that the kid’s mother has already said she’s against!

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Keynote: Stability Versus Innovation and The Great CIO Escape Room with Reid Stephan 44:35

9d ago44:35

44:35

May 15, 2025: Reid Stephan, VP and CIO of St. Luke's Health System, explores the constant battle for prioritization in healthcare. The discussion delves into the tension between vendor partnerships and innovation, challenging the notion that vendor alignment equals strategic vision. Satya Nadella claims "AI hasn't delivered much yet" while Bill Gat…

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The Jas Johal Show: May 14, 2025 38:43

9d ago38:43

38:43

Affordability concerns plague the Safeway Commercial Drive redevelopment plans GUEST: Craig Ollenberger, Chair of the Grandview Woodland Area Council DREX HAS ISSUES - Does Burnaby really need a landmark sign? GUEST: Drex, Corus Radio Broadcaster Is B.C seriously considering placing vehicle levies on drivers? GUEST: Richard Zussman, Global B.C Legi…

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST WEDNESDAY MAY 14 22:20

9d ago22:20

22:20

Are you being tracked at work through your air pods? Kara tells you how they can do it!

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Solution Showcase: SHI’s Risk-Free AI Lab with Kris Nessa and Lee Ziliak 29:06

10d ago29:06

29:06

May 14, 2025: SHI’s Kris Nessa, CTO, and Lee Ziliak, Field CTO and Managing Director of Architecture, dive into their cutting-edge AI lab. What if healthcare providers could test AI solutions before committing millions to infrastructure? Lee and Kris reveal their rapid six-week approach to validating AI use cases while addressing critical staffing …

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The Jas Johal Show with Guest Host Bruce Claggett: May 13, 2025 38:51

10d ago38:51

38:51

Prime Minister Mark Carney unveils his new Cabinet GUEST: Mackenzie Gray, Ottawa correspondent with Global National PM Carney’s new federal cabinet: Did B.C get what it wants? GUEST: Stewart Prest, Political Science lecturer, University of British Columbia The fight to save Surrey’s Grade 7 band programs GUEST: Vanessa Prada, Surrey parent and advo…

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2 Minute Drill: Rural Health Vulnerabilities and LockBit Ransomware Gang Hacked with Drex DeFord 4:40

11d ago4:40

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In this episode, Drex covers three key security stories: the HSCC's "On the Edge" report on rural healthcare cybersecurity vulnerabilities, Mossimo's security breach affecting their manufacturing operations, and the hacking of LockBit ransomware gang which exposed Bitcoin wallets and negotiation messages. Drex also mentions his panel at HIMSS South…

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST TUESDAY MAY 13 28:09

10d ago28:09

28:09

Drex has everyone going nuts with what HE thinks is the #1 way to break up with someone!!!

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The Jas Johal Show: May 12, 2025 47:53

11d ago47:53

47:53

Is Victoria bigfooting municipalities with Bill 15? GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C Legislative Bureau Chief What’s causing the rise in gas prices? GUEST: Dan McTeague, President of Canadians for Affordable Energy How badly did the B.C government fumble Massey Tunnel upgrades? Feuding Langleys. Is it time to discuss amalgamation? GUEST: Eric Woodw…

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TAD DREX & KARA PODCAST MONDAY MAY 12 33:32

11d ago33:32

33:32

Tad made the mistake of telling his kid about his first celebrity crush. His son laughed at him... but they hadn't gotten to one particular scene in the movie!

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Newsday: Increasing Expectations and Mass CIO Job Shifts with This Week Health 30:19

12d ago30:19

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May 12, 2025: Drex DeFord and Sarah Richardson join Bill for the news. How do you prioritize when everything seems urgent? The group shares stories of impossible expectations and political realities while debating the true cost of innovation in healthcare. Bill, Drex, and Sarah discuss the rising number of CXOs who are shifting to new jobs througho…

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Waxing Lyrically 's Mother's Day Special 52:59

13d ago52:59

52:59

For our 50th we have a special Mother's Day episode that contains shout outs to and from our Lyric moms and a few interviews with moms and their children. Bygone Brown new locally produced podcast (Relive those thrilling days of yesteryear with this extensively researched and entertainingly told - using the voices of Lyric Players - this series bri…

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The Week That Was in Politics 16:37

14d ago16:37

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GUEST: Keith Baldrey, Global B.C Legislative Bureau Chief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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The Jas Johal Show: May 9, 2025 37:48

14d ago37:48

37:48

Will Translink’s trucking standards be enough to prevent overpass strikes? GUEST: Dave Earle, President and CEO at BC Trucking Association Could the new Vancouver Art Gallery be home to a wider performance arts complex? GUEST: Suzanne Anton, Former Attorney General for BC and former Vancouver City Councillor The Wrap - Would Americans offering sign…

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California opens their arms for Canada with discounted hotel rates 8:08

14d ago8:08

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GUEST: Caroline Beteta, President and CEO of Visit California Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy CKNW / Curiouscast

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2 Minute Drill: AI Agent, Shadow AI Risks, and Expert Cyber Insurance Tips with Drex DeFord 4:25

15d ago4:25

4:25

In this episode, Drex highlights former HCA CSO Paul Connolly's practical cyber insurance guidance, introduces OpenAI's new "Operator" AI agent that can independently perform web tasks, and examines the emerging organizational risks of "shadow AI" as employees implement unauthorized AI solutions in their workflows without proper oversight. Remember…

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