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The Current Consulting Group is uniquely qualified to meet its dual mission, which is to help employers comply with all applicable drug testing laws & regulations and to help employee screening providers increase revenue, improve profitability, & effectively promote their brand. The Current Consulting Group features a diverse team of employee screening subject matter experts & marketing specialists. Currently Speaking is a podcast designed to provide employers and providers with the latest employee screening trends, emerging technologies, and legal information, so that you can be Current too.

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August 21, 202619 min

Currently Speaking on Drug Testing’s Evolution and What Comes Next, with Mike Jeffries of ClearStar

In the first episode of this four-part series, Bill Current speaks with Mike Jeffries of ClearStar about his decades-long career in the drug testing and employment screening industries. Mike shares how he entered the industry as workplace drug testing was beginning to take shape, reflects on the consolidation and technological changes he has witnessed, and explains how ClearStar supports consumer reporting agencies through drug testing, occupational health, and medical review officer services. Bill and Mike also discuss the critical role of MRO review, the growing influence of background screening companies, emerging point-of-care technologies, and the challenges employers face as marijuana laws and workplace testing requirements continue to evolve. Mike also offers a preview of the next episode, which will explore the history and evolution of oral fluid testing.

August 4, 202634 min

Currently Speaking on Trust But Verify: Building a Culture of Compliance, with Greg Henderson of Federal Drug Testing Services

Compliance is about more than following regulations. It is about building a culture of trust, education, and accountability. In this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current is joined by Greg Henderson, founder of Federal Drug Testing Services and author of Trust But Verify: FAA Drug and Alcohol Compliance, What Every DER, Manager, and Executive Needs to Know. Greg shares the experiences that inspired his first industry book, discusses why Designated Employer Representatives (DERs) play such a critical role in workplace compliance, and explains why education and leadership are just as important as enforcement. Bill and Greg also explore common compliance challenges, the importance of supporting DERs, lessons learned from FAA audits, and why executives should better understand the responsibilities of their drug and alcohol testing programs. Whether you're a DER, employer, manager, or service provider, this conversation offers valuable insights into strengthening compliance while building a safer and more effective workplace.

July 27, 202614 min

Currently Speaking on Marijuana: The Real Culprit

In this episode, Bill Current examines the workplace safety implications of marijuana use, the misconceptions surrounding rescheduling, and why employers should remain focused on protecting employees, customers, and the public. He discusses what marijuana rescheduling does and does not mean, recent guidance from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), and why employers continue to have the right and the responsibility to prohibit workplace impairment. Whether you're an employer, HR professional, safety manager, or drug testing provider, this episode offers practical insights into navigating today's rapidly evolving marijuana landscape while maintaining a safe, compliant, and productive workplace.

July 17, 202633 min

Currently Speaking on The Implications of Marijuana Rescheduling, with Phil Dubois of Workplace Screening Intelligence

In this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current sits down with Phil Dubois, Founder and CEO of Workplace Screening Intelligence, to discuss one of the most important issues facing employers today: marijuana rescheduling and its potential impact on workplace drug testing.As federal agencies move forward with efforts to reschedule marijuana, employers, drug testing providers, and safety professionals are asking critical questions. Does rescheduling mean marijuana is federally legal? Will employers still be able to test for marijuana? Could the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) lose the authority to require marijuana testing for safety-sensitive employees?Bill and Phil explore the confusion surrounding marijuana rescheduling, the importance of maintaining drug-free workplaces, and the efforts underway to secure a "safety carve-out" that would preserve DOT marijuana testing requirements. They also discuss employer liability, workplace safety concerns, state marijuana laws, and why oral fluid testing is emerging as an important tool for employers navigating the changing regulatory landscape.

June 17, 202616 min

Currently Speaking on Will the Marijuana Movement Kill Drug Testing

As marijuana legalization continues to expand and the federal government moves forward with marijuana rescheduling, many employers and drug testing providers are asking an important question: What does the future hold for workplace drug testing? In this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current reviews findings from Current Consulting Group’s 28th Annual Drug Testing Industry Survey and discusses what nearly 500 industry professionals had to say about marijuana legalization, marijuana rescheduling, workplace safety, and the future of drug testing. Will the marijuana movement ultimately reduce the need for workplace drug testing, or could it actually strengthen the industry's future? Tune in as Bill explores the latest survey data, regulatory developments, and trends shaping the future of workplace drug testing.

May 21, 202617 min

Currently Speaking on 10 Reasons Why a Drug Testing Policy Needs to Be Updated Regularly

In this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current explains why regularly updating your drug testing policy is essential to maintaining a safe, compliant, and effective drug-free workplace program. Drawing on findings from Current Consulting Group’s 2025 employer survey, Bill discusses how employers measure the return on investment of drug testing and why most organizations continue to view it as a highly effective tool for promoting workplace safety, improving hiring quality, reducing legal risks, and supporting compliance. Bill then outlines 10 key reasons employers should review and update their policies on a regular basis, including increasing marijuana and fentanyl use, emerging drugs of abuse, drug use during and before work, rising post-accident positivity rates, rapidly changing state marijuana laws, new testing methods such as oral fluid testing, upcoming DOT oral fluid testing regulations, and shifting company priorities. He also adds an eleventh reason: business expansion into additional states, each with its own legal requirements. If it has been more than a year since your company last reviewed its policy, this episode provides a compelling case for why now is the time to make sure your program reflects current laws, regulations, and workplace realities.

May 12, 202618 min

Currently Speaking on The Origins of Point of Collection Testing, with Angela Moore of Cynergy Wellness, Part 1

In Part 1 of this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current sits down with Angela Moore, CEO of Cynergy Wellness, to discuss her remarkable career in the drug and alcohol testing industry. Angela shares how she got her start in the early days of federal drug testing regulations, her work with industry pioneer Dr. Murray Lappe, and the path that led her to helping build eScreen into one of the most influential brands in the industry. This episode explores the origins of point-of-collection testing, the need for speed in hiring, and how technology helped transform workplace drug screening.

May 12, 202623 min

Currently Speaking on The Origins of Point of Collection Testing, with Angela Moore of Cynergy Wellness, Part 2

In Part 2 of this episode of Currently Speaking, Bill Current continues his conversation with Angela Moore, CEO of Cynergy Wellness, focusing on the future of workplace screening and employee wellness. Angela discusses what has made the Synergy brand stand out, how the industry may evolve over the next decade, and why employers should think beyond drug-free policies toward broader drug-safe and wellness-focused strategies. The conversation also explores oral fluid testing, emerging impairment technologies, healthcare costs, and the growing importance of supporting the overall health and well-being of today’s workforce.

April 20, 202622 min

Currently Speaking on the Growing Role of Oral Fluid Testing, with Rod Weis of Premier Biotech

This episode of Currently Speaking dives into why rapid-result oral fluid testing is gaining traction, how solutions like OralTox® and OT-Scan® are improving efficiency and compliance, and what these advancements mean for employers navigating today’s hiring challenges. The landscape of drug testing is rapidly evolving, and organizations must adapt to remain compliant and efficient. Rod Weis's insights provide a roadmap for leveraging instant oral fluid testing, embracing full-service providers, and utilizing technology to enhance drug testing processes. By implementing these strategies, organizations can not only streamline their drug testing procedures but also ensure accuracy and compliance.

April 9, 202611 min

Currently Speaking on Workplace Drug Abuse: Too Scary to Ignore

This episode of Currently Speaking explores the serious issue of workplace drug abuse, highlighting real incidents, the impact of drug testing, and the importance of maintaining safe, drug-free workplaces.