Best Fulcrum Strategies Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 94 - What do Kamala Harris' healthcare policies look like? 28:26

11h ago28:26

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On the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies this week, Ron Howrigon and Matthew Handley discuss what sort of healthcare platforms Vice President Kamala Harris could advocate as the new Democratic nominee. They also discuss a recent interview Ron gave with New York Magazine on automatic insurance denials. -- Further reading: Where Kamala Harri…

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TechNet Cyber: Fulcrum is the ‘Nexus’ of DOD’s IT Strategy 8:02

13d ago8:02

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The Defense Department’s Fulcrum: DoD Information Technology (IT) Advancement Strategy unites many of DOD’s cybersecurity strategies under one umbrella. It also provides a roadmap through 2029 for the DOD CIO’s essential support of the National Defense Strategy. Robert Franzen, Deputy Customer Experience Officer at the DOD CIO’s office, breaks down…

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Cancer HealthCast: NCI Precision Medicine Study Hones in on Cancer Remission 18:15

2h ago18:15

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A recent National Cancer Institute study shows that a new targeted therapy can help prolong the time cancer patients are in remission. Called the ViPOR regimen, the non-chemotherapy treatment shrinks tumors of those who suffer from B-cell lymphoma. Dr. Christopher Melani, associate research physician with the Lymphoid Malignancies Branch in the Cen…

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GovCast: Inside VA’s Lighthouse for App Development 29:33

6h ago29:33

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The Department of Veterans Affairs has many public-facing apps that rely on application programming interfaces (APIs) for third-party developers creating software and services to veterans. Managing this ecosystem is VA’s Lighthouse, where Deputy Director Andrew Fichter is constantly looking at innovating how to share and manage the data that fuels …

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High Leverage Balance Sheet Lending, Maxwell Wu @ Fulcrum Lending 36:13

9d ago36:13

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In this conversation, Joshua Kahr speaks with Maxwell Wu, CEO of Fulcrum Lending, about their lending business in the multifamily space. They discuss Fulcrum's high-leverage lending approach, their transition from being a correspondent for Freddie and Fannie to a balance sheet lender, and the importance of technology in their operations. They also …

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HealthCast: Exploring the Link Between Climate Change and Public Health 34:48

4h ago34:48

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Climate change has a major impact on public health, especially for vulnerable communities. Rising temperatures, severe storms and other severe events can negatively affect health outcomes. Agencies are increasingly using data and technology for programs and tools to boost health equity. Dr. John Balbus, director of the Office of Climate Change and …

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Ep. 93 - What the Chevron ruling means for healthcare 25:22

3d ago25:22

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and CEO Ron Howrigon discuss how the Supreme Court overturning Chevron U.S.A., Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc. could affect healthcare down the road. There is a possiblity that it could dictate how the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services detirmine Me…

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CyberCast: Transparency Around Cyber Attacks Can Prevent Future Ones 20:45

4d ago20:45

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Protecting sensitive information is critical to cybersecurity, but agencies need to learn to operate with fewer secrets in the aftermath of cybersecurity incidents. Sharing information about attacks within the community can help protect against future ones, according to Suzanne Spaulding, who formerly led the National Protection and Programs Direct…

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Exploring Land Development in Texas, Alexander Vitenas @ Land Based Strategies 38:35

4d ago38:35

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In this conversation, Josh Kahr speaks with Alex Vitenas about land development. They discuss the process of land development in Texas, including tax foreclosures and auctions. Alex shares his experience in purchasing distressed assets and flipping properties. He also talks about his funding strategies and the importance of finding the right deals.…

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GovCast: Emerging Tech Parallels Emerging Risks for VA Health Care 19:40

21d ago19:40

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Emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence, telehealth and telemedicine have dramatically improved and widened the ability for the Department of Veterans Affairs to deliver health care to veterans. These technologies are revolutionary, but they also come with a higher risk of being compromised. VA Executive Director of Information Securi…

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TechNet Cyber: Removing Ambiguity in Zero Trust 24:32

10d ago24:32

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Zero Trust is becoming a critical pillar of the department of Defense’s cybersecurity strategy. The strategy, embodied by the motto of “never trust, always verify,” demands a new outlook on cybersecurity. Randy Resnick discusses why Zero Trust is so important, how his office is working to reshape the way DOD employees view zero trust, and how clear…

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Ep. 92 - Let's think for a minute about Medicare for All (with Wendell Potter) 51:46

10d ago51:46

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This week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and CEO Ron Howrigon have a conversation with universal healthcare advocate Wendell Potter. They discuss Wendell's decision to get out of the insurance business and become an advocate for affordable healthcare for all Americans. Wendell Potter was a VP level executive at C…

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TechNet Cyber: Unlocking 5G’s Potential Throughout DOD 19:24

11d ago19:24

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From the battlefield to headquarters, the potential of 5G networks opens the door for new partnerships, strategies and emerging technologies. At TechNet Cyber, Defense Department 5G Cross Functional Team Director Juan Ramirez discusses how 5G unites the department under multiple interoperability efforts, prepares the warfighter for the fight of the…

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Building a Vertically Integrated Real Estate Company in New Orleans, Michael Merideth @ VPG Enterprise 28:50

12d ago28:50

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Michael Merideth, CEO of VPG Enterprise, discusses his journey with Joshua Kahr in real estate and the growth of his company. VPG Enterprise is a vertically integrated real estate company based in New Orleans, specializing in affordable housing. Michael started investing in small rental properties in 2011 and has since grown the company to include …

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TechNet Cyber: Navy CIO Highlights Interoperability in Defense Tech 12:35

28d ago12:35

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The military services are prioritizing developing technology in warfighting scenarios and fielding it quickly. At the Department of the Navy, officials are thinking about how to bring forward a set capabilities that can be interoperable throughout different scenarios while maintaining security. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Navy CIO Jane Rathbun discusse…

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AWS Summit: Pacific Northwest National Lab Leaders Look to Cloud, AI to Enhance Research 7:35

28d ago7:35

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In an interview at the AWS Summit, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) Chief Scientist for AI Court Corley and Director of the Center for Cloud Computing Scott Godwin discussed their efforts to enhance research through AI and cloud computing. They emphasized providing foundational compute capabilities and access to cloud services for Energ…

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AWS Summit: The Keys to Flexible Hybrid Multi-Cloud, App Development 16:45

15d ago16:45

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At AWS Summit in Washington DC, Nutanix Senior Director of US Federal Greg O’Connell discussed how agencies can ensure seamless data migration and app mobility, leverage generative AI and incorporate security. He equated today’s rapid growth in modern applications to the impact of the browser, as the “killer app” of the internet era of the 1990s. W…

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AWS Summit: Inside Air Force’s Hybrid Cloud Environment Driving Supply Chain Insights 7:11

16d ago7:11

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The Air Force Sustainment Center is modernizing supply chain and logistics operations with cloud. Having an efficiently running supply chain and manufacturing operations for supplies and weapons systems is critical to national security. Leaders from the center, John York and Josh Thompson, highlight at AWS Summit some of their priorities around clo…

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TechNet Cyber: Pentagon’s Fulcrum Strategy Strengthens Zero Trust 14:30

1M ago14:30

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Challenges can be opportunities when it comes to software modernization at the Defense Department. The agency is meeting these opportunities with the release of its new Fulcrum strategy and ongoing zero trust efforts, according to DOD Director of Cloud & Software Modernization George Lamb. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Lamb discussed progress made on the…

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AWS Summit: A Peek at the ‘One FDA’ Plan to Modernize Tech Procurement 7:10

19d ago7:10

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The Food and Drug Administration recently released a new acquisition strategy that aims to transform how the agency buys technology to impact multiple mission areas. In an interview with FDA Office of Enterprise Portfolio Management Director Joseph Montgomery at AWS Summit, he highlights the importance of this strategy to create a “one FDA” ecosyst…

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Bonus Interview: Automation Offers Federal Agencies New Security Opportunities 18:38

19d ago18:38

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Automation is unlocking new levels of security for federal agencies facing a wide range of new threats and challenges. Red Hat Chief Architect for Law Enforcement & Justice Mike Hardee joined us to outline how federal IT leaders can harness these new automation solutions to provide higher levels of security. Hardee explained how automation can help…

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AWS Summit: HHS Medical Chief Shares Vision of Equity, Data Standards 9:56

1M ago9:56

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In an interview at the AWS Summit, Department of Health and Human Services Chief Medical Officer Dr. Leith States discussed the significant impact of AI on health care. He also highlighted the critical priorities of ensuring continuity through the upcoming election cycle and managing resources effectively amid unpredictable funding scenarios. Plus,…

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AWS Summit: Army Acquisition Chief Charts New Tech, Cyber Path 13:22

26d ago13:22

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The U.S. Army is prioritizing digital transformation and new software development policies when it historically took the service months, even years, to deploy new technology. At AWS Summit, Army Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for Acquisition, Logistics and Technology Young Bang highlights the Army’s efforts to modernize its acquisition and te…

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TechNet Cyber: There is No Silver Bullet to Secure Systems’ Perimeters 10:28

26d ago10:28

10:28

Officials at Joint Force Headquarters – Department of Defense Information Network (JFHQ-DODIN) need to protect the DOD’s thousands of employees when they use the network. To secure the system, JFHQ-DODIN uses a multi-faceted approach to cybersecurity, including adaptive intelligence, identity management and partnerships. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, JFH…

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TechNet Cyber: Cybercom Chief Talks Innovation in National Cyber Defenses 7:36

1M ago7:36

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Every day, thousands of attacks are directed at U.S. military, government and defense industrial base systems. Protecting those systems is increasingly a key part of the national defense mission and keeping pace with adversaries is critical. Gen. Timothy Haugh leads Cyber Command and the National Security Agency in a dual-hat role. According to him…

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TechNet Cyber: Balancing Speed and Security in Global Defense Operations 8:01

1M ago8:01

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Connectivity is integral to the warfighting force, but connecting the dispersed military and civilian workforce around the world is challenging. It requires a balance of speed and security while also prioritizing the user experience and modernizing infrastructure. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, Defense Information Systems Agency J6 Global Services Directo…

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TechNet Cyber: DOD Progresses in Filling Cyber Workforce Roles 8:56

1M ago8:56

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One year since the publication of the Defense Department’s Cyber Workforce Implementation Plan, the department has made progress on filling 30,000 open cybersecurity roles. At AFCEA TechNet Cyber, DOD Principal Director for Resources & Analysis Mark Gorak discusses the plan and how it’s enabled the department to fill about 3,000 jobs so far. He als…

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TechNet Cyber: Developing the Cyber Workforce to Secure the DODIN 10:06

1M ago10:06

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As the third largest network in the world behind the U.S. and China, Joint Force Headquarters – Department of Defense Information (DODIN) has many vulnerabilities it must secure. A key part of this mission is recruiting the talent to fill its numerous open cyber roles. DODIN Network Deputy Commander Brig. Gen. Heather Blackwell said key to building…

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NEXT WEEK: Wendell Potter makes his case for Medicare for All 1:22

17d ago1:22

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Next week on the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies, Matthew Handley and Ron Howrigon talk to former Cigna executive Wendell Potter about the feasibility of universal healthcare in the United States. --- Listen to the FLATLINING Podcast from Fulcrum Strategies wherever you listen to podcasts and have every episode delivered to your email by…

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